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1. Unit is only to be operated by Trained and Certified
Applicators who have successfully completed both STERIS
Vaprox Training and Certification Course and MD140X
Biodecontamination Unit Operator Course. Certification
must be active and in force for all Applicators of Vaprox 59
Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant.
2. Biodecontamination Unit is NOT intended to process
liquids, linens, powders or cellulose materials.
Biodecontamination Unit is NOT intended to process
reusable instruments for human use.
3. Refer to equipment drawing showing all utility and space
requirements for actual installation specifications.
Clearances shown are minimum required for servicing
equipment. Floor surface must be hard and level.
4. Biodecontamination Unit should not be installed in an area
not compatible with oxidizers. Consult the MSDS regarding
hydrogen peroxide sterilant.
5. STERIS recommends maintaining and operating
Biodecontamination Unit in area where temperature ranges
from 41-104°F (5-40°C) and has ventilation system
exchanging area air at least 10 times per hour.
6. STERIS recommends a dedicated, grounded electrical
circuit be provided for each Biodecontamination Unit. Use
of an extension cord is not recommended.
7. Consult Vaprox 59 Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant MSDS, label
and package insert for information regarding storage and
handling of Cups.
8. Unit weight – 850 lb (386 kg) recessed and 1020 lb (463 kg)
free-standing.
9. Heat loss at 70°F (21°C) – Peak=1,046 BTU/hr;
Avg.=942 BTU/hr.
10.Electrical Consumption, per cycle=2.2 kW-hr average;
out of cycle=0.7 kW-hr average.
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