3M Steri-Vac GS Series Site Planning & Installation Manual

3M Steri-Vac GS Series Site Planning & Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning & Installation Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Table of Contents I. Introduction VI: Install Guide for 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit ™ Device Safety Compliance ................General Information ..................EMC Compliance .................... General Specifications ................. Plan and Install ....................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    (e.g., EO abatement, state of California seismic bracing, etc.). At the time of installation, 3M Health Care service personnel or authorized 3M service personnel will require written documentation to verify the requirements for room ventilation and non-recirculating ventilations systems are met.
  • Page 4: Emc Compliance

    ™ Equipment Regulations. GS Series Operator Manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of See ANNEX E for a complete list of related compliance standards for the 3M Steri-Vac ™ ™ this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series.
  • Page 5: Plan And Install

    Site planning includes Step 1 Select the Equipment considerations for: the location, the work flow, 3M offers a complete system of products for ethylene oxide (EO) sterilization, including two sizes of the 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™...
  • Page 6: Ii. Select The Equipment

    This Table provides product descriptions, dimensions and other information that is important to consider in equipment selection. 3M Sales and Service personnel will consult and assist in selecting the appropriate equipment in order to meet specific facility and use requirements.
  • Page 7 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 1. 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series, Model GS5 ™ ™ Single Door Dimensions 95 cm 76.2 cm (37.4 in.) 30.5 cm (30 in.) (12 in.) 50.2 cm (19.8 in.) 70.9 cm...
  • Page 8 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 2. 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series, Model GS8 Single Door ™ ™ Dimensions and Elevations 94.0 cm 109.2 cm (37 in.) (42.9 in.) 72.4 cm (28.5 in.) 61.0 cm (24 in.)
  • Page 9: Iii. Select The Location

    Guide and documented on the Site Readiness Verification Form, are met (see ANNEX C). At the time of installation, 3M Health Care service WARNING...
  • Page 10 • a llows 51 cm (20 inches) of clearance space at the top, rear, and sides of the GS Series sterilizer for maintenance and service (Figure 5). • pr ovides a suitable location for storage of 3M Steri-Gas EO Gas Cartridges that includes a ™...
  • Page 11: Site Planning Worksheet

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Site Planning Worksheet It may be helpful to use the provided Site Planning Worksheet (ANNEX B) to sketch the architectural details of the location where the equipment will be installed. Include all details, such as walls, doorways, structural supports, ventilation ducts (intake and exhaust), and electrical outlets (Figure 4).
  • Page 12: Proposed Location Of Equipment

    To reduce patient risks associated with exposure to potentially non-sterile devices as this will help to assess the work flow. or inadequate sterilization procedures, do not After placing the 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series and any accessory equipment on the ™...
  • Page 13 The 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series, Model GS5 can be installed in-wall or installed and ™ ™ used with a 3M Stacking Rack Model 1237 as shown in Figure 6. The 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/ ™ ™ ™ Aerator GS Series, Model GS8 is typically installed in-wall (Figure 7).
  • Page 14: Pre-Installation Visit And Site Readiness Verification

    ™ ™ equipment, the 3M Health Care service personnel or authorized 3M service personnel can be contacted to visit the facility where the equipment will be installed. The proposed Site Planning and Equipment Location Worksheets must be reviewed to discuss the required services, equipment spacing, and any additional considerations.
  • Page 15: Iv. Preparing The Area And Service Requirements

    Utilities Consider the placement of utility services required for additional equipment. Obtain documentation from supplier(s) for additional non-3M equipment and understand and implement all applicable installation and service requirements for this equipment. Table 3 provides detailed information for contractors installing the utilities and services that are required...
  • Page 16: Electrical Service Requirements

    Site Planning and Installation Guide Electrical Service Requirements The electrical service requirements for the installed 3M equipment are shown in Table 3. Be sure to provide sufficient access to the power disconnect and switch. When planning the electrical service, consider support equipment including: compressors, air dryers, and emission control systems.
  • Page 17: Compressed Air Requirements

    The GS Series sterilizer warranty and preventive maintenance agreements do not cover equipment failures caused by an improper compressed air source. Contact the 3M Health Care Service Center or your local 3M office for additional information regarding warranty and preventative maintenance plans.
  • Page 18: Filters

    A contaminated air supply can quickly reduce the effectiveness of the filter element, resulting in early equipment failure. Multiple Sterilizer/Aerator Installations Each 3M Steri-Vac GS Series sterilizer requires a minimum flow rate of 2.2 liters per second (4.7 scfm) at 5.6 kg/cm (80 psig) pressure. Two sterilizers would require a flow rate of 4.4 liters per second (9.4 scfm) air flow at 5.6 kg/cm...
  • Page 19: Ethylene Oxide Vent Line Requirements

