Nsk Icare User manual

Handpiece Maintenance System

003OM-E0643E

MADE IN JAPAN

OPERATION

MANUAL

English

Thank you for purchasing the NSK iCare. Please read this Operation Manual carefully before use to become familiar with

operation instructions and care & maintenance. Keep this Operation Manual for future reference.

1Indications for Use

2Precautions for handling and operation

(Only for USA / CANADA)

iCare is intended for Internal cleaning, i e , purging of old lubricant, for the maintenance of rotating dental and surgical instruments.

NOTE iCare should be used with only pre-cleaned dental handpieces and before they are sterilized.

(For other area)

Lubrication of handpieces.

Class Degree of Risk

DANGER Hazard that could result in personal death or serious injury if the safety instructions are not correctly followed.

WARNING Hazard that could result in serious injury or damage to the device if the safety instructions are not correctly

followed.

CAUTION Hazard that could result in light or moderate injury or damage to the device if the safety instructions are not

correctly followed.

NOTICE General product specification information highlighted to avoid product malfunction and performance reduction.

• Please read these precautions carefully and use only as intended or instructed.

• Safety instructions are intended to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injury or damage to the device. Safety instructions are

classified as follows in accordance with the seriousness of the risk.

DANGER

• Do not install or use this product or fill it with Maintenance Oil in a room where explosion or fire is a risk.

• Do not install or use the product in direct sunlight or where the temperature exceeds 40°C.

• Provide adequate ventilation periodically. If odor is a concern, ventilate immediately.

WARNING

• Do not handle the AC power cord with wet hands. Wet hand contact with electricity may result in an electric shock.

• If the product overheats or smells of burning, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the main power plug. Contact your Authorized

NSK Dealer.

– Contents –

1. Indications for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

2. Precautions for handling and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

3. Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

4. Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

5. Checking and how to connect each part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

6. Oil priming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

7. Check before use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

8. Operation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

9. Maintenance of iCare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

10. Periodical Maintenance Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

11. Error LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

12. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

13. Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

14. Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

15. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

16. Option Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

17. Spare Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

18. Disposal of the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

19. EMC Information (Electromagnetic Compatibility Information) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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• TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, use a main electrical outlet that is earthed.

• Be careful not to get water or liquid disinfectant or maintenance oil on the Unit. This could cause short circuits and lead to fire and/or electric

shock.

• Excessively turning the Main Power Switch ON and OFF may blow a fuse.

• When installing the product, provide space of approximately 10cm around the product for easy access to the inlet and the Power Cord.

• For safety, install the Unit in a place where the AC power cord can be easily removed.

CAUTION

• Read this Operation Manual before use to fully understand the product functions and file for future reference.

• Do not use iCare to lubricate air scalers (except for NSK Ti-Max S970 series) and Phatelus air motors. The iCare lubricating system is not

designed to lubricate those particular products. Maintain air scalers and Phatelus air motors as described in the operation manual for each

product.

• If blood infiltrates inside a handpiece, iCare may not totally lubricate the internal handpiece components, and internal blood coagulation may

cause product failure. In this case, NSK recommends to immediately lubricate those handpieces with PANA SPRAY Plus.

• Autoclave handpieces AFTER lubricating with this product.

• Place a collector such as a tray under the Unit.

• After use, turn off the Power Switch and shut off the air supply (Air Compressor).

• Drain water from the Air Compressor and Air Filter at least once a week as required. Moisture from the tank could mix with the Maintenance

Oil and defeat the purpose of this device.

• Remove the Air Tube and the AC power cord from the Unit if the Unit is not to be used for a long time.

• Do not store the Maintenance Oil in contact with halogen, strong acid, alkali, and oxidizing substance or in the same place as these

substances.

• Use only consumable parts such as maintenance oil, and accessories such as an AC power cord specified by NSK. Other than what we

specify may cause product failure due to insufficient lubrication.

• This device is for indoor use only.

• Keep the Unit on a level surface.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the product or tamper with the mechanism except as recommended by NSK in this Operation Manual.

• Do not allow any impact on to the product. Do not drop the product.

• Should the product function abnormally, cease operation immediately and contact your Authorized NSK Dealer.

• Perform regular function and maintenance checks.

• If the product is not used for a long period check it is functioning correctly before use.

• Installation and use of this product requires special precautions regarding EMC according to the EMC information.

• Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect Medical Electrical equipment. Do not use RF equipment near the product.

• The use of ACCESSORIES such as cables, other than those specified by the manufacturer, with the exception of cables sold by the

manufacturer of this product as replacement parts for internal components, may result in increased EMISSIONS or decreased IMMUNITY of

this product.

