Porter Reliant User manual

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PORTER
Reliant
Water Steam Sterilizer
User Manual
40HD
Rev. 0
Date : January 2009
FM-1364 Rev. –

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This sterilizer fulfils all the directions in force concerning the safety, and the built-in parameters has been
properly set by the manufacturer in order to warranty effective sterilization if proper loading conditions are fol-
lowed.
Please, read carefully this manual before using the machine; an improper utilization of the sterilizer should
carry on defective sterilization with unattended consequences.
In case of doubt or questions, please call the agent.
Thanks for the confidence given.
All rights reserved
No portion of this publication can be printed, transmitted, rewritten, stored in a data recovery system,
translated in any foreign or computer language, in any form or through any devices, without written
consent by Porter .
Information in this manual is subject to change without any warning or prior notice by Porter and does not
represent a commitment for the vendor.
Reliantis a trademark of PORTER.
ATOMA PLUS is trademark of Dental X.
STERILINE is a trademark of Dental X.
DENTAL X s.r.l.
Via Marzotto 11
36031 Dueville (VI) Italy
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
http://www.dentalx.it
© Dental X
2009

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL.....................................................................................................................................................4
1.1 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................4
1.2 CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES.....................................................................................4
2. FAMILIARIZATION.......................................................................................................................................5
2.1 PACKAGE DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT.............................................................................................5
2.2 UNPACKAGING ...................................................................................................................................5
2.3 OVERALL DIMENSIONS......................................................................................................................6
2.4 USABLE SPACE IN THE CHAMBER...................................................................................................6
2.5 SAFETY FEATURES............................................................................................................................7
2.6 PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................................................................8
2.7 FRONT AND REAR VIEW....................................................................................................................9
2.8 STANDARD ACCESSORIES .............................................................................................................10
2.9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................10
2.9.1 Environment operating conditions .....................................................................................10
3. INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................................................11
3.1 BASIC REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................................11
3.2 GETTING STARTED ..........................................................................................................................12
3.3 NOTES ON ALTITUDE COMPENSATION.........................................................................................13
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................................14
4.1 FRONT PANEL COMMAND/SIGNALING...........................................................................................14
4.2 SELECTING A STERILIZAZION CYCLE............................................................................................15
4.2.1 The available sterilization cycles .......................................................................................15
4.2.2 Starting a sterilization cycle ...............................................................................................16
4.3 STOPPING THE CYCLE ....................................................................................................................17
4.4 TOPPING UP AND DRAINING THE TANKS......................................................................................18
4.4.1 Topping up the main tank ..................................................................................................18
4.4.2 Draining the tanks.............................................................................................................18
5. PROGRAMMING........................................................................................................................................19
5.1 DATE AND TIME................................................................................................................................19
5.2 MEASUREMENT UNITS AND OPTIONS...........................................................................................19
5.3 SPECIAL CYCLE................................................................................................................................20
6. MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................................................................21
6.1 AUTOMATIC PERIODIC CLEANING CYCLE ....................................................................................21
6.2 CLEANING THE INSTRUMENTS BEFORE THE STERILIZATION ...................................................22
6.3 CLEANING/REPLACING THE WATER FILTER ................................................................................22
6.4 REGULAR STERILITY TESTS...........................................................................................................22
7. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................23
7.1 MANUAL DIAGNOSIS........................................................................................................................23
7.2 AUTO-TEST AT THE SWITCHING ON..............................................................................................24
8. ALARMS.....................................................................................................................................................25
8.1 GENERAL...........................................................................................................................................25
8.2 WARNING MESSAGES .....................................................................................................................25
8.3 PRE-WARNING ALARMS..................................................................................................................25
8.4 ABORTED CYCLE ALARMS..............................................................................................................26
9. CONNECTIONS..........................................................................................................................................27
9.1 CONNECTION TO AN EXTERNAL PRINTER....................................................................................27
9.2 CONNECTION TO A COMPUTER (ONLY FOR SERVICE)...............................................................28
APPENDIX: SERVICE BOOK

