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10 Care and Maintenance
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Attention
Use only demineralized, filtered water for steam sterilization. Only in this way do you pro-
tect the unit against deposits which can adversely affect its function.
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Take care when sterilizing the BIOM 4 that the safety extension rod is completely
pulled out. This permits a free flow of steam through the hollow spaces of the unit.
The Oculus Optikgeaete GmbH company offers a sterilization-container with a spe-
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cially designed inset keeping the BIOM 4, optical components and the adapter plate
in place for optimum care during and after sterilization.
Attention
Sterilization of the BIOM 4 using STERRAD® is not allowed. It may damage the BIOM 4.
Cleaning and sterilizing the adapter
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Dismount the adapter plate from the BIOM 4, as this is the only way to ensure sat-
isfactory cleaning and sterilization of this component and of the BIOM 4.
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Clean the adapter by wiping it off with a damp cloth.
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The adapter can be cleaned and disinfected in a dishwasher with a mildly alkaline
detergent, as well as in the disinfector (refer to the Reconditioning Manual).
 All BIOM 4 adapters provided by us are autoclavable with steam (max. 134°C/273°F).
Attention
Sterilization of the BIOM 4 adapters using STERRAD® is not allowed. It may damage the
adapters.
Cleaning and sterilizing the reduction lens and the
ophthalmoscopy lens
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Dismantle the optical components of the BIOM 4 before cleaning and sterilizing it.
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Clean the optical system with water immediately after use. This avoids incrustations
which can make complete sterilization more difficult.
The optics (lenses) can be cleaned and disinfected in a dishwasher with a mildly al-
kaline detergent, as well as in the disinfector (refer to the conditioning manual).
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Under no circumstances should the optical system be autoclaved while being
mounted on the BIOM 4. The presently available reduction lenses and front lenses,
with the exception of disposable lenses sets, can be sterilized in a steam autoclave
at a max. temperature of 134°C / 273°F. To prevent water stains on the optics, the
front lenses and reduction lenses should be kept in a vertical position during steril-
ization.
Instruction manual BIOM 4 (G/54400/1011/en)