Introduction 1
STERRAD VELOCITY Reader User’s Guide 1
Chapter 1.
Introduction
This Guide will instruct the user in the proper care and operation of the
STERRAD VELOCITY™ Reader (reader). The reader provides a fast and reliable
way of testing the STERRAD VELOCITY™ Biological Indicator / Process Challenge
Device (biological indicator or BI). The BI is designed to test the effectiveness of the
STERRAD™ 100NX with and without ALLClear™ Technology, STERRAD NX™ with and
without ALLClear Technology, and STERRAD™ 100S Sterilization Systems. Failure
to follow the instructions provided in this guide may result in inaccurate results or
impairment of the safety features of the reader.
How to Use This Guide
If you are a reader operator, you must read the “Introduction” (Chapter 1),
“Safety Information” (Chapter 2), “Operation” (Chapter 4), and “Maintenance” (Chapter 6)
chapters prior to operating the reader. This “Introduction” explains the features and
parts of the reader. “Safety Information” explains personal safety as well as device
safety information. “Operation” explains how to operate the reader and obtain optimal
results. “Maintenance” explains how to clean and care for the reader.
If you are an administrator overseeing the reader, you should read the entire
User’s Guide and pay particular attention to the chapter featuring “Access Levels and
Administrator Tasks” (Chapter 7). This chapter describes tasks and options that are only
available through “Administrator-level” access.
Intended Use
The STERRAD VELOCITY Reader is used to incubate and automatically read the
STERRAD VELOCITY Biological Indicator / Process Challenge Device at 57°C (134.6°F)
for a nal uorescent result within 15 minutes. The BI is a rapid biological indicator
designed for frequent monitoring and periodic testing of STERRAD™ Sterilization Cycles
which use hydrogen peroxide as the sterilant. The BI used in conjunction with the reader
provides a fast and reliable way to verify the effectiveness of the STERRAD Sterilization
Cycle. The STERRAD VELOCITY Biological Indicator / Process Challenge Device is for use
in STERRAD™ Sterilizers only.
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