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Tuttnauer LABSCI 15LV Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Operation and Maintenance
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Electronic Laboratory Autoclaves
Models LABSCI 15LV
ELV-D: standard autoclave
C: optional system for fast cooling
PV: optional vacuum pump
BH: optional bio hazard filtration
WR: water recycling system
F: optional fan for super-fast cooling
Cat. No. MAN205-0448007EN Rev. L
Heidolph North America,
1235 N Mittel Blvd. Suite B Wood Dale IL 60191
 Tel: 224-265-9600  Fax: 224-265-9611
service@heidolph.com

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  • Page 1 1.1.1 Operation and Maintenance Manual Electronic Laboratory Autoclaves Models LABSCI 15LV ELV-D: standard autoclave C: optional system for fast cooling PV: optional vacuum pump BH: optional bio hazard filtration WR: water recycling system F: optional fan for super-fast cooling Cat. No. MAN205-0448007EN Rev. L Heidolph North America, 1235 N Mittel Blvd.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Paragraph Page no. Generals ........................ 4 Introduction ....................4 Available optional configurations ............... 5 Incoming Inspection ..................6 Warranty ...................... 6 Warranty Statement ..................7 Accessories ....................7 Safety Instructions ....................8 Technical Data ....................10 Storage Conditions ..................10 Operating Conditions .................
  • Page 3 Program 3: Liquid A .................. 34 Program 4: Liquid B – Waste ..............35 Program 5: Liquid A – Cooling (C – cooling models only)....... 36 Program 6: Liquid B – Waste Cooling (C – cooling models only) .... 37 Program 7: Bio Hazard 1 (BH, bio-hazard models only) ......
  • Page 4 10.8 Stopping the process and cancelling the ERROR message ....... 82 10.9 Start Cycle by Clock mode ................. 83 10.10 Moving the Autoclave ................83 10.11 Loading and Unloading the Device ............83 Service and Maintenance ................... 85 11.1 Preventive Maintenance ................85 11.2 Checking the Safety Valve .................

  • Page 5: Generals

    1. Generals 1.1 Introduction A computerized control unit ensuring a fully automatic sterilization cycle controls the autoclave. The temperature and pressure are controlled through sensors placed inside and outside the media container or bottles. The sterilizer is fully automatic with a choice of 10 programs, eliminating any need for operator intervention during a cycle program 7 are for vacuum test only).

  • Page 6: Available Optional Configurations

    Only technical personnel having proper qualifications, holding technical documentation and adequate test instrumentation are authorized to undertake repair or service. 1.2 Available optional configurations Models of LABSCI 15LV are laboratory sterilizers designed especially for the sterilization of instruments, liquids, and other materials in hospital laboratories, laboratories &...

  • Page 7: Incoming Inspection

    All Tuttnauer products are carefully inspected prior to shipment and all reasonable precautions are taken in preparing them for shipment to assure safe arrival at their destination.

  • Page 8: Warranty Statement

    Troubleshooting, Service incidents, Warranty repair, Repair, Services and Return authorization  224-265-9600 Fax: 224-265-9611, e-mail: service@heidolph.com  Tuttnauer USA Co., Ltd., 25 Power Drive Hauppauge, NY 11788, USA : (800) 624 5836, (631) 737 4850, Fax: (631) 737 0720 e-mail: info@tuttnauerUSA.com. Note: If there is any difficulty with this instrument, and the solution is not covered in this manual, contact our representative or us first.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    2. 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.
  • Page 10 On closing the autoclave's door, make sure it is properly locked before activating. Before withdrawing baskets, wear heat resistant gloves. Before opening the door, verify that there is no pressure in the chamber (chamber pressure gauge is located on the autoclave's front panel or door, depends on model).

  • Page 11: Technical Data

    3.3 Directives and Standards EN ISO 13485:2012 (Quality Systems for Devices) 9001:2008 (Quality Systems) 93/42/EEC (Device Directive) Tuttnauer. Ltd. company also works in conjunction with and refers to: AAMI/ANSI-ST8 Hospital sterilizers Page 10...

