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Sterilization
After performing the cleaning instructions specified above, perform one of
the following sterilization cycles.
Ethylene Oxide (EO)
1.
Clean and prepare the camera head and cable as recommended in this
user guide. Ensure the soaking cap is installed.
2.
If using a sterilization tray (optional), follow any additional instructions
provided with the tray. Use only trays that are compatible with EO.
3.
Double wrap the camera head and cable (or tray) prior to sterilization.
4.
Sterilize the camera head and cable using the parameters below.
5.
Allow the camera head, cable, coupler, and scope to completely dry
before reassembly. Any moisture on the threads will cause the camera
and coupler windows to fog during use.
Preconditioning parameters
Temperature
Chamber Humidity
Vacuum Set Points
Time
Exposure
Concentration (100% EO)
Temperature
Time
Chamber Humidity
Aeration parameters
Aeration Time
Temperature
18
55 °C (131 °F)
70% RH
1.3 psia
30 minutes
725 mg/L
55 ± 2 °C (131 ± 5 °F)
1 hour
70% RH (50–80%) ± 5%
12 hours
35–54 °C (95–129 °F)
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