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1231 Loading Recommendations
3M™ Attest™ Biological Indicator in a
routine
biological indicator process challenge device (PCD, also known as a Test Pack or BI PCD) should be used in every load A BI PCD should be placed
in the center of the load (Chapter 14: Process Monitoring, Load Release, and Sterilizer Qualification)
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Always use loading baskets when loading the 3M™ Steri‑Vac™ Sterilizer/Aerator GSX Series
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Do not overload the GSX Series sterilizer Arrange items in the loading baskets to ensure that water vapor and ethylene oxide (EO) can circulate freely between them
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Place peel pouches on their edges, if possible
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Arrange sterilization pouches so that the transparent side of a pouch faces the opaque side of the adjacent pouch
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Ensure no devices are touching the GSX Series sterilizer chamber walls
1232 Loading Medical Devices and Instruments
Sterilization pouches should be placed on their edges if possible If a sterilization pouch is placed on its side or flat on the shelf, do not place any item on top of the pouch
To the extent practical, the Operator should attempt to sterilize full loads of items having a common aeration time
A full load can be comprised of sterilization pouches, wrapped trays, and containers or a combination of various packs