PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Model PSS11-HA & PSS11-HB)
K233132 · Primus Sterilizer Company, LLC · FLE · Dec 19, 2023 · General Hospital
Device Facts
Record ID
K233132
Device Name
PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Model PSS11-HA & PSS11-HB)
Applicant
Primus Sterilizer Company, LLC
Product Code
FLE · General Hospital
Decision Date
Dec 19, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Abbreviated
Regulation
21 CFR 880.6880
Device Class
Class 2
Intended Use
The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Models PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB) is designed for use in surgery, central sterile, and surgery centers. The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer provides efficient steam sterilization of non-porous and porous, heat and moisture stable materials. The sterilizer can be used on various materials that withstand operating temperatures; however, the materials that cannot withstand operating temperatures should not be sterilized using the PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer.
Device Story
Steam sterilizer (autoclave) for surgery, central sterile, and surgery centers; utilizes pressurized steam to sterilize heat/moisture-stable medical materials. Device features 316L stainless steel chamber, jacket, and vertical sliding doors. Operates via PLC (IDEC FC6A or Allen Bradley CompactLogix) with HMI touch screen; provides 11 pre-programmed cycles (Prevac, Gravity, SFPP, Immediate Use, Leak Test). Operator selects cycle via touch screen; system monitors process parameters; thermal printer provides cycle data record. Benefits include efficient sterilization of surgical instruments/fabric packs; ensures sterility assurance level of 10^-6. Safety features include emergency stop, pressure relief valves, and door interlocks.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only. Performance testing demonstrated compliance with ANSI/AAMI ST8:2013/(R)2018, electrical safety (UL 61010-1/2-040), EMC (IEC 60601-1-2), and pressure vessel requirements (ASME Section VIII).
Technological Characteristics
Steam sterilizer; 316L stainless steel chamber (10 Ra finish), 304 stainless steel jacket. Dimensions: PSS11-HA (20"x20"x38"), PSS11-HB (26"x30"x29"). Energy: Steam (building-supplied or electric generator). Control: PLC (IDEC FC6A or Allen Bradley CompactLogix). Connectivity: Ethernet printing. Sterilization: Pressurized steam. Standards: ANSI/AAMI ST8, ASME Section VIII, UL 61010, IEC 60601-1-2.
Indications for Use
Indicated for steam sterilization of heat and moisture stable, non-porous and porous medical materials in surgery, central sterile, and surgery centers. Contraindicated for materials that cannot withstand operating temperatures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A steam sterilizer (autoclave) is a device that is intended for use by a health care provider to sterilize medical products by means of pressurized steam.
Predicate Devices
PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Model PSS11-HC) (K221474)
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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December 19, 2023
PRIMUS Sterilizer Company, LLC % Ankur Naik Managing Director IZiel Healthcare Pentagon P1, Office No. 601 and 604, Magarpatta City, Hadapsar, Pune 411028, Maharashtra India
Re: K233132
Trade/Device Name: PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Models PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 880.6880 Regulation Name: Steam Sterilizer Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: FLE Dated: September 26, 2023 Received: September 27, 2023
Dear Ankur Naik:
We have reviewed your section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database available at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30. Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90. Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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> Sincerely, Christopher K. Dugard -2
Christopher K. Dugard, M.S. Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control
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and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K233132
Device Name
PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Models PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Models PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB) is designed for use in surgery, central sterile, and surgery centers. The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer provides efficient steam sterilization of non-porous and porous, heat and moisture stable materials. The sterilizer can be used on various materials that withstand operating temperatures; however, the materials that cannot withstand operating temperatures should not be sterilized using the PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer.
