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Operation and Maintenance

Manual

Electronic Laboratory Autoclaves

Models LABSCI 15LV

ELV-D: standard autoclave
C: optional system for fast cooling
PV: optional vacuum pump
BH: optional bio hazard filtration
WR: water recycling system
F: optional fan for super-fast cooling

Cat. No. MAN205-0448007EN Rev. L

Heidolph North America,

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1235 N Mittel Blvd. Suite B Wood Dale IL 60191

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Tel: 224-265-9600

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Fax: 224-265-9611

[email protected]

Summary of Contents for LABSCI 15LV

Page 1: ...ave C optional system for fast cooling PV optional vacuum pump BH optional bio hazard filtration WR water recycling system F optional fan for super fast cooling Cat No MAN205 0448007EN Rev L Heidolph North America 1235 N Mittel Blvd Suite B Wood Dale IL 60191 Tel 224 265 9600 Fax 224 265 9611 service heidolph com ...

Page 2: ...on 16 3 11 Front View Standard Configuration 17 3 12 Front View What is special for WR Configuration 18 3 13 Front View What is Special for Fan Configuration 18 3 14 Rear View Standard Configuration 19 3 15 Rear View What is special for WR Configuration 20 3 16 Overall Dimensions 3870ELVC F D mm 21 3 17 Overall Dimensions 3870ELV PRC D mm 22 3 18 Overall Dimensions 3870ELVC WR D Configuration mm 2...

Page 3: ... 6 1 Browsing through the menus 50 6 2 Changing a Parameter 51 6 3 Quick options screen 53 6 4 Logging in and entering the Main menu 57 6 5 Changing parameters 59 6 6 System Parameters 59 6 7 Maintenance 60 6 8 Cycle parameters 62 7 Screens 64 7 1 Screens following a complete successfully cycle Cycle Ended 64 7 2 Screens following aborted cycles after complete sterilization stage 64 7 3 Screens fo...

Page 4: ... Cycle by Clock mode 83 10 10Moving the Autoclave 83 10 11Loading and Unloading the Device 83 11 Service and Maintenance 85 11 1 Preventive Maintenance 85 11 2 Checking the Safety Valve 86 12 Troubleshooting 89 13 Baskets and Containers 94 14 Spare Parts List 95 15 Accessories 95 ...

Page 5: ...ble operation with a minimum of down time The sterilizer has multiple built in safety devices which provides adequate protection to ensure the safety of operating personnel On all models a printer is an optional addition to the autoclave The printer prints the preset and actual parameters of the cycle temperature time and pressure The autoclave is provided with a pressure gauge that is used as gui...

Page 6: ...compressed air to compensate the fast decreasing of pressure due to the fast cooling The fast cooling shortens the time required for safe handling of bottles Note there is no cooling option for WR configuration PV Special feature of ELVCPV D models is the vacuum pump that enables air removal prior to sterilization and during the drying stage The advantages of the pre vacuum sterilizer in compariso...

Page 7: ...y 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 4 Warranty We certify that this instrument is guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year against faulty componen...

Page 8: ...e difficulty as clearly as possible so we may be able to diagnose the problem and provide a prompt solution If the autoclave is equipped with a printer send along a copy of the last printout for our inspection If replacement parts are needed stipulate the model and serial number of the machine No products will be accepted for repair without proper authorization from us All transportation charges m...

Page 9: ...re the safety licensing and authorization department has approved it for use 2 All autoclave users must receive training in proper usage from an experienced employee Every new employee must undergo a training period under an experienced employee 3 A written procedure must be established for autoclave operation including daily safety tests seal inspection and door hinge inspection smooth action of ...

Page 10: ...ctive tests must be performed i e calibration and validation 13 Examine the condition of assemblies on a regular basis Make sure there are no leaks breaks blockages whistles or strange noises 14 It is required to conduct maintenance operations as instructed 15 Immediately notify the person in charge of any deviation or risk for the proper function of the device 16 For WR models drain the water fro...

Page 11: ...ied in this manual Do not use the autoclave in the presence of dangerous gases The packed or unpacked device shall be stored in indoor conditions Operate the autoclave only in the manner specified in the manual If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Caution Waste water should be brought into the public net in ...

