Introduction - Prestige medical Anima User Manual

Section 1:

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Prestige Medical Anima
autoclave.
The door remains closed throughout the cycle,
including drying.
An "Auto-cycle start" option is included which allows the
user to programme the time of day at which the selected
cycle should start.
Before removing the product from its packaging, refer to
the "Manual Handling" section on page 12.
Whilst unpacking check the unit for transit damage.
If damage is found, please report this to the shipping
agent immediately, in writing and then notify your dealer.
Product contents will contain the following:
• Autoclave with internal furniture
• Handbook and warranty card
• Performance Test Certificate and Certificate of
Conformance for pressure vessel (all UK models).
• TST test strips
• Waste water container
Types of load and loading.
This autoclave has been qualified to sterilize loads as
defined by EN13060.
Cycles P1 & P2 – Wrapped, pouched, solid, hollow
instruments (length to diameter ratio 750:1 Length may be
doubled for tubes that are open at both ends) and porous
items.
Cycle P3 – Unwrapped, solid, hollow instruments (length
to diameter ratio 750:1 Length may be doubled for tubes
that are open at both ends). A process challenge device
such as a Bowie Dick Helix can be used for validation of
cycles P1 and P2.
Cycle P4 – 121°C for wrapped, pouched, solid, hollow
instruments and porous items.
Cycle P5 – Unwrapped solid instruments only.
WARNING!
Refer to the instrument manufacturer to ensure the instruments
suitability for autoclaving and the maximum temperature they
can withstand.
• A "responsible person" must qualify other loads as
suitable. Refer to "Additional Information".
• Refer to "Technical Specifications" for the maximum
instrument load for the autoclave.
• All instruments must be cleaned prior to sterilizing.
• Wrapped or pouched loads should not touch adjacent
loads when placed in the rack. Pouches must be used
for only one item.
• When placing on a tray, ensure items do not touch
each other and the load does not touch the other trays
or chamber in any way.
• Always use the lifting device when removing trays from
the autoclave, as they may be hot. Long trays should
be supported at their rear as they become free of the
tray carrier. Do not use an unprotected hand to hold
hot trays.
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