Technical data

1. Containment and Transportation
Immediately after use, contaminated
instruments are transported safely* in
cassettes or on trays to the sterilization
area. Waste is segregated and disposed
of in appropriate waste receptacles.
2. Cleaning and Disinfection
Instruments and cassettes should be
placed directly into the machine after
use at chairside. The contaminated
instruments can be kept in the machine
for interim dry storage for up to 6 hours.
An automated washing program should
then be selected. This system also offers
an optional drying cycle, which is
recommended.
3. Inspection and Sorting
After cleaning, disinfection, and drying,
the instruments can be safely checked
for normal wear and damage.
4. Preparation for Sterilization
Instruments and cassettes are placed in
sterilization pouches or wrap, and sealed
according to manufacturers directions to
ensure sterilization until use.
5. Sterilization
Packaged instruments are processed
through the complete cycle of a steam
autoclave, chemical vapor sterilizer, or
dry heat sterilizer, according to
manufacturers’ directions for each type
of sterilizer.
6. Storage of Sterile Instruments
It is essential to preserve sterility until
use. Packaged sterilized instruments
may be stored on clean shelves or in
clean drawers.
*Appropriate PPE including gloves, masks, eyewear, an d
protective outer lab coat or grown, must be worn while
handling all unsterilized instruments according to the
current OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
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6 Steps for Hygienic Processing of Instruments
The Miele Thermal Disinfector is an Integral Part
of Instrument Reprocessing