Sterrad ® Sterilization - CooperSurgical Leisegang LM-900 50501 Mode D'emploi

LM-900 Cryosurgery System • Instructions for Use • English (continued)
DISINFECTION
WARNING: Cervical cryosurgical probes are recommended to have high-level
disinfection between patients.
The tips can be disinfected by soaking in a cold disinfectant with cleaning plugs installed
and "O" rings in place. Clean tips before disinfecting. Follow CDC guidelines for
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disinfection .
Note: Limited well-designed studies available to base recommendations.
STERILIZATION
WARNING: Do not autoclave this instrument.
CAUTION: All cleaning and sterilization should only be done with cleaning plugs and
"O" rings in place on tips. Not using cleaning plugs will contribute to unit malfunction.
COLD STERILIZATION
The tips can be sterilized by soaking in a cold sterilant with cleaning plugs installed and
"O" rings in place on tips. Follow the manufacturer's guidelines for sterilization.
STERRAD STERILIZATION
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Gas Plasma Processing (STERRAD Systems) can be utilized to process instruments
and medical devices when following manufacturer's instructions. Sterrad methods have
proven to be effective, low-temperature sterilization processes, while being gentler than
steam conditioning. Proceed per the sterilizer manufacturer's recommended procedure.
EO STERILIZATION
Thoroughly clean and dry cryo tips prior to EO sterilization.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for operation and loading of sterilizer and utilize a
valid EO cycle.
RECOMMENDED HOSPITAL ETHYLENE OXIDE CYCLE
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . .125 °F -130 °F (52 °C - 54 °C)
50% RH (pre-humidity) . . .60 minutes, -0/+10 minutes
Pre Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . 24 in. Hg ± 2 in. Hg (61 cm Hg ± 5 cm Hg)
Gas Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 8 psig (550 - 660 mg/L)
Exposure Time . . . . . . . . . 4 hours -0/+0.25 hours
Post Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . 24 in. Hg 2X ± 2 in. Hg (61cm Hg 2X ± 5 cm Hg)
Aeration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 -0/+1 hours at 120 °F (49 °C)
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Guideline for Disinfection and Sterilization in Healthcare Facilities, CDC, 2008.
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