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Ingenuity in infection control since 1830 Little Sister SES 3000B/ SES 3020B Vacuum Autoclave User Manual...
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For further information visit our website: www.eschmann.co.uk. This manual contains instructions for use applicable to the Eschmann SES 3000B and SES 3020B autoclaves. Please read the manual before installing or using the product for the first time. Keep the manual handy for quick reference.
Unwrapped Solid Items (N or B type cycles) Selecting the Cycle Hollow, Wrapped and Porous Items Cycle Chart Implant kits Starting and Running a Cycle Using the Eschmann Tray Lifter The Tray Carrier Unloading the Autoclave Load Capacity How to Stop (Abort) the Cycle Typical Loads...
If sterilising non solid metal items, consult the Only use Eschmann accessories and mains leads. instrument manufacturer regarding suitability Any spare parts must be supplied by Eschmann. They for processing in an autoclave. must be fitted in accordance with the Service Manual or instructions supplied by Eschmann, or Eschmann •...
To ensure a sterilised load, the autoclave must be operated by trained medical staff and used in accordance with the instructions and safety warnings contained within this manual. Servicing and repairs must be performed by Eschmann, or Eschmann trained engineers. Patient Population The autoclave sterilises medical instruments and porous items and therefore does not provide treatment directly to a patient.
Fig. 1 Main Components Autoclave door Fresh water drain Door handle Fresh water reservoir Touch screen display (Fig. 2) IEC Mains connection and fuses - Mains ‘on/off’ switch Warning, consult manual, Section 1 Adjustable foot x 4 Bacterial air filter RS232 port (for Autolog/ printer) Overheat RESET button (Underneath) USB host port (for USB memory stick)
Eschmann, or an Eschmann trained engineer. 2.1 Introduction Bubble THE ESCHMANN SES 3000B AND SES 3020B ARE B indicator is level TYPE VACUUM AUTOCLAVES. The autoclaves differ in that the SES 3000B has a...
3 Controls 3.2 The Keypad 3.1 Touch Screen & Menu Operation SES 3000B 09:00 Touch screen The autoclave must be switched on to use the touch Cycle Delay screen. The autoclave uses a resistive touch screen. This Keypad requires a light pressure to operate. You can use a gloved or non-gloved hand.
3.4 Notification Screens 3.3 The Progress Screen These may be displayed before a cycle or if an error SES 3000B 09:00 occurs and a cycle is aborted. drying Complete the actions requested to continue using the phase Cycle Type autoclave. Cycle No There are three types of notification screen: Temperature...
4 Preparing the Autoclave Mains Switch : Fig. 1, Switch the autoclave on item 4. The welcome screen If a single language displays available option is provided, this is languages. Select used by default, and need the language by not be selected. pressing the desired language option.
DO NOT overload or incorrectly load the If the load feels heavy, autoclave. use the Eschmann tray lifter with two hands. DO NOT use non Eschmann trays, racks or baskets. Close the door Check there are no obstructions. Push the door fully...
See Section 7. The ability for the user to disable drying Drying can be toggled on or off for B type cycles can be optionally disabled by Eschmann.(With the exception of the 134 B HP cycle). 115651-17 2024-02-08...
Indicates drying selected turn off drying for B type cycles can be disabled, if required, by an Indicates drying not selected Eschmann or Eschmann trained engineer. When this is done, the drying button is not displayed for B type cycles. (Not applicable to the 134°...
Remove the load Take care! The load and chamber Use the Eschmann Tray Lifter - refer to will be very hot. Appendix 2 . If the load feels heavy, Check wrapped and pouched loads for use the Eschmann tray dryness.
10 Draining Reservoirs and Actions After Use 10.1 Draining the Reservoirs To drain a reservoir, first remove the drain plug (If fitted) from the fresh water or waste water reservoir drain socket by pressing the metal thumb release on the side. WARNING! Water in the waste reservoir can be very hot.
11 Service Screens 11.1 Replace the Bacterial Air Filter 11.2 Replace the Door Seal 09:00 SES 3000B SES 3000B 09:00 CRITICAL Replace Replace CRITICAL Replace Bacterial ERROR Door Bacterial ERROR Filter Seal Filter The bacterial air filter needs The door seal needs replacing replacing when this screen is when this screen is displayed.
