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The fiber-optic light guide is provided in a non-sterile condition and must be sterilized prior to patient contact. Manual Cleaning and Disinfection of the Light Guide • Place the light guide for the specified application time into the solution, making sure that it is completely covered (as needed, using ultrasonic support or careful brushing with a soft brush). A neutral enzymatic cleaning agent is recommended. • Remove the light guide from the solution and rinse thoroughly (at least 10 seconds) in water with low germ count. • To disinfect; place the cleaned light guide for the specified application time into the solution, making sure that it is completely covered. Please note: Disinfectants containing o-phthalaldehyde are recommended. • Remove the light guide from the solution and rinse thoroughly (at least 10 seconds) in water with low germ count. • Dry the light guide with a clean soft cloth. Steam Sterilization • Check the light guide. • Effective cleaning and disinfection are absolutely essential requirements for effective sterilization. • Only steam sterilization is approved. • Maximum sterilization temperature is 134 °C (273 °F). • Sterilization time (exposure time at sterilization temperature) is at least 20 min. at 121°C (250 °F) or at least 3 min. at 132 °C (270 °F) /134 °C (273 °F). • Check Before using the light guide again, check it for damaged surfaces and discoloration; do not use damaged light guides.