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Sharps Terminator
®
User Guide
Please read carefully and follow all instructions.
Device Description
Overview
The Sharps Terminator
®
is designed to safely destroy 18-27 gauge needles up to 2 inches (approx. 5 cm) in length
attached to syringes 3 – 20 cc. The needle is destroyed by inserting it vertically into the center of the opening on top
of the Sharps Terminator
®
. Rotate or twist the needle while pressing downward until it can go no further. Hold the
syringe firmly until the tip cutting motor ceases and UV indicator light illuminates. The debris (swarf) left from the
needle destruction is collected in the swarf collection tube and is emptied after 30 device cycles. The Sharps
Terminator
®
operates from an internal rechargeable NiMH battery pack. The battery pack can be recharged using the
Sharps Terminator
®
power supply that comes with the unit. The Sharps Terminator
®
can be used while plugged into
the charger or used remotely until the battery is discharged. The device is able to burn 40 to over 200 needles per
charge, depending on needle gauge and length burned.
Indications for Use
The Sharps Terminator
®
product is a stationary or portable needle destruction device that is intended for use by
individuals and healthcare professionals to safely destroy 18-27 gauge needles up to 2 inches (approx. 5 cm). The
device is for use in treatment settings such as treatment rooms, emergency/trauma rooms, wards, and medication
rooms of Hospitals and Outpatient Clinics/Medical Offices, Dental Offices, and Clinical Laboratories.
Warnings
DO NOT INSERT NEEDLES THAT CONTAIN FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS SUCH AS ALCOHOL OR RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS.
DO NOT USE IN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES SUCH AS HIGH OXYGEN OR THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE VAPORS.
MINOR SPARKING OR SMOKING MAY OCCUR FROM NEEDLE SEAT. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITH NEEDLE RING AND
SEAT REMOVED.
DO NOT HANDLE CONTENTS OF THE SWARF TUBE AS THEY MAY BE HOT OR CONTAMINATED
IN THE EVENT THE UNIT FAILS TO OPERATE OR DESTROY A NEEDLE, DISPOSE OF SHARPS IN A SHARPS CONTAINER
Additional Precautions
Use only one hand to operate the device. It is designed for simple one-handed use to avoid your other hand becoming
a target for a needle stick.
DO NOT immerse or subject the device to high moisture.
DO NOT use other charger types than the one included with your device.
DO NOT empty liquid contents of the syringe into the device.
DO NOT insert metal or glass syringes into the device.
DO NOT insert metal picks or screwdrivers into the device. Use the cleaning pick supplied
.
DO NOT discharge any excess fluid into the device – discharge any excess fluid prior to use outside the
device.
Directions for Use:
Important
! There is no substitute for CAUTION when handling needles (sharps). This product does not eliminate the
need to follow existing regulations and best practices regarding the handling of needles. Improper use or
