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Posizione logo Instructions for use Instructions for use Instructions for use Instructions for use MB17 / MB22 LINA MB 201 11 ENG - Rev. 3.1...
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For your safety and the safety of your patients For your safety and the safety of your patients The purpose of this manual is to provide you with information about LINA MB17/22 sterilizers to ensure: proper installation and set-up; •...
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Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Qualifications of the users Qualifications of the users Qualifications of the users Qualifications of the users There are two types of users who may operate the sterilizer: The Advanced user The Advanced user The Advanced user The Advanced user is the head of the clinic/practice, who is legally responsible for the efficiency of the hygiene protocol in place as well as the sterilization process.
ON. The sterilizer must be removed from the box and transported by two people. Weight: LINA MB17: 38 kg LINA MB22: 40.5 kg Check the external conditions of the box and the sterilizer. In case of any damage, immediately contact your dealer or the shipping agent that has carried out the transport.
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Contents of the package Contents of the package Contents of the package Contents of the package Mains cable Tray (3 pieces total) Reversible rack Funnel Wall spacer Tray holder Fast guide Declaration of conformity Documentation CD Drain tube Warranty card Works tests report...
3. Safety advice 3. Safety advice 3. Safety advice 3. Safety advice The user is responsible for the proper installation, the correct use and maintenance of the sterilizer in accordance with the • instructions listed in this manual. The sterilizer has not been designed for the sterilization of foodstuff or waste. •...
4. Installation and start 4. Installation and start 4. Installation and start 4. Installation and start- - - - up up up up Placement Placement Placement Placement Place the sterilizer on a flat and level surface, far from sources of heat and from flammable materials. Do not place the sterilizer so that it is difficult to open the service door and operate on the controls in it.
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Water tanks Water tanks Water tanks Water tanks Filling the clean water tank Filling the clean water tank Filling the clean water tank Filling the clean water tank Switch the sterilizer ON • Slide the tank cover to the right to access the clean water tank inlet. •...
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Usable space in the chamber Usable space in the chamber LINA MB17: 195 x 195 x 297mm (WxHxD); equal to the volume of 11.5 litres. LINA MB22: 195 x 195 x 390mm (WxHxD); equal to the volume of 15 litres.
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Controls and commands Controls and commands Controls and commands Controls and commands Front view Front view Front view Front view Service door Service door Service door Service door Water tank cover Tank filling cover - cap Bacteriological filter Mains switch Chamber door Display Control panel...
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Controls and commands Controls and commands Controls and commands Controls and commands Rear view Rear view Rear view Rear view Serial communication port Pressure safety valve cover Accessories power socket Mains plug socket Mains cable guide Detail of the hydraulic Detail of the hydraulic Detail of the hydraulic Detail of the hydraulic...
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Controls and commands Controls and commands Controls and commands Controls and commands Switching ON the sterilizer Switching ON the sterilizer Switching ON the sterilizer Switching ON the sterilizer Press the mains switch behind the service door to switch ON the sterilizer. The visual indicator on the mains switch turns green and the START screen (see next page) appears.
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Display and icons Display and icons Display and icons Display and icons First line First line First line First line Shows the title/purpose of the current page and invites you to take an action (e.g. select a cycle). Second line Second line Second line Second line...
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Icons Icons Icons Icons If one or more icons of the display are preceded by the cursor, please take the actions as outlined below: If one or more icons of the display are preceded by the cursor, please take the actions as outlined below: If one or more icons of the display are preceded by the cursor, please take the actions as outlined below: If one or more icons of the display are preceded by the cursor, please take the actions as outlined below: If an icon is preceded by the cursor, this means that an information message is present in the MESSAGES menu.
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Control buttons Control buttons Control buttons Control buttons The control panel shows four buttons: UP button UP button UP button UP button Moves to the upper item in the list. Increases a number or a parameter. ECO- - - - B option B option B option B option...
5. Programming 5. Programming 5. Programming 5. Programming Initial setup Initial setup Initial setup Initial setup Before using the sterilizer please program important parameters such as date, time, language, display backlight and contrast. This is done by means of the SETUP functions. Start screen and menu options Start screen and menu options Start screen and menu options...
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Table 1: list of the MENU options Table 1: list of the MENU options Table 1: list of the MENU options Table 1: list of the MENU options MENU MENU MENU MENU SUB- - - - MENU MENU MENU MENU WHAT IT DOES WHAT IT DOES WHAT IT DOES...
