All transportation charges must be paid both ways by the owner. This warranty will be void if the unit is not purchased from an authorized full service Tuttnauer dealer. Accessories Basket accessories: A set of two baskets is available for the unit. The baskets are made of stainless steel wire and have a handle.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The autoclave has unique characteristics. Please read and understand the operation instructions before first operation of the autoclave. The following issues may require instructions guidance provided by the manufacturer: how to operate the autoclave, the door safety mechanism, the dangers involved in circumventing safety means, how to ensure that the door is closed, and how to select a correct sterilization program.
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Open the door slowly to allow steam to escape and wait 5 minutes before you remove the load. When sterilizing liquids, wait 10 minutes. Once a month, ensure that the safety valves are functioning, and once annually a certified tester must conduct pressure chamber safety tests. Once annually, or more frequently, effective tests must be performed, i.e., calibration and validation.
TECHNICAL DATA Introduction Models 3840, 3850, and 3870 ELV/ELVC are vertical sterilizers designed especially for sterilization of instruments, liquids and other materials in hospital laboratories, medical laboratories, research institutes, food laboratories and pharmaceutical facilities. A special feature of this sterilizer is the fast cooling operation, provided as an option for the liquids sterilization cycle.
Operating Conditions The autoclave is intended to work in ‘indoor’ conditions only. Only autoclavable materials shall be used. The environment shall not exceed an ambient temperature range of 5ºC (41ºF)-40ºC (104ºF) and a relative humidity of 85% respectively.
6000 Protection against electrical shock Class I Class I Class I Degree of protection by enclosure IP31 IP31 IP31 Specifications MODEL PROPERTIES 3840 3850 3870 Chamber diameter 380 (15”) 380 (15”) 380 (15”) Chamber depth (15.8”) (18.9”) (26.8”) 52 liters.
Attention: A switch or circuit-breaker must be included in the building installation. This switch or circuit-breaker shall be in close proximity to the equipment, within easy reach of the operator; and marked as the disconnecting device for the equipment. ...
FRONT VIEW Description Front leg Rear leg Left service door Left service door grip Left service door lock Door cover Pressure gauge Display Keyboard Printer cover Paper slot and paper cutter USB socket RJ45 connector Main switch Printer Page 13 of 75 Pages...
REAR VIEW Description Drain outlet Mineral free water inlet Compressed air inlet City (tap) water inlet to vacuum pump Power supply electrical cord Cut-off Fan grill Safety Valve Circuit breaker Ground connector City (tap) water inlet to chamber Air pressure gauge Air pressure regulator Page 14 of 75 Pages...
3.11 Water Quality 3.11.1 Water for Steam Generation The distilled or mineral – free water supplied to the autoclave should have the physical characteristics and maximum acceptable level of contaminants indicated in the table below: Physical Characteristics and Maximum acceptable contaminants levels in steam for sterilizers (According to EN 13060:2004).
3.11.3 Reverse Osmosis A Reverse Osmosis (RO) system may be used to improve the quality of the water used to generate steam in the autoclave chamber. In RO, the water is forced through a semi-penetrable membrane, which filters out contaminants to a high degree of efficiency. In deionisation (DI) ions and charged particles are removed either by electric fields or by ion exchange in resin beds.
3.13 Description of Operation 3.13.1 Heat The ELV vertical autoclaves are equipped with immersion type, heating elements. After water has been introduced to the chamber and the unit has been activated, the heating elements begin to heat. The temperature and pressure in the chamber increase until appropriate levels are reached.
chamber, bringing the internal pressure down to atmospheric pressure. CONTROL PANEL CONTROL PANEL DRAWING Description Display Keypad Printer Page 19 of 75 Pages...
Description and Functions of the Front Panel Keyboard The front panel is composed of 3 sections: 1. Display screen. 2. Keypad. 3. Printer 4.1.1 Display screen The display is a LCD panel used to display the current status of the autoclave while using Operational Messages and Error Messages.
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4.1.2 Keypad The keypad consists of three keys as described below: UP key This key has the following functions: In the menu directories: o This key enables the operator to browse through the cycles. In the directories available: o When the cursor is blinking on a number, the UP ▲...
4.1.3 Printer The printer is an optional device. It prints the detailed history of each cycle performed by the autoclave. The printing is on thermal paper with 24 characters per line and records the sterilization cycle information for subsequent consideration. Displayed Error Messages / Symbols The failures are divided into two categories.
Displayed operational messages / Symbols Message / Message / Symbol Symbol Required Action Description Name This symbol is displayed Close the door. when the door is open. This message is displayed Door is open when the door is opened: In Close the door to perform a (during stand standby - if START/STOP...
