JP2016135190A - Endoscope reprocessor - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an endoscope reprocessor, capable of shortening time required for performing re-processing to an endoscope, when re-processing to an attachment is not required, in the endoscope reprocessor.SOLUTION: An endoscope reprocessor of the invention comprises: a first fluid introduction part for introducing a fluid to inside of an endoscope; an attachment case; a detection part for detecting whether or not the attachment is disposed in the attachment case; a second fluid introduction part for introducing a fluid to inside of the attachment case; a fluid feeding part for feeding the fluid; a switch part for controlling a flow rate of at least the fluid entering the second fluid introduction part, out of the fluid fed from the fluid feeding part; and a control part which is connected to the detection part and the switch part, when the detection part detects that the attachment is disposed in the attachment case, controlling the switch part so as to introduce the fluid to inside of the attachment case, for a predetermined period.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

  The present invention relates to an endoscope reprocessor that has an accessory case that accommodates an accessory removed from an endoscope and reprocesses the accessory together with the endoscope.

  Endoscopes used in the medical field are subjected to reprocessing using fluids such as cleaning liquid, disinfecting liquid and air after use. For example, an endoscope reprocessor as disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2011-206156 is known as an apparatus that automatically performs reprocessing using a fluid on an endoscope.

  An endoscope reprocessor disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2011-206156 includes an accessory case that accommodates accessories such as a suction button and an air / water supply button that are removed from the endoscope after use, and an accessory. The reprocessing fluid is introduced into the case, and the reprocessing using the fluid is applied to the accessory as well as the endoscope.

JP 2011-206156 A

  In a conventional endoscope reprocessor, even when no accessory is accommodated in the accessory case, a step of introducing a reprocessing fluid into the accessory case is executed. Also, in the conventional endoscope reprocessor, the same pump and air compressor are used for introducing fluid into the endoscope duct and the like and for introducing fluid into the accessory case. The destination of the fluid is changed by switching the flow path. In the conventional endoscope reprocessor having such a configuration, the step of introducing the fluid into the endoscope and the step of introducing the fluid into the accessory case cannot be performed at the same time. If a process of introducing a fluid into the accessory case is performed when no accessory is accommodated in the accessory case, useless time is generated.

  The present invention solves the above-described problems, and in an endoscope reprocessor, when it is not necessary to reprocess an accessory, the time required for performing reprocessing on the endoscope is reduced. The purpose is to shorten.

  An endoscope reprocessor according to an aspect of the present invention includes: a first fluid introduction unit that communicates with an interior of an endoscope to introduce a fluid into the endoscope; and an accessory that is removed from the endoscope. An accessory case to be accommodated, a detection unit for detecting whether or not the accessory is arranged in the accessory case, and a fluid in the accessory case in communication with the accessory case. The second fluid introduction part to be introduced, the fluid delivery part to deliver fluid, the fluid delivery part, the first fluid introduction part and the second fluid introduction part are connected to each other and delivered from the fluid delivery part A switching unit that guides the fluid to the first fluid introduction unit and the second fluid introduction unit and controls the flow rate of the fluid flowing into at least the second fluid introduction unit out of the fluid delivered from the fluid delivery unit. And connected to the detection unit and the switching unit And when the detection unit detects that the accessory is disposed inside the accessory case, the switching unit is controlled to introduce a fluid into the accessory case for a predetermined time. And a control unit.

  ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, when the reprocessing to an accessory is unnecessary in an endoscope reprocessor, the time required to perform a reprocess with respect to an endoscope can be shortened.

It is a figure which shows the schematic structure of an endoscope reprocessor. It is a figure which shows the detail of a structure of an accessory case, a switching part, and a detection part. It is a flowchart of a fluid delivery process.

  Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the drawings used for the following description, the scale of each component is made different in order to make each component recognizable on the drawing. It is not limited only to the quantity of the component described in (1), the shape of the component, the ratio of the size of the component, and the relative positional relationship of each component.

