gigasept® PAA
Our Plus
- Aldehyde-free
- Ready to use
- Effective against bacteria, fungi, viruses, spores
- Prevention of biofilm
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Fields of Application
Manual or semi-automated disinfection/processing of pre-cleaned flexible endoscopes, ophthalmological equipment, surgical instruments made of stainless steel and heat sensitive medical devices.
Instructions for use
gigasept® PAA is a ready to use product. gigasept® PAA is active immediately and stable over 7 days or 50 cycles of disinfection. The peracetic acid (PAA) concentration in solution can be tested using gigasept® PAA test strips.
Always ensure the pre-cleaning of the endoscope and medical instruments and a complete wetting of the surfaces.
Immerse hollow objects in such a way that air escapes completely from the lumen.
After the necessary contact time rinse carefully with sterile or filtered water before re-use. Do not exceed the recommended contact time.
A located ventilation over the bath is recommended. Cover the bath of gigasept® PAA as often as possible.
Do not dilute gigasept® PAA. Do not mix with other products (cleaner, disinfectants, etc.), particularly with aldehydes or derivates of halogens (e.g. glutaral, sodium hypochlorite, etc.). Do not use after expiry date.
Microbiological efficacy
| Efficacy | Concentration | Contact time |
|---|---|---|
| bactericidal EN13727, EN14561 - clean conditions | ready-to-use | 5 min. |
| mycobactericidal EN14348, EN14563 - clean conditions | ready-to-use | 5 min. |
| yeasticidal EN13624, EN14562 - clean conditions | ready-to-use | 5 min. |
| fungicidal EN13624, EN14562 - clean conditions | ready-to-use | 5 min. |
| virucidal EN14476, EN17111 - clean conditions | ready-to-use | 5 min. |
| sporicidal EN17126 - clean conditions | ready-to-use | 5 min. |
| Clostridium difficile EN17126 - clean conditions | ready-to-use | 5 min. |
Product data
Composition:
100g of gigasept® PAA contains: 0,1 g Peracetic acid
Other ingredients: corrosion inhibitors, surfactants, stabilising agents, excipient
Special advice
Safety:
WARNING - irritant product- always refer to the product label and the Safety Data Sheet before use.
gigasept® PAA is not classified as a dangerous formulation by ingestion (Test OECD 401) or irritation to skin (OECD 404).
gigasept® PAA does not generate toxic vapour - the average exposure limit of the ingredients is respected.
gigasept® PAA is not sensitising (Test OECD 406). Gloves must be worn when handling disinfectants not intended for the skin.
Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to this device should be reported to Bioxal and your competent authority.
Compatibility:
gigasept® PAA can be used in semi-automated endoscope reprocessors that are compatible with peracetic acid. Please check the compatibility of endoscope and reprocessors with paracetic acid.
Incompatible materials: iron, toolsteel, aluminium, platinium, nickel -/ chromeplated or non ferrous metal alloys parts (e.g. cooper and brass).
Compatible materials: (limited to the maximum contact time; obligatory rinse after contact) polycarbonate, polyurethane, silicone, polysulfone, polyamide, polyester, polystyrene.
Storage and disposal:
Store and use only in a well ventilated place. Store at ambient temperature in the original canister. Always close canister tightly after removal of product. Canister with venting cap. Do not keep the venting cap sealed. Store in upright position only. Protect from heat and sunlight. Do not store with alkaline products. Never return used product into the original canister. Do not reuse empty container. Dispose of the product including packaging as hazardous waste in compliance with local and national regulations.
Information for order
| Item | Delivery form | Item no. |
|---|---|---|
| gigasept® PAA 5 L | 2/Carton | 195751 |
Environmental information
schülke manufactures products economically and with advanced, safe and environmentally friendly production processes while at the same time maintaining out high quality standards.
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