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instrument and the solution is not covered in this manual, please
contact your dealer or Tuttnauer USA Co.
Do not attempt to service
this instrument yourself
.
Tuttnauer USA
Co., Ltd., 25 Power Drive Hauppauge, NY 11788,
USA
Tel: (800) 624 5836, (631) 737 4850, Fax: (631) 737 0720
1.7.
Safety instructions
The autoclave has unique characteristics. Please read and understand
the operation instructions before first operation of the autoclave. This
manual includes instructions and guidance provided by the
manufacturer on: How to properly operate the autoclave, the door
safety mechanism, the dangers involved in circumventing the safety
features, how to ensure that the door is closed, and how to select a
correct sterilization program.
Make sure that you know where the main power switch is located.
Autoclave maintenance is crucial for the correct and efficient function
of the device.
The daily B&D test, at the beginning of the working day, is part of the
preventive maintenance plan, along with the annual validation of the
sterilization processes that ensures appropriate sterilization
conditions.
Never use the autoclave to sterilize liquids since it is not designed for
that purpose.
Never use the autoclave to sterilize corrosive products, such as: acids,
bases and phenols, volatile compounds, or solutions such as
ethanol, methanol, chloroform, or radioactive substances. Below
are the operating instructions
– safety instructions:
1. Always operate the autoclave strictly as instructed in this manual.
2. Always wear heat resistant gloves before unloading and avoid touching
hot loads and surfaces.
3. Instruments should not be loaded into the autoclave unless Steam
Sterilization is instructed in their User Manual. The instructed Steam
Sterilization Program should be verified against the programs available
in this autoclave.
4. Before use, check inside the autoclave chamber to ensure that no items
have been left from the previous cycle.
5. Load trays in such a way as to allow steam to move freely among all
items.
6. When sterilizing plastic materials, make sure that the item can withstand
sterilization temperature. Plastic that melts in the chamber is liable to
cause a great deal of damage.
7. On closing the device door, make sure it is properly locked before
activating. Verify that DOOR OPEN
symbol is replaced by the
message "System Ready".
