Euronda Autoclave Bowie & Dick Test (Box of 10) | ★★★★★★★★★★75 Notes

Presentation

Visit Bowie & Dick test for Euronda autoclave guarantees a sterilization effective, essential for the safety of patients and practitioners. Compliant with the standard EN 13060, it checks the evacuation of air and the penetration of steam in porous loads such as bandanas or blouses.

Technical specifications

• Check the effectiveness of the preliminary vacuum.
• Evaluates steam penetration into cavities.
• Controls the temperature and pressure of saturated steam.
• Uses a heat-sensitive sheet that changes color uniformly upon successful sterilization.

Instructions for use

• Perform a Vacuum test to check the vacuum.
• Place the Bowie & Dick test in the center of the lower plateau, without other instruments.
• Start a sterilization cycle at 134°C, 2.1 atm, for 3'30".
• Check the uniform color change of the heat-sensitive sheet.
• Compare the results with the interpretative support provided.

Interpretation and recommendations

• Uniform color change: sterilization successful.
• Non-uniform change: fail, repeat test.
• In case of repeated failure, put theautoclave out of service for investigation.
• Perform the test after repairs, prolonged inactivity, or before sterilization of porous loads.
• Packaging: box of 10 units.