A table describing the Cycle, Exp. time, Dry time, Recommended load, and maximum items per chamber size is available on the next page.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# Table 1:Factory Programmed Sterilization Cycles for PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer Model PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB.
| | Factory Settings | | | | PSS11-HA | | PSS11-HB | |
|--------------------------------------------------|------------------|--------------|-------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------|--------------------------------------|----------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| Cycle | Exp.<br>Temp. | Exp.<br>Time | Dry<br>Time | Recommended<br>Load<br>(Note 1) | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber Size | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber<br>Size |
| PREVAC<br>1 (vac) | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 30<br>mins | Double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| | | | | Fabric packs | 1.2lb | 6 | 2.4lb | 12 |
| | | | | Single Fabric Pack | 0.2lb | 1 | 0.2lb | 1 |
| PREVAC<br>2 (vac) | 275°F<br>(135°C) | 3<br>min | 30<br>min | Double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| | | | | Fabric packs | 1.2lb | 6 | 2.4lb | 12 |
| | | | | Single Fabric Pack | 0.2lb | 1 | 0.2lb | 1 |
| Steam-<br>Flush<br>Pressure | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 30<br>mins | Double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| Pulse 1 | | | | Fabric packs | 1.2lb | 6 | 2.4lb | 12 |
| | | | | Single Fabric Pack | 0.2lb | 1 | 0.2lb | 1 |
| Steam-<br>Flush<br>Pressure | 275°F<br>(135°C) | 3<br>min | 30<br>mins | Double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| Pulse 2 | | | | Fabric packs | 1.2lb | 6 | 2.4lb | 12 |
| | | | | Single Fabric Pack | 0.2lb | 1 | 0.2lb | 1 |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>PREVAC | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous single<br>instrument | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| Factory Settings | | | | PSS11-HA | | PSS11-HB | | |
| Cycle | Exp.<br>Temp. | Exp.<br>Time | Dry<br>Time | Recommended<br>Load<br>(Note 1) | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber Size | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber<br>Size |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>Gravity<br>(Notes 1-<br>3) | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4 min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous instrument<br>trays, up to 25 lb<br>per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>Gravity<br>(Notes 1-<br>3) | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous single<br>instrument | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>Gravity<br>(Notes 1-<br>3) | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous instrument<br>trays, up to 25 lb<br>per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>Gravity<br>(Notes 1-<br>3) | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 10<br>min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped porous<br>or non-porous<br>single instrument | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>Gravity<br>(Notes 1-<br>3) | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 10<br>min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped porous<br>& non-porous<br>instrument trays.<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| GRAVITY<br>1 | 250°F<br>(121°C) | 30<br>min | 30<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous single<br>instrument | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| GRAVITY<br>1 | 250°F<br>(121°C) | 30<br>min | 30<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous instrument<br>trays, up to 25 lb<br>per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| GRAVITY<br>2 | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 15<br>min | 30<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous single<br>instrument | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| | Factory Settings | | | | PSS11-HA | | PSS11-HB | |
| Cycle | Exp.<br>Temp. | Exp.<br>Time | Dry<br>Time | Recommended<br>Load<br>(Note 1) | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber Size | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber<br>Size |
| | | | | Unwrapped non-<br>porous instrument<br>trays, up to 25 lb<br>per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| Bowie<br>Dick Test<br>(vac) | 275°F<br>(132°C) | 3.5<br>min | 3<br>min | Bowie-Dick Test<br>Pack or equivalent<br>(1) in an EMPTY<br>chamber | - | 1 Test Pack | - | 1 Test Pack |
| Leak Test<br>(Note 4) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Empty chamber | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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# PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer Abbreviated 510(k): Premarket Notification
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### TABLE NOTES
- 1. Load configurations during testing validations follow ANSI/AAMI ST8:2013 standard for Hospital Steam Sterilizers where applicable. All fabric packs and instrument trays are constructed as described in ANSI/AAMI ST8. For guidance on loading the sterilizer, refer to ANSI/AAMI ST79:2017 Comprehensive Guide to Steam Sterilization and Sterility Assurance in Health Care Facilities.
- 2. At the end of an immediate use or express cycle items may NOT be dry.
- 3. The recommended exposure time and temperature for unwrapped, non-porous, immediate use cycle loads (e.g., metal instruments) is 3 minutes at 275°F (135°C).
- 4. Vacuum leak test parameters are not adjustable. The cycle run for leak test includes 15 minutes of dry cycle, 5 min for equalization within the chamber, and 15 mins for the leak test run.
