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G4
BRAVO
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Chamber Autoclave
Operator's Manual
- For US Customers Only -
97055179-1 | SD-634 US EN R1. BRAVO is a trademark of SciCan Ltd. A Coltene Group company

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  • Page 1 SciCan BRAVO ™ Chamber Autoclave Operator’s Manual - For US Customers Only - 97055179-1 | SD-634 US EN R1. BRAVO is a trademark of SciCan Ltd. A Coltene Group company...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Execution of the cycle Cycle outcome Door opening at the end of the cycle User-defined cycle Manufactured for : SciCan Ltd. MATERIAL STORAGE A Coltene Group Company 1440 Don Mills Rd., Toronto, ON, M3B 3P9 / CANADA +1-416-445-1600 TF +1-800-667-7733 customerservice@scican.com...
  • Page 3 TEST PROGRAMS 10.1 B&D cycle 10.2 Vacuum test cycle 10.3 Vacuum test + B&D cycle 10.4 O test 10.5 Door opening 10.6 Manual interruption USED WATER DRAIN DATA MANAGEMENT & CONNECTIVITY 12.1 USB management 12.2 Wifi 12.3 Printers 12.4 Ethernet 12.5 G4 cloud APPENDIX –...

  • Page 5: Foreword

    1. FOREWORD The instructions inform the user on how to properly operate the device. It is extremely important to read this manual carefully and thoroughly before using the device. This publication must not be reproduced, copied or transferred in any manner (electronically, mechanically, via photocopies, translations or other means) without the prior written consent of the manufacturer.

  • Page 6: Intended Use

    INTENDED USE The product described in this manual is only intended for sterilization of reusable surgical instruments and materials. DEVICE INTENDED FOR PROFESSIONAL USE The use of the device is strictly reserved to qualified personnel. It must never be used or handled by untrained and/or unauthorized persons.

  • Page 7: Residual Risks

    RESIDUAL RISKS FOR THE USER › Contamination due to improper handling of the load. › Burn by contact with hot surfaces or fluids. FOR THE PATIENT › Contamination due to unsterilized material caused by incorrect cleaning treatment before sterilization. › Contamination due to implementation of incorrect reprocessing procedures.
  • Page 8 › Immediately separate the materials to be sterilized from those that must not be subjected to such process or are not able to withstand it. Contamination due to unsterilized material caused by incorrect final assessment of sterilization process. The sterilization process electronic control system monitors the various phases, at the same time checking that the various parameters are respected;...

  • Page 9: Network And Data Security

    NETWORK AND DATA SECURITY The BRAVO Sterilizer includes an Ethernet connection and a Wi-Fi module that allows the sterilizer to connect to the local network and to useful services, including device troubleshooting and firmware updates. The WiFi module supports IEEE 802.11 b,g,n with WEP, WPA, WPA2-PSK encryption standard in the 2.4 Ghz range.

  • Page 10: Package Content

    2. PACKAGE CONTENT Check the integrity of the product package upon receipt. DIMENSION AND WEIGHT Once the package is opened, check that: › The supply matches the specifications of the order (see the delivery note). › There is no visible damage to the product. Dimensions and Weight Height 600 mm / 23.62 in...

  • Page 11: Product Handling

    PRODUCT HANDLING The packed product must be handled using, where possible, suitable mechanical means (lift truck, pallet truck, etc.) and following the indications on the package. In case of manual handling, the product must be lifted by two people using the suitable available means.

  • Page 12: General Description - Product Presentation

    3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION - PRODUCT PRESENTATION GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS The device is an electronic steam sterilizer, entirely operated by a micro-processor, with a large, moulded stainless steel sterilization chamber. It is characterized by an advanced fractionated vacuum system for the complete removal of air, even from hollow, porous materials, and an effective final vacuum drying phase capable of eliminating all traces of humidity from any load.

