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Make sure you are using the correct times for your model machine.
A hot start is any cycle that is begun within 1 hour of a previous cycle ending
(including drying time).
Note:
These sterilization times are based on the unit being supplied the
correct voltage, as indicated on the Technical Label attached to the outer
cabinet. If the voltage supplied is substantially less than the indicated voltage,
additional time must be added to each cycle.
1.
Set the Timer to the desired sterilization cycle time according to the
Sterilization Time Table.
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The Heat Light will come on, indicating that power is being supplied to
the Heating Elements and remain on until the correct sterilization
pressure is achieved.
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Once the correct pressure is reached the Heat Light will cycle on and
off, indicating that the Heating Elements are turning on and off to
maintain the correct sterilization pressure.
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When the Timer reaches 0 min, the Heating Elements are turned off
and a buzzer will sound indicating that the sterilization cycle is
complete.
2.
If unwrapped instruments were sterilized and no drying is required, follow
these steps.
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Once the Timer has reached 0 min, turn the Multi-purpose valve knob
promptly to the Exhaust / Dry position. This will allow the steam and
leftover water to return to the reservoir.
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When the white needle on the pressure gauge has reached
0 psi, the door can be opened.
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Unscrew the Door Closing Device, move it to the side and open the
door to remove the instruments.
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Now turn the Multi-purpose valve knob to the “0” or off position.
Note: The sterility of instruments processed in unwrapped cycles
cannot
be
maintained
if
exposed
to
a
non-sterile
environment.
3.
If wrapped instruments were sterilized and drying is required, follow these
steps.
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Once the Timer has reached 0 min, turn the Multi-purpose valve knob
promptly to the Exhaust / Dry position. This will allow the steam and
leftover water to return to the reservoir. Do not allow the pressure to
drop below 10 psi before beginning this procedure. This will cause
water to remain in the bottom of the chamber even after the Multi-
purpose valve has been turned to Exh / Dry. Resetting the Timer for
drying will only be heating up this water and not drying the
instruments.
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If the pressure has dropped below 10 psi, leave the unit in the
STERILIZE position, leave the door closed and locked. Now reset the
Timer for 10 minutes.
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When the Timer reaches 0 min, the pressure should be above 10 psi (if
not, add 5 more minutes to the Timer). Now turn the Multi-purpose
valve to the Exh / Dry position. This will ensure that all the water has
been returned to the reservoir.