User considerations
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User considerations
This operating manual is directed at users and operators (or their representatives) of
VARIOKLAV Type 25 T bench-top steam sterilizers.
This audience consists of three target groups:
Target group 1:
Trained laboratory staff
Target group 2:
Semi-skilled laboratory staff
Target group 3:
Auxiliary staff
Operators and target group 1 should read the entire Operating manual and its
supplements. Chapters 1 through 9 are directed at target groups 2 and 3.
Correct use
The VARIOKLAV Type 25 T benchtop sterilizer is intended for the following
purposes:
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Sterilizing solid items such as glassware, rubber items, pipette tips, instruments,
filter housings, as well as consumables, waste, and to destroy infectious or
septic materials.
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Sterilizing liquids such as solutions and culture media in open or slightly closed
vessels, including cooling to a reference temperature below 90 °C to allow safe
removal.
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Sterilizing food.
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Steaming liquids or dissolving agar-agar.
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With Vacuum pump option only: Sterilizing and drying porous materials, fabric,
or tubes.
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With Type ST supporting pressure, Radial fan and Type RM water recooling
system option only: Sterilizing liquids in pressure-sealed vessels (e.g. flasks,
bags).
Incorrect use
Easily combustible or toxic liquids
must not be sterilized!
The following products are not suitable for sterilization:
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Wooden
items,
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Bonded
parts,
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Plastic materials sensitive to hot water (e.g. screw tops),
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Electrical
equipment,
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Vessels or instruments made from steel or iron,
•
Metering equipment, unless their suitability for steam sterilization is
specifically mentioned.
