SciCan STATIM 7000 User manual

•Operator’s Manual
STATIM 7000
CASSETTE AUTOCLAVE
P/N 95-110339 Rev. 1.0 STATIM 7000 Operator's manual
Copyright ©2008 SciCan Ltd. All rights reserved.

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Table Of Contents
1. Introduction ........................................... 3
2. Important Information ........................... 4
2.1 Disclaimers
2.2 Unit Overview
3. Installation.............................................. 6
3.1 Environmental Considerations
3.2 Unit Placement
3.3 Connecting The Condenser
and Waste Bottles
3.4 Accessing the User Menu
3.5
3.6
3.7 Setting the Time and Date
3.8 Language Selection
3.9 Assigning the Unit Identier Number
3.10 Shipping The Unit
4. Instructions For Use............................ 11
4.1 Using The Cassette
4.2 Preparing and Loading Instruments
4.3 Selecting A Cyle
4.4 Running A Cycle
4.5 Stopping a Cycle
5. Maintenance ........................................ 22
5.1 Cleaning the Cassette
5.2 Cleaning the Reservoir
5.3 Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces
5.4 Changing the Bacteria Retentive
Air Filters
5.5 Replacing the Cassette Seals
5.6 Maintaining Fluid Levels
5.7 Changing the Water Filter
5.8 Reading Water Quality
5.9 Preventative Maintenance Schedule
6. The Communication Port.................... 28
6.1 Communication Port
6.2 Choosing the Correct Output
6.3 Cycle Printout Overview
7. Troubleshooting Problems................. 33
8. Spare Parts & Accessories................. 36
9. Warranty............................................... 37
10. Specications ...................................... 38
Table Of Contents
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Installing the Water or Pass-Through Filter
Filling The Statim Reservoir

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1. Introduction
Congratulations on your selection of the STATIM ®7000 Autoclave. We are confident that
you have purchased the finest equipment of its type. The Statim is a counter-top unit that
features a number of sterilizing cycles designed to meet your needs and suitability for
steam sterilization.
The details of installing, operating and servicing your Statim are all contained within this
operator’s manual. To ensure years of safe, trouble-free service please read these instructions
before operating this unit and keep them for future reference. Operational, maintenance and
replacement instructions should be followed for the product to perform as designed. Contents
of this manual are subject to change without notice to reflect changes and improvements to
the Statim product.
The Statim is suitable for the sterilization of dental and medical instruments designed to
withstand steam sterilization. The Statim has not been designed to sterilize liquids, cloth
loads, biomedical waste or materials not compatible with steam sterilization. The processing
of such loads may result in incomplete sterilization and / or damage to the autoclave.
For more information about instrument suitability for steam sterilization, consult the
manufacturers’ reprocessing instructions.
1. Introduction
Figure 1

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1. Important Information
2.1 Disclaimers
Do not permit any person other than certified personnel to supply parts for, service or
maintain your Statim. SciCan shall not be liable for incidental, special or consequential
damages caused by any maintenance or services performed on the Statim by a third party,
or for the use of equipment or parts manufactured by a third party, including lost profits, any
commercial loss, economic loss, or loss arising from personal injury.
Unless you are using the SciCan water filter, use only steam-process distilled water in your
Statim. Demineralized, or specially filtered water should not be used.
Never remove the cover of the unit and never insert objects through holes or openings in the
cabinetry. Doing so may damage the unit and / or pose a hazard to the operator.
IMPORTANT: Follow local guidelines governing verification of the sterilization procedure.
2. Important Information