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# 510(k) SUMMARY - K233132
510(k) summary of safety and effectiveness for PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer models PSS11HA and PSS11-HB are provided in accordance with 21 CFR 807.92.
| Date: | 18 December 2023 |
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| Submitter (Owner): | Patrick Hansen, PE<br>VP Engineering<br>PRIMUS Sterilizer Company, LLC<br>7936 Forest City Road<br>Suite 100 Orlando, fl 32810<br>Telephone No.: +1-402-3444200-1214<br>Fax No.: +1-402-344-4242<br>Email: phansen@spire-is.com |
| 510(k) Contact Person: | Ankur Naik<br>Managing Director<br>IZiel Healthcare<br>Pentagon P1, Office No. 601 and 604, Magarpatta<br>City, Hadapsar, Pune 411028, Maharashtra, India.<br>P: +91 72762 12555 M: +91 7069553814<br>Email: ankur.naik@izielhealthcare.com |
| Device Trade Name: | PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Models PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB) |
| Regulation Number: | 880.6880 |
| Regulation Description: | A steam sterilizer (autoclave) is a device that is intended for use by a health care provider to sterilize medical products by means of pressurized steam. |
| Review Panel: | General Hospital |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | FLE |
| Predicate Device: | 1. PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Model PSS11-HC) (K221474)<br>Regulation number: 21 CFR 880.6880<br>Regulation Name: Steam Sterilization<br>Regulatory Class: II<br>Product Code: FLE<br>Review panel: General Hospital |
## Device Description:
The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer model PSS11-HA & PSS11-HB are designed for use in surgery, central sterile, and surgery centers. The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer models PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB are used with eleven standard pre-programmed cycles (factory preset), which are listed in Table 2 All cycles in the PSS11-HA and
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PSS11-HB are validated and compliant with AAMI ST8:2013/(R) 2018. The unit is manufactured in compliance with ISO 13485:2016 and the FDA's Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) for Medical Devices. The sterilizer unit is equipped with a height-adjustable steel floor stand. On freestanding units, stainless steel cabinet side panels enclose the sterilizer body and piping. A Back Cabinet Panel is provided as an optional feature on single-door freestanding units where the unit is accessible on all sides.
The PRIMUS Healthcare Steam Sterilizer consists of the following components and accessories:
# 1. Jacket Assembly (sterilizer vessel)
A Type 316L stainless steel chamber and a Type 304 stainless steel jacket are welded together to form the sterilizer vessel. The sterilizer vessel is ASME rated at 45 psig (3.06 Bar) and insulated. Steam-supply opening inside the chamber is shielded by a Type 316L stainless steel baffle. The unique design of the chamber jacket allows for an even distribution of heat and prevents the formation of condensation on the chamber walls.
#### 2. Chamber Finish
The sterilizer features a 316L SS (stainless steel) brilliant PRI-Mirror chamber finish found in all PRIMUS models achieving a 10 Ra (0.026 microns) measurement.
The chamber has a full-length steam baffle and two drains positioned in the chamber to maximize steam distribution and cross-flow within the chamber.
#### 3. Chamber Door
Door is constructed of a single formed piece of Type 316L stainless steel. The door is insulated to reduce the surface temperature of the stainless-steel door cover.
Sterilizers have either single or double doors. They are equipped with manual or hydraulically powered vertical sliding door(s). All doors are sealed with a continuous silicone O-Ring gasket, recessed within the chamber head ring.
#### Insulation ব
Superior heat loss reduction is achieved with one-inch fiberglass insulation overlaid with 0.05-inch aluminum sheet metal.
#### 5. Chamber Drain System
Drain system is designed to prevent pollutants from entering into the water-supply system and sterilizer.
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#### 6. Drain Water Quench (Piping System)
The piping system provides automatic condensing of chamber steam and discharges to the floor drain. Cooling water is added to ensure discharge temperature is below 60°C (140°F). A separate temperature switch is included to regulate the volume of water so as not to exceed the required amount necessary to achieve the target temperature. The steam piping is constructed of stainless steel (standard) or brass and copper (optional) and includes a steam strainer and brass pressure regulator.