STERILIZATION PROGRAMS STERILIZATION PROGRAMS The autoclave offers ten sterilization programs as follows: Sterilization Programs Sterilization time Temp (minutes) Program Description Glass 134°C Plastic 121°C Liquid A 121°C Liquid B - Waste 121°C During the process, the stages of the cycle will be displayed on the screen: The stages names are as follows: Start Insert water...
Program 1: Glass For glass instruments and materials, when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 134C (273F). Nominal parameters default settings Sterilization temperature: 134C (273F) Sterilization time: 3 minutes. Operations Sequence Insert water into the chamber. ...
Program 2: Plastic For unwrapped delicate instruments, when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperaturesof 121C (250F). Nominal parameters default settings Sterilization temperature: 121C (250F) Sterilization time : 15 minutes Operations sequence: Insert water to chamber. Heating by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached.
Program 3: Liquid A For liquids when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 121C (250F). Nominal parameters default settings Sterilization temperature: 121C (250F) Sterilization time : 15 minutes Operations Sequence Insert water to chamber. Heating by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached.
Program 4: Liquid B -- Waste For liquids in sealed bottles when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 121C (250F). Nominal parameters default settings Sterilization temperature: 121C (250F) Sterilization time : 30 minutes Operations Sequence Insert water to chamber and heating by actuation of electrical heaters until reaching the high preset air pulse.
CHECKING AND CHANGING PARAMETERS AND OTHER DATA The control system prevents changing programs if the door is closed. This protection is intended to avoid program changes if the autoclave is loaded. If the operator for example inserts the load into the chamber, closes the door and leaves the room and another operator/user tries to change the program, the operator/user will not be able to do this unless the door is opened and the load inside the chamber can be seen.
Table of parameters The parameter default depends on the selected program. The following table is an example to Custom 1 program Parameters Description Default Unit Range Resolution Pulse A Count Define the number of pulses in the first pulses group 0-10 Define the additional time that the vacuum pump will continue Pulse A Stay...
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Sterilization Defines the interval from the last use of the Keypad until Screen Saver Minute 0-600 activating the screen saver Page 31 of 75 Pages...
Entering the main menu Enter the SELECT USER screen by pressing the UP and DOWN keys simultaneously. To exit the SELECT USER screen move the cursor to Exit by pressing UP or DOWN keys and then press START/STOP key. SELECT USER screen will be displayed. Move the cursor to Admin and press START/STOP key.
In order to exit the ENTER CODE screen move the cursor to Exit by pressing START/STOP Key. when Exit is blinking press UP or DOWN keys. To browse through the directories, use the UP or DOWN keys. When the required directory is blinking, press the START/STOP key.
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The following screen will display: 7.4.1 Create Pulse 7.4.1.1 Pulse A Count Typical display for Create Pulse subdirectory Choose and enter Pulse A Count SET PARAMETER screen will be displayed Set the required value, move to Set and press UP or DOWN keys to confirm the parameter value.
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7.4.1.7 Pulse B Low Pressure Repeat the action mention in 6.2.1.1 Pulse A Count 7.4.1.8 Pulse B High Pressure Repeat the action mention in 6.2.1.1 Pulse A Count 7.4.2 Heat 7.4.2.1 Sterilization Temperature Typical display for Sterilization Temperature subdirectory Choose and enter Sterilization Temperature SET PARAMETER screen will be displayed Set the required value, move to Set and press UP or DOWN keys to confirm the parameter value.
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7.4.4 Cooling 7.4.4.1 Cool Mode Typical display for Cool Mode subdirectory Choose and enter Cool Mode SET PARAMETER screen will be displayed Set the required value, move to Set and press UP or DOWN keys to confirm the parameter value. In order to exit move the cursor to Exit and press UP or DOWN keys 7.4.4.2...
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7.4.6 7.4.6.1 Dry Heat On 1 Typical display for Dry Heat On 1 subdirectory Choose and enter Dry Heat On 1 SET PARAMETER screen will be displayed Set the required value, move to Set and press UP or DOWN keys to confirm the parameter value. In order to exit move the cursor to Exit and press UP or DOWN keys 7.4.6.2...
Set the required value, move to Set and press UP or DOWN keys to confirm the parameter value. In order to exit move the cursor to Exit and press UP or DOWN keys 7.4.7.2 Multiple Cycles Repeat the action mention in 6.2.7.1 End Temperature 7.4.7.3 Multiple Cycles Gap Repeat the action mention in 6.2.7.1 End Temperature...
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1. To increase or decrease the digits, press the UP or DOWN keys. 2. After changing the value move the cursor to Set by pressing the START/STOP key. 3. When Set is blinking, press the UP or DOWN keys in order to confirm changes and return to the previous screen.