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2. Important Information
1. keypad and LCD
2. removable water
reservoir
3. cassette
4. USB port
(Not on all Models)
5. Biological Air Filter
6. water filter
7. exhaust tube ports
8. power cable port
2.2 Unit Overview
2. Important Information
Figure 2
Bottle Tubing
Cassette Tray with Lid
Waste & Condenser
Bottle (2)
Bottle Lid Fitting (2) Water Filter (2)
Power Cord
Stat-Dri
Important
Information.
A potential
Hazard to
the operator.
A situation which
may lead to a
mechanical failure.
The following symbols
may appear in the
margins of this book
The following
symbols appear
on the unit:
Caution: Hot Surface
and / or Hot Steam
UNWRAPPED
Cycles (A)
Air Dry
Only (D)
STOP
button (F)
Caution: Risk of
electrical shock.
Disconnect supply
before servicing
Caution: Refer
to manual for
details
START
Button (E)
A B C D E F
USB Memory Stick
(not all models)
9. power switch
10. RS232 port
11. Serial number plate
12. Drain tube
13. Air filter
WRAPPED
cycles (B)
RUBBER/
PLASTICS
cycles (C)
Power
Indicator LED
Active
Indicator LED
Water Reservoir
42
11 12 9
8
713
6
5
3
1
Keep away from
direct sunlight
Storage Temp.
The following symbols
appear on the water
filter cartridge.
10
When you receive your Statim 7000 packing carton, the items listed below will be included.
If any of the items are missing, cont act your dealer immediately.

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3. Installation
3.1 Environmental Considerations
There are several factors that may affect the performance of your Statim. Please review
these factors, and select a suitable location in which to install the unit.
• Temperature and Humidity
Avoid installing your Statim in direct sunlight or close to a heat source (e.g. vents or
radiators). The recommended operating temperatures are 15 ˚C to 25 ˚C (59 ˚F to 77 ˚F)
with humidity of 25 % to 70 %.
• Spacing
The vents and openings on the Statim should remain uncovered and unobstructed.
Leave a minimum of 25 mm / 1” between the top and 13 mm / 0.5” between the sides of
the unit and any wall or partition.
• Venting
The Statim should be operated in a clean, dust-free environment.
• Work Surface
The Statim should be placed on a flat, level, water and heat resistant surface. Never install
and operate the unit on a sloped surface.
• Electromagnetic Environment
The Statim has been tested and meets applicable standards for electromagnetic
emissions. While the unit does not emit any radiation, it may itself be affected by other
equipment which does. We recommend that the unit be kept away from potential sources
of interference.
• Electrical Requirements
Use properly grounded and fused power sources with the same voltage rating as indicated
on the label at the back of your Statim. The electrical rating for the Statim 7000 can be
found in the “Specifications” section. The power cord must be plugged into a matching
receptacle that has a dedicated electrical supply directly from the power source.
3.2 Unit Placement
When placing the unit on a counter top, ensure the following:
• Ensure the unit is placed on a strong, flat, level and water and heat
resistant surface.
• The unit should be stable and all four feet should be securely in contact with
the counter surface. This will prevent the unit from moving freely.

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3. Installation
3.3 Connecting The Condenser and Waste Bottles
There are two bottles that need to be connected to the Statim 7000: the condenser bottle and
the waste bottle.
1. The condenser bottle includes a lid with 3 connectors (2 large fittings and 1 small
fitting) and a long copper condenser coil assembly.
2. The waste bottle includes the lid with 1 connector (1 small fitting) and a short copper
condenser coil.
NOTE: Do not mix the bottles and parts as this
could cause an overflow!
To connect the two bottles to the Statim 7000,
follow these steps:
1. Insert the 2 exhaust tubes onto the unit
exhaust tube ports and connect tightly.
2. Remove the 2 ferrule nuts from the large
fittings on the bottle with 3 connectors
and slide one nut onto each free end of
the exhaust tubes. Do not coil the
exhaust tubes.
3. Insert the exhaust tubes into the large
fittings and hand tighten the 2 ferrule
nuts.
4. Locate and remove the nut from the
small fitting on the bottle lid.
5. Slide the nut onto one end of the quick
coupling tubing.
6. Insert the tube into the small fitting and securely tighten.
7. Completely fill the condenser bottle with water and replace the lid.
8. Locate and remove the nut from the waste bottle (bottle with small condenser coil).
9. Slide the nut over the free end of the quick connect tubing.
10. Insert the tube into the waste bottle fitting and securely tighten.
11. Leave the waste bottle empty.
12. Place both bottles near and below the unit.
13. Replace the water in the bottles according to the Preventative Maintenance Schedule
to avoid unpleasant odours and discolouration of the contents. A low level disinfectant,
prepared to the manufacturer’s instructions, may be added to remedy this situation.
Figure 3
Waste Bottle
Condenser Bottle
Connector Tubing
Exhaust Tube
Ports
Quick Coupling
Tubing

