Steris AMSCO 400 Series, Operator'S Manual

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4-5
Techniques of Sterilization Operator Manual P129394-020
4.8 Recommendations
for Sterilizing Liquids
Important: Read the following paragraphs before sterilizing any
liquids in your sterilizer. The liquid cycle is for non-patient contact
use only.
Containers of liquid must be located at least 4" (102 mm) from the
sterilizer chamber door(s).
Borosilicate glass is required because it is a superior glass capable
of resisting thermal shock. If glass not as thermally resistant is used,
a greater potential for bursting exists.
Vented closures are required because, by design, they release
internal pressure build-up by automatically venting the containers,
whereas pressure in unvented containers remains until the contents
have cooled. Examples of vented closures are shown in Figure 4-1.
When loading, place small bottles in a separate basket to minimize
sliding. Always use side rails on the loading car to prevent
containers or baskets from falling off.
Figure 4-1. Vented Closures
WARNING – EXPLOSION
HAZARD: The liquid cycle is
for non-patient contact use
only.
WARNING – PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARD: Avoid
personal injury from bursting
bottles. Liquid sterilization
cycle must only be used for
liquids in borosilicate (Pyrex)
flasks with vented closures.
WARNING – BURN HAZARD:
When sterilizing liquids, you
must observe the following
procedures:
• Use Liquid cycle only.
• Use only vented closures.
• Use only Type I borosilicate
glass bottles.
• Processed bottles are hot
following liquid cycle and
may boil over. Always wear
appropriate PPE including
thermal gloves and goggles
when removing processed
bottles from chamber.
Do
not allow hot bottles to be
jolted.
• Steam may be released
from the chamber when
door is opened. Step back
from the sterilizer each
time the door is opened to
minimize contact with
steam vapor.
CAUTION – POSSIBLE
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:
Sterilization of chloride-
containing solutions (e.g.,
saline) can cause chamber
corrosion and is not
recommended by the
manufacturer. If, however,
chloride-containing
solutions must be
processed, clean the
chamber after each use.
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Before Sterilization
After Sterilization
Morton Closure
Tab
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Morton Closure
Morton Closure