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Table 1: list of the MENU options (continued) Table 1: list of the MENU options (continued) Table 1: list of the MENU options (continued) Table 1: list of the MENU options (continued) MENU MENU MENU MENU SUB- - - - MENU MENU MENU MENU...
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Table 2: Detail of the SETUP options Table 2: Detail of the SETUP options Table 2: Detail of the SETUP options Table 2: Detail of the SETUP options MENU MENU MENU MENU SUB- - - - MENU MENU MENU MENU WHAT IT DOES AND HOW TO SET IT WHAT IT DOES AND HOW TO SET IT WHAT IT DOES AND HOW TO SET IT...
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Table 2: Detail of the SETUP options (continued) Table 2: Detail of the SETUP options (continued) Table 2: Detail of the SETUP options (continued) Table 2: Detail of the SETUP options (continued) MENU MENU MENU MENU SUB- - - - MENU MENU MENU MENU...
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How to log on as an advanced user How to log on as an advanced user How to log on as an advanced user How to log on as an advanced user Some programmable options of the LINA MB sterilizer can be changed only after logging in as an advanced user. This is to prevent accidental changes or unexpected operation of the sterilizer.
6. Running a sterilization cycle 6. Running a sterilization cycle 6. Running a sterilization cycle 6. Running a sterilization cycle Place the sterilization load in the sterilizer chamber and close the door. See APPENDICES 2 and 3 on how to properly prepare and place the load. Switch the sterilizer ON by pressing the mains switch behind the service door.
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Running a sterilization cycle Running a sterilization cycle Running a sterilization cycle Running a sterilization cycle After selecting the cycle: After selecting the cycle: After selecting the cycle: After selecting the cycle: - the first line of the display shows the selected cycle. - the “START NOW”...
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The available sterilization cycles The available sterilization cycles The available sterilization cycles The available sterilization cycles In total there are three sterilization cycles available. All cycles are type B according to the European Standard EN13060, which means they are capable to sterilize all types of loads: full solid, porous, hollow A and B, plastics, rubber, etc.; unwrapped, bagged, single or double wrapped.
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The available sterilization cycles CYCLE PROGRAM TABLE CYCLE PROGRAM TABLE CYCLE PROGRAM TABLE CYCLE PROGRAM TABLE Model Model Model Model Lina MB17 Lina MB17 Lina MB17 Lina MB17 Lina MB22 Lina MB22 Lina MB22 Lina MB22 Max. load (instruments) Max. load (instruments) Max.
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The sterilization cycle profile The sterilization cycle profile The sterilization cycle profile The sterilization cycle profile All available sterilization cycles feature the same basic pressure profile as shown in the graph below. The duration of the sterilization phase (or plateau time) and the sterilization temperatures differ between the various cycles. LEGEND LEGEND LEGEND...
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The ECO The ECO The ECO The ECO- - - - B option B option B option B option “ECO-B” is a cycle option designed to reduce the cycle duration and the overall energy consumption, providing a fast type B cycle for a limited load weight (0.5 kg of instruments only!).
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The “Delayed start” options The “Delayed start” options The “Delayed start” options The “Delayed start” options After selecting a cycle program, press UP or DOWN to scroll between the “start now”, “start at...” and “start in...” options. Select the desired option by pressing OK. The delayed start option is not available for all cycles.
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Customization of cycle parameters Customization of cycle parameters Customization of cycle parameters Customization of cycle parameters You can customize a cycle program by setting certain parameters according to your own sterilization protocol. The parameters you can set are the drying time, the plateau time, and the plateau temperature (see note(*) below). Changing the plateau time and temperature Changing the plateau time and temperature Changing the plateau time and temperature...
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Cycle in progress Cycle in progress Cycle in progress Cycle in progress Information displayed on the screen while a cycle is in progress Information displayed on the screen while a cycle is in progress Information displayed on the screen while a cycle is in progress Information displayed on the screen while a cycle is in progress First line changing between: First line...
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Cycle in progress Cycle in progress Cycle in progress Cycle in progress INFO screen and menu options INFO screen and menu options INFO screen and menu options INFO screen and menu options While a cycle is in progress, you can view the main cycle parameters in real time. On the “cycle in progress”...
