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Table of contents
1 Scope of validity ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1 General ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Designation and type of the unit .................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 EC – Declaration of Conformity ...................................................................................................................................... 2
2 Information on safe operation ............................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Explanation of symbols .................................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Transport damage ........................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.3 Operator’s obligations .................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.4 Unit book ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
2.5 Safety instructions .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
3 Use in accordance with specifications ................................................................................................................. 4
3.1 Working rules .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
4 Scope of delivery .................................................................................................................................................... 5
5 Description of the unit ............................................................................................................................................ 5
6 Setting up, installation and putting into operation .............................................................................................. 6
7 Working with the Palamat Premium ...................................................................................................................... 7
7.1 Pressure pot ................................................................................................................................................................... 7
7.2 Filling with water ............................................................................................................................................................. 7
7.2.1 Overtemperature protection ........................................................................................................................................... 8
7.3 Polymerization ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
7.3.1 Edit program ................................................................................................................................................................... 8
7.3.2 Display settings .............................................................................................................................................................. 8
7.3.3 Start & pause a process ................................................................................................................................................. 9
7.4 Draining the contaminated water ................................................................................................................................... 9
7.5 Putting out of operation .................................................................................................................................................. 9
7.5.1 Disposal of old equipment according to WEEE ............................................................................................................. 9
8 Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
9 Technical data ........................................................................................................................................................ 10
10 Information on malfunctions ................................................................................................................................ 10
11 Service ................................................................................................................................................................... 11
12 Document history ................................................................................................................................................. 12
Operating Instructions
Polymerization unit for hot- and cold-curing resins

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1 Scope of validity
1.1 General
Palamat®Premium is a registered trademark of Kulzer.
Name and address of the manufacturer: Kulzer GmbH
Leipziger Straße 2
63450 Hanau / Germany
These operating instructions apply to:
Order no. Type Features Edition
66057661
66057662
66057663
Palamat Premium 100 V
Palamat Premium 120 V
Palamat Premium 230 / 240 V
2019 / 04 99001462 / 11
1.2 Designation and type of the unit
Designation of the machine Type of machine Valid from Serial no.
Polymerization unit for cold- and hot-curing resins Palamat Premium 2019-04-001
1.3 EC – Declaration of Conformity
We, Kulzer GmbH, Leipziger Straße 2, 63450 Hanau
(Germany), hereby declare that the design, structure
and version introduced to the market of the unit
described below correspond to the relevant safety
and health requirements of the EU Directive.
This declaration shall become invalid in the event
of an alteration made to the unit without our prior
authorisation.

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2 Information on safe operation
2.1 Explanation of symbols
Symbol Text Explanation
Attention! Safety-relevant chapters and sections within these operating
instructions.
Note! Information within the operating instructions on the optimum use
of the unit.
Hot surface! Hot surface.
Risk of getting burned.
3 ... 10 bars
or designation
LUFT / AIR
Compressed air
supply
Connection – operating pressure 3 to10 bars.
or
Pressure release Hot vapor.
Risk of scalding.
or designation
WASSER / WATER
Water drainage Water drainage for emptying the polymerization pot.
WEEE Disposal of old equipment according to WEEE
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG).
Registration certificate according to the
ministry of health of the Russian federation.
2.2 Transport damage
The unit is sensitive to shock, because it contains electrical components. Particular care must therefore be taken
during transportation as well as storage. The equipment shipped by Kulzer was checked thoroughly prior to ship-
ment. The unit is correctly protected and packed when delivered.
Check the unit for damage after receiving it. If it is damaged, report this to the transportation company within 24
hours of delivery. Under no circumstances, install or work with a damaged unit.
2.3 Operator’s obligations
In addition to complying with the statutory regulations specified by the manufacturer, the operator must ensure the statutory
obligations are observed and implemented in the workplace, i.e. he must train his personnel and comply with industrial safety
legislation and any other regulations or laws in force.
For working on and with the machine, the operator must draw up written instructions in understandable form and give these
to his employees in their own language. These instructions must be based on the operating manual and written in light of the
work to be performed.
2.4 Unit book
We recommend to keep a unit book. All tests and essential works (e.g. repair work, modifications) must be documented
in this book.
Caution

