Cleaning and Sterilization Guide Sept 2013

Sonicision™ Cordless Ultrasonic Dissection System Cleaning and Sterilization Guide (Refer to User’s Guide for complete instructions)

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CLEANING Battery Contact Points Generator Retention Ring

Battery Pack Release Latch

Generator Seam

Battery Seam

1. Preparation for Cleaning

3. Manual Cleaning

4. Drying

5. Disinfecting (optional)

• Inspect the generator, battery and sterilization tray for damage. Replace if damaged. • Prepare a solution of pH neutral, pH neutral enzymatic or alkaline detergent in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Manually clean the battery, generator and sterilization tray using a stiff, nylonbristle brush and the detergent solution. • Thoroughly clean the generator retention ring, generator seam, battery seam, battery pack release latch and battery contact points. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or metal cleaning tools, such as stainless steel brushes. • Thoroughly rinse components with clean water.

• Dry generator, battery and sterilization tray with a clean, lint-free cloth. With cool, clean oil-free air, blow dry all components until completely dry.

• If facility processes require disinfection prior to sterilization, wipe the surfaces of the generator, battery and sterilization tray with an isopropyl-alcohol (up to 100%) surface disinfectant.

2. Soaking • Soak the generator, battery and sterilization tray in the detergent mix for 5 to 10 minutes.

CAUTION: DO NOT wash components in automatic instrument washer or ultrasonic washer.

CHARGING BATTERY Charge Status Light Indicator Chart

 B attery is fully charged and can be sterilized for use.  B attery is charging. Do not remove the battery until the charge

Charging a Battery 1. Verify the battery and charger are clean. 2. Insert battery into a charger bay until battery is fully seated. Note the color of the illuminated battery status LED. 3. When fully charged, remove battery from charger and sterilize.

cycle is complete and the status light turns green.

 Battery has reached its maximum usage or is otherwise

nonfunctional. Do not use. Recycle or properly dispose of the battery.

 The charger bay is unusable. Insert a known functional battery into the bay. If the condition persists, use another bay to charge the battery. Contact Covidien to order a replacement charger.

CAUTION: The batteries must be sterilized AFTER charging. Do not sterilize batteries before charging.

STERILIZING Sterilizing 1. E nsure generator, battery and sterilization tray are clean and dry before sterilization. 2. P lace the generator and battery in the tray. 3. C  over sterilization tray base with lid and latch. 4. U  tilize one of the following sterilization configurations:

Sterilizer

Sterile Barrier Polypropylene Tyvek Pouch Wrap (Single)

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• Single Tyvek Pouch – Place the sterilization tray in a single compatible Tyvek pouch, and seal according to the manufacturer’s instructions. • Double Tyvek Pouch – Place the sterilization tray within two compatible Tyvek pouches, and seal according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The Tyvek side of the inside pouch must be aligned with the Tyvek side of the outside pouch. 6. Sterilize the generator and battery within the enclosed sterilization tray using the following STERRAD™* or STERIS V-PRO™* models/ cycles in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions:

Model

Cycle

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5. F ollow these steps according to the sterile barrier selected: • Polypropylene Wrap – Wrap the sterilization tray in a compatible polypropylene sterilization wrap according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Standard, Short or Long* Standard Standard Lumen Lumen Lumen

*Short and Long cycles are not available on 100S models sold in the United States

Storing System • Store system components at 64° F to 77° F (or 18° C to 25° C). Elevated temperatures can result in reduced battery-service life. • Recharge and re-sterilize battery packs after one month of continuous storage to ensure adequate charge when needed.

CAUTION: DO NOT STEAM AUTOCLAVE, FLASH or use EtO to sterilize any part of the device or accessories. Use low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization only.

For more information, contact your local sales representative or call the Clinical Hotline at: 1-800-255-8522. COVIDIEN, COVIDIEN with logo, Covidien logo and positive results for life are U.S. and internationally registered trademarks of Covidien AG. ™* Trademark of its respective owner. Other brands are trademarks of a Covidien company. ©2013 Covidien. US130061 2013/09