OBTURA SPARTAN Obtura III MAX Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 © 2019 Obtura Spartan ®...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    (2) years from date of purchase. Young Innovations, Inc. liability and customer’s sole remedy in the event of any claimed defect shall be limited to repair or replacement of the item at Obtura Spartan’s option. All parts or components are warranted for two (2) full years, excluding consumable items such as plunger seals, needles and cleaning accessories.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    • Cleaning the Obtura III MAX is simple but very important; just follow the directions in this manual (see page 7) or on the provided laminated cleaning instruction card. If your Obtura III MAX is cleaned on a regular basis it will provide years of reliable service. If you do not clean your unit, it may become clogged and difficult to move the plunger due to a buildup of old, hardened gutta percha.
  • Page 4: Quick Start Guide

    HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM The Obtura III MAX is intended to be used by professionally-qualified dentists, endodontists and dental clinicians for specialty procedures in root canal and restorative dentistry.
  • Page 5: System Description

    Plug the handpiece cord connector into the rear of the main control unit. Note: the alignment of the “red dot” at the 12 o’clock position, and a “click” to signify complete insertion. Should the user require the cord to exit the front of the unit, invert the Obtura III MAX on a smooth, soft surface and gently press the cable into the tracks provided, leaving a small loop of cable from the handpiece cord port to the beginning of the track.
  • Page 6: Installing A Needle

    5 seconds, adjust the preset temperature with the Temperature Up(+) and Temperature Down(-) buttons. The memory and the display are now set to the new temperature. After 5 more seconds, with no button pressed, the Obtura III MAX display will change from the previously set temperature to the new set-point temperature.
  • Page 7: Expressing Gutta Percha

    If you have any questions regarding this or any other aspect of using the Obtura System, please call us at 1-800-344-1321. MAINTENANCE For best results, the Obtura III MAX handpiece should be cleaned daily. This prevents build-up of excess gutta percha within the heating chamber. Regular Maintenance (Day to Day Cleaning)* Tools you will need: •...
  • Page 8: Extended Maintenance

    8. A) Reassemble all components in the reverse order from which they were detached. B) Place the handpiece back on its cradle. WARNING: AT NO POINT SHOULD ANY PART OF THE OBTURA III MAX HANDPIECE BE SUBMERGED INTO THE CLEANING SOLUTION. NOTE: A) For optimal cleaning, use a Birex -type solution to aid in disinfecting and deodorizing your Obtura III MAX unit.
  • Page 9: Plunger Shaft Assembly

    The plunger teeth should be inspected for wear or chipping. The plunger shaft should be replaced if plunger teeth are badly chipped or slipping occurs during testing. The plunger shaft of the Obtura III MAX should be checked for bending; if it will not roll smoothly on a piece of glass or flat tabletop (indicating a bow or bend), it should be replaced, as the use of a bent shaft may cause damage to the heater bore.
  • Page 10: Handpiece Attachment/Detachment

    Q. Why should I only use one pellet of gutta percha? A. Critical lengths of the mechanical components of the Obtura III MAX have been designed for a single piece of gutta percha; using more can cause excessive back pressure and damage (see pages 6-7).
  • Page 11: Factory Repair/Contact Us

    A. Yes, a few options exist. You may try to increase the operating temperature to improve the flow ability of our standard gutta percha. Obtura Spartan also sells Flow 150 gutta percha and Resinate pellets that may flow more easily than the standard gutta percha.
  • Page 12: Emc Table

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM EMC TABLE IEC 60601-1-2:2007 (Ed 3.0) GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURER ‘S DECLARATION - ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS The Obtura Ill Max Heated Gutta Percha System is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Obtura Ill Max Heated Gutta Percha System should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emission Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment - Guidance...
  • Page 13 Electromagnetic Environment - Guidance Test Level Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the Obtura III Max Heated Gutta Percha System including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
  • Page 14: Recommended Separation Distances Between Portable And Mobile Rf Communications Equipment And The Obtura Iii Max Heated Gutta Percha System

    RECOMMENDED SEPARATION DISTANCES BETWEEN PORTABLE AND MOBILE RF COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT AND THE OBTURA III MAX HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM The Obtura Ill Max Heated Gutta Percha System is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled.
  • Page 15: Description Of Symbols

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM Symbol Description Symbol Description See instructions for use Class II Equipment Single use, do not re-use Use by Caution: Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or Steam sterilize at the temperature indicated on the order of a dentist +48°C Do not dispose of this equipment as unsorted...
  • Page 16: Safety Data Sheet

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM SAFETY DATA SHEET Section 1: IDENTIFICATION Manufactured for: Young Innovations, Inc. - dba Obtura Address: 2260 Wendt Street City, State, Zip: Algonquin, IL 60102 USA Telephone: 1-800-275-0020 Product Item No.: 822-609, 3069-01A, 823-703, 823-803 Product Name/Identifier: Obtura Cleaning Solution Common Name:...
  • Page 17 OPERATOR’S MANUAL HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM SAFETY DATA SHEET Section 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS MIXTURES CHEMICAL NAME COMMON NAME AND SYNONYMS CAS NUMBER Distillates Petroleum Hydrotreated Light 64742-47-8 60 - 70 3-Methoxy-3-methyl-1-butanol (MMB) 56539-66-3 10 - 20 d-limonene 5989-27-5 10 - 20 Carbon Dioxide 124-38-9 1 - 3...
  • Page 18 OPERATOR’S MANUAL HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM SAFETY DATA SHEET Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS, PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Keep out of low areas. Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks, or flames in immediate area).
  • Page 19 OPERATOR’S MANUAL HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM SAFETY DATA SHEET (continued) Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Respiratory protection: No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required. Use a positive-pressure air-supplied respirator if there is any potential for an uncontrolled release, exposure levels are not known, or any other circumstances where air-purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection. Thermal hazards: Not applicable.
  • Page 20 OPERATOR’S MANUAL HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM SAFETY DATA SHEET (continued) Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION COMPONENTS SPECIES TEST RESULTS Distillates Petroleum Hydrotreated Light (CAS 64742-47-8) Acute Dermal LD50 Rabbit > 2000 mg/kg > 2000 mg/kg, 24 Hours Inhalation LC50 > 6.4 mg/l, 6 Hours >...
  • Page 21 OPERATOR’S MANUAL HEATED GUTTA PERCHA SYSTEM SAFETY DATA SHEET Section 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Disposal instructions: Collect and reclaim or dispose in sealed containers at licensed waste disposal site. This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Do not allow this material to drain into sewers/water supplies. Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used container. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
  • Page 22 Section 16: OTHER INFORMATION Disclaimer: The information contained herein is provided in good faith and is believed to be correct as of the date hereof. However, Obtura Spartan makes no recommendation as to the comprehensiveness or accuracy of the information. It is expected that individuals receiving the information will exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for particular purpose.

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