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RD 160.iCare+.OPM.ENG.V16 04.27.2020

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  • Page 1 RD 160.iCare+.OPM.ENG.V16 04.27.2020...
  • Page 2 "Congratulations for purchasing your new iCare+ device" iCare+ is an innovative system whose function is to ensure the treatment of rotary dental devices (contra-angles, turbine) and dynamic dental devices. Its benefits are: iCare+ insures cleaning-disinfection and lubrication of dynamic dental instruments iCare+ allows the treatment of the inner and outer surfaces of different instruments (contra-angles, turbines etc) Complete treatment in less than 17 minutes...
  • Page 3: General Safety Instructions

    CHAPTER 1 - INTENDED USE AND USERS 1.1 Intended use iCare+ is an automated reprocessing device performing the necessary steps of decontamination and maintenance prior to sterilization. iCare+ is intended: To purge, clean, disinfect and lubricate dental handpieces defined as rotating instruments such as straight •...
  • Page 4 Do not remove the bottles (n.clean or n.cid) while iCare+ is in use • If the iCare+ is not used for a long period, switch it off. • Only use original NSK components for the maintenance of iCare+. The use of different • components may damage the device 2.3 Safety labels Adhesive safety labels have been placed on the iCare+ in important locations.
  • Page 5: Chapter 3 - Description Of The Device

    Never handle the power cord with wet hands; risk of electrocution • NSK does not warrant safety for any power cord other than the one provided in the package. • Make sure the wall outlet has an earth connection with a differential (breaker) •...
  • Page 6: Description Of The Control Unit

    3.2 Description of the control unit Operating fluids lid Power inlet with on/off switch and fuses Front panel Oil tank Door Receptacle for n.clean bottle Drawer collecting operating fluids Receptacle for n.cid bottle Air filter / Pressure regulator USB port for recording data Fig.1 –...
  • Page 7: Chapter 4 - Installation And Set-Up

    CHAPTER 4 – INSTALLATION AND SET-UP The use of controls, settings or the implementation of procedures other than those specified below may expose users and patients to danger. Warning 4.1 Unpacking Upon receipt of the unit, look for any damage that may have occurred during transportation. When unpacking, check the items described section 3.1 are supplied •...
  • Page 8: Connecting To The Electric Network

    Insert the power supply cord supplied with the device in the socket located in the rear panel, refer to Fig -2, item F, and connect the power cord to the electric network. This power cord is a Class I cable. NSK do not warrant the use of other power cords other than the one provided with iCare+ •...
  • Page 9: Filling The Oil Tank

    Fig.11 – Oil tank Fig.12 – Oil filling Fig.13 – Oil limit Always use NSK oil to ensure optimal lubrication • Using other oil with iCare+ could lead to a failure or damage of the iCare+ and the instruments •...
  • Page 10: Chapter 5 - Daily Use

    - If equipment performance is unacceptable - If process conditions are changed For periodical validation, only use your authorized supplier or NSK. Validation performed by an • unauthorized person could result in your iCare+ being unsafe for you and your patients.
  • Page 11 5.1.1 Preparation on site  First, debris and residues must be removed from the handpieces promptly after use flushing working channels. To do so, allow air and / or water to flow inside the handpiece immediately after treatment of a patient for at least 20 seconds. ...
  • Page 12 • It is necessary to use specific iCare+ air turbine adaptors. These are especially designed to deliver the right volume of product required for each instrument. • NSK does not guarantee correct operation of the device with any other coupling. 5.2.2 Installation of contra-angles To connect a contra-angle or a hand piece, in accordance with the ISO 3964 standard, simply open the door and connect the contra-angle on the E-type connector (see Figure 17).
  • Page 13 • To remove a standard turbine with Midwest coupling: Unscrew the retaining nut Remove the turbine by pulling down the instrument • Removing a turbine with NSK ® connection from its adaptor: Move up the retaining ring of the adaptor.
  • Page 14 5.4 Programming the iCare+ device 5.4.1 Function of the control panel The Control panel is composed of a series of control buttons and light operating indicators. As shown Fig.23, and 24, the control panel includes 7 operating keys and 25 light indicators as follows: (K1) Start-up key •...
  • Page 15 5.4.2 Setting of the reprocessing mode After switching on the device using the power switch (refer to Fig.2 / F), and installation of the instruments as described section 5.2, you can now select the reprocessing mode. The reprocessing cycle is composed of 3 different phases: Cleaning phase: 6 min (for 4 instruments) •...
  • Page 16 By default, instrument standard setting is “internal spray”. As illustrated in Fig. 28, to set external or without spray instrument: Press “Spray” key and the key corresponding to the position of the instrument simultaneously • To indicate that internal spray is disabled, the corresponding indicator is now illuminated •...
  • Page 17 5.5 Launching the reprocessing cycle Once the reprocessing cycle is selected and instruments setting achieved, press the “Start Key” (K1) to launch the cycle (see Figure 23). “Start Key” launches the selected cycle for the selected instruments. If a problem occurs or if you •...
  • Page 18: Chapter 6: User Maintenance

