Johnson & Johnson ASP STERRAD 200, User Manual

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STERRAD
®
200 User’s Guide 11
Chapter 2.
For Your Safety
Overview
Your safety is of primary concern to ASP. This chapter provides information on
safely using the sterilizer.
You must read, understand and use the information
in this chapter before operating the unit. Also, always pay attention to the
warnings, cautions and notes throughout this guide. This information is for your
safety and to ensure that you receive the most benefit from the safe operation of
your STERRAD
®
200 Sterilization System.
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 chemical resistant latex,
PVC (vinyl), or nitrile gloves when removing items from the sterilizer
following a cancelled cycle or if any moisture is noted on items in the load
following a completed cycle.
♦
WARNING! HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IS AN OXIDIZER
Hydrogen peroxide is a strong oxidizing agent and poses a hazard for fire,
explosion, or container rupture. Avoid allowing hydrogen peroxide to contact
organic materials, including paper, cotton, wood, or lubricants. Do not use or
store near heat or open flame. Shoes, clothing, or other combustible material
that have come into contact with hydrogen peroxide must be immediately
and thoroughly rinsed with water to avoid a potential fire hazard. In case of
fire, use only water to extinguish.