Cleaning / Disinfection / Sterilisation
Cleaning and sterilising STG HLX sterilisable handles
7
LUCEA 50-100
IFU 01741 EN 11
49 / 60
7.2.4 Sterilisation
WARNING!
Risk of infection
A sterilisable handle that has exceeded the recommended number of steril-
isation cycles is at risk of falling from its mount.
With the above sterilisation parameters, STG PSX sterilisable handles are
guaranteed for no more than 50uses, and STG HLX sterilisable handles for
no more than 350uses. Please do not exceed the recommended number of
cycles.
NOTE
STG PSX sterilisable handles are not compatible with the LUCEA 50-100.
NOTE
STG HLX sterilisable handles are designed for autoclave sterilisation.
1. Check that the handle is not soiled or cracked.
Ø If the handle is soiled, return it to the cleaning circuit.
Ø If the handle has one or more cracks, it is unusable and must therefore be disposed of in
accordance with the applicable protocols.
2. Place the handles on the steriliser tray using one of the following three methods:
Ø In a sterilisation wrapper (double wrapper or equivalent).
Ø In a paper or plastic sterilisation bag.
Ø With no wrapper or bag, with the locking button facing down.
3. Package with biological and/or chemical indicators for monitoring the sterilisation process, in
accordance with applicable regulations.
4. Run the sterilisation cycle according to the steriliser manufacturer’s instructions.
Sterilisation cycle Temperature
(°C)
Time
(min)
Dry
(min)
ATNC (Prion)
Prevacuum
134 18
Tab.16: Example of a steam sterilisation cycle
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
