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General Safety Instructions
Safety First: The primary concern of Midmark Cor-
poration is that this sterilizer is maintained with the
safety of the patient and staff in mind. To assure that
services and repairs are completed safely and correctly,
proceed as follows:
(1) Read this entire manual before performing any
services or repairs on this sterilizer.
(2) Be sure you understand the instructions con-
tained in this manual before attempting to ser-
vice or repair this sterilizer.
Safety Alert Symbols
Throughout this manual are safety alert symbols that
call attention to particular procedures. These items are
used as follows:
Warranty Instructions
Refer to the Midmark “Limited Warranty” printed in the
Installation and Operation Manual for warranty informa-
tion. Failure to follow the guidelines listed below will
void the warranty and/or render the M9, M9D, M11, or
M11D Sterilizer unsafe for operation.
• In the event of a malfunction, do not attempt to use
the sterilizer until necessary repairs have been
made.
• Do not attempt to disassemble sterilizer, replace
malfunctioning or damaged components, or per-
form adjustments unless you are one of Midmark’s
authorized service technicians.
• Do not substitute parts of another manufacturer
when replacing inoperative or damaged compo-
nents. Use only Midmark replacement parts.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous sit-
uation which, if not avoided, will result
in a serious or fatal injury. The DANGER symbol
is limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, could result
in serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderated injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
EQUIPMENT ALERT
Indicates an imminently or potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided, will
or may result in serious, moderate, or minor equip-
ment damage.
NOTE
Amplifies an operating procedure, practice or condi-
tion.
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