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Sterilizer Operation Operator Manual 387366-389
6.7 DART and
Bowie-Dick Cycles
Carefully review SECTION 1, SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, and the
Warnings and Cautions below before operating the sterilizer.
WARNING – BURN HAZARD:
• Do not attempt to open the sterilizer door if a WATER IN CHAMBER ALARM condition exists. Call
a qualified service technician before attempting to use sterilizer further.
• Sterilizer, rack/shelves, and loading car will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective
gloves and apron when removing a processed load. Protective gloves and apron must be worn
when reloading sterilizer following the previous cycle.
• Steam may be released from the chamber when door is opened. Step back from the sterilizer
each time the door is opened to minimize contact with steam vapor.
• After exhaust, steam may remain inside the chamber. Always wear protective gloves, apron, and
a face shield when following emergency procedure to unload sterilizer. Stay as far back from the
chamber opening as possible when opening the door.
• When sterilizing liquids, to prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from bursting
bottles and hot fluid, you must observe the following procedures:
>>Use LIQUID cycle only; no other cycle is safe for processing liquids.
>>Use only vented closures; do not use screw caps or rubber stoppers with crimped seal.
>>Use only Type 1 borosilicate glass bottles; do not use ordinary glass bottles or any container
not designed for sterilization.
>>Do not allow hot bottles to be jolted; this can cause hot-bottle explosions. Do not move bottles
if any boiling or bubbling is present.
WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD: This sterilizer is not designed to process flammable
compounds.
WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD: When closing the chamber door, keep hands and arms
out of the door opening and make sure opening is clear of obstructions.
CAUTION – POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:
• Gasket must be fully retracted prior to operating sterilizer door.
• Ensure door opening is clear of any obstruction before closing the door(s).
• Do not attempt to open sterilizer door during manual operation unless chamber is at 0 psig (0 bar).
• Immediately wipe up saline solution spills on loading car, to prevent damage to stainless steel.
• Sterilization of chloride-containing solutions (e.g., saline) can cause chamber corrosion and is
not recommended by the manufacturer. If, however, chloride-containing solutions must be
processed, clean the chamber after each use.
• Failure to flush the integral steam generator (daily for carbon steel / every two weeks for stainless
steel) voids the manufacturer’s warranty and can lead to possible generator damage.
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