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8.10
Start Cycle by Clock mode
This mode enables the operator to define the time of the beginning of
the cycle. The maximum possible delay is 24 hours. For further
information see sec. 6.8.1. “Start Cycle by Clock”.
9
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
9.1
Preventive and Scheduled Maintenance
The maintenance operations described in this chapter have to be fulfilled
periodically to keep the device in good condition and to reduce the
breakdown time to a minimum.
The user maintenance personnel can easily execute these operations in
accordance with further instructions.
The owner of the autoclave is responsible to order an authorized technician
to perform the periodical tests and preventive maintenance operations, as
specified in the technician manual.
Use only mineral-free water as detailed in para. 2.13 (water quality).
Warning!
Before carrying out any preventive maintenance operation, ensure that
the electrical cord is disconnected and that there is no pressure in the
autoclave.
9.1.1
Daily
Clean door gasket with a soft cloth. The gasket should be clean
and smooth.
9.1.2
Weekly
1.
Take out the tray holder and trays. Clean the tray holder,
trays and chamber's interior (especially its bottom part) with
a commercial cleaning agent & water. Wipe off the sediments
from the chamber bottom with a sponge. Immediately after
cleaning, rinse the tray holder, trays and chamber's interior
with water to avoid stains on the metal.
Caution
Do not use steel wool or steel brush as this can damage
the chamber!
2.
Put a few oil drops on the 2 door pins and door tightening bolt.
3.
Clean the outer parts of the autoclave with a soft cloth.
Clean the water strainers once a month as per sec. 11.2,
Cleaning frequency may be reduced according to
experience.
9.1.3
Periodically
1.
Replace the air filter, every 6 months (to be performed by a
technician).
1.
In hard water areas, blowdown is necessary at least once a
day. In soft water areas, once a week. See blowdown
instruction in the generator's manual.
