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Original Instructions Schick GmbH Edition 2021/10...
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Thank you for purchasing a high-quality technical device from SCHICK. We hope you will enjoy working with your new dental handpiece and wish you the best of success. We have prepared this operating manual in order to acquaint you with your new device and pro- vide the necessary information for operation and maintenance.
About this operating manual 1 Contents About this operating manual ..................6 General notes ....................... 6 Related documentation ....................6 Signs and symbols used ....................6 Structure of warnings ....................7 Technical terms and abbreviations used ............... 8 General safety regulations ..................8 Principles ........................
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1 About this operating manual Technical Description....................13 Overview ........................13 Function description ....................13 Interfaces ........................13 Characteristics of the tools ..................14 Type label ........................14 Transport and storage ....................14 Transport ........................14 Installation site requirements ............. 14 Storage ........................
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About this operating manual 1 Tool change on handpiece ..................21 Troubleshooting ....................... 22 10.1 How to proceed in case of malfunctions and errors ............. 22 10.2 Fault and error messages ................... 22 Care and control tasks for operators ..............24 11.1 General information ....................
1.2 Related documentation The latest version of this manual as well as up-to-date product information is always avail- www.schick-dental.de able under 1.3 Signs and symbols used The following signs and symbols are used in this manual: ...
About this operating manual 1 1.4 Structure of warnings Warning levels Signal word Use in case of ... Possible conse- quences if the safety advice is not ob- served: DANGER Personal injury Death or severe injuries! (imminent danger) WARNING Personal injury Death or severe injuries! (potentially hazardous situation)
2 General safety regulations 1.5 Technical terms and abbreviations used Abbreviation Explanation Motor handpiece Knee control Foot control Table control Tab. 1.2 used abbreviations General safety regulations 2.1 Principles Use only with the maximum speeds specified by the manufacturer. Use only tools that are intended by the manufacturer / dealer for the application and performance data of Q3.
General safety regulations 2 - No inflammable and combustible materials - Any use other than intended by the manufacturer is a misuse - do not clean the handpiece with compressed air 2.4 Selection and qualification of the personnel Qualifications of personnel: Trainees and interns must be instructed by an experienced op- erator 2.5 Workstations for operating personnel Workplace in the dental laboratory / practice laboratory / dental practice, industry and...
2 General safety regulations 2.7 Safety signs Reference to rating plate on the control unit. Explanation Thoroughly read the operating manual before commissioning. 2.8 Safety measures Do not wear long hair open Always use suction Personal protective equipment Protective goggles Extraction at the workplace 2.9 Safety regulations General information...
General safety regulations 2 During operation Operate only with a sufficiently dimensioned extraction system and while wearing proper protective clothing. In left-hand rotation, the collet chuck may become loose when used with a standard handpiece! Care and control work - in accordance with the operating manual - trainees and interns must be instructed by an experienced operator Maintenance and repair work Only by the manufacturer...
3 Scope of delivery Scope of delivery Knee version Item No. Foot version Item Q3 Premium SK 10785 Q3 Premium SF 10788 Q3 Profi SK 10775 Q3 Profi SF 10778 Q3 Basic SK 10765 Q3 Basic SF 10768 Handpiece with cable 10720, Handpiece with cable 10720,...
Technical Description 4 Technical Description 4.1 Overview The Q3 system is a modern workstation system designed for universal use in the dental laboratory for processing crowns, bridges as well as plastic and model casting work. Q3 is available in three different control variants: knee control (SK), foot control (SF) and table control (ST).
If external damage to the packaging is visible upon delivery of the goods, this must be im- mediately communicated to the carrier and confirmed in writing. The damage must then be immediately reported to Schick GmbH. Installation site requirements Very cold appliances must be brought to room temperature before commissioning. Dan- ger of condensation.
Installation and commissioning 6 5.2 Storage Storage site requirements In the original packaging, only indoors, protected from moisture Installation and commissioning 6.1 Installation Required tools For knee/desktop variant: Phillips head screwdriver, possibly a drill / cordless screwdriver for fastening the hanging rack. Safety precautions before installation Unplug the power cord before working on the electrical equipment.
6 Installation and commissioning The mounting bracket is provided with spacers, which serve as a stop for correct positioning of the knee control unit. To do so, position the mounting bracket on the worktable as shown in the fig- ure and fasten with the screws provided.
Installation and commissioning 6 6.2 Commissioning Establish power supply 100 - 240 volts Handpiece Signal cable for suction Foot pedal (optional) (optional) Control satellite (optional) Connect the motor handpiece to the "Handpiece" socket. Optional: Connect the operating unit to the control unit with the cable. ...
7 Control satellite (optional, not included in delivery) Control satellite (optional, not included in deliv- ery) The control satellites known from the QUBE and QUBE II can be connected to the control unit of the Q3. The preset and current speeds on the work table can be set via the control satellite, as well as cruise control and direction of rotation.
Functions and operation 9 Functions and operation 9.1 Control units Q3 on / off Switching on / off takes place via the main switch on the front of the control unit. Readi- ness indication via display or LED on the main switch. The Q3 control device (knee, foot or table version) may only be switched off using the main switch when the handpiece is stopped.
9 Functions and operation The inverted display indicates the handpiece is running! With dynamic control of knee or table-top units with dyn. After starting the handpiece, the previously set maximum speed is displayed in the display line "LIM." (Abbreviation LIMIT). 9.3 Operating the handpiece and controller Version knee device: Variable speed control via the knee plate up to the maximum speed set via the rotary...
Functions and operation 9 Activating speed control: Press the key once. The symbol appears on the display or the LED lights up next to the symbol on the foot unit The activation of the cruise control is acknowledged by a vibration signal on the handpiece.
This means there are no waiting times for re- starting. If a fault can not be solved with the above procedure, please contact an authorized service partner or Schick directly. 10.2 Fault and error messages The Q3 control units have intelligent control electronics that recognize possible malfunc- tions and can show them as an error code on the display or via the ready LED.
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Motor blocked for more than 2 Reduce contact pressure. ning seconds while running. Main board defective Electrical fault on motherboard. Contact Schick Service. DC link voltage (48V), 18V or Supply voltage fault Contact Schick Service. 3V3 outside Border area. Control unit overloaded Temperatures on the mother- Let the control unit cool down.
11 Care and control tasks for operators 11 Care and control tasks for operators 11.1 General information The Q3 motor handpieces are designed for maximum durability, but the collet should be removed and cleaned from time to time and the dirt under the tip of the handpiece should be removed with a brush.
Care and control tasks for operators 11 and jerk the collet chuck out, if necessary by knocking on the collet wrench, anti- clockwise 4. Remove the collet chuck from the shaft Removal and cleaning of the collet on the Q Profi handpiece 1.
11 Care and control tasks for operators pull out the collet chuck with a sudden movement or by knocking on the collet key, if necessary. 3. Remove the collet chuck from the shaft After thorough cleaning of the collet chuck, it should be lightly greased on the outside with special grease (Art.
Fax: +49 7356 950095 E-mail: info@schick-dental.de Internet: www.schick-dental.de In the event of service, please send your device directly to Schick GmbH at the above ad- dress and fill out our repair form (on the overleaf as a copy template or at www.schick- dental.de/service-reparatur/reparatur-und-abholservice).
At this point we would also like to point out that a corresponding one for such technically high- quality devices Repair service and specially trained specialists is required. SCHICK guarantees you perfect repairs with original spare parts. With us each In-house repairs will be yours again granted a guarantee period of 6 months.
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