Page 12: ...ing quality standards 1 EN ISO 9001 2008 Quality System 2 ISO 13485 2003 Quality systems Devices 3 4 Environment Emission Information A Peak sound level generated by the sterilizer is 70 dBA with a back sound level of 60 dBA B Total heat transmitted by the sterilizer is 600 W h 3 5 Electrical Data 230V WR only configuration Property Value LABSCI 15LV Total Power 3 2000W Voltage 3Ph 230VAC Amperage...

Page 13: ...ater or steam for steam generator and sterilizers Contaminants in water supplied to generator chamber Contaminants in condensate at steam inlet to sterilizer Evaporate residue 10 mg l N A Silicate SiO2 1 mg l 0 1 mg l Iron 0 2mg l 0 1mg l Cadmium 0 005 mg l 0 005 mg l Lead 0 05 mg l 0 05 mg l Rest of heavy metals except iron cadmium lead 0 1 mg l 0 1 mg l Chloride Cl 2 mg l 0 1 mg l Phosphate P2O5...

Page 14: ...of the water used to generate steam in the autoclave chamber In RO the water is forced through a semi penetrable membrane which filters out contaminants to a high degree of efficiency In deionisation DI ions and charged particles are removed either by electric fields or by ion exchange in resin beds Although the RO cannot normally attain the degree of purity possible with the DI methods it is more...

Page 15: ...t 113kg Weight per support area max load According to overall weight and floor loading requirements Shipping volume 0 9 m3 Shipping weight 141kg Shipping dimensions length 900mm width 730mm height 1350mm Max Allowable Working pressure MAWP 2 8 bar Chamber diameter 380mm Depth 690mm Chamber Volume 85L 3 8 Construction Chamber and door material Stainless steel Outer Cabinet Stainless Steel Chamber i...

Page 16: ...on This switch or circuit breaker shall be in close proximity to the equipment within easy reach of the operator and marked as the disconnecting device for the equipment The electrical net must be protected with a current leakage safety relay The electrical network must comply with local rules or regulations Verify that there is an easy access to the main power switch to the water cut off valve an...

Page 17: ...n the rear cover above the water strainer Press Hold Until System Ready is Displayed 10 sec LAB048 0461 Automatic door only On the door right edge Don t Touch Microswitches please Contact Tuttnauer Service LAB048 0462 On the door frame behind the door cover Don t Touch Microswitches please Contact Tuttnauer Service LAB048 0463 On the door frame behind the door cover ON OFF On Off LAB048 0018 Near ...

Page 18: ...1 Front leg 8 Display 2 Rear leg 9 Keyboard 3 Left service door 10 Printer cover 4 Left service door grip 11 Paper slot and paper cutter 5 Left service door lock 12 USB socket 6 Door cover 13 Main switch 7 Pressure gauge 14 Printer 9 10 5 6 7 8 11 14 4 3 2 1 12 13 ...

Page 19: ...tube indicator of the reservoir water level 2 Inlet for manual water reservoir filling 3 13 Front View What is Special for Fan Configuration There is a configuration equipped with a fan that allows to shorten the cooling operation The fan is located on the door of the autoclave 2 1 Fan ...

Page 20: ...8 Safety Valve 2 Mineral free water inlet 9 Circuit breaker 3 Compressed air inlet 10 Ground connector 4 Cavitation port 11 City tap water inlet for cooling coil 5 Power supply electrical cord 12 Air pressure gauge 6 Cut off 13 Air pressure regulator 7 Fan grill 5 6 4 3 2 1 12 13 10 11 7 8 9 ...

Page 21: ...Page 20 3 15 Rear View What is special for WR Configuration No Description 1 Water reservoir drain outlet 2 Water reservoir overflow 3 Wheel 2 1 3 ...

Page 22: ...Page 21 3 16 Overall Dimensions 3870ELVC F D mm ...

Page 23: ...Page 22 3 17 Overall Dimensions 3870ELV PRC D mm ...

Page 24: ...Page 23 3 18 Overall Dimensions 3870ELVC WR D Configuration mm ...

Page 25: ...ures such as Error message display Electronic pressure and temperature measurement Safety relief valve to avoid build up of excessive pressure Door switches enabling operation to be started only when the door is closed Water level safety device Excess temperature protection ...

Page 26: ...Page 25 4 Control Panel 4 1 Control Panel Drawing No Description 1 Pressure Gauge 2 Display 3 Keypad Up Button 4 Keypad Start Stop Button 5 Keypad Down Button 6 Printer 3 5 1 2 4 6 ...

