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The Sani System is an electromedical device for high-level sanitization in environments with a high risk of biological contamination (class IIA medical device for professional use). Fields of application: disinfection manufacturing plants - sanitisation manufacturing plants - infection manufacturing plants - disinfection industries - sanitisation industries - infection industries


 
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  1. SANITIZING AND STEAM

    1.01. What does sanitising mean?
    1.02. Where is it necessary to sanitise surfaces?
    1.03. Doesn’t normal cleaning sanitise?
    1.04. Why is it not possible to sanitise surfaces using
              a conventional steam generator?
    1.05. What does “superheated dry saturated steam” mean?

  2. OPERATION - USE AND ADVANTAGES OF THE SANI SYSTEM

    2.01. What is the Sani System?
    2.02. Who manufactures it?
    2.03. What is the principle on which its operation is based?
    2.04. What advantages does the Sani System offer compared with conventional methods (disinfectants)?
    2.05. At what temperature is the steam delivered by the Polti Sani System?
    2.06. Does the Polti Sani System have to be used with
              demineralised water or with tap water?
    2.07. What is HPMed?
    2.08. Is it possible to use the Sani System with the HPMed solution
              in the presence of people?
    2.09. What is the added value of HPMed during sanitising?
    2.10. Can the Polti Sani System be used without HPMed or replacing HPMed
              with other products?
    2.11. How long does a bottle of HPMed last?
    2.12. Is there a difference in performance between the Standard Sani System
               and the Check version of the Sani System?
    2.13. What is the purpose of the adaptor supplied with the Polti Sani System?
    2.14. Can I use Polti Sani System on equipment connected to the power mains?
    2.15. At what distance from the surface must the Polti Sani System be used?
    2.16. How long should one wait before using the instruments and rooms
              that have been sanitised again?
    2.17. Do rooms have to be aired after using the Polti Sani System?
    2.18. Do the surfaces have to be dried after using the Polti Sani System?
    2.19. How does the Sani System behave in relation to delicate surfaces
             (fabrics, silk, leather)?
    2.20. How long can the Polti Sani System work on a single tank?
    2.21. How is the Polti Sani System powered?
    2.22. How much power does the system use?

  3. MICROBICIDAL EFFECTIVENESS

    3.01. Against what types of micro-organisms is the Polti Sani System effective?
    3.02. Why is it advisable to sanitise surfaces with the Sani System
              to prevent the risk of infections?
    3.03. Is the Polti Sani System effective against Staphylococcus aureus?
    3.04. Is the Polti Sani System capable of lowering the spore load?
    3.05. What happens to the micro-organisms exterminated
              by the Sani System Polti? Do they remain on the surfaces?
    3.06. 35) For how long does a treated surface maintain an acceptable
              level of safety?



  1. SANITIZING AND STEAM

    1.01. What does sanitising mean?

    Sanitising is an activity, enabling bacterial loads to be lowered and/or viruses to be deactivated, so as to eliminate, therefore, the risk of contamination due to microbial infections. It differs from deep cleaning, which consists simply of removal of dirt without guaranteeing any effectiveness against pathogenic micro-organisms.

    1.02. Where is it necessary to sanitise surfaces?

    It is necessary to sanitise surfaces in all rooms considered to be at risk due to the presence of potentially contaminating biological fluids (hospitals, dentist’s surgeries, veterinary surgeries) or due to heavy pedestrian traffic (schools, hotels, restaurants, gyms) or used for preparing food products (food-processing industries).

    1.03. Doesn’t normal cleaning sanitise?

    Cleaning operations eliminate the visible dirt from surfaces that could act as media for the growth of various micro-organisms, but does not guarantee efficient removal of anything “invisible” such as bacteria, fungi or viruses. What is more, common cleaning methods almost always entail direct physical contact between the instruments used (cloths, brushes, accessories) and the surfaces to be treated. This means that microbial loads may be deposited in or moved from one part to another of the area on which the equipment is used.

    1.04. Why is it not possible to sanitise surfaces using a conventional steam generator?

    With a conventional generator the steam comes out at a maximum temperature of between 120°C and 150°C, the Sani System delivers superheated saturated dry steam at a temperature of 180°C, which is far more effective for sanitising. This is because, in addition to not containing any liquid particles, and therefore being unable to give rise to condensation, it subjects the surfaces and the micro-organisms to a considerable change in temperature that is hardly compatible with microbial life.
    Furthermore, conventional steam generators use accessories that come into contact with the surfaces. The Sani System, instead, is able to carry out sanitising without any direct contact occurring between the delivery nozzle and the surface to be treated.
    The way in which the steam comes out of the delivery nozzle is also different.
    Conventional steam generators are designed for cleaning surfaces and, therefore, deliver concentrated steam, with a force enabling dirt to be detached from the surface. This action is similar to that of a chisel. This type of delivery leads to rapid expansion of the steam, with a consequent rapid drop in temperature.
    The Sani System, on the other hand, is a tool to be used for sanitising. The steam comes out of the delivery nozzle in a more diffused and gentler way and in the form of a cloud. In this way, the steam of the Sani System is able to encase all the surfaces, maintaining its high temperature.

