SteriTec CI 115 User manual

I have reviewed the provided instructions for the SteriTec Cross-Checks HP chemical process indicator strips CI 115. This document describes how to confirm exposure to hydrogen peroxide during sterilization by observing the change in color of the check marks from purple to pink. I am ready to answer any questions you have about using this product.
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Cross-Checks HP

CI 115

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

DF-125-1 Rev. K

SteriTec Products Mfg. Co., Inc.

Member of the Getinge Group

74 Inverness Drive East

Englewood, CO 80112 USA

www.getinge.com/steritec

Indications for Use

The Cross-Checks HP chemical process indicator strips give visible conﬁrmation that the item has

been exposed to hydrogen peroxide during processing in a hydrogen peroxide sterilizer. Cross-Checks

HP chemical indicator strips will change from purple to a shade of pink following exposure to hydrogen

peroxide.

Color Change

During proper hydrogen peroxide sterilization, the check marks change from purple to pink.

Instructions for Use

1. Place a Cross-Check HP strip in each pack, peel pouch, or tray to be processed in a hydrogen

peroxide sterilizer.

2. Process the load according to the sterilizer manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Following processing, visually verify the check marks have changed color from purple to a shade

of pink.

4. If the check marks are still purple, the item was not exposed to hydrogen peroxide during the

plasma cycle.

Safety Precautions

• If there is any doubt about sterility of item, it must be considered NOT sterile

• Do not use any indicators if the check marks are not purple in color prior to exposure to a hydrogen

peroxide process

Storage

• Store at normal room temperature 10°- 38°C and 10-90% R.H.

• Keep unexposed indicator strips in the sealed bag provided away from strong oxidizing agents

Expiry Date

The expiry date is printed on the product packaging. Do not use aer expiration date listed on the

packaging.

LOT Number

A unique identiﬁcation code, LOT , is printed on each test strip and packaging labels.

Interfering Substances or Conditions

Do not store near strong oxidizing agents such as chlorine bleach, hydrogen peroxide, or peracetic acid.

Release of Toxic Substances

The indicator releases no known toxic substances in suﬃcient quantities to cause either a health hazard,

or a hazard to the intended properties of the product being sterilized before, during or aer the sterilization

process.