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MELAG Vacuklav 24 B+ Operating Manual

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Operating Manual
Vacuklav
Vacuklav
Steam sterilizer
from software version 5.15
EN
Dear doctor,
We thank you for your confidence demonstrated by the purchase of this MELAG product. As an owner-run and operated
family concern founded in 1951, we have a long history of successful specialization in hygiene products for practice-
based use. Our focus on innovation, quality and the highest standards of operational reliability has established MELAG
as the world's leading manufacturer in the instrument treatment and hygiene field.
You, our customer are justified in your demand for the best products, quality and reliability. Providing
hygiene"
and
"Quality – made in
management system is subject to close monitoring: one instrument to this end is our annual multi-day audit conducted in
accordance with ISO 13485. This guarantees that all MELAG products are manufactured and tested in accordance with
strict quality criteria.
The MELAG management and team.
®
24 B+
®
30 B+
Germany", we guarantee that these demands will be met. Our certified quality
"competence in

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  • Page 1 5.15 Dear doctor, We thank you for your confidence demonstrated by the purchase of this MELAG product. As an owner-run and operated family concern founded in 1951, we have a long history of successful specialization in hygiene products for practice- based use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents 1 General notes .................................. 5 Symbols used.................................. 5 Symbols on the device ................................. 6 2 Safety..................................... 7 3 Performance specifications .............................. 9 Intended use .................................. 9 Overview of sterilization programs (class B) ........................ 9 4 Description of the device.............................. 10 Views of the device ................................ 10 Operating panel.................................. 11 Load mounts .................................. 12 5 Installation requirements.............................. 13 Installation location................................ 13...
  • Page 4 Contents 11 Maintenance.................................. 31 Servicing intervals ................................ 31 Cleaning ..................................... 31 Maintenance.................................. 32 12 Malfunctions .................................. 33 13 Technical data .................................. 34...

  • Page 5: General Notes

    1 General notes 1 General notes Please read this operating manual carefully before commissioning the device. This manual contains important safety information. The functionality and value-retention of this device depends on the care accorded to it. Please store this operating manual carefully and in close proximity to the device. It represents a component of the product.

  • Page 6: Symbols On The Device

    MELAG devices are synonymous for long-term quality. When you eventually need to decommission your MELAG device, we offer a special disposal service. Simply contact...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Set-up, installation and commissioning Check the device for any damage suffered during transport after unpacking. The device should only be set-up, installed and commissioned by MELAG authorized persons. The connections for electrical provision and water supply and effluent must be set-up by trained personnel.
  • Page 8 Maintenance Have the maintenance done only by authorized persons. Maintain the specified servicing intervals. Only original MELAG spare parts may be used. Malfunctions Should the device issue the same malfunction message repeatedly, turn off the device and if necessary, inform your stockist.

  • Page 9: Performance Specifications

    3 Performance specifications 3 Performance specifications Intended use This steam sterilizer is designed for application in a medical context, e.g. general practitioners and dental practices. DIN EN 13060 classifies this steam sterilizer is a Class B sterilizer. As a universal steam sterilizer, it is suited to highly-demanding sterilization tasks.

  • Page 10: Description Of The Device

    4 Description of the device 4 Description of the device Views of the device Operating and display panel Door, swings open to the left Slide seal grip Power switch Front device foot (adjustable) Fig. 1: View from front Cooling water inflow (3/4” external thread) Safety combination in accordance with EN 1717...

  • Page 11: Operating Panel

    4 Description of the device Chamber Door locking pin Chamber sealing face Cap for emergency activation of the vacuum pump 2x Device fuses Motor protection switch reset button Serial data and printer connection (RS232) Door seal Round blank Fig. 3: View of the interior Operating panel The operating panel consists of a two-row alphanumerical LC display and four membrane keys.

  • Page 12: Load Mounts

    4 Description of the device Load mounts The steam sterilizer is always delivered with a mount for holding trays or cassettes. Detailed information regarding the various mounts, their combinability with various load holders and their application can be found in the operating manual “Usage instructions for mounts”. Mount A "Plus"...

  • Page 13: Installation Requirements

    The steam sterilizer should only be setup, installed and commissioned by persons authorized by MELAG. In accordance with current VDE specifications, the steam sterilizer is unsuitable for operation in areas exposed to the danger of explosion.

  • Page 14: Space Requirements

    5 Installation requirements Space requirements Fig. 4: View from the front, the right and above Dimensions Vacuklav 24 B+ Vacuklav 30 B+ Width 42.5 cm Height 49.5 cm Depth, total* 70.5 cm 66 cm Clearance between the device feet 43.5 cm 32 cm Clearance from rear device foot up to the rear 10 cm...
  • Page 15 5 Installation requirements Additional space requirement for the feed water supply Additional space for a storage container or a water treatment unit is required. It is also necessary to guarantee free access to the hoses and cables leading from the steam sterilizer to the water treatment unit.

  • Page 16: Installation

    Record of installation and set-up The responsible stockist is to complete the record of installation and setup as proof of the correct setup, installation and commissioning. A copy is to be sent to MELAG. This is a constituent part of any guarantee claim.

  • Page 17: Water Connection

    Leakage water detector For insurance reasons, we recommend the installation of a leakage water detector with a cut-off valve (e.g. a MELAG water stop), as the MELAdem 40 / MELAdem 47 are under constant water pressure from the domestic water supply.

