DentalEZ StarDental Solara QT User manual

Handpiece Operation
Cleaning & Sterilization
Solara QT High Speed Handpieces are designed to t a StarDental 360° quick disconnect swivel. The Solara QT connects
to standard 4-line ISO ber optic tubing and standard 4/6-line ISO ber optic tubing.
• Specications
• Handpiece Installation
• Handpiece Operation
• Safety Rules
• Lubrication - For Lubricated
Handpieces ONLY
• Cleaning & Sterilization
Contents
Type: High speed ber optic with a swivel & replaceable turbine. (Swivel sold separately.)
Operating Air Pressure: 30 to 34 psi
Air Consumption: 2.0 SCFM @ 34 psi
No Load Speed: 430,000 rpm
Connection: 360° quick disconnect swivel with 4-line ISO conguration & ber optics.
4/6 line ISO ber optic tubing.
Power: 18 watts
Weight: 32.8g
Specications (Nominal)
Note: This joint loosens over time, resulting in loss
of power. Check for tightness periodically.
Note: Filter air and water supplies, recommended ltration: 25 microns. Soften and deionize water. Be sure lters operate efciently.
Handpiece Installation
1. Grasp the swivel in front of the bearing assembly between the thumb
and index nger as shown.
2. Slide tubing coupler until the end of the ISO connector is exposed;
hold in hand as shown with ngers securing the tubing.
3. Align and insert swivel tubes into the ISO connector holes.
4. While applying slight pressure to hold ttings in the connector holes,
slide coupler forward and engage threads. Continue threading
coupler clockwise until hand tight against the swivel.
5. Using the wrench as shown, tighten the swivel to tubing coupler
until snug. Be sure to turn tubing coupler, not swivel.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Connect handpiece to swivel.
• Troubleshooting
• Turbine Replacement
• Replacement Part Numbers
• Warranty
Sterilizable up to 135°C
135°C
Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a dentist.
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StarDental® Instruments
Solara® QT High-Speed Handpiece Includes LubeFree and Lubricated Instruction Manual
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Non-Sterile
Medical Device
DO NOT USE FOR ORAL SURGERY
Swivel ISO Connector
Tubing
Coupler
Tubing
Bearing
Assembly
BEFORE OPERATING THE HANDPIECE, CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.
Indications For Use
The Solara®QT High Speed Dental Handpieces are pneumatically driven, hand-held devices intended for use by trained
dental professionals for drilling in the oral cavity. Procedures include, but are not limited to, caries removal, restorative
work and crown preparations.
1. Air Pressure –
To prevent premature damage to the turbine, do not exceed 34 psi when using a HiFlo swivel.
Use an air pressure gauge, StarDental Part #262591 for 4/6-Line, set pressure to 30-34 psi.
If a gauge is not available, set pressure at delivery head allowing 1 psi pressure loss for every foot of tubing. (See
Specications for recommended operational pressure.)
For example, if you want to operate at 34 psi and you are using either 5 feet or 12 feet of tubing, then the pressure should
be set at the delivery head to compensate for the air pressure losses.
5 feet tubing 34 psi + 5 psi = 39 psi
12 feet tubing 34 psi + 12 psi = 46 psi
2. Water Pressure –
Adjust water volume at the delivery head to obtain a satisfactory spray stream, 30 cc/m is recommended.
3. Non-StarDental 6-pin Fiber Optic System:
If the handpiece is connected to a non-StarDental 6-pin F.O. system, consult your operator’s manual of F.O. system for
correct voltage. Non-StarDental F.O. systems must have a rated amperage output between 1.5 Amps dc and .73 Amps
dc at 3.1 Vdc. Use StarDental Part # 262962 bulb for non-StarDental F.O. systems that meet these requirements. Adjust
the voltage per instructions with the 3.1 VDC bulb.
If the non-StarDental 6-pin F.O. system has a rated amperage output of at least 1.5 Amps dc at 3.3 VDC, then the StarDental
Part #262522 bulb may be used. Adjust the voltage per instructions with the 3.3 VDC bulb.