  Hereinafter, an example of an embodiment of the present invention will be described. The endoscope reprocessor 1 is a device that performs reprocessing using a fluid such as a cleaning liquid, a disinfecting liquid, and air on at least one of an endoscope and an accessory of the endoscope.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the endoscope reprocessor 1 includes a control unit 2, a power supply device 3, a processing tank 4, a first fluid introduction unit 5, a second fluid introduction unit 6, an accessory case 7, a detection unit 8, A fluid delivery unit 10 and a switching unit 13 are included.

  The control unit 2 is a device that controls the operation of each component described later of the endoscope reprocessor 1 based on a predetermined program, and includes, for example, an arithmetic device, a storage device, an auxiliary storage device, an input / output device, and the like. Computer configured. The control of the control unit 2 will be described later.

  The power supply device 3 supplies power to the control unit 2 and other components of the endoscope reprocessor 1. The power supply device 3 may be configured to supply electric power obtained from the outside such as a commercial power supply to each component, or may be configured such that a power source itself such as a primary battery, a secondary battery, or a power generation device generates power. Good.

  The processing tank 4 is a concave member having an opening that opens upward, and an endoscope 50 and an accessory case 7 to be described later can be disposed therein. The processing tank 4 is configured to be able to store a liquid therein.

  A lid member 4 a that opens and closes the opening is provided on the top of the processing tank 4. A circulation port 4b and a drainage port 4c are provided in the lower part of the processing tank 4. The circulation port 4 b and the drainage port 4 c are openings that open at the bottom surface of the treatment tank 4 or in the vicinity of the bottom surface. The circulation port 4b communicates with a circulation line 24 described later.

  The drainage port 4 c communicates with the drainage conduit 29. The drainage pipe 29 is provided with a drainage valve 30 that opens and closes the drainage pipe 29. Although not shown, the drain valve 30 is connected to the control unit 2. By opening the drain valve 30, the liquid in the processing tank 4 is discharged to the outside of the endoscope reprocessor 1 through the drain port 4 c and the drain line 29.

  In addition, a treatment liquid introduction nozzle 4d, a circulation nozzle 4e, a first fluid introduction part 5 and a second fluid introduction part 6 are provided inside the treatment tank 4.

  The processing liquid introduction nozzle 4 d communicates with the processing liquid storage unit 20 that stores the processing liquid that is a liquid via the processing liquid pipe 21. The processing liquid pipe 21 is provided with a processing liquid pump 22 that transfers the processing liquid from the processing liquid reservoir 20 toward the processing liquid introduction nozzle 4d. Although not shown, the processing liquid pump 22 is connected to the control unit 2. By operating the processing liquid pump 22, the processing liquid in the processing liquid storage unit 20 is discharged from the processing liquid introduction nozzle 4 d and introduced into the processing tank 4.

  The configuration including the combination of the processing liquid introduction nozzle 4d, the processing liquid storage section 20, the processing liquid pipe 21, and the processing liquid pump 22 is arranged according to the number of types of processing liquid used for reprocessing. For example, when two types of processing liquids, a cleaning liquid and a disinfecting liquid, are used for reprocessing, the endoscope reprocessor 1 uses a combination of the processing liquid storage unit 20, the processing liquid pipe 21, and the processing liquid pump 22 as a cleaning liquid. Two for use and one for disinfectant.

  The circulation nozzle 4 e communicates with the circulation port 4 b via the circulation line 24. A three-way valve 26 is disposed between the circulation nozzle 4e and the circulation pipe 24. One end of a water introduction conduit 27 is connected to the three-way valve 26.

  Although not shown, the three-way valve 26 is connected to the control unit 2. The three-way valve 26 can be switched between a state in which the circulation nozzle 4 e and the circulation pipe line 24 are communicated with each other and a state in which the circulation nozzle 4 e and the water introduction pipe line 27 are communicated with each other.