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3. Installation
3.4 Accessing the User Menu
The user menu allows the operator to reset warning messages, set the time and date, select
languages, and modify other items that do not affect the sterilization process of the unit.
The User Menu can be accessed by using one of two methods:
1. Powering up the unit while pressing the button
or
2. Pressing the and buttons simultaneously while the unit displays the
“SELECT A CYCLE” message
= Next option
= Previous option
= Select The Option
= Save & Exit or Return To The Main Menu
3.5 Installing the Water or Pass-Through Filter
When the unit is first installed, either the provided water filter or the optional purchased pass-
through filter needs to be installed. Please refer to section 5.7 of this operators manual,
“Changing the Water Filter”
3.6 Filling the Statim Reservoir
The reservoir can be filled in two ways:
1. By removing the reservoir from the unit and filling it seperately and then placing the
reservoir back into the unit.
2. By removing the reservoir cover and pouring water directly into the reservoir.
If using the SciCan water filter (SCWF1), the reservoir can be filled using your local
tap water.
If not using the SciCan water filter, a Water Bypass Cartridge (SCWFBP) must be purchased
and used and then only use steam process distilled water containing less than 5 ppm total
dissolved solids (having a conductivity of less than 10 uS / cm).
The water conductivity can be checked on the LCD display by following procedure in Section
“Reading the water quality”.

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3. Installation
3.7 Setting the Time and Date
To set the time and date, follow these steps and watch the blinking cursor on the LCD:
Enter the User Menu and select the TIME & DATE option when it is displayed on the first line.
Or
Power OFF the unit. Hold down the button and power the unit back ON.
1. Using the (down) and (up) buttons, change the values.
2. To select the next field, press the button.
3. To save changes and return to the regular
operating mode, press the button.
4. To quit without making changes, power
the Statim OFF
3.8 Language Selection
The messages displayed on the LCD can be changed to
a number of different languages. To change the current
language selections, enter the User Menu and select
the LANGUAGE option when it displayed on the first line.
Or
Power OFF the unit. Hold down the button and power the unit back ON.
1. Using the (down) & (up) buttons, select your preferred language.
2. When the desired language is displayed, press the button to save the selection and
return to the regular operating mode.
3.9 Assigning Unit Identifier Number
To assign an identifier number, enter the User Menu and select
the UNIT ID option when it is displayed on the first line.
Or
Power off the unit and while holding down the button, power on the unit.
1. Using the (down) & (up) buttons, change the values.
2. To change the next digit (max. 3) press the button.
3. To save changes and return to the regular operating mode, press the button.
14:23 15 /11/2007
HH:MM DD/MM/YYYY
Display when setting the time and date
STATIM 7000+ S702R604
#000
Display when assigning unit number
ENGLISH
Display when scrolling through languages

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3. Installation
3.10 Shipping the Unit
When shipping the unit, you will need to empty
any remaining water from system. To do so,
follow these steps:
1. Remove the reservoir and empty its
contents.
2. Re-insert the reservoir to the unit to allow
any remaining water in the unit to drain into
the reservoir.
3. Remove the reservoir and the water filter and empty any remaining water in the
reservoir.
4. Place a water container below the rear of the unit.
5. Pull out the drain tube completely and remove the drain tube plug to empty any
remaining water into the water container.
6. Replace the drain tube plug and push the drain tube back completely.
7. Repack the unit in the original packing materials and include all accessories originally
included with the unit.
8. Specify heated and insured shipping.
Figure 4
drain tube

