SHP Laboklav 55 User manual

Laboklav
edition 01/2020
Dampfsterilisatoren
Steam sterilizers
Type 55
-
195 Liter
User manual

SHP Steriltechnik AG
Schloss Detzel 1
D- 39345 Detzel Schloss / Satuelle
Tel: [phone]
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Internet: www.shp-steriltechnik.de

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Please read these user instructions before starting the use of the steam sterilizer! It is necessary to
keep this user manual over the complete life cycle of the sterilizer nearby the unit.
Indications included in this manual and labeled warning, important and attention are very
important and to draw attention to them. They are marked with the following graphical
symbols.
Warning
Failing to observe these warnings can cause injury and even
death. This symbol also means that an operator must
acquaint with a suitable passage in the manual.
Important

This s
ymbol denotes important indications for example to
prevent sterilizer or load damage.
Attention

Observing the texts marked with this symbol facilitates
operation of the sterilizer.
General Warnings:
Access to sterilizer operations manual shou
ld be restricted
only to persons authorized to operate a sterilizer
During an installation of a sterilizer, after maintenance
performed by technical staff and during power outlet
exchange, the verification of null electric potential of the
elements be
ing touched by users should absolutely be
performed by authorized staff.

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General safety instructions:
Observe the following safety instructions for the operation of the autoclave!
Determination
•Only use the autoclave for the purpose defined in the operating instructions.
Power cord and power plug
•Never damage or change the power cord or power plug.
•Never operate the autoclave if the power cord or plug is damaged.
•Never unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Always touch the power plug directly.
Installation
•Follow the instructions in this manual to install and operate the unit. We recommend that the
first commissioning be carried out by authorised specialist personnel of SHP Steriltechnik AG.
•Do not operate the autoclave in potentially explosive atmospheres.
•Only have the electrical connection set up by a specialist.
Program termination
•Note, that hot water steam can leave the chamber when the door is opened immediately after
a program has been stopped manually.
•Depending on the time of program termination, the load may be not sterile. Observe the
instructions on the display of the autoclave. You may need to sterilize the item again.
•Never open the door with force.
Removal of sterile goods
•Use gloves to remove the trays or bottom plate and wait until the everything has cooled down.
Never touch the sterile goods with unprotected hands. The parts can be hot.
•Check the packaging of the items to be sterilized for removal from the autoclave.
Maintenance
•Have the service carried out by authorized persons only.
Malfunctions
•If you get repeated error messages when operating the autoclave, put the autoclave out of
service and, if necessary, inform your specialist or authorized service.
•Have the autoclave repaired only by authorized persons.

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Content
Page
1. General application, construction and use of steam sterilizer line Laboklav 55-195 .......................................... 6
2. Steam sterilizer Laboklav xxx - technical data ....................................................................................................8
3. Programs available in steam sterilizer line Laboklav 55 - 195 ..........................................................................14
3.1. standard programs .................................................................................................................................14
3.2. Programs with fast cooling .....................................................................................................................16
3.3. Programs with vacuum (versions V, MV, MSV and MSLV) ................................................................... 17
3.4. Description of program steps .................................................................................................................18
3.5. Programs for testing ...............................................................................................................................19
3.6. Overview for predefined programs.........................................................................................................19
4. Operating the steam sterilizer Laboklav 55 – 195.............................................................................................21
4.1. List of delivered parts .............................................................................................................................21
4.2. Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 22
4.2.1. Power Supply..................................................................................................................................22
4.2.2. Water supply...................................................................................................................................22
4.3. General information for operation ..........................................................................................................23
4.3.1. Control panel and key functions .....................................................................................................23
4.3.2. Optional Touchscreen ....................................................................................................................24
4.4. First commissioning................................................................................................................................25
4.4.1. Setting up the device ......................................................................................................................25
4.4.2. Switching on ...................................................................................................................................25
4.4.3. Open the door/ lid ...........................................................................................................................26
4.4.4. Loading the device..........................................................................................................................26
4.4.5. Close the door/ lid...........................................................................................................................27
4.4.6. Choose a program .......................................................................................................................... 27
4.4.7. Program start ..................................................................................................................................29
4.4.8. STOP Button...................................................................................................................................29
4.4.9. Changing program parameters.......................................................................................................30
4.4.10. End of program .............................................................................................................................32
5. Sterilization cycle progress................................................................................................................................33
6. Error handling ....................................................................................................................................................40
7. Operating the sterilizer - general information ....................................................................................................41
7.1. Preheating the chamber......................................................................................................................... 41
7.2. Preparation of sterilization goods...........................................................................................................41
7.3. Removal of condensate..........................................................................................................................42
8. Documentation of sterilization cycles ................................................................................................................43
9. Decommissioning ..............................................................................................................................................43
10. Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................................44
10.1. Regular cleaning, maintenance and service activities .........................................................................45
10.2. Cleaning ...............................................................................................................................................46
10.3. Check of safety valve(s).......................................................................................................................47
10.4. Changing the venting air filter ..............................................................................................................48
10.5. Changing the lid seal............................................................................................................................48
10.6. Changing paper and ribbon cassette of the printer..............................................................................49
10.7. List of Consumables.............................................................................................................................51
11. Description of Safety devices .........................................................................................................................52
12. Additional information ......................................................................................................................................53
12.1. Definition of feed water quality .............................................................................................................53
12.2. Disposal................................................................................................................................................ 53
13. Service and maintenance................................................................................................................................ 54

