Riverside Bowie Dick Test Pack (Pack of 10)

Description

RIVERSIDE Bowie Dick Test Pack (Pack of 10) is a specialized product designed for the daily monitoring of pre-vacuum steam sterilizers, ensuring reliable sterilization processes. These test packs are essential for validating the performance of sterilizers, specifically in detecting issues related to air removal and steam penetration. They effectively identify potential problems such as inadequate air removal, air leaks, vacuum pump failures, the presence of non-condensable gases, high temperature, steam penetration failures, and wet steam issues.

The test packs operate under strict conditions, compatible with sterilization cycles at 134°C for 3.5 minutes or 121°C for 15 minutes. The indicator within the test pack is classified as Class 2 according to the ISO 11140-1 standard, confirming its specialized use for process control rather than sterilization of medical devices. The test provides immediate visual evidence, with the color change in the sheet located at the center of the packaging indicating whether the required sterilization parameters have been successfully met.

While the product fulfills ISO 11140-4 performance requirements, it is not considered a medical device under the EC-directive 93/42/EEC, and therefore, does not require CE marking. This pack contains 10 Bowie Dick Test Packs, ensuring consistent and reliable monitoring.

Key Features

• Daily Monitoring: Essential for routine checks of pre-vacuum steam sterilizers.
• Performance Validation: Ensures effective air removal and steam penetration.
• Indicator Classification: Class 2, according to ISO 11140-1, for accurate performance assessment.
• Operating Conditions: Compatible with sterilization cycles of 134°C for 3.5 minutes or 121°C for 15 minutes.
• Immediate Visual Feedback: Color change in the central sheet provides instant results.
• Compliance: Meets ISO 11140-4 standards for performance.
• Pack Size: Includes 10 test packs for consistent testing over multiple days.

Specifications

• Sterilizer Type: Pre-vacuum steam sterilizers
• Operating Conditions: 134°C for 3.5 minutes or 121°C for 15 minutes
• Indicator Classification: Class 2 (ISO 11140-1)
• ISO Compliance: ISO 11140-4
• Visual Indicator: Central sheet color change

Packaging

• 1 x Bowie Dick Test Pack (pack of 10)

Directions for Use

Preparation:

• Ensure the pre-vacuum steam sterilizer is empty and clean before starting the test.
• Select one RIVERSIDE Bowie Dick Test Pack from the pack of 10.

Placement:

• Place the test pack in the sterilizer chamber on an empty shelf, ideally at the bottom, close to the drain, as this is where air removal is most challenging.

Sterilization Cycle:

• Set the sterilizer to the appropriate cycle:
  • • 134°C for 3.5 minutes or
    • 121°C for 15 minutes.
• Start the cycle and allow it to complete.

Inspection:

• After the cycle finishes, carefully remove the test pack from the sterilizer.
• Open the pack to retrieve the central indicator sheet.

Evaluation:

• Examine the color change on the indicator sheet.
• A uniform color change across the sheet indicates successful air removal and steam penetration.
• If the color change is uneven or incomplete, it may indicate issues such as air leaks, inadequate air removal, or steam penetration problems.

Record Results:

• Document the results according to your facility’s protocol.
• If the test fails, investigate and address potential issues with the sterilizer before using it for sterilizing instruments.

Repeat Daily:

• Perform this test at least once daily to ensure the sterilizer’s reliability and efficiency.

Additional Information

• Manufacturer: Riverside
• Country of Origin: India

Warranty & Service

• Warranty is not applicable for this product