Attest™ Auto-reader 490
Dual Biological Indicator Incubator - 24 Minute Results - Steam and VH2O2 - Each

The Attest™ Auto-reader 490 is a dual biological indicator incubator and auto-reader that incubates and automatically reads Attest biological indicators at 60°C (140°F), delivering results in 24 minutes. Attest is a Solventum brand, formerly 3M, and the 490 was previously sold as the 3M Attest Auto-reader 490. It is compatible with Attest super rapid biological indicators for both steam and vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VH2O2) sterilization, including the Attest 1491 and 1492V for steam and the Attest 1295 for VH2O2. Different Attest biological indicators can be placed in the reader's wells at the same time for automatic detection and reading, so facilities monitoring both sterilization methods can run them together on one incubator.

An intelligent display with a time-to-result countdown makes incubation progress easy to track, and an audible alarm signals when results are ready. The Auto-reader 490 connects to facility instrument tracking systems and is compatible with select sterile processing software systems, supporting streamlined record-keeping and real-time data through a web application. Software version 4.2.7 or greater is required for optimal functionality. The Attest Auto-reader 490 is suited to sterile processing departments, operating rooms and any facility running routine sterilizer monitoring. Sterilization cycles must align with the biological indicator's indications for use, so refer to the biological indicator IFU.

Key Features

• Biological indicator incubator and auto-reader with 24 minute results
• Dual reader for steam and VH2O2 biological indicators
• Compatible with Attest 1491, 1492V and 1295 super rapid biological indicators
• Different Attest biological indicators can be incubated at the same time
• Incubates at 60°C (140°F)
• Intelligent display with time-to-result countdown
• Audible alarm when results are ready
• Connects to facility instrument tracking systems
• Compatible with select sterile processing software systems

Specifications

• Brand: Attest
• Manufacturer: Solventum (formerly 3M)
• Model: 490
• Product type: Biological indicator incubator / auto-reader
• Biological indicator system: Super rapid
• Compatible biological indicators: Attest 1491, 1492V (steam) and 1295 (VH2O2)
• Incubation temperature: 60°C (140°F)
• Time to result: 24 minutes
• Display: Intelligent display with time-to-result countdown
• Alerts: Audible alarm
• Connectivity: Instrument tracking system and select sterile processing software integration
• Software requirement: Version 4.2.7 or greater for optimal functionality
• Pack size: Each

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Attest Auto-reader 490 a 3M product?
Attest was previously a 3M brand. It is now part of Solventum, and the 490 was formerly sold as the 3M Attest Auto-reader 490.

What biological indicators work with the Attest 490 incubator?
The Attest 490 incubates and reads Attest 1491 and 1492V biological indicators for steam sterilization and Attest 1295 biological indicators for VH2O2 sterilization. Refer to the biological indicator IFU to confirm compatibility with your sterilization cycle.

How long does the Attest Auto-reader 490 take to give a result?
The Attest 490 provides biological indicator results in 24 minutes. Software version 4.2.7 or greater is required for optimal functionality.

Can steam and VH2O2 biological indicators be incubated at the same time?
Yes. Different Attest biological indicators can be placed in the reader's wells at the same time for automatic detection and reading.

Does the Attest 490 connect to instrument tracking systems?
Yes. The Attest Auto-reader 490 connects to facility instrument tracking systems and is compatible with select sterile processing software systems.

What is the difference between the Attest 490 and the Attest 490M?
Both are Attest auto-readers that incubate and read 1491, 1492V and 1295 biological indicators with 24 minute results. The 490M is the Mini Auto-reader with 4 wells. The 490 features an audible alarm and connects to instrument tracking systems.