4.5
Description of modes
4.5.1
Thermal process for reducing bacterial count
Purpose
Reduction of bacteria count in the warm water circuit to prevent or clear a contaminated system.
Activation
Occurs each time the unit is switched on.
•
Condition for starting the correct thermal process for reducing bacterial count:
–
The irrigation handle must be inserted in the holder on the side (jet pointing to reverse side of the unit).
If not, a warning signal is given (warning also sounds when the handle is removed during the thermal cleaning
procedure).
Additionally, the error code "F0" is shown (disappears when handle is returned).
Important
•
In the thermal process for reducing bacterial count, hot water is passing through the irrigation
handle. Please do
not
take handle from its holder or splash off water!
Important
•
Metal parts of the irrigation handle and of the double-barreled hose will be hot! Please do not touch
metal parts during the thermal cleaning procedure!
–
During the thermal process for reducing bacterial count, the temperature display shows a 'd' on the first segment
and the remaining time (in minutes) on the second segment.
•
After cooling down to 37° C the unit will automatically switch into irrigation mode.
4.5.2
Irrigation mode
Purpose
Rinsing of the auditory canal.
Properties
•
Temperature: 37° C, permanently set.
•
Position of the irrigation handle:
High
(see
, item
).
Activation
•
Automatically after completion of thermal cleaning procedure and taking out the handle or by key (
, item
).
•
When the irrigation mode is not used (handle remains in holder) the Aquamatic™ II changes into the energy
saving mode after 5 min.
•
Reactivation of the irrigation mode by taking the handle out of the holder or activating a key on the temperature con-
trol unit.
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Otometrics - Aquamatic II
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