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2.5 Safety instructions
The eectiveness of the safety instructions with regard to personnel protection, handling the unit and handling the processed
product is to a large degree dependent on the behaviour of the sta working with the equipment.
Caution!
Prior to initial operation, carefully read through these Operating Instructions and observe the information in
order to avoid errors and subsequent damage, particularly damage to health.
In addition to the instructions in this operating manual, comply with the national laws, regulations,
and directives in your country when setting up and operating the unit.
Hot surface!
The metal surface of the pressure pot may heat up considerably similar to a cooking pot.
Avoid touching the surface.
Caution!
Power cable and plug must be checked for damage prior to operation.
If any damage is found, the unit must not be connected to the mains.
Work on electronic equipment in the unit must be carried out by Kulzer, Kulzer service partners or qualified, specialist
personnel only and when the equipment is in a safe status (de-energised).
Only use authorised original spare parts and accessories. Avoid other parts as they hide unknown risks.
The operability and safety of the unit is only guaranteed if the necessary tests, maintenance and repair work is carried out
by Kulzer, Kulzer service partners or trained, specialist personnel.
For possible damage coming from a fault / malfunction of the unit due to improper repair, which was not carried out by
Kulzer service partners or by personnel trained by us or in cases where original spare / accessory parts were not used
during a part replacement, Kulzer GmbH is not liable.
Caution!
Be careful when filling and emptying the pot!
Risk of short circuit / electric shock owing to water which has penetrated into the unit!
Do not spill water! If required dry the housing with a cloth!
3 Use in accordance with specifications
The Palamat Premium polymerization unit is a laboratory unit for polymerizing cold- and hot-curing resins for dental applications.
The functional design of the unit is specifically matched with processing methods of cold-and hot-curing resins.
The polymerization is performed at an operating pressure of 2 bars which is calibrated by an integrated pressure reduction
valve.
A pressure gauge on the operating panel shows the nominal pressure after pressurization. At a pressure of more than
2.8 bars within the pressure pot the safety valve opens automatically.
3.1 Working rules
Attention!
The following must be observed when working with the unit:
The unit must not be used to heat up or prepare food.
Do not process or use readily flammable materials, liquids or gases.
Do not use any material that causes or promotes the formation of explosive mixtures.
Do not use materials and/or procedures that cause an uncontrolled volume expansion in the pressure pot.
Attention!
Distilled, deionized water or other liquids may not be used!
Use only clean tap water for processing.
Caution:
The device is not intended for use by blind persons due to the optical nature of its operating functions
as well as its warning and error messages.

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4 Scope of delivery
1 x unit, mains plug, operating instructions
1 x Compressed air hose, nozzle, hose clip
Available as special accessories:
66009729 Silicone hose, red
66056911 Flask basket
5 Description of the unit
Front view
1) Cover 4) Pressure Gauge
5) (On/O) power switch with LED indicator
2) Pressure Pot
3) TFT-Display
Supply connections – rear
6) Mains connection with fuse holder 8) Water drain valve & connection
for 8 mm water drain hose
9) Pressure relief with silencer
7) Compressed air connection
Pressure pot interior
10) Air inlet 12) Water outlet
11) Temperature sensor
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Detailed view – operating panel
13) Home button
14) ACTUAL temperature display
15 –18) Interactive push buttons
Bottom
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19) Micro USB connection
6 Setting up, installation and putting into operation
The instrument is to be mounted on a solid, non combustible surface (e.g. laboratory bench (H x W x D): 450 x 315 x 550 mm)
in such a manner as to achieve a secure horizontal position.
Ambient conditions:
Temperature range 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F)
Relative humidity between 30% and 75%
Mains voltage ± 10% from the nominal value
Use only indoors
No direct exposure to UV light
Max. 2.000 m above sea level
Overvoltage category II
Pollution degree 2
Compressed air connection:
Connect to compressed air supply using the connection at the rear of the unit (7). Maximum pressure: 10 bar.
Note!
The compressed air must be clean and dry!
Any guarantee claims shall be excluded in case of malfunctions or damage resulting from
inadequate compressed air supply!
(See special accessories chapter 4.)
Mains connection:
Prior to operating, check whether the nominal voltage corresponds to the value indicated on the type plate
the unit. The unit must be connected to a contact socket with a ground. Only connect the device to a mains
socket with a ground connection.
Unit may only be operated with the enclosed power cord!
Be sure to comply with technical specifications when the mains cable is replaced. The sheathing of the mains
connection cable must be approved for a temperature of 90 °C (194 °F) or higher. See section 9. When using
country-specific mains cables, make sure that the cables are certified in accordance with the electrical rating
data and notes of the relevant standards of the respective country.
Water drainage connection (red silicone hose not included in the scope of delivery):
Connect hose connection with the connection for water drainage (8) at the rear of the unit.
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7 Working with the Palamat Premium
Attention!
Check the content of the shipping carton and compare with the scope of delivery described in the operating
instructions (see chapter 4 scope of delivery).
Prior to operation it must be verified whether the information provided on the type plate correspond with the local
power supply data.
The Palamat Premium polymerization unit features a cold-appliance plug and a safety plug. Power cord and plug
must be checked for damage prior to the use. If any damage is found, the unit must not be connected to the mains
supply.
The Palamat Premium polymerization must be connected to the mains supply via properly installed sockets with
protective conductor connections (protection class I). The user must have easy access to the plug and mains socket.
7.1 Pressure pot
To open the lid (1), locking lever must be in upright position. Turn the lid by 90°, tilt it and remove it from the pressure pot.
After completing the polymerization process, the handle must be in a perpendicular position to open the lid.
The lid can only be removed if it has been lowered into the pot after release of pressure.
The lid is inserted and closed in reverse order. It must ensured that the supporting strut of the lid fits into the grooves on the
pressure pot rim.
Opening and closing the pressure pot
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1) Place handle in perpendicular position and turn lid by 90°
2) Tilt lid slightly
3) Remove lid
The pot is closed in reverse order.
7.2 Filling with water
The unit must not be heated without water. Minimum filling level: 4 cm. Even if objects are placed in,
the filling level is always below the upper end of the air supply fitting.
Do not fill the unit under running water. Kulzer recommends filling the device using a suitable container
with a spout.
Prior to filling with water, check if the water discharge valve at the rear of the unit is closed.
Use only pure tap water for processing.
Distilled, deionized water or other liquids may not be used!

