Steris VHP X10, Operator'S Manual

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6.6 Sterilant Cup
Installation and
Removal
Review S
ECTION
6.5, H
YDROGEN
P
EROXIDE
H
ANDLING
P
RECAUTIONS
,
before proceeding. The X10 Biodecontamination Unit uses Vaprox 59
Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant in Cups (see F
IGURE
6-3 ).
Figure 6-3. Typical Sterilant Cup
DANGER – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:
• Liquid hydrogen peroxide is a strong oxidant and poses a FIRE, EXPLOSION OR CONTAINER
RUPTURE HAZARD. Avoid excessive heat, contamination or contact with combustible materials.
Clothing, shoes or other combustible materials that have come in contact with hydrogen
peroxide must be immediately and thoroughly washed with water. Discard shoes contaminated
with Vaprox 59 Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant in a fireproof container. If Vaprox Sterilant is allowed
to dry in the materials, a fire may result. IN CASE OF FIRE, use water only. CONTAIN SPILLS and
dilute with water (at least 20 parts water to one part H
2
O
2
). After diluting the spill, sodium
metabisulfide or sodium sulfite (1.9 lb of SO2 equivalent per 500 mL of H
2
O
2
) may be used to
destroy the peroxide. SEE SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS) FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
EFFECTS MAY BE DELAYED.
• Verify all materials coming in contact with hydrogen peroxide, especially the concentrated liquid,
are compatible with oxidizers. Contact STERIS Life Sciences or the material manufacturer for
information on material compatibility.
DANGER – SLIPPING HAZARD: Water or hydrogen peroxide spilled on the floor presents a slipping
hazard – promptly clean up the spill. If in doubt whether the liquid is water or hydrogen peroxide,
test the liquid using a Liquid Hydrogen Peroxide Test Strip (follow manufacturer's instructions),
before wiping up. If the liquid is hydrogen peroxide, contain the spill and dilute with water (at least
20 parts water to one part H
2
O
2
) prior to wiping up. Observe all hydrogen peroxide handling
precautions. Refer to the Vaprox 59 Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant SDS for spill containment and
cleanup.
DANGER – PERSONAL INJURY,
CONTAMINATED ENCLOSURE
AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
HAZARD: Before starting a
cycle, check Sterilant to ensure
it is not expired.
Data Matrix Code,
Lot Number,
Expiration Date