Electric Heat Pluggers & Thermal Response Tip - DENTSPLY Clamus DUAL Manual

Electric Heat Pluggers & Thermal Response Tip
Electric Heat Pluggers (EHP) and Thermal Response Tip (TRT) must be
disinfected and sterilized before every use:
1. Gently use a soft brush for removal of debris.
2. Clean the EHPs and TRTs under running water for a minimum of 1
minute using water and a mild, non-abrasive, detergent or
disinfectant.
3. Do NOT use disinfecting solutions which contain phenol,
anti-corrosives, very acidic or very alkaline solutions.
4. Rinse the EHPs and/or the TRT under running water for a minimum of
1 minute to remove all chemicals.
5. Dry thoroughly.
6. Steam autoclave plugger tips for 15 minutes at 132°C before initial
use and between each patient.
7. Inspect the EHPs and TRTs regularly for damage.
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8. Dispose of EHPs and TRTs in a sharps receptacle.
NOTE: Observe the concentration of the cleaning or disinfecting
solution stated by the manufacturer!
WARNING: Do not touch Electric Heat Pluggers while hot!
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Deformed or oxidized pluggers and tips should be replaced.
All EHPs and TRTs will gradually lose their heating efficiency over
a period of time.
Use of damaged or contaminated tips is at the user's own risk. All
risk and liability is excluded in this case.