• This product should not be used adjacent to, or stacked with, other equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, this product should

be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.

• The system may present a possibility of malfunction when used in the presence of an electromagnetic interference wave. Do not install the

system in the vicinity of any device which emits magnetic waves. Turn off the Main Power Switch of the system as an ultrasonic oscillation

device or an electrode knife is located close to the vicinity of use.

• U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed physician.

NOTICE

• No special training is required for this device.

• This product is not intended to perform a hygienic cleaning of the internal parts of the handpiece.

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3Package Contents

No. Part Name Quantity

1 iCare Unit 1

2 AC Power cord 1

3 Maintenance Oil for iCare 1

4 Oil Filling Nozzle 1

5 Mist Filter Set 1set

(Pack of 12)

6 Air Tube 1

7 Oil Absorber Sheet 1set

(Pack of 10)

8 Chuck Lubrication Nozzle 1

9 O-ring Set 1set

(Pack of 3)

10 Test Bur 1

4Part names

iCare Unit

Control Panel

4-1 Buttons on Control Panel

(1) Connector Select Button

Use this Button when selecting a connector to use.

(2) Chuck Lubrication Button

Use this Button when selecting Chuck Lubrication Mode.

(3) Air Select Button

Use this Button when selecting Air Mode.

(4) Start Button

Use this Button when starting lubrication.

Control Panel

Door

Power Switch

Connector

Air Filter

Inlet

Fuse Box

(2) Chuck Lubrication Button

(1) Connector Select Button

(4) Start Button

(3) Air Select Button

(F) Air LED (S/M/L)

(A) Power LED

(B) Connector LED

(D) Error LED (Door)

(E) Error LED (Air Pressure)

(G) Chuck Lubrication LED

Cover

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5Checking and how to connect each part

5-1 Connecting Air Tube

1) Securely insert the Air Tube into the Air Filter Connector at the back of the Unit (Fig. 1).

2) Connect the Y-type One-Touch Connector to the air source (Air Compressor) as shown in Fig. 2.

3) Push and pull the Air Tube to be sure that it is firmly connected.

4-2 Display part on Control Panel

(A) Power LED

This LED lights up when power is ON (l side).

(B) Connector LED

This LED lights up when the connector is selected. This LED blinks during lubrication.

See "11. Error LED".

(D) Error LED (Door)

See "11. Error LED".

(E) Error LED (Air Pressure)

See "11. Error LED".

(F) Air LED (S/M/L)

The selected Air mode lights up.

(G) Chuck Lubrication LED

This LED lights up when the Chuck Lubrication is selected. This LED blinks during lubrication.

Fig. 2

CAUTION

Fig. 1

Example of connection

• The optimum air pressure for this product is between 0.5 - 0.6MPa (5 - 6kgf/cm2). The product does not operate if the air

pressure is set less than 0.5MPa (5kgf/cm2).

• Do not twist or bend the Air Tube.

• If you have difficulty connecting the Air Tube, contact your Authorized NSK Dealer.

• Drain water from the Air Compressor and Air Filter at least once a week as required. Moisture from the tank could mix with the

Maintenance Oil.

Air Tube

Air Filter Connector

Air Filter

Air Filter of iCare

Y-type One-Touch

Connector

Air Compressor

To other device

Cut the air tube

connecting the Air

Compressor and the

other device and

connect to the Y-type

One-Touch Connector.

1) Open the Cover (Fig. 4).

2) Remove the Oil Fill Cap by turning it counter clockwise (Fig. 5).

3) Remove the cap for Maintenance Oil and install the Oil Filling Nozzle (Fig. 6).

4) Fill with Maintenance Oil slowly (Fig. 7).

5) When filling is complete, securely attach the Oil Fill Cap by turning it clockwise.

5-2 Filling with Maintenance Oil

Fig. 3

DANGER

CAUTION

Fig. 5

Fig. 7

Fig. 4

Fig. 6

Drain Screw

• Do not fill Maintenance Oil in a room where there is a risk of explosion or fire.

• Do not overfill Maintenance Oil in order to avoid accidental oil leaks. Pour slowly.

• Use only the NSK Maintenance Oil for iCare. Use of oil other than NSK Maintenance Oil for iCare may cause a failure and result

in insufficient product lubrication.

• Before filling with Maintenance Oil, be sure that the Drain Screw on the

underside of the Unit is tightened securely. Oil may leak if the screw is loose

(Fig. 3).

