Zimmer Universal Power System, Instruction Manual

CLEANING, DECONTAMINATION AND STERILIZATION

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If the lift out tray (REF 89-8510-459-48) is not being used, load the equipment into the automated washer in a wire basket. Make 

sure to orient the equipment vertically to assist in drainage. Load the equipment carefully to prevent movement that may inhibit 

proper cleaning and always avoid contact between multiple components.
The components should be positioned on the lift out tray following the diagrams printed on the lift out tray. Do not overload 

the lift out tray.

AUTOMATED CLEANING AND DISINFECTION

Put medical devices in the automated washer. Avoid all contact between the devices (movement may damage devices and may 

jeopardize the cleaning operation).

Put implements so that holes are aimed downwards to allow proper water drainage.
Start the automated washer.

Automated cleaning and disinfection procedure

STEP DESCRIPTION

STEP INSTRUCTION

ACCESSORIES

DURATION

Automated washer

Place entire device into the 

automated washer, placing 
implements so that holes are 
aligned downward.

−

Automated washer

− Disassembled device

−

Washer cleaning solution

− Washer neutralizing 

solution

Minimum total cycle time: 51 

minutes when including all 
steps below.

Validated automated washer cycle

Step

Minimum time

Recommended temperature

Pre-Wash

2:00 minutes

Water temperature 20°C (68°F)

Cleaning

5:00 minutes

Water temperature 55°C (131°F)

Neutralizing

2:00 minutes

Water temperature 20°C (68°F)

Rinse I

2:00 minutes

Water temperature 20°C (68°F)

Rinse II (Final)

5:00 minutes

Water temperature 93°C (200°F)

Drying

35:00 minutes

Chamber temperature 99°C (210°F)

Only washing parameters shown above have been validated for cleaning effectiveness.

However, the performance of 

Zimmer

® UNIVERSAL Power System is not affected in case lower temperature and/or shorter dwell 

time are used.

INSPECTION

Inspect each part of the devices to make sure all soil is removed. 

If necessary, repeat the cleaning process.

STERILIZATION

The  referenced  steam  sterilization  cycle  parameters  listed  below  have  been  validated  and  provide  a  sterile  result  by  steam 

sterilization according to ANSI/AAMI/ISO 17665-1:2006, Sterilization of Health Care Products. Part 1: Moist Heat. The steam 

sterilization process for these products has been validated to provide a sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10-6 or better when 

using the sterilization cases (REF 89-8510-459-41 or REF 89-8510-459-42 or REF 89-8510-459-43 or REF 89-8510-459-45 or REF 

89-8510-459-46). Use of these UNIVERSAL sterilization cases is strongly recommended.
Please  note  that  the  processes  described  in  this  chapter  are  the  only  ones  covered  by  our  warranty  conditions.  Any  other 

sterilization processes must not be used, with the risk to induce a premature wear and a deterioration of the device.
The steam sterilization procedure must be carried out in a qualified autoclave.
The components should be positioned in the cases following the diagrams printed on the cases. Do not overload the cases.

CAUTIONS

: 

• 

For pneumatic handpiece:

 Remove all washing caps (REF 89-8510-455-50, REF 89-8510-555-00) on hoses and on handpiece 

air inlet before the sterilization process.

• 

Do not subject any cap to the sterilization process.

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