Air and Water Adjustment
NOTICE
Use standard length concentric diamond and carbide burs; all burs to have .0628"
nominal diameter friction grip shanks designed for high speed handpieces. Every
StarDental Diamond Bur meets the specications below for recommended lengths.
Contact your dealer for a complete list of StarDental Diamond Burs. StarDental
autochuck turbines have the following bur requirements:
1. To remove, grasp handpiece rmly so your thumb touches the end cap and
push until a slight ‘click’ is noticed.
2. Pull bur straight out.
3. Release end cap.
NOTE:Do not use burs that produce excessive noise or do not run concentrically.
Do not use burs that are modied, eccentrically designed, or are bent or ‘soft’ (non-heat treated) shanks.
Autochuck Bur Changing System
1. Insert bur into autochuck until resistance is felt.
2. Depress autochuck end cap button and continue to feed-in bur until it clicks
and stops.
3. Release end cap button. Now, apply light inward force to the dental bur. This
will help set the chucking mechanism for initial start up. (Always tug on bur
after it has been installed to conrm that it is secure).
Use only burs with hardened, tempered steel shanks or carbide shanks. Every
StarDental Diamond Bur maintains required hardness. Before use, verify concentric
rotation by operating handpiece outside the oral cavity in a safe place.
Never depress the autochuck end cap button or rest the end cap against any part of the oral anatomy
during handpiece operation. Depressing the end cap while a bur is rotating can activate the chuck
mechanism and result in end cap heat-up and/or loss of bur retention.
CAUTION
Autochuck Bur Changing System
Maximum
24.0 mm
OVERALL LENGTH
Minimum
7.3 mm
Shank Length
CAUTION
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To minimize risk of serious injury:
• Always insert bur the full length of the chuck. If you attempt to extend it from the chuck, the bur may dislodge during use
and possibly injure you or your patient.
To minimize risk of injury or damage to handpiece or auto chuck:
• Replace turbine when handpiece does not run at full speed or runs noisily.
• Use only recommended burs. An improperly clamped or bent bur, usually indicated by sudden high-pitched sound or
increased vibration during use, may dislodge injuring you or your patient.
• Follow these safety instructions:
- Conrm bur is secure by tugging on it after it is loaded
- Verify concentric rotation by operating handpiece outside oral cavity. Do not use if it does not run concentrically or
runs with excessive noise.
- Do not operate handpiece without an installed bur.
- Always use burs with overall length of less than 24mm. Shank length must be at least 7.3 mm. This includes most short
shank burs. (see Handpiece Operation)
- When using autochuck, never depress end cap while bur is rotating.
CAUTION It is the responsibility of the user to use only FDA compliant sterilizing equipment and accessories
that are capable of meeting the manufacturers recommendations below.
CAUTION Do not exceed 135°C
To prevent damage to the bur, use an autoclavable bur block.
Do not use:
• dry heat sterilizer • cold sterilizers • ultrasonic cleaners
• chemical disinfectors • immersion techniques • surgical milk
• surface wipes • hand soaps • detergents
• sterilizer bags •surface sprays
containing disinfectants
Limits On Reprocessing Repeated processing has minimal effect on this handpiece. End of life is normally determined
by wear and damage due to use.
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING Clean and sterilize handpieces and burs as soon as practical before rst use and after each patient.
Containment and
transportation: It is recommended that handpieces are reprocessed as soon as is reasonably practical following use.
Preparation for cleaning: Remove handpiece from swivel. No further disassembly is required.
Cleaning - Automated: Washer-disinfectors are not recommended.
Cleaning - Manual: Cleaning Handpieces:
Internal Surface
Optical Surface
(1 of 2)
Remove debris from external surfaces using a small
brush and isopropyl alcohol. Clean internal
surfaces of the handpiece at the swivel connection
location using a small brush and isopropyl alcohol.
Optical surfaces can be cleaned with a cotton swab
soaked in isopropyl alcohol. Dry thoroughly.
Repeat after each patient.
Cleaning Diamond Burs:
• After each use, clean the diamond bur by running it against a wet diamond cleaning stone.
• To mechanically clean, the diamond bur should be held in a solution of either enzymatic
presoak, Sparkl® Dental Instrument Cleaner StarDental Part# 205472, or water.
