AMSCO® V-PRO® MAX LOW TEMPERATURE

STERILIZATION SYSTEM (For Use In North America Only)

APPLICATION
The Amsco V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization System
is intended for use in the terminal sterilization of properly
prepared (cleaned, rinsed and dried) metal and nonmetal
medical devices used in Healthcare Facilities. The STERIS
developed low pressure and low temperature Sterilization
Cycles are suitable for sterilizing medical devices sensitive to
heat and moisture.
The Amsco V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization System
performs three pre-programmed Sterilization Cycles: the Lumen
Cycle (approximately 55 minutes to complete), the Non Lumen
Cycle (approximately 28 minutes to complete) and the Flexible
Cycle (approximately 35 minutes to complete).
This sterilization system using the Lumen Cycle can sterilize*
the following:
1. Lumened and non-lumened instruments with diffusion-
restricted spaces such as the hinged portion of forceps
and scissors.
2. Medical devices, including single, dual and triple
channeled rigid and semi-rigid endoscopes, with the
following configurations:
• Single channeled devices with a stainless lumen that is
 0.77 mm (~1/32") internal diameter (ID) and  500 mm
(19-11/16") in length
• Dual channeled devices with stainless lumens that are
 0.77 mm (~1/32") ID and  527 mm (20-3/4") in length
• Triple channeled devices with stainless lumens that are
either:
»  1.2 mm (~3/64") ID and  275 mm (10-52/64") in length (Typical only - some details may vary.)
»  1.8 mm (~5/64") ID and  310 mm (12-13/64") in length
OR This sterilization system using the Flexible Cycle can sterilize
»  2.8 mm (~7/64") ID and  317 mm (12-31/64") in length single or dual lumen surgical flexible endoscopes (such as those
* Validation testing was conducted for all lumen sizes using a maximum of used in ENT, Urology and Surgical Care) and bronchoscopes in
20 lumens per load. Hospital loads should not exceed this validated number either of the two configurations:
of lumens. Validation studies conducted using validation load of two instrument
1. Two flexible endoscopes with a light cord (if not integral to
trays and two pouches for a total weight of 19.65 lb (9.0 kg).
endoscope) and mat with no additional load.‡ The flexible
This sterilization system using Non Lumen Cycle can sterilize† endoscopes may contain either:
non-lumened instruments including non-lumened general medical » A single lumen with an inside diameter of  1 mm
instruments, non-lumened rigid, semi-rigid and flexible (~3/64") and a length of  1050 mm (41")
endoscopes and non-lumened instruments with stainless-steel or » Or two lumens with:
titanium diffusion-restricted areas such as hinged portion of • One lumen with an inside diameter of  1 mm
forceps or scissors. (~3/64") and a length of  990 mm (39")
†
• And the other lumen with an inside diameter of
Validation studies conducted using validation load of two instrument trays and
 1 mm (~3/64") and a length of  850 mm (33")
two pouches for a total weight of 50 lb (22.7 kg). ‡ The validation studies were conducted with two flexible endoscopes, each
packaged into a tray with silicone mat and light cord (if not integral to endoscope)