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1. GENERAL
1.1 INTRODUCTION
Object of this manual is to supply instructions for the operators in order to allow:
correct installation
right use
proper maintenance of the sterilizer
The machine must be installed and operated according to the procedures described in this manual.
The user is responsible for what concerns the fulfilment in the legal subject concerning installation and
operation of the sterilizer.
If the machine is not correctly installed and operated or the appropriate maintenance is not carried out, the
manufacturer cannot be considered responsible for any possible breaks and malfunctions.
Please, check for the packing integrity and no evident damages or missing parts (see delivery note).
IN CASE OF DAMAGES OR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE IMMEDIATELY INFORM AND IN DETAIL
THE FORWARDER, PORTER AND ITS AREA AGENT’.
1.2 CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES
The sterilizer complies with the electromagnetic compatibility standards in conformity with the Medical De-
vice Directive 93/42/CEE and with the norm EN 13060.
This equipment has been developed and manufactured using high quality material and parts that can be
recycled and reused.
This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, at the end of their lifetime,
must be disposed separately from the household waste. Dispose this unit by carrying it to
the local collection/disposal centre. Sanctions are applied in case the regulations concern-
ing waste disposal are not met.
Help us to preserve the environment in which we live !

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2. FAMILIARIZATION
2.1 PACKAGE DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Total weight: 61 Kg
Store the package for possible future shipment.
2.2 UNPACKAGING

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2.3 OVERALL DIMENSIONS
Net weight 49 Kg
Full load weight 61 Kg
2.4 USABLE SPACE IN THE CHAMBER
Diameter: 240 mm
Depth 384 mm
Capacity 17,5 l
Useful dimensions per tray: 315 x 214 mm (x2),
315 x 168 mm (x2)
Useful tray volume: 10 l

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2.5 SAFETY FEATURES
The sterilizer features several devices that assure the full safety for the operators.
Door with dual lock control
An electromechanical device allows the door to be opened only if the following conditions are met:
- unit power supplied and turned on
- no current alarms
- internal pressure not dangerous for the operator
For further safety, to unblock the door at the end of cycle or in case of alarm it is necessary to press
the Start/Stop button.
If the equipment is turned off with open door, do not apply force on the handle to try to
close the door. To close it, the equipment must be on.
Protection against overpressure –safety valve and decompression valve
Safety valve - it takes over when the pressure inside the chamber exceeds the value of 2,55
bar. To verify the efficiency of the valve, when the unit is cold and switched off, unscrew the
black cap of the valve, when a “click” is heard pull it gently : you have to feel that the cap is
free to move. The valve can not be adjusted or serviced for safety reasons. Follow the main-
tenance program described in the appendix SERVICE BOOK to assure the safety of the unit.
Decompression valve –it takes over when the pressure inside the camera exceed the value
of 2,4 bar; an acoustic signal warns the operator and the display shows the message ALARM
10.
Overheating protection
The temperature inside the chamber is programmed so as not to exceed the limit of 142 °C; in case
of fault, a further protection takes over to prevent the temperature from rising over 150 °C.
Blackout protection
In case of power blackout during the sterilization cycle, the pressure inside the chamber is com-
pletely released to the environment value. On power supply restore, the display will show the mes-
sage BLACK OUT.
Automatic switch off
Elapsed 30 minutes from the end of the cycle without opening the door or activating a front panel
button, the unit will automatically switch off.
This function is not operating if no sterilization cycle has been carried out and completed.