  • Page 13: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY TABLE STEAM STERILIZER Device BRAVO G4 17 BRAVO G4 22 SciCan Ltd. A Coltene Group Company Manufactured for 1440 Don Mills Rd., Toronto, ON, Canada, M3B 3P9 240 V~ 60 Hz Input voltage 120 V~ 60 Hz...
  • Page 14 STEAM STERILIZER Device BRAVO G4 17 BRAVO G4 22 B&D Test Vacuum Test Test programs Vacuum Test + B&D Test approx. 10 min. Pre-heating time(from cold) Key capacity lower than or equal to 2GB: FAT formatting with 16K/ sector USB connection Keys capacity higher than 2GB: FAT32 formatting with 16K/sector Serial RS232 (printer cable max.

  • Page 15: Safety Devices

    SAFETY DEVICES The sterilizer is equipped with the following safety devices for which we provide a brief description of their function: › Mains fuses (see data in summary table) Protection of the whole device against possible failures of heating elements. Action: power supply interruption.

  • Page 16: Water Supply Characteristics

    WATER SUPPLY CHARACTERISTICS Only use demineralized / distilled water having the following characteristics to supply the sterilizer. Description Values in the Water Supply Values Inside Residual Dry Condensate < 10 mg/L < 1 mg/L Silicone Oxide SiO2 < 1 mg/L <...

  • Page 17: Front

    FRONT Model Control panel and LCD screen Door Power switch Anti-dust filter 1. Sterilization chamber 2. Bacteriological filter 3. Door locking system 4. Water drainage filter 5. Front filling quick connector 6. Clean water reservoir drainage quick connector 7. Waste water drainage quick connector 8.

  • Page 18: Rear

    REAR Fastening slots for rear spacers Heat exchanger Connection for direct water drainage Connection for automatic demineralized / distilled water filling (only for H O AUX EV kit (AUX SV) and automatic filling accessory kit) Data plate SERIAL NUMBER LABEL (See image *) Ethernet cable connection (max.

  • Page 19: Example Of Working Cycle

    EXAMPLE OF WORKING CYCLE The sterilization program can be effectively described as a succession of phases, each one with a very precise objective. For example, a B CYCLE program: after loading the material in the chamber, closing the door, selecting the program and starting the cycle (after locking the door opening mechanism), the following sequence will occur (see the graph below): Steam generator and sterilization chamber pre-heating.

  • Page 20: Setting Up The Device

    4. SETTING UP THE DEVICE The safety of every system which integrates the device is the responsibility of the system assembler. The first and essential step for a proper operation of the sterilizer, its durability over time and complete use of its features, is a correct and careful commissioning.

  • Page 21: Compartment Dimensions For Built-In Installation

    COMPARTMENT DIMENSIONS FOR BUILT-IN INSTALLATION When installing the sterilizer inside a cabinet, you must provide adequate space all around the device to provide effective ventilation as well as an opening in the back (D) - 180 sq.cm / 27,90 sq. inches - that, in addition to allowing the passage of the power cord, will also provide an adequate air flow and the optimum cooling of the heat exchanger.

  • Page 22: Power Supply

    POWER SUPPLY › The electrical system to which the sterilizer will be connected must match the electrical characteristics of the device. › Plate data are shown in the TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS table in the User Manual and on the back of the machine. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS This information is shown on the back of the machine.

  • Page 23: Anti-Dust Filter Installation

    ANTI-DUST FILTER INSTALLATION Complete the autoclave positioning and install the anti-dust filter (A) by inserting it into the guides in the lower part of the device. Insert the filter until it is flush with the front of the unit and cannot be pushed further back.

  • Page 24: First Start-Up

    5. FIRST START-UP The time required to start the sterilizer is approximately 30 seconds. STARTING Once the sterilizer has been correctly installed, turn it on with the main switch on the right-hand side of the machine. Do not turn on the sterilizer if USB key is inserted. The unit scans for new software updates anytime a USB key is inserted and the machine is turned on.
  • Page 25 Step 5 - WiFi networks research The device automatically searches for WiFi networks (max. 60 s). If the device has an Ethernet connection but IP address not acquired, refer to Step 9 to complete the setup steps for connecting the device to Ethernet. Step 6 - WiFi networks selection Select and confirm.