  The other end of the water introduction conduit 27 is connected to the water introduction valve 28. The water introduction valve 28 communicates with a water tap 40 that discharges liquid tap water via a hose 41. Although not shown, the water introduction valve 28 is connected to the control unit 2. When the water introduction valve 28 is in an open state and the three-way valve 26 is in a state in which the circulation nozzle 4e and the water introduction pipe line 27 are in communication with each other, tap water is discharged from the circulation nozzle 4e and introduced into the treatment tank 4. The

  A circulation pump 25 is provided in the circulation line 24. Although not shown, the circulation pump 25 is connected to the control unit 2. By setting the three-way valve 26 in a state where the circulation line 24 and the circulation nozzle 4e are in communication and operating the circulation pump 25, the liquid in the treatment tank 4 is sucked out from the circulation port 4b and then the circulation line 24 And it returns in the processing tank 4 via the circulation nozzle 4e. That is, the operation of the circulation pump 25 generates a liquid flow that circulates through the treatment tank 4 and the circulation pipe 24.

  The first fluid introduction unit 5 is a part that communicates with the inside of the endoscope 50 and introduces a fluid used for reprocessing such as a treatment liquid and tap water and air into the endoscope 50. The fluid is delivered from a fluid delivery unit 10 described later. The inside of the endoscope 50 is a conduit provided in the endoscope 50, for example.

  In the present embodiment, as an example, the first fluid introduction unit 5 communicates with the inside of the endoscope 50 via the connection tube 51. One end of the connection tube 51 is detachable from the endoscope 50, and the other end is detachable from the first fluid introduction part 5. Note that the first fluid introduction unit 5 may be configured to be directly connected to the inside of the endoscope 50 without the connection tube 51.

  The second fluid introduction part 6 is a part that communicates with the interior of an accessory case 7 to be described later, and introduces a fluid used for reprocessing such as a liquid such as treatment liquid and tap water and air into the accessory case 7. . The fluid is delivered from a fluid delivery unit 10 described later.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the accessory case 7 has a space for accommodating the accessory 52 removed from the endoscope 50 inside. The accessory 52 is, for example, a suction button, an air / water supply button, a forceps plug, or the like. The accessory case 7 is provided with an opening 7 a for taking in and out the accessory 52 inside, and a connection port 7 b for communicating the inside with the first fluid introduction part 5. A lid 7c can be attached to the opening 7a. The lid 7c has an opening through which the accessory 52 disposed inside the accessory case 7 is prevented from slipping out and the fluid passes through. The fluid introduced into the accessory case 7 from the second fluid introduction part 6 agitates the accessory 52 in the accessory case 7, and then flows out into the treatment tank 4 through the lid 7 c. The accessory case 7 may be fixed to the second fluid introduction part 6 or may be detachable from the second fluid introduction part 6.

  In the illustrated embodiment, the accessory case 7 is a bowl-shaped container, and a mesh-like lid 7c is attached to the opening 7a. The connection port 7 b is provided at the bottom of the accessory case 7. Note that the shape of the accessory case 7 and the arrangement positions of the opening 7a and the connection port 7b are not limited to the present embodiment.

  The detection unit 8 detects whether or not the accessory 52 is disposed inside the accessory case 7 communicating with the second fluid introduction unit 6. The detection unit 8 is connected to the control unit 2, and information on the detection result by the detection unit 8 is input to the control unit 2.

  The configuration of the detection unit 8 is not particularly limited as long as the presence / absence of the accessory 52 can be detected. For example, the detection unit 8 is configured by a proximity sensor. The proximity sensor includes, for example, a transmitter that transmits electromagnetic waves such as visible light and infrared light into the accessory case 7 and a receiver that detects the electromagnetic waves transmitted from the transmitter, and includes an accessory 52 in the receiver. There is known an electromagnetic sensor form called a so-called photosensor that detects the presence or absence of the accessory 52 based on a change in received intensity due to reflection or shielding of the electromagnetic wave.