Page 27: ...play screen The display is a LCD panel used to display the current status of the autoclave while using Operational Messages and Error Messages Chamber temperature No 1 System status Name of stage Error and operational messages Program description Program icon and name Sterilization temperature Sterilization time Chamber pressure Chamber temperature No 2 ...

Page 28: ...operator to browse through the cycles In the directories available o When the cursor is blinking on a number the DOWN key decreases its value o When the cursor is blinking on menu selection the DOWN key allows browsing forward through the menu o When adjusting a parameter and the cursor is blinking on SET or EXIT the DOWN key activates that procedure START STOP key This key has the following funct...

Page 29: ...ssages Symbols see 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 4 4 Displayed operational messages Symbols Message Symbol Name Message Symbol Description Required Action This symbol is displayed when the door is open Close the door This symbol is displayed when there is water in chamber Repeat the cycle Door is open during stand by This message is displayed when the door is opened In standby if START STOP is preset Close th...

Page 30: ...oor for 5 minutes Open the door for 5 minutes in order to set the Atmospheric pressure Critical settings have been updated Please restart machine in order for changes to be updated If a change of the autoclave setting was made a restart operation is required Restart the autoclave in order for changes to be updated This message is displayed if the electrode in the chamber senses water Perform a new...

Page 31: ... C models only PV models only BH models only Icon No Description 1 Glass 134 C 273 F 3 1 2 Plastic 121 C 250 F 15 1 3 Liquid A 121 C 250 F 15 4 Liquid B Waste 121 C 250 F 30 5 Liquid A Cooling 121 C 250 F 15 6 Liquid B Waste Cooling 121 C 250 F 30 7 Bio Hazard 1 134 C 273 F 30 1 8 Bio Hazard 2 121 250 F 45 1 ...

Page 32: ...odels only PV models only BH models only Icon No Description 9 Bio Hazard Liquids 121 250 F 45 10 Vacuum test PV only 5 1 0 11 Warm Up 80 C 176 F 20 12 Isothermal 80 C 176 F 20 13 Air Mixture 121 C 250 F 15 14 Glass Test 121 C 250 F 20 15 Durham 121 C 250 F 15 These programs are optional ...

Page 33: ...C 273 F Drying stage is available for PV pre vacuum models only Nominal parameters default settings Sterilization temperature 134 C 273 F Sterilization time 3 minutes Drying time 1 minute PV pre vacuum models only The stages names are as follows Start Pulse Low PV models only Pulse High PV models only Water Inlet Heating Sterilization Cooling C models only Exhaust Drying PV model only Ending ...

Page 34: ...the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure PV pre vacuum model only Drying vacuum is built up and the air pump is working Ending The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have been reached and then releases the door 5 2 Program 2 Plastic For plastic and other delicate instruments when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 121 C 250 F ...

Page 35: ...t rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure PV pre vacuum models only Drying vacuum is built up and the air pump is working Ending The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have been reached and then releases the door 5 3 Program 3 Liquid A For liquids when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 121 C 250 F for 15 minutes Cautions Both PT100 temperature se...

Page 36: ... chamber at a slow rate until it reaches the pressure of 30 kPa above the ambient pressure Then steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure Drying N A Ending The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have been reached and then releases the door 5 4 Program 4 Liquid B Waste For liquids when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving a...

Page 37: ...rilization temperature is maintained constant during the sterilization time Cooling N A Slow Exhaust Steam is exhausted from the chamber at a slow rate until it reaches the pressure of 30 kPa above the ambient pressure Then steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure Drying N A Ending The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have...

Page 38: ...ting The chamber is heated by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached Sterilization Sterilization temperature is maintained constant during the sterilization time Cooling Forced cooling to the required end temperature chamber pressure remains at approx 300 kPa and the cooling valve is opened Fast Exhaust the steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rat...

Page 39: ...h at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa Water Inlet Water enters the chamber Heating The chamber is heated by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached Sterilization Sterilization temperature is maintained constant during the sterilization time Cooling Forced cooling to the required end temperature chamber pressure remains at approx 300 kPa and the c...

Page 40: ...erations sequence PV pre vacuum models only Pulse low Pulse high at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa All exhaust from the chamber is performed through the bio hazard filter Water Inlet Water enters the chamber Heating The chamber is heated by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached Sterilization Sterilization temperature is maintained constant du...

