Chapter 4 Reprocessing Operations
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ENDOSCOPE REPROCESSOR OER-Pro Operation Manual
For all endoscopes - Disconnect the endoscope, reusable
parts and reprocessing equipment
Disconnect the endoscope, reusable parts and reprocessing equipment
according to the reprocessing instruction provided in the endoscope’s manual.
Place the reusable parts such as air/water valve, suction valve and biopsy valve
in a container of clean water.
Leakage testing
Perform leakage testing on the endoscope according to the reprocessing
instruction provided in the endoscope’s manual.
Manual cleaning (Procedure performed in reprocessing area)
After completing the leakage test, perform manual cleaning according to the
procedures described below. In case of excessive bleeding and/or delayed
reprocessing, perform “Presoak for excessive bleeding and/or delayed
reprocessing after each procedure” according to the reprocessing instructions
provided in the endoscope’s manual.
Preparation
Fill a basin with detergent solution at the temperature and concentration
recommended by the detergent manufacturer. Use a basin that is at least 40 cm
by 40 cm (16” by 16”) in size and deep enough to completely immerse the
endoscope.
Manual cleaning of the external surfaces
Perform manual cleaning of the external surfaces in accordance with the
reprocessing instructions provided in the endoscope manual.
Brushing the endoscope (i.e., channels, valve cylinders,
and other ports if present)
Brush the endoscope in accordance with the reprocessing instructions provided
in the endoscope manual, including the instrument and suction channels,
balloon channels, de-aerated water supply channel, suction cylinders,
instrument channel ports, forceps elevator and distal end as applicable.
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