  In the present embodiment, as an example, the detection unit 8 includes an electromagnetic wave sensor. The accessory case 7 is provided with a window portion 7d for transmitting electromagnetic waves transmitted and received by the electromagnetic wave sensor. The window portion 7d may be a through hole, or may be a hole closed with a material that transmits electromagnetic waves transmitted and received by an electromagnetic wave sensor such as a transparent material.

  In other words, the detection unit 8 is arranged at a position for transmitting and receiving electromagnetic waves from the outside of the accessory case 7 through the window 7d in a state where the accessory case 7 is communicated with the second fluid introduction unit 6 in the processing tank 4. ing. In addition, the whole accessory case 7 may be comprised with the material which permeate | transmits the electromagnetic waves which an electromagnetic wave sensor transmits / receives, such as a transparent material, for example.

  The proximity sensor included in the detection unit 8 may have other forms such as a form for transmitting and receiving ultrasonic waves and a form for detecting a change in capacitance. Further, when a magnetic material is embedded in the accessory 52, the proximity sensor included in the detection unit 8 may be configured to detect a change in the magnetic field.

  The detection unit 8 includes, for example, a camera that captures the inside of the accessory case 7 and an image processing device that processes an image captured by the camera, and detects the presence or absence of the accessory 52 by image recognition. There may be. Further, when the accessory 52 includes an RFID tag, the detection unit 8 may include an RFID reader and detect the presence or absence of the accessory 52 based on whether communication with the RFID tag is possible. .

  The fluid delivery unit 10 is a part that delivers fluid to the delivery conduit 10c. The delivery line 10c communicates the switching unit 13 and the fluid delivery unit 10 described later. The type of fluid delivered by the fluid delivery unit 10 is not particularly limited, and the fluid may be a liquid, a gas, or a mixture of liquid and gas. . Further, the number of types of fluid delivered by the fluid delivery unit 10 may be one or more.

  Moreover, the form of supply of the fluid to the fluid delivery part 10 is not specifically limited. The fluid delivered by the fluid delivery unit 10 may be supplied from the outside of the endoscope reprocessor 1 such as ambient air or tap water, or the inside of the treatment tank 4 or the treatment liquid storage unit 20 or the like. It may be stored in the endoscope reprocessor 1.

  In the present embodiment, as an example, the fluid delivery unit 10 includes a liquid feed pump 10a and an air compressor 10b. The liquid feed pump 10a is provided in the branch conduit 10d. The branch conduit 10d communicates the section from the circulation port 4b of the circulation conduit 24 to the circulation pump 25 and one end of the delivery conduit 10c. Although not shown, the liquid feed pump 10 a is connected to the control unit 2. By operating the liquid feed pump 10a, the liquid stored in the processing tank 4 is sent into the delivery pipe line 10c via the circulation port 4b, the circulation pipe line 24, and the branch pipe line 10d. In the present embodiment, the liquid stored in the processing tank 4 is, for example, tap water or processing liquid.

  The air compressor 10b is provided in the intake pipe line 10e. The intake pipe 10e has one end opened to the atmosphere and the other end connected to the delivery pipe 10c. Although not shown, the air compressor 10 b is connected to the control unit 2. By operating the air compressor 10b, air is sent into the delivery line 10c via the intake line 10e. The fluid delivery unit 10 may have a configuration for delivering an aqueous alcohol solution to the delivery line 10c.

  In addition, although the fluid delivery part 10 of this embodiment is provided with the liquid feeding pump 10a and the air compressor 10b which are the structures which deliver a fluid by predetermined | prescribed pressure, fluid is the predetermined | prescribed pressure from the exterior of the endoscope reprocessor 1. When supplied, the fluid delivery unit 10 may not have a configuration for delivering these fluids at a predetermined pressure. In this case, the fluid delivery unit 10 includes a valve mechanism that controls the inflow of fluid supplied at a predetermined pressure from the outside into the delivery conduit 10c.

  The switching unit 13 is connected to the fluid delivery unit 10, the first fluid introduction unit 5, and the second fluid introduction unit 6, and determines the inflow amount of the fluid delivered from the fluid delivery unit 10 into the second fluid introduction unit 6. Control. The switching unit 13 is connected to the control unit 2 and operates based on a command signal output from the control unit 2.

