
Setup Endoscope Handling Troubleshooting
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Endoscope Handling
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Unpack the Endoscope
• Remove endoscope from shipping container
Note how the endoscope is packaged and coiled loosely
2
Prepare for Sterilzation
• Place endoscope in sterilization tray
• Make sure black connector caps are in place
• Do not coil the endoscope any tighter than 6” in diameter
3
Sterilize
• Steam autoclave (Caps must be in place) at 250°F (121°C)
for 15 minutes or 273°F (134°C) for 4 minutes
• Ethylene Oxide (Caps must be in place)
• Steris® & Sterrad®(Caps must be in place)
Note: Detailed Instructions are enclosed with endoscope
4
Remove from Sterilization Tray
• Uncoil endoscope carefully
• After autoclaving, caps may stick to connector ends
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Microendoscopes are made of glass. Do not pull, stretch, squeeze or bend any part of the endoscope.