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Operator Manual
920017-148
A WORD FROM STERIS CORPORATION
This manual contains important information on the proper use of this equipment.
Refer to Section 6,
Routine Maintenance, for instructions 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 should be retained in a conveniently accessible area for quick
reference. This equipment is specifically designed only for the uses outlined in
this manual.
IMPORTANT:
A listing of the
Safety Precautions to be observed when operating
this washer can be found in Section 1. Do not operate the equipment until you have
become familiar with this information.
STERIS does not intend, recommend, or represent in any way that this
Basil
®
9502 Cage and Rack Washer be used for the sterilization of any animal
care or other device which has been contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms.
Any alteration of the washer not authorized or performed by STERIS which could
affect its operation will void the warranty, could adversely affect washing efficacy,
could violate national, state, and local regulations, and could jeopardize your
insurance coverage.
To help assure operators are adequately trained in the safe use of the equipment,
STERIS recommends:
– all personnel who operate or maintain the equipment are trained in its
operation and in its safe use;
– personnel working with toxic chemicals and vapors (if applicable) have
comprehensive instructions in the washer disinfector process, relevant
health hazards, and methods to detect the escape of toxic materials;
– there is regular training of all personnel concerned with the operation and
maintenance of the equipment; attendance records are maintained; and
that evidence of understanding is demonstrated.
The Basil 9502 Cage and Rack Washer is intended for use in the sanitation of
soiled, reusable animal care devices such as cages, racks, debris pans,
feeder bottles, and other miscellaneous items by providing thorough cleaning,
and optional drying.
This washer is specifically designed to only process goods as outlined in this
manual. If there is any doubt about a specific material or product, contact the
manufacturer of the product for recommended washing technique.
Indications for Use
Advisory
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