Tuttnauer 1730E, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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1. GENERAL
Read the Operating Instructions carefully, before beginning any operation on
the autoclave!
1.1 Incoming Inspection
Upon receiving your Tuttnauer Autoclave, carefully inspect the outside of
the shipping carton for signs of damage. If any damage to the carton is
found, note the location with respect to the autoclave and check that area
of the autoclave carefully once it is fully unpacked. Observe packing
method and retain packing materials until the unit has been inspected.
Mechanical inspection involves checking for signs of physical damage
such as: scratched panel surfaces, broken knobs, etc.
If any damage is found, contact your dealer as soon as possible so that
they can file a claim with the shipping carrier and also notify Tuttnauer.
All Tuttnauer products are carefully inspected prior to shipment, and all
reasonable precautions are taken in preparing them for shipment, to assure
safe arrival at their destination.
Note : Lifting and carrying should always be done by two people.
1.2 Warranty
We certify that this instrument is guaranteed to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for two years against faulty components and
assembly.
This warranty does not include routine cleaning and preventive
maintenance to be performed according to instructions in
section 9.1 (Preventive and Scheduled Maintenance).
Tuttnauer warrantees all new autoclaves for a period of two full years,
covering both parts and labor. This two year warranty covers defects in
materials and workmanship on every part in the autoclave except door
gaskets and HEPA filters (they are wear items).
Tuttnauer warrantees all chambers for a period of ten (10) years against
defects in materials and workmanship. This chamber warranty went into
effect January 1997.
This warranty does not apply to any instrument that has been subjected to
misuse, neglect, accident or improper installation or application, nor shall
it extend to autoclaves that have been repaired or altered outside the
factory without prior authorization from Tuttnauer.
Tuttnauer’s obligation is limited to the repair or replacement of parts for
the autoclave. This warranty will be void if the unit is not purchased from
an authorized Tuttnauer dealer. No other warranties or obligations are
expressed or implied.
The Autoclave should only be used in a manner described in this
manual!
1.3 Warranty Statement
To activate the warranty, the registration card must be completed and
returned to Tuttnauer within fourteen (14) days of purchase or you may call
our customer service department at the number listed below.
No product will be received or accepted for repair without prior return
authorization from Tuttnauer. All transportation charges to and from
Tuttnauer must be paid by the owner of the autoclave. During the first 90
days after purchase of an autoclave, Tuttnauer will pay shipping costs on
an individually evaluated basis and
ONLY with pre-approval.