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Instructions for Sterilizing The Outer Sheath And Handpiece Cradle
WARNINGS
LIMITATIONS ON
REPROCESSING
CLEANING: MANUAL
DISINFECTION
PACKAGING
STEAM STERILIZATION
DRYING
These instructions are for use ONLY on the outer sheath and handpiece cradle. All
other parts of the system should be disinfected according to the procedures in the
"Disinfection" section.
The outer sheath and handpiece cradle for the MIDWEST ® RDH Freedom® Cordless
Prophy System are not sterile upon receipt and must be sterilized prior to use in
accordance with the following instructions.
The Handpiece Cradle may only be sterilized following the pre-vacuum sterilization
procedures. The Gravity Steam sterilization procedures have not been validated for the
Handpiece Cradle.
Do not use an automatic washer/disinfector for the sheath. Discoloration of material will
occur.
Repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles have minimum effect on these instruments. End
of life is normally determined by wear and damage due to use.
Do not use chemical disinfectants prior to sterilization or rapid deterioration of the material
may occur.
Cold liquid disinfection/sterilization, chemical vapor sterilization, and dry heat sterilization
methods have not been tested or validated for efficacy and are not recommended for use.
Do not immerse the outer sheath or handpiece cradle in an ultrasonic bath.
1. Disassemble by removing the disposable prophy angle (DPA) from the Outer Sheath,
and the Outer Sheath from the inner module.
2. Prepare enzymatic solution per manufacturer's recommendation.
3. Using a lint-free cloth dampened with the prepared detergent, thoroughly wet the
Outer Sheath with the prepared detergent.
3.1 Using a soft bristled brush, brush the Outer Sheath until all visible soil is
removed, paying attention to the disposable prophy angle area.
4. Rinse the Outer Sheath under potable running tap water for a minimum of 30 seconds
to remove detergent residue.
5. Dry the Outer Sheath using clean lint-free cloth.
6. Visually inspect each Outer Sheath for visible soil. If soil is seen, repeat the cleaning
procedure.
Do not use disinfectant solution on sterilizable outer sheaths or handpiece cradle.
Place each instrument in a separate paper/plastic steam-sterilizing pouch. If using a steril-
izing cassette, ensure that the sterilizer's maximum load is not exceeded.
Place bagged instruments into a steam autoclave, per the autoclave manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
Gravity Steam Sterilization - Outer Sheath
Full Cycle: 135°C (275°F) for 10 minutes
Pre-vacuum Steam Sterilization - Outer Sheath and handpiece cradle
Full Cycle:132°C (270°F) for 4 minutes
Alternate Method: Place non-bagged instruments into the steam autoclave and run at the
above listed cycles.
NOTE: Instruments steam sterilized unbagged should be used immediately.
To dry, use the drying cycle of the steam autoclave. Set cycle for 20 to 30 minutes.
Do not exceed 137°C (278°F).
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