Steris Reliance Vision Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector Operating instructions

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P920508556
Revision H
Reliance®Vision®
Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector
Operator Manual
P920508556_H Reliance®Vision®Operator Manual
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A Word From Steris
A Word From STERIS — Introduction
This manual contains important information on the proper use and routine maintenance of the Reliance® Vision® Single-
Chamber Washer/Disinfector. All personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this equipment must carefully review and
comply with the Safety Precautions and instructions contained in this manual. These instructions are important to protect the
health and safety of personnel operating this washer/disinfector and should be retained in a conveniently accessible area for
quick reference. This equipment is specifically designed only for the uses outlined in this manual.
Complete instructions for uncrating and connecting utilities, as well as the equipment drawing, have been provided. If they are
missing, contact STERIS for replacement copies, providing the serial number and model of the washer/disinfector.
STERIS provides a line of accessories for use with this washer/disinfector. A STERIS representative will gladly review these with
you.
Please familiarize all users with this manual and store in an accessible location.
Also, refer to GENERAL NOTES — APPLICABLE TO STERILIZER AND WASHER EQUIPMENT DRAWINGS (P062941091) for more
information about utilities requirements.
Advisory
IMPORTANT: A listing of the Safety Precautions to be observed when operating and servicing this washer/disinfector can be found in
Section 1.1, Safety Precautions — Introduction of this manual. Do not operate the equipment until you have become familiar with this
information.
STERIS does not intend, recommend or represent in any way that the Reliance Vision Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector be
used for the terminal disinfection or sterilization of any regulated medical device. The Reliance Vision Single-Chamber
Washer/Disinfector are intended only to perform an initial step in the processing of soiled, reusable medical devices. If medical
devices will be contacting blood or compromised tissues, such devices must be terminally processed in accordance with device
manufacturer's instructions and/or Good Hospital Practices before each use in human patients.
Any alteration of this equipment not authorized or performed by STERIS will void the warranty. Alteration of this equipment
which could adversely affect its operation and efficacy may violate national, state and local laws or regulations.
The protection provided by the equipment may be impaired if the equipment is used in a manner not specified by STERIS.
all personnel who operate or maintain the equipment are trained in its operation and in its safe use;
personnel working with toxic chemicals and vapors (if applicable) have comprehensive instructions in the
washer/disinfector process, relevant health hazards and methods to detect the escape of toxic materials;
there is regular training of all personnel concerned with the operation and maintenance of the equipment; attendance
records are maintained; and that evidence of understanding is demonstrated;
current Safety Data Sheets (SDS) should be available to all users in the department. For current SDS, contact STERIS.
Serious incidents that have occurred in relation to this medical device should be reported to the manufacturer and competent
authority in the country where the incident occurred.
Waste Products Disposal
The following are waste materials associated with the washer/disinfector. When disposing of waste materials, ensure disposal
is in compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
Printer paper — Recyclable.
Printer ribbon — Not recyclable.
HEPA filter — Place HEPA filter in a large, sealable bag. Discard the bagged HEPA filter in an outdoor waste container.
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Chemicals — Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations and current Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Chemical containers — Dispose of empty containers in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations.
Entire washer/disinfector (end-of-life) — Contact STERIS Corporation for disposal or recycling recommendations.
Indications For Use
The Reliance Vision Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector is intended for use in the cleaning and intermediate level disinfection of
soiled reusable utensils, trays, glassware, bedpans and urinals, rubber and plastic goods, simple hard-surfaced rigid surgical
instruments, such as forceps and clamps, theatre shoes and other similar and related articles found in healthcare facilities. It
may be used for the intermediate level disinfection and drying of EndoWrist instruments using the da Vinci Rack.
Service Information
A thorough preventive maintenance program is essential to help ensure safe and proper equipment operation. This manual
contains maintenance schedules and procedures which should be followed for satisfactory equipment performance.
Customers are encouraged to contact STERIS concerning our comprehensive annual maintenance program. Under the terms of
the program, preventive maintenance, adjustments and replacement of worn parts are performed on a scheduled basis to help
ensure equipment performance at peak capability and to help avoid untimely and costly interruptions. STERIS maintains a global
staff of well-equipped, qualified service technicians to provide this service, as well as professional repair services. Please
contact STERIS for details.
