Use Instructions

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THIS DOCUMENT AND DATA ARE ISSUED IN STRICT CONFIDENCE AND ARE NOT TO BE
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Form TMP_PRD0002.05 Released December 12, 2019
Additional information
This procedure was validated by an independent and
accredited laboratory.
VALO Accessories Processing Instructions
Disinfection Reprocessing Instructions
Initial treatment at the time of use
Disinfection is required between each use.
Preparation before disinfection
Remove any cured dental composites from accessory lenses
prior to cleaning.
Cleaning
Place in an ultrasonic cleaner with the detergent listed
below:
Detergent
Cleaning Time
Henry Schein General
Purpose Cleaner or
equivalent product
2–10 minutes
Rinsing
Rinse accessory with warm water to remove detergent for 1–
2 minutes.
Drying
Dry with gauze.
Air dry 30 minutes.
Maintenance, inspection, and testing
Visually inspect that the accessory is not damaged and free of
debris. If cracked or damaged, discontinue use. If debris is
present, repeat cleaning process.
Packaging
No packaging required for disinfection (sterilization packages
can be used for storage after disinfection).
Disinfection
Remove from storage packaging (if applicable).
Submerge accessory in disinfection solution as per
manufacturer’s instructions listed below:
Disinfectant
Exposure Time
Cidex® OPA Solution or
equivalent product
12 minutes
Rinsing
Rinse per disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions listed
below:
1. Following removal from CIDEX® OPA Solution, thoroughly
rinse the accessory by immersing it completely in a large
volume (e.g., 2 gallons) of water.
2. Keep the accessory totally immersed for a minimum of 1
minute in duration.
3. Remove the accessory and discard the rinse water. Always
use fresh volumes of water for each rinse. Do not reuse the
water for rinsing or any other purpose.
4. Repeat the procedure two (2) additional times, for a total
of three (3) rinses, with large volumes of fresh water to
remove CIDEX® OPA Solution residues. Residues may cause
serious side effects. SEE WARNINGS. THREE (3) SEPARATE,
LARGE VOLUME WATER IMMERSION RINSES ARE REQUIRED.