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Manual stop Manual stop Manual stop Manual stop While a cycle is in progress, you can abort it manually at any time. Press UP or DOWN until the STOP option appears preceded by the cursor, then proceed as shown below: Confirm STOP (OK) Press DOWN until YES appears.
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Manual stop Manual stop Manual stop Manual stop When the reset phase is over, press BACK One of the following messages appears: The message “LOAD NOT STERILE” means that the load is not sterile. Do not use items on patients! The message “DRYING INTERRUPTED”...
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End of a sterilization cycle End of a sterilization cycle End of a sterilization cycle End of a sterilization cycle When a cycle is successfully finished, the “CYCLE COMPLETED” message appears on the screen and the “Unlock door” option is preceded by the cursor. At this stage you can press DOWN or UP until the INFO option appears;...
7. Maintenance 7. Maintenance 7. Maintenance 7. Maintenance Before carrying out any maintenance on the sterilizer, switch the unit OFF and remove the mains cable. Before accessing the chamber and the connected parts, be sure that the sterilizer is cold. Follow the instructions in this chapter when carrying out any maintenance on the sterilizer.
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Maintenance program Maintenance program Maintenance program Maintenance program MAINTENANCE PROGRAM TABLE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM TABLE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM TABLE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM TABLE Frequency (*) # of cycles (*) Operation Consumable Performed by Clean the door seal and the chamber face side Clean the chamber, trays and the rack Monthly Clean the chamber filter Clean the external sterilizer surfaces...
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Monthly or 50 Monthly or 50 Monthly or 50 Monthly or 50- - - - cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance Cleaning the door seal and the chamber face side Cleaning the door seal and the chamber face side Cleaning the door seal and the chamber face side Cleaning the door seal and the chamber face side Clean the door seal and the outer edge of the chamber with a non-abrasive cloth...
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Monthly or 50 Monthly or 50- - - - cycle maintenance Monthly or 50 Monthly or 50 cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance Cleaning the chamber filter Cleaning the chamber filter Cleaning the chamber filter Cleaning the chamber filter Empty the sterilizer chamber by removing the trays and the rack. 1–2: Remove the filter cap at the back of the chamber (bottom/center) by turning it counter-clockwise.
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3 month or 400 3 month or 400 3 month or 400 3 month or 400- - - - cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance Replacing the bacteriological filter Replacing the bacteriological filter Replacing the bacteriological filter Replacing the bacteriological filter Open the service door.
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6 month or 800 6 month or 800 6 month or 800 6 month or 800- - - - cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance Cleaning the water tanks Cleaning the water tanks Cleaning the water tanks Cleaning the water tanks Switch OFF the sterilizer and disconnect the mains cable.
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1 year or 800 1 year or 800 1 year or 800 1 year or 800- - - - cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance cycle maintenance Replacing the door seal Replacing the door seal Replacing the door seal Replacing the door seal Fully open the chamber door.
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4000 cycle/5 years general check and service 4000 cycle/5 years general check and service 4000 cycle/5 years general check and service 4000 cycle/5 years general check and service Regular service is imperative to ensure continuous and effective operation of the sterilizer. It is recommended to carry out a general service every 4000 cycles or five years by an authorized service technician.
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Resetting the maintenance counters Resetting the maintenance counters Resetting the maintenance counters Resetting the maintenance counters Use the UP, DOWN and OK buttons to browse the menu, choosing the following options in sequence: MENU – DEVICE INFO – SERVICE COUNTERS Scroll to the concerned consumable by pressing UP or DOWN.
8. Troubleshooting, alarms and messages 8. Troubleshooting, alarms and messages 8. Troubleshooting, alarms and messages 8. Troubleshooting, alarms and messages If the cursor appears to the left of one or more icons, there is related information pending. All messages can be viewed by means of the MESSAGES sub-menu. Use the UP, DOWN and OK buttons to browse the menu, choosing the following options in sequence: MENU –...
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Messages Messages Messages Messages ICON ICON MESSAGE MESSAGE DESCRIPTION/ACTION REQUIRED DESCRIPTION/ACTION REQUIRED ICON ICON MESSAGE MESSAGE DESCRIPTION/ACTION REQUIRED DESCRIPTION/ACTION REQUIRED The chamber door is locked; no action required. The water level inside the clean water tank is below the minimum. Fill the clean water tank. The water level inside the used water tank is at maximum level.
