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Safety Precautions Operator Manual 129390199
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The following Safety Precautions must be observed when operating or servicing this AMSCO
®
Evolution
®
Series
Steam Sterilizer. WARNING indicates the potential for personal injury and CAUTION indicates the potential for
damage to equipment. For emphasis, certain Safety Precautions are repeated throughout the manual. It is
important to review all Safety Precautions before operating or servicing the unit.
Strictly following these Safety Precautions enhances your ability to safely and effectively utilize the unit and helps
the Customer avoid improper maintenance methods which may damage the unit or render it unsafe. It is
important to understand that these Safety Precautions are not exhaustive; Customers are encouraged to develop
their own safety policies and procedures to enhance and complement these Safety Precautions.
WARNING – STERILITY ASSURANCE HAZARD:
WARNING:
WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD:
WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD:
According to AAMI standards, a measured leak rate greater than 1.0 mm Hg/min (1.3 mbar/min) indicates
a problem with the sterilizer. Refer the situation to a qualified service technician before using the sterilizer
further.
Load sterility may be compromised if the biological indicator or vacuum leak test indicates a potential
problem. If these indicators show a potential problem, refer the situation to a qualified service technician
before using the sterilizer.
In the event of an incomplete cycle, the sterilizer will automatically advance to the exhaust phase of the
cycle and then complete the cycle. The load must then be reprocessed to verify proper sterilization.
It is inappropriate for a healthcare facility to sterilize liquids for direct patient contact.
This sterilizer is not designed to process flammable compounds.
Operation of the sterilizer in a manner not specified in this manual may impair the protection provided by
the equipment and result in personal injury or equipment damage.
When closing the chamber door, keep hands and arms out of the door opening and make sure opening is
clear of any obstructions.
Repairs and adjustments to this equipment should be made only by fully qualified service personnel.
Maintenance performed by inexperienced, unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized parts
could cause personal injury, invalidate the warranty or result in costly equipment damage. Contact
STERIS regarding service options.
Regularly scheduled preventive maintenance is required for safe and reliable operation of this equipment.
Contact your STERIS Service Representative to schedule preventive maintenance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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