7.5.3 Screen Saver This subdirectory enables the operator to set the screen saver time. The default time value is 90 minutes. It is possible to increase or decrease the time value up to a maximum of 600 minutes or down to a minimum 0 minutes. When entering the Screen Saver screen, the time will be displayed.
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1. In order to enter to the sub directories move the cursor by pressing UP or DOWN keys to the required item and press START/STOP 2. In order to exit this screen follows one of the next: Move the cursor to Exit with the UP or DOWN keys and select it by pressing the START/STOP key.
5. Move the cursor to the required item and press START/STOP key 6. The following screen will be displayed: 7. Remove the USB device from the USB Socket 8. In order to exit this screen and return to HISTORY OPTIONS screen press START/STOP key. 9.
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7.7.1 Set date and time This subdirectory enables the operator to set the date and time. This SET DATE AND TIME screen will be displayed when entering the subdirectory: When entering the SET DATE AND TIME screen, the time and date are displayed. The cursor is blinking on the "second" digit.
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5. Remove the USB device from the USB Socket 6. In order to exit this screen and return to MAINTENANCE directory press START/STOP key. 7. In order to exit the MAINTENANCE directory follows one of the next: Move the cursor to Exit with the UP or DOWN keys and select it by pressing the START/STOP key.
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And the following screen will be displayed. In order exit this screen return to MAINTENANCE directory press START/STOP key. In order to exit the MAINTENANCE directory follows one of the next: Move the cursor to Exit with the UP or DOWN keys and select it by pressing the START/STOP key.
In order to exit the MAINTENANCE directory follows one of the next: Move the cursor to Exit with the UP or DOWN keys and select it by pressing the START/STOP key. Press the UP and DOWN keys simultaneously Advanced Options This directory includes two subdirectories The following screen will be displayed when entering ADVANCED...
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Enabling the START CYCLE BY CLOCK To increase or decrease the time use the UP or DOWN keys. To move the cursor from one digit to another press the START/STOP key. After changing the time move the cursor to Enabled Confirm the START CYCLE BY CLOCK by pressing UP or DOWN keys.
7.8.2 Export all settings to USB device This subdirectory enables the operator to export all settings to USB device. 1. Insert the USB device into the USB Socket 2. Move the cursor to Export all settings to USB device 3. Press the START/STOP key. 4.
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2. In order to exit this screen follows one of the next: Move the cursor to Exit with the UP or DOWN keys and select it by pressing the START/STOP key. Press the UP and DOWN keys simultaneously. 7.9.1 View current version information In order to view this subdirectory press START/STOP...
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Minor change Feature change or function change, changed by the programmer in accordance with the change sequence. Bugs repair Software bugs repair changed by programmer accordance with the change sequence. Automatic builder Changed (updated) automatically after each source code compilation ...
Screens following aborted cycles after complete sterilization stage The sterilization phase ended successfully – cycle ended and the reason of failure is displayed For example the next two scenarios: 8.2.1 Canceled by user after complete sterilization stage The cycle ended successfully, the reason for aborted cycle is displayed.
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Cycle Failed message Reason of failure The screen colour changed Warning symbol from white to yellow Page 53 of 75 Pages...
PRINTER Printer Output The printing is on thermal paper with 24 characters per line and contains the following information: Date: Time: Ser. Num: Model: Version: Cycle Num: Cycle: Dry Time: Ster Temp: ...
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PRINTER OUTPUT DESCRIPTION Operator: ____________ To be filled in manually by operator Time: 12:14:47 Time sterilization cycle ended Cycle Ended 00:24:43 101.3 099.7 Cycle finished time E 00:23:43 107.0 107.4 The time, temperature and pressure during exhaust E 00:22:08 134.5 311.9 The time, temperature and pressure during exhaust CLK 2:...
Printer Handling 9.2.1 Maintenance Wipe off the soiling on the printer surface with a dry soft cloth with a weak neutral detergent. After that, wipe the printer with a dry cloth. 9.2.2 Setting paper PLUS II Front view 1-Paper mouth 2-STATUS Led 3-OPEN key (for paper roll compartment opening)
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Open the printer's cover door (1) by pulling it up (see Fig. 2). Fig. 2 Press the OPEN key to open the printer cover as shown (see Fig. 3/1). Handle the paper cutter carefully not to cut your hand. Place the paper roll making sure it unrolls in the proper direction as shown (see Fig.
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9.2.3 Treating the thermal papers: Store the papers in a dry, cool and dark place. Do not rub the papers with hard substance. Keep the papers away from organic solvent. Cautions Never disassemble the printer. Failure to follow this instruction may cause overheating or burning of the printer or the AC adapter.