  • Page 12: Environment Emission Information

    Peak sound level generated by the sterilizer is « 70 / dBA with a back sound level of 60 dBA. Total heat transmitted by the sterilizer is < 600 W/h 3.5 Electrical Data 230V (WR only) configuration Property Value: LABSCI 15LV Total Power 3*2000W Voltage 3Ph, 230VAC Amperage...

  • Page 13: Water Quality

    400V configuration Property Value: LABSCI 15LV Total Power 6000W (3*2000W) Voltage 3Ph, 400VAC Amperage Protection against electrical Class I (IEC 60601-1) shock Mains supply fluctuation +/- 10% Degree of protection by IP31 enclosure 3.6 Water Quality The distilled or mineral-free water supply shall be according to the table...
  • Page 14 Compliance with the above data should be tested in accordance with acknowledged analytical methods, by an authorized laboratory. Attention: The use of water for autoclaves that do not comply with the table above may have severe impact on the working life of the sterilizer and can invalidate the manufacturer’s guarantee.

  • Page 15: Specifications

    3.7 Specifications Model LABSCI 15LV Property Overall Height 1000mm dimensions Width 730mm (standard Length 540mm configuration) Overall Height 1080mm dimensions Width 730mm Length 7300mm configuration) Maximum Width 800mm dimensions Height 1500mm (door open) Net weight 113kg Weight per support area According to overall weight and floor loading (max.

  • Page 16: Utilities

    3.9 Utilities 3.9.1 Electrical utility Recommended Switch Power Circuit Breaker 208-220V (3 Ph + Earthing) 400V(3 Ph + Neutral + Earthing) 230V 1ph Frequency 50/60Hz 3.9.2 Other Utilities Compressed Air (C, 1/2", 3 Bar (44-58 psi) cooling models only) Tap water 1/2", 2-6 Bar (29-44 psi) Mineral free water 1/2", 2-3 Bar (29-44 psi)

  • Page 17: Stickers Description

    Ready” is door only) Displayed = 10 sec. Don’t Touch LAB048-0462 On the door frame Microswitches behind the door please Contact cover Tuttnauer Service Don’t Touch LAB048-0463 On the door frame Microswitches behind the door please Contact cover Tuttnauer Service...

  • Page 18: Front View: Standard Configuration

    3.11 Front View: Standard Configuration Description Front leg Display Rear leg Keyboard Left service door Printer cover Left service door grip Paper slot and paper cutter Left service door lock USB socket Door cover Main switch Pressure gauge Printer Page 17...

  • Page 19: Front View: What Is Special For Wr Configuration

    3.12 Front View: What is special for WR Configuration Description Glass tube indicator of the reservoir water level Inlet for manual water reservoir filling 3.13 Front View: What is Special for Fan Configuration There is a configuration equipped with a fan that allows to shorten the cooling operation.

  • Page 20: Rear View: Standard Configuration

    3.14 Rear View: Standard Configuration Description No. Description Drain outlet Safety Valve Mineral free water inlet Circuit breaker Compressed air inlet Ground connector Cavitation port City (tap) water inlet for cooling coil Power supply electrical Air pressure gauge cord Cut-off Air pressure regulator Fan grill Page 19...

  • Page 21: Rear View: What Is Special For Wr Configuration

    3.15 Rear View: What is special for WR Configuration Description 1 Water reservoir drain outlet 2 Water reservoir overflow 3 Wheel Page 20...
  • Page 22 3.16 Overall Dimensions: 3870ELVC-F-D, mm Page 21...

  • Page 23: Overall Dimensions: 3870Elv-Prc-D, Mm

    3.17 Overall Dimensions: 3870ELV-PRC-D, mm Page 22...

  • Page 24: Overall Dimensions: 3870Elvc-F-D, Mm

    3.18 Overall Dimensions: 3870ELVC- WR-D Configuration, Page 23...

  • Page 25: Safety Features

    3.19 Safety Features This autoclave includes built-in safety features such as:  Error message display.  Electronic pressure and temperature measurement.  Safety relief valve to avoid build-up of excessive pressure.  Door switches enabling operation to be started only when the door is closed.