Permissible Environmental Conditions
The Reliance Vision Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector is designed to operate under the following conditions:
Indoor use only;
Altitude of operation up to 6560 ft (2000 m);
Temperature of 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C);
Relative humidity of 30% to 80% non-condensing;
Pollution Degree 2.
Pollution degree 2: Equipment must be installed in an environment where normally only non-conductive pollution occurs but
where occasional, temporary conductivity caused by condensation can be expected (as determined according to International
Standard EN/IEC 61010-1, Third Edition).
Seismic Anchorage System (Accessory)
A seismic anchorage system (based on California requirements) is available for high-risk seismic zones.
Noise Level
Equivalent Sound Pressure Level at work station (measured 36" [1.0 m] away from equipment and at 63" [1.6 m] from ground):
58.2 dB (A). (Results determined according to ISO-3746: 1995 Second Edition Standard: Acoustics Determination of Sound
Power Levels of Noise Sources Survey Method.)
Trademarks
Please take note of the following registered trademark that applies to the wording used throughout the manual:
EndoWrist® is a registered trademark of intuitive Surgical Inc.
Certification
The Reliance Vision Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector meets the applicable requirements of the following standards,:
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standard UL 61010-1, Third Edition.
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standard UL 61010-2-040, Second Edition.
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Canadian Standards Association (CSA) CAN/CSA-C22.2 N° 61010-1, Third Edition.
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) CAN/CSA-C22.2 N° 61010-2-040, Second Edition.
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) CAN/CSA-Z314.8-08, Third Edition.
The base language of this document is ENGLISH. Any translation must be made from the base language document.
Governing Directive for the affixing of the CE
mark:
Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC as amended by
2007/47/EC.
Standards applied to demonstrate conformity to the
directive:
EN/IEC 61010-1, Third Edition; EN/IEC 61326-1, 2005;
EN/IEC 61010-2-040: Second Edition;
ISO 15883-112006 Washer-Disinfectors General
requirements, terms and definitions and tests;
ISO 15883-212006 Washer-Disinfectors Requirements
and tests for washer-disinfectors employing thermal
disinfection for surgical instruments, anaesthetic
equipment, bowls, dishes, receivers, utensils, glassware,
etc.
Addresses
The base language of this document is
ENGLISH. Any translation must be
made from the base language
document.
Manufactured by:
STERIS Canada ULC
490 boulevard Armand-Paris
Québec (Québec)
CANADA G1C 8A3
Sales and Service –America, Oceania and Asia:
STERIS Corporation
5960 Heisley Road
Mentor, Ohio 44060
800-548-4873
Sales and Service – Europe, Middle-East and Africa:
STERIS
116 Avenue de Magudas, 33185
Le Haillan
FRANCE
Support Service, by email:
All other requests, by phone:
+33 5 56 93 94 94
European Community Representative:
STERIS Ireland Limited
IDA Business and Technology Park
Tullamore
1. When the optional Process Data Validation System (PDVS) or the optional Control Enhancement System is present
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County Offaly
R35 X865
Ireland
Website: www.steris.com
© 2021, STERIS Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Number Description Page
1 Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Safety Precautions Introduction .............................................................................................. 1
1.2 Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................ 1
2 Symbols and Labels....................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Equipment Symbols........................................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Nameplate Symbols ....................................................................................................................... 6
2.3 Transportation and Storage........................................................................................................... 6
3 Component Identification ............................................................................................................................. 9
3.1 Component Identification Introduction.................................................................................... 9
3.2 Washer/Disinfector General..................................................................................................... 9
3.3 Control System ............................................................................................................................. 13
3.4 Emergency Safety Features......................................................................................................... 20
3.5 SCS Conveyor System (Option) .................................................................................................... 20
3.6 Control Enhancement System (Option)....................................................................................... 21
3.7 Process Data Validation System (PDVS) (Option) ...................................................................... 21
3.8 Chemicals and Cycles ................................................................................................................... 21
4 Operating Instructions ................................................................................................................................ 27
4.1 Operating Instructions Introduction....................................................................................... 27
4.2 Before Operating Equipment ....................................................................................................... 27
4.3 Accessories ................................................................................................................................... 29
