Chapter 5 Storage and Disposal
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OSF-3 ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSING MANUAL
Chapter 5 Storage and Disposal
5.1
Storage
• The storage cabinet must be clean, dry, well ventilated and
maintained at ambient temperature. Storing the endoscope in
direct sunlight, at high temperatures, in high humidity or
exposed to X-rays and ultraviolet-rays may damage the
endoscope or present an infection control risk.
• Prior to storage, detach all removable parts from the
endoscope. Removing the Air/Water Valve, Suction Valve,
and Biopsy Valve will allow air to circulate through the
internal lumens of the endoscope and will assist drying.
• Do not store the endoscope in the Carrying Case. Use the
Carrying Case only for shipping the endoscope. Routinely
storing the endoscope in a humid, non-ventilated
environment, such as the Carrying Case, may present an
infection control risk.
1.
Before storage of a high-level disinfected endoscope, thoroughly dry all
parts of the endoscope (especially all internal lumens, the Distal End, lenses
and electrical contacts) and all accessories (e.g. biopsy forceps).
2.
Use a cotton swab moistened with 70% ethyl or isopropyl alcohol to
carefully remove any film covering the light guide glass on the Distal End.
3.
Place the endoscope’s Angulation Locks in the “F
” (or Free) position.
4.
Hang the endoscope in the storage cabinet with the Distal End hanging
freely. Make sure that the Insertion Tube hangs vertically and as straight as
possible.
5.2
Disposal
When disposing of the endoscope, or any of its components (such as valves),
follow all applicable national and local laws and guidelines.
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