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• 0 <br /> TRAINING FOR STEAM STERILIZER OPERATIONS <br /> NAME: / '�Prtu`-� &(r�..� SQ DATE: /2-3/-Zoic <br /> BEFORE YOU BEGIN OPERATIONS <br /> 1. Take a quick walk around. Look for damage, excessive litter and examine steam, <br /> hydraulic and electrical lines for loose fittings or wear. <br /> 2. Open the sterilizer door and check the door and seal for waste or debris. Clean the <br /> bottom of the seal daily. Lubricate the seal between all loads. <br /> 3. Remove and clean the two strainers at the start of the shift. <br /> 4. Remove any waste that may have accumulated within the sterilizer vessel. <br /> 5. Examine the sterilizer carts and remove any material that may be stuck to the carts. <br /> Check the casters for smooth operation. <br /> LOADING THE CARTS AND STERILIZER <br /> 1. Put on your gloves, eye protection and apron or cover gown. <br /> 2. Line the cart with a large clear plastic autoclave bag. <br /> 3. Place the red biohazard bags in the lined cart. Make sure each bag is securely tied at the <br /> top and placed in the lined cart in an upright position. Do not overfill the cart. (Each cart <br /> should hold about 9 or 10 bags) <br /> 4. Pull the clear autoclave bag over the top of the red bags and secure it at the top. Roll the <br /> cart into the sterilizer and push it to the back. Repeat these steps for the second and third <br /> carts. <br /> WHEN ALL THE CARTS ARE FULL AND LOADED <br /> 1. Depress the "start"button for the hydraulic pump. <br /> 2. Pull the sterilizer door closed. Push the hydraulic valve lever,rotating the locking ring <br /> into the locked position. <br /> 3. After the locking ring has rotated into the locked position,pull the safety lock handle into <br /> the closed position. <br />