## 7. Vacuum system
Chamber pressure is reduced during the conditioning phase and drying phase through the means of either a standard water ejector or a liquid ring vacuum pump. Following the drying phase, the chamber is returned to atmospheric pressure by admitting air through a 0.3-micron bacteria-retentive filter.
#### Steam Source 8.
Sterilizers are piped, valved, and trapped to receive building-supplied steam delivered at 50 to 80 psiq (344.7 to 551.6 kPa) dynamic. If a building steam source is not available, an electric carbon-steel steam generator or electric stainless steel steam generator may be provided to supply steam to the sterilizer.
#### 9. Control system:
PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer model PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB can use either the IDEC FC6A Microsystem or the Allen Bradley CompactLogix system platforms, depending on availability. The PSS11-H PRIMATIC 100 control software remains the same, and all functional and software specifications remain consistent between the platforms. The programmable logic controller (PLC) provides process control, while the human-machine interface (HMI) serves as the interface between the operator and the PLC.
The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer models PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB consists of a PLC control system with standard eleven pre-programmed, validated cycles to meet specific processing requirements. User access, profiles, simplified screens, cycle names, and additional options can be configured or toggled on/off easily in the user-friendly menus. All control configurations are performed through the touch screen display. Four levels of authorization come standard with increasing varying access permissions. Standard levels include default, operator, technician, and administrator. Additional levels can be custom configured.
The operator has an interface with a touch screen and thermal printer which is located on the load or nonsterile end of the sterilizer. The thermal Printer located below the touch screen, provides an easy-to-read printed record of all pertinent
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cycle data on 2-1/4" wide paper. Data is automatically printed at the beginning and end of each cycle and at transition points during the cycle. A duplicate print can be obtained of the last cvcle run.
## Device Configurations:
Below, Table 1 lists the details of the PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB models of the PRIMUS Healthcare Steam Sterilizer, along with their validated load capacity in accordance with the AAMI ST8 guidelines.
# Table 1: Available Sterilizer configurations
| Configuration (W x H x L) | Chamber Capacity | Model # |
|------------------------------------------|-------------------------|----------|
| PRIMUS Steam Sterilizer, 20" x 20" x 38" | 8.8 ft3 / 249 L | PSS11-HA |
| PRIMUS Steam Sterilizer, 26" x 30" x 29" | 13.09 ft $^{3}$ / 371 L | PSS11-HB |
## Intended use / Indications for Use:
The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Models PS11-HA and PSS11-HB) is designed for use in surgery, central sterile, and surgery centers. The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer provides efficient steam sterilization of non-porous and porous, heat and moisture stable materials. The sterilizer can be used on various materials that withstand operating temperatures; however, the materials that cannot withstand operating temperatures should not be sterilized using the PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer.
# Factory Programmed Sterilization Cycles
The PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizers are validated on standard cycles as per AAMI standard ST8:2013.
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Table 2:Factory Programmed Sterilization Cycles for PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer Model PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB.