  • Page 26: Control Panel

    4. Control Panel Control Panel Drawing Description Pressure Gauge Display Keypad: Up Button Keypad: Start/Stop Button Keypad: Down Button Printer Page 25...

  • Page 27: Description And Functions Of The Front Panel Keyboard

    4.2 Description and Functions of the Front Panel Keyboard The front panel is composed of 3 sections: Display screen. Keypad. Printer 4.2.1 Display screen The display is a LCD panel used to display the current status of the autoclave while using Operational Messages and Error Messages. Program description: Program icon and name •...
  • Page 28 4.2.2 Keypad The keypad consists of three keys as described below: UP key This key has the following functions: • In the menu directories: This key enables the operator to browse through the cycles. • In the directories available: When the cursor is blinking on a number, the UP ▲ key increases its value.

  • Page 29: Displayed Error Messages / Symbols

    4.2.3 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. 4.3 Displayed Error Messages / Symbols The failures are divided into two categories .
  • Page 30 This message is displayed if Enter the Admin menu as the user presses Cycle by described in this manual to START/STOP key while the clock change the time or to cancel this "cycle by clock" mode is option. active. This message id displayed Atmospheri in order to set the Open the door for 5 minutes in...

  • Page 31: Sterilization Programs

    5. Sterilization Programs Sterilization Programs Temp. models models models only only only Icon Description 134°C Glass (273F) 121°C Plastic (250F) 121°C Liquid A (250F) Liquid B – 121°C Waste* (250F) Liquid A – 121°C √ Cooling* (250F) Liquid B 121°C √...
  • Page 32 Sterilization Programs Temp. models models models only only only Icon Description Bio Hazard √ Liquids* (250F) √ Vacuum test (PV only)* 80 °C Warm-Up* 176F) 80 °C Isothermal* 176F) 121C Air Mixture* (250F) 121C Glass Test* (250F) 121C Durham* (250F) *These programs are optional Page 31...

  • Page 33: Program 1: Glass

    During the process, the stages of the cycle will be displayed on the screen: The stages names are as follows: Start Pulse Low (PV models only) Pulse High (PV models only) Water Inlet Heating Sterilization Cooling (C models only) Exhaust Drying (PV model only) Ending 5.1 Program 1: Glass...

  • Page 34: Program 2: Plastic

    Operations sequence: • (PV, pre-vacuum models only) Pulse low/Pulse high: at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa. • Water Inlet: Water enters the chamber • Heating: The chamber and is heated by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached. •...

  • Page 35: Program 3: Liquid A

    • (PV, pre-vacuum models only) Pulse low/Pulse high: at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa. • Water Inlet: Water enters the chamber • Heating: The chamber is heated by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached. •...

  • Page 36: Program 4: Liquid B - Waste

    Operations Sequence • (PV, pre-vacuum models only) Pulse low/Pulse high: at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa. • Water Inlet: Water enters the chamber • Heating: The chamber is heated by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached. •...

  • Page 37: Program 5: Liquid A - Cooling (C - Cooling Models Only)

    Nominal parameters default settings • Sterilization temperature: 121C (250F) • Sterilization time: 30 minutes Operations Sequence • (PV, pre-vacuum models only) Pulse low/Pulse high: at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa. • Water Inlet: Water enters the chamber •...

  • Page 38: Program 6: Liquid B - Waste Cooling (C - Cooling Models Only)

    Cautions! Both PT100 temperature sensors must be inside the bottles. For proper sterilization, fill the bottles with approximately the same amount of liquid. Nominal parameters default settings • Sterilization temperature:121C (250F). • Sterilization time: 15 minutes. Operations sequence: • (PV, pre-vacuum models only) Pulse low/Pulse high: at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa.
  • Page 39 For liquids when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 121ºC (250F) for 30 minutes, such as liquid waste. Cautions! Both PT100 temperature sensors must be inside the bottles. For proper sterilization, fill the bottles with approximately the same amount of liquid. Nominal parameters default settings •...