The Selections Checked Below Apply To This Equipment

UNIT POWER SUPPLY OPTIONS * Conforms to the California Code of Regulations.
❑ 200-208/230 Vac, 3 phase, 50/60 Hz, 16 Amp ❑ IQ/OQ/PQ Protocol (P129385-392)
MOUNTING ❑ Seismic Tie-Down Kit (P146669-354)*
❑ Single Door, Cabinet REMOTE MONITORING
❑ Single Door, Recessed ❑ ProConnect® Technical Support Services
❑ Double Door, Recessed With Panels (Remote Monitoring, Priority Technical Support, Item ________________________
LABELS AND MANUALS Customer Care Center Access, Equipment
❑ French Performance Reports). Available in U.S. and
Location(s)___________________
❑ English Canada only. ____________________________
SD949 (11/01/16)
2. One flexible endoscope with a light cord (if not integral to Each sterilization system is designed, fabricated, assembled
endoscope) and mat and additional non-lumened and tested in accordance with all applicable sections of UL and
instruments including instruments with diffusion-restricted CSA.
areas such as the hinged portion of forceps and
scissors.** The flexible endoscope may contain either: SIZE (W X H X L)
» A single lumen with an inside diameter of  1 mm
(~3/64") and a length of  1050 mm (41") Overall Dimensions:
» Or two lumens with: • Cabinet: 33 x 75-1/8 x 38-5/16" (838 x 1908 x 973 mm)
• One lumen with an inside diameter of  1 mm Recessed: 33 x 75-1/8 x 37-7/8" (838 x 1908 x 962 mm)
(~3/64") and a length of  990 mm (39") Chamber Size:
• And the other lumen with an inside diameter of • 17 x 15 x 32-1/2" (432 x 381 x 826 mm)
 1 mm (~3/64") and a length of  850 mm (33") Chamber Volume:
** The validation studies were conducted with a flexible endoscope in a tray with
• 4.8 cubic feet (136 L)
silicone mat and light cord (if not integral to endoscope). Also included in the
load were an additional instrument tray and one pouch for a total weight of
24 lb (11 kg). FEATURES
NOTE: Single-Use, medical grade polyethylene (PE) and
The chamber and door assembly are aluminum equipped with
Teflon®1 tubing†† with internal diameter 1 mm and length  4 m
a silicone rubber gasket for the door and a welded backhead
may be sterilized in the Flexible Cycle. Up to 26 pieces of tubing
for the chamber.
with no additional load may be sterilized.
1 Insulation fitted on the chamber wall exterior, door and
Teflon is a registered trademark of E. I. duPont de Nemours and Company.
†† backhead is 1" (25 mm) thick (nominal). Insulation is held in
Tubing claims have not been reviewed by the US FDA.
place with hook-and-loop closures.
DESCRIPTION Insulation is constructed of asbestos- and chloride-free, oil and
water resistant (silicone impregnated) fiberglass.
The Amsco V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization System
is specifically designed to only process goods using vaporized Automatic door locking mechanism keeps the sterilization
system door locked during the entire Sterilization Cycle. After
hydrogen peroxide under vacuum conditions. The process is
cycle completion, air pressure is used to unlock the door. The
fully automated, is compatible with a broad range of materials sterilizer door cannot be opened if either electrical power or air
and has rapid Sterilization Cycle times. There are no toxic by- pressure is lost during sterilizer operation. When sterilization
products created by the Sterilization Cycle – only water vapor system is in Standby mode, there are no door opening restrictions.
and oxygen are produced. Chamber heating is achieved through electric strip heaters
The Amsco V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization System attached to the chamber sides, bottom wall, door and
is NOT intended to process liquids, linens, powders or cellulose backhead. Operating temperature is approximately 122°F
materials. (50°C)
The system utilizes specially designed, disposable, multi-use Sterilant cartridge interface only accepts VAPROX HC
Cartridges/Cups (available separately) containing VAPROX® Sterilant Cartridges (Cups). The system control automatically
HC Sterilant and is available in both single and double door tracks the amount of VAPROX HC Sterilant used and the Sterilant
expiration date. The control prompts the user on the control
configurations.
display when a new Cup is needed.
Articles to be sterilized are placed on a racking system within
The proprietary Cup is equipped with a data matrix code to
the aluminum chamber. An automated control enables the
ensure the correct Cup is used in the sterilization unit and that
cycle to be started and monitored by the operator. The touch the Cup contents are not expired; no Cup code (or other
screen is user friendly and easy to operate. information) needs to be entered by the user.
System installation requires no plumbing, ventilation or air There are two Cup options available:
supply – only a dedicated electrical connection is needed. A • Ground Shipped (good for approximately 15 Cycles)
power cord is supplied for this connection.