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1. General application, construction and use of steam sterilizer line Laboklav 55-195
The steam sterilizer line Laboklav 55 - 195 is equipped with a chamber by 55 Liter to 195 Liter
chamber volume. It is constructed for the steam sterilization of instruments, materials for non medical
use and liquids. All versions contain a thermo lock acc. to IEC 61010-2-40. Different versions
depending on the use of the sterilizers are available.
In the basic version (Laboklav xxx B) sterilization of the above mentioned sterilization items is
possible, the cycles are configured as general use cycles. Unpackaged instruments and materials as
well as liquids can be sterilized as long as they are approved for the applied temperature range. Do
not sterilize hollow bodies (e.g. tubes) and porous materials (e.g. textiles). For such materials, these
cycles cannot be validated in the basic version and the sterilization result is therefore undefined.
(Version with vacuum option is necessary here)
The version with fast liquid cooling option (Laboklav xxx M) is equipped to make the cooling
process of liquids faster than self cooling process can be. The use of the active cooling process is
constructed for the use of not tightly closed flasks! Reduce of process time of cooling process is about
40 % compared with basic version! In consequence of the active cooling process happens a loss of
liquids by 3 – 12 % depending of the pressure reduce speed (programmable by service).

Attention! This is always associated with an increased loss
of liquid in the sterilization material.
Further versions are equipped to reduce the loss of liquids and to allow the sterilization of tightly
closed flasks (Laboklav xxx MS und MSL).
The vacuum version includes a water ring vacuum pump. This makes the steam sterilization process
safe for wrapped, porous and hollow materials. Additionally this version includes the possibility of
drying of the materials.
The standard programs for the sterilization of liquids (as available in the basic unit) are also available
here.
The water ring pump
in units with vacuum option should run
minimum once per week. This
prolongers the life cycle of the
vacuum pump and protects against malfunctions.
The different options are possible to combine in one unit (Laboklav xxx MV, MSV, MSLV).
For the use of the sterilizer in safety laboratories a special steam exhaust filtration is available to
protect the environment against elusion of non sterilized microorganism.
The manufacturer is not liable or responsible for defects or
indefinitely results if the sterilizer is not under intended use.
The steam sterilizer line Laboklav 55 – 195 allows a fully automatic process cycle. That includes
deaeration, heating, sterilization, pressure remove and cooling or drying function (optional if included
in the actual version). All steps for an automatic process are controlled by a microprocessor control
board. The actual status is shown on a graphic display and includes all important information for the
user to operate the device. The supported temperature range of the sterilization process is 103°C to
136°C. The typical temperatures of 121°C and 134°C are programmed for different sterilizing
situations and different materials. All program positions can be reprogrammed by special trained
engineers / service stuff.

