What procedure should be followed after being notified of a failed test?
If possible, use another sterilizer until you receive back the results of the retest. The operator should review the test reports content of load to verify it wasnt overloaded and check that the manufacturers operating instructions are being followed. After sterilizing the retest BI (biological indicator), verify that the Class 5 Steam Integrator (that comes with the BI) color change is complete or has moved into the pass area, which allows you to release the sterilized load. If the Steam Integrator is a shade of gray, sterility has not been achieved and most likely the BI results will be positive again (failed test). We will notify you of failed BIs immediately. After two failed BI tests, we recommend contacting your sterilizer repair company. We have a dealer contact list if you need a repair company in your area to assist you.