Page 41: ...mmends autoclaving at temperatures of 121 C 250 F for 45 minutes Drying stage is available for PV pre vacuum models only Nominal parameters default settings Sterilization temperature 121 C 250 F Sterilization time 45 minutes Drying time 1 minute PV pre vacuum models only Operations sequence PV pre vacuum models only Pulse low Pulse high at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa All exhaust ...

Page 42: ...ng Ending The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have been reached and then releases the door 5 9 Program 9 Bio Hazard Liquids BH bio hazard models only All exhaust from the chamber before completion of the Sterilization stage is performed through the bio hazard filter For liquids when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 121ºC 250 F for 45 minutes Cautions B...

Page 43: ...g N A Slow Exhaust Steam is exhausted from the chamber at a slow rate until it reaches the pressure of 30 kPa above the ambient pressure Then steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure Note If the cycle fails fast exhaust is performed through the bio hazard filter Some water may remain in the chamber after a failed cycle To remove such water p...

Page 44: ...ge for 5 minutes This period enables the condition in the chamber to reach equilibrium After the 5 minutes have elapsed the printer records the pressure that is referred to as P2 At this point the test begins and lasts 10 minutes At the end of the test the printer records the results The pressure at the end of the test is referred to as P3 The rate of change of P3 P2 shall not exceed 0 13 kPa min ...

Page 45: ...arm up temperature is maintained constant for the warm up time Sterilization N A Cooling N A Fast Exhaust the steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure Drying N A Note Some water may remain in the chamber 5 12 Program 12 Isothermal For liquids when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at 60 100 C 140 212 F with no drying Recommending for m...

Page 46: ...r Heating The chamber is warmed up until the Keep Heat temperature is reached inside the chamber Keep Heat Keep Heat temperature is maintained constant for the preset Keep Heat time Cooling N A Fast Exhaust the steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure Drying N A Ending The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have been reached...

Page 47: ...es with approximately the same amount of liquid Nominal parameters default settings Sterilization temperature 121 C 250 F Sterilization time 15 minutes Operations sequence Heating Air enters the chamber followed by steam that heats it up until the sterilization temperature is reached Air adds pressure needed to prevent swelling or warping of soft plastic items Chamber fan is used to mix air with s...

Page 48: ...s Cautions Both PT100 temperature sensors must be inside the bottles For proper sterilization fill the bottles with approximately the same amount of liquid Nominal parameters default settings Sterilization temperature 121 C 250 F Sterilization time 20 minutes Operations sequence Heating Steam enters the chamber and heats it up until the sterilization temperature is reached During the interval of t...

Page 49: ...inutes This is to check the durability of the bottles Fast Exhaust The steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure Drying N A Ending The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have been reached and then releases the door 5 15 Program 15 Durham For liquids when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 121ºC 250 F f...

Page 50: ...constant during the sterilization time Slow Exhaust Steam is exhausted from the chamber at a slow rate until chamber temperature reaches 105 C Cooling Forced cooling to the required end temperature chamber pressure remains at approx 140kPa and the cooling valve is opened Fast Exhaust The steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure Drying N A En...

Page 51: ...ou will learn how to browse through the folders When you read the Directories and subdirectories chapter with links to specific menus you will need to know how to browse through the folders using the autoclave control panel Below is the instruction Login as User see 7 4 The Main menu screen appears To browse through the menus 1 Press the Up and Down keys to scroll through the menus 2 Press the Sta...

Page 52: ...owsed through the menus and reached the parameter changing screen as explained above Now you can change the required parameter as desired To do so 1 Enter the required value as follows Press the Up and Down keys to change the value of the digit Press the Start Stop key to move the cursor to the next digit to the left 2 When finished press the Start Stop key repeatedly until you move the cursor to ...

Page 53: ...se note the maximum and minimum values for this parameter shown on the screen Your value must be within these boundaries Below is the example of changing the Dry time parameter on the screen used in the previous section ...

Page 54: ...UP and DOWN keys simultaneously 6 3 Quick options screen When the autoclave is on and no cycle is running press Up and Down keys simultaneously to enter the Quick options screen Most of the options require login and their availability depends on user authority user or technician Login command is the last line on this screen Quick options are options available without login ...

Page 55: ...wse through the menus section 7 2 explains how to change a parameter Below is the explanation of some Quick Options 6 3 1 Version Information This directory allows viewing information of the current factory default and previous software versions 1 Enter the Version information screen Serial number Software version ...