  Examples of the arrangement position of the switching unit 13 include the first pipeline 11, the second pipeline 12, or a portion where the first pipeline 11 and the second pipeline 12 intersect. The switch part 13 may be arrange | positioned in one place among these, may be arrange | positioned over several places, and there may exist two or more switch parts 13 and may be arrange | positioned in several places, respectively. .

  For example, when the switching unit 13 is disposed in the first pipeline 11 or the second pipeline 12, an on-off valve that switches between opening and closing of the pipeline can be used as the switching unit 13. In addition, for example, when the switching unit 13 is disposed at a portion where the first pipeline 11 and the second pipeline 12 intersect, a three-way valve that switches the fluid flow path can be used as the switching unit 13.

  The switching unit 13 is not particularly limited as long as the switching unit 13 is configured to control the flow rate of the fluid flowing into the second fluid introduction unit 6. In the present embodiment, as an example, the switching unit 13 has two states: a state in which fluid flows into the second fluid introduction unit 6 from the fluid delivery unit 10 and a state in which the inflow of fluid into the second fluid introduction unit 6 is blocked. Switch between two states. In addition, when the switching unit 13 is in a state of allowing fluid to flow from the fluid delivery unit 10 to the second fluid introduction unit 6, the fluid may flow into the first fluid introduction unit 5 or may be blocked. May be.

  The control of the flow rate here may be a control of whether or not the fluid is introduced into the second fluid introduction unit 6 or the amount of the fluid introduced into the second fluid introduction unit 6 may be increased from a minimum value to a maximum value. Any of the control to change to the value may be used. The minimum value is, for example, zero introduction amount.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 2, the switching unit 13 of the present embodiment includes a first pipeline 11 that communicates the first fluid introduction unit 5 and the delivery pipeline 10 c of the fluid delivery unit 10, and a second pipeline. A second conduit 12 communicating the fluid introduction part 6 and the delivery conduit 10c of the fluid delivery part 10, an electromagnetic on-off valve 13a for opening and closing the first conduit 11, and a relief valve provided in the second conduit 12 13b. The electromagnetic on-off valve 13 a is connected to the control unit 2 and operates based on a command signal output from the control unit 2.

  The relief valve 13b closes the second conduit 12 when the pressure of the fluid on the delivery conduit 10c side is equal to or lower than a predetermined value, and the pressure of the fluid on the delivery conduit 10c exceeds a prescribed value. 2nd pipe 12 is made into an open state.

  When fluid is delivered from the fluid delivery unit 10 and the electromagnetic on-off valve 13a is open, the pressure of the fluid in the delivery conduit 10c is lower than the value at which the relief valve 13b is open. Therefore, when the electromagnetic on-off valve 13a is in the open state, the second pipe 12 is closed by the relief valve 13b, so that the fluid sent from the fluid sending section 10 passes through the first pipe 11 and passes through the first pipe 11. 1 flows into only the fluid introduction part 5.

  On the other hand, when the fluid is delivered from the fluid delivery unit 10 and the electromagnetic on-off valve 13a is in the closed state, the pressure of the fluid in the delivery line 10c exceeds the value at which the relief valve 13b is in the open state. Therefore, when the electromagnetic on-off valve 13a is in the closed state, the second pipe 12 is opened, so that the fluid sent from the fluid sending part 10 passes through the second pipe 12 and the second fluid introducing part. Flows into only 6.

  Next, control of the endoscope reprocessor 1 by the control unit 2 will be described. FIG. 3 is a flowchart of a fluid delivery process for introducing a fluid into the endoscope 50 in the endoscope reprocessor 1.

  When performing the fluid delivery process, as shown in FIG. 1, the interior of the endoscope 50 and the first fluid introduction part 5 communicate with each other via the connection tube 51, and the interior of the accessory case 7 and the second The fluid introduction part 6 communicates. In the present embodiment, the liquid is stored in the processing tank 4 (not shown) in performing the fluid delivery process for introducing the processing liquid or tap water that is a liquid into the endoscope 50.