    1.05. What does “superheated dry saturated steam” mean?

    The steam normally generated in a boiler under pressure (and therefore that supplied by traditional steam-generating devices) can potentially reach high temperatures, such as 180°C / 10 bars. As soon as this steam comes out of the nozzle, however, a drop of the pressure inside the boiler inevitably occurs, with a consequent drop in temperature. As a consequence of this, the temperature of the steam leaving a traditional steam generating device is never the same as the temperature generated inside the boiler. It is therefore generally lower.
    In the case of the Sani System, the steam is generated inside a pressurised boiler, and it is subsequently superheated and brought to a temperature of 180°C inside the delivery nozzle, thanks to a controlled-expansion heat exchanging device patented by Polti world-wide. This means that the steam leaves the delivery nozzle reaching a temperature of up to 180°C, with no loss due to pressure drops or other causes. For this reason, the Sani System is the only sanitising system able to boast that it delivers “superheated dry saturated steam”.

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  2. OPERATION - USE AND ADVANTAGES OF THE SANI SYSTEM

    2.01. What is the Sani System?

    The Sani System is an electro medical device for high-level sanitising in rooms where there is a high risk of biological contamination (hospitals, dentists’ surgeries, public places through which a large number of people pass). It is a Class 2A medical device for professional use.

    2.02. Who manufactures it?

    Only Polti. The Sani System is covered by a world-wide patent! Its safety, quality and servicing throughout the country are guaranteed by thirty years of experience as the leading European company in the field of manufacturing of steam delivery devices.

    2.03. What is the principle on which its operation is based?

    The principle according to which the Polti Sani System works is based on dry saturated steam, superheated to 180 °C, combined with the HPMed sanitising liquid. The system enables the elimination of bacteria, fungi and viruses from surfaces.

    2.04. What advantages does the Sani System offer compared with conventional methods (disinfectants)?

    Traditional sanitising methods involve the use of disinfectant solutions, some of which containing a high proportion of chemical substances, that come into contact with the surfaces treated. The limits of this method consist also of the difficulty of getting inside gaps or penetrating into rough or ridged surfaces, thus preventing total sanitising of the contaminated area.
    The Sani System is a sanitising method using only water and HPMed, a sanitising liquid that has been subjected to skin tests and that can be delivered in the presence of people. Use of the Sani System enables a significant reduction in costs by comparison with the purchase of traditional chemical disinfectants and avoids the risk of irritation or hypersensitivity due to their chemical composition.
    Thanks to the principle according to which the Sani System works, it enables sanitising to be carried out without having to come into contact with the surface to be treated. This eliminates any risk of contamination to or from the operator and enables any surface to be reached, even the least accessible nooks and crannies.

    2.05. At what temperature is the steam delivered by the Polti Sani System?

    Thanks to the patented device inside the delivery nozzle of the Polti Sani System, which superheats the steam to a temperature of 180°C, the temperature of the steam leaving the delivery nozzle does not undergo any heat loss. This means that the outgoing steam reaches a temperature of up to 180 °C.

    2.06. Does the Polti Sani System have to be used with demineralised water or with tap water?

    The tank of the Sani System has to be filled with normal tap water, since demineralised water alone might have an aggressive effect on the boiler. In areas in which the mains water is particularly hard, it is possible to fill the tank with equal parts of demineralised water and tap water. Never use distilled water.

    2.07. What is HPMed?

    HPMed is water and alcohol-based solution containing sodium metasilicate and a non-ionic surfactant that acts as an adjuvant to the sanitising action of steam.

    2.08. Is it possible to use the Sani System with the HPMed solution in the presence of people?

    Yes, it is possible to view the laboratory tests of evaluation of the acute inhalation toxicity and the dermatological evaluation by visiting the following website: www.sanisystempolti.com.

    2.09. What is the added value of HPMed during sanitising?

    HPMed is a supplement for the sanitising action of the superheated dry saturated steam delivered by the Polti Sani System. What is more, it eliminates unpleasant smells and degrades the organic material left after the cleaning and sanitising treatment.

    2.10. Can the Polti Sani System be used without HPMed or replacing HPMed with other products?

    Sani System is not designed for use with detergents/sanitising products other than HPMed. The clinical tests were carried out combining steam with the HPMed sanitising liquid. The effectiveness of the Sani System can therefore not be guaranteed if the system is used in conditions other than those specified by the manufacturer.

    2.11. How long does a bottle of HPMed last?

    A bottle of HPMed lasts for approximately one hour in conditions of continuous delivery of steam. By way of example, a dentists’ surgery with a surface area of about 12 square metres, containing a dental unit, a lamp, mechanically operated furniture items and other surfaces within a radius of 3 metres from the operator station can be sanitised in about 3 minutes. Sanitising a dental unit alone takes an average time of about one minute.

