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MELAG Vacuklav 24 B+ Operating Manual

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Operating Manual
Vacuklav
Vacuklav
Steam sterilizer
from software version 5.20
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Dear customer,
We thank you for your confidence demonstrated by the purchase of this MELAG product. As an owner-run and operated
family concern founded in 1951, we have a long history of successful specialization in hygiene products for practice-
based use. Our focus on innovation, quality and the highest standards of operational reliability has established MELAG
as the world's leading manufacturer in the instrument reprocessing and hygiene field.
You, our customer are justified in your demand for the best products, quality and reliability. Providing
hygiene"
and
"Quality – made in
agement system is subject to close monitoring: one instrument to this end is our annual multi-day audit conducted in ac-
cordance with EN ISO 13485. This guarantees that all MELAG products are manufactured and tested in accordance with
strict quality criteria.
The MELAG management and team.
®
24 B+
®
30 B+
Germany", we guarantee that these demands will be met. Our certified quality man-
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  • Page 1 5.20 Dear customer, We thank you for your confidence demonstrated by the purchase of this MELAG product. As an owner-run and operated family concern founded in 1951, we have a long history of successful specialization in hygiene products for practice- based use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents 1 General notes .................................. 5 Symbols used.................................. 5 Disposal .................................... 5 2 Safety..................................... 6 3 Performance specifications .............................. 8 Intended use .................................. 8 Performance characteristics of sterilization programs ...................... 8 4 Description of the device.............................. 9 Views of the device ................................ 9 Symbols on the device ............................... 10 Operating panel.................................. 12 Load mounts .................................. 12 5 Installation requirements.............................. 13...
  • Page 4 Contents 10 Maintenance.................................. 29 Servicing intervals ................................ 29 Cleaning ..................................... 29 Maintenance.................................. 30 11 Operating pauses ................................ 31 Transport.................................... 31 12 Malfunctions .................................. 33 13 Technical data .................................. 34...

  • Page 5: General Notes

    Draws your attention to important information. Disposal MELAG devices are synonymous with high quality and a long life-span. When you eventually need to de- commission your MELAG device, the required disposal of the device can take place with MELAG in Berlin.

  • Page 6: Safety

    Check the device after unpacking for any damage suffered during transport. The device should only be setup, installed and commissioned by MELAG authorized persons. The connections for electrical provision and water supply and discharge must be setup by trained per- sonnel.
  • Page 7 (MELAG) and the relevant authority of the member state, in which the user and/or patient resides.

  • Page 8: Performance Specifications

    3 Performance specifications 3 Performance specifications Intended use This steam sterilizer is designed for application in a medical context, e.g. general practitioners and dental practices. According to EN 13060, this steam sterilizer is considered as a steam sterilizer with type B cy- cles.

  • Page 9: Description Of The Device

    4 Description of the device 4 Description of the device Views of the device Front Operating and display panel Door, swings open to the left Slide locking grip Power switch Front device foot (adjustable) Rear panel Cooling water inflow (3/4” external thread) Safety combination in accordance with EN 1717...

  • Page 10: Symbols On The Device

    4 Description of the device View of the interior Sterilization chamber Door locking pin Chamber seal face Cap for emergency activation of the vacuum pump 2x Device fuse Motor protection switch reset button Serial data and printer connection (RS232) Door seal Round blank Symbols on the device Manufacturer of the medical device...
  • Page 11 4 Description of the device The operating manual includes important safety information. Failure to comply with these instructions can result in injury and material damage. Please read this operating manual carefully before commissioning the device. In affixing this CE mark, the manufacturer declares that this medical product fulfils the basic requirements of the Medical Device Directive.

  • Page 12: Operating Panel

    4 Description of the device Operating panel The operating panel consists of a two-row alphanumerical LC display and four membrane keys. 14:27:12 0,02bar 25 °C 2-row LC display for displaying the program status and parameters Time (h:min:s) Chamber pressure (bar) and (steam) temperature (°C) Function keys '-' and '+' for the selection, setting and display of special functions: print, date/time, preheating, total batches, conductivity, acknowledge error, key '+' for unlocking the door...

  • Page 13: Installation Requirements

    The steam sterilizer should only be setup, installed and commissioned by persons authorized by MELAG. The steam sterilizer is not suitable for operation in explosive atmospheres. The steam sterilizer is conceived for use outside the patient area. The device should be located a minimum of 1.5 m radius away from the treatment area.

  • Page 14: Space Requirements

    5 Installation requirements Space requirements Fig. 1: View from the front, the right and above Dimensions Vacuklav 24 B+ Vacuklav 30 B+ Width 42.5 cm Height 49.5 cm Depth, total* 70.5 cm 66 cm Clearance between the device feet 43.5 cm 32 cm Clearance from rear device foot up to the rear panel 10 cm...
  • Page 15 5 Installation requirements Additional space requirement for the feed water supply Additional space is required for a storage container or a water treatment unit. It is also necessary to guarantee free access to the hoses and cables leading from the steam sterilizer to the water treatment unit.

  • Page 16: Installation

    Record of installation and setup The record of installation and setup is to be completed by the responsible stockist and a copy sent to MELAG as proof of the correct setup, installation and initial commissioning. This is a constituent part of any guarantee claim.

  • Page 17: Water Connection

    Water stop For insurance reasons, MELAG recommends the installation of a water stop with a cut-off valve (e.g. from MELAG), as the MELAdem 40 / MELAdem 47 are under constant water pressure from the domestic water supply. PLEASE NOTE The outlet hose must be fitted at a constant decline without kinks or sagging.

