ASP sterrad NX, Service & Troubleshooting Manual

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Safety Information
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Chapter 2.
Safety Information
Your safety is of primary concern to Advanced Sterilization Products.
This chapter provides information on safely servicing the STERRAD
®
NX Sterilizer. You must read and understand the safety information
in this chapter before performing service on the sterilizer. Always
pay attention to the warnings, cautions and notes throughout this Service
Guide .
Personal Safety and First Aid
WARNING! HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IS CORROSIVE.
Concentrated hydrogen peroxide is corrosive to skin, eyes, nose, throat, lungs,
and the gastrointestinal tract. Always wear latex, PVC (vinyl), or nitrile gloves
while removing items from the sterilizer following a cancelled cycle. Following a
cancelled cycle, if items in the load show any visible moisture or liquid,
hydrogen peroxide may be present.
WARNING! HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IS AN OXIDIZER.
Avoid allowing hydrogen peroxide to contact organic materials, including paper,
cotton, wood, or lubricants. Concentrated hydrogen peroxide is a strong oxidizer
and may react with organic materials, causing ignition and fire.
WARNING! RISK OF EYE INJURY.
Direct hydrogen peroxide contact with eyes can cause irreversible tissue damage.
If contact with eyes occurs, immediately flush with large amounts
of water. Consult a physician immediately.
WARNING! RISK OF SKIN INJURY.
Direct hydrogen peroxide contact with the skin can cause severe irritation.
If skin contact occurs, immediately flush with large amounts of water.
If symptoms are severe or persist, consult a physician immediately.
WARNING! RISK OF RESPIRATORY IRRITATION.
Inhalation of hydrogen peroxide mist can cause severe irritation of lungs, throat,
and nose. If inhalation occurs, move to fresh air. Consult a physician
immediately.
STERRAD
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NX
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Service Guide 11