KaVo GENTLEsilence LUX gold 8000B User manual

Instructions for use
GENTLEsilence LUX gold 8000B - REF
1.006.5500

Sales:
KaVo Dental GmbH
Bismarckring 39
D-88400 Biberach
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Manufacturer:
Kaltenbach & Voigt GmbH
Bismarckring 39
D-88400 Biberach
www.kavo.com

Contents 1
Contents
Contents ................................................................................................................................................................. 1
User instructions ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Warranty terms and conditions ............................................................................................................................7
Safety ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Description of safety instructions .........................................................................................................................9
Purpose – Proper use ........................................................................................................................................11
Safety instructions ............................................................................................................................................. 13
Product description ............................................................................................................................................... 17
Technical data ................................................................................................................................................... 18
Transportation and storage conditions .............................................................................................................. 19
First use ................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Attach the MULTIflex coupling ..........................................................................................................................21

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Check the amount of water ...............................................................................................................................22
Check the pressure ...........................................................................................................................................23
Check O-rings ...................................................................................................................................................25
Operation .............................................................................................................................................................. 26
Mount the medical device ..................................................................................................................................27
Remove the medical device ..............................................................................................................................29
Insert the milling cutters or diamond grinders ...................................................................................................30
Removing the milling tool or diamond grinder ................................................................................................... 34
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................... 36
Exchanging the O-rings on the coupling on the supply hose ............................................................................ 36
Cleaning the spray nozzle. ................................................................................................................................ 37
Change the water filter ......................................................................................................................................39
Preparation methods according to ISO 17664 ..................................................................................................... 40
Preparation at the site of use ............................................................................................................................40

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Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................41
Cleaning: Manual cleaning of the exterior ................................................................................................... 42
Cleaning: Manual cleaning of the inside ..................................................................................................... 43
Cleaning: Machine cleaning of the exterior and interior .............................................................................. 44
Disinfection ........................................................................................................................................................45
Disinfection: Manual disinfection of the the exterior .................................................................................... 46
Disinfection: Manual disinfection of the interior ........................................................................................... 48
Disinfection: Machine disinfection of the exterior and interior ..................................................................... 49
Drying ................................................................................................................................................................50
Care products and systems - Servicing .............................................................................................................51
Care products and systems - Servicing: Care with KAVOspray .................................................................. 52
Care products and systems - Servicing: Care of the KaVo SPRAYrotor .................................................... 54
Care products and systems - Servicing: Care with KaVo QUATTROcare .................................................. 55
Packaging ..........................................................................................................................................................57
Sterilisation ........................................................................................................................................................58
Storage ..............................................................................................................................................................60
Auxiliary equipment .............................................................................................................................................. 61

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User instructions 5
User instructions
Dear user,
KaVo hopes that you enjoy your new high-quality product. Following the
instructions below will allow you to work smoothly, economically and safely.
© Copyright by KaVo Dental GmbH
Symbols
See the section Safety/Warning Symbols
Important information for users and technicians

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Disinfectable with heat
Sterilizable in steam up to 135°C (275°F)
CE mark (Communauté Européenne). A product with this mark
meets the requirements of the applicable EC directive.
Action request
Target group
This document is intended for dentists and their assistants. The section on
starting up is also intended for service technicians.

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Warranty terms and conditions
The following warranty conditions apply to this KaVo medical device:
KaVo provides the end customer with a warranty of proper function and
guarantees zero defects in respect of material and processing for a period
of 24 months from data of invoice, subject to the following conditions:
In case of justified complaints, KaVo will honour its warranty with a repair
or free replacement. Other claims of any nature whatsoever, in particular
with respect to compensation, are excluded. In the event of default, gross
negligence or intent, this shall only apply in the absence of mandatory legal
regulations to the contrary.
KaVo cannot be held liable for defects and their consequences that are or
may be due to natural wear, improper handling, cleaning or maintenance,
non-compliance with operating or connection instructions, calcination or
corrosion, contaminated air or water supplies or chemical or electrical fac‐
tors deemed abnormal or impermissible in accordance with KaVo's instru‐
ctions for use or other manufacturer specifications. The warranty does not

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usually cover lamps, light conductors made of glass and glass fibres, glas‐
sware, rubber parts and the colourfastness of plastic parts.
No liability is assumed when defects or their consequences arise from ma‐
nipulations or changes to the product by the customer or a third party.
Service warranty claims will only be accepted if the product is submitted
along with proof of purchase in the form of a copy of the invoice/delivery
note. The dealer, purchase date, unit number or type and serial number
must be clearly visible on this document.