  The purpose when the fluid delivery process is executed is not particularly limited. For example, when a processing liquid is introduced into the endoscope 50 to clean and disinfect the endoscope 50, the inside of the endoscope 50 is supplied with water. When tap water is introduced into the interior for rinsing with water and when air is introduced into the interior for removing moisture inside the endoscope 50, the fluid delivery process is executed.

  In the fluid delivery process, first, in step S10, the detection unit 8 detects whether or not the accessory 52 is disposed inside the accessory case 7 communicating with the second fluid introduction unit 6. In step S10, when the detection unit 8 detects that the accessory 52 is disposed inside the accessory case 7, the process proceeds to step S11.

  In step S11, the fluid is delivered from the fluid delivery unit 10 and the switching unit 13 is operated to introduce the fluid into the first fluid introduction unit 5 at a predetermined flow rate for a predetermined time. In this embodiment, after the electromagnetic on-off valve 13a of the switching unit 13 is opened, the fluid delivery unit 10 is operated for a predetermined time. By executing step S11, the fluid is introduced into the endoscope 50 at a predetermined flow rate for a predetermined time.

  Next, in step S12, the fluid is delivered from the fluid delivery unit 10 and the switching unit 13 is operated to introduce the fluid into the second fluid introduction unit 6 at a predetermined flow rate for a predetermined time. In the present embodiment, after the electromagnetic on-off valve 13a of the switching unit 13 is closed, the fluid delivery unit 10 is operated for a predetermined time. By executing step S12, the fluid is introduced into the accessory case 7 at a predetermined flow rate for a predetermined time.

  Note that the order of execution of steps S11 and S12 may be reversed. After the execution of step S11 and step S12, the fluid delivery process is terminated.

  Note that steps S11 and S12 may be executed by dividing each of them into a predetermined number of times and repeating them alternately. When step S11 and step S12 are repeated alternately, the number of times each is executed may be the same or different.

  On the other hand, when the detection unit 8 detects in step S10 that the accessory 52 is not disposed inside the accessory case 7, the process proceeds to step S21. In step S <b> 21, the fluid is delivered from the fluid delivery unit 10 and the switching unit 13 is operated to introduce the fluid into the first fluid introduction unit 5 at a predetermined flow rate for a predetermined time. In this embodiment, after the electromagnetic on-off valve 13a of the switching unit 13 is opened, the fluid delivery unit 10 is operated for a predetermined time. By executing step S21, the fluid is introduced into the endoscope 50 at a predetermined flow rate for a predetermined time.

  After execution of step S21, the fluid delivery process is terminated.

  As described above, the endoscope reprocessor 1 according to this embodiment includes the first fluid introduction unit 5 that communicates with the endoscope 50 and introduces fluid into the endoscope 50, and the endoscope. An accessory case 7 that accommodates the accessory 52 removed from the mirror 50, a detection unit 8 that detects whether or not the accessory 52 is disposed inside the accessory case 7, and communication with the interior of the accessory case 7 Then, the second fluid introduction part 6 for introducing the fluid into the accessory case 7, the fluid delivery part 10 for delivering the fluid, and the fluid delivered from the fluid delivery part 10 are connected to the first fluid introduction part 5 and the first fluid introduction part 5. 2 connected to the detection unit 8 and the switching unit 13 that controls the flow rate of the fluid that is guided to the fluid introduction unit 6 and that flows into at least the second fluid introduction unit 6 out of the fluid delivered from the fluid delivery unit 10 The detection unit 8 is connected to the accessory 52 inside the accessory case 7. When detecting that the arrangement includes a control unit 2 for controlling the switching unit 13 so as to introduce a predetermined time fluid inside the Accessory Case 7.

