Equipment
Cleaning & Care
Equipment surfaces
and upholstery discoloration, cracking, sloughing and drying from
the use of surface disinfectants is probably the most discussed area
of equipment problems today. The very nature of equipment surfaces
and upholstery materials is contrary to the application of harsh chemicals.
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Barrier Technique
The first choice in the protection of dental equipment should
be the use of disposable barrier products. The repeat use of
disinfectant on equipment surfaces without the constant removal
of the solution residue will eventually cause some damage to
equipment surfaces. |
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Chemical Disinfecting
Because there are hundreds of cleaners, conditioners and disinfectants
available, it is impossible for manufacturers to test them all.
The manufacturer of the cleaner or disinfectant to be used should
be contacted for them to state whether or not the disinfectant
will damage equipment surfaces including upholstery.
A solution of mild non-ionic detergent and water is recommended
for routine surface cleaning. Never use abrasives. |
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Unacceptable Disinfectants
The following chemicals may damage equipment and upholstery:
• Alcohol based solutions
• Acetone
• Bleach
• Phenol
• Foam spray products |
The Summit Dental
Systems warranty does not cover damage to
equipment and upholstery caused by cleaning and disinfectant solutions.
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