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LODI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Page 2 of 5 Environmental Service Department 8440 Waste Sterilizer II Waste Preparation for Processing (Continued) 2. If the graph doesn't show the appropriate temperature and minutes cooked the load must be run again. a. Check the nut and ink marker on the graph to assure its on appropriately. b. Check all valves and then notify Engineering Dept. C. Never place any waste from the autoclave into the solid waste compactor if there is any doubt it's been sterilized. If in doubt place into contracted containers within the fenced area and the hauler will remove per our contract. III Sterilizer Unit Operation A. Obtain Keys for unit from the Basement Janitors Room. B. Do not attempt to open door of unit unless the pressure gauge has no reading indicated. When the door of the unit is safe to open the pressure gauge will drop to "O" (zero). Always check this gauge first and proceed when safe. 1. Unlock the padlock and move the chain out of the locked position. Do not remove lock and chain away from unit. 2. Stand away from the unit to allow the safe release of any steam that may be inside the unit and lift the locking latch at the top. 3. Turn the arrow knob on the unit handle to the up position. Move the handle up and down until the door releases. 4. Open door. Fasten the door open with the hook attached to the back wall to prevent the door from closing on you. C. Holding drawer: I . To open drawer, place the rails down, check for proper alignment. When aligned, pull the drawer out. 2. To close, push the drawer back into the unit, lift rails, unlock door from the wall. D. When filling the sterilizing unit, the drawer must not be filled beyond 75% maximum capacity for processing of each load. Never overload! 1. The bags must be closed securely with a twister or tied into a knot before placement inside the unit. 2. The contents of each bag will not exceed 50% fluid as a total volume.