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Lubrication:
Lubricate - See 'Lubrication' instruction section
Disinfection:
Use steam sterilization exclusively for complete sterility as outlined below.
Maintenance:
Use Junk-Out High Speed Chuck Cleaner Kit (263790) once a week prior to sterilization to ensure optimum
working condition of the chuck. Instructions for cleaning the chuck are included in the Junk-Out kit.
See Turbine Replacement section of this manual for additional information.
Inspection & function testing:
See Handpiece Operation or Troubleshooting sections of this manual.
Packaging:
Single: A standard sterilization packaging material must be used. Ensure that the pack is large enough to contain
the handpiece without stressing the seals.
In sets: Handpieces may be loaded into dedicated instrument trays or general purpose sterilization trays. Ensure
that cutting edges are protected and do not exceed the tray manufacturer's limit per tray. Wrap the trays using
appropriate packaging materials and methods.
Wrapped Instrument
Gravity Type Autoclave:
Pre-Vacuum Autoclave:
Sterilization
• Minimum of 15 minutes at 132° C
• Minimum of 4 minutes at 132° C
• Minimum of 30 minutes at 121° C
Do not exceed 135° C
Drying:
Dry the handpiece for 30 minutes minimum using the sterilization dry cycle and allow the handpiece to cool to
room temperature in bag prior to use. If moisture is present, increase your sterilizer dry cycle appropriately.
Storage
Store in bag after sterilization until ready to use.
Additional Information
Do not exceed the sterilizer manufacturer's guidelines for load capacity.
Manufacturer contact:
See front or back panels of this manual.
Troubleshooting
Problem: LACK OF POWER
Cause: Air pressure too low
Correction: Verify proper handpiece air pressure. Refer to Handpiece Installation.
Cause: Crimped tubing
Correction: Straighten tubing inside and outside delivery head
Cause: Debris build-up
Correction: Clean inside of housing and end cap with swab and alcohol. Lubricate with
DentaLube
II after reassembly.
Note: Before cleaning, check for and remove any debris from turbine housing to
prevent damage and to ensure turbine performance.
Cause: Worn out turbine
Correction: Refer to Turbine Replacement.
Cause: Handpiece or swivel not threaded fully onto tubing
Correction: Refer to Handpiece Installation.
Problem: WATER LEAKAGE
Cause: Brittle handpiece or swivel silicone rubber seal
Correction: Replace silicone rubber seal:
For 4-line fixed back end handpieces and 4-line non HiFlo,non LED swivels - StarDental Part #202897 (Green)
For 4-line HiFlo fiber optic swivel - StarDental Part #263734 (Black)
Cause: Swivel O-rings worn
Correction: Replace both O-rings on all non HiFlo swivels with StarDental Part #259884; or, for HiFlo
and LED swivels, use StarDental Part #263771. Refer to O-ring and Rear Seal Replacement
section in applicable swivel instruction manual.
Problem: SWIVEL WILL NOT DISENGAGE FROM HANDPIECE
Cause: Build-up of debris
Correction: Place two drops of DentaLube II into swivel/tubing connector area. Rotate swivel to circulate
lube. Disengage
handpiece. Contact dealer if unable to disengage swivel. To prevent reoccurrence, refer to
Cleaning.
Problem: IMPROPER SPRAY
Cause: Clogged filters, tubes, or water ports
Correction: Inspect and clean water filter in delivery head. Disconnect handpiece and depress foot
control. Verify water exits the swivel. If water does not come from swivel, refer to Cleaning.
Cause: Brittle handpiece or swivel silicone rubber seal
Correction: Replace silicone rubber seal
Cause: Swivel O-rings worn
Correction: Replace O-rings. (See replacement O-rings.)
Problem: BUR LOCKS OR SLIPS IN AUTOCHUCK
Cause: Debris build-up in chucking mechanism
Correction: Clean Chuck, see 'CLEANING The Chuck' under 'Cleaning and Lubricating'.
Cause: Use of non-ISO burs
Correction: Always use ISO burs.
Note: Always use ISO burs to prevent locking and slipping of burs in turbine chuck. If problems of locking and/or slipping
continues, replace worn Turbine immediately. Replace Autochuck Turbine with StarDental Part #260296, Autochuck
Turbine Replacement Kit.
If any problem persists, contact dealer for further assistance; or, contact StarDental Technical Service at 1-866-DTE-INFO.
Turbine Replacement
Note: Replace the turbine when the handpiece fails to achieve full speed and/or increases sharply in noise level. The
replacement cartridge is available from your dealer and is easily replaced in the office. When ordering an Autochuck
Turbine replacement, be sure to order StarDental Autochuck Turbine Replacement Kit, StarDental Part #260296. When
ordering a Manual Chuck Turbine replacement, be sure to order StarDental Manual Chuck Turbine Replacement Kit,
StarDental Part #258661.
