8.3.1
PROTECTIVE LIGHT CONE – Inspection before the sterilisation
WARNING
Do not use a damaged protective light cone. If damage is apparent, replace the protective light cone with
a new one.
A damaged protective light cone cannot provide enough protection from the unit light.
If the protective light cone is still contaminated, repeat the cleaning and disinfection.
8.4
LIGHT GUIDE and PROTECTIVE LIGHT CONE – Packaging before the sterilisation
CAUTION
The light guide and the protective light cone must be packed individually in a single pouch.
When sterilising multiple instruments in one autoclave, ensure that the autoclave maximum load
is not exceeded.
WARNING
Ensure that the inner pouch is large enough to contain the single instruments, without stressing the seals
or tearing the packaging.
8.4.1
LIGHT GUIDE and PROTECTIVE LIGHT CONE – Sterilisation
8.4.1.1 Sterilisation method
• Carry out the sterilisation by means of a pre-vacuum steam autoclaving.
CAUTION
Never use any other sterilisation method, because of potential incompatibility with the materials with which
is made the light guide.
DO NOT USE the following sterilisation methods: Ethylene oxide sterilisation, hot air sterilisation,
flash autoclaving, STERRAD sterilisation, STERIS system or comparable sterilisation systems.
DO NOT sterilise the light guide and the protective light cone by using: Hydrogen peroxide, peracetic acid
system, formaldehyde and glutaraldehyde sterilisation.
8.4.1.2 Sterilisation parameters
•
Cycle Type
CAUTION
Do not exceed 135°C (275°F).
8.5
HAND PIECE – Cleaning and disinfection
WARNING
The hand piece is not protected against the penetration of liquids.
Do not spray liquids directly onto the surface and charging contacts of the hand piece.
Cleaning and disinfectant agents must not enter the hand piece!
NEVER immerse the hand piece in liquids.
NEVER clean the hand piece under running water.
Do not sterilise the hand piece. Risk of serious damage, electrical shock and fire!
Minimum Temperature
Minimum Exposure Time (pouch)
GB
- 17 -
Minimum Dry Time
2x