• Air Shipped (good for approximately four Cycles)
STANDARDS Once Cup is punctured by the Sterilization System, it has a 14-
day “in Unit” shelf life. After use, empty Cups may be disposed
This Amsco V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization System in regular waste.
meets the applicable requirements of the following standards,
as certified by INTERTEK Testing Services:
Cartridge HMI Display
• Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standard UL 61010-1 Printer
Interface
Second Edition
• Canadian Standards Association (CSA) CAN/CSA 22.2
No. 61010-1 Second Edition
Governing Directive for the affixing of the CE mark:
• Medical Device Directive (MDD) 2007/47/EC
Standards applied to demonstrate conformity to the
directives:
• EN 61010-1 • EN 60601-1-2 • EN 14937
• IEC 61010-2-040
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Catalytic converter receives outflow from chamber during all
cycle phases. Catalytic converter converts hydrogen peroxide
into water vapor and oxygen.
Other Components:
The following are furnished to obtain a complete working unit,
ready for (but not including) connection to the facility service
lines:
• Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) are installed p y
for sensing and displaying temperature control of vaporizer
and chamber. Signals from all system RTDs, converted
into electrical impulses, provide accurate control inputs
and readouts throughout the entire cycle.
• Pressure Transducers are installed for sensing and
displaying chamber pressure control. Signals from all
system pressure transducers, converted into electrical
impulses, provide accurate control inputs and readouts Typical Operator Screens
throughout the entire cycle.
• Pneumatic and Solenoid Valves and Switches are used
CONTROL DESCRIPTION
in the sterilization system design to simplify piping and
The Amsco V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization System
increase serviceability.
is equipped with an Allen-Bradley Compact Logix™ (Panel View
• Air Supply and Vacuum Filters are supplied to ensure air Plus™ 6 1000 Display1) control system and an impact printer.
entering chamber is High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA)
1 CompactLogix™ and PanelView™ Plus 6 1000 are trademarks of
filtered (prevent chamber recontamination) and air
Allen-Bradley, a Rockwell Automation Company.
exhausted from vacuum pump is free of entrapped oil and
odor. • Control Display Panel is located on the front of the
sterilization unit in the center while facing the unit. This
• Sterilization System Panels are constructed of plastic color touch panel provides user information and allows
and stainless steel.
user inputs. The display is a 640 x 480 pixel resolution,
• Sterilization System Frame and support system is 10.4" screen. Use of this panel and associated screens is
constructed of welded carbon steel with protective paint. normally self-explanatory. The screens are color coded for
• High Power Vacuum Pump is supplied to produce cycle operator convenience as follows:
vacuum pulses that remove air and moisture from the » Control Screens:
chamber. The direct drive rotary vane pump is quiet
» Condition Phase - Green
(<60 dB) with low vibration. A powerful 3 HP (2.2 kW) » Sterilize Phase - Blue
motor produces a displacement of 53 CFM (90 m3/hr) and » Aeration Phase - Violet
helps alleviate moisture sensitivity in the sterilization unit.
The Sterilizer operating pressure is from atmospheric » Service Screens - Light Blue
pressure down to less than 1 Torr. » Option Screens - Purple
Connectivity to instrument tracking systems is available. » Alarm Screens - Red
ProConnect® Technical Support Services maximizes NOTE: This Sterilization System permits no manual control
operational efficiencies with secure, internet-based, real-time of the Sterilization Cycles.
equipment monitoring. Data from your equipment is used by The Ready, Status, Standby and Cup Empty screens
STERIS to provide pro-active Customer alert notifications, include a cup level indicator (similar to a cell phone battery
technical support, and predictive maintenance. Online parts indicator) in the lower right corner (see Typical Operator
ordering, equipment performance dashboards, and online Screens). For normal operation, each bar represents
service scheduling at steris.com is also available. (ProConnect approximately four cycles remaining (e.g., four bars means
Technical Support Services is available in U.S. and Canada cup contains enough sterilant for 13-16 cycles).
only.) Refer to Tech Data sheet SD983, PROCONNECT
• Printer is located on the front of the sterilization unit on the
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES, for details.
right side while facing the unit. This alphanumeric impact
printer provides an easy to read permanent record of the
Sterilization Cycle. Printer provides a 2-1/4" (5.7 mm), 24-
character wide cycle tape and paper take-up.