  • Page 40: Program 7: Bio Hazard 1 (Bh, Bio-Hazard Models Only)

    5.7 Program 7: Bio Hazard 1 (BH, bio-hazard models only) All exhaust from the chamber before completion of the Sterilization stage is performed through the bio-hazard filter. For instruments, when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of 134C (273F) for 30 minutes. Drying stage is available for PV (pre-vacuum) models only.

  • Page 41: Program 8: Bio Hazard 2 (Bh, Bio-Hazard Models Only)

    remove such water, press Start and repeat the cycle. If the problem persists, call for service. • (PV, pre-vacuum models only) Drying: vacuum is built up and the air pump is working. • Ending: The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have been reached, and then releases the door.

  • Page 42: Program 9: Bio Hazard Liquids (Bh, Bio-Hazard Models Only)

    • Cooling: N/A • Fast Exhaust: the steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure. • Note: If the cycle fails, fast exhaust is performed through the bio- hazard filter. Some water may remain in the chamber after a failed cycle.

  • Page 43: Program 10: Vacuum Test (Pv, Pre-Vacuum Models Only)

    Operations sequence: • (PV, pre-vacuum models only) Pulse low/Pulse high: at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa. All exhaust from the chamber is performed through the bio-hazard filter. • Water Inlet: Water enters the chamber • Heating: The chamber is heated by actuation of electrical heaters until the sterilization temperature is reached.

  • Page 44: Program 11: Warm-Up

    Vacuum Test is a test program with the following parameters: Nominal parameters default settings • Vacuum pressure: 17.0 kPa • Vacuum time 1: 5 minutes • Vacuum time 2: 10 minutes Operations sequence: • Vacuum is produced in the chamber down to P1=17 kPa. At this stage all the valves close.

  • Page 45: Program 12: Isothermal

    Nominal parameters default settings • Warm-up temperature: 80C (176F). • Warm-up time: 20 minutes. Operations sequence: • Pulse low/Pulse high: N/A • Heating: Water enters the chamber and is heated by actuation of electrical heaters until the warm-up temperature) is reached. •...
  • Page 46 Put one PT100 inside the bottle, leave the second one hanging in the chamber outside the bottle (see below). Nominal parameters default settings • Heating temperature (default): 80C (176F). • Heating time: 20 minutes. Operations sequence: • Water Inlet: Water enters the chamber •...

  • Page 47: Program 13: Air Mixture

    5.13 Program 13: Air Mixture This program is intended for liquids in soft packages when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperature of 121ºC (250F) for 15 minutes. Sterilization is controlled in a way that the sterilization pressure remains approx. 30% above the theoretical pressure corresponding to the same temperature according to the steam table.

  • Page 48: Program 14: Glass Test

    • Fast Exhaust: The steam is exhausted out of the chamber at a fast rate until pressure decreases to ambient pressure. • Drying: N/A • Ending: The system checks that End temperature and End pressure have been reached, and then releases the door. 5.14 Program 14: Glass Test This cycle is intended to check the durability of the bottles for liquids when the manufacturer recommends autoclaving at temperatures of...

  • Page 49: Program 15: Durham

    • Sterilization: Sterilization temperature is maintained constant during the sterilization time. • Cooling: Forced cooling to the required end temperature, chamber pressure remains at approx. 300 kPa and the cooling valve is opened. During the interval of the cooling stage, between 121°C and 100°C the cooling rate is kept to approximately a decrease of 1 degree per minute.
  • Page 50 • Sterilization time: 15 minutes. Operations sequence: • (PV, pre-vacuum models only) Pulse low/Pulse high: at one pulse it will build vacuum down to 25 kPa. • Heating: Steam enters the chamber and heats it up until the sterilization temperature is reached. •...

