EN
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16.4 Steam sterilising
Individual parts can be sterilised either un-
packed or packed in a container or in sterile
product packaging� Use suitable sterile product
packaging�
Warning
Incorrect sterilisation inhibits effec-
tiveness and can damage the
product
• Only steam sterilisation is permitted�
• Do not exceed 134 °C�
• Observe the process parameters�
• Do not use any other procedures�
• Place filter paper on the sterilisation
tray�
• Always sterilise the parts for sterilisa-
tion together with instruments, as this
ensures even temperature
distribution�
• Avoid any metal contact of the parts
for sterilisation with either any other
instruments or with the sides of the
tray�
• Place parts for sterilisation away from
the heating rods and on the middle
rack so there is no contact with the
inside walls of the system�
• The product must be sterilised in a
disassembled state only�
Temperature: 134 °C
Pressure above the ambient surround-
ings: 2�16 bar / 0�216 MPa
Working time: 5 min
• Parts for sterilisation must be placed in a small
steam steriliser before every use in accord-
ance with EN 13060 and with sterilisation cy-
cle Type B with subsequent drying�
• Carefully observe the manufacturer‘s instruc-
tions regarding usage of the steam steriliser
and the correct placement of parts to be
sterilised�
• Observe all national and local guidelines and
standards regarding the sterilisation of medi-
cal products�
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