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- Page 1 Harvey ® Chemiclave EC5500/EC6000 Sterilizers Owner/Operator Manual EC5500 Series 1121 EC6000 Series 1122 LT1121X1 • 1/9/03...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Information ..................................3 Alert Signals..................................3 Warnings ....................................3 General Description ................................4 Controls and Features ................................5 Power Switch..................................5 Control Panel..................................5 Chemi-Filter ..................................6 Door Latch..................................6 Waste Tank Drain ................................6 Pressure Relief Valve ................................6 Chemipurge ..................................6 Operation ....................................7 Preparing Items for Sterilization ............................8 Items Not Recommened for Chemical Vapor Sterilization ....................8 Recommended Sterilization Monitoring Program ........................9 Filling The Vapo-Steril Reservoir ............................10... -
Page 3: Safety Information
Safety Information ® Your Harvey Chemiclave EC5500/EC6000 sterilizer has Alert Signals been designed with function, reliability and safety in mind. It is your responsibility to install it in conformance with local electrical codes. This manual contains impor- tant safety information. You must carefully read and un- Warning derstand the contents of this manual prior to the use of Warnings alert you to a possibility of... -
Page 4: General Description
General Description ® The Harvey Chemiclave sterilizer is a safe, fast and effective sterilizer for use in medical and dental offices, hospitals, clin- ics and other health care facilities. To sterilize goods, Chemiclave sterilizers use an unsaturated chemical vapor process. This method is proven for sterilizing instruments without dulling, rusting, corroding or otherwise impairing their properties. -
Page 5: Controls And Features
ENERAL ESCRIPTION Controls and Features Power Switch The power switch on the front of the sterilizer turns power to the sterilizer ON (I) or OFF (O). See Figure 1. Control Panel Pressure Gauge Displays the chamber pressure. See Figure 2. Timer Times the 20 minute exposure phase and the purge phase. -
Page 6: Chemi-Filter
ENERAL ESCRIPTION ® Chemi-Filter The Chemi-Filter is a cylindrical filter that is placed in the top of the sterilizer, directly behind the fill funnel. It removes form- aldehyde and potentially objectionable odors from the Chemiclave exhaust. Door Latch The door latch secures the door. It is opened by the door handle. -
Page 7: Operation
Operation The Chemiclave sterilizer uses Harvey® Vapo-Steril solution to sterilize instruments without dulling, rusting or Warning corroding. To ensure safe and effective use, follow these Do not attempt to open the door until precautions: the pressure gauge has returned to 0 •... -
Page 8: Preparing Items For Sterilization
PERATION Preparing Items for Sterilization Thoroughly clean, rinse and dry the items before placing them in the sterilizer, An ultrasonic cleaner is suggested for removal of debris. Note Items placed in the sterilizer must be dry. Moisture on items processed in Clean and lubricate instruments according to the the sterilizer may cause an incomplete manufacturer’s instructions. -
Page 9: Filling The Vapo-Steril Reservoir
PERATION Warning Avoid breathing Vapo-Steril fumes. Filling the Vapo-Steril Reservoir Warning Vapo-Steril solution causes eye dam- When the VAPO indicator lights, drain the waste tank (a age and may cause skin irritation. Do drain fitting and tubing are provided) and fill the Vapo-Steril not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. -
Page 10: Draining The Waste Tank
PERATION Draining the Waste Tank Insert the open end of the tubing into a contain- Warning Do not drain the waste tank while a cycle is in progress. This could depres- Lock the drain fitting into the drain port. Waste surize the chamber and interfere with will begin to exit the drain (see Figure 4). -
Page 11: Filling The Reservoir
Filling the Reservoir Locate the fill funnel (see Figure 5). Remove Warning cap from the fill funnel. Do not fill the Chemiclave sterilizer without a Chemi-Filter in place. Remove the cap from a bottle of Vapo-Steril Operation without a Chemi-Filter could solution, and attach the fill spout. - Page 12 PERATION Figure 6: Controls and Features...
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Page 13: Running A Cycle
PERATION Running a Cycle Preparation Caution Set control knob to DEPRESSURIZE. Do this Do not operate the Chemiclave steriliz- before turning the sterilizer ON (see Figure 5). er without a Chemi-Filter in place. Operation without a Chemi-Filter could Check that the Chemi-Filter is in place. If it is result in emission above permissible not, install it. - Page 14 PERATION Unwrapped Goods • Use Harvey Chemi-Test tray liners. • Be sure instruments are clean and dry. • Do not overload. Maximum loads: EC5500—3.1 lb. (1400 g); EC6000— 6.2 lb. (2800g). Wrapped Goods Figure 8: Door Release • Package loads loosely—single wrapped, paper bags or pouches.
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Page 15: If The Door Will Not Open
PERATION If the Door Will Not Open Swing the door handle 180°. Note If there is pressure in the chamber, the Hook the fingers of your left hand around the handle will pivot without releasing the door handle and brace your left thumb against door latch. -
Page 16: Starting The Cycle
PERATION Starting the Cycle Turn the control knob to PRESSURIZE. • This starts the EXPOSURE phase of the cycle (see Figure 11). • The timer will display “20.” • Chamber pressure will increase. Timed Exposure Begins • When chamber pressure reaches 20 psi, the timer starts automatically (see Figure 12). -
Page 17: Completing The Cycle
PERATION Completing the Cycle After the tone sounds, turn the control knob to DEPRESSURIZE (see Figure 13). After 1 minute, the automatic purge phase begins (see Figure 14). • The PURGE indicator lights. • The complete indicator goes out. • The timer displays “07”... - Page 18 PERATION Note If there is pressure in the chamber, the handle will pivot without releasing the door latch. This safety feature helps prevent opening the door accidentally. • Squeeze so the handle pulls directly to the right (see Figure 15 ). This will release the Warning door latch.
