Tips for choosing and using an autoclave for manicure tools

Every self-respecting manicurist should have all the necessary tools, including an autoclave. However, not many people know how to choose this unit and how to use it correctly.

Manicure autoclave is designed for complete disinfection and disinfection of manicure devices.

In general, the autoclave is divided into three main types.

1. Ball sterilizer. Convenient device with a deep capacity in which sand is poured. The device itself is small, making it very convenient to carry, and it does not take up much space.
2. UV. Unreliable apparatus, since ultraviolet radiation is not able to kill many dangerous microorganisms. If we process tools in such a machine, then as a secondary processing.
3. Ultrasonic. It is considered the safest tool, since it uses a special solution that penetrates all the secluded corners of the sterilized instruments.

You can use the device for processing the following items:

• medical devices;
• surgical instruments;
• manicure tools;
• dental appliances;
• various containers and other containers;
• tools for all kinds of operations.

The autoclave itself is a closed metal box in which the tools are processed at extremely high temperatures, namely at 1000-1500 degrees. As a rule, this unit is made of durable metal, which makes it reliable and durable. Depending on the company, the autoclave may be portable.

To select the necessary device, the first thing you need to understand is why it will be needed. Having determined all the desired functions of the autoclave, it will be much easier to choose it.

Before you buy a product, you need to consult with the seller, finding out where you can install this device, what is the optimum temperature. It is also important to consider that all instruments in the chamber must be laid in a very thin layer. There are smart cars that have automatic devices. As a rule, they themselves set the optimum temperature and finish the sterilization process themselves. However, it is easy to guess that the price of such a product will be significantly higher than the rest.

The following devices are most popular:

• IRISK Professional ABC;
• Germix;
• Jessnail JN9007.

For proper handling You need to know the following rules.

1. Before you begin to sterilize devices, you must prepare them - for this they should be soaked in a special disinfectant solution for 1-2 hours.
2. After the disinfecting procedure is carried out, the instruments should be cleaned of skin, nails and other particles that interfere with the work. This should be done with a small brush. After the tools have been cleaned of skin and nails, they should be thoroughly washed under running cold water.
3. Now all devices must be thoroughly dried with a paper towel, now they are ready for sterilization in an autoclave.
4. So, having cleared the manicure accessories from the excess, you can proceed directly to working with the autoclave. All tools must be assembled and placed in the device's capacity and set the temperature acceptable for the devices. Processing should last at least one hour, only then you can be sure that all the microbes have been destroyed.

We must not forget about the safety rules when working with such a machine.

1. The most important thing to remember is that when working with any equipment, you should read the instructions intended for it.
2. To avoid overheating, install the device in a safe place, which is usually indicated in the instructions.
3. We must not forget that after processing the tools are very hot, so you should never take them with your bare hands. However, there are autoclaves in which automatic cooling is present, which makes operation easier.
4. In no case should you try to repair the device yourself in case of breakage or malfunction.
5. In general, it is important to comply with all operating rules and regularly monitor the status of the device.

You will learn more about the sterilization process of manicure tools in the autoclave from the video below.