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4. Instructions For Use
4. Instructions For Use
4.1 Using the Cassette
When removing the cassette after a cycle, exercise caution as the
cassette and contents may be hot and contain steam
• To open the cassette:
1. Push the carry handle into the open position.
2. Put your hands on either side of the
cassette handle.
3. Insert your forefingers in the slots and place
your thumbs on the thumb pads.
4. Press down with your thumbs and pull up with
your forefingers until the lid opens.
5. Raise the cassette lid and disengage from the
tray. Rest the lid on its outer surface.
• To close the cassette:
1. Align the hinge tab on the lid with the hinge slot
on the tray.
2. As you begin to close the lid, the hinge tab and
slot will engage.
3. Place the carry handle into the closed position.
• Inserting the cassette into the Statim 7000:
1. Hold the cassette handle in one hand and the carry
handle in the other.
2. Place the end of the cassette into the unit and drop
the carry handle into its closed position.
3. Gently push the cassette inward until you hear a
click sound.
Never push the cassette into the Statim with force as the interior
components could be damaged.
• STAT-DRI
Treatment of the interior surfaces of the cassette with the Stat-Dri drying agent, provided with
your unit, will enhance the drying process. (Replacement bottles are available from SciCan,
order number 2OZPLUS, 8OZPLUS, 8OZPLUST, 32OZPLUS).
Figure 5
closed
open
carry handle
cassette handle

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4. Instructions For Use
4.2 Preparing and loading instruments
The Statim 7000 has been tested to a maximum instrument load of 3.4 Kg (7.5 lbs) for
Unwrapped and Wrapped cycles and 0.8 Kg (1.7 lbs) for the Rubber and Plastics cycle. For
information on how to make up the appropriate weight, consult the “Instrument Mass Guide”
later in this chapter. Before loading any instruments into the Statim 7000, consult
the manufacturer’s reprocessing instructions.
• Clean Instruments
Clean and rinse all instruments before loading them into the cassette. Disinfectant residues
and solid debris may inhibit sterilization and damage the instruments, the cassette, and the
Statim. Lubricated instruments must be wiped thoroughly and any excess lubricant should be
removed before loading.
• Unwrapped Instruments
Arrange unwrapped instruments on the instrument rack in the tray so that they do not touch
one another. This ensures that steam reaches all surfaces and will promote drying.
Instruments must not be stacked or piled in the cassettes, as this will impede the
sterilization process.
• Wrapped Instruments
Place the instruments into autoclave bags according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Place the wrapped instruments on the pouched load rack (01-110301S) and arrange them
to avoid overlap. Ensure that all wrapped loads are dry before handling and /or storage to
maintain sterility.
SciCan recommends the use of paper / paper and plastic / paper autoclave bags
manufactured in accordance to EN 868 or pouches such as the Crosstex sterilization pouch.
Loosely pack instruments in the bags to allow steam penetration to all instrument surfaces.
Instruments that have been loaded into an instrument cassette can be packaged into a
sterilization wrap such as the Dextex II.
The Use of cloth wraps is not recommended in the Statim 7000.
• Rubber and Plastic Instruments
The following materials can be sterilized in the Statim:
nylon, polycarbonate (Lexan™), polypropylene, PTFE (Teflon™), acetal (Delrin™),
polysulfone (Udel™), polyetherimide (Ultem™), silicone rubber, and polyester.
When loading rubber and plastic instruments in the tray, leave a space between the
instruments and the cassette walls. This ensures that steam reaches all surfaces, and
will promote drying.

