Instructions for Use
Flat Handle Brushes
Reusable Nylon · Manual Cleaning of Grooved and Uneven Surfaces
SurgiSafe™ by SurgiSite
1. Intended Use
SurgiSafe Flat Handle Brushes are designed for cleaning a wide variety of instruments, including instruments with grooved or uneven surfaces. Color-coded nylon rigidity: green rigid, blue extra rigid, yellow flexible, red extra flexible.
2. Quality Inspection
Ensure brush handles are not cracked, broken, or chipped before use. Discard and replace brushes once nylon bristles are worn or the brush has visible damage from repeated or prolonged use.
3. Storage
Store in a dry area where cross-contamination can be prevented.
4. Disposal
There are no special disposal instructions for this item beyond facility policy.
5. Known Issues
There are no known product issues or warnings.
6. Manual Cleaning
- Rinse brushes under cool water for one (1) to two (2) minutes (longer if needed) to loosen soil and remove gross debris.
- Prepare enzymatic solution according to the detergent manufacturer IFU. Soak brushes in fresh enzymatic solution for the manufacturer contact time (minimum two (2) minutes).
- Rinse brushes under cool water for one (1) minute.
- Visually inspect brushes for cleanliness and removal of all soil and gross debris.
- Repeat steps one (1) through four (4) if needed until brushes are completely free from visible soil.
7. Automated / Mechanical Cleaning
- Rinse brushes under cool water for one (1) to two (2) minutes (longer if needed) to loosen soil and remove gross debris.
- Prepare enzymatic solution according to the detergent manufacturer IFU. Soak brushes in fresh enzymatic solution for the manufacturer contact time (minimum two (2) minutes).
- Place brushes into a wire basket or micro-mesh tray, then place in an automated/mechanical washer.
- Visually inspect brushes for cleanliness and removal of all soil and gross debris.
- Repeat steps one (1) through four (4) if needed until brushes are completely free from visible soil.
8. Sterilization
Only new and unused brushes can be sterilized. Brushes may show slight discoloration from the sterilization process.
| Cycle Type | Cycle Temperature | Minimum Cycle Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pre Vacuum | 134°C (273°F) | 3 minutes |
| Pre Vacuum | 132°C (270°F) | 4 minutes |
| Immediate Use Pre Vacuum | 132°C (270°F) | 3 minutes |
| Gravity | 121°C (250°F) | 30 minutes |
9. Additional Information
- Not made with natural rubber latex.
- This is a reusable product.
10. Covered Products
This IFU applies to all SurgiSafe Flat Handle Brushes: green rigid, blue extra rigid, yellow flexible, and red extra flexible.
11. Contact
Questions on this IFU or survey documentation: process@surgisite.co · (770) 895-7050. Additional IFUs: SurgiSafe Instructions for Use.
process@surgisite.co · (770) 895-7050
Reusable · Latex-Free