ScopeCare
Sterilization Procedures
All repairs that are performed by ScopeCare will meet the
following sterilization parameters. Please note that the Non-Autoclavable scopes can not
be autoclaved after a repair, since the design of the scope has not changed. Upgrades to
autoclavable scopes are available at a competitive price.
Cleaning:
To ensure an optimal image from your recently repaired
scope. ScopeCare recommend the the following scope repair program, invloving cleaning and
handling procedures to be performed.
After use, clean the scope with the appropriate cleaning solution.
Rinse the solution with distilled water
With a cotton swab, wipe the lens using 90% pure alcohol.
Hold the scope up to a light looking on an angle to see if any debris or a
rainbow can be seen on the lens. If there is any thing then repeat step III.
Prepare the scope for sterilization.
Sterilization
The SCOPECARE scope has been designed to be sterilized
through steam autoclave. The following instructions should be followed for sterilization:
Wrap the scope in a surgical towel and place in a clean tray.
Sterilize at 2.2 bar 273 degrees F (134 C) for three to five minutes.
Do not handle a hot scope.
Allow the scope to cool in the ambient air. Do not force to cool a scope
with a damp towel.
If using a SCOPECARE scope sterilization tray. Please insert the scope
appropriately into the tray.
ScopeCare scopes have been approved for Steris®
and Sterrad® sterilization |
