Steris Vision 1321 - Using Other Chemicals

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Table 3-5. STERIS Chemical For DECONTAM Cycle
Chemical Typical pH Available
Injection Rate
(s) mL/L
[oz./gallon]
Description of Chemical
Liquid Descaler Acid-Based
Scale Remover
1.85 8 - 16
[1 - 2]
Formulated for effective and rapid
removal of water scale and rust.
Non-foaming, high performance, acid
liquid detergent. Removes hard water
scales, mineral scales and organic
wastes.
3.12 Using Other Chemicals
If other chemicals are used for processing loads within the washer/disinfector, to achieve optimal performance, the
chemicals selected must meet as a minimum the specifications listed in Table 3-6.
NOTE: Contact STERIS for more information about chemicals available for use with the Vision 1321 Cart and Utensil
Washer/Disinfector, the Vision 1327 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector and the Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil
Washer/Disinfector.
IMPORTANT: STERIS does not promote, recommend or endorse the use of any other type of chemical additives and chemicals
in the processing of articles in the Vision 1321 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector, the Vision 1327 Cart and Utensil
Washer/Disinfector and the Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector such as alcohol rinses or liquid germicides
including sodium hypochlorite solution (bleach).
Table 3-6. Other Chemicals Specifications
Chemical Typical pH Available
Injection Rate
(s) mL/L
[oz./gallon]
Description of Chemical
Alkaline Detergent
9.0 - 12.0 1 - 16
[1/8 - 2]
Liquid, non-foaming, high-chelating
ability, protein and blood compatible.
Neutral Detergent
6.0 - 8.0 1 - 16
[1/8 - 2]
Liquid, non-foaming, high-chelating
ability, protein and blood compatible.
Enzymatic Cleaners
6.0 - 8.0 1 - 16
[1/8 - 2]
Liquid, low-foaming, fast-acting,
compatible with a broad range of
proteins, non-staining.
Rinse Aid
6.0 - 8.0 0.2 - 16
[1/40 - 2]
Liquid, non-foaming, neutral, with
antimicrobial preservatives, high
lubricity.
Descalers
< 2.5 1 - 16
[1/8 - 2]
Liquid, low-foaming, phosphoric acid
based, free-rinsing.