Steris RELIANCE 400, Operator'S Manual

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Safety Precautions Operator Manual 122994-513
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The following Safety Precautions must be observed when operating or servicing this Reliance ® 400 Laboratory
Glassware Washer or this Reliance ® 500 Laboratory Glassware Washer. WARNING indicates the potential for per-
sonal injury and CAUTION indicates the potential for damage to equipment. For emphasis, certain Safety Precau-
tions are repeated throughout the manual. It is important to review ALL Safety Precautions before operating or
servicing the glassware washer.
WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD:
WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD:
WARNING – ELECTRIC SHOCK AND/OR BURN HAZARD:
Always load baskets on appropriate loading cart or surface.
If an obstruction is present in wash chamber door, door safety sensor will detect obstruction and door
will automatically stop closing. Wait until door is fully open and water flow has stopped before removing
obstruction.
If an obstruction is present in wash chamber door and door is unable to raise, DO NOT attempt to
remove obstruction from under door. Door cables may have loosened which could cause door to close
at high speed when obstruction is removed. Call a qualified service technician to safely remove an
obstruction.
Regularly scheduled preventive maintenance is required for safe and reliable operation of this equip-
ment. Contact STERIS to schedule preventive maintenance.
Repairs and adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-trained service
personnel. Repairs and adjustments performed by unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized
parts could cause personal injury, result in improper equipment performance, void the warranty or result
in costly damage. Contact STERIS regarding service options.
Chamber door is heavy. Lifting it manually may require two people.
In case of power loss, power door(s) lowers slowly by gravity. Keep hands and items out of door area to
avoid personal injury.
Risk of pinch point between door and upper panel. Do not push on top portion of doors; do not push on
door when door is rising; do not push on door when door is jammed.
Fasteners and star washers are used to ensure protective bonding continuity. Always reinstall any star
washer which may have been removed during installation or servicing.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS