Manufacturer's Specifications; Maintenance By Authorized Service Technician - Stryker FLUID SAFE Handbuch

Care and Maintenance
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Autoclave sterilization
Gas sterilization
Gamma ray sterilization
Two-year maintenance interval
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Unauthorized personnel
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9.5 Sterilization of Reusable Tube Set
The maximum number of sterilization cycles for the tube set is determined by the
manufacturer (see tube packaging). Never exceed the number of sterilization
cycles recommended by the manufacturer.
Use the tear-off tabs attached to the tube set to keep track of the number of sterilization
cycles. The tube set may not be sterilized after the last tab has been removed.
Always check the reusable tube set for signs of deterioration before use and after
sterilization. Never use a tube set which shows signs of deterioration, including
cracking, brittleness, or signs of perforation.
Only clean,202-0324-0_short intructions.pdf dry, disinfected, and assembled
tube sets should be sterilized in an autoclave. Please follow the instruction
manual of the autoclave you are using. The manufacturer recommends
autoclaving as follows:
134 °C / 3 bar / 5 min
Only gas-sterilize a clean, dry, disinfected, and assembled tube set. Please follow
your gas sterilizer's instruction manual for proper use when using gas sterilization.
Do not perform gamma ray sterilization.
9.6

Manufacturer's Specifications

The manufacturer stipulates that qualified personnel or hospital technicians
must regularly test the device to assess its functionality and technical safety. This
inspection has to be carried out once a year. The tests are described in chapter 10
Annual Inspection, page 38.
Regular inspections will assist in early detection of possible malfunctions. This
helps preserve the device and increases its safety and service life.
9.7

Maintenance by Authorized Service Technician

An authorized service technician has to inspect and service the device at
appropriate intervals to ensure the safety and functionality of the unit. The
minimum service interval is two years, depending on frequency and duration of
use. If the service interval is not maintained, the manufacturer does not assume
any liability for the functional safety of the device. A sticker located on the rear
panel of the device will remind you of the latest date for the next service or
maintenance check. Authorized service technicians are only trained and certified
by the manufacturer.
All of the service tasks, such as changes, modifications, repairs, calibrations, etc.
may be carried out only by the manufacturer or manufacturer approved trained
and skilled technicians.
The manufacturer is not liable for the operational safety of the device if
unauthorized persons conduct this inspection or any other service tasks.
Unauthorized opening of the device and repairs performed by unauthorized
personnel or third parties and/or changes or modifications release the
manufacturer of any liability concerning the operational safety of the device.
Receiving technical documentation from the manufacturer does not authorize individuals
to perform repairs, adjustments, or alterations on the device or accessories/peripherals.
Ask the service technician for a certificate after he or she has inspected the unit
or performed any service tasks. This certificate has to list