The manual introduces the operation methods of V. Mueller Genesis reusable rigid sterilization container system.
The Genesis reusable rigid sterilization container system is designed to enclose medical devices for sterilization and to maintain sterility until use. It includes baskets and accessories to organize and secure instruments during sterilization, transport, and storage.
The manual details proper cleaning with enzymatic/neutral pH detergent, warns against abrasive cleaners and ultrasonic washing, and outlines recommended sterilization cycle parameters for pre‑vacuum steam, ethylene oxide, and STERRAD modalities. It also provides safety cautions, cooling procedures, and a preventative maintenance checklist.
| Pre‑vacuum steam exposure temperature | 270°F (132°C) |
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| Pre‑vacuum steam exposure time | 4 minutes |
| Maximum total weight (pre‑vacuum steam) | 25 Ibs (11.36 kg) |
| EO sterilant concentration | 100% EO, 725 mg/L |
It is a device intended to enclose another medical device for sterilization and to maintain sterility of the enclosed device until it is used.