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The steam sterilizer line Laboklav 55 – 195 includes the following additional advantages:
-Automatic preheating to reach defined condition in the start situation in each program separately
to define. This function is especially developed for fractionated prevacuum process to reduce the
condensate in the chamber and on the sterilization goods.
-Fully automatic deaeration of the sterilization goods by fractionated prevacuum (in vacuum option
only) or pressure purge process for solids and gravity process for liquid goods.
-Use of the principle of hot stone for the steam production reduces the use of water and decreases
the heating time of the device. That makes the process much more economic than the typical
steam generation process in a classic steam generator.
-Cooling process using the feed water stored in an included feed water tank (in all units with
included fast cooling option). That reduces the need of expensive demineralized water and saves
heating energy in the feed water. Additionally it is degassing the feed water for the next cycle so it
increases the quality of the complete sterilization process.
-Protection of the drain on house installation side by using normal tape water mixing to the steam
outlet. That process works temperature controlled by a PT 100 in the outlet installation. The
temperature is programmable for opening and closing the mixing valve.
-Automatic cleaning function for the steam generator in running in each cycle. It protects the unit
against heater damage forced by bad water quality.
-Microprocessor controlled process for fully automatic use.
Total view of the steam sterilizer Laboklav xxx
Figure 1: Total view of Laboklav xxx
The Laboklav should be operated while the normal laboratory working hours. If the device is not in
use it should be switched off by the main power plug (5). Over night and on the weekends the central
power plug (1) should be switched off. If that central power plug is missing, please use the main
breaker below the housing (4) on the right side of the unit.

Emergency Switch off
In case of a fatal switch off the device by turning the central
main power switch (1) or disconnect the sterilizer from power
supply by using the power plug (2).
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2. Steam sterilizer Laboklav xxx - technical data
Laboklav 55
Overall dimension (free standing unit) (W x H x D)…. 740 x 765 x 600 mm
Footprint (Bench top unit) (W x D)............................... 740 x 670 mm
Weight (netto).............................................................. ca. 125 kg
Volume Feed Water tank............................................. ca. 16 l
Maximum Load:
-Instruments ..................... 20 kg
-Textiles ........................... 10 kg
-Liquids...........…………….. 15 Liter Total volume
Sterilizer chamber:
Total volume ................................................................ ca. 62 l
Chamber dimension (φx D).......................................... φ410 x 460 (+50-round.) mm
Usable Volume....... ..................................................… ca. 60 l
Maximum allowable pressure (PS)............................... 2.8 bar
Maximum allowable temperature (TS).......................... 138°C
Working pressure safety valve....................................... 2.8 bar
Material of chamber and double jacket..................….... 1.4404 (SS 316 L)
Surface roughness ……………………........................… ≤0,8 µm
Pressure Device Directive 2014/68/EU......................... CE0036, Kat. II, Modul B+C2
Power supply:
Voltage ......................................................................... 3N 400V~ (±5%), 50 Hz, 16A
Power cord……...………................................................. CEE-plug 16 A
Working power ............................................................... 4,5 kW
Averaged power consumption per cycle......................... 5 kWh
Protection class ......................…………………………... I
Protection…......................…………………...…………... IP24
Electromagnetic compatibility ..........……..……………… DIN EN 61326
Water supply:
Destilled or demineralized Water
(acc. to annex C EN 13060)
Averaged feed water consumption per cycle................... ca. 3,5 l - 8 l
(depending on initial state, program and load)
Storing conditions:
Temperature................................................................... 5 ÷40°C
Humidity ........................................................................ max. 85%
Heat emission to the environment................................. ca. 12% of rated capacity
Programs:
10 predefined programs in user level 1:
The program definition depends on the available options included in the model. The programs
can be individually changed.
10 further programs in user level 2 (program P11 - P20) code protected, Predefinition is like P1.
2 test programs (Bowie & Dick-Test, P11, vacuum test, P12) - in vacuum versions only
Computer interface:
- serial interface RS 485
Printer (optional)

