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Will Spec Clean™ Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent harm my instruments?

No, it is a pH neutral enzymatic detergent safe to use on all instrumentation including lensed and lumened instrumentation. Spec Clean Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent also includes an anti-corrosive system to prevent damage to metallic surfaces during the decontamination process. When using this product as a pre-soak or holding solution, it is not recommended to…

Spec Clean™ Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent is not foaming. Is this OK?

Yes, it Spec Clean Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent formulated to be a non-foaming detergent, so it can be used in both manual and automated processes such as endoscope reprocessors, ultrasonic units, and automated instrument washers.

Is Spec Clean™ Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent suitable for use as an evacuation line cleaner?

Yes! It may be used to flush and clean medical surgical suction units and dental unit evacuation lines. Specific enzymes in the formula digest complex biofilm found inside suction lines and reduce odors. Spec Clean Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent is non-foaming to protect pumps, and is neutral pH, recommended for amalgam separator systems, plastics and…

Can we prepare the flushing solution prior to the procedure in the room?

Yes. Use freshly prepared Spec Clean™ Endoscope Sponge within 12 hours.

Can I use room temperature tap water to hydrate the sponge?

Yes! sponges with Spec Clean™ Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent have validated performance for enzymatic action at room temperature. Tap water is appropriate for this stage of precleaning. A better quality of water may be required for the final rinse.

We recently installed a special amalgam separator filter cartridge for our evacuation lines. Can we continue to use Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner with this product?

Neutral pH enzyme based line cleaners are recommended by most amalgam separator manufacturers. Spec Clean™ Quad Enzymatic Instrument Detergent four enzyme non-foaming detergent is neutral pH and the best alternative to Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner for amalgam separator systems or any application when neutral pH cleaners are recommended.