Steam Sterilization (Autoclaving) - Olympus UHI-4 Instructions Manual

Chapter 6 Reprocessing, Storage, and Disposal
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Steam sterilization (autoclaving)

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• The accessories listed as compatible with steam sterilization
(autoclaving) in Table 6.1 can be sterilized by steam within the
parameters given in Table 6.7. When steam sterilizing, follow all
national, professional and institutional reprocessing protocols as well as
the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your sterilization
equipment.
• Olympus recommends use of water and steam compliant with EN 285:
2015.
• Use packages appropriate for steam sterilization. If packages
are not appropriate for steam sterilization, the equipment
may not be properly sterilized.
• The results of sterilization depend on various factors such as
how the sterilized accessories are packed and positioned,
and the method of placing and loading it in the sterilization
device. Please verify the sterilization effects by using
biological or chemical indicators. Also follow the guidelines
for sterilization issued by medical administrative authorities,
public organizations or the infection management sections at
each medical facility, as well as the instruction manual for the
sterilization device.
• Perform steam sterilization under the conditions described in
this section. If steam sterilization is performed under
conditions other than those described here, the intended
sterilization effect may not be achieved.
• The expected sterilization effect cannot be achieved if the
sterilization pack is torn or peeled off. In this case, replace
the pack with a brand-new pack and use it for the
sterilization.
• The sterilization effect cannot be achieved if too many
devices are packed in the sterilization pack. Be sure to leave
sufficient room when packing the sterilization pack.
• Do not exceed 137C (279F) during steam sterilization, nor
an exposure time greater than 20 minutes. Otherwise, the
accessories may be damaged.
• When performing steam sterilization, be sure to complete the
drying process (accompanied with vacuum exhaust).
Otherwise, sterilization will not be achieved.
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