  • Page 26: Main Menu

    MAIN MENU At the end of the starting procedure the main menu is displayed on the side. The sterilizer waits for the program selection (see “Program selection” Chapter in the User Manual). FILLING DEMINERALIZED / DISTILLED WATER Only use demineralized / distilled water having the following characteristics to supply the sterilizer. Description Values in the Water Supply Values Inside Residual...

  • Page 27: Configuration

    6. CONFIGURATION The sterilizers offer a wide range of customizable options. The user can thus configure the device according to their own needs, adapting the performance based on, for example, the type of activity carried out, the type of material to be sterilized and the frequency of use. The CONFIGURATION menu offers the user a wide possibility to customize various device functions, by means of a user-friendly interface Use the configuration program whenever necessary.
  • Page 28 DATE AND TIME Select DATE AND TIME option. Select the field to be modified using the arrows and confirm by pressing ENTER. REMINDER This function allows the user to set a specific interval for the display of a message recalling the execution of the relative test.
  • Page 29 USERS The users list can be edited with 30 users max. Press USERS button to enter the menu. When using the device for the first time create the ADMIN user (identified by *) following the steps outlined below. Fill in the fields inserting ADMIN user name and PIN. Press ENTER to confirm.
  • Page 30 USERS LIST Press USERS button to enter the menu. Select the desired user. You will access the screen containing the data of the selected user. Once entered, a generic user can see only a summary of their data, or change their PIN (see entering PIN - the following is requested in sequence: current PIN, new PIN, new PIN confirmation).
  • Page 31 PREFERENCES Press PREFERENCES button to enter the menu and set: › Units of Measurement › Display › Water Filling › Preheating UNIT OF MEASUREMENT Press the MEASUREMENTS icon to set the desired units of measurement (temperature, pressure), the time (12 or 24 hours) and the date format using the cursors shown in the figure.
  • Page 32 WATER FILLING Press the WATER FILLING icon to choose the type of water filling. Available options include: › Manual filling › External pump, automatic filling kit › H2O AUX EV kit (AUX SV) The device should be turned on when connecting the water system.

  • Page 33: Preparation Of The Material

    7. PREPARATION OF THE MATERIAL Always use personal protective equipment. Clean and rinse all instruments before loading them into the sterilizer. Disinfectant residues and solid debris may inhibit sterilization and damage the instruments and the BRAVO G4. Unwrapped instruments, once exposed to ambient or external conditions, cannot be maintained in a sterile state.

  • Page 34: Arranging The Load

    ARRANGING THE LOAD Always use personal protective equipment. To get the best effectiveness of the sterilization process and preserve the material over time, increasing its useful life, follow the instructions below. General notes for the positioning on trays: › When arranging unwrapped instruments made with different metals (stainless steel, hardened steel, aluminum, etc.) use different trays (whenever possible).
  • Page 35 Notes for packages: › Arrange packages next to each other, duly spaced and not stacked, avoiding their contact with chamber walls. › Should it be necessary to wrap special objects, always use a suitable porous material (sterilization paper, muslin napkins, etc.), closing the package with adhesive tape suitable for autoclave.

  • Page 36: Positioning And Use Of Tray Holder Support

    POSITIONING AND USE OF TRAY HOLDER SUPPORT Tray holder support can be used in “tray” version (5 compartments). The tray holder support can be rotated to house special “cassettes” (3 compartments) in a 45° tilted position. The tray holder support can be rotated to house special “cassettes”...

  • Page 37: Sterilization Cycles

    8. STERILIZATION CYCLES A sterilization cycle consists of a determined number of phases. The number and duration of the phases can differ for the various cycles, based on the type of air extraction, sterilization process and drying methods: › S 132°C Solid Wrapped ›...

  • Page 38: Extra Drying

    EXTRA DRYING To set parameters, press and HOLD the following button until the screen changes to the Extra Drying settings listed below. Set the minutes of drying you want to add to the standard drying time and confirm by pressing ENTER. The selected value appears near the key.

  • Page 39: Delayed Start

    DELAYED START To set parameters, press and HOLD the following button until the screen changes to the Delayed Start settings listed below. Set the time you want to start the cycle and confirm by pressing ENTER. The selected time appears near the button. Press the START button;...

