Storage And Disposal - KERR ENDODONTICS Elements Connect Instructions For Use Manual

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Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization:
Lip Hook
After using the device, be sure to keep it thoroughly clean for the
next use. And clean everything thoroughly before autoclaving. In
order to prevent the dirt on the surface of the device from drying
out before cleaning, please wash it as soon as possible after use.
In addition, the reprocessing procedure should minimize delays
between steps.
1. Put the lip hook in the tap water for 5 minutes.
2. Thoroughly clean the surfaces of the lip hook with a tissue
containing isopropyl alcohol (e.g., CaviWipes).
• Wipe the surface of the lip hook at least twice in
one minute.
• Clean the surface of the lip hook thoroughly to avoid
leaving any residue of contamination.
3. Rinse the lip hook in tap water for 30 seconds.
4. Dry the lip hook with a soft cloth, and dry at room
temperature for at least 30 minutes.
NOTE:
• Health Care facilities are responsible for making sure that
the sterilization equipment is calibrated according to the
manufacturer's manuals and specifications. In addition,
health care facilities are responsible for training their staff
on infection control, proper sterilization and disinfection
procedures.
• Make sure that the sterilization pouches are suitable for
steam sterilization and comply with the national guidelines,
standards, and requirements.
– ISO 11607
– For USA: Use FDA-cleared accessories
1. Place the cleaned lip hook into an autoclave pouch.
2. Recommended sterilization parameters:
Cycle
Temperature (°C)
Exposure time (min)
Drying time (min)
3. Take out the lip hook from the autoclave and dry it while
keeping it packed in the pouch for at least 30 minutes at
room temperature.
PRECAUTIONS
• Maximum number of re-sterilization of lip hook is 250 times.
• Immediately after sterilization, the lip hook can be very hot.
Cool it sufficiently before use as there is a risk of injury such
as burns.
• Do not leave the lip hook inside the autoclave after sterilization.
• Never sterilize components other than the lip hook.
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Cleaning and Disinfection : Probe Cord
1. Wet a small soft brush in ethanol for disinfection (ethanol
70-80 vol%) to remove all contaminants from the crevices
and all surfaces. (repeat 20 times)
2. Wipe all surface thoroughly using a cloth (or gauze) lightly
dampened in ethanol for disinfection. (repeat 20 times)
3. Wipe all surfaces with a cloth moistened with distilled
water, then dry with a clean, dry cloth.
4. After visual inspection to ensure cleanliness, repeat the
cleaning steps if contamination is visible.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

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Storage:
After sterilization, place the pouches containing the contra angle
in a dry and dark place such as a closed cupboard or a drawer.
• Follow the instructions provided by the pouch manufacturer
regarding storage conditions and maximum allowed time
in storage.
Gravity Pre-Vacuum
Displacement
121°C (250°F) 132°C (270°F)
30 minutes 4 minutes
30 minutes 30 minutes
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Disposal
• For proper disposal always follow local and regional laws
(i.e. The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment - WEEE).
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AND
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
If a problem occurs with the device, refer to the guide below.
If this guide does not resolve the problem, contact Customer
Care at 1-800-537-7123 (Available from 6:00am to 4:00pm PST).
Outside of these hours, email us at KerrCustCare@kavokerr.com.
Alternatively, contact the dealer or Kerr Endodontics sales
representative.
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Motor Handpiece
Problem
The power does The battery is
not turn on. dead.
The battery is
not installed
properly.
Motor handpiece
malfunction.
Pressing the The contra angle
main button is not properly
does not work. attached.
The head of the
contra angle is
blocked.
The motor The battery is
handpiece turns dead.
off during use.
No beep sounds. The alert sound
volume is set to
'VOL.0' .
There is
something
wrong with the
motor speed
sensor.
Linkage to Apex Make sure the
Connect [EAL] connectors to
does not appear the Elements
on the main Connect Motor
screen of the and the Apex
motor handpiece Connect are
correctly
set. There is
something
wrong between
the Elements
Connect
Motor and the
Apex Connect
connections.
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Charger Base
Problem Cause
When the The AC/DC adapter
battery is or power cord is not
installed, the properly connected
charging lamp
The battery is not
indicator does
installed properly.
not light up.
The battery is faulty Replace it with a new battery.
The charging The battery is not
lamp indicator installed properly.
flashes.
The battery is faulty Replace it with a new battery.
The charger is faulty Please contact customer service.
Cause Solution
Charge the battery or replace it
with a new one.
Check the battery connection,
and install the battery properly
again.
Please contact where the device
was purchased or with the
customer service.
Refer to "Initial Set-up" to
properly attach the contra angle
to the hand-piece.
Refer to "Cleaning, Lubrication
and Sterilization of the
Contra Angle" to clean and
lubricate or replace with a
new one.
Charge the battery or replace it
with a new one.
Refer to "System Settings"
and ad-just the alarm volume.
Turn off and turn on the device
again. If the problem persists,
please con-tact customer
service.
Please contact customer service.
Solution
Refer to "INITIAL USE to
properly connect the AC/DC
Adapter or power cord.
Check the battery connection and
install the battery properly again.
Check the battery connection
and install the battery properly
again.
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