HF-GB-17664, Rev. D | Page 5 / 8 Status: 07/2023
8.0 Reusability and Single Use 8.1 Reusability
The user is responsible for inspecting instruments prior to each use, and for the use of damaged and dirty instruments. The instruments can be reused, unless indicated otherwise (see 9.0 Special Procedures section). The lifetime of instruments depends on the frequency of use, the care by the user and proper reprocessing methods. Please contact your local Hu-Friedy agent with questions about the expected life of any Hu-Friedy product.
8.2 Single Use Single use instruments are intended and manufactured for one use only.
9.0 Special Procedures for Specific Hu-Friedy Instruments Aluminium Instruments Cleaning / Disinfection: -
Use neutral cleaning agents and disinfectants suitable for Aluminium. - Check cleaning agent label for precautions for use with Aluminium. - Do not clean in an ultrasonic cleaner. - Clean by hand or in a Washer-Disinfector unit.
Processing: Note: Anodized aluminium instruments, when processed with Stainless Steel instruments may cause an adverse chemical reaction.
Carbon Steel Instruments
Processing: -
Clean, disinfect and sterilize separately.
- Do not clean, disinfect or sterilize with other stainless-steel instruments. - Do not clean / disinfect in a Washer-Disinfector unit.
Hinged Instruments
Processing: - Process in an open state and lubricate using Instrument Lubricant Spray (ILS) prior to sterilization.
Oversized Instruments
Note: If instruments do not fit in cassettes, other systems should be considered for reprocessing. Please call Hu-Friedy for assistance Tel 00800 4837 4339 or send an e-mail to info@hu-friedy.eu.
Aspirators and Aspirator Tips
Processing: - Clean, disinfect and sterilize only in a completely disassembled state.
Cleaning / Disinfection: -
For automated cleaning and disinfection in a Washer-Disinfector unit connecting rinsing adapters must be used, if the inserts are processed inside a cassette system. Otherwise open tray systems for automated cleaning and disinfection or manual cleaning and disinfection is recommended ( no Ultrasonic cleaning and disinfection! ).
Chu’s Aesthetic Tool Kit Tips
Note: The tip will last for approximately 5 reprocessing cycles.
Processing: - Clean, disinfect and sterilize with tip and handle disassembled. - Tips with fading markings should be replaced. - Do not disinfect with phenols or iodophors. - Do not use dry heat.
Colorvue-Tips
Note: The tip shall be disposed after a maximum of 30 reprocessing cycles.
Processing: - Clean, disinfect and sterilize with tip and handle disassembled. - Tips with a fading black marking should be replaced. - Do not disinfect with phenols or iodophors. - Do not use dry heat or rapid heat sterilization.
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