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4. Instructions For Use
The following materials cannot be sterilized in the Statim:
polyethylene, ABS, styrene, cellulosics, PVC, Acrylic (Plexiglas™), PPO (Noryl™), latex,
neoprene, and similar materials.
Use of these materials may lead to instrument or equipment damage. If you are unsure of your
instrument’s material or construction, do not load into your Statim until you have checked
with the instrument manufacturer.
• All Instruments
The Statim is NOT intended for sterilizing textiles, liquids or biomedical waste. Instruments
will remain sterile after a successful cycle until the cassette is disengaged from the unit.
Unwrapped instruments, once exposed to ambient or external conditions, cannot be
maintained in a sterile state.
If sterile storage is desired, package the instruments to be sterilized in autoclave bags or
sterilization wrap, according to the instrument manufacturer’s instructions. Then allow the
wrapped cycle to run until the air-dry phase is complete.
Best Practice: Allow instruments (wrapped or unwrapped) to dry completely prior to handling.
Wrapped or pouched instruments must not touch each other to promote drying and enable
effective sterilization.
SciCan recommends the final user carefully choose the most appropriate sterilization cycle
according to the recommendations of their leading infection control authorities and local
regulatory guidelines / recommendations.
• Instrument Mass Guide
Instrument Typical Instrument Mass
Scissors 30g (0.96ozs)
Dental Scalers 20g (0.64ozs)
Forceps 15g (0.48ozs)
Dental Handpiece 40 to 60g (1.3 to 1.9ozs)
Instrument Cassette 747g (26ozs)
Suction Cannula 10g (0.32ozs)
Plastic mouth mirror 8g (0.3ozs)
NOTE: The above instruments are to be used as reference only. For the exact weights of
your instruments, consult the manufacturer’s specifications.
Instrument Typical Instrument Mass
Impression Tray 15 to 45g (0.48 to 1.5ozs)
Plastic x-ray positioning
ring
20g (0.64ozs)
Phaco handpieces 110g (3.89ozs)
Rubber dam frame 27g (0.95ozs)
Orthodontic debanding
instruments
59g (2.1ozs)

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4. Instructions For Use
• Biological Indicators
SciCan recommends the EZTest™ Steam biological indicators by SGM Biotech Inc. for
routine monitoring of the Statim 7000. This system consists of self contained biological
indicators and incubators. It is important to select the correct biological indicator for the cycle
being tested.
For detailed instructions on how to handle, use and dispose of these indicators, please
consult the product literature accompanying the EZTest™ biological indicators or contact
SGM Biotech Inc.
Because the recommended incubation time for the EZTest™ indicators is 24 hours, it is
recommended that the biological indicator tests be conducted so that the incubation period
occurs during a period of planned downtime such as the last cycle before a weekend
• Chemical Indicators
SciCan recommends that chemical process indicators suitable for steam sterilizers be used
in routine monitoring of the Statim 7000. Of the many brands on the market, it is important
to choose the correct type. Use only indicators designed for steam sterilization at 134°C for
the Unwrapped and Wrapped cycles, and indicators designed for steam sterilization at 121°C
for Rubber and Plastics. SciCan recommends the use of SciCan’s Test Strip Indicators (TST)
Strips (SciCan p/n SCI-134) for unwrapped and wrapped cycles. Use at least one indicator for
each load processed. Follow the indicator manufacturer’s instructions closely.
• Routine Monitoring
Chemical process indicators suitable for steam sterilizers should be included in or on each
package or load being sterilized. In addition, the weekly use of biological indicators, which
allow you to ascertain whether the instruments have been exposed to sterilization conditions
is recommended. For the Statim 7000 the EZTest™ Steam by SGM Biotech Inc. is a
recommended biological indicator for routine monitoring. It is important to select the correct
biological indicator for the cycle being tested.
For detailed instructions on how to handle, use and dispose of both the biological and
chemical indicators, please consult the product literature accompanying the indicators or
contact the manufacturer directly.

