Mechanical alkaline cleaning and thermal disinfection
Machine type: single-chamber cleaning/disinfecting machine without ultrasound
Phase
Step
I
Pre-rinse
II
Cleaning
III
Intermediate rinse
IV
Thermal disinfection
V
Drying
D–W:
Drinking water
FD–W:
Fully desalinated water (demineralized, microbiological, at least of drinking water quality)
*Recommended: BBraun Helimatic Cleaner alcaline
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Insert the product in its proper position in the
ECCOS fixation.
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Set the saw head 2 between two locking positions
for cleaning.
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After automatic cleaning/disinfection, check visible
surfaces for residues and repeat the cleaning/disin-
fection process as needed.
6.8
Inspection, maintenance and
checks
Note
Aesculap recommends occasional spraying of moving
parts (such as knobs, couplings, cover caps) with the
Aesculap STERILIT-Power-Systems oil spray.
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Allow the product to cool down to room tempera-
ture.
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Inspect the product after each cleaning and disin-
fecting cycle to be sure it is: clean, functional, and
undamaged.
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Check the product for any damage, abnormal run-
ning noise, overheating or excessive vibration.
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Inspect the saw blades for broken, damaged or
blunt cutting edges.
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Set aside the product if it is damaged.
D
t
[°C/°F]
[min]
<25/77
3
55/131
10
> 10/50
1
90/194
5
-
-
Water
Chemistry/Note
quality
D–W
-
■
FD–W
Concentrate, alkaline:
– pH ~ 13
– <5 % anionic surfactant
■
working solution 0.5 %
– pH ~ 11*
FD–W
-
FD–W
-
-
mind. 10 min at max. 120 °C
6.9
Packaging
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Always follow the instructions for use of the
respective packaging and storage devices (e.g.
instructions for use TA009721 for the Aesculap-
ECCOS fixation system).
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Insert the product in its proper position in the
ECCOS fixation.
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Pack trays appropriately for the sterilization pro-
cess (e.g. in Aesculap sterile containers).
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Ensure that the packaging will prevent a recontam-
ination of the product.
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