Storage - Planmeca Emerald User Manual

6 Individually pouch each scanner tip using an autoclave pouch (ex. HSD # 112-4854 or a comparable product).
7 Place one to three pouches per tray or cassette.
8 Select the Wrapped, Wrapped Instruments, or Pouch cycle on the autoclave with a minimum cycle of 132° C
(269° F). Minimum sterilization time of 3 minutes for Pre-Vac autoclaves. Minimum sterilization time for Gravity
autoclaves is 10 minutes. For any autoclave, use a minimum dry time of 10 minutes.
These cycle times are for pre-vacuum autoclaves. Autoclave cycle names differ among manufacturers.
Autoclave sterilization cycle times exceeding 10 minutes could be considered excessive and may damage
the internal components and pin connector points.
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Prior to scanning, visually confirm the scanning mirror and scanner connection points of the scanning tip are
clean and dry. To clean either surface, use an optical cloth or 2x2 gauze with a small amount of alcohol to gently
remove residue. Ensure each surface is dry before connecting it to the scanner.

Storage

1
Wipe water off mirror using non-woven optical wipes (recommend Kimwipes Lens Cleaning #101-7070).
2
Optional: Insert tip into a sterilization pouch. (recommend Self Seal Sterilization Pouch 5 ¼" x 10" [200/box] #112-
4854)
3
Store for later use.
4
Prior to scanning, visually confirm the scanning mirror and scanner connection points of the scanning tip are
clean and dry. To clean either surface, use an optical cloth or 2x2 gauze with a small amount of alcohol to gently
remove residue. Ensure each surface is dry before connecting it to the scanner.
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Autoclave baskets are not indicated for this cleaning procedure.
cycle for sterilizing wrapped instruments.
DO NOT stack tips on or around other metal instruments.
Reference your manufacturer's manual to select the
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