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Equipment cleaning and maintenance instruction
The length sizer is for single use only and
must not be cleaned. Use a new length sizer
for every patient.
The device sizer is for single use only and
must not be cleaned. Use a new sizer for
every patient.
The programming wand can be cleaned with
a disinfectant wipe if necessary. It must not
be dipped in water.
All painted and metal surfaces of the
microscope can be cleaned using a cotton
cloth and mild detergent. For tougher stains,
pure alcohol can be used.
The optical surfaces (eye-pieces and lens)
can be cleared of coarse dirt with a clean brush.
After that, wipe the lens in a circular motion
starting from the centre to the outside.
If necessary breathe on the lens to polish it.
You may also use an optical cleaning set.
Clean seat cover and plastic parts of chair
and stool with hot water and microfiber cloth.
Please do not use solvents.
Cleaning the insertion tool
1
Clean insertion tool in ultrasonic
bath, then
2
Sterilize in autoclave or
3
Soak in cold sterilant solution to
acheive sterilization or high level
disinfection
Cleaning the specula
1
Clean specula in ultrasonic bath,
then
2
Sterilize in autoclave or
3
Soak in cold sterilant solution
to acheive sterilization or high
level disinfection
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Agents used to clean and disinfect or sterilize the
insertion tool and the specula must be non-irritating
and chloride-free to ensure long life.
Strictly follow the manufacturers’ instructions regarding
concentration of the solution and exposure time.
Remove the tools from the bath after cleaning and rinse
thoroughly with water. Remove tools from cold sterilant
after soaking. Rinse thoroughly with water and allow
to dry. Do not leave them in the solution after cleaning
or soaking.
Check all screws and fasteners of the microscope, chair
and stool regularly every 6 months.