  • Page 40: Execution Of The Cycle

    EXECUTION OF THE CYCLE Taking as an example the most complete and significant sterilization cycle, i.e. the B 132°C HOLLOW WRAPPED program, characterized by fractionated pre-vacuum, the cycle sequence is as follows: Warming Up First Vacuum Phase First Pressure Rise Second Vacuum Phase Second Pressure Rise Third Vacuum Phase...

  • Page 41: User-Defined Cycle

    USER-DEFINED CYCLE The Custom Cycle is intended for sterilization of medical devices that are not intended for patient contact and that have specific reprocessing requirements that cannot be met by the unit’s existing validated sterilization cycles. To use a Custom Cycle to sterilize medical devices that are not intended for patient contact, follow the device manufacturer’s IFU concerning the selection of sterilization monitoring and packaging accessories.

  • Page 42: Material Storage

    9. MATERIAL STORAGE The sterilized material must be adequately treated and stored to maintain its sterility over time until its use. Follow your local guidelines for proper material storage requirements. Consult the specifications provided by the manufacturer of the packaging material relative to the maximum allowed storage time.

  • Page 43: Test Programs

    10. TEST PROGRAMS To protect the safety of users and patients, a fundamental process like sterilizing medical devices should be periodically checked. The device offers the possibility of easily and automatically executing two distinct test cycles: › B&D TEST › VACUUM TEST ›...

  • Page 44: Vacuum Test Cycle

    10.2 VACUUM TEST CYCLE The VACUUM TEST cycle allows testing perfect seal of the sterilizer hydraulic system. Measuring the variation of the degree of vacuum in a defined time-frame and comparing it with pre-established limit values, you can determine how good the seal of the sterilization chamber, tubes and the various interception devices are.

  • Page 45: O Test

    10.4 H2O TEST Select this option to test the water quality. The water conductivity is automatically measured at each sterilization or test cycle start and the relative value is indicated in the cycle report. 10.5 DOOR OPENING To open the autoclave door, press and hold the button shown in the figure.

  • Page 46: Manual Interruption

    10.6 MANUAL INTERRUPTION A cycle can be interrupted by the operator at any time, by holding down the STOP button indicated in the figure for about 3 seconds. The command generates E999 error since the cycle could not finish correctly. Press ENTER to proceed.

  • Page 47: Used Water Drain

    11. USED WATER DRAIN The unit is equipped with an internal waste water tank, that collects the drainage water after each cycle. When the maximum water level is reached, a specific message is displayed. Proceed with draining the water tank by following the instructions listed below. Open the door and continue as follows: Detaching the tube 1.

  • Page 48: Data Management & Connectivity

    12. DATA MANAGEMENT & CONNECTIVITY To access DATA MANAGEMENT & CONNECTIVITY section press the relevant icon. DATA MANAGEMENT & CONNECTIVITY offers access to: › USB Management › WiFi › PRINTERS Management › ETHERNET › CLOUD connection 12.1 USB MANAGEMENT Before carrying out the following operations insert the USB key. It is possible to copy data about the cycles carried out, stored in the internal memory of the sterilizer, onto a USB key.
  • Page 49 Before proceeding with the download you are required to select the report type and to choose the format: › Report (standard version) › Extended report The sterilization / test cycle report files are in PDF format. It is possible to select the number of cycles to download on the external storage device: ›...

  • Page 50: Wifi

    12.2 WIFI Select WiFi to connect the sterilizer to a local WiFi network. Select ON/OFF to enable or disable WiFi connection. Confirm by pressing ENTER. Select SETTINGS button to configure the WiFi network. WiFi SETTING offers access to: › NETWORKS SEARCH ›...
  • Page 51 Following the selection of the network name, enter the network PASSWORD and confirm by pressing ENTER. SHIFT button allows special characters keyboard. MANUAL ENTRY allows the user to manually enter the WiFi network SSID and PASSWORD and confirm by pressing ENTER. Pressing SSID or PSW button displays the editing keyboard.