| | Factory Settings | | | | PSS11-HA | | PSS11-HB | |
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| Cycle | Exp.<br>Temp. | Exp.<br>Time | Dry<br>Time | Recommended<br>Load<br>(Note 1) | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber Size | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber<br>Size |
| PREVAC<br>1 (vac) | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 30<br>mins | Double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| | | | | Fabric packs | 1.2lb | 6 | 2.4lb | 12 |
| | | | | Single Fabric Pack | 0.2lb | 1 | 0.2lb | 1 |
| PREVAC<br>2 (vac) | 275°F<br>(135°C) | 3<br>min | 30<br>min | Double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| | | | | Fabric packs | 1.2lb | 6 | 2.4lb | 12 |
| | | | | Single Fabric Pack | 0.2lb | 1 | 0.2lb | 1 |
| Steam-<br>Flush<br>Pressure<br>Pulse 1 | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 30<br>mins | Double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| | | | | Fabric packs | 1.2lb | 6 | 2.4lb | 12 |
| | | | | Single Fabric Pack | 0.2lb | 1 | 0.2lb | 1 |
| Steam-<br>Flush<br>Pressure<br>Pulse 2 | 275°F<br>(135°C) | 3<br>min | 30<br>mins | Double-wrapped<br>instrument trays,<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| | | | | Fabric packs | 1.2lb | 6 | 2.4lb | 12 |
| | | | | Single Fabric Pack | 0.2lb | 1 | 0.2lb | 1 |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>PREVAC | 270°F<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous single<br>instrument | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| | | | | Unwrapped non-<br>porous instrument | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| | Factory Settings | | | | PSS11-HA | | PSS11-HB | |
| Cycle | Exp.<br>Temp. | Exp.<br>Time | Dry<br>Time | Recommended<br>Load<br>(Note 1) | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber Size | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber<br>Size |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>Gravity<br>(Notes 1-<br>3) | 270ºF<br>(132°C) | 4<br>min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous single<br>instrument<br>Unwrapped non-<br>porous instrument<br>trays, up to 25 lb<br>per tray | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| | | | | | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| Immediate<br>Use -<br>Gravity<br>(Notes 1-<br>3) | 270ºF<br>(132°C) | 10<br>min | 1<br>min | Unwrapped porous<br>or non-porous<br>single instrument<br>Unwrapped porous<br>& non-porous<br>instrument trays.<br>up to 25 lb per tray | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| | | | | | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| GRAVITY<br>1 | 250ºF<br>(121°C) | 30<br>min | 30<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous single<br>instrument<br>Unwrapped non-<br>porous instrument<br>trays, up to 25 lb<br>per tray | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| | | | | | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| GRAVITY<br>2 | 270ºF<br>(132°C) | 15<br>min | 30<br>min | Unwrapped non-<br>porous single<br>instrument<br>Unwrapped non-<br>porous instrument<br>trays, up to 25 lb<br>per tray | 25lb | 1 | 25lb | 1 |
| | | | | | 75lb | 3 | 200lb | 8 |
| | Factory Settings | | | | PSS11-HA | | PSS11-HB | |
| Cycle | Exp.<br>Temp. | Exp.<br>Time | Dry<br>Time | Recommended<br>Load<br>(Note 1) | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber Size | Total Load<br>Weight | Maximum<br>Items per<br>Chamber<br>Size |
| Bowie<br>Dick Test<br>(vac) | 275°F<br>(132°C) | 3.5<br>min | 3<br>min | Bowie-Dick Test<br>Pack or equivalent<br>(1) in an EMPTY<br>chamber | - | 1 Test Pack | - | 1 Test Pack |
| Leak Test<br>(Note 4) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Empty chamber | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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# TABLE NOTES
- 1. Load configurations during testing validations follow ANSI/AAMI ST8:2013 standard for Hospital Steam Sterilizers where applicable. All fabric packs and instrument trays are constructed as described in ANSI/AAMI ST8. For guidance on loading the sterilizer, refer to ANSI/AAMI ST79:2017 Comprehensive Guide to Steam Sterility Assurance in Health Care Facilities.
- 2. At the end of an immediate use or express cycle items may NOT be dry.
- 3. The recommended exposure time and temperature for unwrapped, immediate use cycle loads (e.g., metal instruments) is 3 minutes at 275°F (135°C).
- 4. Vacuum leak test parameters are not adjustable. The cycle run for leak test includes 15 minutes of dry cycle, 5 min for equalization within the chamber and 15 mins for the leak test run.
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# Technological Characteristics Comparison
PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Model PSS11-HC), previously cleared under K221474, has been selected as the predicate device for this submission for the PRIMUS Healthcare Sterilizer (Models PSS11-HA and PSS11-HB).