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7.2.1 Overtemperature protection
The Palamat Premium is equipped with two upper limit temperature protection fuses that are triggered when
the temperature exceeds 110 °C (230 °F).
In the event of activation of the fuses, the heating circuit is interrupted.
Check the minimum water level regularly to avoid overheating.
Note!
The overtemperature protections may only be reset by trained service personnel.
Contact your responsible service agent (see chapter 11 Service).
7.3 Polymerization
To switch on the unit, press the power switch (5) at the front of the unit. The power switch is lit and indicates that the unit
has been started up. The Kulzer welcome screen with the software version is briefly shown on the TFT display (3) start screen.
7.3.1 Edit program (customize individually)
The device has three freely configurable programs (A / B / C) that are green / blue / purple color coded. In order to enter the
editing area, one of the interactive buttons (15 / 16 / 17) on the Home display must be pressed for approx. 1.5 seconds. An
audible beep will sound. The screen then changes to the Edit display for the respective program.
Home display
In this area, the temperature (D), pressure (E) on / o (BAR) and time (F) can be configured individually. Press the interactive
button (18) to save the configuration settings. You can leave the editing area at any time by pressing the Home button (11).
In this case, the changed settings are not saved. If the Home button is pressed for one second, the automatic heating
function and standby temperature are deactivated.
Editing display
Temperature
The program temperature selection is confirmed by pres-
sing the button (15) on the Edit display. The display screen
changes to the Temperature setting.
The temperature is configured using the assigned plus &
minus buttons. The adjustable temperature range is 40°C –
100°C. Confirm the selection with the Home button (11).
Time
Selecting the program time is confirmed by pressing the
button (17) on the Edit display. The display screen changes
to the Time setting.
The time is configured using the assigned plus & minus
button. The adjustable time range is 0:01 – 9:59 [h:mm].
Continuous operation can also be set using the ’∞’ symbol.
Confirm the selection with the Home button (11).
D
11
E
18
BA
C
15 16
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Pressure
The pressure (BAR) can be switched on or o using the button (16) on the editing display.
Pressure ON Pressure OFF
7.3.2 Display settings
Press the button (18) on the Home display to access the display settings. The display then changes to the Settings area.
Display settings
G. Automatic heating function activation / deactivation
When the heating function is activated, the unit heats automatically. The maximum temperature is 70 °C.
If the function is deactivated, the device heats up to the corresponding target temperature only after a
program is selected.
H. Water draining program
The casting unit can be manually pressurized with compressed air to drain contaminated water via the water
drain valve. Switching on / o is done by pressing repeatedly. If the program is selected, all heating functions
are deactivated.
I. Dimmer function activation / deactivation
When the function is activated, the screen automatically dims after 2 minutes of no operation. After pressing
a button, the screen lights up again. When the function is deactivated, the brightness of the screen does not
change.
J. Changing the temperature unit (°C / °F)
7.3.3 Start & pause a process
Press one of the buttons (15 / 16 / 17) on the Home display to select the corresponding program. The corresponding polymeri-
sation settings (temperature / time / pressure) can be read on the program display. The program starts when the button (18)
is
pressed. The current temperature is shown in the middle of the display. The arrow to the left of the symbol indicates "heating "
or "cooling ". The timer starts automatically when the target temperature is reached.
Program display
When the pressurization process (BAR) is activated, compressed air begins to flow immediately after the process has started.
The pressure pot is then pressurized with 2 bar. The Pressure screen (4) provides an additional check.
After the timer has expired, the compressed air is released automatically and an audible beep sounds. There is danger of scalding
in the vicinity where the pressure is released! The end of the program is also indicated when the timer has run down to 0:00.
Press the button (18) to pause the program.
The timer stops, the temperature is maintained and the pressure is switched o.
There is danger of scalding in the vicinity where the pressure is released!
This function is used to remove and add objects to the pot during a program run.
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7.4 Draining the contaminated water
Close the pressure pot, place the silicone hose on the hose nozzle (8) located on the rear wall of the unit for emptying,
press the mains switch, open the water drain valve (8) and press the water drain program (Settings menu).
After the water has been expelled from the pressure pot, press the button for the water drain program again.
Close the water drain valve, turn o the mains switch.
To empty the water reservoir, use only a silicone hose with a temperature resistance of up to 120°C (248°F).
A suitable hose can be ordered from Kulzer (Order No. 66009729 – silicone hose, red). The silicone hose
is not included in the scope of delivery!
When emptying the water reservoir, the silicone hose may heat up considerably. Risk of scalding!
7.5 Putting out of operation
Discharge contaminated water (see chapter 7.4 Draining the contaminated water)
Switch o the unit with the power switch (5)
Unplug the unit (6)
Any material residues should be removed with a sponge cloth
7.5.1 Disposal of old equipment according to WEEE
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG)
This Act sets out requirements for electrical and electronic equipment pursuant to directive 2002 / 96 / EG issued by the
European Parliament and the European Council of 2005-05-03. Its main purpose is to prevent waste from electrical and
electronic equipment and to promote reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery to reduce both the volume of waste for
disposal and the inclusion in waste of harmful substances from electrical and electronic equipment.
For detailed information on professional disposal of disused old devices please contact your dealer or Kulzer
subsidiary directly in your country.
Important!
Marked equipment must not be brought to local waste disposal centres!
8 Maintenance
The unit must be unplugged (6) before it is cleaned. Use a moist cloth to clean the unit and make sure that no water
penetrates into the unit. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents (scouring powder, solvents).
The unit consists of Makrolon components which may only be cleaned with mild cleaning agents or ethanol (96%).
Spare fuses can be purchased from Kulzer or specialized dealers and may be exchanged by the customer.
Attention!
The unit must be unplugged before exchanging fuses!

