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10.2 General instructions
10.2.1 Cleaning
Use a disposable cloth moistened with neutral detergent, a chemical substance or the
equivalent; use water to remove any traces of chemical.
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Do not clean or re-use disposable products.
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Do not use hard brushes to clean the components, or other instruments that could
damage their surface.
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Wash the components with hot water and a neutral detergent solution.
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Rinse the parts well with clean hot water (tap water can be used) and leave to
dry.
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Siare recommends that the components should be checked every time they are
cleaned and any damaged parts should be replaced.
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Whenever a part or component is changed, check the functioning of the
equipment.
10.2.2 Disinfection and sterilisation
To disinfect the components, dismantle them and place them in a steam disinfection
chamber at 93°C for 10 minutes.
After this first operation and before placing the components in an autoclave, wrap
them in muslin or in a similar material.
Effective sterilization is achieved in an autoclave at 121°C for approx. 15 minutes.
10-4
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the detergent substances
used: the use of detergents that are too strong could compromise the
working life of the components.
Deposits of detergent substances can cause damage or micro cracks,
especially on parts exposed to high temperatures during sterilisation.
WARNING! Risk of injury for the patient
Always refer to the instructions provided by the autoclave
manufacturer regarding temperature and time.
User's Manual, version DU3300105
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