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| Item Number: | PVACB-1 |
| Packaging: | cs |
| Manufacturer: | Certol International |
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ProEZ AW Quad is a premium non-foaming neutral pH, multienzymatic detergent. Cleaning action is enhanced by a full range of enzymes needed to dissolve complex soils found on surgical instruments: protease acts on proteins, amylase acts on carbohydrates, lipase acts on fats, and cellulase acts on the indigestible fiber and biofilm in human soils. Enzyme action is enhanced by penetrating agents, chelating agents to improve cleaning action in hard water and a system of anti-corrosive agents. ProEZ AW Quad is indicated for the most challenging gastrointestinal and orthopedic soils.
It is effective starting at a dilution ratio as low as 1/4 ounce per gallon of water. Use the recommendations of automated instrument washer manufacturers as a starting point. Washer sterilizers and European manufactured washers with low water pressure spray arms may require higher percentages of detergent per cycle than high impingement washers with strong spray action. Water quality is also a key factor in determining the appropriate dilution. "Hard" water inhibits cleaning by consuming some of the chemical action of detergents. Water is rated as "hard" (i.e. higher concentrations of calcium carbonate and other minerals) at 251 ppm or higher. Water rated as "hard" will require higher concentrations of detergents to yield effective results. Water quality information is usually available from the local water department.
ProEZ AW Quad is a uniquely formulated multi-enzymatic detergent with expanded temperature capabilities.
Store concentrated product according to label recommendations, avoiding proximity to heat generating equipment and continuous storage conditions of 86°F (27°C) or higher. Note: Blood soils should be rinsed off instruments using cool water below 90°F (32°C) before using processes or cleaning equipment operating at 120°F (49°C) or higher. High heat will coagulate and fixate blood to instruments and prevent full cleaning.
It should be discarded after each use.
Enzymes are an organic protein-based material. Once mixed with water, they will slowly begin to spoil just as milk or meat would if left out too long. The solution will begin to smell foul, usually within a day. Enzymes break down as they digest soils. If instruments are highly contaminated, the additional soils and depleted enzymes will both contribute to unpleasant odors.
No, it is a pH neutral enzymatic detergent safe to use on all instrumentation including lensed and lumened instrumentation. ProEZ AW Quad 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 soak metallic items over two hours. If soiled instruments must be held overnight, use ProEZ foam™ ready to use pre-cleaning enzyme detergent spray.
There are two reasons: to mask the smell of the enzymes themselves (they have a musky odor); and to mask the smell of organic load (i.e. blood, tissue, GI tract soils) introduced into the solution.
Yes, it is formulated to be nonfoaming so it can be used in both manual and automated processes such as endoscope reprocessors, ultrasonic units, and automated instrument washers.
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. The formula is non-foaming to protect pumps, and is neutral pH, recommended for amalgam separator systems, plastics and acrylics.
