Table 2 Workflow of reprocessing in the washer/disinfector and further processing
Step | Parameters |
|---|---|
Flushing | 25°C, 2 min, RO (reverse osmosis) water |
Basic cleaning and disinfection | (NaOH) pH 11, RO water, 50°C/5 min |
Rinsing | RO water 25°C/1 min |
Acidic cleaning to remove mineral stains of calcium carbonate | phosphoric acid, pH 2, RO water, 50°C/5 min |
Final rinsing | RO water 25°C/1 min |
Thermic disinfection | 95°C/10 min, RO water |
Check for membrane integrity | resistance time over 1 min |
Drying with sterile air | 115°C |
Packing and documentation | sterile boxes |