General Information For Reprocessing; Overview Of The Reprocessing Cycle - Olympus A00010A Instructions For Use Manual

7 General information for reprocessing

This chapter gives a general overview of the reprocessing cycle
and the compatible reprocessing methods for the product.
The product is delivered in unsterile condition. Reprocess the
product before first and each subsequent use.
WARNING
Risk of injury to the patient and the medical personnel
Improper or incomplete reprocessing can cause infection of the
patient and medical personnel as well as damage to the product.
● Reprocess the product before first and each subsequent
● Reprocess the product according to the instructions in this
● Only use reprocessing methods which have been validated
● Only use detergents which have been validated for the
● Avoid any protein fixation prior to or during cleaning caused
WARNING
Risk of injury to the user
Patient debris and reprocessing chemicals are hazardous. There
is a risk of infection or skin irritation when they come into contact
with exposed skin.
● Wear personal protective equipment to guard against

7.1 Overview of the reprocessing cycle

This overview describes a complete reprocessing cycle. Users
can select a validated reprocessing method for every phase of
the reprocessing cycle.
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dangerous chemicals and potentially infectious material in
accordance with the applicable local guidelines.
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