Oil Fill Cap

Oil Filling Nozzle

Oil Filling Hole

Oil Filter

Maintenance Oil

Cover

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5-3 Mist Filter

Attach Mist Filters to the inside of the Door (Fig. 8).

5-4 Oil Absorber Sheet

Place an Oil Absorber Sheet at the bottom of the lubricating chamber of the Unit. The Oil

Absorber Sheet is designed to absorb residual Maintenance oil after lubrication (Fig. 9).

5-5 Connecting AC Power Cord

1) Turn OFF (O side) the Power Switch before connecting the AC power cord.

2) Insert the AC power cord plug so that it fits the Connector Socket at the rear of the Unit

(Fig. 10).

3) Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.

5-6 Setting of sound volume

"High" and "Low" sound volume can be switched by repeating the following procedure.

Close the Door then turn ON the Power Switch (I side) while pressing the Air Select Button.

Fig. 9

Fig. 8

Fig. 10

CAUTION

Oil Absorber Sheet

Mist Filter

• Hold the plug when pulling out the AC power cord. If holding the cord part, the cord may be damaged.

• Be sure that the device has completely stopped before pulling out the AC power cord.

8Operation Procedures

8-1 Attaching Handpiece

Air Turbine

When connecting a Midwest 4 Hole air turbine (According to ISO 9168)

1) Remove the bur from the handpiece.

2) Open the iCare Door, insert the air turbine to the shape of the air turbine connector, and tighten the nut securely (Fig. 11).

To 4)

When connecting another type of air turbine

1) Remove the bur from the handpiece.

2) Open the iCare Door, insert the adaptor (option) to the shape of the air turbine connector, and tighten the nut securely (Fig. 12).

3) Insert the air turbine into the adaptor (Fig. 13).

* Refer to "16. Option Parts List" for the correct adaptor.

To 4)

4) Push and pull the handpiece to be sure that it is securely attached.

5) Point the bur insertion hole toward the door and close the door securely (Fig. 14).

7Check before use

Before use, check the product by referring to the check points below. If you find something abnormal such as looseness, when checking or

using, stop use and contact your Authorized NSK Dealer.

• Check that the turbine connector part is securely fastened and the Nut screw is free of wear, seizure or adherence of dirt.

• Check that the E-type connector part is secure and free of flaws or adherence of dirt.

6Oil priming

Before using your NSK iCare for the first time, and every time after the oil tank has been completely emptied, Follow these 8 steps to correctly

prime the oil tank pump. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your iCare not dispensing the correct oil volume.

Fill the NSK iCare oil tank with NSK iCare oil then:

1) Close the iCare door then, while holding down the Chuck Lubrication Button, switch ON (I side) the iCare main Power Switch.

2) A beep will then sound and the Error light will illuminate. Release the Chuck Lubrication Button.

3) Open the iCare door then hold down any Connector Select Button “1-4” and check that oil now flows from that selected Connector. Release

the Connector Select Button.

4) Close the iCare door.

5) Switch OFF (O side) the iCare main Power Switch. Now immediately switch ON (I side) the iCare main Power Switch.

6) Press each Connector Select Button so that all 4 Connector LED lights simultaneously illuminate.

7) Press the Start Button and oil priming will start. Oil should now start to flow from each Connector.

8) A BEEP will sound when the oil priming procedure has automatically finished.

CAUTION

• Do not use iCare to lubricate air scalers (except for NSK Ti-Max S970 series) and Phatelus air motors. The iCare lubricating

system is not designed to lubricate those particular products. Maintain air scalers and Phatelus air motors as described in the

operation manual for each product.

• If blood infiltrates inside a handpiece, iCare may not totally lubricate the internal handpiece components, and internal blood

coagulation may cause product failure. In this case, NSK recommends to immediately lubricate those handpieces with PANA

SPRAY Plus.

• Maintain individual handpiece according to the procedure described in the operation manual of handpiece.

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E Type handpiece (According to ISO 3964 type)

Straight Handpiece

1) Insert the supplied Test Bur into the handpiece and lock the chuck by turning the Bur Lock

Ring (Fig. 15).

2) Open the iCare door and attach the handpiece to the E-Type handpiece connector until it

locks (Fig. 16).

3) Push and pull the handpiece to be sure that it is securely attached.

4) Close the door securely.

Contra Angle Handpiece

1) Remove the bur from the handpiece.

2) Open the iCare door and attach the handpiece to the E-Type handpiece connector until it

locks (Fig. 16).

3) Push and pull the handpiece to be sure that it is securely attached.

4) Point the bur insertion hole toward the door and close the door securely (Fig. 14).

