Arjo. The information in this Instructions for use describes the machine as dispatched from Arjo. There may be differences due to customization for customers or countries. The machine is accompanied by the following documentation: •...
Definitions in this IFU Safety warning. Failure to understand and obey this warning may result in injury or machine damage. Hot surface. Risk of injury. Dangerous voltage. Risk of injury. Automatic door. Risk of getting stuck. Note means: This is important information for the Note! correct use of this system or device.
Leakage in the system, due to a worn door seal for example, must be repaired without delay. • Spare parts must only be obtained from Arjo sales companies. • If a serious incident occurs in relation to this medical device,...
1.2 Isolator switch The machine must have a lockable switch for the electric power supply. The switch must be easily accessible on a wall close to the machine. The installation must conform to and be marked in accordance with local provisions. A switch is not required on machines fitted with an electric plug.
Qualification, Operating Qualification and Performance Qualification according to ISO 15883 are carried out before the product is put into use. 2.2 Components of flusher-disinfector Typhoon is one of Arjo’s series of flusher-disinfectors. Figure 1. Components of flusher-disinfector Control panel Door to machine cabinet...
2.5 Control panel 2.5.1. Components Typhoon Figure 2. Control panel Yellow: Process running Green: Process complete Red: Disinfection not achieved or other error code F Display Open/close door. Sensor to open/close door and to start preselected program 2.5.2. Functions Note! Disinfection is not included in the rim flushing program.
2.6 Display options A service technician can set the information to be shown in the display. 2.6.1. Displayed while a program is running The display can be set to show one of the following alternatives while a program is running: •...
2.7 Door function 2.7.1. Opening the door • Move your hand toward the sensor, stopping about 3-4 cm from the panel. • Keep your hand still for one 1 second. • The door opens automatically. Figure 3. Open door using sensor Figure 4.
3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To prevent contamination, use personal protective equipment, such as gloves and protective glasses, when handling soiled waste containers and loading the goods into the flusher-disinfector. 3.1 Program overview Program Standard Degree of soiling Heavily soiled Program sequence Cleaning Disinfection Cooling...
3.2.2. During ongoing program If the red indicator lamp lights up an error has occurred. The process is cancelled and must be repeated. 3.2.3. After the program ends The goods may be hot at the end of the program. If the goods are warmer than 60°C, U7 appears in the display.
The maintenance interval will have to be determined in each individual case. Arjo recommends that the stated maintenance operations be performed at intervals according to the service table.
4.3.2. Service table The machine is connected to the electricity supply and some components are live. Maintenance may only be performed by authorized service technicians. NOTE! The service table is only shown for information purposes. The service table below shows recommended maintenance intervals.
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Measure Every year / Every other Time* year / 10,000 cycles (minutes) 20,000 cycles Check the mounting for the goods holder. • Check that the overflow drain connection to • the chamber is tight. Clean the inside of the flushing chamber. •...
Measure Every year / Every other Time* year / 10,000 cycles (minutes) 20,000 cycles Check and adjust the needle valve. • Automatic door Check the automatic door for proper • operation. Function check (at each service) 10.1 Run a complete process and be sure there are no deviations according to the periodic checkpoints.
The machine is now ready to operate. Re-run the aborted program if the goods are still in the machine. If the error persists, call service personnel. Typhoon Figure 7. Acknowledgement of error message 5.3 During a power failure If the power fails during a process, the machine remains locked.
6 TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 List of codes Error code Description of error Measure Lime binding agent low Top up lime binding agent Process agent low level Top up process agent Inspection request Contact authorized service personnel Warning of high temperature for goodss Let the goods cool down External communication Contact authorized service personnel...
7 ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATION Component Weight in kg (total 135 kg) Weight as a percentage Mechanical parts Stainless steel Steel Glass Brass Plastic Rubber Other mech. parts Electrical / Electronics Wiring Circuit boards Other components 7.1 Comments The “Other mech. parts” and “Other components” fractions comprise pumps, door motors, etc., which cannot be weighed or divided up in the same way as other fractions.
(dosing pumps and hoses). Follow the instructions for the container for additional instructions on using the agent. The machine has been proven and tested with Arjo’s detergents. We recommend that you use Arjo detergents. 8.1 Flushing detergent Following detergents can be ordered from Arjo sales companies.
Arjo recommends that water used in the pre-rinsing, washing and final rinsing phases should be of drinking quality in accordance with the guidelines. Recommended water quality is drinking water with max 5°dH.
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Follow local standards if they are stricter that Arjo’s recommendations. Especially when treated water is used for the final washing/disinfection phase. A typical specification for treated water is: 5.5 to 8 Conductivity <30 µs.cm-1 <40 mg/l Maximum hardness <50 mg/l Chlorine <10 mg/l...
10 END OF LIFE DISPOSAL The product may be contaminated and has to be disinfected before recycling. Equipment that has electrical and electronic components should be disassembled and recycled per Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) or in accordance with local or national regulation.
11 SYMBOL EXPLANATION Symbol Explanation Warning Warning, hot surface Warning, risk of getting stuck Warning, dangerous voltage Wear protective gloves Wear eye protection Refer to instruction manual/booklet - Instructions for use should be read Name and address of the manufacturer Manufacturing date Use by date Catalogue number...
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Symbol Explanation WaterMark certification label with license number WMK26397 WaterMark WMTS104 LicWMK26397 SAI Global LAU-LBP13042 Intertek Warnock Hersey Certification Mark Electrical test label. Indicates ETL Certification through Intertek. The proof of product compliance to North American safety standards DVGW CERT Conformity Certificate Dutch safety certification for water safety c e r t i f i e d BRL-K14011...
12 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY Intended environment: industrial electromagnetic environment Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emission Emmision test Compliance Guidance This equipment uses RF energy only for its internal functions. Therefore its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any RF emissions CISPR 11 Group 1 interference in nearby electronic equipment.
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AUSTRALIA FRANCE POLSKA Arjo Australia Arjo SAS Arjo Polska Sp. z o.o. Building B, Level 3 2 Avenue Alcide de Gasperi ul. Ks Piotra Wawrzyniaka 2 11 Talavera Road CS 70133 PL-62-052 KOMORNIKI (Poznań) Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113, FR-59436 RONCQ CEDEX...
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At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are designed to promote a safe and dignified experience through patient handling, medical beds, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism. With over 6500 people worldwide and 65 years caring for patients and healthcare professionals, we are committed to driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.
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