  • Page 52: Printers

    12.3 PRINTERS To set parameters select the following item: Only the optional external printer Ref. M7D200012 is compatible with the BRAVO G4. Refer to the printer manual for startup and paper loading. Select PRINTERS to choose the support / mode to be used between: ›...

  • Page 53: Ethernet

    12.4 ETHERNET Select ETHERNET to connect the sterilizer to a local Ethernet network. DHCP can be set as Automatic or Manual. In Automatic DHCP mode, the network configuration parameters are automatically assigned. In Manual DHCP mode, the network configuration parameters must be set manually. Confirm the selected mode by pressing ENTER.

  • Page 54: Appendix - Programs

    13. APPENDIX – PROGRAMS Steam sterilization is suitable for almost all the materials and instruments, provided that they can bear without damage a minimum temperature of 121°C (if this is not the case, other low-temperature sterilization systems must be used). The following material can normally be sterilized with steam: ›...

  • Page 55: Summary Table Of 17 - 120 V Cycles

    13.1 SUMMARY TABLE OF 17 - 120 V CYCLES PREVACUUM 132°C / 132°C SOLID 6 kg max 1.2 kg per (1 steps; 270°F Unwrapped metal instruments UNWRAPPED 13.23 lbs tray (2.65 lbs) -0.8 bar) 4 min max 1 kg Single wrapped cassettes with metal 3 kg per tray or instruments...
  • Page 56 SUMMARY TABLE OF 17 - 120 V CYCLES cont. 1 kg max 0.3 kg per Unwrapped porous and fabric textiles 2.21 lbs tray (0.66 lbs) 0.75 kg max 0.25 kg per Single wrapped porous and fabric textiles 1.65 lbs tray (0.55 lbs) 0.60 kg max 0.2 kg per Double wrapped porous and fabric textiles...

  • Page 57: Summary Table Of 17 - 240 V Cycles

    13.2 SUMMARY TABLE OF 17 - 240 V CYCLES PREVACUUM 132°C / 132°C SOLID 6 kg max 1.2 kg per (1 steps; 270°F Unwrapped metal instruments UNWRAPPED 13.23 lbs tray (2.65 lbs) -0.8 bar) 4 min Single wrapped cassettes with metal max 1 kg instruments 3 kg...
  • Page 58 SUMMARY TABLE OF 17 - 240 V CYCLES cont. 1 kg max 0.3 kg per Unwrapped porous and fabric textiles 2.21 lbs tray (0.66 lbs) 0.75 kg max 0.25 kg per Single wrapped porous and fabric textiles 1.65 lbs tray (0.55 lbs) 0.60 kg max 0.2 kg per Double wrapped porous and fabric textiles...

  • Page 59: Summary Table Of 22 - 120 V Cycles

    13.3 SUMMARY TABLE OF 22 - 120 V CYCLES PREVACUUM 132°C / max 1.5 kg per 132°C SOLID 7.5 kg (1 steps; 270°F tray Unwrapped metal instruments UNWRAPPED 16.53 lbs -0.8 bar) 4 min (3.31 lbs) Single wrapped cassettes with metal max 1.25 kg instruments 4 kg...
  • Page 60 SUMMARY TABLE OF 22 - 120 V CYCLES cont. 1.2 kg max 0.4 kg per Unwrapped porous and fabric textiles 2.65 lbs tray (0.88 lbs) 1 kg max 0.3 kg per Single wrapped porous and fabric textiles 2.21 lbs tray (0.66 lbs) 0.75 kg max 0.25 kg per Double wrapped porous and fabric textiles...

  • Page 61: Summary Table Of 22 - 240 V Cycles

    13.4 SUMMARY TABLE OF 22 - 240 V CYCLES PREVACUUM 132°C / max 1.5 kg per 132°C SOLID 7.5 kg (1 steps; 270°F tray Unwrapped metal instruments UNWRAPPED 16.53 lbs -0.8 bar) 4 min (3.31 lbs) Single wrapped cassettes with metal max 1.25 kg instruments 4 kg...
  • Page 62 SUMMARY TABLE OF 22 - 240 V CYCLES cont. 1.2 kg max 0.4 kg per Unwrapped porous and fabric textiles 2.65 lbs tray (0.88 lbs) 1 kg max 0.3 kg per Single wrapped porous and fabric textiles 2.21 lbs tray (0.66 lbs) 0.75 kg max 0.25 kg per Double wrapped porous and fabric textiles...
  • Page 63 PRESSURE, TIME AND TEMPERATURE 132°C cycles Time (minutes) Min. temperature Max. temperature Min. pressure (bar) Max. pressure (bar) – – – – – – – – -0.81 -0.79 – – – +0.97 +1.03 – – – -0.81 -0.79 – – –...

