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ROUTINE STARTUP CHECKLIST
CHECK OPERATION
1. Remove and clean the chamber drain screen. (Inspect O ‐ ring for
potential damage on S/N’s after AFS ‐ 0203. Replace with spare
from SAB if necessary).
2. Ensure chamber and jacket vent valves are closed.
3. Flip the control power switch to the “ON” position.
4. Fill the jacket with water to the HIGH mark using the WRS.
NOTE: Never add water to the sterilizer during a cycle. This will
cause the jacket to cool off, lose pressure, and alarm.
5. Ensure the water level in the WRS is at, or near, the HIGH mark.
If not, add water using the SWS.
6. Run an IUSS cycle to warm up the chamber.
NOTE: It is critical to run this warmup cycle to ensure successful
completion of the Bowie ‐ Dick test.
7. Run a Bowie ‐ Dick test per AAMI standards to ensure that air
removal during the preconditioning phase is functioning
properly.
8. Proceed with a normal sterilization cycle as needed.
WARNING: Run a VACUUM LEAK TEST on a periodic basis per AAMI standards or
at least weekly and always after any transport, relocation, or
maintenance. If the VACUUM LEAK TEST FAILS, call a qualified
maintenance technician to troubleshoot.
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