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Introduction
Operator Manual
122998-741
A WORD FROM STERIS CORPORATION
This manual contains important information on the proper use of this
equipment. Refer to
for instruc-
tions in routine care of this washer.
All personnel and department
heads are urged to carefully review and become familiar with the
Safety Precautions and instructions contained herein.
These
instructions are important to protect the health and safety of person-
nel operating this
Basil
®
3500 Cage and Bottle Washer
and should
be retained in a conveniently accessible area for quick reference.
This equipment is specifically designed only for the uses outlined in
this manual.
Complete instructions for uncrating and connecting utilities, as well
as equipment drawings, have been provided. If they are missing,
contact STERIS for replacement copies, providing the serial and
model numbers of the unit.
Advisory
IMPORTANT:
A listing of the Safety Precautions to be observed
when operating this washer/disinfector can be found in S
1. Do
not operate the equipment until you have become familiar with this
information.
Any alteration of this equipment not authorized or performed by
STERIS will void the warranty. Alteration of equipment which could
adversely affect its operation and efficacy may violate national, state,
and local regulations, and could jeopardize your insurance cover-
age.
Indications For Use
The
Basil 3500 Cage and Bottle Washer
is specifically designed for
thorough, efficient cleaning of cages, bottles, debris pans, and mis-
cellaneous items used in the care of laboratory animals.
This washer is specifically designed to only Process goods as out-
lined in this manual. If there is any doubt about a specific material or
product, contact product manufacturer for recommended washing
technique.
©
2006, STERIS Corporation. All rights reserved.
Printed in Canada.
