Steris Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System User Manual

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920011-649 Operator Manual Introduction
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The Reliance EPS Processor prints a detailed cycle summary at the
end of each cycle. With the optional bar code reader, these printouts
can also include the identification numbers for the operator, patient,
device, physician and procedure.
Indications for Use The Reliance Endoscope Processing System is intended for
washing and high level disinfection of up to two manually pre-
cleaned, immersible, reusable, heat-sensitive, semi-critical devices
such as bronchoscopes, GI flexible endoscopes including
duodenoscopes, and their accessories. High level disinfection is
achieved within the 50-57°C HLD phase of the endoscope
processing cycle (4-minute generation sequence followed by a
6-minute exposure sequence).
NOTE: This manual will use the general term "endoscope" for the
above-mentioned medical devices and accessories.
The Automated Leak Test Assembly is offered as an option and is
installed at the factory. The automated leak test is performed at the
start of a cycle, prior to fluid circulation within the processor.
The automated leak test is intended to detect leaks in flexible
endoscopes prior to the start of the processing cycle. The automated
leak test IS NOT
a substitute for the manufacturer's manual leak test.
IMPORTANT: Operator must ensure all items have been prepared for
immersion, manually leak tested (as per the instructions of the
endoscope manufacturer) and manually cleaned before placing them
in the Reliance EPS Processor. Refer to Endoscope Quick Reference
Guide for more details.
IMPORTANT: Reliance dry chemistry and the STERIS chemical
indicator for Reliance EPS are intended to be used exclusively
within the Reliance EPS. Do not substitute any other chemistry or
chemical indicator product.
Reliance dry chemistry is a proprietary, two-part, dry, single-use
germicide, designed to deliver high level disinfection solution in the
Reliance EPS Processor.
A STERIS chemical indicator that is validated for use with the
Reliance EPS is a single use chemical indicator designed to
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nge from the color of the “START” reference block on the label
to the “ENDPOINT” reference block upon exposure to an effective
dose of peracetic acid generated during the Reliance EPS Cycle.

Steris Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System Specifications

General

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