Cleaning Of Accessories - Gima VEGA Manual

Conical fitting: the number of cycles of sterilization and the number of cleaning cycles is strictly linked to
the employment of the said component. Therefore, after each cleaning cycle, it is up to the final user to verify
whether the fitting is suitable for reuse. The component must be replaced if there are visible signs of decay in
the material constituting the said component.
Service life of the device: More than 850 hours of operation (or 3 years) in accordance with the standard
conditions of testing and operation. Shelf life: maximum 5 years from the date of manufacture.

CLEANING OF ACCESSORIES

Before using the device, the manufacturer advises you to clean and/or sterilize the accessories. Washing and
/ or cleaning the autoclavable jar is to be carried out as follows:
• Wear protection gloves and apron (glasses and face mask if necessary) to avoid contact with contaminat-
ing substances.
• Disconnect the tank from the device and remove the said container from the support of the device.
• Separate all the parts of the cover (overflow device, washer).
• Disconnect all tubes from the jar and the protection filter.
• Empty and dispose of the contents of the suction vessel (also comply with regional regulations);
• Wash each part of the container from secretions under cold running water and then clean every single part
in hot water (temperature not exceeding 60°C).
Once again, carefully wash each single part using, if necessary, a non-abrasive brush to remove any de-
posits.
• Rinse with hot running water and dry all parts with a soft cloth (non-abrasive).
• Dispose of the aspiration catheter according to the provisions of local laws and regulations.
The jug and lid can be further disinfected using a common disinfectant, strictly following the instructions and
dilution values provided by the manufacturer. At the end of cleaning operations, leave to air dry in a clean
environment.
The silicone aspiration tubes and the conical fitting may be carefully washed in hot water (temperature must
not exceed 60°C). After cleaning, leave the parts to dry in an open, clean environment.
When cleaning is complete, reassemble the container for liquid aspirations according to the following proce-
dure:
• Place the overflow valve into its seat in the cover (under VACUUM connector)
• Insert floating valve keeping the o-ring towards the opening of the cage
• Place the o-ring into its seat around the cover
• After completing assembling operations always make sure that cover seals perfectly to avoid vacuum
leakages or liquid exit
The jar and the cover can be autoclaved by placing the parts into the autoclave and running one sterilization
stem cycle at 121°C (1 bar relative pressure – 15 min) making sure that the jar is positioned upsidedown.
Mechanical resistance of the jar is guaranteed up to 30 cycles of sterilization and cleaning at the indicated
conditions (EN ISO 10079-1). Beyond this limit the physical-mechanical characteristics of the plastic may
decrease and replacement of the part is therefore recommended.
After sterilization and cooling at environment temperature of the parts make sure that these are not damaged.
The aspiration tubes can be sterilized on autoclave using a sterilization cycle at 121°C (1 bar relative pres-
sure – 15 min).
The conical connector can be sterilized on autoclave using a sterilization cycle at 121°C (1 bar relative pres-
sure – 15 min).
DO NOT WASH, STERILIZE OR PUT IN AUTOCLAVE THE ANTIBACTERIAL FILTER
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