Using Your Hydrim; Instrument Reprocessing Recommendations - SciCan HYDRIM C61w G4 Manuel De L'utilisateur

4. Using your HYDRIM

4.1 Instrument reprocessing recommendations

The HYDRIM C61w G4 is designed to clean general dental and medical instruments. When
used correctly, the HYDRIM is effective for the removal of debris on instruments that may
result in the insulation of microorganisms during terminal sterilization.
Note: Terminal sterilization must follow processing in the HYDRIM C61w G4.
Examples of medical and dental instruments suitable for cleaning in the HYDRIM include:
• Stainless steel scalers, spatulas and hemostats.
• Stainless steel retractors, needle holders, skin hooks, tissue forceps, scissors, curettes,
and other stainless steel instruments free of deep cavities.
For best results, instruments processed in the HYDRIM should have the following
properties:
• Heat resistance to a temperature of up to 60°C.
• Corrosion resistance in the presence of heat.
Microkeratomes, phaco tubing, fiberoptics and electrical equipment should not be
processed in the HYDRIM.
Nickel-plated instruments, or instruments containing aluminum or colour anodized aluminum
as well as single use instruments are not suited for processing in the HYDRIM.
HIP™ Ultra (HYDRIM cleaning solution with Instrument Protection) has been carefully
formulated to provide outstanding material compatibility with a wide range of metals and
coatings. However, some manufacturers' instruments may not be compatible.
Some instrument manufacturers make their instruments with special coatings, which may
not be suitable for the use in an automatic instrument washer. Please consult the instrument
manufacturer for their recommended cleaning procedures of these instruments.
In general, it is not recommended to process carbon steel and chrome-plated instruments
in the HYDRIM C61w G4.
When processing small or light objects in the HYDRIM C61w G4, use the basket
with lid.
Do not put dental burrs in the HYDRIM C61w G4.
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