S40 Sterilant Concentrate Operator Manual T6800 Rev B
SYSTEM 1 endo Liquid Chemical Sterilant Processing System
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d. With the sterilant container placed upside down on a flat surface, grasp
the sterilant container firmly and, using a blunt object (brush handle,
marking pen, hemostats, etc.), push the sterilant container’s "pop out"
plug into the sterilant container. (See Figure 1)
IMPORTANT: A small puff of powder may escape from bottom of the sterilant
container.
Figure 1
Figure 2
e. Gently shake the contents (dry powders) into the bucket of water. Avoid
inhaling or contacting contents.
f. Using a long object suitable for stirring liquids (a metal/glass/plastic
rod) stir until the contents are dissolved.
g. Submerge the sterilant container into the bucket containing the dissolved
powders.
h. Using a pair of scissors, carefully cut through the lid at the center and
then into the inner cup. Allow the acid to mix with the water and dissolved
powders in the bucket. (See Figure 2)
i. Avoid standing directly over the bucket or irritation may occur
from the peracetic acid vapors. Avoid inhaling or contacting
contents.
j. With the cold water running, carefully pour the solution down the sink
drain.
k. Flush the bucket and sink with a large quantity of cold tap water.
l. Thoroughly rinse the sterilant container and inner cup and then dispose
of them in the trash.
3. Disposal When Water is Not Available
a. Increase ventilation to the area - open truck or warehouse doors, use
fans to remove any strong tear-producing vapors.
b. Shut off ignition sources and DO NOT SMOKE.
c. Seal boxes with sterilant containers into plastic bag(s) and take to a
water source.
d. When water is available, follow the procedure for manual disposal.
CAUTION: Appropriate
Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) is
required when handling
containers of S40 Sterilant
Concentrate. Minimally,
PPE should consist of
chemical-resistant gloves,
apron, goggles or face
shield, and any other
protection required by
facility procedures.