  • Page 64: Sterilization Program Diagram

    13.5 STERILIZATION PROGRAM DIAGRAM PROGRAM S 132°C SOLID WRAPPED 132°C – 4 minutes PRESSURE (BAR) PROCESS TIME (MIN) SINGLE PRE-VACUUM LONG DRYING PROGRAM S 132°C SOLID UNWRAPPED 132°C – 4 minutes PRESSURE (BAR) PROCESS TIME (MIN) SINGLE PRE-VACUUM SHORT DRYING PROGRAM S 132°C HOLLOW UNWRAPPED 132°C –...
  • Page 65 PROGRAM B 132°C HOLLOW WRAPPED 132°C – 4 minutes PRESSURE (BAR) PROCESS TIME (MIN) FRACTIONATED VACUUM LONG DRYING PROGRAM B 121°C RUBBER & PLASTIC 121°C – 20 minutes PRESSURE (BAR) PROCESS TIME (MIN) FRACTIONATED PRE-VACUUM LONG DRYING...

  • Page 66: Diagrams Of The Test Programmes

    13.6 DIAGRAMS OF THE TEST PROGRAMMES PROGRAM B&D TEST 134°C – 3.5 minutes PRESSURE (BAR) PROCESS TIME (MIN) FRACTIONATED PRE-VACUUM SHORT DRYING PROGRAM VACUUM TEST -0.80 bar PRESSURE (BAR) TIME (MIN) INTERMEDIATE CONDITION TO CONTINUE THE TEST FINAL CONDITION TO PASS THE TEST VACUUM PHASE STANDBY...

  • Page 67: Examples Of Printed Reports

    13.7 EXAMPLES OF PRINTED REPORTS (WITH OPTIONAL PRINTER) Program Printing (Standard) Program Printing B&D Test Program Printing Vacuum Test The text printed on the receipt remains for a couple of years, if correctly stored (away from any source of heat and in a cool, dry place).

  • Page 68: Appendix - Maintenance

    14. APPENDIX - MAINTENANCE In addition to correct use, the user needs to perform regular maintenance in order to guarantee safe, efficient operation over the device’s entire life. Always use personal protective equipment. For better quality of maintenance, supplement routine checks with regular periodic check-ups that can be performed by Technical Service Department (see Appendix).

  • Page 69: Scheduled Maintenance Messages

    14.2 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE MESSAGES The sterilizer periodically displays warning messages relevant to “routine” maintenance operations that must be carried out in order to ensure the proper operation of the device. Press DONE to confirm that the required maintenance operation has been completed. Press REMIND button to postpone the operation.

  • Page 70: Description Of Maintenance Interventions

    14.3 DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE INTERVENTIONS Let’s now look at the various operations to be carried out. DOOR GASKET AND THE INTERNAL PART OF THE DOOR CLEANING To eliminate any traces of limescale, clean the gasket of the chamber and the door porthole with a clean cotton cloth soaked in a soft solution of water and vinegar (or a similar product, checking the contents on the label before using).
  • Page 71 DOOR LOCK LUBRICATION Using a clean cloth, remove any residues from the bushing and the screw. Lubricate the inside of the bushing on the sterilizer door with a film of the silicone-based grease provided (as shown in the figure). Wear single-use gloves before application. Essentially, the lubricant is not an irritant to the skin;...
  • Page 72 Step 2 Once the internal water reservoir is empty, disconnect the drainage tube from the quick connection port. Detaching the tube Step 3 Remove the cap from the top cover and manually fill with 70% ethyl alcohol + demineralized/distilled water solution (4 L / 1.05 gallon total, in equal parts).

