Method 2
Cleaning Method 2
Product Care Instructions
For All: Ocular MaxField® (Glass) and MaxLight® (CR-39) Indirect Diagnostic/Laser Lenses
Except: (See Cleaning Method 3)
OI-20A Ocular MaxACTM 20 Diopter
OI-28A Ocular MaxACTM 28 Diopter
Cleaning
Wipe: Clean with alcohol wipe.
Then: Proceed with either disinfection or sterilization instructions.
Disinfection
Soak In: GLUTARALDEHYDE 2% or 3.4% aqueous solution
Temperature per manufacturer instructions
Minimum exposure time = 20 minutes or
BLEACH 10% solution mixed at: 1 part bleach to 9 parts water
Recommended exposure time = 10 minutes
CAUTION To avoid damage to the lens, do not exceed recommended exposure time.
Then: Rinse lens thoroughly to remove disinfection solution.
3 cycles of 1 minute, with cool or tepid water is recommended.
Dry carefully and place in a dry storage case.
NOTE These lenses are known to be compatible with:
Ascepti-Wipe, Cavi-cide, Cidex, Cidex OPA, DisCide Wipe, Enviro-cide, and Opti-Cide.
MaxField® lenses are also compatible with H2O2 -3%.
Sterilization - EO
Minimum Time: 1 hour
Temperature: 130°F (54°C)
Aeration Time: 12 hours
Sterilization - Steam Autoclave
No
Sterilization - Steris System 1
Follow manufacturer's instructions for MaxField® (glass) lenses.
Not compatible with MaxLight® (CR-39) lenses.
Sterilization - Sterrad
No
WARNING Never steam autoclave or boil listed lenses.
Never soak in Alcohol, Acetone or Other Solvents.
For information on compatibility with alternative product care methods, contact Customer Service.
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