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2. Statim S-Class Calibration - Software Revision 6.00 & Higher
Instructions for the Calibration of Statim S-Class Autoclave
Warning
Incorrect or inaccurate calibration may cause unsuccessful sterilization of
instruments.
Always recalibrate the thermocouples and pressure transducer after
replacing a steam generator, probe bracket, pressure transducer,
controller board, pressure interface board, or microprocessor / EEPROM.
In addition, after the thermocouple is bent or reconnected to the controller
board, recalibration is recommended.
S-Class units contain electronic components which may be damaged or
destroyed by electro-static discharge (ESD). Observe appropriate
safeguards when calibrating.
Always wear a static strap when working with or near printed wiring
boards. In addition, use static footstraps, grounding mats and grounded
work surfaces when calibrating.
Make sure that there is sufficient steam-process distilled water in the unit
prior to starting calibration
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The AlEx steam generator thermocouple doesn't require calibration. The chamber
thermocouple and pressure transducer however must be calibrated to ensure the correct
operation of the unit.
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The chamber thermocouple is calibrated by adjusting the Chamber Thermocouple
Offset by using the UNWRAPPED and WRAPPED keys (see instructions below) while
comparing a temperature on the display with a temperature measured by a reference
thermometer.
The pressure transducer is calibrated by using the same UNWRAPPED and WRAPPED
(see instructions below) to adjust the measured chamber pressure reading on the LCD
to match the reference pressure meter attached to the cassette. The calibration is then
verified by comparing the measured chamber pressure to the calculated chamber
pressure and making a fine adjustment, if necessary.
To calibrate a Statim unit, follow these steps:
SETUP:
NOTE: Only the chamber thermocouple and pressure sensor need to be
calibrated. No boiler calibration is required on units with software revision above
R410.
1. Turn the unit off and fill the reservoir with steam-distilled water.
2.
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There is no need to remove the cover from the Statim in order to perform the
calibration.
3. Insert a calibration cassette and connect the external temperature and pressure
probe.