General Handpiece Maintenance & Cleaning Guide
Maintenance for after use and before Autoclaving
- Detach handpiece from tubing.
- Remove bur from Handpiece.
DO NOT submerge handpiece in any solution.
- Wipe away any external debris using a non-alcoholic approved disinfectant wipe.
- Using a dry tissue, remove any excess detergent leftover on the handpiece from the wipe.
DO NOT use any chemical solution or submerge in water.
- Select the correct oil adaptor for the handpiece you want to lubricate.
- Ensure the nozzle is securely attached.
- Shake the spray can well before attaching to the handpiece.
- Insert the oil adaptor into the handpiece.
- Always hold the spray can upright.
- Spray lubrication oil through the handpiece 2-3 seconds onto a clean tissue.
Please note: If the oil from the handpiece head has a brown discoloration, spray two more times until the oil runs clear.
- Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the oil runs clear.
- If the oil remains discolored after three sprays, send the handpiece for servicing, as this may indicate a rust issue.
- Package in a sterilised pouch accordance with appplicable standards.
If the oil comes out of the handpiece head with black discoloration, complete the sterilisation process, then send the handpiece for service before using it again.
- Before placing your equipment in the autoclave, ensure you’ve selected the correct cycle and verified that the autoclave temperature does not exceed 138°C .
- Load the items into the autoclave chamber according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
- If you’re using a non-vacuum autoclave, you’ll need to repeat step 4 following cycle completion.
For any further advice or guidance, please contact us.
Best Practices for cleaning and maintaining Equipment:
Avoid Chemical Disinfectants: Refrain from using chemical disinfectants, abrasive cleaners, or antibacterial soaps as cleaners
Avoid Submerging: Avoid submerging any handpieces into any type of liquid for cleaning or disinfection.
Avoid Ultrasonic Cleaners: Do not utilise ultrasonic cleaners for cleaning any handpieces.
Ensure Proper Installation: Ensure all instruments are removed from your handpiece or equipment prior to cleaning and lubricating
Autoclave: When autoclaving do not exceed a temperature of 138°C and do not overfill trays as this will prevent full sterilisation.
Please note: These are generalised guidelines as recommended by MC Repairs Ltd. For exact guidelines, please refer to Lubrication System user manual.
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