Disinfection And Cleaning - DCI Edge SERIES 4 Instructions For Use Manual

DISINFECTION AND CLEANING

BARRIER TECHNIQUE
Wherever possible, use disposable barriers and change them between patients. The barrier technique will ensure
maximum long-term durability of the surfaces and finishes of the equipment.
DISINFECTION & STERILIZATION
The Manufacturer will not attempt to specify the required intervals for disinfection nor can it recommend the overall
best surface disinfectant. Please refer to the Infection Control Recommendations published by the American Dental
Association for further information. The use of chemical disinfecting agents is not necessary if the instrument is going
to be sterilized. While their use may be easy and quick, it is important to know the effectiveness of any chemical
disinfectant against the various agents of infection that may be encountered.
CHEMICAL DISINFECTION
Follow the instructions below carefully to ensure the longest life for your equipment:
1. Only use the acceptable disinfectants listed. Use of
unacceptable products will void your warranty.
2. Thoroughly wash all areas that have been exposed to
disinfectant cleaners with mild soap and warm water
at least once per day. This wash down will minimize
the harmful effects of chemical disinfectant residues
being allowed to accumulate on the equipment.
3. When using chemical disinfectants, always pay
strict attention to the manufacturer's disinfectant
directions.
4. When using concentrated disinfectants, measure the
concentrate carefully and mix according to package
directions.
5. Disinfectant solutions that are relatively harmless
to surfaces at their recommended strengths can be
corrosive at higher than recommended dilution ratios.
GENERAL CLEANING
Equipment can be cleaned with a solution of mild detergent and warm water. A variety of surface disinfectants are
available for use in dental treatment rooms. Some of these can cause discoloration of painted, plated or anodized
surfaces with repeated use. This can be minimized by careful adherence to the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions
and by frequent washing with soap and water.
CAUTION: Do not use powdered cleansers, scouring pads or abrasive scrubbers on any of the
painted, plastic or metal surfaces of this dental unit. To remove dried-on material, use a soft-bristled
brush and a solution of mild detergent.
SERIES 4 & SERIES 5 12 O'CLOCK CABINET
Conditionally Acceptable Disinfectants
Phthalaldehyde
Quarternary Ammonium
Glutaraldehyde
These disinfectants will harm the
CAUTION:
surface finish of dental equipment and are not
recommended.
Unacceptable:
Strong Phenols/Phenol Alcohol combinations
Sodium Hypochlorite/Household Bleach
Sodium Bromide
Strong Alcohol
Household Cleaners (Dental Equipment Only)
Citric Acids
Iodophors
Ammonium Chloride
Accelerated Hydrogen (0.5%)
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