Chapter 3 Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization Procedures
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EVIS EXERA GIF/CF/PCF TYPE 160 Series REPROCESSING MANUAL
Brushing the channels
• To avoid splattering detergent solution when the channel
cleaning brush is pulled out, keep the endoscope
submerged.
• The channel cleaning brush is a consumable item that is
subject to wear. If the brush head is bent or kinked during
use, the brush may come off. Confirm that the brush is free
from any damages or irregularities before and after each use.
Should a part of the brush head come off, immediately
retrieve it and carefully confirm that no parts are left inside
the channel of the endoscope by passing a new cleaning
brush or other endo-therapy accessories through it. Any part
left in the channel, may drop into the patient during the
procedure. Depending on the location, the missing part may
not be recoverable by passing a new brush or other
endo-therapy accessory through the channel. In this case,
contact Olympus.
Withdraw the channel cleaning brush from the suction
channel gently, ensuring its shaft does not rub against the
external opening of the suction cylinder, as this may damage
the brush and may wear a groove in the opening, leading to
impaired suction and liquid leakage.
While the endoscope is submerged, brush the instrument and suction channels,
suction cylinder and instrument channel port according to the following
procedures (see Figure 3.22).
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