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Chapter 3
– Initial start-up
In this chapter you learn
Who may set up, install and start up the steam sterilizer
Which prerequisites you must create for setting up, installing and starting up the
steam sterilizer
Conditions for setting up, installing
and starting up
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Only have the steam sterilizer set up, installed, and
started up by people →authorized by MELAG.
Danger!
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According to the currently valid VDE standards, this
device is not suitable for use in areas subject to explosion
hazards.
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The steam sterilizer is intended for use outside the
patient environment. The minimum distance to the
treatment area must have a radius of at least 1.5 metres.
Damages to the steam sterilizer and/or injuries can occur
in case this precaution is not observed.
Set-up location requirements
Location
Set up the steam sterilizer in a dry and dustproof location. The
air humidity should be 30% to 60% and the ambient
temperature 16° to 26 °C.
Warning!
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Without fail, keep the specified distance free to the
surrounding surfaces at the sides and above the steam
sterilizer.
Non-observance can lead to heat accumulation. This
could adversely affect the function of the steam sterilizer
and entail the shortening of the vacuum pump's service
life and result in extended program times.
Distance to the surrounding surfaces
The distance to the surrounding surfaces must be at least 10
centimetres on both sides and 10 centimetres at the back side.
The steam sterilizer should be freely accessible from above,
so that the built-in storage tank can be filled and a good
ventilation is guaranteed.
