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pressure gauge indicates to the operator that there is pressure in the
chamber.
A deviation of +1.6% is accepted.
NOTE:
After operating the sterilizer, brown stains might appear on the bottom of
the chamber. These stains are a result of the heating elements that are
located at the lower external part of the chamber. The brown color is a
common phenomenon, can easily be removed, and will not have any effect
on the sterilized goods.
This manual is intended to give the user a general understanding of how
the autoclave works and indicates the best ways to operate and take care of
it in order to obtain optimum results and a trouble-free operation. After
reading this manual, operating the autoclave should be straightforward.
However, since the autoclave is built using high technology sensitive
components, no attempt should be made by the user or any other
unauthorized person to repair or recalibrate it.
Only technical personnel having proper qualifications, holding
technical documentation and adequate test instrumentation are
authorized to undertake repair or service.
1.1
Incoming Inspection
The autoclave should be unpacked and inspected for mechanical damage
upon receipt. 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 damage is apparent, contact your dealer or point of purchase, so that they
may notify the manufacturer and file a claim with the appropriate carrier.
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.
1.2
Warranty
We certify that this instrument is guaranteed to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for one year against faulty components and
assembly with the exception of glassware, lamps and heaters.
The warranty does not include and does not replace routine treatment
and preventive maintenance to be performed according to instructions
in paragraph 9.1 (Preventive and Scheduled Maintenance).
Our obligation is limited to replacing the instrument or parts, after our
examination, if within one year after the date of shipment they prove to be
defective. 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 us.
The Autoclave should not be used in a manner not described in this
manual!