Fig. 14

Fig. 16

Fig. 13

Fig. 12Fig. 11

Fig. 15

CAUTION

NOTICE

*C3 Type *C2 Type

*C2 Type

Bur insertion Hole

E-Type handpiece

Connector

Bur Lock Ring

• Be sure to remove the bur from Air Turbine and Contra Angle Handpieces before attaching the handpiece to the adaptor or

Connector. For Straight handpieces be sure to insert the supplied Test Bur and lock the chuck before connecting to the E-Type

handpiece connector (Fig. 15).

• For Contra Angle and Air Turbine Handpieces point the Bur Insertion Hole towards the door and close the door (Fig. 14). Mist

Filters absorb the oil coming out of the handpiece.

• NSK offers Handpiece Head Filters, which help absorption of oil from the handpiece during lubrication.

* For replacement Handpiece Head Filters, refer to "16. Option Parts List".

Test bur

Adaptor

Point toward the door

Air Turbine Connector

Nut

Adaptor

Nut

Tighten

8-3 Removing Handpieces

Removing Air Turbine

For Midwest 4 Hole Air Turbine (According to ISO 9168)

1) Open the door after the Connector LED has turned OFF and lubrication has completely finished.

2) Loosen the nut and pull out the handpiece straight from the Air Turbine Connector (Fig. 17).

For other types of air turbine handpieces

1) Open the door after the Connector LED has turned OFF and lubrication has completely finished.

2) Pull out the Air Turbine straight from the adaptor, or pull out the Air Turbine while pushing up the connector ring of the adaptor (Fig. 18).

4) When the Start Button is pressed lubrication starts. The Connector LED blinks during lubrication.

5) When lubrication is completed, a beep sounds and the Connector LED turns off.

1) Turn on (I side) the Power Switch.

2) Press the Connector Select Button to select the connector to which handpiece is attached. The relevant LED light will illuminate.

3) Press the Air Select Button to select an air purge mode among S, M and L.

8-2 Lubrication

Mode Connector Lubrication Time per

Handpiece Handpiece

S mode

(Short)

Air Turbine Connector 28 sec. Air Turbine (M4/B2 type only)

E-type Handpiece Connector 50 sec. Contra Angle Handpieces, Straight Handpieces

(The oil drainage time is shorter than that in M mode)

M mode

(Medium)

Air Turbine Connector 30 sec. Air Turbine (Other than M4/B2 type)

E-type Handpiece Connector 64 sec. Contra Angle Handpieces, Straight Handpieces

L mode

(Long)

Air Turbine Connector 33 sec. NSK Air Scaler Ti-Max S970 series (Air Turbine Connector)

Handpieces from which oil cannot be drained sufficiently in M

mode (The oil drainage time is longer than that in M mode)

E-type Handpiece Connector 84 sec.

CAUTION

Fig. 18Fig. 17*C3 Type *C2 Type

NOTICE

• When Connector LED is off, lubrication for the connector will not start.

• After lubricating NSK Ti-Max S970 Scaler series, the Scaler must be operated until oil no longer flows from the rear of the Scaler

(the connection point of the Scaler and coupling/hose).

• If debris is contained in the oil expelling from a handpiece even after lubrication, lubricate the handpiece again.

Adaptor

Nut

Loosen

• iCare has preset lubrication modes optimal for various handpiece types. Lubricate handpieces by following the instruction below.

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8-4 Chuck Lubrication

This product can lubricate the Chuck of Air Turbine and Contra Angle handpieces.

1) Insert the chuck lubrication nozzle into the Connector "4" until it locks (Fig. 20).

2) Press the Chuck Lubrication Button to illuminate the Chuck Lubrication LED.

3) Holding the handpiece securely by hand, insert the chuck lubrication nozzle into the bur insertion hole of the handpiece (Fig. 21).

4) Press the Start Button and chuck lubrication will start. The Chuck Lubrication LED will blink during lubrication.

5) When lubricating is completed, a beep sounds and the Chuck Lubrication LED will turn off.

6) Lubricate the handpiece following the instruction in "8-1 Attaching Handpiece" and "8-2 Lubrication".

Removing E-type handpieces (According to ISO 3964 type)

1) Open the door after the Connector LED has turned OFF and lubrication has completely

finished.

2) Pull out the handpiece straight while pressing the Release Button on the E-type Handpiece

Connector (Fig. 19).

9Maintenance of iCare

9-1 Cleaning the iCare

1) Turn OFF (O side) the Power Switch.

2) Remove the AC power cord from Unit.

