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Chapter 7 – Operating pauses
In this chapter you learn
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How quickly you can start sterilization programs in sequence
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What you must observe for longer operating pauses
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How to put the autoclave out of operation, transport it and re-start it
Sterilization frequency
No pause times
required
Pause times between individual programs are not required, since the
→ sterilization chamber is permanently maintained at the required
temperature.
After the expiration or termination of the drying time and removal of the
→ items to be sterilized, you can immediately re-load the autoclave and
start a program.
Pause times
Longer operating pauses
Switch the autoclave off for longer operating pauses, e.g. overnight or on
the weekend, and leave the door ajar. The door seal is relieved and
protected from premature wear. Furthermore it prevents the sticking of the
door seal.
Close the cooling water inlet and, if available, the water feed of the water
treatment unit.
After operating pauses which last longer than two weeks, carry out a
vacuum test and thereafter an empty sterilization with the Quick Program
(see page 42,
Chapter 8 – Function test
)
The following situations can occur after longer pauses:
Event Possible cause What you can do
→ conductivity too high Bad feed water Change the → feed water or the mixed-bed-
resin pellets for a MEL
Adem
®
unit.
Door cannot be opened Door seal is sticking to the
sealing surface Switch the autoclave off and pull vigorously at
the door to open it.
Warning text:
Warning no cooling water/
check tap water Liquid seal pump faulty It is necessary to turn the vacuum pump. Follow
the instructions in the Technical Manual
Function test after pauses
After pauses, carry out the tests described in Chapter 8 Functional Tests,
depending on the pause duration.