    The 3M EO Abator can be used with the GS Series sterilizer with a maximum of two GS Series be located at least 7.6 m (25 ft) away from the sterilizers and up to a maximum of two 3M Aerator models XL or XLS connected to a single EO Abator building air intake source.
  • Page 20: Vent Line Labeling And Install Considerations

    The single vent line is run directly to the exterior or to the 3M Abator using the appropriate connection fittings. When the 3M Abator is installed, run the vent line from the vent outlet port on the 3M Abator to the outside. Shut off valves in the vent line are not recommended.
  • Page 21 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 12. Ethylene Oxide Vertical Vent Line Installation Example Minimum radius; two times the tubing diameter Roof Insulation Copper Line Cupola (Maximum Length = 91.5 m/300 ft) 30.5 cm (12 in.) 5 cm 5 cm...
  • Page 22: Local Exhaust Hood Requirements

    Operator removing the load from the chamber. The exhaust hood is connected by 3M Health Care service personnel or authorized 3M service personnel to a purchaser-supplied dedicated exhaust system during installation.
  • Page 23: Exhaust Ventilation System Specifications

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Exhaust Ventilation System Specifications The following ventilation system requirements must be met to ensure maximum air movement through the hood. Air flow Single Door Unit: Minimum of 3.5 cubic m/min (125 scfm) to the exhaust hood connection, or a minimum of 350 m/min (1435 ft/min) in the 102 mm (4 in) line to the exhaust hood connection.
  • Page 24 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 14. Exhaust Connection Exhaust Hood Duct Alternate Connection for Exhaust Hood Duct Figure 15. Multiple Exhaust Hoods Vented into a Dedicated Ventilation System 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 25: First Aid: Exposure To Ethylene Oxide (Eo)

    Keep all sources Steri-Gas EO Gas Cartridges contain ™ ™ of ignition (e.g. matches, lit cigarettes, sparks and static discharge) away from the 3M Steri-Vac ™ ™ 100% Ethylene Oxide (EO), which is an extremely...
  • Page 26: Requirements For A Vented Cabinet

    • The discharge point for the outside exhaust should be at least 7.6 m (25 ft) away from any possible sources of ignition, openings to buildings, or pedestrian traffic ways. Figure 16. Vented EO Storage Cabinet Connection to Dedicated Exhaust Tie to 3M Steri-Vac Intake ™...
  • Page 27: Disposal Of 3M Steri-Gas Eo Gas Cartridges

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Disposal of 3M Steri-Gas EO Gas Cartridges ™ ™ Empty 3M Steri-Gas EO Gas Cartridges should be aerated for a minimum of two (2) hours before ™ ™ disposal. The empty cartridge can aerate while located inside the GS Series sterilizer chamber cartridge holder during a normal aeration cycle.
  • Page 28: Final Installation And Support

    The purchaser of the GS Series sterilizer and any accessory equipment should complete the Site WARNING Readiness Verification Form (ANNEX C) and provide the form to the designated 3M Health Care service personnel or authorized 3M service personnel to review prior to the scheduled installation date. During...
  • Page 29: System Checkout And In-Service Training

    3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series is installed and operating according to ™ ™ 3M specifications. At final installation, the 3M Health Care service personnel or authorized 3M service DANGER personnel will: To reduce the risks associated with •...
  • Page 30: Vi: Install Guide For 3M

    In-Wall Mounting Unit ™ General Information The 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit 1238 is a kit that contains the 3M Stacking Rack 1237 along with a ™ ™ stainless wall bezel and front trim for flush mount installation as shown in Figure 18. The Stacking Rack...
  • Page 31: Finished Wall Specifications

    Sterilizer/Aerator ™ ™ GS Series, there must be a distance of 50.8 cm (20 in.) between such a wall and the 3M In-Wall ™ Mounting Unit 1238 to allow for service access when the unit is rolled out of the access area.
  • Page 32: Placement Of 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerators Onto The Stacking Rack

    • Attach the EXTENSION TRACKS to the FLOOR CHANNELS. • Roll the STACKING RACK forward onto the EXTENSION channels as illustrated in Figure 26. • Position the 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series onto the top tray of the STACKING RACK.
  • Page 33: Stop And Hook Adjustment