4.4 Flexible Hoses for Cannulated Instruments (Accessory) ........................................................... 40
4.5 Manual Loading............................................................................................................................. 46
4.6 Automatic Loading ....................................................................................................................... 48
4.7 Manual Entry of Cycle to be Processed ...................................................................................... 51
4.8 Typical Cycle Operation ................................................................................................................ 53
4.9 Unloading Washer/Disinfector .................................................................................................... 57
4.10 Responding to a Warning Message............................................................................................. 59
4.11 Responding to an Alarm............................................................................................................... 60
4.12 Pause a Cycle ................................................................................................................................ 61
4.13 Abort a Cycle ................................................................................................................................ 62
4.14 Shutdown ...................................................................................................................................... 63
4.15 Power Failure ................................................................................................................................ 63
4.16 Visual Inspection........................................................................................................................... 65
5 Cycle And Control Value Programming ..................................................................................................... 67
5.1 Cycle and Control Value Programming Introduction ............................................................ 67
5.2 General .......................................................................................................................................... 67
5.3 Supervisor Mode Menus .............................................................................................................. 75
5.4 Supervisors Menu......................................................................................................................... 78
5.5 Cycles Menu .................................................................................................................................. 79
5.6 Machine Setup Menu.................................................................................................................... 85
5.7 Print Menu .................................................................................................................................... 90
5.8 Using Control Enhancement System (Option) ............................................................................ 91
5.9 Using Process Data Validation System (PDVS) (Option) ............................................................ 91
6 Routine Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 93
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6.1 Routine Maintenance Introduction ........................................................................................ 93
6.2 Preventive Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 93
6.3 Routine Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 94
6.4 Debris Screen ................................................................................................................................ 96
6.5 Water Outlet Connection.............................................................................................................. 97
6.6 Clean Washer/Disinfector Exterior .............................................................................................. 97
6.7 DECONTAM Cycle ......................................................................................................................... 98
6.8 Chemical Container Replacement..............................................................................................100
6.9 Changing Paper Roll and Printer Ink Cartridge .........................................................................101
6.10 Inspect and Clean Rotary Spray Arm Assemblies ....................................................................104
6.11 Door Safety Test.........................................................................................................................107
6.12 Chamber Water Level Floats......................................................................................................110
7 Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................................................111
7.1 Troubleshooting — Introduction...............................................................................................111
7.2 Troubleshooting General ......................................................................................................111
7.3 ALARM# 3 POWER FAILURE DURING CYCLE ...........................................................................112
7.4 ALARM# 4 WATER TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH........................................................................112
7.5 ALARM# 5 WATER TEMPERATURE NOT REACHED ................................................................112
7.6 ALARM# 6 SUMP TOO LONG TO FILL .......................................................................................113
7.7 ALARM# 7 WATER SAFETY LEVEL REACHED ..........................................................................113
7.8 Alarm# 8 LOAD DOOR OPEN DURING PROCESS .....................................................................113
7.9 ALARM# 9 UNLOAD DOOR OPEN DURING PROCESS .............................................................114
7.10 ALARM# 10 LOAD DOOR DID NOT OPEN.................................................................................114