The detailed comparison between the subject device and the predicate device is provided in the table below:
| Comparable Properties | Subject Device | Predicate Device<br>(K221474) | Comparison Results |
|--------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Product Name | PRIMUS Healthcare<br>Sterilizer (Models PSS11-<br>HA and PSS11-HB) | PRIMUS Healthcare<br>Sterilizer (Model PSS11-<br>HC) | Not Applicable |
| Manufacturer | PRIMUS Sterilizer<br>Company, LLC | PRIMUS Sterilizer<br>Company, LLC | Not Applicable |
| Regulation Number | 880.6880 | 880.6880 | Identical |
| Product Code | FLE | FLE | Identical |
| Product Class | II | II | Identical |
| Intended Use / Indications<br>for Use | The PRIMUS Healthcare<br>Sterilizer (Models PSS11-<br>HA and PSS11- HB) is<br>designed for use in<br>surgery, central sterile, and<br>surgery centers. The<br>PRIMUS Healthcare<br>Sterilizer provides efficient<br>steam sterilization of non-<br>porous and porous, heat<br>and moisture stable<br>materials. The sterilizer | The PRIMUS Healthcare<br>Sterilizer (Model PSS11-<br>HC) is designed for use in<br>surgery, central sterile, and<br>surgery centers. The<br>PRIMUS Healthcare<br>Sterilizer provides efficient<br>steam sterilization of non-<br>porous and porous, heat<br>and moisture stable<br>materials. The sterilizer<br>can be used on various | Identical |
| Comparable Properties | Subject Device | Predicate Device<br>(K221474) | Comparison Results |
| | can be used on various<br>materials that withstand<br>operating temperatures;<br>however, the materials that<br>cannot withstand operating<br>temperatures should not<br>be sterilized using the<br>PRIMUS Healthcare<br>Sterilizer | materials that withstand<br>operating temperatures;<br>however, the materials that<br>cannot withstand operating<br>temperatures should not<br>be sterilized using the<br>PRIMUS Healthcare<br>Sterilizer. | |
| Operating Principle | Steam is the sterilizing<br>agent | Steam is the sterilizing<br>agent. | Identical |
| Sterilization Cycles Offered | All models are offered with:<br>Prevac,<br>Gravity,<br>SFPP,<br>Immediate<br>Use,<br>Leak test | All models are offered with:<br>Prevac,<br>Gravity,<br>SFPP,<br>Immediate<br>Use,<br>Leak test | Identical |
| Sterilization Cycle<br>Parameters | • Prevac (VAC) cycle:<br>• Prevac 1 -Exposure for<br>4 minutes at 132°C<br>• Prevac 2 -Exposure for<br>3 minutes at 135°C<br>Immediate Use (Prevac):<br>• Exposure for 4 minutes<br>at 132°C | • Prevac (VAC) cycle:<br>• Prevac 1 -Exposure for<br>4 minutes at 132°C<br>• Prevac 2 -Exposure for<br>3 minutes at 135°C<br>Immediate Use (Prevac):<br>• Exposure for 4 minutes<br>at 132°C | Identical |
| Comparable Properties | Subject Device | Predicate Device<br>(K221474) | Comparison Results |
| | Immediate Use – Gravity:<br>• Exposure for 4 minutes<br>at 132°C<br>• Exposure for 10 minutes<br>at 132°C | Immediate Use – Gravity:<br>• Exposure for 4 minutes<br>at 132°C<br>• Exposure for 10 minutes<br>at 132°C | Identical |
| | Gravity:<br>• Gravity 1 - Exposure for<br>30 minutes at 121°C<br>• Gravity 2 - Exposure for<br>15 minutes at 132°C | Gravity:<br>• Gravity 1 - Exposure for<br>30 minutes at 121°C<br>• Gravity 2 - Exposure for<br>15 minutes at 132°C | Identical |
| | Steam-Flush Pressure<br>Pulse (SFPP):<br>• SFPP 1 - Exposure for 4<br>minutes at 132°C<br>• SFPP 2 - Exposure for 3<br>minutes at 135°C | Steam-Flush Pressure<br>Pulse (SFPP):<br>• SFPP 1 - Exposure for 4<br>minutes at 132°C<br>• SFPP 2 - Exposure for 3<br>minutes at 135°C | Identical |
