Thermo Scientific VARIOKLAV 25T Operating Manual page 5

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:
Target group 2:
Target group 3:
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:
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.
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.
Sterilizing food.
Steaming liquids or dissolving agar-agar.
With Vacuum pump option only: Sterilizing and drying porous materials, fabric,
or tubes.
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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User considerations
Trained laboratory staff
Semi-skilled laboratory staff
Auxiliary staff
Wooden items,
Bonded parts,
Plastic materials sensitive to hot water (e.g. screw tops),
Electrical equipment,
Vessels or instruments made from steel or iron,
Metering equipment, unless their suitability for steam sterilization is
specifically mentioned.
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