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Maintenance
Before carrying out any maintenance work check the autoclave for any visual signs of
materials which may be contaminated or damaged. Should any such matter be apparent
contact the relevant person of authority before proceeding.
*
Do not carry out any work unless you are competent to do so.
Items in this section marked with * are those which require a level of competence as
incorrect maintenance or fitting could lead to a safety hazard.
Disconnect or Isolate the machine from mains power supply before removing any panels or
commencing any maintenance work.
Ensure that any electrically locked doors are open before disconnecting power.
In the event of any difficulty or doubt about any maintenance or service procedure contact
Priorclave Limited or your nearest Priorclave approved agent or supplier immediately.
Weekly Maintenance
Low Water Probe
To ensure protection from boiling dry the probe sensor tip should be scrubbed clean to ensure
good contact.
On models fitted with the automatic water filling option there are two probes of this pattern
fitted inside the autoclave.
With certain options and accessories the water probe may be fitted at the back of the
autoclave, in which case it will have a stainless steel tag attached to it.
Vessel Water Charge
The standing water within the vessel should be regularly removed, ideally with a wet/dry type
vacuum cleaner to prevent the build up of spilled media and potentially corrosive chemicals.
With the vessel empty the heating element(s) should be cleaned with a damp cloth to remove
any build up of limescale.
If destruct type loads are regularly being processed consideration should be given to the use
of suitable containers for such loads to minimise spillage. A range of such containers suitable
for individual Priorclave models is available from Priorclave.
Vessel Cleaning
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Uninsulated
Tip
Insulated
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Water Probe Detail
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