  The endoscope reprocessor 1 of this embodiment having such a configuration is attached only when the accessory 52 is accommodated in the accessory case 7 when the endoscope 50 is reprocessed. A reprocessing fluid is introduced into the product case 7 for a predetermined time. In other words, when the endoscope reprocessor 1 according to the present embodiment reprocesses the endoscope 50 and the accessory 52 is not accommodated in the accessory case 7, the accessory case 7 The process of introducing the fluid for reprocessing into is not performed.

  For this reason, the endoscope reprocessor according to the present embodiment is provided in the accessory case even when no accessory is accommodated in the accessory case, unlike the conventional endoscope reprocessor. The process of introducing the reprocessing fluid does not occur and wasteful time does not occur. Therefore, the endoscope reprocessor 1 according to the present invention can reduce the time required for reprocessing the endoscope 50 when the reprocessing of the accessory 52 is not necessary. .

  Note that the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and can be appropriately changed without departing from the scope or spirit of the invention that can be read from the claims and the entire specification. Mirror reprocessors are also within the scope of the present invention.

  As described above, the present invention can be applied to an endoscope reprocessor having an accessory case that accommodates an accessory removed from the endoscope.

1 Endoscope reprocessor,
2 control unit,
3 power supply,
4 treatment tank,
4a lid member,
4b Circulation port,
4c drainage port,
4d treatment liquid introduction nozzle,
4e Circulation nozzle,
5 1st fluid introduction part,
6 Second fluid introduction part,
7 Accessory case,
7a opening,
7b connection port,
7c lid,
7d window,
8 detector,
10 Fluid delivery section,
10a Liquid feed pump,
10b Air compressor,
10c delivery line,
10d branch line,
10e Intake line,
11 First pipeline,
12 2nd pipe line 13 Switching part,
13a solenoid valve,
13b relief valve,
20 treatment liquid reservoir,
21 treatment liquid line,
22 treatment liquid pump,
24 circulation lines,
25 Circulation pump,
26 Three-way valve,
27 Water introduction line,
28 Water introduction valve,
29 drainage line,
30 drainage valve,
40 Water tap,
41 hose,
50 endoscope,
51 connection tube,
52 Accessories.

Claims (4)

A first fluid introduction part that communicates with the interior of the endoscope and introduces fluid into the endoscope;
An accessory case for accommodating an accessory removed from the endoscope;
A detection unit for detecting whether or not the accessory is arranged inside the accessory case;
A second fluid introduction part that communicates with the interior of the accessory case and introduces fluid into the accessory case;
A fluid delivery section that communicates with the first fluid introduction section and the second fluid introduction section and delivers a fluid;
A switching unit that is connected to the fluid delivery unit, the first fluid introduction unit, and the second fluid introduction unit, and that controls a flow rate of the fluid delivered from the fluid delivery unit to flow into the second fluid introduction unit; ,
Connected to the detection unit and the switching unit, and when the detection unit detects that the accessory is disposed inside the accessory case, fluid is supplied to the accessory case for a predetermined time. A control unit for controlling the switching unit to introduce;
An endoscopic reprocessor comprising: A delivery pipe led out from the fluid delivery section, a first pipeline branched from the delivery pipeline and communicating with the first fluid introduction section, and a branch from the delivery pipeline and communicating with the second fluid introduction section A second conduit,
The switching unit is disposed at the portion where the first pipeline, the second pipeline, or the first pipeline and the second pipeline intersect,
The endoscope reprocessor according to claim 1, wherein the direction of the fluid delivered from the fluid delivery unit is switched to at least one of the first fluid introduction unit and the second fluid introduction unit. Has a treatment tank,
The endoscope reprocessor according to claim 1, wherein the endoscope and the accessory case are disposed in the processing tank. The detection unit includes an electromagnetic wave sensor that detects whether or not the accessory is disposed inside the accessory case by transmitting and receiving electromagnetic waves,
The accessory case is provided with a window that transmits the electromagnetic wave,
The endoscope reprocessor according to claim 3, wherein the electromagnetic wave sensor is disposed at a position for transmitting and receiving electromagnetic waves from the outside of the accessory case through the window portion.

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