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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHORE Document Code Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic Cleaner FFH/CSSD/SOP/ 029 Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date: 1. Purpose: To ensure that medical devices/equipment are correctly prepared and loaded for decontamination 2. Scope: FFH Lahore CSSD 3. Responsibility: Only staff trained in the use of the equipment

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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHOREDocument Code

Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic CleanerFFH/CSSD/SOP/029

Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date:

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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHOREDocument Code

Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic CleanerFFH/CSSD/SOP/029

Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date:

• In the case of table top cleaners;

• Fill the tank with potable water (drinking quality) to the manufacturer’s designated level

• De-gas the water as recommended by the machine manufacturer

• Add detergent, ensuring the manufacturer’s recommendations are followed It is advisable to use a suitable enzymatic detergent that is effective at low temperatures

• If the tank has a heater, set the temperature control to be comparable with the detergent manufacturer’s recommendations

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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHOREDocument Code

Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic CleanerFFH/CSSD/SOP/029

Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date:

• Sort cannulated and solid devices Avoid contaminating hands with soilage

• Open hinged items

• Place the basket of instruments into the tank never put instruments directly onto the base of an ultrasonic washer (if instruments are placed directly onto

• Make sure that instruments do not stick out of baskets as they may affect the washer operation

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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHOREDocument Code

Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic CleanerFFH/CSSD/SOP/029

Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date:

• Connect all cannulated instruments to the appropriate connector on the basket union if option is available

• Position the basket into the chamber according to manufacturer instructions

• Only prescribed automatic cleaning agents should be used, Enzymatic cleaners are recommended bearing in mind manufacturers instructions

• Check that connection is made with the machine union before closing the door

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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHOREDocument Code

Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic CleanerFFH/CSSD/SOP/029

Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date:

• Select a program or set the timer control to the time specified by the machine manufacturer

• After the cycle has been completed, remove the basket from the tank and rinse the items with clean, potable water – unless the machine has an automatic rinse stage, or the load is to be transferred directly into a washer/disinfector for further processing

• Drain and dry the items using a non-linting cloth or mechanical drying system

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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHOREDocument Code

Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic CleanerFFH/CSSD/SOP/029

Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date:

• If the ultrasonic cleaner does not automatically drain after use, the ultrasonic washer should be drained, cleaned, dried, covered and left dry and empty until

• required for further use, as per the manufacturer’s instructions The frequency of water renewal depends very much on how often the machine is used and on the degree of contamination Ultrasonic Baths with visible contamination should be renewed frequently, possibly several times each day Otherwise, daily renewal is recommended

5. Reference Documents:Procedure Manual

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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHOREDocument Code

Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic CleanerFFH/CSSD/SOP/029

Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date:

Standard Precautions

Equipment guidelines

6. Distribution :

WRITTEN BY: REVIEWED BY: APPROVED BY:

Sig.: Sig.: Sig.:

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FAUJI FOUNDATION HOSPITAL LAHOREDocument Code

Prepare, Load And Operate Ultrasonic CleanerFFH/CSSD/SOP/029

Issue#: A Issue Date:13/05/2014 Rev#: 00 Rev. Date:

Copy No. 1 with AQMR & Copy No. 2 in the Dept.