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4. Instructions For Use
To use the indicators with the Statim 7000, follow these steps:
1. Place the appropriate biological and / or chemical indicator in the Statim 7000 cassette
in the back left corner.
2. Process the load in the sterilizer according to your usual practice.
3. Ensure that the message “Cycle Complete” is displayed on the LCD after the cycle
is finished.
4. Recover the biological and / or chemical indicator and process further according to the
literature that accompanied the indicator.
5. Monitor the indicator for the duration of the incubation period.
At the first indication of a potential sterilization failure:
1. Do not process any more instruments until favourable test results have been returned.
2. Ensure the correct indicator type was chosen.
3. Ensure the chamber was not overloaded. Consult the earlier portion of this section for
proper loading instructions.
4. If the results do not change, do not process any more instruments within the Statim
7000 and contact your SciCan dealer for further assistance.
Because the recommended incubation time for the EZTest™ indicators is 24 hours, it is
recommended that the biological indicator tests be conducted so that the incubation period
occurs during a period of planned downtime such as the last cycle before a weekend.

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4. Instructions For Use
4.3 Selecting a Cycle
The Statim 7000 sterilization cycles are each designed to sterilize a specific type of load.
Each cycle can be selected by pressing the , or buttons.
The types of instruments, sterilization requirements and a graph depicting each cycle
characteristics are described over the following pages.
1. Unwrapped Cycles
The unwrapped cycle is a general purpose sterilization cycle used to sterilize up to 3.4kg
(7.5lbs) of unwrapped metal instruments such as pliers, re-usable burs, scalers, forceps,
dental and phaco handpieces. Consult the Instrument Mass Guide in the previous section for
information regarding approximate instrument weights in order to not exceed the maximum
load. At the end of the cycle’s sterilization phase, air drying will commence for 12 minutes.
Air-drying can be interrupted at any time by pressing the button. This drying duration can
be adjusted via the User Menu options.
To select the unwrapped cycle:
Press the button to scroll through the
available cycles.
Once the desired cycle is displayed, press
the button.
Please note that the 18 minute cycle is only available on some EN 13060 compliant models.
Additionally, this cycle must be unlocked by your Service Technician during setup as the
factory default is set to only provide the 3.5 minute cycle. Once the cycle has been activated,
the last unwrapped cycle that was run will be displayed the next time this cycle is selected.
This cycle is not available in North America.
UNWRAPPED 134°C / 18 min
UNWRAPPED 134°C / 3.5 min
ABCDEF
D Sterilizing
134˚C / 304 kPa -
138˚C / 341 kPa
E Venting
F Air Drying
3.5 min / 18 min
A 100˚C / 101 kPa
B 3 purges (Conditioning)
peak at 133˚C / 295 kPa
vent to 11 5˚C / 169 kPa
C Pressurizing
Unwrapped
(Not available in
North America.)

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4. Instructions For Use
2. Wrapped Cycles
The Wrapped Cycle is used to sterilize up to 3.4kg (7.5lbs) of solid and hollow metal
instruments which have been sealed or wrapped in autoclavable bags or sterilization wraps.
Instruments such as pliers, re-usable burs, scalers, forceps, dental and phaco handpieces
may be processed in this cycle. Consult the Instrument Mass Guide in the previous section for
information regarding approximate instrument weights in order to not exceed the maximum
load. At the end of the cycle’s sterilization phase, drying will commence for 12 minutes.
Air-drying can be interrupted at any time by pressing the button. This drying duration can
be adjusted via the User Menu options.
To select the wrapped Cycle: Press the button
to scroll through the available cycles.
Once the desired cycle is displayed, press the
button.
Please note that the 18 minute cycle is only available on some EN 13060 compliant models.
Additionally, this cycle must be unlocked by your Service Technician during setup as the
factory default is set to only provide the 3.5 minute cycle. Once the cycle has been activated,
the last unwrapped cycle that was run will be displayed the next time this cycle is selected.
This cycle is not available in North America.
A B C D E
D Sterilizing
134˚C / 304 kPa -
138˚C / 341 kPa
E Drying
3.5 min /
18 min
A 100˚C / 101 kPa
B 6 purges (Conditioning)
peak at 133˚C / 295 kPa
vent to 115˚C / 169 kPa
C Pressurizing
WRAPPED 134°C / 3.5 min
WRAPPED 134°C / 18 min (Not available in
North America.)

