ASP Sterrad 100NX, User Manual

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Safety Information
8 STERRAD ® 100NX ® User’s Guide
WARNING! RISK OF SKIN INJURY
Direct hydrogen peroxide contact with the skin can cause severe irritation. Wear
chemical resistant latex, PVC (vinyl) or nitrile gloves when handling used cassettes or
ejected cassettes, items from a cancelled cycle, or items that have moisture present
after a completed cycle. Immediately take off contaminated clothing and rinse
thoroughly with water to avoid potential fire hazard and was before re-use.
WARNING! RISK OF RESPIRATORY IRRITATION
Inhalation of hydrogen peroxide mist can cause severe irritation of lungs, throat, and
nose. If inhalation occurs, move to the person to fresh air. If the person is not
breathing, call for emergency medical attention, or an ambulance, then give artificial
respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Consult a physician immediately.
WARNING! CONCENTRATED HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IS TOXIC
Ingestion of hydrogen peroxide may be life-threatening. If swallowed, call a “poison
control” center or physician immediately for treatment advice. Have the person drink
plenty of water if the person is able to swallow. Do not give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by the poison
control center or physician.
WARNING! HEATED STERILIZATION SURFACES
At the end of a cycle, the interior of the sterilizer may be hot. Do not touch the inside
of the chamber or door with your bare or gloved hands. Allow the sterilizer to cool
before touching interior surfaces.
WARNING! AVOID EXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
The hydrogen peroxide monitor uses an ultraviolet light source located inside the
chamber behind the door. To avoid eye injury, do not stare directly at the ultraviolet
light source for an extended period of time.
WARNING! HYDROGEN PEROXIDE MAY BE PRESENT
If white residue is visible on the load, this is residue from the hydrogen peroxide
stabilizer. Wear chemical resistant latex, PVC (vinyl), or nitrile gloves when removing
a load with visible white residue. White residue can be minimized by making sure
regular Planned Maintenance procedures are performed on your system. The system
will inform you when Planned Maintenance is due. Please schedule your PM service
in a timely manner.
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