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TWIN AT/100000

TWIN I/MAC 8502/08F

ENGLISH

Dental Air Abrasion & Polishing Unit

Installation, Operation and

Maintenance Manual

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

AquaCare Twin

User Manual Iss. 21

LIT0171P Issued 02/24

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MEDIVANCE INSTRUMENTS LTD. • Barretts Green Road • Harlesden • London • NW10 7AP

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Page 1 TWIN AT/100000 TWIN I/MAC 8502/08F ENGLISH Dental Air Abrasion & Polishing Unit Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AquaCare Twin User Manual Iss. 21 LIT0171P Issued 02/24 www.velopex.com MEDIVANCE INSTRUMENTS LTD. • Barretts Green Road • Harlesden • London • NW10 7AP...
Page 2 Box Contents Indications For Use & Contraindications Technical Description Safety Warnings Installation Siting The AquaCare External AquaCare Parts & Features Connecting The Air Supply 11-12 Attaching The Foot Pedal Using The Foot Pedal Attaching The Twin Tube & Handpiece Fitting The Disposable Feedline & Tip...
Page 3 Contents Operation PAGE Preparing The AquaCare For First Use First Steps To Mastering The AquaCare Preparations Before Treatment Disconnecting The Handpiece Sterilising The Handpiece Treatment Tips Treatments - Cleaning/Stain Removal/Surface Preparation (Sylc®) - Cleaning/Stain Removal (Sodium Bicarbonate) - Fissure Caries Treatment (Aluminium Oxide)
Page 4 Box Contents 50 x Feedlines & Standard Tips A. 1 x AquaCare Air Abrasion And Polishing Unit B. 1 x Inline Air Filter C. 1 x Three-Position Foot Pedal D. 1 x Silver Ring 0.6mm Handpiece 1 x Gold Ring 0.8mm Handpiece 1 x Twin Feed Tube Assembly (Including Check Valve) G.
Page 5 Indications For Use And Contraindications Indications For Use The AquaCare is intended for intra-oral use for the following procedures: A. Preparation for pit and fissure sealants and fissure caries treatment B. Removal of composites for restorations C. Cavity preparation D. Cleaning, polishing and stain removal E. Etching of enamel, metal and porcelain F. Bonding of orthodontic brackets Contraindications For Use The AquaCare is NOT intended for use for the following procedures: A. Removal of calculus...
Page 6 7 bar, with a maximum flow rate of +70 l/min using a 6mm outer diameter input connection. The AquaCare is operated by depressing the foot pedal. The foot pedal has the capability to independently Dry or Wash, as well as deliver the media of choice with the chosen pressure [see Fig.9 on Page 13].
Page 7 • Make sure you are in full control of the handpiece as well as foot pedal and are aiming the handpiece nozzle in a safe direction. • Make sure you have selected the correct powder for the treatment you are performing. Incorrect selection of powder type may cause hard or soft tissue damage. • Use a high volume intra-oral aspirator during treatment. The Dental Healthcare Professional must consult their patient prior to performing treatment with AquaCare if they suffer from any of the following conditions: • Respiratory difficulties, asthma, blocked nasal passages or cold • Any other medical problem preventing breathing through the nose • A restricted sodium diet • Sensitivity/intolerance to alcohol The AquaCare Air Abrasion and Polishing unit is powered by compressed air. As with any air driven dental device, there is a risk of an air embolism if not correctly operated. A dental rubber dam is recommended to assist in the prevention of...
Page 8 The AquaCare chambers are pressure locked. Allow the unit to depressurize fully after turning off before attempting to open, this can take up to 30 seconds. Sterilize the handpiece prior to first use and between each patient treatment. When operating intra-orally, ensure the handpiece is within the oral cavity prior to activation. With frequent use, the handpiece may form perforations in the swan neck tube and wear to the outer edge of the nozzle (see Fig.1 below). The handpiece must therefore be regularly inspected before use. Do not use the handpiece if damaged, as this could lead to patient injury. Always examine the tip of the handpiece Holes can to see if it is fractured appear by the These holes will grow Small holes eventually can form at the forming mid point a large hole Fig.1 If the AquaCare is dropped or otherwise damaged, it must not be used until it has been inspected by a Medivance Instruments Ltd. or an authorized qualified technician. If the AquaCare ceases to operate correctly, or if you experience a deterioration in performance, see Troubleshooting, Page 34-38. Alternatively, contact your local authorized AquaCare Dealer. AquaCare: Introduction...
