To ensure your autoclave gives you the years of service for which it was designed, it is important to remember a few "do's" and "dont's" with
regards to the operation of the unit and to carry out the simple care and maintenance procedures on a weekly basis.
Do ensure that....
1....you read these instructions and always follow the operating
sequence.
2....the work surface on which you will place the autoclave is flat and
solid.
3....the instruments are designed to withstand the sterilizing
temperatures selected, are thoroughly cleaned and rinsed before
sterilizing, and are not any longer than the length, or exceed the
load weight, specified - see "Technical data" section.
4....the water level is maintained regularly with clean distilled or de-
ionised water only.
5....the unit is in a "draught free" environment and is positioned not
less than 250mm from adjacent walls.
6....you only use green sealing gasket (219500) and that it is
changed at the end of it's life, if visibly damaged, or when
shrinkage has occurred, see "Fault mode - 5".
7.....the lid is securely closed when the unit is not in use, to avoid the
risk of accidental damage.
Never leave in position as shown in F1.
8....you quote your model details, serial number and date of
purchase when contacting Prestige Medical or your supplier.
Do not....
1....touch the unit whilst in operation - it gets H OT.
2....attempt to remove the lid during operation.
3....lose this operating instruction manual
4....add any chemicals whatsoever to the water.
5....attempt to sterilize volatile substances toxic materials or
inappropriate loads.
6....place the unit on heat sensitive surfaces polished wood or glass.
7....open the Depressurization Valve (A) during the sterilization cycle.
8... leave the Depressurization Valve (A) in the "open" position when
placing the lid upside down on a work surface.
9... immerse the unit or electrical cord in water when cleaning.
10. use abrasive materials or lubricants when cleaning.
11..drop or abuse the unit.
12..use in areas of risk associated with flammable materials or
gasses.
13..attempt to change fuses until the unit has been unplugged from
the mains. O nly qualified persons should change fuses.
14..reach over the unit when removing cover, to do so may cause
burns from rising heat and steam.
15..press start button once cycle has been started as this will re-set
the cycle timer to zero.
En g lish
Co nti n u e d O p e r a tio n
Care and Maintenance.
Disconnect the autoclave from the mains power supply
Green Sealing G asket.
1. Remove from inside the lid and clean with warm, soapy water.
2. Rinse thoroughly, shake dry, do not wipe.
3. Replace in the lid by tucking evenly under all lugs starting at the
G asket O ffset Device. It may appear slightly wrinkled until used.
4. Replace gasket when it begins to show signs of leakage.
Autoclave.
6. If a new gasket leaks, or a persistent leak develops, gently clean
the sealing surface of both the lid and body of the unit with a
"Scotchbrite" scrubbing pad making sure you do not remove any
metal. Rinse both surfaces but do not dry.
7. Clean both interior and exterior with warm, soapy water ensuring
the electrical parts are kept dry.
8. Monitor the first cycle of the day to check the Air Bleed Device,
which is located inside the lid, audibly "clicks" shut.
9. Prestige Medical recommend that your unit is calibrated at six
monthly intervals.
10. Lubricate underside of body lugs with "vaseline" if the lid
becomes stiff.
DO N OT LUBRICATE GASKET
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WARNIN G!
before cleaning.