• Rinse the bur thoroughly and allow it to dry, then Sterilize – See Sterilization.
Lubrication: Lubricate - For Lubricated Handpieces ONLY - See 'Lubrication' instruction section
Disinfection: Use steam sterilization exclusively for complete sterility as outlined below.
Maintenance: Use Junk-Out High Speed Chuck Cleaner Kit (263790) once a week prior to sterilization to
ensure optimum working condition of the chuck. Instructions for cleaning the chuck are
included in the Junk-Out kit.
See Turbine Replacement section of this manual for additional information.
Handpiece should be routinely maintained, checked for corrosion, worn parts, etc. and should
be replaced on an as needed basis.
Inspection & function testing: See Handpiece Operation or Troubleshooting sections of this manual.
Packaging: Single: A standard sterilization packaging material must be used. Ensure that the pack is large
enough to contain the handpiece without stressing the seals.
In sets: Handpieces may be loaded into dedicated instrument trays or general purpose
sterilization trays. Ensure that cutting edges are protected and do not exceed the tray
manufacturer’s limit per tray. Wrap the trays using appropriate packaging materials and methods.
Wrapped Instrument
Sterilization: Gravity Type Autoclave: Pre-Vacuum Autoclave: • Minimum of 15 minutes at 132° C • Minimum of 4 minutes at 132° C
• Minimum of 30 minutes at 121° C
Do not exceed 135° C
Drying: Dry the handpiece for 30 minutes minimum using the sterilization dry cycle and allow the
handpiece to cool to room temperature in bag prior to use. If moisture is present, increase your
sterilizer dry cycle appropriately.
Storage: Store in bag after sterilization until ready to use.
Additional information: Do not exceed the sterilizer manufacturer’s guidelines for load capacity.
Manufacturer contact: See front or back panels of this manual.
LUBRICATED Ceramic Bearing Turbine:
For maximum turbine life do not exceed recommended pressure.
Note: Lubricate handpiece daily with DentaLube II , StarDentalPart #262539, and prior to
each sterilization procedure.
1. Disconnect handpiece.
2. Assemble the conical red tip applicator, StarDental Part #202954, into the DentaLubeII bottle cap.
3. Find drive air tube at rear of handpiece and place three drops of DentaLube II.
(See illustrations for more detail).
Note: Never operate handpiece without bur in place.
4. With bur in place connect handpiece to tubing, operate for 20 seconds to expel excess
lubricant.
StarDental®
Instrument Solutions
Red Tip
Applicator Drive Air Tube
Water
Drive Air
Coolant
Air
Lubrication - For Lubricated Handpieces ONLY
NOTICE LubeFree Handpieces Contain A LubeFree Ceramic Bearing Turbine -
This turbine uses a sophisticated ceramic bearing design and, therefore, requires no lubrication. To ensure
the life of, and to prevent damage to, this turbine - do not lubricate it. If it gets lubricated even once, it MUST
then continue to be lubricated for the rest of its life.
Wrench
Tubing Coupler
Turn tubing coupler
while holding
swivel in place
NOTICE Any serious incident occurring from the use of this device should be reported to StarDental immediately. If incident occurred
in a EU Member State the Competent Authority must be notied.

Troubleshooting
Turbine Replacement
Note: Replace the turbine when the handpiece fails to achieve full speed and/or increases sharply in noise level. The
replacement cartridge is available from your dealer and is easily replaced in the ofce. When ordering a replacement, be
sure to order StarDental LubeFree Autochuck Turbine Replacement Kit - See Replacement Part Numbers.
1. Remove old end cap and turbine assembly.
2. Inspect housing before cleaning. Remove any obvious debris to prevent damage and to ensure performance of turbine.
3. Connect handpiece and run air through turbine housing without turbine installed for 5 seconds.
4. Clean housing thoroughly with cotton swab and isopropyl alcohol. Dry with syringe air.
5. Place turbine assembly into housing and gently insert as shown.
6. Position and engage threads of new end cap into the housing by hand until snug.
7. Tighten end cap with the combination end cap wrench employing the wrench opening marked AC as shown. Position
the wrench with marked side facing end cap for best wrench control.
