Sable MULTIflex Operating Instructions

SABLE /KAVO, MULTIFLEX / MULTIFLEX LUX MULTIFLEX LED TYPE,
QUICK CONNECT COUPLER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL
4-Hole 360 º / KaVo MULTIflex type Coupler (Part # 2000104)
6-Hole 360 º / KaVo MULTIflex LUX type Coupler (Part # 2000106)
6-Hole 360 º / KaVo MULTIflex LED type Coupler (Part # 2000109)
6-Hole 360 º / KaVo MULTIflex LUX type Coupler (Part # 2000116)
4-Hole 360 º / KaVo MULTIflex type Coupler (Part # 2000114)
6-Hole 360 º / KaVo MULTIflex LED type Coupler (Part # 2000119)
Dear Preferred Customer,
SABLE INDUSTRIES INC. is confident that you will benefit greatly from working with your new quality
product, whether you have selected the Sable type, 4 hole, 6 hole LUX or 6 hole LED type Coupler. Please read
entire manual to ensure safe operation of either coupler also guaranteeing maximum performance from your Sable
coupler.
INDICATION FOR USE: Sable Industries Inc. Couplers are indicated as an attachment to a Highspeed
Handpiece for dental restoration.
SAFTEY PRECAUTIONS:
Please read this manual in its entirety before using this product.
The device must be used by a competent person in accordance with the current legal provisions concerning
industrial safety, health and accident prevention regulations, and these working instructions.
The device is intended for medical treatment only; any use other than that for which this product is intended is not
allowed and may prove to be dangerous. The medical device meets all the current North American / European
legal requirements. It is recommended that the coupler be cleaned before it is used for the first time. See the
maintenance instructions per this manual.
1. Always inspect coupler before use.
2. Ensure that the coupler attaches securely to the handpiece per setup instructions in this manual.
3. Ensure that the coupler attaches securely to the tubing per setup instructions in this manual.
4. Ensure that coupler is properly cleaned, lubricated & maintained as indicated in the maintenance instructions
section per this manual.
5. Store Coupler in a clean & sterile environment at all times when not in use.
Always use proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when using or cleaning your Sable Industries products.
SET-UP INSTRUCTION:
Connecting to Tubing:
1. A supply of clean, dry compressed air must be provided.
2. Align all pins on the coupler correctly to match the female receiver of the tubing. It should slide into place easily.
3. Turn collar nut on the tubing on to the thread of the Coupler and tighten firmly with enclosed key.
4. The coupler can remain permanently screwed to the hose but is not necessary.
5. For LED type coupler, ensure voltage does not exceed 3.1VDC
HP Connection to Coupler:
1. All KaVo MULTIflex type handpieces may be connected.
2. Press the handpiece exactly onto the coupler and push until it clicks audibly or stays in place.
3. Test run before use
4. Due to incorrect coupling the longevity of the bulb can be reduced.
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
Replacing the Bulb:
1. Remove coupler from the handpiece.
2. Unscrew the bulb cap by turning it anti-clockwise.
3. Pull the bulb out of the coupling. Insert carefully new bulb aligning the bulb contacts with the coupler contact lugs.
4. Re-attach the bulb cap. If new bulb fails to light up when required, recheck or replace new bulb and test, if still
failed, return to distributor.
Replacing HP LED Bulb
1. Follow steps 1 through 3 in "Replacing The Bulb" section (see above).
2. When replacing the LED be aware that it is Po larized (+/-). Before assembling the coupler with LED in place,
hook coupler up to F/O tubing and engage the light control. If LED does not illuminate, then remove the LED
and rotate LED 180 degrees and reinsert. Retest as previously instructed.
Replacing the O-rings:
If the coupler should leak, the O-rings must be replaced.
1. Press the defective O-rings to one side between two fingers until loops are formed, then slide the O-rings off the
front of the coupler and remove them.
2. Roll new o-rings over the top of the coupler until the new O-rings are in the correct recesses from which old o-
rings were removed.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS:
Cleaning exterior:
Sable type and KaVo MULTIflex type couplers can be cleaned externally with an alcohol solution (See cleaning
solution recommendations below) using a cotton swab or medical type wipe.
Disinfection:
Sable type and KaVo MULTIflex type couplers can be disinfected externally with chemical disinfectants, whether
it is wipe or spray type (See cleaning solution recommendations below). It is recommended to use one of the
following cleaning agents:
• Phenolic Alcohol
• Alcohols based on the agents containing Acetone or Chlorine
• Up to 3% Glutaraldehyde
Sable Type Multiflex type Couplers must not be sterilized.
ACCESSORIES:
Mounting Key 2001219
Rear Gasket 2001224
Replacement Bulb (pkg/1) 1000801
Replacement Bulb (pkg/3) 1000802
Replacement LED (pkg/1) 1000850
Replacement LED (pkg/3) 1000851
Coupler O-Ring Set (pkg/5) 2001231
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
The Sable/ KaVo MULTIflex type couplers are warranted to be free of manufacturing defects for a period of
twelve month* from date of purchase.
( * ) Warranty is conditional on proper use and maintenance of coupler. Warranty is limited to repair or
replacement at manufacture's discretion. Under no circumstances will the manufacture be held responsible for
incremental or consequential damages that occur. Please contact your authorized distributor for any warranty
repairs or technical support. Note: Couplers should be repaired at an authorized Repair service; not doing so could
nullify your warranty and comprise coupler performance. See your dealer for further information.
Sable Industries Inc.
100 Campbell Ave. Suite 5
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
N2H 4X8
File no: PPIS1017-Rev-F Couplers.doc
Date: 20-09-2014
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