The Helix test corresponds to the sterilization of instruments with A-holes in accordance
with EN 13060. It consists of a 1500 mm long tube open on one side and a closed test
capsule on the other side. The indicator strip is inside the test capsule.
Helix test
Helix test kit
This test is used to evaluate the efficiency of the device in the sterilization of hollow and porous
loads, in particular:
• Pre-vacuum performance and speed and uniformity of steam penetration.
• Saturated steam temperatures and pressures reached for a certain period of time.
How to run the test:
• The test must be carried out with an empty chamber in accordance with EN 13060
• Follow the test manufacturer's guidelines
• Place the test in the center of the tray in the chamber.
• At the end of the cycle, open the sterilizer and remove the test.
Positive result
all areas of the indicator strip have
turned dark
Negative result
Part of the indicator strip did not turn dark due
to the presence of air inside the capsule.
Insufficient color change of the indicator strip fields indicates the presence of air during the test cycle
due to a malfunction of the sterilizer. If the test result is incorrect, check the use-by date of the test pack,
additionally check that the tubing is not clogged and obstructed, and repeat the test.
WARNING! The test kit will be hot.
To correctly interpret the test, refer to the instructions provided by the test
manufacturer. Open the capsule and remove the test strip.
5.4 Information menu
The info menu is accessible by pressing the Info. button.
This level displays information about the unit type, serial number, number of processes
performed and available USB memory space for saving process data, as well as the
COUNTERS
service menu - process counters for filter changes. It is also possible to
change the date and time. To set the date or time touch the digits on the display. When a
certain field is selected, it starts flashing and the arrows for changing the value up or down
are displayed. This is how to set the date and time correctly. Pressing the number again
confirms it and you can move on to changing the settings of the next parameter. In the
same way, you can select the language by clicking on its abbreviation.
The button labeled
B
turns off and on the blue backlight in the depth of the screen.
Clicking the
LED
button launches the backlight control menu on the sides of the device.
Clicking a button button turns off the button sounds.
Process
count
Autoclave
serial number
Language
choice
Counter
settings
Key sounds
deactivation
Disable shaded
background
Setting the
date and time
LED illumination
settings (Enbio
S only)
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