Steris SYSTEM 1 endo User Manual

S40 Sterilant Concentrate Operator Manual T6800 Rev B
SYSTEM 1 endo Liquid Chemical Sterilant Processing System
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The 35% peracetic acid used in this product is a corrosive liquid due to its low
pH. The container is designed to minimize user contact with the contents. Care
should be taken to minimize exposure to vapors, contact with the skin, and
contact with the eyes. The following safety precautions should be taken when
handling the S40 Sterilant Concentrate:
• The sterilant concentrate should be used in a well ventilated room.
Conformance to AAMI ST58 is recommended.
• Chemical-resistant gloves should be worn to protect hands from potential
contact with the liquid portion of the sterilant concentrate.
• It is recommended that appropriate eye protection be worn to protect the
eyes from potential contact in the event of a splash. Note: This should not
occur if the integrity of the sterilant container has not been compromised
and the Operator Manual instructions for handling and inserting the
container into the Processor are followed.
The peracetic acid concentrate solution is considered to have effects on the
eyes, skin, nose, throat and lungs based on acute exposure. These same sites
show signs of irritation upon repeated exposure.
Orally administered peracetic acid, in the concentrations found in the S40
Sterilant Concentrate, has been found to cause gastrointestinal tract irritation,
respiratory irritation and possible necrosis of renal tubules, in rats. Note: Orally
administered peracetic acid is classified as a GHS Category 3 material.
Inhalation of the sterilant concentrate has been shown to cause irritation of the
respiratory tract. Persons who are asthmatics may be more sensitive to the
effects of inhaled peracetic acid vapors. Note: Peracetic acid vapor is classified
as a GHS Category 1 material.
Application to the skin of a 17% peracetic acid solution is characterized by mild
skin irritation with reversible effects in dermal tissue and has caused severe
erythema, blanching of the skin, eschar formation, and exfoliation in rabbits. It
is severely irritating and corrosive to the skin. It will cause whiteness and can
cause blistering. Note: Application of a concentrated solution of peracetic acid
classifies it as a GHS Category 3 material.
Application of a 17% peracetic acid solution is severely irritating and corrosive
to the eye of rabbits. Note: It is classified as a Corrosive material.
The SDS for S40 Sterilant Concentrate is available upon request from STERIS
Corporation or at www.steris.com.
WARNING: High
concentrations of peracetic
acid vapor will cause tearing
of the eyes and irritate the
nose, throat, and lungs.
WARNING: Peracetic acid
is a flammable material. Do
not smoke when handling,
storing, transporting, or
disposing of S40 Sterilant
Concentrate.
WARNING: To avoid
accumulated concentration
of peracetic acid vapor, use
S40 Sterilant Concentrate
in a well ventilated room or
area.
WARNING: Persons who are
asthmatics may be more
sensitive to the effects
of inhaled peracetic acid
vapors.
WARNING: S40 Sterilant
Concentrate contains 35%
peracetic acid in the inner
cup of the container. Eye
contact with the sterilant
concentrate can cause
irreversible eye damage,
including blindness.
WARNING: Contact with
or inhalation of the inert
powdered ingredients in the
outer cup of S40 Sterilant
Concentrate may cause
irritation to eye, skin or
respiratory system.
WARNING: Contact with
35% peracetic acid can
cause destruction of skin
tissue. Avoid contact with
the skin.
Part 2:
Safety Information for
Peracetic Acid

Steris SYSTEM 1 endo Specifications

General

Brand	Steris
Model	SYSTEM 1 endo
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English