Instrument Cleaning

Purpose of this step is to prevent bio-burden from hardening which makes the instruments difficult to clean, increases cleaning time and can cause pitting and damage to instruments.

• Safely transport instruments to facility decontamination area.
• Spray and completely cover instruments with BrandMax Tri-Clean™ Triple Enzyme Foam
• Do not allow bio-burden to dry, re-apply as necessary
• Rinse instruments thoroughly

Purpose of this step is to clean the entire surface area of instrument to ensure an effective sterilization.

• Add 1 oz. per gallon of water of BrandMax Tri-Clean™ Triple Enzymatic cleaner.
• Prepare your ultrasonic cleaner by heating to 110˚F and degas for 15 minutes prior to use each day. (Note: temperature not to exceed 120˚F).
• Carefully add soiled instruments to the ultrasonic tank and set timer for 10 – 15 minutes. (Note: for heavily soiled instruments, longer soaking time may be necessary).
• Carefully remove and rinse instruments thoroughly using drain transport device.
• Air or pat dry instruments with clean towel. (Note: non-looped absorbent Huck towel is common).
• Visually inspect instruments to confirm thorough cleaning, if debris is present repeat cleaning process.

• Place cleaned instruments in a Sterilization Pouch. (Note: place hinged instruments in the open position).
• Place sealed instrument packages in the sterilizer per your facility’s protocol.