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Description of safety instructions
Warning symbol
Structure
DANGER
The introduction describes the type and source of the hazard.
This section describes the potential consequences of non-observance.
▶ The optional step contains necessary measures for avoiding hazards.
Description of hazardous steps
The safety instructions cited herein with the three levels of danger will help
avert property damage and injury.

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CAUTION
CAUTION
indicates a hazardous situation that can lead to property damage or minor
to moderate injury.
WARNING
WARNING
indicates a hazardous situation that can lead to serious injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER
indicates a maximum hazardous situation that can directly cause serious
injury or death.

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Purpose – Proper use
This medical device is:
▪ Only intended for dental treatment. Any other type of use or alteration
to the product is impermissible and can be hazardous. The medical
device is intended for the following use: Removal of carious material,
cavities and crown preparations, removal of fillings, processing of tooth
and restoration surfaces.
▪ A medical device according to relevant national statutory regulations.
According to these provisions, this medical device may only be used for the
described application by a knowledgeable user. The following must be ob‐
served:
▪ the applicable health and safety regulations
▪ the applicable accident prevention regulations
▪ these instructions for use
According to these provisions, the user is required to:

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▪ only use properly operating equipment,
▪ use the equipment for the proper purpose,
▪ to protect himself, the patient and third parties from danger.
▪ to avoid contamination from the product.

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Safety instructions
CAUTION
Premature wear and malfunction due to improper storage or longer peri‐
ods of nonuse.
Reduced product life.
▶ The medical device should be cleaned, serviced and placed in a dry
stored location according to instructions before long periods of non‐
use.
CAUTION
Injury or damage due to wear.
Irregular running noise, significant vibration, overheating, imbalance or
insufficient grip.
▶ Stop work and seek service support.

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Note
For safety reasons, we recommend that the tool holder system be checked
annually after the warranty period expires.
CAUTION
Hazard from improperly putting away instruments.
Injury and infection caused by chucked cutters or grinders.
Damage to the chucking system when the instrument fails.
▶ After treatment, place the cutter or grinder properly in the cradle wi‐
thout the tool.
WARNING
Hazard from contraindication.
If the soft tissue in the oral cavity is injured, the compressed air may enable
septic substances to enter the tissue.
▶ Treatment must be discontinued with instruments operated by com‐
pressed air when soft tissue is damaged in the oral cavity.

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CAUTION
Burning hazard from hot instrument cover.
If the instrument overheats, burns may arise in the oral area.
▶ Never contact soft tissue with the instrument head.
The following individuals are authorised to repair and service KaVo pro‐
ducts:
▪ The technicians of KaVo branches throughout the world
▪ Special technicians especially trained by KaVo
CAUTION
Hazard from use as a light probe.
Do not use the device as a light probe since the rotating cutter or grinder
can cause injury.
▶ For additional illumination of the oral cavity or preparation site, use a
suitable light probe such as the KaVo DIAlux 2300L.
To ensure proper function, the medical device must be set up according to
the methods described in the KaVo instructions for use, and the care pro‐

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ducts and methods described therein must be used. KaVo recommends
specifying a service interval at the dental office for a licensed shop to clean,
service and check the functioning of the medical device. This service in‐
terval should take into account the frequency of use.
Service may only be provided by repair shops that have undergone training
by KaVo and that use original KaVo replacement parts.

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Product description
GENTLEsilence LUX gold 8000B (Mat. no. 1.006.5500)

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Technical data
Minimum pressure 2,1 bar
Drive pressure 2.1 to 4.2 bar
recommendation 2.8 bar
Air consumption 39 to 51 Nl/min.
Idle speed 330,000 to 380,000 rpm
Recommended operating pressure 2 to 3 N
Attachable to all MULTIflex (LUX) couplings.