Steris P920011-649, Operator'S Manual

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Introduction Operator Manual 920011-649
This manual contains important information on the proper use and
routine maintenance of the Reliance
™
EPS Endoscope Processing
System and of the optional Automated Leak Test Assembly.
All
personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this
equipment must carefully review and comply with the Safety
Precautions and instructions contained in this manual.
These
instructions are important to protect the health and safety of
personnel operating this processor and should be retained in a
conveniently accessible area for quick reference.
For a 50 Hz processor
, also read Operator Manual - Information
Supplement For 50 Hz Processors (P920501-322) for specific information
and features.
Complete instructions for uncrating and connecting utilities, as well
as the equipment drawing, have been provided. If they are missing,
contact STERIS for replacement copies, providing the serial number
of the processor.
STERIS provides a line of accessories and Flow Units for use with this
processor. A STERIS representative will gladly review these with you.
Please familiarize all users with this manual and store in an accessible
location.
Advisory
IMPORTANT: This processor is specifically designed to only process
endoscopes as outlined in this manual and in the Endoscope Quick
Reference Guide. If there is any doubt about a specific endoscope
material or product, contact STERIS.
A listing of the Safety Precautions to be observed when operating and
servicing this processor can be found in
S
ECTION
1
of this manual. Do
not operate the equipment until you have become familiar with this
information.
If the processor is equipped with an optional Automated Leak Test
Assembly, use this Automated Leak Test Assembly only as specified
and described in this manual.
Any alteration of this equipment not authorized or performed by
STERIS will void the warranty. Alteration of this equipment which
could adversely affect high level disinfection efficacy may violate
national, state and local laws or regulations and could jeopardize
your insurance coverage.
The protection provided by the equipment may be impaired if this
equipment is used in a manner not specified by STERIS.
Serious incidents that have occurred in relation to this medical
device should be reported to the manufacturer and competent
authority in the country where the incident occurred.
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