3) Wipe the surface using a cloth moistened with water, warm water or soapy water (neutral detergent), then again wipe using another cloth

moistened with disinfectant alcohol.

Fig. 21Fig. 20

CAUTION

NOTICE

Fig. 19*C2 Type

*C2 Type

Chuck Lubrication Nozzle

• Do not lubricate the chuck of NSK Straight Handpieces as this may cause handpiece malfunction.

• Never use solvent such as benzine or thinner for cleaning.

• Do not leave an alcohol-immersed cloth in contact with the Unit for a long period. Bleaching, deformation or failure of the Unit

may occur.

• With a cloth, wipe off any Oil collected at the bottom of the chamber and the

door. The collected oil could leak from the bottom of the door. Dispose of the

cloth as medical waste according to the laws and regulations in your country.

• Only Connector "4" is available for chuck lubrication.

• The door can easily be detached when necessary and be cleaned with tap water (See "9-2 Detaching and reattaching the

door").

Release Button

9-2 Detaching and reattaching the door

9-2-1 Detaching the door

Slide the detachment lever (lower right corner) inward then pull the door out to remove

(Fig. 22).

9-2-2 Reattaching the door

1) Fit the installation hole on the door into the pin on the front left side (Fig. 23).

2) Align the other installation hole on the door right side with the pin while pulling the

detachment lever. Release the detachment lever. A 'click' sound will indicate that the

door is secure (Fig. 24).

9-3 Replacing Mist Filter

Open the door and remove the used Mist Filters. Replace with new Mist Filters as shown in

Fig. 25.

9-4 Replacing the Oil Absorber Sheet

Open the door and remove used Oil Absorber Sheet. Place new Oil Absorber Sheet at the

bottom of the lubricating chamber of the Unit as shown in Fig. 26.

Fig. 23

Fig. 22

Fig. 24

CAUTION

Fig. 25

Fig. 26

Detachment lever

• Attach or detach the door on a level surface. During attachment or detachment, be careful not to drop the door or the Unit.

• Do not soak the door in alcohol and do not leave an alcohol-immersed cloth in contact with the door for a long period. Bleaching

or door deformation may occur.

• Replace immediately with new Mist Filters when signs of debris appear.

• Dispose of used Mist Filters as medical waste according to the laws and

regulations in your country.

• Replace immediately with a new Oil Absorber Sheet when signs of debris

appear.

• Dispose of used Oil Absorber Sheets as medical waste according to the laws

and regulations in your country.

Installation hole

Mist Filter

Oil Absorber Sheet

Installation hole

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9-5 Draining the Air Filter

1) When water accumulates in the Air Filter case, press the Drain Button at the bottom of the

case to drain the Air Filter (Fig. 27).

2) In addition to the Air Filter, drain the air supply attached to this device (Air Compressor) at

least once a week.

9-7 Replacing the O-ring

The O-Ring attached to the E-type handpiece connector may deteriorate or break due to wear.

If any abnormality is found, replace the O-Ring with a new one following the instruction below.

1) Remove the O-ring using a thin needle (Fig. 29).

2) Insert a new O-ring into the empty groove.

* For replacement O-ring, refer to the Spare Parts List.

9-8 Changing Fuses

1) Turn OFF (O side) the Power Switch.

2) Remove the AC power cord from the Unit.

3) Pull out and remove the Fuse while squeezing the ratchets of the Fuse Box inward at the

same time (Fig. 30).

4) Replace the Fuse with a new one.

5) Place the Fuse holder in the original position.

* For replacement Fuse, refer to the Spare Parts List.

9-6 Oil removal from the oil tank

Before relocating or requesting product service, remove oil in the oil tank following the

instruction below.

1) Turn OFF (O side) the Power Switch.

2) Remove the AC power cord plug from wall outlet.

3) Remove the AC power cord from the Unit.

4) Prepare an oil receiving container.

5) Remove the Oil Fill Cap.

6) Put the oil receiving container below the drain screw and remove the drain screw.

7) When oil draining is completed, securely fasten the drain screw.

Fig. 29

Fig. 30

Fig. 28

Fig. 27

CAUTION

NOTICE

Drain Button

O-ring

Fuse

Drain Screw

• Use only the fuse which NSK specifies.

• If you cannot identify the cause for the blowout of the fuse, be sure to contact your Authorized NSK Dealer for an inspection.

• The air supply (Air Compressor) and Air Filter need to be clean and free from

moisture. Drain the Air Compressor and Air Filter at least once a week as

required. Moisture from the tank could mix with the Maintenance Oil.

