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Operating Principles, Key Features and Safety Devices
The STATCLAVE is a chamber autoclave that uses steam to sterilize wrapped and unwrapped
instrument loads typically used in dental and medical offices. It has six sterilization cycles and each
finishes with optimized drying for fast, effective instrument processing.
How it Works
The STATCLAVE uses a pre- and post-vacuum to condition the load at the beginning and end of each
cycle.
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The pre-vacuum draw removes the air from the chamber before sterilization begins. This ensures
more efficient steam penetration into every load.
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The post-vacuum draw at the end of the cycle pulls the moist air from the chamber while heater
bands warm the chamber walls to speed drying.
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Finally, fresh, filtered air is drawn into the chamber to eliminate condensate and cool the
chamber. This reduces the cooling time and ensures the load is dry the moment you open the
door.
Why Connect It
The STATCLAVE’s WiFi-enabled G4 technology records and monitors information on every cycle to
protect your office and your patient. When your unit is connected to a network, it can automatically
send error codes for off-site service technicians to troubleshoot a problem early on - before it costs
your operation time and money. You can also access your STATCLAVE’s information through a portal
using your browser. Here you can view not only your unit’s current operations in real time, but also
access cycle history, printing and validation information and sterilization records dating back to the day
your unit was manufactured.
Pay close attention to the following symbols that appear on the unit:
Caution:
A potential hazard to the
operator
Venturi reservoir drain
Caution:
Hot surface
Clean water drain
Caution:
Danger of electric shock.
Disconnect power supply when
servicing unit.
Condenser drain (only used for
shipping and servicing)
Clean water fill
Exhaust drain
