Care And Maintenance; The Hip™ Cleaning Solution - SciCan HYDRIM M2 G4 Manual Del Operador

7. Care and Maintenance

7.1 The HIP™ Cleaning Solution
Guidance for the safe handling and changing of HIP™ solution in SciCan HYDRIM
washers and washer-disinfectors.
HIP™ solution is used in dilute form as a detergent for the cleaning of surgical
instruments in the HYDRIM range of washers and washer disinfectors.
It is a colourless and almost odourless liquid which is completely soluble in water
The ph range is between 9.3 – 9.8 and the solution is therefore mildly alkaline. It is
therefore advised that certain precautionary measures are observed when handling
during the loading of the solution into the machine, and when removing and disposing
of the empty container.
Recommended precautionary measures with regard to safe
handling of HIP™ solution.
• Always wear undamaged gloves made of Natural or butyl rubber, nitrile, or neoprene.
(Surgical gloves are ideal).
• Always wear eye protection.
• Protect exposed skin on arms.
• If solution is spilled on clothing, remove the item of clothing and treat the affected
area of skin in the contact area in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheet
requirements, (available on SciCan's website: http://www.scican.com)
• Use good industrial hygiene practices in handling this material. When handling, do not
eat or drink.
• After handling the product, remove and dispose of gloves and wash hands prior to
removing eye protection.
• Do not use personal protective equipment used for clinical activities when handling
HIP™ products.
• Always ensure that personal protective equipment, if contaminated with HIP™
solution, is cleaned, or disposed of as appropriate.
For comprehensive data on HIP™ solution, and for your COSHH / OSHA
records, please visit SciCan.com to view or download a PDF of the
Material Safety Data Sheet.
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