• A deteriorated O-ring would cause excess flow of oil from the connector. If such

abnormality is found, replace the O-ring with a new one. Use only the O-ring

which NSK specifies.

• When it is difficult to pull out the fuse holder, pull it out while pushing the ratchet with a hard-tipped object.

Fuse Box

9-9 Replacing the air filter element

1) Drain the Air Filter (See "9-5 Draining Air Filter").

2) Pull out the air tube while pushing the connector ring on the air filter (Fig. 31).

3) Remove the two screws using a cross slot screwdriver to remove the air filter (Fig. 32).

4) Move the red lock button down to " OPEN" (Fig. 33).

5) Turn the case supporter clockwise and pull it down. The case supporter and case guard can now be removed (Fig. 34).

6) Remove the case (Fig. 35).

7) Remove the screw at the bottom of the retainer using a cross slot screwdriver (Fig. 36).

8) Remove the retainer and the air filter element.

9) Install a new air filter element into the retainer and securely tighten them to the original position with the screw.

10) Insert the case into the case guard then insert them into the case supporter (Fig. 37).

11) Align the lock button with the position of the groove in the air filter body to insert, and push it up until there is no gap between the case

supporter and the air filter body. Turn it counter clockwise until the lock button reaches the portion (Fig. 38).

12) Move the red lock button up to " LOCK" to lock (Fig. 39).

13) Attach the two screws in the reverse order of "3)".

14) Insert the air tube into the air filter connector.

Fig. 33 Fig. 34

Fig. 32

CAUTION

Fig. 31

Lock Button

Screw

• Replace the air filter element every one or two years.

Case Supporter

Air Tube

Connector Ring

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10 Periodical Maintenance Checks

Perform periodical maintenance checks every three months, referring to the check sheet below. If any abnormalities are found, contact your

Authorized NSK Dealer.

Points to check Details

Connection of AC power cord Confirm whether the AC power cord is completely inserted all the way into the inlet.

Air Tube

Confirm whether the Air Tube is damaged, or bent.

Confirm whether the Air Tube is completely inserted into the Air Filter connector, and cannot be

removed by pushing and pulling.

Air Filter Confirm whether any water accumulates in the Air Filter. If water accumulates then drain the

water.

Air Purge Press each Connector Select Button while pressing the Air Select Button to confirm that air

comes out.

E-Type Handpiece Connector

Confirm whether the insert part is free of damage or adherence of debris.

Attach the handpiece to confirm that there is no backlash, etc.

Confirm that the O-ring is not damaged or cut.

Air Turbine Connector Install the air turbine to confirm that there is no backlash, etc.

Oil Filter Remove the oil fill cap to confirm that no debris has accumulated in the filter. Remove any

accumulated debris.

Oil is blocked See "6. Oil priming" and confirm that oil properly comes out from the connector.

Beep sound Turn on the power switch (l side) to confirm that a beep sounds.

Drain Screw Confirm that the Drain Screw is firmly tightened.

Chuck Lubrication Nozzle Confirm if the Chuck Lubrication Nozzle is clogged.

LED Turn on the Power Switch and confirm that all the LEDs illuminate.

Fig. 36Fig. 35

CAUTION

Fig. 37 Fig. 39Fig. 38

Screw

• Be sure to STOP the air pressure before removal and reinstallation of the air filter.

• When installing and removing the air filter, apply Maintenance Oil onto the O-ring of the case.

Case

O-ring (for case)

Case Guard

Case Supporter

mark

Retainer

Air Filter Element

Case

Lock Button

12 Troubleshooting

When a problem is detected, check the following again before requesting service. If none of these are applicable or if the trouble is not remedied

even after an action has been taken, a failure of this product is suspected. Contact your Authorized NSK Dealer.

In addition, when asking for service, drain oil from the oil tank in the main body according to the tank oil removal procedures (9-6 Oil removal

from the oil tank) described in the Operation Manual.

Trouble Cause Remedy

Power cannot be turned on.

The power cord plug is not connected. Or electricity

is disconnected. Check the connection.

The AC power cord is not connected to the Unit. Check the connection.

The power is not turned ON (l side). Turn ON the power (l side).

The internal fuse has malfunctioned. Replace the fuse.

The device does not operate.

Connector is not selected (The Connector LED is

OFF).

Press the Connector Select Button to select

connector.

The door is OPEN before or during operation. Close the door before or during operation.

The door is CLOSED before Chuck Lubrication. Open the door before Chuck Lubrication.

Oil chamber is empty (Error LED (Oil) lights up). Fill with NSK maintenance oil.