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9 Technical data
Power consumption 650 W
Rated voltage / fuse type 100 V, 2 x T8A / 250 V
120 V, 2 x T6.3A / 250 V
230 / 240 V, 2 x T4A / 250 V
Nominal frequency 50 / 60 Hz
Voltage tolerance for all mains voltages +-10%
Mains cable EU - H05V2V2-F 3G 0.75 250VAC/16A
US - SJT3X18AWGWB105C C13/2,5m black 125VAC/15A
Protective class 1
Pollution degree 2
Pressure hose connection 3 to 10 bars
Nominal pressure 2 bars
Max. operating pressure 2.8 bars
Operating temperature of water 40 – 100°C (113 – 212°F)
Temperature limit Deviation + / - 2.5 °C (4.5 °F) or approx. 5%
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
Dimensions Required space
Height 300 mm approx. 450 mm
Width 305 mm approx. 315 mm
Depth 400 mm approx. 550 mm
Weight 8.6 kg
10 Information on malfunctions
Error messages
Error Cause Remedy
E 98 Sensor break / short circuit (heating plate) or
automatic software - Safety shutdown due to
high temperature
- Press the Home button (11).
- Turn o the device
- Check water level (see section 7.2)
- Allow device to cool for approx. 10 min
- If the error persists, please contact your service partner.
E 99 Sensor break / short circuit (water bath) or
automatic software safety shutdown due to
high temperature
Press the Home button (11).
- Turn o the device
- Check water level (see section 7.2)
- Allow device to cool for approx. 10 min
- If the error persists, please contact your service partner.
E 18 Heating defect: If there is no temperature
increase after a defined period of time.
- Press the Home button (11).
- Turn o the device
- Check water level (see section 7.2)
- Allow device to cool for approx. 10 min
- If the error persists, please contact your service partner.
E 19 Heating control: If the control temperature
exceeds the target temperature for a defined
period of time
- Press the Home button (11).
- Turn o the device
- Check water level (see section 7.2)
- Allow device to cool for approx. 10 min
- If the error persists, please contact your service partner.
11 Service
We appreciate your comments, feedback, and suggestions.
Contact in the countries and more information are available by the displayed QR code or at our website
www.kulzer.com
Micro USB port: (See section 5)
The USB port is used for software updates, which may only be performed by trained service personnel.
Therefore, customers are not permitted to connect USB cables/adapters, etc.
There is a risk of damage if not performed by trained service personnel!

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Subject to modifications. Dated: 2019-04
12 Document history
2019-04 First edition.

Manufacturer:
Kulzer GmbH
Leipziger Straße 2
63450 Hanau (Germany)
W20960 99001462/11 2019-04
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