7.11 ALARM# 11 UNLOAD DOOR DID NOT OPEN ...........................................................................115
7.12 ALARM# 12 LOAD DOOR DID NOT CLOSE................................................................................115
7.13 ALARM# 13 UNLOAD DOOR DID NOT CLOSE ..........................................................................115
7.14 ALARM# 16 SUMP RTD DEFECTIVE..........................................................................................116
7.15 ALARM# 17 CHEMICAL 1 EMPTY (PUMP NAME) ....................................................................116
7.16 ALARM# 18 CHEMICAL 2 EMPTY (PUMP NAME) ....................................................................117
7.17 ALARM# 19 CHEMICAL 3 EMPTY (PUMP NAME) ....................................................................117
7.18 ALARM# 20 CHEMICAL 4 EMPTY (PUMP NAME) ....................................................................117
7.19 ALARM# 21 CHEMICAL 5 EMPTY (PUMP NAME) ....................................................................118
7.20 ALARM# 25 LOAD DOOR OBSTRUCTED...................................................................................118
7.21 ALARM# 26 UNLOAD DOOR OBSTRUCTED .............................................................................119
7.22 ALARM# 28 PUMP PRESSURE NOT DETECTED ......................................................................119
7.23 ALARM# 29 PV SUMP RTD DEFECTIVE....................................................................................120
7.24 ALARM# 34 PV FLUSHING WATER TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH .............................................120
7.25 ALARM# 35 SUMP DRAIN TOO LONG ......................................................................................121
7.26 ALARM# 36 MAIN AIR PRESSURE NOT DETECTED.................................................................121
7.27 ALARM# 37 PREVIOUS DRAIN INCOMPLETE...........................................................................121
7.28 ALARM# 38 CHEMICAL 1 INJECTION OUT OF RANGE .............................................................122
7.29 ALARM# 39 CHEMICAL 2 INJECTION OUT OF RANGE .............................................................122
7.30 ALARM# 40 CHEMICAL 3 INJECTION OUT OF RANGE .............................................................123
7.31 ALARM# 41 CHEMICAL 4 INJECTION OUT OF RANGE .............................................................123
7.32 ALARM# 42 CHEMICAL 5 INJECTION OUT OF RANGE .............................................................123
7.33 ALARM# 67 PV THERMAL TEMPERATURE OUT OF RANGE ..................................................124
7.34 ALARM# 70 PV CONDUCTIVITY SYSTEM DEFECTIVE..............................................................124
7.35 ALARM# 72 PV PUMP PRESSURE NOT DETECTED ................................................................125
7.36 ALARM# 73 PV PUMP PRESSURE SYSTEM DEFECTIVE .........................................................125
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7.37 ALARM# 84 DRYING RTD DEFECTIVE.......................................................................................125
7.38 ALARM# 92 UNLOAD CONVEYOR FULL ...................................................................................126
7.39 ALARM# 93 MOTOR OVERLOAD TRIPPED...............................................................................126
7.40 ALARM# 94 DRYING TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH .....................................................................127
7.41 ALARM# 96 PV DRYING RTD DEFECTIVE .................................................................................127
7.42 ALARM# 97 PV AIR TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH.......................................................................127
7.43 ALARM# 99 LEAK DETECTION CHEMICAL PUMP 1.................................................................128
7.44 ALARM# 100 LEAK DETECTION CHEMICAL PUMP 2...............................................................128
7.45 ALARM# 101 LEAK DETECTION CHEMICAL PUMP 3...............................................................128
7.46 ALARM# 102 LEAK DETECTION CHEMICAL PUMP 4...............................................................129
7.47 ALARM# 103 LEAK DETECTION CHEMICAL PUMP 5...............................................................129
7.48 WARNING# 1 COLD WATER PRESSURE LOW..........................................................................130
7.49 WARNING# 10 HOT WATER PRESSURE IS LOW .....................................................................130
7.50 WARNING# 11 CHEMICAL 1 LOW (Pump Name).....................................................................131
7.51 WARNING# 12 CHEMICAL 2 LOW (Pump Name).....................................................................131
7.52 WARNING# 13 CHEMICAL 3 LOW (Pump Name).....................................................................132
7.53 WARNING# 14 CHEMICAL 4 LOW (Pump Name).....................................................................132
7.54 WARNING# 15 CHEMICAL 5 LOW (Pump Name).....................................................................133
7.55 WARNING# 16 EXCESSIVE FOAMING .......................................................................................133
7.56 WARNING# 17 PV RINSE WATER CONDUCTIVITY TOO HIGH.................................................134
7.57 CHAMBER DOES NOT DRAIN PROPERLY.................................................................................134
7.58 DISPLAY SHOWS BLACK AND RED SCREEN WITH AN ERROR MESSAGE OR WHITE
SCREEN WITH STERIS LOGO .....................................................................................................134
7.59 GENERATED PRINTOUT IS LIGHT OR BLANK, OR PARTS OF CHARACTERS ARE MISSING
ON GENERATED PRINTOUT.......................................................................................................135
7.60 IF WASHER/DISINFECTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SCS CONVEYOR SYSTEM (OPTION),