  • Page 73: Periodic Sterilizer Validation

    14.4 PERIODIC STERILIZER VALIDATION As happens with all devices, it is possible, and sometimes inevitable, to have a decrease in performance and the effectiveness of components along their lifespan, in a period of time dependent on its frequency of use. To guarantee the safety of the process over time, it is periodically (depending on local guidelines or regulations) necessary to verify, the thermodynamic process parameters (pressure and temperature), to check if they continue to remain within allowed limits or not.

  • Page 74: Appendix - General Problems

    15. APPENDIX - GENERAL PROBLEMS If while using the device a problem or an alarm occurs, this DOES NOT mean that the device is out of order. It may not, in fact, be related to a breakdown but more probably to an anomalous situation, often merely transitory (such as a blackout), or incorrect use.
  • Page 75 TROUBLESHOOTING cont. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION Check that the load does not exceed Excessive load in the sterilization the maximum values allowed (See the chamber. Summary Table in Appendix “Technical Characteristics”). Position the load, in particular the Load not correctly positioned. wrapped one, as per the indications.

  • Page 76: Appendix - Alarms

    16. APPENDIX – ALARMS If the problem persists, contact the Technical Service (see APPENDIX) communicating the sterilizer model and serial number. This data is indicated on the registration plate on the rear side of the device, on the declaration of conformity and can also be viewed by means of the “sterilizer information”...

  • Page 77: Alarm Codes

    17. ALARM CODES The list of alarm codes, the relevant messages displayed and RESET modes are indicated in the following table: 17.1 ERRORS (CATEGORY E) The alarm codes in this list can refer to functions that are not present in the models concerned in this User Manual MESSAGE ON THE CODE ALARM DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 78 ERRORS (CATEGORY E) cont. MESSAGE ON THE CODE ALARM DESCRIPTION RESET MODE DISPLAY The cloud firmware version is not the correct one with respect to the INCORRECT FW VERSION E141 firmware process. There may be CLOUD malfunctions in the connection with UPDATE THIS FW WiFi / ethernet or cloud Vacuum test failed (during TEST...

  • Page 79: Alarms (Category A)

    17.2 ALARMS (CATEGORY A) MESSAGE ON THE CODE ALARM DESCRIPTION RESET MODE DISPLAY FILL. WATER LEVEL SENSOR Problem with the level sensor of the A032 PROBLEM CONTACT TECH. filling tank SERVICE The tank has not been filled (only with FAILED WATER INLET CHECK A040 automatic filling system) AUTOMATIC LOAD...
  • Page 80 ALARMS (CATEGORY A) (cont.) MESSAGE ON THE CODE ALARM DESCRIPTION RESET MODE DISPLAY FAULTY A125 Faulty current draw detected CURRENT DRAW CONTACT TECH. SERVICE WIFI MODULE ERROR A126 Connection error with WiFi module CONTACT TECH. SERVICE SOLENOID VALVE 1 ERROR A131 Solenoid valve 1 failed CONTACT TECH.
  • Page 81 ALARMS (CATEGORY A) (cont.) MESSAGE ON THE CODE ALARM DESCRIPTION RESET MODE DISPLAY 3rd rise back up to atmospheric ATM3 UPSTROKE TIMEOUT A257 pressure not reached within the time- CONTACT TECH. SERVICE 3rd pressure pulse not reached within 3PP UPSTROKE TIMEOUT A258 the time out CONTACT TECH.

  • Page 82: Hazards (Category H)

    17.3 HAZARDS (CATEGORY H) MESSAGE ON THE CODE ALARM DESCRIPTION RESET MODE DISPLAY PRESSURE MPX pressure sensor broken/not H150 SENSOR OPEN CIRCUIT connected CONTACT TECH. SERVICE PRESSURE H160 MPX pressure sensor short-circuited SENSOR SHORT-CIRCUIT CONTACT TECH. SERVICE Pconv/T ratio not balanced (Pconv>T) INCORRECT P/T RATIO H400 (STERILIZATION phase)

  • Page 83: System Errors (Category S)