| | Bowie Dick Test (DART):<br>• Exposure for 3.5<br>minutes at 132°C | Bowie Dick Test (DART):<br>• Exposure for 3.5<br>minutes at 132°C | Identical |
| Sterility Assurance Level<br>(SAL) | 10-6 | 10-6 | Identical |
| Chamber Sizes | PSS11-HA:<br>20" x 20" x 38"<br><br>PSS11-HB:<br>26" x 30" x 29" | 26" x 30" x 41" | The volume of the<br>chamber for the subject<br>devices are lower when<br>compared to the volume of<br>the Predicate device. |
| Comparable Properties | Subject Device | Predicate Device<br>(K221474) | Comparison Results |
| | | | However, the subject devices are validated with ST8, and the device passed the test. Hence, this does not raise any concerns related to the safety and efficacy of the device. |
| Chamber Door | Type 316L Stainless-steel<br>Vertical Sliding | Type 316L Stainless-steel<br>Vertical Sliding | Identical |
| Instrument tray load | 25 lbs each tray | 25 lbs each tray | Identical |
| Fabric pack | 25 lbs | 25 lbs | Identical |
| Control Technology | PLC Controller (Idec FC6A<br>Micro system & Allen<br>Bradley CompactLogix<br>system),<br>Touch Screen,<br>800 x 600 Pixel Display,<br>Ink on Paper Impact<br>Printer, Ethernet printing &<br>PRI-SND | PLC Controller (Idec FC6A<br>Micro system & Allen<br>Bradley CompactLogix<br>system),<br>Touch Screen,<br>800 x 600 Pixel Display,<br>Ink on Paper Impact<br>Printer, Ethernet printing &<br>PRI-SND | Identical |
| Printer technology | Thermal printer (Ink-on-<br>paper impact printer) | Thermal printer (Ink-on-<br>paper impact printer) | Identical |
| Factory Programmed<br>Sterilization Cycles | 11 pre-programmed cycles | 11 pre-programmed cycles | Identical. |
| Safety Devices | • Emergency Stop<br>Button | • Emergency Stop<br>Button | Identical |
| Comparable Properties | Subject Device | Predicate Device<br>(K221474) | Comparison Results |
| | • Pressure Relief Valve<br>• Door and Gasket<br>Safety Switch<br>• Door interlocks<br>(double door units<br>only) | • Pressure Relief Valve<br>• Door and Gasket<br>Safety Switch<br>• Door interlocks<br>(double door units<br>only) | |
| Built according to Standard | ANSI/AAMI ST8:2013/(R)<br>2018 Hospital Steam<br>Sterilizers | ANSI/AAMI ST8:2013/(R)<br>2018 Hospital Steam<br>Sterilizers | Identical |
| Electrical Safety Standard | UL 61010-1:2012<br>(Ed.3+R:29 April 2016),<br>UL 61010-2-040:2016<br>(Ed.2),<br>(R2017) CSA<br>C22.2#61010-1-12:2012<br>Ed.3+U1;U2,<br>CSA C22.2#61010-2-<br>040:2016 Ed.2 | UL 61010-1:2012<br>(Ed.3+R:29 April 2016),<br>UL 61010-2-040:2016<br>(Ed.2),<br>(R2017) CSA<br>C22.2#61010-1-12:2012<br>Ed.3+U1;U2,<br>CSA C22.2#61010-2-<br>040:2016 Ed.2 | Identical |
| Safety Valves | ASME Approved | ASME Approved | Identical |
| Pressure Vessels | ASME Certified | ASME Certified | Identical |
| Power boilers | ASME Code, Section I,<br>Part PMB | ASME Code, Section I,<br>Part PMB | Identical |
| Chamber pressure | 45 psig | 45 psig | Identical |
| Air filter | 0.3 micron (optional 0.2<br>micron) | 0.3 micron (optional 0.2<br>micron) | Identical |
| Electrical supply | Volts: 110<br>Phase: Single<br>Amps: 10 | Volts: 110<br>Phase: Single<br>Amps: 10 | Identical |
| Comparable Properties | Subject Device | Predicate Device<br>(K221474) | Comparison Results |
| Steam Source pressure | 50 to 80 psig Dynamic | 50 to 80 psig Dynamic | Identical |
| Water Pressure | 50 to 70 psig Dynamic | 50 to 70 psig Dynamic | Identical |
| Air Pressure | 60 to 80 psig Dynamic | 60 to 80 psig Dynamic | Identical |
| Piping construction<br>material | Brass | Brass | Identical…
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