Page 56: ...ng screen will appear On the Start cycle by clock screen the time is displayed in the form HH MM The hour range is 24 hours i e from 0 to 24 Setting the time to start the cycle 1 Move the cursor to the Time field 2 Set the required time Enabling the Start Cycle by Clock 1 Set the starting time 2 Move the cursor to Enabled Press Up or Down key to enable starting cycle by clock ...

Page 57: ...Starting cycle by clock 3 Exit the Enabling the Start Cycle by Clock 6 3 3 Set date and time This subdirectory enables the operator to set date and time On the Set date and time screen the time is displayed in the upper row in the form HH MM SS The hour range is 24 hour i e from 0 to 24 The date is displayed in the lower row in the form DD MMM YYYY 1 Set time and date 2 Exit the Set date and time ...

Page 58: ...ains how to browse through the menus section 7 2 explains how to change a parameter When the autoclave is on and no cycle is running press the up and down keys simultaneously to enter the Quick Options screen see 7 3 On this screen you can either proceed to login see below or choose one of the quick options available without login To login as user 1 On the Quick Options screen choose login Select ...

Page 59: ... Choose User then press the Start Stop key to enter The following screen will appear 0000 is displayed on the screen with the cursor flashing on the right digit Set the code to 0001 You will get to the Main menu ...

Page 60: ...ough an easy scrollable menu tree To learn how to scroll through the menus change the parameters and perform some other functions using our three button keypad see 7 1 and 7 2 Below is the typical parameter changing screen 6 6 System Parameters This menu is listing the system parameters that are the same for all cycles Browse to the following folder Main menu System parameters You will see the fol...

Page 61: ...lowing folder System parameters Screen Saver Change the parameter as desired 6 7 Maintenance Maintenance procedures provided by Bacsoft software allow you additional tests and USB input output options Browse to the following folder Main menu Maintenance You will see the following screen listing the maintenance options Below is the instruction for autoclave s maintenance menu ...

Page 62: ...t least Ambient temperature should be less than 45 C Note Please reset the atmospheric pressure when you install the autoclave for the first time and each time you relocate or calibrate the autoclave 6 7 2 Printer test I n this menu you can check the normal function of the printer The printer will print the list of errors Browse to the following folder Maintenance Printer test The following screen...

Page 63: ...e cycle parameters Note For all the standard sterilization cycles and for Bowie and Dick test the only changeable cycle parameter is dry time you will not see other parameters on your screen For the custom cycles created by duplication and for the Warm Up cycle more options are changeable Operator is not allowed to create custom cycles only authorized technician can do this 6 8 1 Dry Time This par...

Page 64: ... elements are on for the time set in Dry Heat On 1 then they go off for the time set in Dry Heat Off 1 and then this sequence is repeated during the entire Dry First Stage Time The same is true for the Dry Second Stage 6 8 2 Add Dry Time This subdirectory allows you to change the Dry Time parameter for the current cycle Browse to the following folder Cycle parameters Drying Add Dry Time Change the...

Page 65: ... Exhaust 7 Drying ELPV model only 8 Ending 9 Cycle Ended 7 2 Screens following aborted cycles after complete sterilization stage The sterilization phase ended successfully cycle ended and the reason of failure is displayed For example the next two scenarios 7 2 1 Canceled by user after complete sterilization stage The cycle ended successfully the reason for aborted cycle is displayed ...

Page 66: ...e In this case the display becomes yellow a warning sign and the reason of failure will be displayed For example the next two scenarios 7 3 1 Failure according to Pressure Time Error 7 3 2 Failure according to Cancellation by user before complete sterilization stage When Cycle Failed appears on the screen the user shall press START STOP key in order to delete the Cycle Failed message ...

Page 67: ...Page 66 An example for all displayed warnings according to Cycle Failed Cycle Failed message Reason of failure Warning symbol The screen color changed from white to yellow ...

Page 68: ...and pressure are printed at fixed time intervals according to the phase of the process as shown in the table on the next page The data is printed from the bottom up beginning with the date and ending with Cycle Ended For an aborted cycle Cycle Failed and the Error message are printed refer to Displayed Error Messages Symbols For an example of a typical printout see next page PRINTER OUTPUT DESCRIP...