    • With the unit tight against the STOP, adjust the HOOK so that firm contact is made between the HOOK and SHOULDER BOLT (Figure 24). • Tighten the nut on the shaft of the HOOK to maintain the HOOK position. Flexible Connections • Connect all electro-mechanical services to the 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™...
  • Page 34 Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure References for Section VI Figure 18. Installation Print No. 1: In-Wall Mounting Unit 1238 Showing Stacking Rack Figure 19. 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit 1238 Components ™ 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 35 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 20. Installation Print No. 2: 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit Model 1238 ™ Illustrated Parts List ⁄ " Stainless Screws 24 ea. Top Panel 1 ea. Top Channel 1 ea.
  • Page 36 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 21. Installation Print No. 3: Figure 22. Installation Print No. 11: Model 1238 Pass Through In-Wall Mounting Unit Model 1238 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series, Model GS5 Installation ™ ™...
  • Page 37 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 24. Installation Print No. 10: 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit Model 1238 ™ Stop and Hook Adjustment Stop Shoulder Hook Bolt Figure 25. Installation Print No. 4: Model 1238 Mounting Door Frame In-Wall...
  • Page 38 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 26. Installation Print No. 6: 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit Model 1238 ™ Mounting Extension Tracks and Cart 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 39 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 27. Installation Print No. 7: 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit Model 1238 ™ Mounting Units to Cart 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 40 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 28. Installation Print No. 8: 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit Model 1238 Unit Rear Hookups ™ Note: Figure 28 shows a 3M Steri-Vac ™ ™ Vent Line 200-240 Volt...
  • Page 41 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 29. Installation Print No. 9: Mounting Top Two (2) Panels Top Panel Bottom Panel 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 42 Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Figure 30. Installation Print No. 12: 3M In-Wall Mounting Unit Model 1238 ™ Remove Extensions Mount Bottom Panel 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 43: Notes

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Notes 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 44: Annex A Symbols, Safety Warnings And Cautions

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide ANNEX A Symbols, Safety Warnings and Cautions Steri-Gas EO Gas Cartridges – Explanation of Document Conventions ™ ™ Label and Symbols Explanation of Single Word Consequences Danger: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will Flammable Gas: Category 1 result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 45: First Aid

    • May cause drowsiness or dizziness Use only trained 3M Health Care service personnel or authorized 3M service • Suspected of damaging fertility or an unborn child personnel for installation support and maintenance.
  • Page 46: Annex B Worksheets

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide ANNEX B Worksheets Site Planning Worksheet Key: Wall Supporting Column Electrical Receptacle Work Areas Doorway Intake Ventilation Duct Equipment being replaced (rough opening) Exhaust Ventilation Duct Scale 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 47: Equipment Location Worksheet

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide Equipment Location Worksheet Abator Stacking Rack Aerator Sterilizer 1 Power Input and EO Vent Sterilizer 2 Local Exhaust Scale 70-2011-5643-0 Issue Date: 10/2015...
  • Page 48: Annex C Site Readiness And Installation Verification Forms

    10. Enter the total linear length of the vent line from the GS Series sterilizer to the termination point on the outside of the building. m / ft. CIRCLE UNIT 10a. If the answer to Question 10 is greater than 91 m (300 ft), has the system been approved by 3M? 11. Enter the outside diameter of the vent line.
  • Page 49: Installation Verification Form

    12. The room air flow pattern is directed away from the equipment operator. Local Exhaust System (only applicable when the local exhaust hood is connected and operating) 13. The local exhaust system meets the air flow requirements stated in the exhaust ventilation specifications in the 3M Site Planning and Installation Guide.
  • Page 50: Annex D 3M ™ Steri-Gas ™ Eo Gas Cartridge Dilution Charts

    ANNEX D 3M Steri-Gas EO Gas Cartridge Dilution Charts ™ ™ The following Tables provide estimates of air concentrations of ethylene oxide (EO) if the identified 3M Steri-Gas EO Gas Cartridge should empty into a ™ ™ room, and provide the time needed for a room ventilation system to reduce the EO concentrations to acceptable levels. These charts are based on rooms with 10 air exchanges per hour.
  • Page 51: Annex E Bibliography And Compliance References

    Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series ™ ™ Site Planning and Installation Guide ANNEX E Bibliography and Compliance References Equipment and Ethylene Oxide (EO) Compliance Documents EMC Directive Biological evaluation of medical devices – Part 7: Electromagnetic Compatibility AAMI/ISO 10993-7 2004/104/EC Ethylene oxide sterilization residues Sterilizer/Aerators for Medical Purposes –...
  • Page 52: Contact Information

    Site Planning and Installation Guide Contact Information For additional information on installation, seismic bracing, accessories, preventive maintenance agreements, services or other questions, contact 3M at the sites listed below or your local 3M office. 3M Health Care 3M Health Care Service Center Building 502-1W-01 St.

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