Replace Service Required Bacterial ERROR Filter The autoclave requires servicing by an Eschmann or Eschmann trained engineer. Contact Eschmann as soon as possible. Press to display the details required for contacting Eschmann. Press to acknowledge the warning and clear the screen. The screen will reappear at the beginning of each cycle until the autoclave is serviced.
Check mains supply, mains connections, autoclave fuses and mains cable fuse. Run the cycle again. If the warning persists, contact Eschmann. Eschmann use only (PIN protected). USER STOPPED CYCLE Displayed when the STOP button is pressed to SES 3000B 09:00 stop a cycle.
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Run the cycle again. If the warning persists, contact Eschmann. Eschmann use only (PIN protected). ERROR All errors require you to contact Eschmann. Displayed when the autoclave experiences an Error. SES 3000B 09:00 When OK appears after a short delay, press to acknowledge the warning and unlock the door.
13 Menus 13.1 Setting a Delayed Start The cycle has not yet started A Delayed Start allows SES 3000B 09:00 The Autoclave is loaded you to delay the start of a cycle by up to 23 hours From the Open Door, Close Door, or Cycle Start and 59 minutes from screens: when the start button is...
13.2 Settings Menu (Manager PIN only) Viewing the Settings Menu The cycle has not yet started The Settings menu SES 3000B 09:00 contains: From the Open Door, Close Door, or Cycle Start screens: Date / Time Sounds Press to view the Settings menu. 09:00 SES 3000B PIN Management...
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Press to return SES 3000B 09:00 without change. The Service menu is protected by a Service PIN Cycle Delay Code that is for Eschmann use only. Keypad Maintenance Resetting the Bacterial Air Filter and Press to return Door Seal Counters without change.
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About SES 3000B Contains useful information about your Serial Number Software / advisory code may also Software Version autoclave when contacting Eschmann. Advisory Code be presented on this Autoclave Type Contact Info Fresh Water Quality screen.
13.3 Cycle Records Cycle records can be downloaded onto a USB memory stick. Follow the ‘Downloading Records’ instructions (1 to 5) in this section. If a USB memory stick is left in the USB port (Fig. 1, item 7), the autoclave will download each cycle record automatically upon cycle completion.
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- By Date Set FROM / TO Dates Press to return without change. Use the up/down buttons to highlight the chosen selection in blue. Input boxes default to today’s date, but can be changed. Press to enter the selected date. (See below) Press to accept the dates shown and begin download.
Manager allowing full access to the autoclave autoclave captures all of these elements. The PIN (except Eschmann Service screens). For security, this codes that you create form a major part of the record number should be changed by the Manager when first keeping for this autoclave.
PIN is already in use. Enter a different four To disable a PIN Enter 0000 digit number. Note: Eschmann reserve a number of PINS. The cycle has not yet started SES 3000B 09:00 From the Open Door, Close Door, Cycle Start...
14.4 Selecting the Security Level The cycle has not yet started SES 3000B 09:00 From the Open Door, Close Door, or Cycle Start screens (Or any other screen where the spanner symbol is displayed): SES 3000B 09:00 Press to view the Settings menu. SES 3000B 09:00 Cycle Type...
15 Cycle Logger Application The digital storage of cycle data replaces the need SES 3000B (or SES 3020B). If you are backing-up more for a traditional paper printer. than one unit, you may want to add the autoclave Serial Number to the title as well. To view and print the files, transfer the files on to a PC using the USB memory stick.
Application Not Loading Apply and OK. You must have Administrator rights to load If problems still persist and you contact Eschmann programs. This is accessed on your PC via Start/ we will need to know about your computer system. Control Panel/User Accounts.
[CSB] cycle started by Note: In order for the printer to operate it must first [CAB] cycle aborted by be activated by an Eschmann or Eschmann trained engineer. [LRB] load retrieved by [LRT] time user retrieved load With careful storage and avoiding sunlight, printed (“all data”...