Page 69: ... 00 18 04 134 4 315 1 The time temperature and pressure during heating H 00 16 35 128 9 268 4 The time temperature and pressure during heating H 00 13 35 116 3 180 9 The time temperature and pressure during heating A 00 11 04 107 0 120 9 The time temperature and pressure during Air removal A 00 10 22 115 1 180 4 The time temperature and pressure during Air removal A 00 10 00 113 7 170 5 The time t...

Page 70: ...rameters values that are not as default 00 Model 3870ELVC Model name Ser Num 000000000001 Model Serial number Time 11 50 05 Time sterilization cycle started Date 9 FEB 2010 Date sterilization cycle started Time 08 51 39 Time of turning on Date 9 FEB 2010 Date of turning on POWER ON The device is turned on Time 00 00 00 Time of turning off Date 9 FEB 2010 Date of turning off POWER OFF The device is...

Page 71: ...ter surface with a dry soft cloth with a weak neutral detergent After that wipe the printer with a dry cloth 8 2 2 Setting paper PLUS II Front view 1 Paper mouth 2 STATUS Led 3 OPEN key for paper roll compartment opening 4 FEED key 5 Paper roll compartment 6 Paper end sensor Fig 1 ...

Page 72: ...own see Fig 3 1 Handle the paper cutter carefully not to cut your hand 3 Place the paper roll making sure it unrolls in the proper direction as shown see Fig 3 2 4 Take out the paper and re close the cover as shown see Fig 3 3 the printer cover is locked 5 Tear off the exceeding paper using the jagged edge see Fig 3 4 Fig 3 1 2 ...

Page 73: ...hich may lead to fires or accidents Never use the printer in a place of extreme humidity or any place where it can possibly be splashed by any liquids If any liquids get into the printer it could lead to fire electric shock or other serious accidents Never touch the thermal head immediately after printing because it becomes very hot Make sure that the thermal head is cool before setting papers or ...

Page 74: ... detergent and mineral free water 4 Launder textile wraps prior to reuse 5 After cleaning rinse instruments for 30 seconds Follow manufacturer s instructions on the use of products for cleaning and lubricating instruments after using the ultrasonic cleaner 6 Materials including materials used for inner wraps shall be compatible with the item being packed and the sterilizing method selected 7 Use s...

Page 75: ...ty 9 2 Liquids 1 Use only heat proof glass containers filled to 2 3 capacity 2 For Slow exhaust cooling without air the glass container should be covered but unsealed 3 Place the two temperature sensors into two separate liquid containers These are used to control the program temperature and ensure the safety of the operating cycle 9 3 Loading The loading of goods and instruments is done by means ...

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Page 77: ...The function of the drain valve is to drain the water reservoir To drain the reservoir into a bucket 1 Open the drain valve 2 Fully drain the reservoir 3 Close the drain valve Note Drain the water from the mineral free water reservoir once a week and refill with fresh mineral free water or distilled water 10 1 2 Filling 1 Connect the electric cord to power source 2 Pour distilled water through a w...

Page 78: ...ter may clog the system A clogged system causes increase of pressure which prevents temperature from rising Under no circumstance should water be filled above the cooling coil 10 2 Turning on the autoclave To start the system turn on the main switch 1 located under the printer cover 1 2 3 ...

Page 79: ... cylinder performs the automatic opening and closing of the door 10 3 Opening the door In order to open the door follow the next steps When the door is closed the screen below will be displayed Press the key in order to open the door The following screen will be displayed 1 ...

Page 80: ...ly according to instructions in sec 9 PREPARATION BEFORE STERILIZATION Select the program UP key next program DOWN key previous program Verify that you chose the required program 10 5 Closing and locking the door In order to close the door follow the following steps When the door is open the screen below will be displayed ...

Page 81: ...o the wall of the autoclave chamber for about 10 seconds until the System Ready message appears as shown below While the door is locking the following screen will be displayed When the door is properly locked open door symbol will be replaced by the System Ready message as shown below ...

Page 82: ...until the message disappears Do not fill the reservoir completely 2 Start the cycle by pressing the START STOP key If your autoclave supports CFR 21 part 11 standard perform the following procedure SELECT USER screen will be displayed 1 Enter the Enter Code screen by moving the cursor to your username Use Up and Down keys and pressing START STOP key The following screen will be displayed ...

Page 83: ...forbidden to lean on the autoclave It is strictly forbidden to place your hand or any part of your body over the door Since the autoclave is defined as a bio hazard autoclave a failed cycle may leave un sterilized waste in the chamber Therefore failed cycle will be followed by a slow exhaust and the door will remain locked To enable opening the door perform a new cycle The door can be opened only ...