PREPARATION BEFORE STERILIZATION The purpose of packaging and wrapping of items for sterilization is to provide an effective barrier against sources of potential contamination in order to maintain sterility and to permit aseptic removal of the contents of the pack. Packaging and wrapping materials should permit the removal of air from the pack, penetration of the sterilizing water vapor into the pack and removal of the sterilizing vapor.
8. Tilt on edge items prone to entrap air and moisture, e.g. hollowware, so that only minimal resistance to removal of air, the passage of steam and condensate will be met. 9. Once a week, use a biological spore test indicator in any load to make sure sterilization is performed.
OPERATION 11.1 Turning on the autoclave To start the system, turn on the main switch (1), located under the printer cover. The door is equipped with an electrical cylinder. This electrical cylinder perform the automatic opening and closing of the door. 11.2 Opening the door In order to open the door, follow the next steps: When the door is closed the screen below will be displayed:...
Press the Key in order to open the door The following screen will be displayed: If the door has opened successfully, the following screen will be displayed: 11.3 Loading Load the autoclave properly according to instructions in sec. 9. PREPARATION BEFORE STERILIZATION.
In order to close the door push the door to the wall of the autoclave chamber for at least 5 seconds as shown in the picture below: While closing the door the following screen will be displayed: When the door is properly closed, open door symbol is replaced by the message "System Ready"...
11.6 Unloading When cycle ended successfully (including pressing START/STOP key, or any failure, after completing the sterilization stage) message "Cycle Ended" (and the relevant failure message, if applicable) is displayed on the screen. Verify that there is no pressure in the chamber, according to the reading on the display.
11.9 Moving the Autoclave 1. Disconnect the power supply cord. 2. Disconnect the water and drain hoses. 3. Disconnect the compressed air hoses (if applicable). 4. Drain the water from the chamber. To avoid injuries, Moving the autoclave should be done by using a forklift.
b. The package is torn. The load is suspected to be wet. d. The load fell on the floor. Condensed drops can be detected on the load. To avoid injuries use heat resistant gloves while unloading the autoclave. DOOR SAFETY SYSTEM The door safety consists of two safety means: 12.1 Electric door locking system Door closing: the user pushes the door towards the chamber frame, a switch...
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 13.1 Preventive Maintenance The maintenance operations described in this chapter must be fulfilled periodically in order to keep the autoclave in good working condition and to reduce the breakdown time to a minimum. The user’s maintenance personnel, according to the following instructions can easily execute these operations.
13.2 Checking the Safety Valve The safety valve is located on the rear side of the autoclave In order to prevent the safety valve from a blockage, operate it once a month. 13.2.1 PED-approved type safety valve Operate the sterilization cycle according to the manual. Allow a pressure of approximately 200 kPa (29 psi) to build up in the chamber.
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13.2.2 ASME-approved type safety valve Operate the sterilization cycle according to the manual. Allow a pressure of approximately 200 kPa (29-psi) to build up in the chamber. Operate the safety valve by pulling the ring of the safety valve using a tool, i.e. screwdriver, hook etc and lift the safety valve ring for 2 seconds.
TROUBLESHOOTING This troubleshooting chart enables the user to solve minor malfunctions, prior to contacting our service department. Only technical personnel having proper qualifications and holding technical documentation (including a technician manual) and adequate information are authorized to service the apparatus. Message / Symbol / Failure Description...
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Message / Symbol / Failure Description Corrective Action Problem This message is displayed if the Heat Time system cannot reach the required Verify that the autoclave is not Error temperature, in the chamber, within the overloaded. preset time. This message is displayed if the system cannot reach the required Heat Time Verify that the autoclave is not...
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Message / Symbol / Failure Description Corrective Action Problem Perform a new cycle. Cycle Failed This message and symbol are displayed if an error occurs before Perform a new cycle. sterilization cycle is completed. This message is displayed at the end Wait until the autoclave of the cycle If the autoclave does not reaches the atmospheric...
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Message / Symbol / Failure Description Corrective Action Problem Chamber This message is displayed if the temperature temperature in the chamber is too high Call for service. not in range or too low from the normal range. Chamber This message is displayed if the pressure not in pressure in the chamber is too high or Call for service.
Model Dia. x Height (mm) Capacity Dia. x Height (mm) Capacity 357 x 220 366 x 330 3840 357 x 330 366 x 220 357 x 220 366 x 330 3850 357 x 330 366 x 220...
SPARE PARTS LIST Description Cat. No. Cap for ¼” strainer FIL175-0027 Strainer element FIL175-0046 Teflon gasket 4 mm GAS082-0008 ACCESSORIES Description Cat. No. Printer, PLUSII-S2B-0004 THE002-0052 High BSK387-0001 Stainless steel wire basket BSK387-0002 Stainless steel container High BSK387-0005 for waste products, with BSK387-0003 vents holes Page 75 of 75 Pages...
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