Tuttnauer 1730 M, Technician Manual

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1 INTRODUCTION
This manual, together with the operator’s manual, forms the complete edition
of the Operation and Maintenance instructions. This manual is intended for the
use of the technician. It is forbidden for unqualified and unauthorized
personnel to service the autoclave in accordance with the instructions in this
manual. Any unauthorized service may result in the invalidation of the
manufacturer’s guarantee.
The qualified technician shall be an authorized electrician with the right
qualifications in electronics and shall be familiar with the local
technical/electrical regulations.
2 PERIODICAL TESTS
PERIOD TEST
1 months Test the safety valve by operating it.
6 months
Remove the autoclave’s cover, tighten the heaters’ screws and
electrical connections and valves.
Check the continuity of the grounding connections.
Perform validation of the autoclave.
Check the precise operation of the earth leakage relay.
Check that the autoclave is leveled.
Check the safety elements; safety valve, door locking bellows and
door locking mechanisms.
Run the autoclave and verify that it operates as specified.
Check the water reservoir, piping, plastic parts and electric wires.
Check and tighten the piping joints to avoid leakage.
Check and tighten all screw connections, heaters and valves and
instrumentation.
Year
Calibrate the temperature and pressure once a year or in reference to
local rules or regulations (refer to the section on Calibration).
5 years Observe the closing device for excessive wear
Safety tests (pressure vessel, efficiency, electrical) shall be performed in
accordance with local rules or regulations, by an authorized inspector.
Only an authorized technician shall perform the 6-months and yearly tests!
3 SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Caution! Consult accompanying documents
Caution! Hot Surface.
Caution! Hot steam.
Ground