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Alarms Alarms Alarms Alarms Alarm Alarm code Alarm Alarm code code code DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ACTION ACTION ACTION ACTION E010 E010 Power failure during a cycle Load cannot be considered sterile. Repeat the cycle. E010 E010 E02x E02x E02x E02x Internal voltage error Switch the sterilizer OFF and ON.
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Alarms Alarms Alarms Alarms Alarm code Alarm code Alarm code Alarm code DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ACTION ACTION ACTION ACTION After the process phase the pressure took too long to drop to the atmospheric pressure. If the problem E182 E182 E182 E182 Pressure drop timeout...
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Alarm stop Alarm stop Alarm stop Alarm stop In case certain important sterilization parameters are not met, the sterilizer will generate an alarm code and abort the cycle automatically. The sterilizer enters into a reset phase; a wait message and an alarm code are displayed on the screen. At this stage select and confirm “Info”...
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Resetting the thermal overload Resetting the thermal overload Resetting the thermal overload Resetting the thermal overload A safety thermostat is fitted on the sterilizer to prevent overheating of the electric heater. If the safety thermostat opens because of too high temperatures, the alarm E240 or a timeout alarm is generated.
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS PROBLEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS The main switch or network circuit breaker is OFF Activate the main switch or network circuit breaker (ON). The sterilizer remains switched No voltage at the socket Check the electric circuit.
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS PROBLEM PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS Door seal not properly placed; seal sticking out Ensure that the door seal is evenly inserted on the entire circumference. When starting a cycle, the chamber door locks but re-opens OK button was pressed twice to launch the cycle...
9. Recycling and disposal 9. Recycling and disposal 9. Recycling and disposal 9. Recycling and disposal LINA MB sterilizers are mainly built from fiber-reinforced polymers, metals and electronic components. In case of disposal: - separate the various components according to the materials they are made of; - drop the sterilizer with a company that specializes on the recycling of related products;...
22 l/Ø 250 mm x D 440 mm (LINA MB22) Usable space (for all cycles) 12 l/W195 mm x H 195 mm x D 297 mm (LINA MB17)) 15.5 l/W 195 mm x H 195 mm x D 390 mm (LINA MB22) Bacteriological filter: 0.3 µm...
APPENDIX APPENDIX 2. 2. 2. 2. Maintenance of dental handpieces APPENDIX APPENDIX Maintenance of dental handpieces Maintenance of dental handpieces Maintenance of dental handpieces External disinfection External disinfection External disinfection External disinfection This procedure reduces the risk of infection during cleaning and maintenance of the instrument. Wear protective gloves during disinfection.
APPENDIX APPENDIX APPENDIX APPENDIX 3. 3. 3. 3. Sterilization load preparation Sterilization load preparation Sterilization load preparation Sterilization load preparation Cleaning the instruments Cleaning the instruments Cleaning the instruments Cleaning the instruments Clean all instruments thoroughly prior to sterilization. If possible, clean instruments immediately after use; always follow the instrument manufacturer ‘s instructions. Remove all traces of disinfectants and detergents.
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Loading the chamber Loading the chamber Loading the chamber Loading the chamber Tubes Tubes Tubes Tubes Rinse, drain and dry tubes after washing. Place tubes on a tray allowing the ends to remain open. Do not bend tubes. Paper side up Wrapped/bagged items Wrapped/bagged items Wrapped/bagged items...
APPENDIX 4. Bowie and Dick test APPENDIX 4. Bowie and Dick test APPENDIX 4. Bowie and Dick test APPENDIX 4. Bowie and Dick test Description Description Description Description The Bowie & Dick (B&D) test device is used to validate the sterilizer performance for textile load sterilization. It is made of several sheets of paper wrapped in a small packet in the middle of which there is a chemical heat-sensitive indicator sheet.
APPENDIX 5. Helix test APPENDIX 5. Helix test APPENDIX 5. Helix test APPENDIX 5. Helix test Description Description Description Description The Helix test device is used to validate the sterilizer performance for hollow items. It consists of a 1,500 mm long tube that is open on one side and closed with a capsule on the other side.
