Safety information
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Lara | Instructions for Use | RIL-1 W&H Med ENG Rev06 | 14/04/2022 | © W&H Sterilization Srl
CONTENTS
This section deals with the following subjects:
Safety warnings
THERMAL HAZARDS
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The chamber automatically begins to heat to
high temperature as soon as the sterilizer is
switched on – risk of burns!
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The trays and the sterilization load are hot at
the end of each cycle. Use tray or cassette
holders to empty the sterilization chamber.
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Always wear appropriate PPE during use of the
sterilizer (e.g. gloves for cleaning, maintenance,
etc...).
ELECTRICAL RISKS
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Do not pour water or any other liquids over the
sterilizer (risk of electrical short circuits).
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Switch off the sterilizer and unplug the mains
cable before inspecting, carrying out
maintenance or servicing the sterilizer.
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Ensure that the power receptacle the sterilizer
is connected to is properly grounded.
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All electric devices connected to the sterilizer
shall be of Insulation Class II (double insulated)
or higher.
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Use only the power cord provided by the
manufacturer.
IMPROPER USE OF THE STERILIZER
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The sterilizer must not be used in presence of
explosive or flammable gases, vapors, liquids
or solids.
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The sterilizer has not been designed for the
sterilization of foodstuff or waste.
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Do not exceed the maximum load weight limits
as specified in this manual (see "Sterilization
cycle management" on page 51).
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Do not drink any water that has been inside the
sterilizer.