Page 9 See Recommended Consumables/Accessories/Parts on Page 40. If you do not have our dedicated AquaCare stand, place the unit securely on a rigid, sturdy desk or table top (Fig.2).
Page 10 External AquaCare Parts and Features 1. Dosing Chamber Lid - Left 17. Check Valve (In Tubing) 2. Dosing Chamber - Left 18. Twin Tube 3. Media Gauge - Left 19. ON/OFF Switch 4. Media Control - Left 20. Handpiece Holder 5.
Page 11 Connecting The Air Supply The AquaCare Device is designed to function using Clean, Dry Air between 4 - 7 bar, meeting the requirements of ISO 8573.1 class 1.4.1. Failure to provide Air to the above requirements will lead to problems when operating the unit - damp or oil contaminated Air will cause blockages in the Powder/Air delivery system reducing performance, and operation of the unit.
Page 12 Fig.7 NOTE: In areas of high humidity, it may be necessary that an AquaCare DryAir Box (part number: I/MAC 8552F) is fitted in the air input tubing before connecting the supply to the AquaCare unit. See Recommended Consumables/Accessories/Parts on Page 40.
Page 13 Using The Foot Pedal Default Position Fluid Fluid Powder Fig.9 IMPORTANT: Accidental operation of the foot pedal can be hazardous. To avoid this, ensure the foot pedal is always under strict control when the unit is on. AquaCare: Installation...
Page 14 B. Slide the handpiece handle onto the free end into position 6 and the larger tube into of the twin tube, then connect main handpiece position 7 on the front of the AquaCare (Item 3) to the tubing (narrow tube to narrow as illustrated (Fig.11).
Page 15 17.5% ethanol, is a biostatic solution which reduces biological growth within the fluid circuit of the AquaCare. Fig.14 Purging The Fluid When replacing the AquaSol fluid bottle, the unit will need to be purged of any air that may have entered the system.
Page 16 2. The Fluid control has approximately 1 rotation from minimum to maximum position, between - and +. 3. The Prophy recommended operating range is generally between 2.5 and 4.0 bar. 4. The Prep recommended operating range is generally between 3.0 and 4.0 bar. AquaCare: Installation...
Page 17 Installation Test Before adding the powder to complete installation of the AquaCare unit, check that the installation has been performed correctly using the following procedure: A. Check that the unit is OFF; B. Ensure the chamber lid is fully closed;...
Page 18 Powder Cartridge - Left Powder Cartridge - Right Open Dosing Chamber - Left Open Dosing Chamber - Right Sodium Bicarbonate For cleaning and polishing Sylc® for AquaCare For cleaning, polishing and surface preparation Aluminium Oxide 29μm For cutting, cavity preparation and composite preparation Aluminium Oxide 53μm...
Page 19 C. Press the foot pedal to position 3 (air, fluid and powder) for approximately 5 seconds; D. The procedure is complete when the flow of powder is uniform. We recommend that this procedure is carried out every time the powder is changed. AquaCare: Installation...
Page 20 Preparing The AquaCare For First Use When training with the AquaCare, aim the handpiece nozzle into the inlet of a high volume evacuation unit, also using a towel to capture stray powder. Always wear approved eye protection when operating the AquaCare. See Introduction: Safety Warnings, Page 7-8.
Page 21 Bicarbonate, and sandblasting, texturing, and cutting using Aluminium Oxide. Stain Removal, Cleaning & Polishing A. Refer to ‘Preparing AquaCare for first use steps A to F on Page 20 to set up the unit; B. Switch the powder chamber selector to the left chamber;...
Page 22 Oxide (cutting powders) to Sodium Bicarbonate (cleaning powders) you must first purge the powder. See Installation : Purging The Powder, Page 19. 8. It is recommended that AquaCare Fluid (AquaSol) should be used in the AquaCare Fluid System. The 500ml bottle supplied with the unit should be discarded when empty and replaced.
Page 23 NOTE: Slide the tool from the narrower tube side. Tilt the tool against the body of Remove the tubing. the handpiece to ease off the twin tube. Twin Tubes Fig.20 AquaCare: Operation...