TRANSFER DOES NOT OCCUR BETWEEN CONVEYORS AND CHAMBER ..............................135
7.61 IF WASHER/DISINFECTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SCS CONVEYOR SYSTEM (OPTION),
BAR CODE READER DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY (CYCLE MUST BE MANUALLY
SELECTED EVEN IF A BAR CODE TAG IS PRESENT) ................................................................136
7.62 INTERIOR LIGHT DOES NOT TURN ON .....................................................................................136
7.63 LOAD COMES OUT DIRTY AT CYCLE END .................................................................................136
7.64 LOAD COMES OUT WET AT CYCLE END ...................................................................................137
7.65 NO AUDIBLE SIGNAL WHEN ALARM OCCURS, WHEN CYCLE IS COMPLETED, ETC..............138
7.66 NO DISPLAY ON TOUCH SCREEN..............................................................................................138
7.67 PHASE STOPS FOR NO APPARENT REASON...........................................................................138
7.68 PRINTER DOES NOT WORK .......................................................................................................139
7.69 PRINTER PRINTOUT IS ERRATIC ...............................................................................................139
7.70 PUMP STARTS BEFORE APPROPRIATE CHAMBER WATER LEVEL IS REACHED .................140
7.71 TOP ROTARY SPRAY ARM ASSEMBLY DOES NOT ROTATE DURING CYCLE .........................140
7.72 TOUCH SCREEN DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY........................................................................140
7.73 WATER LEAKS FROM WASHER/DISINFECTOR........................................................................141
8 Replacement Parts and Consumable Products......................................................................................143
8.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................143
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LIST OF FIGURES
Description Page
Figure 3-1 Washer/Disinfector......................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 3-2 Chemical Injection Pumps .............................................................................................................. 12
Figure 3-3 Chamber and Service Access Interior ............................................................................................ 13
Figure 3-4 Control System Location ................................................................................................................ 14
Figure 3-5 Printer.............................................................................................................................................. 19
Figure 3-6 Air Compressor (Accessory) ........................................................................................................... 19
Figure 3-7 SCS Conveyor System (Option) ...................................................................................................... 20
Figure 4-1 Chemical Container ......................................................................................................................... 28
Figure 4-2 Flexible Hold-Down Screen............................................................................................................ 30
Figure 4-3 Mesh Instrument Tray.................................................................................................................... 30
Figure 4-4 Instrument Stringer ........................................................................................................................ 31
Figure 4-5 Vision Multi-Function Rack For Small Items................................................................................. 31
Figure 4-6 Vision Multi-Function Rack For Large Items ................................................................................ 32
Figure 4-7 General Purpose Vision Rack ......................................................................................................... 33
Figure 4-8 Two-Level Vision Manifold Rack and Vision Multi-Function Rack.............................................. 34
Figure 4-9 Three-Level Vision Manifold Rack and Vision Multi-Function Rack ........................................... 35
Figure 4-10 Four-Level Vision Manifold Rack ................................................................................................ 36
Figure 4-11 Four-Level Vision SC Manifold Rack ......................................................................................... 36
Figure 4-12 Five-Level Vision Manifold Rack.................................................................................................. 37
Figure 4-13 MIS Vision SC Manifold Rack ....................................................................................................... 38
Figure 4-14 AN Vision SC Manifold Rack......................................................................................................... 39
Figure 4-15 da Vinci Rack ................................................................................................................................. 40
Figure 4-16 Flexible Hoses Connected to Irrigation Ports ............................................................................. 41
Figure 4-17 Examples of Cannulated Instruments ........................................................................................ 41
Figure 4-18 Flexible Hose and Cannulated Instrument Connection.............................................................. 42
Figure 4-19 Correct Placement of Flexible Hoses For Cannulated Instruments ......................................... 44
Figure 4-20 Incorrect Placement of Flexible Hoses and Cannulated Instruments....................................... 45
Figure 4-21 Bar Code Tag Insertion ................................................................................................................. 49
Figure 6-1 Top Rotary Spray Arm Assembly.................................................................................................106