Note: Swivel assemblies sold separately.
Solara®QT Fiber Optic Handpiece with LubeFree Autochuck Turbine .....................................................................................265718
Solara®QT Fiber Optic Handpiece with Lubricated Autochuck Turbine ..................................................................................265791
LubeFree Autochuck Turbine Replacement Kit .....................................................................................................................................263739
Replacement End Cap ......................................................................................................................................................................................261294
End Cap Wrench ................................................................................................................................................................................................203048
Swivel Assembly: HiFlo 4-line Fiber Optic ...............................................................................................................................................263758
Rear Seal, HiFlo 4-line Fiber Optic Swivel (Package of 3) ..................................................................................................................263734
StarBright® Plug n' Play™ LED Swivel Assembly.....................................................................................................................................265646
HiFlo 6-Pin Swivel, 3.3 volts............................................................................................................................................................................263772
HiFlo 6-Pin Swivel, 3.1 volts............................................................................................................................................................................263773
Rear Seal, HiFlo 6-pin Fiber Optic Swivel (Package of 3) ...................................................................................................................263770
Replacement Lamp, 6-pin 3.3 Vdc for swivel connected to StarBright F.O. System (Package of 2)................................. 262522
Replacement Lamp, 3.1 Vdc 6-pin for swivel connected to non-Star F.O. System (Package of 2)....................................262962
Swivel O-Ring Kit for All StarDental Swivels (2 Large, 2 Small) ...................................................................................................... 259884
Air Pressure Gauge (ISO 4/6-line)................................................................................................................................................................262591
Cleaning Wire (Gauge: 0.008, Package of 2).............................................................................................................................................256719
Junk-Out High-Speed Chuck Cleaner.........................................................................................................................................................263790
SPARKL® Dental Instrument Cleaner ........................................................................................................................................................ 205472
DentaLube II........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 262539
Always insist on StarDental Parts for best performance.
Replacement Part Numbers
Description Item Number
Problem: NO LIGHT OR INTERMITTENT LIGHT
Cause: Electrical connections
Correction: Verify connections: wall outlet-power pack, power pack-lamp control, and lamp control-tubing connector.
Cause: Crimped signal air line to lamp control
Correction: Straighten signal air line to allow air ow.
Cause: Corrosion on lamp contact pins
Correction: If 6-pin swivel, remove lamp from swivel. Clean lamp contact pins with isopropyl alcohol.
Cause: Swivel lamp burned out
Correction: Replace Xenon-Halogen lamp with StarDental® Part #262522, or, when operating with a non-StarDental
6-pin F.O. system, use StarDental Part #262962. (Consult your Operator’s Manual for correct voltage.)
Note: See Handpiece Installation, Non-Star 6-pin F.O. System.
Problem: YELLOWISH LIGHT
Cause: Debris on optical surfaces
Correction: Clean all exposed optical surfaces. (Refer to Cleaning.)
Problem: REDUCED LIGHT
Cause: Low voltage
Correction: Refer to StarBright®Fiber Optic Electrical System & Handpiece Tubing Instruction Manual or
contact StarDental Customer Service at 1-866-DTE-INFO.
Cause: Swivel lamp burned out
Correction: Replace Xenon-Halogen lamp with StarDental® Part #262522, or, when operating with a non-StarDental
6-pin F.O. system, use StarDental Part #262962. (Consult your Operator’s Manual for correct voltage.)
Note: See Handpiece Installation, Non-Star 6-pin F.O. System.
Problem: LACK OF POWER
Cause: Air pressure too low
Correction: Verify proper handpiece air pressure. (Refer to Handpiece Installation.)
Cause: Crimped tubing
Correction: Straighten tubing inside and outside delivery head.
Cause: Debris buildup
Correction: Clean inside of housing and end cap with swab and alcohol.
Cause: Worn out turbine
Correction: Refer to Turbine Replacement.
Cause: Swivel not threaded fully onto tubing
Correction: Refer to Handpiece Installation.