Page 24 Ensure that there are no blockages in the handpiece nozzle prior to automated washing. E. When cleaning is completed, the handpiece must be sterilised; F. Place the handpiece in an autoclave and follow the sterilizer manufacturer’s instructions for the sterilization procedure. The handpiece can autoclaved up to 134ºC. AquaCare: Operation...
Page 25 Treatment Tips The AquaCare operates with low noise, and has no vibration or heat at the handpiece tip. Its ability to cut wet or dry gives it a high flexibility of use. Local anaesthetic can be offered to nervous patients or those with a high level of dental sensitivity, however it is generally not required as fluid abrasion is painless in most cases.
Page 26 45 degrees and use as if it were a paintbrush, making light strokes across the surface of the tooth until the surface is clean. Scan For Video Scan For Video of Procedure of Procedure Angle 45°. Approx. 4mm away from the surface AquaCare: Treatments...
Page 27 Move the handpiece slowly over the tooth surface. The most effective way to use AquaCare for this procedure is to use the handpiece as if it were a paintbrush, making light strokes across the surface of the tooth until the surface is clean.
Page 28 Volume – Midway position (on media control) The AquaCare is of particular use for treating fissure caries. Hold the handpiece nozzle approximately 2mm from the surface of the tooth and direct the particulate beam at the caries. Use it in short bursts, sweeping it along the vein until all the dark caries are removed and the sound tooth structure is revealed.
Page 29 45 degrees to the surface being abraded, and about 2mm to 3mm from the surface at up to 5 bar with the gold ring 0.8mm handpiece. Scan For Video of Procedure Angle 35 - 45°. Approx. 2 - 3mm away from the surface. AquaCare: Treatments...
Page 30 Sylc can now be used to clean the surface to improve bond strength. Scan For Cases Angle 45°. Approx. 2 - 3mm away from the surface. AquaCare: Treatments...
Page 31 The same technique can be used to clean the orthodontic brackets. Scan For Cases Approx. 2mm away from the surface. AquaCare: Treatments...
Page 32 They should be checked regularly for any visible damage. If there is any damage or cracks, do not use the AquaCare unit until it has been inspected by a Medivance Instruments Ltd. Representative or local AquaCare Dealer.
Page 33 If you see anything that you are concerned about during this Weekly Maintenance Process, please contact Medivance Instruments Ltd. Service Department or your local AquaCare Dealer to discuss the matter. It is best to be sure. A well maintained AquaCare will serve you reliably for many years to come!
Page 34 AquaCare unit is used again. Removal of the disposable tip and feedline from the handpiece will prevent this occurrence.
Page 35 (drops of liquid will be seen in the glass bowl). A suitable water removing filter will need to be fitted into the air line (e.g., AquaCare DryAir Box, part number: I/MAC 8552F). See Recommended Consumables/Accessories/Parts on Page 40.
Page 36 9. Check for wear in the handpiece swan neck. If the handpiece is perforated, it will need replacing. Check that the tungsten tip has not been damaged/fractured, as this will affect the efficiency as well as delivery of the fluid along the fluid stream. AquaCare: Troubleshooting...
Page 37 Contact Medivance Instruments Ltd. Service Department or your local AquaCare Dealer for support. Symptom Excessive powder being emitted from the unit.
Page 38 NOTE: If the fault cannot be located and repaired by referring to this troubleshooting guide, it will be necessary to acquire the services of a Medivance Instruments Ltd. Representative or Authorised Dealer for a more thorough diagnosis and service of the unit. AquaCare: Troubleshooting...
Page 39 Annual Service And Safety Check In order to ensure that the AquaCare continues to function safely and reliably, it is important that you contact your Medivance Instruments Ltd. supplier to book an annual service and safety check every 12 months.
Page 40 I/MAC 6200F Dental Air Abrasion Cabinet The AquaCare Dental Air Abrasion Cabinet (I/MAC 6200F) offers a simple aid in support of your AquaCare abrasion unit to enable abrasion procedures to be done outside of the mouth. Dental attachments such as crowns, bridges or brackets can be cleaned and abraded before they are cemented in the mouth.
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