APPENDIX 6. Vacuum test APPENDIX 6. Vacuum test APPENDIX 6. Vacuum test APPENDIX 6. Vacuum test Description Description Description Description The vacuum test is designed to validate the sterilizer performance in terms of: • Efficiency of the vacuum pump; • Tightness of the pneumatic circuit. It consists of a vacuum phase, followed by a stabilization period of 5 minutes and a testing period of 10 minutes.
APPENDIX 7. Water quality APPENDIX 7. Water quality APPENDIX 7. Water quality APPENDIX 7. Water quality LINA MB sterilizers use distilled or demineralized water to generate steam for the sterilization process. The table below lists the maximum content of minerals and the specifications for the water used for steam sterilization (see EN13060 APPENDIX C). FEED WATER SPECIFICATIONS FEED WATER SPECIFICATIONS FEED WATER SPECIFICATIONS...
APPENDIX 8. Example of cycle data report APPENDIX 8. Example of cycle data report APPENDIX 8. Example of cycle data report APPENDIX 8. Example of cycle data report Sterilizer brand Sterilizer model and serial number Surgery – practice – doctor name Cycle name Cycle counter Programmed sterilization temperature...
APPENDIX 9. Accessories and spare parts APPENDIX 9. Accessories and spare parts APPENDIX 9. Accessories and spare parts Aluminium tray Printer model S'Print LINA MB17: part n. F523204x part n. 19721108 LINA MB22: part n. F523205x Tray holder Label printer LisaSafe part n.
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Accessories Accessories Accessories Accessories Cycle report printer ( Cycle report printer (S'Print S'Print) ) ) ) - - - - part n. 19721108 part n. 19721108 Cycle report printer ( Cycle report printer ( S'Print S'Print part n. 19721108 part n. 19721108 S'Print is a compact, reliable and easy-to-use printer that can be connected directly to the serial port located in the rear of the sterilizer, or via the Multiport (optional PC/logger, see next page).
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Accessories Accessories Accessories Accessories Multiport (PC/logger) Multiport (PC/logger) Multiport (PC/logger) Multiport (PC/logger) - - - - part n. 19721118 part n. 19721118 part n. 19721118 part n. 19721118 Multiport is an intelligent hub device that connects to the sterilizer rear serial port and allows managing a variety of optional endorsed devices (see connection schemes on the following pages).
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Accessory connection scheme (water treatment, supply and drain) Accessory connection scheme (water treatment, supply and drain) Accessory connection scheme (water treatment, supply and drain) Accessory connection scheme (water treatment, supply and drain) External water External water External water External water filtration system filtration system filtration system...
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Accessories and spare parts Accessories and spare parts Standard chamber rack for 3 cassettes (*) 190x43x300/375 * LINA MB17: part n. F523008x 190x43x300/375 * LINA MB22: part n. F523009x 190x43x300/375 * Standard chamber rack for 3 USA size cassettes (*) 205x35x300/375 * LINA MB17: part n.
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Consumables Consumables Consumables Consumables Bacteriological filter Bacteriological filter Bacteriological filter Bacteriological filter - - - - part n. W322400x part n. W322400x part n. W322400x part n. W322400x Replace every 400 cycles Door seal Door seal Door seal Door seal - - - - part n. F460504x part n.
APPENDIX 10. Helix test documentation form APPENDIX 10. Helix test documentation form APPENDIX 10. Helix test documentation form APPENDIX 10. Helix test documentation form Use this page to create a logbook tracing the effectiveness of the sterilization cycle during the whole lifespan of your sterilizer. Date Date Date...
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YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO YES NO...
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Authorized Authorized W&H service Authorized Authorized W&H service W&H service W&H service partners partners partners partners Find your nearest W&H service partner at http://wh.com Simply go to the menu option »Service« for full details. Alternatively please contact: W&H UK LIMITED W&H UK LIMITED, 6 Stroud Wood Business Centre, Park Street, St.Albans, Herts AL2 2NJ W&H UK LIMITED W&H UK LIMITED...
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Manufacturer Manufacturer Manufacturer Manufacturer Iso 13485, 93/42 EEC – Annex II W&H W&H Sterilization S.r.l. W&H W&H LINA MB 201 11 ENG Rev. 3.1 Italy, I-24060 Brusaporto (Bg), via Bolgara, 2 Subject to alterations t +39/035/66 63 000 f +39/035/50 96 988 wh.com wh.com wh.com...
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