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CYCLE DESCRIPTION NOTES
The Amsco V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization System
is equipped with three pre-programmed Sterilization Cycles: 1. For general installation information refer to STERIS General
Notes for Sterilizers (drawing 062941-091). This drawing
Lumen Cycle (approximately 55 minutes to complete),
should always accompany the equipment drawing.
Non Lumen Cycle (approximately 28 minutes to complete) and
Flexible Cycle (approximately 35 minutes to complete). Each 2. Refer to equipment drawing showing all utility and space
Sterilization Cycle proceeds through three phases: requirements for actual installation specifications.
Clearances shown are minimum required for servicing
CONDITION, STERILIZE and AERATION.
equipment. Floor surface must be hard and level.
• CONDITION — This cycle phase is a set time vacuum
3. Sterilization system can be installed recessed or with a
pulse to remove air and moisture from the chamber. When
cabinet package. Each sterilizer is equipped with height
set point is reached, load is tested for acceptable adjusting leveling screws. Locking casters are available for
moisture content. If content is acceptable, cycle installations with limited service clearance. The supplied
proceeds. If not, Condition pulse repeats. power cord is six feet; ensure sterilizer is installed within
NOTE: If Condition phase fails the second moisture check, six feet of facility outlet. This sterilizer needs a NEMA LI5-
the cycle Aborts. 20R electrical receptacle.
• STERILIZE — This cycle phase is a series of four pulses. 4. STERIS recommends maintaining and operating
Each pulse consists of: vacuum pulled to setpoint; VAPROX sterilization system in area where temperature does not
HC Sterilant vapor drawn into chamber; hold for exceed 104°F (40°C). Per AAMI ST58:2013, it is also
recommended to have a ventilation system exchanging
programmed time; filtered air is introduced to setpoint; hold
area air at least 10 times per hour.
for programmed time; deep vacuum pulled to setpoint.
• AERATION — This cycle phase pulls a vacuum to set 5. STERIS recommends a dedicated, grounded electrical
circuit be provided for each unit. Use of an extension cord
point and continues to evacuate for programmed time to
is not recommended.
reduce chamber vapor concentration. Once Aeration
phase is complete, chamber pressure returns to 6. Consult SDS regarding storage and handling of VAPROX
atmospheric and chamber door is unlocked. HC Sterilant Cartridges (Cups).
7. Unit weight – 850 lb (386 kg) recessed and 1020 lb (463 kg)
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE free-standing.
8. Heat loss at 70°F (21°C) – Peak = 1,046 BTU/hr;
Avg. = 942 BTU/hr.
Customers are encouraged to contact STERIS concerning
annual maintenance programs. Preventive maintenance, 9. Requirements for Proconnect Services, refer to Tech Data
adjustments, and replacement of worn parts are provided on sheet SD983, PROCONNECT TECHNICAL SUPPORT
SERVICES,
a scheduled basis to help ensure optimal equipment
performance and help minimize untimely and costly 10. Electrical Consumption, per cycle = 2.2 kW-hr average;
interruptions. STERIS maintains a worldwide staff of well- out of cycle = 0.7 kW-hr average.
equipped, factory-trained technicians to provide these 11. STERIS assumes no responsibility for changes to the Amsco
services, as well as on-site installation, training, and expert V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization System made
repair services. Contact STERIS for details. necessary through failure to observe the supplied necessary
specifications (e.g., incorrect facility power supply).
Some of the Amsco V-PRO maX Low Temperature Sterilization Specifications are subject to change without notice.
System preventive maintenance is usage-based. Vacuum
pump preventive maintenance is due every 750 cycles or six
months. An oil can (yellow) appears on the screen when it is
almost due for maintenance. Can changes to red when
maintenance is required (see sample screen).
CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH
APPLICABLE LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES AND
REGULATIONS.

Sample Preventive Maintenance Screen

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EQUIPMENT DRAWINGS (REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION)
Equipment Drawing
Part Number Equipment Drawing Title
129385-449 Single Door, Recessed

129385-450 Single Door, Cabinet

129385-451 Double Door

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EQUIPMENT DRAWINGS (REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION)
Equipment Drawing
Part Number Equipment Drawing Title
129385-449 Single Door, Recessed

129385-450 Single Door, Cabinet

129385-451 Double Door

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For Further Information, contact:

STERIS Corporation
5960 Heisley Road
Mentor, OH 44060-1834 • USA
440-354-2600 • 800-548-4873
www.steris.com

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architects or designers. Reproduction in whole or in part by any party other than
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