Autochuck Turbine - Star® Simplicity FX, and Star® Simplicity SW:
1. Remove old end cap and turbine assembly, use end cap wrench shown.
2. Inspect housing before cleaning.
Remove any obvious debris to prevent
damage and to insure performance of
turbine.
3. Connect handpiece and run air through
turbine housing without turbine
installed for 5 seconds.
4. Clean housing thoroughly with cotton
swab and isopropyl alcohol. Dry with
syringe air.
5. Place turbine assembly into housing
and gently insert as shown.
6. Position and engage threads of end cap into the housing by hand until snug.
7. Tighten end cap with the combination end cap wrench employing the wrench opening marked AC as shown above.
Position wrench with marked side facing end cap for best wrench control.
Replacement Part Numbers
Always insist on StarDental Parts for best performance.
Note: Swivel assemblies sold separately.
Description
Star® Simplicity FX Handpiece with ISO 4-Line Fixed Connection and Autochuck Turbine ............................................... 265634
Star® Simplicity SW Handpiece with Autochuck Turbine ...................................................................................................................265633
HiFlo Swivel Assembly: 4-Line Fiber Optic ...............................................................................................................................................263758
Clean
Autochuck Ceramic Bearing Turbine Replacement Kit for Lubricated High-Speed Handpieces ........................................ 260296
debris from
End Cap Wrench, Autochuck Turbine .......................................................................................................................................................... 203048
inside of
housing
Rear Seal, HiFlo 4-Line Fiber Optic Swivel (Package of 3) ....................................................................................................................263734
Rear Seal, 4-Line for fixed back end handpieces and non HiFlo,non LED swivels (Package of 3) ......................................202897
Bearings
Swivel O-Ring Kit for all non HiFlo Swivels (2 Large, 2 Small) ............................................................................................................259884
Air Pressure Gauge (ISO 4/6-Line) .................................................................................................................................................................262591
Cleaning Wire (Gauge: 0.008, Package of 2) ................................................................................................................................................ 256719
DentaLube II ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................262539
Junk-Out High-Speed Chuck Cleaner ............................................................................................................................................................263790
Swivel O-rings at
the front of
the swivel
Spray
Tube
Autochuck Turbine
Wrench Opening
Housing
Item Number
Important Notice About
Returning Product To The DentalEZ Inc.
Anyone wishing to return any DentalEZ Inc. product to a DentalEZ facility MUST obtain the proper RETURN AUTHORIZATION
NUMBER from the Customer Service Department. The RA Number must appear clearly marked on both the outside and
inside of the returned product carton. When calling for a return authorization number you will be asked to provide the
following information:
To Obtain A
• Product Name, Model Number or Part Number
Return Authorization
• Serial Number of Product
Number Call
• Dealer Return Purchase Order Number
• Reason For Return
1-866-DTE-INFO
• Copy of Invoice Showing Purchase
Items will be evaluated. Return Authorization Number is not a guarantee for credit. Your cooperation with this procedure
will help us expedite processing of any returns.
For new products, manuals and technical information, call
1-866-DTE-INFO or visit our web site @ www.dentalez.com
Limited Warranty
O-Rings and Seals are specifically excluded from this warranty.
DentalEZ ® warrants the Star® Simplicity Handpiece to be free of defects in material and workmanship,
under normal usage, under the following terms:
StarDental
®
Products:
Warranty Period:
Handpieces:
Star® Simplicity FX
1 Year from date of purchase*
Star® Simplicity SW
1 Year from date of purchase*
Handpiece Parts:
Ceramic Bearing Autochuck Turbine
1 Year from date of purchase*
Please note the following additional terms of our warranty and return policy:
• Warranties cover manufacturing defects only and do not cover defects resulting from abuse,
improper handling, cleaning, care or maintenance, normal wear and tear or non-observance of
operating, maintenance or installation instructions. Failure to use authorized parts or an authorized
repair facility voids this warranty.
• Liability is limited to repair or replacement of the defective product at our sole discretion. All other
liabilities, in particular liability for damages, including, without limitation, consequential or incidental
damages are excluded.
• THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
NO EMPLOYEE, REPRESENTATIVE OR DEALER IS AUTHORIZED TO CHANGE THIS WARRANTY IN
ANY WAY OR TO GRANT ANY OTHER WARRANTY.
WARRANTY REPAIRS: Parts repaired or replaced on a product that is in warranty will be warranted for
the duration of that product's original warranty.
NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS: The warranty on parts either repaired or replaced on an out-of-warranty
product will cover the repaired part only and will be for the time frame of a new parts warranty period.
PRODUCT RETURN: Opened products or product returns more than a year old cannot be returned
for credit. There will be a 15% ($25.00 minimum) restocking charge on all items authorized for return.
*Provided conditions defined in the Instruction Manual are met.
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REGISTRATION AND PROMPT AND ACCURATE SERVICE SHOULD ANY OF YOUR PURCHASES NEED EVALUATION
OR REPAIR DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
StarDental® Products:
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