Amsco 36 H, Operator'S Manual

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4-6
P129394-068 Operator Manual Techniques of Sterilization
4.7 Recommendations
for Sterilizing Liquids
Important: Please read the following paragraphs before sterilizing
any liquids in your sterilizer. It is inappropriate for a healthcare facility
to sterilize liquids for direct patient contact.
Borosilicate glass is required because it is a superior glass capable
of resisting thermal shock. If glass not as thermally resistant is used,
a greater potential for bursting exists.
Vented closures are required because, by design, they release
internal pressure build-up by automatically venting the containers,
whereas pressure in unvented containers remains until the contents
have cooled. Examples of vented closures are shown in
Figure 4-1 .
When loading, place small bottles in a separate basket to minimize
sliding. Always use side rails on the loading car to prevent
containers or baskets from falling off.
Figure 4-1. Vented Closures
WARNING – EXPLOSION
HAZARD: This sterilizer is
not designed to process
flammable compounds.
WARNING – PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARD: Avoid
personal injury from bursting
bottles. Liquid sterilization
cycle must only be used for
liquids in borosilicate (Pyrex)
flasks with vented closures.
WARNING – BURN HAZARD:
»It is inappropriate for a
healthcare facility to
sterilize liquids for direct
patient contact.
»When sterilizing liquids,
you must observe the
following procedures:
• Use Liquid cycle only.
• Use only vented closures.
• Use only Type I borosilicate
glass bottles.
• Do not allow hot bottles to be
jolted.
CAUTION – POSSIBLE
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:
Sterilization of chloride-
containing solutions (e.g.,
saline) can cause chamber
corrosion and is not
recommended by the
manufacturer. If, however,
chloride-containing
solutions must be
processed, clean the
chamber after each use.
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Before Sterilization
After Sterilization
Morton Closure
Tab
Tab
Morton Closure
Morton Closure