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P129394-176 Operator Manual Sterilizer Operation
Table 6-2. Factory-Set Gravity Cycles and Cycle Values
The AMSCO C Series Prevacuum Sterilizer is equipped with the following factory programmed gravity sterilization
cycles and cycle values.
Cycles
Sterilize
Temp.
Sterilize
Time
Dry
Time Recommended Load
Validation
Standard
Immediate Use
Gravity
Cycle
270°F
(132°C)
3
Minutes
1 Minute
Unwrapped instrument tray
containing a single instrument;
or multiple unwrapped
instrument trays, non-porous
load; maximum weight per tray:
25 lb (11.3 kg).
ST-8:2008
Immediate Use
Gravity
Cycle
270°F
(132°C)
10
Minutes
1 Minute ST-8:2008
Figure 6-6. Gravity Cycle In-Cycle Screens
Cycle Selection Screen
Purge Phase Sterilize Phase Exhaust Phase
NOTE: Countdown time on display is estimated; timer self-corrects estimated time at beginning
of each phase.
Press for More Cycles
Confirmation Screen for Less-Than-25-Minute
Gravity Cycle
Confirmation Screen for Less-Than-15-Minute
Gravity Cycle