    2.12. Is there a difference in performance between the Standard Sani System and the Check version of the Sani System?

    There is no difference in performance between the standard Sani System and the Check version. The only difference consists of the presence in the Sani System Check version, but not in the standard version, of an electronic system for monitoring the functions and certifying the sanitising operations.

    2.13. What is the purpose of the adaptor supplied with the Polti Sani System?

    The adapter has the purpose of concentrating the jet of steam so as to treat pipes, provided they can withstand high temperatures. In these cases, the treatment is carried out using only steam at a high temperature and a high pressure, without adding HPMed. When this type of treatment is required, it is advisable to remove the bottle from the delivery nozzle.

    2.14. Can I use Polti Sani System on equipment connected to the power mains?

    Polti Sani System can be used on electrical equipment that is not powered. It is therefore recommended that all electrical equipment should be disconnected from the power mains before activating the Polti Sani System.

    2.15. At what distance from the surface must the Polti Sani System be used?

    The steam produced by the Polti Sani System should be delivered at a distance of about 10 cm from the surface to be treated, without coming into direct physical contact with it. The system is supplied with a spacer to be positioned on the delivery nozzle that helps to maintain the correct distance from the area treated.

    2.16. How long should one wait before using the instruments and rooms that have been sanitised again?

    In order to be able to re-use surfaces or rooms in which sanitising with Sani System has been carried out, it is sufficient to wait for 30 to 60 seconds, allowing the superheated saturated steam to evaporate completely.

    2.17. Do rooms have to be aired after using the Polti Sani System?

    It is not necessary to air rooms that have been sanitised with the Polti Sani System. In addition it also neutralises any unpleasant smells present in the room.

    2.18. Do the surfaces have to be dried after using the Polti Sani System?

    There is no need to dry surfaces that have been sanitised with the Sani System. The dry steam will evaporate within a few seconds, leaving the surfaces dry and ready to be used again.

    2.19. How does the Sani System behave in relation to delicate surfaces (fabrics, silk, leather)?

    The Polti Sani System does not leave patches, does not stain and does not spoil fabrics. In the event of very delicate surfaces, it is advisable to spray with steam plus HPMed very rapidly, and always using the spacer.

    2.20. How long can the Polti Sani System work on a single tank?

    The Sani System can be used for unlimited periods of time, since it is possible to add water to the tank at any time, without even switching off the device, as it has a continuous filling system.
    With a single tank (capacity 5 litres), the Polti Sani System will continue to run for about one hour, continuing to deliver steam all the time.

    2.21. How is the Polti Sani System powered?

    The Polti Sani System runs off mains power, 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz and 16 A.

    2.22. How much power does the system use?

    The system absorbs a maximum of 2250/2500 W. When the device is on stand-by, consumption drops to only 100W/hr approximately. The stand-by mode allows the device to remain at its working temperature and ready for use without using much power. It is therefore possible to switch on Sani System in the morning and then to proceed with sanitising whenever the need arises, without any more waiting times to return to proper conditions of use.

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  3. MICROBICIDAL EFFECTIVENESS

    3.01. Against what types of micro-organisms is the Polti Sani System effective?

    The effectiveness of Polti Sani System covers many species of bacteria (both gram-positive and gram-negative) and of fungi among those to be found most frequently in places through which many people pass. It is also effective against viruses and spores. It is possible to view all the clinical tests by visiting the following website: www.sanisystempolti.com.

    3.02. Why is it advisable to sanitise surfaces with the Sani System to prevent the risk of infections?

    It is a well known fact that hands are the main vehicle for the transmission of viruses and infectious agents. Touching contaminated surfaces with your hands and then touching your nose or eyes can facilitate infection and, therefore, the onset of diseases. Sanitising surfaces with Sani System means lowering the risk of infection resulting from the contamination of surfaces.

    3.03. Is the Polti Sani System effective against Staphylococcus aureus?

    Polti Sani System has proved its effectiveness against Staphylococcus aureus in many tests carried out in vitro in accordance with European standards and in vivo using samples isolated from hospital sites. It is possible to view all the clinical tests by visiting the following website: www.sanisystempolti.com.

    3.04. Is the Polti Sani System capable of lowering the spore load?

    Spraying for 30 seconds with the Polti Sani System has demonstrated its effectiveness in eliminating up to 97% of a culture of Bacillus spores. It is possible to view the clinical tests by visiting the following website: www.sanisystempolti.com.

    3.05. What happens to the micro-organisms exterminated by the Sani System Polti? Do they remain on the surfaces?

    The micro-organisms present on the surfaces and killed by treatment with the Polti Sani System remain in the treated areas in the form of organic material, they are de-activated. The cells are often physically destroyed by the sanitising process, and therefore do not entail any risk for human health.

    3.06. For how long does a treated surface maintain an acceptable level of safety?

    In-house tests have shown that a surface sanitised with the Polti Sani System remains at an acceptable level of safety for a long time. In an environment insulated from external contaminations, the bacterial load does not increase for at least 24 hours.

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