1. Empty the chamber. DB 9804. 2. Select and run a T2 cycle. (Refer to Sections 6 & 7). Contact Eschmann for details on the automatic control T3 : Steam Penetration test for HTM2010. 1. Load the autoclave with only the Helix Test Device, as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
Eschmann. • Applicable to dental implant kits. • The Eschmann tray lifter must be used to load and • Only process one implant kit per cycle, without any unload Eschmann trays, HFITs, pouch rack and other load.
The tray carrier (load configuration) can be rotated through 90 degrees when inserted into the chamber The Eschmann tray lifter must be used to load and to provide either three or five levels for holding trays/ unload Eschmann trays, HFITs, pouch rack and basket.
Typical Loads 10 x 10 x HfiT10 HfiT20 Half tray Standard tray cassettes cassettes Long tray Single-wrapped full load in 11-rung pouch rack (8704066) Porous full load using porous mounted in the tray carrier load basket 8727220 Single-wrapped items in 11-rung pouch rack Implant kit cassette and one level of solid load Note that implant kits must be processed...
Drain the fresh water and waste water reservoirs daily. Note: If we request that the product is returned • Check the drain tube (Part No. 115036) and the to Eschmann, it must be decontaminated first. We will connector regularly. Replace if damaged. request a certificate. •...
Power autoclave off. Remove any item plugged into the USB port (Fig. 1, item 7). the screen is blank Power autoclave on. If unsuccessful, contact Eschmann. Advisory Code Table The autoclave continually checks that it is able to run a All advisory Screens are identified internally using cycle and sterilise the load to the required standard.
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Advisory Advisory Description Action screens code SYSTEM Leak Test Fail Leave autoclave to cool. Run test cycle again. STOPPED Visually check door seal. Clean mating face. Leak Test Pressure Rise Ensure chamber is dry. Run test cycle again. Door Not Closed Power autoclave off / on.
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Unknown Sensor Power autoclave off / on. Run cycle again. Press OK to clear the system stop screen. If Wrong unit type persistent contact Eschmann. Press OK to clear the system stop screen. If Unknown unit type persistent contact Eschmann.
(Sterilisation times can be increased to a max of 30 mins by an Test cycles (Approx): T1: 20 mins; T2: SES 3000B: 15 mins, SES Eschmann or Eschmann trained engineer). 3020B: 18 mins; T3: SES 3000B: 19 mins, SES 3020B: 23 mins.
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Incorrect PIN: 2 beeps 100ms SAFETY FEATURES Eschmann autoclaves are designed to be safe and effective. No changes should be made to them except by an Eschmann or Eschmann trained engineer. In particular, the following safety features must not be interfered with, circumvented or overridden:- •...
Cycle Compliance Chart In accordance with BS EN 13060 the recommended type tests for the listed B type and N type cycles are: Sterilisation Cycle Type and Cycle Number Type Tests B type cycle N type cycle ü Dynamic steriliser chamber pressure ü...
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Detailed B Type Cycle Information Typical B Type cycle pressure diagram showing stages and cycle codes Note: For cycles with drying there are multiple drying pulses then the chamber is returned to atmospheric drying pressure. vacuum heat (can be cancelled) Progress Stage Detail Indicator...
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Detailed N Type Cycle Information Typical N Type cycle pressure diagram showing stages and cycle codes Note: For cycles with drying there are multiple drying pulses then the chamber is returned to atmospheric drying pressure.. vacuum heat (can be cancelled) Progress Stage Detail Indicator...
Appendix 6 : Accessories For prices and ordering call Eschmann, telephone 01903 753322 Ingenuity in infection control since 1830 Essential Test Devices and Logbook 8793436 Essential Helix test (x 250) Log Book Decontamination equipment 8793547 Essential TST (x 250) ‘B’ Type Vacuum...
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Eschmann spare and workmanship at the time of delivery. parts. Eschmann will be under no liability for any defect arising from Eschmann products are supported by a worldwide network of fully fair wear and tear, negligence, wilful damage, misuse, abnormal trained engineers, offering high quality Eschmann spare parts.
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