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7.
Clean outer parts of the autoclave with a soft cloth.
11.1.3
Periodically by Qualified Technician
For the BH
– bio-hazard models, every 1 month, or if the cycle fails
because of "low-heat", sterilize and clean the bio-hazard filter.
2.
For the BH
– bio-hazard models, every 100 cycles replace the bio-
hazard filter.
1.
Every 6 months replace the air filter, (if installed) (to be done by an
authorized technician).
2.
Once a year check and tighten the piping joints to avoid leakage (to be
done by an authorized technician).
1.
Checking the water reservoir, piping, plastic parts and electric wires.
3.
Once a year check and tighten all screw connections in the control box,
heaters, valves 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 manual.
Allow a pressure of approximately 200 kPa (29 psi) to build up in the
chamber.
Turn the safety valve pressure-regulating nut clockwise for 2 seconds.
Be careful not to burn your hands.
Return the nut to its original position.
Press the
STOP/STOP
key to interrupt the operation, and exhaust
steam from chamber.
Wait until the pressure decreases to zero, only then can the door be
opened.
Attention:
Use protective gloves in order not to burn your hands with the hot
steam.