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Page 19: Stopping A Cycle
PERATION Stopping a Cycle If you must stop a cycle before it is complete, follow the procedure below: 1. Turn the control knob to DEPRESSURIZE. Observe the sterilizer. The timer displays “00.” Figure 17: Stopping a Cycle The tone sounds. The PURGE indicator flashes during the tone. - Page 20 PERATION Leave the control knob at PRESSURIZE. This keeps the chamber sealed. Do not remove the load yet. Wait for the power to be restored. Power Restored When the power is restored, the sterilizer responds dif- ferently depending on (1) the model and (2) where in the cycle it was interrupted.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting , i s l l i " . i s " e , t i l c t i l l i . r i r i f r i f . y l d l i . y l r i f r i f . -
Page 22: Maintenance
Maintenance Daily Warning Avoid burns. Be sure the sterilizer is Cleaning the Door Gasket cool maintaining areas around the chamber and door. Wipe the door gasket and mating surface each day with a clean, damp cloth (see Figure 19 ) Do not use abrasive cleaners. -
Page 23: Draining The Waste Tank
AINTENANCE Warning Vapo-Steril solution causes eye dam- age and may cause skin irritation. Do Draining the Waste Tank not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Drain the waste tank when the VAPO indicator lights on the Wear goggles or face shield when han- control panel (see Figure 20). -
Page 24: Weekly
AINTENANCE Note Harvey chamber cleaner works best in a warm, dry chamber. Weekly Hot Surface Wear protective gloves and safety Cleaning the Chamber and Trays glasses. Chamber and trays may Close the door. cause burns if touched. Turn ON the POWER switch. Wait 2 minutes. Turn OFF the POWER switch. -
Page 25: When Required
AINTENANCE Warning If the Chemi-Filter cartridge is broken, avoid contact with skin and eyes and When Required avoid breathing dust. For additional information, see the Material Safety Data Sheet. Replacing the Chemi-Filter Be sure the power switch is OFF. (See Figure.) Grasp the pull strap at the top of the used Warning Chemi-Filter. -
Page 26: Replacing The Door Gasket
AINTENANCE Months Until Replacement Calculation Values Needed: Assign proper values to c, D and T. c = no. of cycles/workday (operator defined) D = no. of workdays/week (operator defined) T = Total no. of cycles before filter needs re- placement (see chart ) t l i Calculation: Insert the values for c, D and T into the formula:... -
Page 27: Door Adjustment
AINTENANCE Door Adjustment If chamber pressure is not retained during a cycle, door adjustment may be necessary. Clean or replace the door gasket if necessary. Turn the sterilizer ON. Run a “no load” cycle to heat it to operating temperature. When the cycle is complete and chamber pressure is below 2 psi, open the door. -
Page 28: Installation
Installation To install the sterilizer, complete these steps: • Position the sterilizer. Warning • Make the electrical connection. Locate the sterilizer away from areas where explosive anesthetics are used • Install the Chemi-Filter. or stored. • Perform an operational checkout. Warning Ventilation must be adequate to ensure compliance with applicable... - Page 29 AINTENANCE Figure 26: Positioning the Unit Figure 27: Electrical Connection...
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Page 30: Electrical Requirements
AINTENANCE Electrical Requirements a separate electrical circuit is recommended for the electri- cal power source for the Chemiclave (see Figure 27). Chemi-Filter Installation Remove the new Chemi-Filter from its package. Mark the replacement date in the “Replace By” box on the Chemi-Filter label or refer to “Finding the Replacement Date”... -
Page 31: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications " 5 " 3 " 5 " 8 " 5 ° ° i l e : r i t i c . l f " 5 " 5 " 5 " 0 " 6 ° ° i l e : r i t i c . -
Page 32: Declaration Of Conformity
ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Declaration of Conformity Barnstead International hereby declares under its sole responsibility that this product conforms with the technical requirements of the following standards (230 volt models only): EMC: EN 61326-1 Safety: EN 61010-1 EN 61010-2-010 and meet(s) the requirements of the Medical Device... -
Page 33: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts t l i t l i " 8 " 8 " 0... - Page 34 All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Barnstead International dealer from whom you purchased this unit or can be obtained promptly from the factory. When service or replacement parts are needed we ask that you check first with your dealer.
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Page 35: Glossary
Glossary Agar: Semisolid growth medium used in growing microorganisms. Biological Indicator: A calibrated population of bacterial spores (of high resistance to the mode of steriliza- tion being monitored) in or on a carrier, put up in a package which maintains the integrity of the inoculated car- rier and which is of convenience to the ultimate user, that serves to demonstrate whether the contents have been subjected to sterilizing conditions. - Page 36 LOSSARY PSI: (pounds per square inch) English unit of pressure. Purge: Phase of the cycle when vapors are removed from the chamber. B/T Sure Biological Indicator: A biological indicator strip for monitoring steam and chemical vapor steriliza- tion, available from Harvey. Sterilant: Chemical solution (Vapo-Steril solution, for example) used as an agent in the sterilization process.
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