  • Page 18: Sterilization

    7 Sterilization 7 Sterilization Switching on the steam sterilizer ü The steam sterilizer is connected to the electricity supply. The steam sterilizer is switched on at the power switch. The display switches between the initial state and the notification Unlock door with '+' key, if the door is closed.

  • Page 19: Frequency Of Sterilization

    Insert trays or cassettes in the chamber only with their appropriate mount. Use perforated trays such as those from MELAG. Only in this way can condensate drain off. The use a non-perforated base or half-shell to accommodate the sterilization material can result in poor drying results.
  • Page 20 Ensure that the perforations are not covered when stacking the containers. Tip: MELAG sterilization containers fulfil the requirements of DIN EN 868-8 for successful sterilization and drying. They have a perforated lid and base and are fitted with disposable paper filters.

  • Page 21: Selecting The Program

    7 Sterilization Mixed loads Please observe the following when sterilizing mixed loads: Always place textiles at the top. Place the sterilization containers at the bottom. Place unwrapped instruments at the bottom. Place the heaviest loads at the bottom. Place transparent sterilization packaging and paper bags at the top - except in combination with textiles.

  • Page 22: Additional Program Options

    The steam sterilizer must remain continually activated for the automatic preheating. PLEASE NOTE MELAG recommends activating the automatic pre-heating function. To alter this setting proceed as follows: Select SETUP menu Function by pressing the '+' and '-' keys simultaneously until the display shows Function: Last batch number.

  • Page 23: Starting The Program

    NOTICE Unsupervised operation of electrical devices, including this steam sterilizer at the operator’s risk. MELAG accepts no liability what so ever for any damage resulting from unsupervised operation. After having selected a program via the program selection key ‘P’, the display will show both the selected program and sterilization temperature as well as whether the program is suitable for wrapped or unwrapped sterilization material.
  • Page 24 7 Sterilization Program abort before the start of drying WARNING Danger of infection from early program abort Aborting a program before the drying phase begins means that the load is unsterile. This endangers the health of your patients and practice team. If necessary, repack the load and repeat the sterilization for the sterilization material affected.

  • Page 25: Removing The Sterilized Equipment

    7 Sterilization Proceed as follows to abort the program during drying: Press the ‘S’ key. Confirm the following security query Immediate removal 'Stop' by pressing the ‘S’ key repeatedly. The display confirms the abort with Drying stopped. PLEASE NOTE The security query will be shown on the display for approx. 5 seconds. If the ‘S’ key is not pressed repeatedly, the program will continue with the usual program run.

  • Page 26: Storing Sterile Instruments

    7 Sterilization Storing sterile instruments The maximum storage time is dependent on the packaging and the storage conditions. For standard- conform packaged sterilized equipment – (if protected from dust) it can amount to up to six months. Comply with the provisions of DIN 58953, part 8 and the criteria specified below for the storage of sterilized equipment: Comply with the maximum storage duration in accordance with the packaging type.

  • Page 27: Logging

    8 Logging 8 Logging Batch documentation The batch documentation acts as proof of the successful conclusion of the program and represents an obligatory part of quality assurance (MPBetreibV). The device internal log memory saves such data as the program type, batch and process parameters of all the programs completed. To obtain the batch documentation, you can output the internal log memory and transfer its data to various output media.

  • Page 28: Setting The Date And Time

    8 Logging Open the white cover of the serial data and printer connection on the steam sterilizer. To do so, insert a coin in the seal slot (pos. 2) in the white cover and turn a quarter of a revolution. Remove the cover.

  • Page 29: Operating Pauses

    9 Operating pauses 9 Operating pauses Depending on the duration of the operating pauses, the following measures must be maintained: Duration of the operating pause Measure Short pauses between two sterilization ▪ Keep the door closed to save energy. processes Pauses which last longer than an hour ▪...

  • Page 30: Function Tests

    10 Function tests 10 Function tests Batch-related tests Helix test body system MELAcontrol / MELAcontrol PRO The Helix test body system MELAcontrol is an indicator and batch control system fulfilling the requirements of DIN EN 867-5. It consists of a test body, the Helix and an indicator strip. When sterilizing category "critical B“...

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    11 Maintenance 11 Maintenance Servicing intervals Interval Measure Device components Weekly Check for soiling, deposits or Chamber inc. door seal and chamber damage sealing face, mount for the load After 24 months or Maintenance By the authorized customer services 1000 cycles working in accordance with the maintenance instructions As required Cleaning the surfaces...

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    11 Maintenance External water storage container Should you use the external water storage container for the feed water supply, perform regular checks and cleaning as follows: Interval Upon every refill Check the storage container for soiling. Clean any soiling before refilling the storage container.

  • Page 33: Malfunctions

    Should your efforts do not redress the problem, you can contact your nearest stockist or a local authorized MELAG customer service provider. Please have your device serial number and a detailed description of the malfunction contained in the notification to hand.

  • Page 34: Technical Data

    13 Technical data 13 Technical data Device type Vacuklav 24 B+ Vacuklav 30 B+ Device dimensions (H x W x D) 49.5 x 42.5 x 70.5 cm 49.5 x 42.5 x 66 cm Chamber diameter/depth Ø 25 cm | 45 cm Ø...
  • Page 36 MELAG Medizintechnik oHG Geneststraße 6-10 10829 Berlin Germany email: info@melag.com Web: www.melag.com Responsible for content: MELAG Medizintechnik oHG We reserve the right to technical alterations Your stockist...

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