  • Page 51: Checking And Changing Parameters And Other Data

    6. Checking and Changing Parameters and Other Data Bacsoft control panel allows changing parameters of the cycle and of the system, exporting various data to, and importing from, a USB device or to the printer, and some other options. Cycle parameters are changeable for Custom programs only (see Duplicate cycles), with the exception of the Temperature sensors, Displayed inputs, and Dry Time.

  • Page 52: Changing A Parameter

    Note: To exit every screen and to return to the previous screen (to get one level up): • move the cursor to Exit by pressing the UP or DOWN keys and then press the Start/Stop key. - or- • press the UP and DOWN keys simultaneously. In the next chapter you will see how to change the required parameter as desired.
  • Page 53 Note: Please note the maximum and minimum values for this parameter shown on the screen. Your value must be within these boundaries. Below is the example of changing the Dry time parameter on the screen used in the previous section: Page 52...

  • Page 54: Quick Options Screen

    Note: To exit every screen and to return to the previous screen: • move the cursor to Exit by pressing the UP or DOWN keys and then press the Start/Stop key - or- • press the UP and DOWN keys simultaneously 6.3 Quick options screen When the autoclave is on and no cycle is running, press Up and Down keys simultaneously to enter the Quick options screen.
  • Page 55 Below you can find instructions how to login and enter the Main menu. Section 7.1 above explains how to browse through the menus; section 7.2 explains how to change a parameter. Below is the explanation of some Quick Options. 6.3.1 Version Information This directory allows viewing information of the current, factory default, and previous software versions.
  • Page 56 6.3.2 Start cycle by clock This subdirectory enables the operator to start the cycle at the time set by this paramter. Enter the Start cycle by clock screen. The following screen will appear: On the Start cycle by clock screen, the time is displayed in the form “HH:MM”.
  • Page 57 Exit the Enabling the Start Cycle by Clock. The start cycle by clock icon appears on the display: Disabling the START CYCLE BY CLOCK On the Start Cycle by Clock screen, move the cursor to Disabled. Press Up or Down key to disable Starting cycle by clock. Exit the Enabling the Start Cycle by Clock.

  • Page 58: Logging In And Entering The Main Menu

    Caution! After setting time and date, turn the autoclave off and then on again. 6.4 Logging in and entering the Main menu Below you can find instructions how to login and enter the Main menu. Section 7.1 above explains how to browse through the menus, section 7.2 explains how to change a parameter.
  • Page 59 Choose User, then press the Start/Stop key to enter. The following screen will appear: 0000 is displayed on the screen with the cursor flashing on the right digit. • Set the code to 0001. You will get to the Main menu. Page 58...

  • Page 60: Changing Parameters

    Below is the list and the explanation of some options available to user on the Main Menu. 6.5 Changing parameters Bacsoft control panel provides an interface that consists of control screens available through an easy scrollable menu tree. To learn how to scroll through the menus, change the parameters, and perform some other functions using our three-button keypad, see 7.1 and 7.2.

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    6.6.1 Screen Saver In this menu you can define the screensaver delay time, i. e. how long the keyboard will be untouched before the screensaver activates. Browse to the following folder: System parameters\Screen Saver Change the parameter as desired. 6.7 Maintenance Maintenance procedures provided by Bacsoft software allow you additional tests and USB input/output options.
  • Page 62 6.7.1 Reset atmospheric pressure In this menu you can reset the atmospheric pressure value. To do so: Browse to the following folder: Maintenance\Reset atmospheric pressure The following screen will appear: Leave the door open for 2 minutes at least. Ambient temperature should be less than 45°C.