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Laboklav 80
Overall dimension (free standing unit) (W x H x D)…. 740 x 915 x 600 mm
Footprint (Bench top unit) (W x D)............................... 740 x 820 mm
Weight (netto).............................................................. ca. 165 kg
Volume Feed Water tank............................................. ca. 30 l
Maximum Load:
-Instruments ..................... 30 kg
-Textiles ........................... 10 kg
-Liquids...........…………….. 21 Liter Total volume
Sterilizer chamber:
Total volume ................................................................ ca. 82 l
Chamber dimension (φx D).......................................... φ410 x 610 (+50-round.) mm
Usable Volume....... ..................................................… ca. 80 l
Maximum allowable pressure (PS)............................... 2.8 bar
Maximum allowable temperature (TS).......................... 138°C
Working pressure safety valve....................................... 2.8 bar
Material of chamber and double jacket..................….... 1.4404 (SS 316 L)
Surface roughness ……………………........................… ≤0,8 µm
Pressure Device Directive 2014/68/EU......................... CE0036, Kat. II, Modul B+C2
Power supply:
Voltage ......................................................................... 3N 400V~ (±5%), 50 Hz, 16A
Power cord………...……................................................. CEE-plug 16 A
Working power ............................................................... 4,5 kW
Averaged power consumption per cycle......................... 5 kWh
Protection class ......................…………………………... I
Protection…......................…………………...…………... IP24
Electromagnetic compatibility ..........……..……………… DIN EN 61326
Water supply:
Destilled or demineralized Water
(acc. to annex C EN 13060)
Averaged feed water consumption per cycle................... ca. 3,5 l - 10 l
(depending on initial state, program and load)
Storing conditions:
Temperature................................................................... 5 ÷40°C
Humidity ........................................................................ max. 85%
Heat emission to the environment................................. ca. 12% of rated capacity
Programs:
10 predefined programs in user level 1:
The program definition depends on the available options included in the model. The programs
can be individually changed.
10 further programs in user level 2 (program P11 - P20) code protected, Predefinition is like P1.
2 test programs (Bowie & Dick-Test, P11, vacuum test, P12) - in vacuum versions only
Computer interface:
- serial interface RS 485
Printer (optional)

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Laboklav 100
Overall dimension (free standing unit) (W x H x D)…. 740 x 1065 x 600 mm
Footprint (Bench top unit) (W x D)............................... 740 x 970 mm
Weight (netto).............................................................. ca. 195 kg
Volume Feed Water tank............................................. ca. 30 l
Maximum Load:
-Instruments ..................... 40 kg
-Textiles ........................... 25 kg
-Liquids...........…………….. 30 Liter Total volume
Sterilizer chamber:
Total volume ................................................................ ca. 102 l
Chamber dimension (φx D).......................................... φ410 x 760 (+50-round.) mm
Usable Volume....... ..................................................… ca. 100 l
Maximum allowable pressure (PS)............................... 2.8 bar
Maximum allowable temperature (TS).......................... 138°C
Working pressure safety valve....................................... 2.8 bar
Material of chamber and double jacket..................….... 1.4404 (SS 316 L)
Surface roughness ……………………........................… ≤0,8 µm
Pressure Device Directive 2014/68/EU......................... CE0036, Kat. II, Modul B+C2
Power supply:
Voltage ......................................................................... 3N 400V~ (±5%), 50 Hz, 16A
Power cord…………...…................................................. CEE-plug 16 A
Working power ............................................................... 6,5 kW
Averaged power consumption per cycle......................... 6,5 kWh
Protection class ......................…………………………... I
Protection…......................…………………...…………... IP24
Electromagnetic compatibility ..........……..……………… DIN EN 61326
Water supply:
Destilled or demineralized Water
(acc. to annex C EN 13060)
Averaged feed water consumption per cycle................... ca. 4,5 l - 12 l
(depending on initial state, program and load)
Storing conditions:
Temperature................................................................... 5 ÷40°C
Humidity ........................................................................ max. 85%
Heat emission to the environment................................. ca. 12% of rated capacity
Programs:
10 predefined programs in user level 1:
The program definition depends on the available options included in the model. The programs
can be individually changed.
10 further programs in user level 2 (program P11 - P20) code protected, Predefinition is like P1.
2 test programs (Bowie & Dick-Test, P11, vacuum test, P12) - in vacuum versions only
Computer interface:
- serial interface RS 485
Printer (optional)

