Johnson & Johnson ASP STERRAD 200, User Manual

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For Your Safety
14 STERRAD
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200 User’s Guide
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An ASP-approved biological indicator (BI) should be used to monitor the
sterilization cycle. Should a cancellation occur when a biological indicator is
in the chamber, discard the biological indicator and then use a new biological
indicator when re-starting the cycle. Call the ASP Customer Care Center for
information on approved biological indicators.
Cassette Handling
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STERRAD 200 CASSETTES CONTAIN CONCENTRATED
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, A STRONG OXIDIZER.
CONCENTRATED HYDROGEN PEROXIDE IS CORROSIVE TO
SKIN, EYES, NOSE, THROAT, LUNGS, AND GASTROINTESTINAL
TRACT
. Direct 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. Direct contact with
eyes can cause irreversible tissue damage. If eye contact occurs, immediately
flush with large amounts of water and immediately consult a physician.
Inhalation of mist can cause severe irritation of lungs, throat, and nose. If
inhalation occurs, move to fresh air and consult a physician immediately.
Ingestion can produce corrosion that may be life threatening. If swallowed,
drink plenty of water immediately to dilute. Do not induce vomiting. Consult
a physician.
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Do not remove the plastic wrapper from the cassette package if the indicator
strip is red. Red indicates that the cassette might have been damaged. Call the
ASP Customer Care Center for more information.
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Do not remove used cassettes from the protective cardboard sleeve. Dispose
of the cassette inside the protective sleeve according to your facility’s
procedures.
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If it is necessary to handle a used cassette that is not in the cardboard sleeve,
wear chemical resistant latex, PVC (vinyl) or nitrile gloves. Do not touch
your gloved hands to your face or eyes.