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7.1.3
Periodically
1.
Once every month, clean and check the safety valve (see
sec. 7.5).
2.
Replace the door gasket every 12 months, or as needed
(see sec. 7.4).
3.
Once a year, inspect the locking device for excessive
wear.
4.
Once a year, check the door axis bushing for tear and
wear and replace if worn out.
7.2
Draining the Reservoir
Caution
Before starting, ensure that the electric cord is disconnected and
there is no pressure in the autoclave.
The drain valve is located on the front left side of the autoclave after the
door is opened. The function of the drain valve is to drain the water
reservoir.
1.
Connect the silicone hose, supplied with the autoclave, to drain
into a bucket.
2.
Turn drain valve counterclockwise to the open position.
3.
Fully drain the reservoir.
4.
With a quart of tap water, flush out the reservoir.
5.
Turn drain valve clockwise to the close position.
6.
Connect the electric cord to power source.
7.
Fill the reservoir with distilled water to just below the safety
valve (see sec 6.2).
8.
Turn on the main power switch.
9.
The autoclave is now ready for use.
