Olympus EVIS LUCERA TJF 260V Reprocessing Manual page 66

Chapter 3 Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization Procedures
Sterilization
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Some components are compatible with several sterilization
methods. Certain components, however, are not compatible
with some methods, which can cause equipment damage.
In this section, the sterilization methods for equipment compatible with ETO gas
sterilization or steam sterilization (autoclaving), listed in Table 2.1, are described
below.
The channel plug (MH-944), the injection tube (MH-946) and the washing tube
(MH-974), which were cleaned and disinfected together with the endoscope, can
also be sterilized by the procedures described below.
 ETO gas sterilization
Follow the procedures described in Section 3.8, "Sterilization".
 Steam sterilization (autoclaving)
After cleaning as described in "Manual cleaning" on page 57, steam sterilize
(autoclave) the equipment according to the procedures given below.
• Before taking the equipment package out of the autoclave, let
it cool down to room temperature. Otherwise, it may cause
burns.
• Effective sterilization will not be possible if items are packed
tightly together in the autoclave; always pack items loosely.
• Inspect each equipment package for openings, tears or other
damage. If the equipment package is open or damaged, seal
the equipment in new package and re-sterilize as described
below.
• Allow the packages to dry within the autoclave, using the
autoclave's drying cycle (if available) or by opening the door
of the autoclave and allowing the packages to air-dry.
Handling a wet package can compromise its sterility.
Sudden changes in temperature may damage the
instruments.
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