Problem: WATER LEAKAGE
Cause: Brittle handpiece and/or swivel rear seal
Correction: Replace rear seal for 4-line, “Green” StarDental Part #202897, and for 6-line,
“Green” StarDental Part #262520. For 4-line HiFlo swivel, replace “Black” StarDental
Part #263734 and for 6-pin HiFlo swivel, “Black” StarDental Part #263770.
Cause: Swivel O-rings worn
Correction: Replace both O-rings at the front of swivel using StarDental Swivel O-ring Kit.
See Replacement Part Numbers.
Problem: SWIVEL WILL NOT DISENGAGE FROM HANDPIECE
Cause: Buildup of debris
Correction: Place two drops of DentaLube II into swivel/tubing connector area. Rotate swivel to circulate lube.
Disengage handpiece. Contact dealer if unable to disengage swivel.
To prevent recurrence, refer to Cleaning
Problem: IMPROPER SPRAY
Cause: Clogged lters, tubes or water ports
Correction: Inspect and clean water lter in delivery head. Disconnect handpiece.
Depress foot control; verify water exits the swivel.
(If water does not come from swivel, refer to the swivel's instruction manual.)
Cause: Brittle handpiece rear seal
Correction: Replace rear seal
Cause: Swivel O-rings worn
Correction: Replace both O-rings at the front of swivel using StarDental Swivel O-ring Kit.
See Replacement Part Numbers.
Cause: Clogged spray ports
Correction: Use clean-out wire to unclog ports.
Clean debris
from inside
of housing
Bearings
Swivel O-rings at
the front of the
swivel
Center
Spray
Tube
LubeFree
Autochuck Turbine Assembly
Wrench
Opening Housing
Problem: BUR LOCKS IN AUTOCHUCK
Cause: Debris build-up in chucking mechanism
Correction: Clean with Junk-Out Chuck Cleaner Part Number 263790
Cause: Use of non-ISO burs
Correction: Always use ISO burs.
Problem: BUR SLIPS IN AUTOCHUCK
Cause: Debris build-up in chucking mechanism
Correction: Clean with Junk-Out Chuck Cleaner Part Number 263790
Cause: Use of non-ISO burs
Correction: Always use ISO burs.
Note: Always use ISO burs to prevent locking and slipping of burs in autochuck. If problems of locking and slipping con-
tinue, replace worn autochuck turbine immediately with StarDental LubeFree Autochuck Turbine Replacement Kit - See
Replacement Part Numbers. If any problem persists, contact dealer for further assistance; or, contact StarDental Technical
Service at 1-866-DTE-INFO.
Spray Port
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NUMBER from the Customer Service Department. The RA Number must appear clearly marked on both the outside and
inside of the returned product carton. When calling for a return authorization number you will be asked to provide the
following information:
To Obtain A
Return Authorization
Number Call
1-866-DTE-INFO
• Product Name, Model Number or Part Number
• Serial Number of Product
• Dealer Return Purchase Order Number
• Reason For Return
• Copy of Invoice Showing Purchase
Items will be evaluated. Return Authorization Number is not a guarantee for credit. Your cooperation with this procedure
will help us expedite processing of any returns.
Limited Warranty
O-Rings and Seals are specically excluded from this warranty.
DentalEZ®warrants the Solara®QT Handpieces for 1 year from the date of purchase* with the exception of the ber
optic glass which carries a warranty for 5 years from date of handpiece purchase*.
Please note the following additional terms of our warranty policy:
• Warranties cover manufacturing defects only and do not cover defects resulting from abuse, improper handling,
cleaning, care or maintenance, normal wear and tear or non-observance of operating, maintenance or installation
instructions. Failure to use authorized parts or an authorized repair facility voids this warranty.
• Liability is limited to repair or replacement of the defective product at our sole discretion. All other
liabilities, in particular liability for damages, including, without limitation, consequential or incidental
damages are excluded.
• THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO EMPLOYEE, REPRESENTATIVE
OR DEALER IS AUTHORIZED TO CHANGE THIS WARRANTY IN ANY WAY OR TO GRANT ANY OTHER WARRANTY.
*Provided conditions in warranty are met.
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