Preparing Forceps Valve; Method Of Cleaning, Disinfecting And Sterilizing; Forceps Valve - FujiFilm EB-530US Operation Manual

5.3

Preparing Forceps Valve

The forceps valve is a single-use product. Prepare a new forceps valve before use.
The forceps valve has not been sterilized. Perform cleaning and disinfection or sterilization
before use according to the following procedure.
For operational methods of the ultrasonic cleaning unit/autoclaving unit, please follow the
instructions described in each operation manual for the respective units.
5.3.1 Method of Cleaning, Disinfecting and Sterilizing Forceps Valve
(1) Open the lid of the forceps valve.
(2) Wipe the surface of the parts with gauze soaked in
cleaning fluid.
(3) Brush the entire forceps valve in the cleaning fluid using a
soft toothbrush.
(4) Clean the forceps valve using the ultrasonic cleaning unit.
(5) Pull out the forceps valve from the cleaning fluid and rinse
off with running water (clean water).
(6) Wipe off the remaining water on the parts with dry sterile
gauze.
<Autoclave sterilization>
(1) Seal the forceps valve in a sterile pack.
(2) Carry out an autoclaving operation in accordance with the
operation manual of the autoclaving unit.
Chapter 5 Preparation for Use of Ultrasonic Endoscope
Recommended steam sterilization (autoclaving) conditions
Sterilization temperature (ºC)
121
126
134
For France and Switzerland only:
Sterilization for the minimum of 18 minutes at temparature
134ºC
Steam Sterilizer Class B according EN 13060
Operation time
Max 20 minutes
Min 15 minutes
Max 15 minutes
Min 10 minutes
Max 8 minutes
Min 5 minutes
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