B. Braun Aesculap Spine activ C FW645R Gebrauchsanweisung/Technische Beschreibung Seite 13

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information on hygienically safe reprocessing methods
which serve to protect the materials as well as retain
their value.
Use suitable cleaning/disinfecting agents if the
product is put away in a wet condition. To prevent
foam formation and reduced effectiveness of the
process chemicals: Prior to mechanical cleaning
and disinfection, rinse the product thoroughly with
running water.
Preparations at the place of use
Disassemble the product immediately after use, as
described in the respective instructions for use.
Rinse non-visible surfaces such as those in
instruments with concealed crevices, lumens or
complex geometries, preferably with distilled
water, using a disposable syringe for instance.
Remove any visible surgical residues to the extent
possible with a damp, lint-free cloth.
Transport the dry product in a sealed waste
container for cleaning and disinfection within 6
hours.
Preparation before cleaning
Disassemble the product prior to cleaning, see
Disassembly.
for more detailed Cleaning/disinfection
Damage to the product due
to inappropriate
disinfecting
excessive temperatures!
CAUTION
Use cleaning and disinfec-
ting agents according to
the
instructions which
– are approved for use e.g.
on
materials and stainless
steel,
– do not attack softeners
(e.g. silicone).
Observe
regarding concentration,
temperature and exposure
time.
Do
maximum
cleaning temperature of
60°C.
Carry out ultrasound cleaning:
– as an effective mechanical supplement to
manual cleaning/disinfection.
– as a pre-cleaning procedure for products with
encrusted residues, in preparation for mechanical
cleaning/disinfection.
– as an integrated mechanical support measure for
mechanical cleaning/disinfection.
– for additional cleaning of products with residues
left after mechanical cleaning/disinfection.
cleaning/
agents and/or
manufacturer's
aluminum, plastic
specifications
not exceed the
allowable
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