Figure 6-2 Bottom Rotary Spray Arm Assembly ..........................................................................................107
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LIST OF TABLES
Description Page
Table 2-1 Definition of Symbols......................................................................................................................... 5
Table 2-2 Definition of Symbols......................................................................................................................... 6
Table 2-3 Definition of Symbols on Crates........................................................................................................ 7
Table 3-1 Cycles Using Prolystica Ultra Concentrate Chemicals .................................................................. 22
Table 3-2 Prolystica Ultra Concentrate Chemicals Specifications ................................................................. 23
Table 3-3 Cycles Using Other STERIS Chemicals ........................................................................................... 24
Table 3-4 Other STERIS Chemicals Specifications ......................................................................................... 24
Table 4-1 Cycle Names and Bar Code Tag Numbers ...................................................................................... 48
Table 5-1 Reliance Vision — Cycle Description Chart (With Prolystica Ultra Concentrate
Chemicals) ............................................................................................................................................. 69
Table 5-2 Reliance Vision Cycle Description Chart: ROBOTIC Cycle......................................................... 72
Table 5-3 Reliance Vision Cycle Description Chart (With Other STERIS Chemicals) ................................... 73
Table 5-4 Monitored Parameters (Alarm Generation).................................................................................... 91
Table 5-5 Monitored Parameters (Record and Storage) ................................................................................ 91
Table 5-6 Monitored Parameters (Alarm Generation) ................................................................................... 91
Table 5-7 Monitored Parameters (Record and Storage) ................................................................................ 92
Table 6-1 Routine Maintenance - Checklist ................................................................................................... 94
Table 8-1 Replacement Parts and Consumables..........................................................................................143
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Safety Precautions
1.1 Safety Precautions — Introduction
The following Safety Precautions must be observed when uncrating/installing, operating or servicing this equipment.
WARNING indicates the potential for personal injury and CAUTION indicates the potential for damage to equipment. It
is important to review ALL Safety Precautions before operating or servicing the equipment.
Strictly following these Safety Precautions enhances the Customer’s ability to safely and effectively utilize the unit and
helps avoid improper maintenance methods which may damage the unit or render it unsafe. It is important to
understand that these Safety Precautions are not exhaustive; Customers are encouraged to develop their own safety
policies and procedures to enhance and complement these Safety Precautions.
1.2 Safety Precautions
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD
Always load empty baskets on appropriate loading cart or surface.
Always use a hold-down screen to secure small or light items. While loading instrument racks, do not
place miscellaneous articles on the sides of instrument trays. Incorrect rack loading/overloading could
lead to injury and/or damage to the equipment or instruments.
If an obstruction is present in the chamber door, obstruction sensor will detect obstruction and door will
not close. Wait until water flow has stopped before removing an obstruction.
Regularly scheduled preventive maintenance is required for safe and reliable operation of this equipment.
Contact STERIS to schedule preventive maintenance or obtain the necessary maintenance manual if
preventive maintenance is performed by Customer.
Maximum operating weight, including weight of basket and load, is 61 kg [135 lb] for Reliance Vision
Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector.
Repairs and Service adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-trained
service personnel. Repairs and adjustments performed by unqualified personnel or installation of
unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, result in improper equipment performance, void the
warranty or result in costly damage. Contact STERIS regarding service options.
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WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
Risk of pinch point between door and threshold when the door opens. Keep fingers away from threshold.
Risk of pinch point between door and upper panel. Do not push on top portion of doors; do not push on
door when door is rising; do not push on door when door is jammed.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND/OR BURN HAZARD
Fasteners and star washers are used to ensure protective bonding continuity. Always reinstall any star
washer which may have been removed during installation or servicing.
Pressing bottom portion of POWER (ON/OFF) toggle switch to turn off washer/disinfector DOES NOT cut
off electrical power. Lockout/Tagout building electrical disconnect switch to turn off power to
washer/disinfector for maintenance or repairs.
Repairs and Service adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-trained
service personnel. Service personnel must disconnect all utilities to unit before servicing. No one should
service unit unless all utilities have been properly locked out. Always follow local electrical codes and
safety-related work practices.
