Cristofoli Vitale Plus 12, Instruction Manual

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HOW TO USE THE AUTOCLAVE VITALE PLUS
a Open the door of the autoclave and use the measuring cup provided to pour the right amount of distilled water
directly in the chamber before each cycle (Fig.16) according to the table below.
Fig.16
Table 4
1
/2
lit
ro m
l
450 400
350 300
250 200 150
100
50
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SAFETY NOTES
Warning! - During the autoclave operation, it is perfectly normal to hear some noises, some low, some loud. The
noises are generated by the valves opening and closing, deaeration and depressurization, they are part of the proper
functioning of the equipment. The door gasket and the VSPF valve, are safety mechanisms that when activated
discharge pressure automatically producing a loud noise. This autoclave must be installed in a proper and exclusive
sterilization room. Cristófoli is not responsible for accidents that might occur due to the starts caused by the noises
produced by the autoclave.
The symbol 14 appears in some places on the autoclave. This means those items require special attention and
that the user must observe their references in the Instruction Manual provided with the equipment regarding potential
hazards offered by them and any actions to be taken should an adverse situation occur.
Cristófoli Equipamentos de Biossegurança Ltda, does not take any responsibility for failures and/or accidents
caused by the non-observance of this warning.
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Amount of distilled water for each cycle
Vitale Plus - 21 liters
Vitale Plus - 12 liters
250 ml / 8.5 fl.oz. 150 ml / 5 fl.oz.
Before using the autoclave for the first time, it is necessary to perform the altitude calibration procedure.
See “ Altitude Calibration ” (Pág. 16).
ATTENTION! Use only distilled water for sterilization. Non compliance with this recommendation may cause obstructions of
the hydraulic system of the autoclave (internal pipes and/or valves), stains on the instruments and loss of warranty.
Load the autoclave with the materials to be sterilized, be careful not to lean them against the chamber walls or
internal steam exits, that will cause interference in the cycle. Do not overload the autoclave.
b