Air is not supplied. Or the air pressure is low (Error

LED (Air Pressure) lights up). Check air supply and air pressure.

The room temperature is too low.

Use this product in an operating environment of

10 - 40°C. Especially in winter, wait until the room

temperature reaches the operating temperature.

Maintenance oil and air do not flow

from the Chuck Lubricate Nozzle.

The hole of the Chuck Lubricate Nozzle is clogged

with debris.

Remove dirt in the hole using a brush (Do not use a

metal brush).

11 Error LED

The error LED illuminates on the Control Panel when the device ceases to operate due to failure, excessive pressure, disconnection and incorrect

usage. When this happens, restart the Unit to repeat the error check. If there are no problems, the error is cancelled and the operation can be

resumed. If the error is displayed again, refer to the table below and take appropriate actions.

Error LED Description of error Cause of error Check/Remedy

Error LED (Oil) illuminates Oil level is too low

There is a small remaining amount

of oil (Remaining amount is 150ml

or less).

Refill oil (However, the device can

be used for a while after the LED

lights up).

Error LED (Door) illuminates Door abnormality

The door is OPEN before or during

maintenance operation.

Close the door before or during

maintenance operation.

The door is CLOSED before Chuck

lubrication.

Open the door before Chuck

lubrication.

Error LED (Air Pressure)

illuminates Air supply pressure abnormality

The supplied air pressure is out of

the allowable range of the product

specification.

Confirm whether the supplied air

pressure is correct.

Error LED (Oil) blinks Lubricating pump circuit

abnormality Failure of parts Contact your Authorized NSK

Dealer for repair.

Error LED (Door) blinks Abnormality of power circuit Failure of parts Contact your Authorized NSK

Dealer for repair.

All of Error LED (Oil), Error LED

(Door) and Error LED (Air Pressure)

blink

Flash memory abnormality Failure of parts Contact your Authorized NSK

Dealer for repair.

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14 Symbols

Conforms to CE European Directive.

Manufacturer.

Authorized representative in the European community.

Follow the waste of electric and electronic equipment (WEEE) Directive (2012/19/EU) for product and accessory disposal.

Caution, Refer to attached instructions.

TUV Rhineland of North America is a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) in the United States and is accredited by the

Standards Council of Canada to certify electro-medical products with Canadian National Standards.

Marking on the outside of Equipment or Equipment parts that include RF transmitters or that apply RF electromagnetic energy for

diagnosis or treatment.

Caution: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed physician.

15 Warranty

NSK products are warranted against manufacturing errors and defects in materials. NSK reserves the right to analyze and determine the

cause of any problem. Warranty is voided should the product be not used correctly or for the intended purpose or has been tampered with by

unqualified personnel or has had non NSK parts installed. Replacement parts are available for seven years beyond discontinuation of the model.

13 Specification

Model iCare

Rated Voltage AC100V - 240V 50/60Hz

Input Voltage 21.5VA

Air Pressure 0.5 - 0.6MPa (5 - 6kgf/cm2)

Oil Tank Capacity 1.2L

Dimensions W280 x D240 x H350mm

Weight C2 Type: 6.5kg

C3 Type: 6.5kg

C2 Type: Air Turbine = 2pcs. E Type Handpiece = 2pcs.

C3 Type: Air Turbine = 1pc. E Type Handpiece = 3pcs.

Temperature Humidity Atmospheric Pressure

Use Environment 10 - 40°C 25 - 75%

Transportation and Store

Environment -10 - 50°C 10 - 85% 500 - 1,060hPa

18 Disposal of the product

In order to avoid the health risks of operators handling the disposal of medical equipment, as well as the risks of environmental contamination

caused thereof, a surgeon or a dentist is required to confirm the equipment is sterile. Ask specialist firms who are licensed to dispose of

specially controlled industrial wastes, to dispose the product for you.

19 EMC Information (Electromagnetic Compatibility Information)

Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - Electromagnetic Emissions

The product is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment speciﬁed below. The customer or the user of the product should assure that it is used in such an

environment.

Emissions test

RF emissions

CISPR11/EN55011

RF emissions

CISPR11/EN55011

Harmonic emissions

EN/IEC61000-3-2

Voltage ﬂuctuations/ﬂicker emissions

EN/IEC61000-3-3

Compliance

Group 1

Class B

Class A

Not Applicable

Electromagnetic environment - guidance

The product uses RF energy only for its internal function. Therefore, its RF emissions are very low

and are not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment.

