Miele PG 8583 Operating Instructions Manual page 16

Warning and Safety instructions
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When using this machine in the higher temperature ranges, be
especially careful not to scald or burn yourself or come into contact
with irritant substances when opening the door. Where disinfecting
agents are used there is a danger of inhaling toxic fumes.
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Should personnel accidentally come into contact with toxic
vapours or chemical agents, follow the emergency instructions given
in the manufacturer's safety data sheets.
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Mobile units, baskets, modules, inserts and the load must be
allowed to cool down before they are unloaded. Any water remaining
in containers could still be very hot. Empty them into the wash
cabinet before taking them out.
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Never clean the machine or near vicinity with a water hose or a
pressure washer.
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The machine must be disconnected from the mains electricity
supply before any maintenance or repair work is carried out.
Quality assurance
The following points should be observed to assist in maintaining
quality standards when processing laboratory glassware and
utensils to avoid damage to the loads being cleaned.
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If it is necessary to interrupt a programme in exceptional
circumstances, this may only be done by authorised personnel.
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The standard of cleaning and disinfection must be routinely
confirmed by the user. The process should be validated on a regular
basis, and checked against documented control results.
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For thermal disinfection, use temperatures and temperature holding
times to achieve the required infection prophylaxis in accordance with
current health and safety regulations.
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Make sure items being washed are suitable for machine
reprocessing and are in good condition. Plastic items must be
thermally stable. Nickel plated items and aluminium items can be
machine processed using special procedures only.
Items containing iron, and soiling containing residual rust must not be
placed in the cabinet.
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Chemical agents can, in certain circumstances, cause damage to
the machine. Always follow the recommendations of the chemical
agent manufacturer.
In case of damage or doubt about compatibility, please contact
Miele.