  • Page 18: Sterilization

    7 Sterilization 7 Sterilization Switching on the steam sterilizer ü The steam sterilizer is connected to the electricity supply. ü The door is closed. The steam sterilizer is switched on at the power switch. Ê The display switches between the initial state and the message Unlock door with '+' key, as long as the door is closed.

  • Page 19: Frequency Of Sterilization

    Tray Sterilization container Sterilization container Use perforated trays such as those from MELAG. Only in this way can condensate drain off. Non-perforated bases or half-shells for holding the sterilization material lead to poor drying results. The use of paper tray inserts can result in poor drying results.
  • Page 20 Ensure that the perforations are not covered when stacking the containers. Tip: MELAG sterilization containers fulfil the requirements of EN 868-8 for successful sterilization and dry- ing. They have a perforated lid and base and are fitted with disposable paper filters.

  • Page 21: Selecting The Program

    7 Sterilization Mixed loads Observe the following when sterilizing mixed loads: Always place textiles at the top. Place the sterilization containers at the bottom. Place unwrapped instruments at the bottom. Place the heaviest loads at the bottom. Place transparent sterilization packaging and paper bags at the top - except in combination with textiles.

  • Page 22: Additional Program Options

    PLEASE NOTE The steam sterilizer must remain continually activated for the automatic preheating. MELAG recommends activating the automatic preheating function. To alter this setting proceed as follows: Select Function menu by pressing the '+' and '-' keys simultaneously until the display shows Function: Last batch number.

  • Page 23: Starting The Program

    NOTICE Unsupervised operation of electrical devices, including this steam sterilizer at the operator’s risk. MELAG accepts no liability what so ever for any damage resulting from unsupervised operation. After having selected a program via the program selection key 'P', the display will show both the selected program and sterilization temperature as well as whether the program is suitable for wrapped or un- wrapped loads.
  • Page 24 7 Sterilization Proceed as follows to abort the program before drying: Press the 'S' key. Confirm the following security query Stop program? by pressing the 'S' key repeatedly. PLEASE NOTE The security query will be displayed for approx. 5 s. If the 'S' key is not pressed again, the program will continue with the usual program run.

  • Page 25: Removing The Sterile Material

    7 Sterilization Removing the sterile material CAUTION Danger of burns from hot metal surfaces Allow the device to cool sufficiently before opening. Do not touch any hot metal parts. CAUTION Unsterile instruments resulting from damaged or burst packaging. This endangers the health of your patients and practice team.

  • Page 26: Logging

    8 Logging 8 Logging Batch documentation The batch documentation serves as proof of the successful conclusion of the program and represents an obligatory part of quality assurance. The device internal log memory saves such data as the program type, batch and process parameters of all the programs completed. To obtain the batch documentation, you can output the internal log memory and transfer its data to various output media.

  • Page 27: Setting The Date And Time

    8 Logging Push the metal frame (pos. d) downwards slightly until it snaps into place and can no longer fold back independently. Connect the steam sterilizer to the RS232 interface (pos. c) to the computer with a fitting data connection cable. PLEASE NOTE If the computer is constantly connected to the steam sterilizer, you can insert the serial cable in the cable guide (pos.

  • Page 28: Function Tests

    9 Function tests 9 Function tests Batch-related tests Test body system MELAcontrol helix and MELAcontrol Pro The test body system MELAcontrol Helix is an indicator and batch control system fulfilling the requirements of EN 867-5. It consists of a test body and an indicator strip. When sterilizing category “critical B”...

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Do not use any hard objects for cleaning such as a metal saucepan cleaner or a steel brush. Sterilization chamber, chamber sealing face, mount, trays To maintain the value of your device and to avoid persistent contamination and deposits, MELAG recom- mends weekly cleaning of the surfaces (e.g. with the MELAG chamber cleaning set).

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    10 Maintenance Housing parts Where necessary, clean the housing parts with a neutral fluid cleaner or spirit. External water storage container Should you use the external water storage container for the feed water supply, perform regular checks and cleaning as follows: Interval Upon every refill Check the storage container for soiling.

  • Page 31: Operating Pauses

    11 Operating pauses 11 Operating pauses Depending on the duration of the operating pauses, the following measures must be maintained: Duration of the operating pause Measure Short pauses between two sterilization ▪ Keep the door closed to save energy processes Pauses which last longer than an hour ▪...
  • Page 32 11 Operating pauses Comply with the following provisions when transporting the steam sterilizer (e.g. a move or dispatch): Before transporting the steam sterilizer over long distances, before dispatch or given the danger of frost, an authorized technician must prepare the device in accordance with the instructions and empty the storage tank entirely.

  • Page 33: Malfunctions

    Should your efforts do not redress the problem, you can contact your nearest stockist or a local authorized MELAG customer service provider. Please have your device serial number and a detailed description of the malfunction contained in the notification to hand.

  • Page 34: Technical Data

    13 Technical data 13 Technical data Device type Vacuklav 24 B+ Vacuklav 30 B+ Device dimensions (H x W x D) 49.5 x 42.5 x 70.5 cm 49.5 x 42.5 x 66 cm Empty weight 48 kg 45 kg Operating weight 55 kg 50 kg Sterilization chamber...
  • Page 36 MELAG Medizintechnik GmbH & Co. KG Geneststraße 6-10 10829 Berlin Germany Email: info@melag.com Web: www.melag.com Original instructions Responsible for content: MELAG Medizintechnik GmbH & Co. KG We reserve the right to technical alterations Your stockist...

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