The product is suitable for use in all establishments, including domestic establishments and those

directly connected to the public low-voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for

domestic purposes.

17 Spare Parts List

Model Order Code Remarks

Maintenance Oil for iCare Z016130 Quantity: 1 Bottle

Maintenance Oil Set for iCare Y1002783 Pack of 6 Bottles

Mist Filter set Y900159 Pack of 12

Oil Absorber Sheet U433135 Pack of 10

O-ring set M154060 Pack of 3

Fuse D1202220010 Rated value T2AH250V

Air Tube U508038 3m

Chuck Lubrication Nozzle Z257301

Test Bur Z070101

Air Filter Element U508353

Air Filter U508352

Case U508354

O-ring (for case) U508355

Oil Filter U1120116

Oil Fill Cap U1120038

16 Option Parts List

Model Order Code Remarks

PTL Type Adaptor Z257010 For Phatelus Coupling

B2/M4 Type Adaptor T904 For Borden 2 Hole Coupling

KV Type Adaptor Z257020 For Kavo Coupling

SR Type Adaptor Z257023 For Sirona Coupling

WH Type Adaptor Z257021 For W&H Coupling

BA Type Adaptor Z280022 For Bien Air Coupling

F-Type Adaptor Z280042 For Endo MateTC2/TC, TASKAL Wizard head

Handpiece Head Filter U1120118 Pack of 200

* Some adaptors cannot be mounted depending on the type of air turbine. Please consult your Authorized NSK Dealer.

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Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity

NOTE: 'Ut' is the AC mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

*: eg: "25/30 a cycles" means "25 cycles for a 50Hz test", or "30 cycles for a 60Hz test".

The product is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment speciﬁed below. The customer or the user of the product should assure that it is used in such an

environment.

Immunity test

Electrostatic discharge (ESD)

EN/IEC61000-4-2

Electrical fast transient/burst

EN/IEC61000-4-4

Surge

EN/IEC61000-4-5

Voltage dips, short

interruptions and voltage

variations on power supply

input lines

EN/IEC61000-4-11

Power frequency (50/60Hz)

magnetic ﬁeld

EN/IEC61000-4-8

IEC61326-1 Test Level

±(2) 4kV Contact

±(2, 4) 8kV Air

±2kV for power supply lines

±1kV line(s) to line(s)

±2kV line(s) to earth

0% Ut

(100% dip in Ut)

for a cycles

40% Ut

(60% dip in Ut)

for 10/12 a cycles*

70% Ut

(30% dip in Ut)

for 25/30 a cycles*

0% Ut

(100% dip in Ut)

for 250/300 a cycles*

30A/m

Compliance level

±(2) 4kV Contact

±(2, 4) 8kV Air

±2kV for power supply lines

±1kV line(s) to line(s)

±2kV line(s) to earth

0% Ut

(100% dip in Ut)

for a cycles

40% Ut

(60% dip in Ut)

for 10/12 a cycles*

70% Ut

(30% dip in Ut)

for 25/30 a cycles*

0% Ut

(100% dip in Ut)

for 250/300 a cycles*

30A/m

Electromagnetic environment - guidance

Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If ﬂoors are

covered with synthetic material, the relative humidity should

be at least 30%.

Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or

hospital environment.

Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or

hospital environment.

Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or

hospital environment. If the user of the product requires

continued operation during power mains interruptions, it is

recommended that the product be powered from an

uninterruptible power supply or a battery.

Power frequency magnetic ﬁelds should be at levels

characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercial or

hospital environment.

Electromagnetic environment - guidance

Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be

used no closer to any part of the product, including cables,

than the recommended separation distance calculated from

the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.

Recommended separation distance

d= 1.2 P

d= 0.35 P80MHz to 800MHz

d= 0.70 P800MHz to 1.0GHz

d= 2.3 P1.4GHz to 2.0GHz

d= 7.0 P2.0GHz to 2.5GHz

Where P is the maximum output power rating of the

transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter

manufacturer, and (d ) is the recommended separation

distance in meters (m).

Field strengths from ﬁxed RF transmitters as determined by

an electromagnetic site survey(a) should be less than the

compliance level in each frequency range(b).

Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked

with the following symbol:

Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity

The product is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment speciﬁed below. The customer or the user of the product should assure that it is used in such an

environment.

NOTE1: At 80MHz and 800MHz, the higher frequency range applies.

NOTE2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reﬂection from structures, objects and people.

a: Field strengths from ﬁxed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and

TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to ﬁxed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should

be considered. If the measured ﬁeld strength in the location in which the product is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level stated above, the product should be

observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the product.