Steris Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System User Manual

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Safety Precautions Operator Manual 920011-649
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The following Safety Precautions must be observed when operating or servicing this equipment. 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 Reliance™ EPS Processor.
Strictly following these Safety Precautions enhances the Customer’s ability to safely and effectively utilize the unit
and helps 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 – PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD:
WARNING – ELECTRIC SHOCK AND/OR BURN HAZARD:
Bag-in-a-Box compartment door can support a maximum of 4.5 kg (10 lb). Do not place heavy objects
on Bag-in-a-Box compartment door.
In an emergency, stop cycle by pressing STOP touch pad twice to abort cycle. Wait for processor to
complete Abort sequence. Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when reaching into
chamber.
Lack of appropriate training could result in injury or equipment damage.
Regularly scheduled preventive maintenance is required for safe and reliable operation of this equipment.
Contact STERIS to schedule preventive maintenance or obtain the necessary Maintenance Manual if
preventive maintenance is done by the Customer.
Repairs and adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-trained service
personnel. Nonroutine maintenance performed by unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized
parts could cause personal injury, result in improper equipment performance or result in costly damage.
Contact STERIS regarding service options.
The performance of the 510k cleared Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System is validated as a
system including components defined by STERIS in the Operator Manual and Maintenance Manual for
the Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System. Substitution of unauthorized components can
potentially lead to personal injury, damage or premature failure of the product and result in a unit
configuration that is inconsistent with the validated, FDA cleared product. Altering the equipment or
usi
ng unapproved component’s may void STERIS’ warranty. DO NOT USE components that are not
validated as part of the Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System.
When working with compressed air, flying debris and particles may present a hazard to personnel in
immediate area. Personal eye protection must be worn when working with compressed air.
Disconnect all utilities to processor before servicing. Do not service processor unless all utilities have
been properly locked out. Always follow local electrical codes and safety-related work practices.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Steris Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System Specifications

General

Brand	Steris
Model	Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English