  • Page 63: Cycle Parameters

    See the printout shown in the Printer handling chapter of this manual. 6.8 Cycle parameters The Cycle parameters menu includes parameters of a specific sterilization program (cycle). Browse to the following folder: Main menu\Cycle parameters You will see the following screen listing the cycle parameters: Note: For all the standard sterilization cycles, and for Bowie and Dick test, the only changeable cycle parameter is dry time (you will not see other parameters on your screen).
  • Page 64 Cycle parameters\Drying\Dry Time Change the parameter as desired. Drying stage is divided into two stages. For each stage you can set the total time, on time and off time. So during the Dry First Stage, the heating elements are on for the time set in Dry Heat On 1, then they go off for the time set in Dry Heat Off 1, and then this sequence is repeated during the entire Dry First Stage Time.

  • Page 65: Screens

    7. Screens 7.1 Screens following a complete successfully cycle – "Cycle Ended" 1. System Ready 2. Pulse Low (ELPV 3. Pulse High (1/1) model only) (ELPV model only) 4. Heating 5. Sterilization 6. Exhaust 7. Drying (ELPV 8. Ending 9. Cycle Ended model only) 7.2 Screens following aborted cycles after complete sterilization stage...

  • Page 66: Screens Following A Fail Cycle

    7.2.2 Pressure Time Error Failure occurrence after complete sterilization stage The cycle ended successfully, the reason of failure is displayed. 7.3 Screens following a fail cycle: In this case, the display becomes yellow, a warning sign and the reason of failure will be displayed. For example, the next two scenarios: 7.3.1 Failure according to Pressure Time Error 7.3.2 Failure according to Cancellation by user before complete...
  • Page 67 An example for all displayed warnings according to Cycle Failed: Cycle Failed message Reason of failure The screen color changed Warning symbol from white to yellow Page 66...

  • Page 68: Printer

    8. Printer 8.1 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: •...
  • Page 69 The time, temperature and pressure during E 00:22:08 134.5 311.9 exhaust CLK 2: 12:12:10:00 CLK 1: 12:12:10:00 The time, temperature and pressure during S 00:22:07 134.5 311.6 sterilization The time, temperature and pressure during S 00:22:06 134.5 311.6 sterilization The time, temperature and pressure during S 00:21:06 134.6 311.0...
  • Page 70 TIME °C Ster Time: 4.0min Sterilization time for selected program Sterilization temperature in chamber for selected Ster Temp: 134.0°C program Unwrapped Cycle: Cycle name instru Cycle Num: 000001 Cycle number Software version A.B.CC.DD = 7.0.00.00 A: Door Type: Single motor = 7 B: Vacuum Type = 0 Version: 7.0.00.00...

  • Page 71: Printer Handling

    8.2 Printer Handling 8.2.1 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. 8.2.2 Setting paper PLUS II Front view 1-Paper mouth 2-STATUS Led 3-OPEN key (for paper roll compartment opening) 4-FEED key...
  • Page 72 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.
  • Page 73 Close the printer's cover door (1) by pulling it down, with the tip end of the paper emerging from the slot (2) (see Fig. 2). 8.2.3 Treating the thermal papers: • Store the papers in a dry, cool and dark place. •...

  • Page 74: Preparation Before Sterilization

    9. 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.

  • Page 75: Liquids

    Disassemble or sufficiently loosen multiple-part instruments prior to packaging to permit the sterilizing agent to come into contact with all parts of the instrument. 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.
  • Page 76 Page 75...

  • Page 77: Operating Instructions

    10. Operating Instructions 10.1 Draining and filling the water reservoir (WR only). 10.1.1 Draining Caution! Before starting, Make sure that the electric cord is disconnected and there is no pressure in the autoclave. Allow the autoclave to cool for about an hour before removing outer covers.

  • Page 78: Turning On The Autoclave

    Cautions! Use only water having the characteristics as per table in sec 4. Tap water may clog the system. A clogged system causes increase of pressure, which prevents temperature from rising. Under no circumstance should water be filled above the cooling coil.

  • Page 79: Opening The Door

    The door is equipped with an electrical cylinder. This electrical cylinder performs the automatic opening and closing of the door. 10.3 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:...

