Troubleshooting; Technical Support And Repairs - DENTSPLY Cavitron PROPHY-JET Directions For Use Manual

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Section 9: System Care cont'd
If the System is connected to a DualSelect™ Medicament Dispensing
System follow the recommended procedures listed in the DualSelect™
manual.
If powder fluffing is observed when Foot Control is not in use, this
would indicate an air leak. To correct, turn the Unit OFF, remove the
Fill Cap, clean any residual powder from the O-ring seal and threads,
replace the Fill Cap, tighten, and turn the Unit back ON.
Section 10: Troubleshooting
Although service and repair of the Cavitron
Polishing Prophylaxis System should be performed by DENTSPLY
personnel, the following are some basic trouble shooting 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 knobs.
10.1 Troubleshooting Guide
System will not operate:
(Power Indicator Light is not lighted)
1. Check that the Power switch is in the ON position, and that
detachable Power Cord is fully seated in the receptacle on back of
System.
2. Check that the System's three-prong plug is fully seated in an
appropriate AC receptacle, and that AC current is present.
(Polish Indicator Light is not lighted)
1. Check that the Foot Control Connector is fully seated in the Foot
Control Receptacle on the back of the System.
System operates:
(No lavage flow at insert tip)
1. Assure that Lavage control is properly adjusted.
2. Check that irrigant supply control valve/s (dental office water
supply) are open.
3. If 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.
4. Check that water filter is clean. Replace water filter if needed.
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9.2 Water Filter Maintenance
1. Disconnect water line from source (either Dental Unit or
DualSelect™)
2. Bleed out water line into sink.
3. Unscrew water filter cap.
4. Remove water filter and check condition of water filter.
5. Replace water filter if filter is dirty or discolored.
6. Screw water filter cap back on.
7. Connect water line to source.
(JET Insert Nozzle blocks repeatedly)
1. Powder is moisture contaminated (lumpy). Discard powder.
2. Air filter is contaminated. Clean or replace filter.
(No bleed air)
1. Blocked JET nozzle. Clean JET Nozzle using supplied tool.
2. Blocked filter. Clean or replace filter.
(No or poor cleaning action)
1. Very low powder level or empty Powder chamber. Fill Powder
Chamber.
2. Blocked JET Nozzle. Clean JET Nozzle using supplied tool.
3. Fill Cap is loose. Tighten powder fill cap, and turn System ON.
(Continuous powder agitation)
Fill cap not securely sealed. Shut System OFF. Remove the
O-ring seal from the fill cap and clean residual powder from the cap.
Be careful not to scratch or otherwise damage the plastic cap. Wipe off
the O-ring and place it in the fill cap and turn System ON.

10.2 Technical Support and Repairs

For technical support and assistance call 1-800-347-7412 Monday
through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Eastern Time). For other areas,
contact your local DENTSPLY
®
representative.

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