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4. Instructions For Use
3. Rubber and Plastics Cycle
The Rubber and Plastics Cycle is used to sterilize up to 0.8kg (1.7lbs) of unwrapped
instruments constructed of materials listed on page 12. Instruments such as x-ray rings,
rubber dam frames and orthodontic debanding instruments may be processed in this
cycle. Consult the Instrument Mass Guide in the previous section for information regarding
the approximate instrument weights in order to not exceed the maximum load. At the end
of the cycle’s sterilization phase, drying will commence for 12 minutes. Air-drying can be
interrupted at any time by pressing the button. This drying duration can be adjusted via
the User Menu options.
To select this Cycle: Press the button,
then press the button.
4. Air Dry Only Cycle
This is not a sterilization cycle.
The Drying Cycle starts automatically after each sterilizing cycle and has been preset to run
for 12 minutes. Air drying may be interrupted by pressing the button. To ensure that the
contents of the cassette or pouch are dry, drying time for all sterilization cycles have been
pre-set to 12 minutes. The Unwrapped and R&P Cycles are adjustable from 0 – 30 minutes,
in 1 minute increments, and the Air Drying Cycle from 1- 30 minutes in 1 minute increments.
The Wrapped Cycles are adjustable from 10 – 30 minutes, in 1 minute increments. Dryness
is important for unwrapped instruments for corrosion prevention. For wrapped instruments, a
dry wrap is required to maintain sterility.
D Sterilizing
121°C / 205 kPa -
124°C / 225kPa
E Venting
F Air Drying
A 100°C / 101 kPa
B 3 purges (Conditioning)
peak at 120°C / 199 kPa
vent to 110°C / 143 kPa
C Pressurizing
RUBBER / PLASTIC 121°C / 30 min
1
2

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4. Instructions For Use
If the button is pressed during the air drying stage of the sterilization cycle, and the
cassette has not been removed from the autoclave, the Air Dry Only Cycle may be used to
complete the sterilization cycle. If the cassette has been removed from the autoclave, it may
not be reinserted for the Air Dry Only Cycle. If the cassette contains wrapped instruments and
the wraps are not dry when the cassette is opened, the instruments must be handled in an
aseptic manner for immediate use or resterilized.
To start, press the button, then press the button.
When started independently, this cycle has been preset to 12 minutes.
NOTE: The air dry only cycle uses heated filtered air. Heat sensitive instruments such
as rubber and plastics should not be processed in this cycle.
To change the drying time, follow these steps:
1. Access the users menu by pressing the and buttons simultaneously.
2. Press the to scroll through the cycle menu.
3. When you have found the cycle you wish to change, press the .
4. Adjust the drying time by pressing the to increase the drying time and press the
to reduce the drying time.
NOTE: Drying times have been set to achieve optimal drying performance. Reduction
in these values may have a detrimental effect on the dryness of the finished load.
Instruments in wrapped packs should not be considered suitable for sterile storage if
not completely dry.
5. When the desired drying time has been selected, press the to enter the change.
6. Press .
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4. Instructions For Use
4. Instructions For Use
4.4 Running a Cycle
To operate each cycle, follow these steps and watch the LCD.
1. Turn the power switch at the back of the
unit to ON and wait for the LCD to display:
2. Choose the appropriate cycle by following
“Selecting a cycle” in section 4.3
3. Prior to the cycle starting, the unit’s cycle
counter displays the total number of cycles
the unit has run to date.
4. As the unit operates, the cycle progress is displayed on the LCD:
As the cycle is running,
various sounds will be heard.
This is the normal functioning of the unit.
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SELECT A CYCLE
Cycle you selected
PRESS START
Cycle you selected
CYCLE NUMBER 000000
Cycle you selected
WARMING UP
CONDITIONING
110°C 143 kPa
PRESSURIZING
125°C 232 kPa
STERILIZING
136.8°C 330 kPa 3:29
VENTING
108°C 134 kPa