stryker MiniFESS Surgical Instruments Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- stryker
Table of Contents
MiniFESS Surgical Instruments
Instruction Manual
MiniFESS®
Surgical Instruments
MiniFESS Surgical Instruments
Instructions for Cleaning, Sterilization, and Care
Important: Read all instructions in this manual before using and
reprocessing these devices.
Cleaning
Do not allow contaminants to dry on instruments as this makes cleaning more
difficult. Immediately after use, place instrument under cold, running water
to remove contaminants then pre-soak in enzymatic cleaning solution. Follow
enzymatic cleaner instructions for concentration, water temperature, and
timeframe. Thoroughly rinse instrument to remove harmful residue from soaking
solutions.
Caution: Instruments must not be soaked in caustic or physiological
saline solutions as this could cause pitting or rust.
Instruments with joints or lock boxes (scissors, clamps, retractors, etc.)
should always be cleaned in the open position. They should be activated
several times during the cleaning process to facilitate removal of
contaminants in joints.
Use a soft brush to help remove remaining contaminants.
Caution: Do not use metal brushes as this could scratch or deposit metal
particles on the instrument which could lead to rusting.
A pressurized water spray can also be used to remove contaminants.
Rinse thoroughly under cold, running water followed by a distilled water rinse
to remove tap water residue.
Visually inspect instrument to insure it is clean.
Place instrument in an ultrasonic cleaner and follow the ultrasonic cleaner
instructions for detergent, temperature, and time. Rinse thoroughly under
cold, running water to remove any residue of the detergent once again
followed by a distilled water rinse.
Sterilization: Autoclave
| Pre-vacuum | Gravity |
|---|---|
| Unwrapped | Unwrapped |
| 132ºC (270ºF) 3 minutes | 132ºC (270ºF) 3 minutes |
| 135ºC (275ºF) 3 minutes | 135ºC (275ºF) 3 minutes |
| Wrapped | Wrapped |
| 132ºC (270ºF) 4 minutes | 132ºC (270ºF) 15 minutes |
| 135ºC (275ºF) 3 minutes | 135ºC (275ºF) 10 minutes |
| 137ºC (279ºF) 3 minutes |
Caring for Stainless Steel Surgical Instruments
For stainless steel to be used for surgical instruments, it must contain a
specifi c amount of carbon. Carbon is required in order to allow the steel to
become “hardened.” Hardening strengthens the steel and allows it to retain
sharpness. Carbon also allows steel to be more susceptible to tarnishing and
rusting. The effect of the carbon is minimized by processing the surface
finish of the instrument. As the name implies, the material stainless
steel—STAINS LESS, but is not stain-free.
Improper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilizing will contribute more to
rusting or staining than the carbon content of the stainless steel.
Common Problems
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Improper drying of the instrument after cleaning, disinfection, or sterilizing especially in joints and lock boxes.
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Using corrosive or caustic cleaning agents. (Do not use any chemical over 10.5 pH)
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Improper rinsing to remove the cleaning or disinfecting solutions;
Using tap water without following with a distilled water rinse (tap water may contain chemicals and minerals such as iron which can leave deposits on the surface). -
Faulty autoclave which may leave deposits on the instrument and attack the instrument’s surface finish.
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Use of stiff metal brushes that roughen the sur face of the instrument and leaves it susceptible to rust and stains.
Graphic Symbols Contained on Device Labeling
MiniFESS is a trademark of Stryker Corporation of Kalamazoo, MI.
Entellus Medical Inc.
3600 Holly Lane North, Suite 40
Plymouth, MN 55447 USA
+1 866-620-7615
www.ent.stryker.com
Entellus Medical, Inc., a Stryker Company ICON (LR) Limited
South County Business Park
Leopardstown, Dublin 18,
D18 X5R3, Ireland
2448-002 rF – July 2021 