Steris Reliance 1227 User manual

920518191
Revision E
Reliance®1227
Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector
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® 1227 Cart
and Utensil Washer/Disinfector.
All personnel involved in the use and maintenance of this washer/disinfectors 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 a washer/disinfector and should be retained in a conveniently accessible
area for quick reference.
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 your
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.
Advisory
IMPORTANT: A listing of the Safety Precautions to be observed when uncrating, installing and testing this washer/disinfector
can be found in section Safety Precautions of this manual. Do not begin uncrating/installing the equipment until you have
become familiar with this information.
STERIS does not intend, recommend or represent in any way that the Reliance 1227 Cart and Utensil
Washer/Disinfector be used for the terminal disinfection or sterilization of any regulated medical device. These
washer/disinfectors 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.
To help ensure operators are adequately trained in the safe use of the equipment, STERIS recommends:
• 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.

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Indications For Use
The Reliance 1227 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector is intended for use in the cleaning and low-level disinfection of
bedpans and urinals, basins, carts, beds, theatre shoes and other miscellaneous reusable items used in the care of
patients.
This washer/disinfector is specifically designed only for the uses outlined in this manual. If there is any doubt about a
specific material or product, contact the product manufacturer for recommended washing techniques.
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 1227 Cart and Utensil 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): 65 dB (A).
Certification
The Reliance 1227 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector meets the applicable requirements of the following standards,
as certified by UL:
• Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standard UL 61010-1, 2005.
• Canadian Standards Association (CSA) CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1, Third Edition.
Standards applied to demonstrate conformity to the directive:
• EN ISO 15883-1:2006, ANSI/AAMI ST 15883-1 and CSA Z15883-1:2009 Washer-disinfectors - General
requirements, definitions and tests.
• EN ISO 15883- 6:2011: Requirements and tests for general purpose washer-disinfectors employing thermal
disinfection for non-invasive medical devices, washbowls, utensils, transit containers, etc.

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Addresses
The base language of this document
is ENGLISH. Any translation must be
made from the base language
document.
Manufactured by:
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