MANUAL CLEANING: RETURNING A
DAMAGED ENDOSCOPE
After leak testing has been performed and a leak has been detected,
LEAVE the Leak Tester attached and commence manual cleaning.
Please note 180 Series scopes were used in the illustrations. The only difference is at the
light guide end where the electronics have a water proof cap attached to it, whereas with
the 190 series endoscopes no cap is required for the one touch connector at the light guide
end. Cleaning is exactly the same.
1. Immerse the entire endoscope in freshly prepared enzymatic solution
2. Ensure the bending section at the distal is straight. On colonoscopies, ensure the
adjustable flexibility is on “O”.
3. Wipe the exterior surfaces of the endoscope with a lint free cloth. A soft brush may be
used for the angulation controls on the control head.
