Description

• The wrenches are not sterilized prior to shipping.
• They must be cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized before use.
• When cleaning, do not use abrasive detergents and do not apply excessive pressure.
• To avoid damage do not clean with a wire brush or metal pads.
• Use only cleaning and disinfectant solutions with a ph between 5 and 10.
• Please follow the cleaning/disinfectant manufacturers’ instructions (e.g. intended use, dosage, time, renewal period).
• Frequent but careful cleaning has little effect on the life of the ratchet.
• Product life is determined by wear.
• Recalibrate the wrench once a year. The wrench must be cleaned and sterilized after service.

Recommended Sterilization Method

• Loosen the ratchet completely prior to sterilization
• Method Fractionated pre-vacuum process (according to ISO 17665)
• Temperature Heat up to 134⁰C (137⁰C Maximum)
• Pressure 3 pre-vacuum phases with at least 60 millibar pressure
• Holding Time at least 5 minutes
• Drying Time at least 10 minutes
• After sterilization checks the packaging of the sterilized instruments for damage. Check the sterilization indicators.

Storage

• Store the sterilized wrenches in a dry, dust-free, corrosive vapor-free area at a moderate temperature.