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2.6 PRECAUTIONS
The international norms concerning safety and sterilization process defines the following figures:
OPERATOR: the person operating the unit to achieve the expected result.
RESPONSIBLE AUTHORITY: person or group responsible for the use and maintenance of the unit, he or she also
has to make sure that:
- all personnel who operate or maintain the equipment are trained in its operation and
in its safe use
- there is regular training of all personnel concerned with the operation and maintenance of the equipment, includ-
ing emergency procedures for any toxic, flammable, explosive or pathogenic material released into the environ-
ment.
- Records of attendance at training are maintained, and evidence of understanding demonstrated.
The purpose of this manual is to provide suitable use instructions for both figures: however it does not give instruc-
tions concerning the STERILIZATION PROCEDURE and the cautions to be followed to prevent contamination of in-
struments and/or personnel using the unit that is a assignment of the RESPONSIBLE AUTHORITY of the practice.
We wish to point out the following risks:
- The sterilization is a process that works by means of water steam under pressure and high temperatures; when
the load is removed from the sterilization chamber always use tools and wear personal protections suitable for
handling hot instruments.
- On opening the sterilizer, especially in case the cycle has been aborted, a small quantity of hot water steam or
condensate can be released in the environment; be careful when opening the door.
- If the condensation cycle is not brought to an end, the load, the trays and the tray support as well as the cham-
ber inner space are ALWAYS to be considered as potentially contaminating elements, as long as a subsequent
sterilization cycle has not been successfully completed.
- The water contained in the recovery tank is to be regarded as biologically contaminating, therefore when this
tank is emptied, suitable precautions should be taken. The disposal of recovery water needs to be done in ac-
cordance with the national or local regulation. Check the integrity of the draining pipe before its use.
- To prevent cross contaminations during the loading and unloading steps, open the door with clean hands or
wear uncontaminated gloves to avoid contaminating the door handle, do not use gloves worn during the in-
struments decontamination step for this operation; when the sterilized instruments are removed from the
chamber, always use uncontaminated gloves.
- In case of contact with hot water, steam or contaminated materials rinse with fresh water and seek for medical
help
SYMBOLS
On the panels of the unit and in this manual, potential hazards and the parts that can be dangerous at high tempera-
tures, are marked with this symbol:
WARNING: instruments and chamber are very hot
Contamination risk
CAUTION, risk of danger
Documentation needs to be consulted
Read carefully this user manual because wrong use may expose the user to health risks.
This symbol indicates the presence of additional important notes about the use
The water steam sterilizer is designed to be used for the sterilization of reusable medical instruments that can be steam
sterilized in a range of temperatures between 121°C and 135°C; any attempt of sterilizing instruments that are not fit for
undergoing this process can result in hazard for the operator: it can also lead to potentially serious faults and damage
the sterilizer’s safety mechanisms.
The unit is not to be used to sterilize liquids and flammable materials.

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The unit is designed for indoor use only.
Do not use in presence of anaesthetic or flammable gas.
To avoid an excessive level of humidity, properly air the room where the unit is installed.
2.7 FRONT AND REAR VIEW
Door
Door handle
Control panel
Distilled water recervoir
filling point
Bacterial filter
Door gasket
Quick connector for distilled
water tank drain
Water inlet filter
Water outflow filter
Chamber water inlet
Temperature sensor
Air line filter
Safety valve connection
Air grid and cooling fan
Safety valve
Power supply switch
Power supply cord
Printer connector
(option)
Main fuses
Quick connector for used water
tank drain
Automatic draining of
used water tank (option):
max flow 20 ml/minute,
water T < 70°C

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2.8 STANDARD ACCESSORIES
To make the warranty active it is necessary that a copy of the supplied Unit Passport is sent, through the
agent, to the manufacturer; for want of this the warranty will decline.
2.9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Chamber dimensions
Ø = 240 mm
Depth = 384 mm
Auto-switching-off
elapsed 30’ from the end of a
cycle and without any action
Chamber capacity
17,5 l
Dual water tank
3,5 liters each (used and
clean water tanks)
Maximum load
4 kg (solid)
1,5 kg (porous)
Bacterial filter
0.3 µm al 99.97 %
Warming-up time
20’ from room temperature
10’ with pre-heated chamber
Clock battery
(may be replaced only by au-
thorized service)
Varta CR2032
Sterilization time
from 3’ to 90’ depending on the
selected cycle
Transmitted heat
in environment
0,18 J/h at 23°C
Drying time
from 6’ to 30’ depending on the
selected cycle
Sound emission
61 dB/A at 1 m
External dimensions
443 x 570 x 428 mm
(L x D x H)
Working cycle
continuous
Net weight
49 Kg
Pollution grade
2
Power supply voltage
120V +/-10%
Transient overvoltage
II
Frequency
60Hz
Max consumption
1500 W
Maximum volume available
on the trays
10 l
Average consumption
600 W
Maximum chamber
temperature
135°C (-0/+2°C)
Standby consumption
1 W
Safety valve
working pressure
2,55 bar
AC Fuses
2 x 15AT 250V (type 6.3x32 )
UL listed
2.9.1 Environment operating conditions
The sterilizer is designed to operate in environments at temperatures between 3 °C and 40 °C, relative
humidity not greater than 95%, atmospheric pressure from 750 mBar to 1050 mBar and altitude between
0 and +2500 meters.
NEVER USE IN PRESENCE OF INFLAMMABILE ANAESTHETIC GAS