4.6
Automated Cleaning and Thermal Disinfection
4.6.1
Performing Manual Pre-Cleaning
Instructions For Use | 7 - Feb - 2023 | Version: B
Manual pre-cleaning must be performed prior to automated cleaning.
NOTICE
Scratch-sensitive surface.
Risk of corrosion.
Do not use metal brushes, metal objects, or abrasive cleaners. To remove
soiling on optical surfaces, use pads soaked with alcohol or neutral cleaner
only.
Note: Use fresh water for each rinse.
Note: The endocoupler is permanently attached to the camera head and can-
not be removed.
1. Pre-clean the camera head including cable and plug at the conclusion of the
surgery by wiping it with a lint-free and wetted, but not dripping wipe until no
more residue can be seen.
Before wetting the wipe with the enzymatic cleaning solution (Cidezyme
it should be prepared per the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Completely immerse the product for 10 to 30 minutes in an alkaline cleaning
solution (neodisher
®
instructions.
3. Make sure that the cleaning solution touches all accessible surfaces and that
the product remains immersed throughout the entire cleaning time. When
placing the product, ensure that all air escapes from the hidden crevices.
4. While the product is immersed in the cleaning solution, clean it using a soft,
clean, lint-free wipe or with a soft bristled brush. Wipe or brush for at least
1 minute or until no more residue can can be seen.
5. During the cleaning, maneuver mobile components of the completely
immersed product in all directions as far as they will go 3 times.
6. Completely immerse the product in drinking water (20-30 °C / 68-86 °F). Fully
rinse all accessible surfaces in 2 rinses of at least 1 minute each.
7. During the rinsing, maneuver mobile components in all directions as far as
they will go 3 times.
Allow residual water to drip off for a sufficient length of time.
4.6 Automated Cleaning and Thermal Disinfection
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