Page 84: ...me of the beginning of the cycle The maximum possible delay is 24 hours For further information see Error Reference source not found Start Cycle by Clock 10 10 Moving the Autoclave 1 Disconnect the power supply cord 2 Disconnect the water and drain hoses 3 Disconnect the compressed air hoses if applicable 4 Drain the water from the chamber To avoid injuries Moving the autoclave should be done by u...

Page 85: ...n of the cycle take out the load immediately from the sterilizer Do not remove the load from the basket until its temperature reduces to the room temperature Let the load cool down in an area without air movement air conditioning etc and with minimum people passing by to avoid possibility of touching the hot load Do not touch the hot load since hot load absorbs moister and therefore may absorb bac...

Page 86: ...he door gasket with a soft cloth The gasket should be clean and smooth 11 1 2 Weekly 3 Remove the baskets if applicable Clean the chamber and baskets with a cleaning agent water and with a cloth sponge You may use diluted Chamber Brite solution as cleaning agent To prepare this solution pour one bag of Chamber Brite into 3 4 1 liter of warm mineral free water Immediately after cleaning rinse the b...

Page 87: ...lves and instrumentation to be done by an authorized technician 11 1 4 Periodical Tests 1 Once every month activate the safety valve see below 11 2 Checking the Safety Valve The safety valve is located on the rear side of the autoclave In order to prevent the safety valve from a blockage operate it once a month 11 2 1 PED approved type safety valve Operate the sterilization cycle according to the ...

Page 88: ... the ring of the safety valve using a tool i e screwdriver hook etc and lift the safety valve ring for 2 seconds Be careful not to burn your hands Press the STOP STOP key to interrupt the operation and exhaust steam from chamber Wait until pressure goes down to zero only then can the door be opened Attention Use protective gloves in order not to burn your hands with the hot steam Rear Wall Pressur...

Page 89: ...Page 88 Safety valve ring ...

Page 90: ...the machine and the mains see rear view drawing 3 Lift the circuit breaker lever The printer prints but nothing is printed on the paper 1 The Paper roll is not installed in the right way see 8 2 Printer handling 1 Install the paper roll in the right way Only one side of the paper is printable see 8 2 Printer handling The printer does not print 1 No paper is inserted in the printer see 8 2 Printer ...

Page 91: ...e Perform a new cycle High Temp Ending This message is displayed if the system cannot reach the required temperature in the chamber within 10 minutes Perform a new cycle High Temp Cooling This message is displayed if the system cannot reach the required temperature in the cooling stage within preset time Check and fix the city tap water supply Heat Time Error This message is displayed if the syste...

Page 92: ...cannot reach preset pressure within 10 minutes from the beginning of the exhaust stage Perform a new cycle Pressure Time Error This message is displayed if the system cannot reach the required pressure conditions in the chamber after preset time during the air removal stage Verify that the autoclave is not overloaded RTC Error Please Set Current Date and Time This message is displayed in order to ...

Page 93: ...Fill the mineral free water reservoir Cycle counter exceeded Please call for service Number of cycles since last periodical maintenance exceeded the preset number as defined by cycle counter parameter Call for service Power Down This message is displayed if power down has occurred during the cycle this message will print out in the printer after the autoclave will turn on Turn on the autoclave and...

Page 94: ...sensor is disconnected or out of range Call for service Chamber temperatur e not in range This message is displayed if the temperature in the chamber is too high or too low from the normal range Call for service Chamber pressure not in range This message is displayed if the pressure in the chamber is too high or too low from the normal range Call for service I O Card Failed This message is display...

Page 95: ...waste products with vent holes Model Dia x Height mm Capacit y Dia x Height mm Capacit y 3840 357 x 220 1 366 x 330 1 357 x 330 1 366 x 220 1 3850 357 x 220 2 366 x 330 1 357 x 330 1 366 x 220 2 3870 357 x 330 2 366 x 330 2 357 x 220 3 366 x 220 3 High Basket Container for waste products Low Basket ...

Page 96: ...iner element FIL175 0046 Teflon gasket 4 mm GAS082 0008 15 Accessories Description Cat No Printer PLUSII S2B 0004 THE002 0052 Stainless steel wire basket High BSK387 0001 Low BSK387 0002 Stainless steel container for waste products with vents holes High BSK387 0005 Low BSK387 0003 ...

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