8 — Routine Maintenance
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Routine Maintenance
8.1 Introduction
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD
Performance of this 510(k) cleared Low Temperature Sterilization System is validated
as a system including components defined by STERIS in the Operator Manual and
Service Manual for this Sterilization Unit. 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. The STERIS warranty is void if components are used that are not approved. DO
NOT USE components that are not validated as part of this Low Temperature
Sterilization System.
8.2 Read Before Performing Routine Maintenance
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD
● Repairs and adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-
trained service personnel. Maintenance performed by unqualified personnel or
installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, result in improper
equipment performance, invalidate the warranty or result in costly damage. Contact
STERIS regarding service options.
● Regularly scheduled preventive maintenance is required for safe and reliable
operation of this equipment. Contact STERIS to schedule preventive maintenance.
The routine maintenance procedures described in this section of the manual should be performed whenever necessary
and as outlined in Routine Operator Maintenance. Any maintenance procedures not included in this section should be
performed only by STERIS-trained service personnel fully acquainted with this Low Temperature Sterilization System.
In addition to the routine maintenance described in this section, regularly scheduled preventive maintenance is
essential for safe and reliable operation of the equipment. Annual maintenance programs are available to provide
scheduled maintenance, adjustments and/or replacement of worn parts performed by a qualified technician, to help
ensure peak equipment performance and help avoid unscheduled downtime. Contact STERIS for details For damaged
equipment, failure to provide documented evidence that the recommended preventive maintenance was performed on
this equipment voids damage from being covered under the warranty.
Maintain a record of all maintenance procedures performed on this Sterilization Unit. Records are extremely important
for verification of our equipment maintenance program to comply with licensing and Regulatory agencies. If a problem
occurs, refer to Alarms/Notifications Table in Abort Section or contact STERIS.