70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015
3M
™
Steri-Vac
™
Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series
Site Planning and Installation Guide
V. Final Installation and Support
WARNING
To reduce the risks associated with fire and
explosion,
do not attempt to access any internal
mechanisms of the 3M
™
Steri-Vac
™
Sterilizer/
Aerator GS Series. Operators should not service
the sterilizer as there are no user serviceable parts.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of shock due to
hazardous voltage:
Do not attempt to access any internal mechanisms
of the 3M
™
Steri-Vac
™
Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series.
Operators should not service the sterilizer as there
are no user serviceable parts.
Use only trained 3M Health Care or authorized
3M service personnel for installation support
and maintenance.
Do not modify any part of 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/
Aerator GS Series.
Use only 3M designated replacement parts.
Only qualified service personnel should install and service this equipment. Do not plug the cord into an
outlet or operate the 3M
™
Steri-Vac
™
Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series until 3M Health Care service personnel
or authorized 3M service personnel have completed final installation support activities, including an
in-service training and the safe handling of ethylene oxide (EO) training for Operators.
Site Readiness Verification
A Site Readiness Verification must be conducted by 3M Health Care service personnel or authorized
3M service personnel with the purchasing facility.
The purchaser of the GS Series sterilizer and any accessory equipment should complete the Site
Readiness Verification Form (ANNEX C) and provide the form to the designated 3M Health Care service
personnel or authorized 3M service personnel to review
prior to
the scheduled installation date. During
this review, the 3M service personnel will discuss any changes required before final installation support
and verification can be completed by 3M.
Unpacking the GS Series Sterilizer
The purchaser will unpack and inspect the GS Series sterilizer as follows:
1. Remove all shipping material from the sterilizer.
2. Examine the sterilizer for damage. If any shipping damage is found when unpacking the sterilizer,
immediately file a damage claim with the transportation company and notify your 3M sales or
service representative. Typically, a transportation company assumes liability for shipping damage
for a 10-day period starting with the day of delivery. After the 10 days, the purchaser must accept
the merchandise as delivered.
3. Discard packaging per 3M recommendations; reference ANNEX F for details.
DANGER
To reduce the risks associated with
exposure to ethylene oxide (EO):
Vent line must be labeled to indicate EO.
3M Health Care service personnel or authorized
3M service personnel must verify that final
installation checks are completed.
4. Position the sterilizer in its permanent location and level the unit by adjusting the sterilizer feet.
The position of the sterilizer must allow a minimum of 51 cm (20 in) on each side and on top
of the unit for service access.
Once the GS Series sterilizer is in place and is connected to the required electrical and mechanical
services, it is ready for final installation support by 3M Health Care service personnel or authorized
3M service personnel.
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