MELAG Sterilisator 205, User Manual

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6 Sterilization
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Information regarding routine operation
The sterilization temperature must amount to 180 °C before the start of every sterilization procedure. The
equilibration time must be taken into account when setting the sterilization time. The pure elimination time
amounts to 30 min at 180 °C.
1. Wait 15 min after the thermometer has reached 180 °C.
2. Set the required sterilization time. Comply with the information in the sterilization times table.
3. Check whether the mechanical air movement is functioning correctly via the ventilator noise.
Setting the temperature
Set the temperature for the hot air sterilization as follows:
1. Turn the temperature controller to 180 °C.
2. Wait until the thermometer displays 180 °C and allow the device to heat up for 15 min.
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During this time, the hot air sterilizer heats up the complete sterilization chamber.
3. Set the sterilization time via the On/Off switch. Comply with the information in the sterilization times
table.
Selecting the sterilization times
Do not exceed the specified loading quantities. Use only trays and cartridges made of aluminium. When
needing to pack with foil, use aluminium foil.
Load quantity Packaging Pre-heating time Operating time
max. 1 kg inc. 2 trays unwrapped 15 min 60 min
max. 4 kg inc. 6 trays unwrapped 15 min 75 min
max. 1 kg inc. 1 standard tray cassette wrapped 15 min 75 min
max. 4 kg inc. 3 standard tray cassettes wrapped 15 min 120 min
Removing the sterilized equipment
CAUTION
Danger of burns from hot metal surfaces
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Allow the device to cool sufficiently before opening.
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Do not touch any hot metal parts.
CAUTION
Unsterile instruments resulting from damaged or burst packaging. This endangers the
health of your patients and practice team.
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Should the packaging be damaged or have burst after sterilization, re-pack the sterilization
material and re-sterilize it.
Comply with the following when removing the sterilized equipment:
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Use a tray lifter to remove the tray.
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Never touch the sterilized equipment, the device interior or the inside of the door with unprotected
hands. The components are hot.