Cleaning, Disinfection And Sterilization - Eighteeth Fast-Fill User Manual

8.3

Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization

8.3.1 Foreword
The parts for clinical application contamination are the outer surfaces of the cartridge and
bending tool. For hygiene and sanitary safety purpose, the components (cartridge and
bending tool) must be cleaned, disinfected and sterilized before each usage to prevent
any contamination. This concerns the first use as well as the subsequent uses.
Comply with your national guidelines, standards and requirements for cleaning,
disinfection and sterilization.
8.3.2 General recommendations
The user is responsible for the sterility of the product for the first cycle and each
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further usage as well as for the usage of damaged or dirty instruments, where
applicable after sterility.
For your own safety, please wear personal protective equipment (gloves, safety
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glasses, etc.).
Use only a disinfecting solution which is approved for its efficacy (VAH/DGHM-listing,
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CE marking, and FDA approval) and in accordance with the DFU of the disinfecting
8 Maintenance
Push the protective cover into the silver tube.
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