STERIS Reliance EPS
STERIS · Model Reliance EPS
Endoscope Reprocessor The Reliance EPS Endoscope Processing System and its oxidizing chemistry provide a safe and efficient alternative to aldehyde-based high level disinfection solutions and processors. This system eliminates staff exposure hazards associated with aldehyde-based solutions through the use of a generational, oxidizing chemistry; ensures efficacy of every cycle with single-use chemistry; and safely accelerates throughput with a dual scope processor. Features include: "boot" technology for virtually connector-less scope reprocessing; a process indicator to detect an effective dose of high level disinfection solution; one-touch processor decontamination cycles, optional washing phases and single or dual-scope processing capabilities.
Key tips
- ·A failed leak test means the scope does not get reprocessed or used - send it for repair, full stop.
- ·A shortened reprocessing cycle is a real infection-control failure, not a minor deviation - follow AAMI ST91 exactly.
- ·Track light-source lamp-hours against the manufacturer's limit rather than running to failure.
Typical Failure Modes
Failure patterns typical of this equipment class - general BMET reference, not verified against this exact unit's own service history unless flagged. Severity is a category-level estimate.
Chemical dosing pump fault
HighSymptoms: Under/over-dosed disinfectant; cycle fails self-test.
Root cause: Worn peristaltic pump or clogged dosing line.
Channel connector / leak test fault
HighSymptoms: Cycle aborts on leak or connectivity test.
Root cause: Worn connector fitting or a blocked scope channel.
Water filtration / UV fault
MediumSymptoms: Failed rinse-water quality alarm.
Root cause: Saturated filter or UV lamp failure.
Door seal / interlock fault
LowSymptoms: Won't start cycle, door won't seal.
Root cause: Worn door gasket or interlock switch.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
The parts a BMET typically services on this class of equipment. Service class and relative cost are general engineering estimates for the category, not figures from this unit's documentation. Part numbers appear only when pulled from this unit's own service manual. Always confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Chemical dosing pump
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
Water filter cartridge (bacterial/particulate)
Consumable; replace per cycle count.
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Easy
UV lamp (where equipped)
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Door gasket / seal
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $R&R Fairly easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical dosing pump | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Moderate |
| Water filter cartridge (bacterial/particulate) Consumable; replace per cycle count. | Frequent wear item | $$ | Easy |
| UV lamp (where equipped) | Frequent wear item | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Door gasket / seal | Periodic replacement | $ | Fairly easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Leak testing before each reprocessing cycle
- ·Scope reprocessing per AAMI ST91
- ·Light source lamp-hour tracking
- ·Annual full PM
Troubleshooting Approach
A structured starting point derived from the failure modes above. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Chemical dosing pump fault
- Confirm the presentation - typically under/over-dosed disinfectant; cycle fails self-test - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: worn peristaltic pump or clogged dosing line.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the chemical dosing pump per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Symptom: Channel connector / leak test fault
- Confirm the presentation - typically cycle aborts on leak or connectivity test - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: worn connector fitting or a blocked scope channel.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the water filter cartridge (bacterial/particulate) per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Endoscopy suite / GI lab
- Operating Room
- Bronchoscopy suite
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