  • Page 80: Loading

    If the door has opened successfully, the following screen will be displayed: 10.4 Loading • Load the autoclave properly according to instructions in sec. 9. PREPARATION BEFORE STERILIZATION. • Select the program. ▪ UP key: next program. ▪ DOWN key: previous program. •...
  • Page 81 Close the door: Warning! In order to close and lock the door push the door to the wall of the autoclave chamber (for about 10 seconds) until the "System Ready" message appears as shown below! While the door is locking the following screen will be displayed: When the door is properly locked, open door symbol will be replaced by the "System Ready"...

  • Page 82: Starting The Cycle

    10.6 Starting the cycle For the first cycle, fill the mineral -free water reservoir. If "Supplied Distilled Water Error" message appears between the cycles, add water to the reservoir until the message disappears. Do not fill the reservoir completely! Start the cycle by pressing the START/STOP key. If your autoclave supports CFR 21 part 11 standard, perform the following procedure: SELECT USER screen will be displayed: Enter the Enter Code screen by moving the cursor to your username...

  • Page 83: Unloading

    0000 is displayed on the screen with the cursor blinking on the right digit. To increase or decrease the digits, press the UP or DOWN keys. Set your password, then move the cursor to Set by pressing the START/STOP key. When Set is blinking, press the UP or DOWN keys to return to the program screen.

  • Page 84: Start Cycle By Clock Mode

    • At the end of the aborted process (before completing the sterilization stage), "Cycle Failed" message, error message and a warning symbol are displayed on the screen. Refer to "Displayed Error Messages/Symbols". • Pressing the START/STOP key cancels the displayed message and enables opening the door.
  • Page 85 For proper sterilization - Do not overload the chamber. Only autoclavable products shall be used; please refer to the manufacturer instructions for sterilization of unknown materials or instruments. 10.11.2Loading Correct loading of the autoclave is essential to successful sterilizing for several reasons.

  • Page 86: Service And Maintenance

    11. Service and Maintenance 11.1 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.

  • Page 87: Checking The Safety Valve

    Clean outer parts of the autoclave with a soft cloth. 11.1.3 Periodically by Qualified Technician For the BH – bio-hazard models, every 1 month, or if the cycle fails because of "low-heat", sterilize and clean the bio-hazard filter. For the BH – bio-hazard models, every 100 cycles replace the bio- hazard filter.
  • Page 88 Pressure-Regulating Nut Rear Wall 11.2.2 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.
  • Page 89 Safety valve ring Page 88...

  • Page 90: Troubleshooting

    12. 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.
  • Page 91 Message / Symbol / Failure Description Corrective Action Problem air removal stage a vacuum Call the level of 15kPa is not reached technician. during 20minutes after the The bio-hazard cycle is started filter may be clogged. Since the door cannot be opened until a complete successful cycle is completed –...
  • Page 92 Message / Symbol / Failure Description Corrective Action Problem 205 kPa) for 2 seconds during the sterilization stage. This message is displayed if the pressure in chamber does Check and fix the Pressure not reach the preset pressure compressed air supply. (Cooling) before initiating the cooling stage.
  • Page 93 Message / Symbol / Failure Description Corrective Action Problem Cycle This message and symbol are Failed displayed if an error occurs Perform a new cycle. before sterilization cycle is completed. This message is displayed at Wait until the autoclave the end of the cycle If the reaches the atmospheric Air Error autoclave does not reach the...
  • Page 94 Message / Symbol / Failure Description Corrective Action Problem (digitat input option) check and fix the mineral free water This message is displayed if supply. the electrode in the chamber No Water 2.check and clean the did not sense water within the water inlet filter.

  • Page 95: Baskets And Containers

    13. Baskets and Containers Container for waste products High Basket Low Basket Stainless steel container for Type Stainless steel wire baskets waste products, with vent holes Capacit Capacit Model Dia. x Height (mm) Dia. x Height (mm) 357 x 220 366 x 330 3840 357 x 330...

  • Page 96: Spare Parts List

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