Water Line Filter Maintenance; Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting Guide - Dentsply Sirona Cavitron Plus Directions For Use Manual

1. Verify that the system is turned OFF.
2. Disconnect the water supply hose from the dental
office water supply. If a quick disconnect connector is
attached to the end of the hose, relieve the water
pressure by pressing the tip of the connector in an
appropriate container and drain the water.
3. Grasp the fittings on either side of the filter disk and
twist counterclockwise. Remove the filter section
from either side of the water hose.
4. Install the replacement filter onto the water hose
fittings. The filter should be positioned to match up
with the correct hose fitting.
5. Hand tighten one hose fitting onto filter in a clockwise
direction. Tighten second hose onto filter in clockwise
direction. Reconnect the water supply line, operate unit
to bleed the air and test for leaks.
SECTION 11:

Troubleshooting

Although service and repair of the Cavitron Plus Ultrasonic
Scaler should be performed by DENTSPLY personnel, the
following are some basic troubleshooting procedures that will
help avoid unnecessary service calls. Generally, check all
lines and connections to and from the System. A loose plug
or connection will often create problems. Check the settings
on the System's controls.

11 1 Troubleshooting Guide

Symptom:
System operates: Tap-On™ Technology is not
working
1. Tap-On Technology might be disabled. Refer to section
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8.5.
2. Check to see if handpiece is in holder. Tap-On
Technology is disabled when handpiece is in holder.
3. Check to see if the insert is secured inside the
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handpiece. Tap-On
is no insert in the handpiece.
Symptom:
System will not operate: No Power ON indicator
1. Check that the Main Power Switch is in the ON (l)
position, and that the detachable Power Cord is fully
seated in the receptacle on back of System.
2. Check that the system's power cord plug is fully seated
in an approved AC wall outlet.
3. Check that the wall outlet is functional.
Symptom:
System will not operate: Power ON Indicator is
illuminated
1. If the office has more than one Tap-On
test each to ensure that the proper Tap-On
Pedal is being used. With a handpiece and insert
installed, depress the Tap-On
first position. The system should dispense water. If
none of the Tap-On
TM
™
Technology is disabled when there
Foot Pedal,
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Foot
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Foot Pedal to the
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Foot Pedals operate the system,
continue to the next step.
2. Resynchronize one Tap-On
(see Section 7.8 Tap-On
Symptom:
System operates: No water flow to insert tip or
handpiece overheats
1. Assure that handpiece lavage control is properly
adjusted.
2. Check for clogged insert. Replace insert if necessary.
3. Check that dental office water supply valves are open.
4. If the system is connected to DualSelect Dispensing
System, check that fluid level in the selected bottle is
sufficient. Make sure valves are open when using
external water source.
5. Check that the water line filter is clean. Replace
filter if needed.
Symptom:
System operates: No insert cavitation
1. Check that the Power Level Control is not in Rinse
Mode.
2. Check the insert for damage and that it is properly
installed in the handpiece.
3. Check that the handpiece is properly installed to the
cable assembly.
4. Verify that the soft nozzle grip is flush with the hard
plastic of the insert port.
5. Turn the system's Main Power Switch to the OFF (0)
position. Wait 5 seconds and turn the system back ON.
6. If problem still exists, replace both "AA" batteries in
Tap-On Foot Pedal with new "AA" batteries (Refer to
TM
section 7.7) or connect the Auxiliary Tap-On
Pedal Cable.
Symptom:
System operates: Purge Mode will not function –
icon flashing
1. Check that there is no insert in the handpiece.
2. Check that handpiece is properly installed to the cable
assembly.
Symptom:
System operates: Service Indicator blinking
• Fast Blinking (3 blinks per second)
– Indicates improper set-up
1. If insert is in the handpiece, remove. Verify the
handpiece is properly seated and hold the foot
control for 2 seconds. If blinking stops, the system
is ready for use. If blinking remains, continue to the
next step.
2. Attach a NEW handpiece and hold Tap-On
Pedal for 2 seconds. If blinking stops, the system is
ready for use. Discard the old handpiece or return if
within warranty. If blinking remains, continue to the
next step.
3. Install and fully seat an insert into handpiece. Hold
Tap-On Foot Pedal for 2 seconds. If blinking
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stops, the system is ready for use. If blinking
remains, continue to the next step.
4. Install and fully seat a NEW insert in handpiece and
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Foot Pedal to the system
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Foot Pedal Synchronization).
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Foot
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Foot
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