SciCan AUTOCLAVE STATIM 2000S Manuel De L'utilisateur page 14

4. Instructions For Use Con't.
• Unwrapped Instruments
Arrange unwrapped instruments on the rack by spreading them as evenly as possible.
• Wrapped Instruments (single wraps)
Place the instruments into single layer autoclave bags according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Orient the instrument rack in the cassette to ensure that wrapped instruments
rest approximately 6 mm / 0.25" above the cassette base. Place the wrapped instruments
on the rack and arrange them to avoid overlap. Ensure that all wrapped loads are dry before
handling and /or storage to maintain sterility.
The use of cloth wraps in the Statim is not recommended.
SciCan recommends the use of paper / paper and plastic / paper autoclave bags
manufactured in accordance to EN 868. Loosely pack instruments in the bags to allow steam
penetration to all instrument surfaces.
The wrapped instrument rack for the Statim 5000S is designed to hold a maximum of
12 autoclave bags. Care must be taken to ensure that the combined weight of the loaded
bags does not exceed 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs).
The unwrapped instrument rack fitted with a maximum of 10 Stat-Dri plates will hold
10 autoclave bags.
• Rubber and Plastic Instruments
The following materials can be sterilized in the Statim:
nylon, polycarbonate (Lexan™), polypropylene, PTFE (Teflon™), acetal (Delrin™),
polysulfone (Udel™), polyetherimide (Ultem™), silicone rubber, and polyester.
When loading rubber and plastic instruments in the tray, leave a space between the
instruments and the cassette walls. This ensures that steam reaches all surfaces, and
will promote drying.
The following materials cannot be sterilized in the Statim:
polyethylene, ABS, styrene, cellulosics, PVC, Acrylic (Plexiglas™), PPO (Noryl™), latex,
neoprene, and similar materials.
Use of these materials may lead to instrument or equipment damage. If you are unsure
of your instrument's material or construction, do not load into your Statim until you have
checked with the instrument manufacturer.
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