Proper Maintenance
Surgical Instruments represent a significant material asset within the overall investment of a hospital. The contemplated Instructions, Guidelines, Brochures, Norm Books, etc. is intended to help preserve the functional capability and value of the instruments over many years through correct care and maintenance.
Basics Maintenance:
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Brand-new instruments have to be cleaned prior to the first sterilization
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Instructions for use have to be strictly observed
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Strictly adhere to dosage, induction time and temperature during disinfecting and cleaning
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Used instruments have to be treated as soon as possible
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Open joints on instruments prior to preparation
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Prior to sterilization, only cose the first ratchet on instruments
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Dismantle instruments for preparationas much as possible
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Use proper accessories for cleaning
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Do not overload washing machines and ultra sound devices. Avoid rinsing shadows as well as wave shadows
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Never use metal brushes or metal sponges for manual cleaning
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Rinse thoroughly and carefully after cleaning. If possible, use demineralized water
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Dry sufficeintly after rinsing
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Worn, corroded, deformed, porous or otherwise damaged instruments have to discarded
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Each preparation of instruments with joints needs a treatment with a lubricating agent on paraffin oil (this does not apply to flexible endoscopes and accessories)
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perform a functional test in assembled condition
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Due to Hygienic reason instruments have to be completely prepared before sending for repair.
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Sterilization is no substitute for cleanliness!
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Please ask for relevant information material!
Quelle: Rote Broschüre
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