WARNING
POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD
When washer/disinfector is installed on a combustible floor, floor must be covered with a metal sheet
extending to the outer edges of washer/disinfector.
WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN AND/OR EYE INJURY HAZARD
Chemicals are caustic and can cause adverse effects to exposed tissues. Do not allow chemicals used in
the washer/disinfector to contact eyes, skin, or do not attempt to swallow. Read and follow the
precautions and instructions on the chemical label and in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) prior to handling
the chemical, refilling the chemical container or servicing the chemical injection pump. Wear appropriate
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) whenever handling the chemical or servicing the chemical injection
pump and lines.
Wear gloves and eye protection when using a chemical. Avoid contact with the eyes or skin. If a chemical
spills or splashes on you, flush the affected area with water for 15 minutes. If swallowed, DO NOT induce
vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
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WARNING
BURN HAZARD
Except for an emergency, do not open door while cycle is in progress. In an emergency, first stop cycle by
pressing STOP followed by Abort on touch screen. Wait for water flow to stop. Once door is opened, wear
appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) whenever reaching into the chamber.
If an obstruction is present in chamber door, DO NOT attempt to remove the object. Door automatically
raises and remains open. Hot water and steam may be sprayed through door opening. Always wear
appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and wait for water flow to stop.
Inner surfaces of washer/disinfector are very hot after cycle is completed. Allow washer/disinfector to
cool down before touching chamber. Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE),
including gloves as well as a face shield, and avoid all contact with inner walls when reaching into
chamber.
WARNING
SLIPPING HAZARD
To prevent slips, keep floors dry. Promptly clean up any spills or drippage. For spills or drippage of
detergents or other chemicals, follow safety precautions and handling procedures set forth on detergent
or chemical label and/or Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
CAUTION
POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Always select a cycle appropriate for the items being processed. Failure to do so may result in product
damage.
Filters may be damaged from foreign oils and other contaminants. When replacing the filters, do not
touch new filter with bare hands. Open plastic wrapping and hold filter through the wrapping when
inserting into the filter housing.
Suction tips (as well as other items) must be fully enclosed within the accessory (curved suction tips
facing inward) to prevent obstruction in conveyor system.
Use nonabrasive cleaners when cleaning unit. Follow directions on containers and rub in a back-and-forth
motion (in same direction as surface grain). Abrasive cleaners will damage stainless steel. Cleaners
rubbed in a circular motion or applied with a wire brush or steel wool on door and chamber assemblies
can be harmful to stainless steel. Do not use these cleaners on painted surfaces.
Use silicone lubricant to lubricate squeeze tubes. Petroleum-based lubricants, such as petroleum jelly or
grease, will damage squeeze tubes.
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When choosing a detergent, select one with a low-chloride content. Detergents with a high-chloride
content must not be used, as such detergents may harm stainless steel.
Wipe all plastic surfaces or painted surfaces with 70% isopropyl alcohol cleaner (such as glass or
countertop cleaners).
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Symbols and Labels
2.1 Equipment Symbols
The table below contains symbols which may be on your equipment components:
Table 2-1. Definition of Symbols
Symbol Definition
Protective Earth (Ground).
Warning! Risk of Electrical Shock.
Attention. Refer to Manual For Further Instructions.
ON (For Part of Equipment).
OFF (For Part of Equipment).
Caution. Hot Surface.
Risk of Crushing Fingers or Hands.
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2.2 Nameplate Symbols
The table below contains symbols which may be on the identification nameplate of your equipment:
Table 2-2. Definition of Symbols
Symbol Definition
Model of Equipment.
Serial Number of Equipment.
Unique Device Identification.
Year of Manufacture of the Equipment.
Safe Disposal of the Device — Refer to Instruction for Use.
Medical Device.
Power Rating of Processor: Voltage, Frequency (Hertz), Type of Supply.
Address of Manufacturing Facility.
Address of European Community Representative.
2.3 Transportation and Storage
Symbols on the shipping crates stipulate equipment transport and storage environmental conditions for temperature
and relative humidity as well as storage conditions and handling information.
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