    Specific maintenance performed by a dental technician: e.g. annual validation and repair • Periodical validation and repair are limited exclusively to professional dental installers who have been trained and qualified under the control of NSK Caution 6.1. General cleaning guidelines Cleaning operations should be performed only after having disconnected the iCare+ from the main •...
  • Page 19: Cleaning The External Parts

    6.2.2 Cleaning the external parts Clean the external parts with a soft cloth, as mentioned in the part 6.1. Do not use scouring agents or highly abrasive products. 6.2.3 Emptying the used products drawer The drawer should regularly be emptied. Emptying the drawer should be done either: After each use •...
  • Page 20 6.2.6. Replacing the O-ring joints on the E-type connector Push the O-ring joint • Remove them from the E-type connector • Gently insert the new O-rings into the corresponding grooves • Check the new O-rings are not damaged • 6.2.7. Replacing the fuse on the power supply inlet The fuses need to be changed when blown: Press down simultaneously on and pull the two tabs at the end of the •...
  • Page 21: Chapter 9: Trouble Shooting

    “W4” drawer indicator informs the operator about either two kind anomalies: • - The drawer is not properly positioned or absent. In this case, check if the drawer is present and correctly inserted. If necessary, extract the drawer and insert it again. - The drawer is full and might overflow.
  • Page 22: Chapter 10: Break-Down Guide

    NSK dealer. 10.2 Fatal error If all warning indicators W1 to W6 are blinking and 3 “audible signals” are heard, a main error occurred. In such a case, please contact your NSK dealer directly. RD 160.iCare+.OPM.ENG.V16 04.27.2020 p. 20...
  • Page 23: Chapter 11: Specifications

    ISO 10993-5 Classification: Following MDD: Class II b class in accordance with rule 15 of annex IX Other: Manufacturer: NSK Europe GmbH, Elly-Beinhorn Strasse 8 D - 65760, Eschborn, Germany Additional features: Fully micro-processor driven and controlled Consumables n-clean and n-cid:...
  • Page 24 11.2 Symbols EC conformity of the products with European requirements The number 2797 refers to the notified body which has validated the product's conformity Identification of the Manufacturer Manufacturing date Follow the waste of electric and electronic equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) for product and accessory disposal Consult operating instructions Caution, refer to attached instructions...
  • Page 25: Main Items

    E-type O-ring joint (6 pieces) Y0312074080 • Blister S103106 • ® PTL Adaptor refers to adaptor(s) to be used for air turbines with NSK PTL connection. • ® KV Adaptor refers to adaptor(s) to be used for air turbines with KAVO Multiflex connection. •...
  • Page 26: Chapter 13: Emc Information

    CHAPTER 13: EMC INFORMATION The iCare+ device complies with IEC 61326-1 standard. Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic emissions iCare+ is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of iCare+ should assure that is used in such an environment.
  • Page 27: Chapter 14 - Warranty

    The manufacturer will warrant the quality of the product for one year after purchase, against manufacturing errors and defects in equipment under conditions of normal installation and after-sales monitoring. NSK reserves the right to analyse and determine the cause of any problem. The parts considered as consumables are not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 28 NSK Europe GmbH NSK France NSK Dental Spain SA NSK United Kingdom NSK Dental Italy Elly-Beinhorn-Straße 8, 32, rue de Lisbonne C/ Módena, 43 Office 4, Gateway 1000, Via dell'Agricoltura, 21 65760 Eschborn, 75008 Paris, El Soho - Európolis Arlington Business Park,...

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