    17.4 SYSTEM ERRORS (CATEGORY S) MESSAGE ON THE CODE ALARM DESCRIPTION RESET MODE DISPLAY FLASH MEMORY Flash memory 1 on process board S001 NOT ACCESSIBLE failed CONTACT TECH. SERVICE FLASH MEMORY Flash memory 2 on process board S002 NOT ACCESSIBLE failed CONTACT TECH.
  • Page 84 17.5 TROUBLESHOOTING According to the type of alarm occurred, please find below the indications to detect the possible causes and restore the proper operation. ERRORS (CATEGORY E) The alarm codes in this list can refer to functions that are not present in the models concerned in this User Manual CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION...
  • Page 85 – TROUBLESHOOTING ERRORS (CATEGORY E) cont. CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION Door lock mechanism limit RESET according to the instructions. microswitch failure. Contact Technical Service (see Appendix). E020 Door lock system gearmotor failure. RESET according to the instructions. Door lock system lack of lubrication Lubricate the door system Door lock mechanism limit RESET according to the instructions.
  • Page 86 – TROUBLESHOOTING ERRORS (CATEGORY E) cont. CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION RESET according to the instructions. Excessive humidity in the sterilization Thoroughly dry the inside of the chamber and restart the chamber. program. RESET according to the instructions. Thoroughly clean the gasket with a clean cotton cloth E902 Air seepage through the gasket.
  • Page 87 – TROUBLESHOOTING ALARMS (CATEGORY A) cont. CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION Incorrect temperature sensor connection (heating element). A113 Contact Technical Service (see Appendix). Temperature sensor short-circuit (heating element). Temperature sensor PT5 short- A115 circuited (conductivity measurement Contact Technical Service (see Appendix). compensation).
  • Page 88 – TROUBLESHOOTING ALARMS (CATEGORY A) cont. CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION Water injection pump malfunction. Problem in the hydraulic circuit. A251 Contact Technical Service (see Appendix). Steam generator safety thermostat triggered. Steam generator malfunction. RESET according to the instructions. Thoroughly clean the gasket with a clean cotton cloth Steam seepage through the gasket.
  • Page 89 – TROUBLESHOOTING ALARMS (CATEGORY A) cont. CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION RESET according to the instructions. Thoroughly dry the inside of the sterilization chamber and Water or condensate in the restart the program. sterilization chamber. DO NOT insert material impregnated with water or other liquids into the chamber.
  • Page 90 – TROUBLESHOOTING HAZARDS (CATEGORY H) CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION H150 Pressure sensor failure (MPX). Contact Technical Service (see Appendix). Pressure sensor (MPX) not properly connected to the connector. H160 Contact Technical Service (see Appendix). Pressure sensor short-circuit (MPX). H400 Problem in the hydraulic circuit.
  • Page 91 – TROUBLESHOOTING SYSTEM ERRORS (CATEGORY S) cont. CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION Printer off. Make sure that printer is on. Data cable not correctly Check correct connection of the printer cable. S009 connected to serial ports Check printer compatibility. RS-232. If the problem persists, contact Technical Service (see Appendix).

  • Page 92: User Pin Reset

    18. USER PIN RESET If the user enters the pin incorrectly for 3 times, it is necessary to enter the following unlock pin on the fourth 9999 consecutive time when you are prompted to enter pin again: 19. APPENDIX - ACCESSORIES Only use spare parts and accessories that meet the manufacturer’s specifications.

  • Page 93: Appendix - Spare Parts And Accessories

    21. APPENDIX - SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Only use spare parts and accessories that meet the manufacturer’s specifications. DESCRIPTION CODE Bacteriological Filter 97290160 Door Gasket (17/22 L) 97400145 Chamber Drain Filter 97290210 22. APPENDIX - TECHNICAL SERVICE FOR ANY REQUEST FOR TECHNICAL INTERVENTION ON THE PRODUCT, BOTH UNDER WARRANTY AND OUT OF WARRANTY, DIRECTLY CONTACT THE DEALER OR RESELLER THAT SUPPLIED THE AUTOCLAVE.

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