• Visually inspect handpiece cable o-rings for wear. Replace worn o-rings (refer to applicable
Directions for Use of system). Lubricate o-rings with water before use.
Storage:
Do not place on or next to a radiator or other heat source. System is portable but must be handled
with care.
Sterilizable Handpieces, Handpiece Adapters, and Reservoir Bottles
WARNINGS:
• Instruments are not sterile upon receipt and must be sterilized prior to use in accordance with the
following instructions.
• The colorant used on handpieces with soft grips may bleed during autoclaving. This will not effect
performance.
• Do not disinfect or autoclave the Steri-Mate Handpiece or Steri-Mate Handpiece Adapter while
assembled.
LIMITATIONS ON PROCESSING:
• Repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles have minimum effect on these instruments. End of life in
normally determined by wear and damage due to use.
• Reservoir bottle storage caps are not steam autoclave sterilizable.
• Do not use chemical disinfectants prior to sterilization or rapid deterioration of the material may occur.
INFECTION CONTROL PROCEDURES
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