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Laboklav 135
Overall dimension (free standing unit) (W x H x D)…. 840 x 965 x 700 mm
Footprint (Bench top unit) (W x D)............................... 840 x 870 mm
Weight (netto).............................................................. ca. 205 kg
Volume Feed Water tank............................................. ca. 40 l
Maximum Load:
-Instruments ..................... 40 kg
-Textiles ........................... 25 kg
-Liquids...........…………….. 30 Liter Total volume
Sterilizer chamber:
Total volume ................................................................ ca. 135 l
Chamber dimension (φx D).......................................... φ500 x 660 (+50-round.) mm
Usable Volume....... ..................................................… ca. 130 l
Maximum allowable pressure (PS)............................... 2.8 bar
Maximum allowable temperature (TS).......................... 138°C
Working pressure safety valve....................................... 2.8 bar
Material of chamber and double jacket..................….... 1.4404 (SS 316 L)
Surface roughness ……………………........................… ≤0,8 µm
Pressure Device Directive 2014/68/EU......................... CE0036, Kat. II, Modul B+C2
Power supply:
Voltage ......................................................................... 3N 400V~ (±5%), 50 Hz, 16A
Power cord……………................................................... CEE-plug 16 A
Working power ............................................................... 10 kW
Averaged power consumption per cycle......................... 15 kWh
Protection class ......................…………………………... I
Protection…......................…………………...…………... IP24
Electromagnetic compatibility ..........……..……………… DIN EN 61326
Water supply:
Destilled or demineralized Water
(acc. to annex C EN 13060)
Averaged feed water consumption per cycle................... ca. 5,5 l - 15 l
(depending on initial state, program and load)
Storing conditions:
Temperature................................................................... 5 ÷40°C
Humidity ........................................................................ max. 85%
Heat emission to the environment................................. ca. 12% of rated capacity
Programs:
10 predefined programs in user level 1:
The program definition depends on the available options included in the model. The programs
can be individually changed.
10 further programs in user level 2 (program P11 - P20) code protected, Predefinition is like P1.
2 test programs (Bowie & Dick-Test, P11, vacuum test, P12) - in vacuum versions only
Computer interface:
- serial interface RS 485
Printer (optional)

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Laboklav 160
Overall dimension (free standing unit) (W x H x D)…. 840 x 1065 x 700 mm
Footprint (Bench top unit) (W x D)............................... 840 x 975 mm
Weight (netto).............................................................. ca. 220 kg
Volume Feed Water tank............................................. ca. 40 l
Maximum Load:
-Instruments ..................... 40 kg
-Textiles ........................... 25 kg
-Liquids...........…………….. 45 Liter Total volume
Sterilizer chamber:
Total volume ................................................................ ca. 165 l
Chamber dimension (φx D).......................................... φ500 x 760 (+50-round.) mm
Usable Volume....... ..................................................… ca. 163 l
Maximum allowable pressure (PS)............................... 2.8 bar
Maximum allowable temperature (TS).......................... 138°C
Working pressure safety valve....................................... 2.8 bar
Material of chamber and double jacket..................….... 1.4404 (SS 316 L)
Surface roughness ……………………........................… ≤0,8 µm
Pressure Device Directive 2014/68/EU......................... CE0036, Kat. II, Modul B+C2
Power supply:
Voltage ......................................................................... 3N 400V~ (±5%), 50 Hz, 16A
Power cord……..………................................................. CEE-plug 16 A
Working power ............................................................... 10 kW
Averaged power consumption per cycle......................... 17 kWh
Protection class ......................…………………………... I
Protection…......................…………………...…………... IP24
Electromagnetic compatibility ..........……..……………… DIN EN 61326
Water supply:
Destilled or demineralized Water
(acc. to annex C EN 13060)
Averaged feed water consumption per cycle................... ca. 5,5 l - 17 l
(depending on initial state, program and load)
Storing conditions:
Temperature................................................................... 5 ÷40°C
Humidity ........................................................................ max. 85%
Heat emission to the environment................................. ca. 12% of rated capacity
Programs:
10 predefined programs in user level 1:
The program definition depends on the available options included in the model. The programs
can be individually changed.
10 further programs in user level 2 (program P11 - P20) code protected, Predefinition is like P1.
2 test programs (Bowie & Dick-Test, P11, vacuum test, P12) - in vacuum versions only
Computer interface:
- serial interface RS 485
Printer (optional)

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Laboklav 195
Overall dimension (free standing unit) (W x H x D)…. 840 x 1215 x 700 mm
Footprint (Bench top unit) (W x D)............................... 840 x 1085 mm
Weight (netto).............................................................. ca. 255 kg
Volume Feed Water tank............................................. ca. 40 l
Maximum Load:
-Instruments ..................... 40 kg
-Textiles ........................... 25 kg
-Liquids...........…………….. 45 Liter Total volume
Sterilizer chamber:
Total volume ................................................................ ca. 195 l
Chamber dimension (φx D).......................................... φ500 x 990 (+50-round.) mm
Usable Volume....... ..................................................… ca. 182 l
Maximum allowable pressure (PS)............................... 2.8 bar
Maximum allowable temperature (TS).......................... 138°C
Working pressure safety valve....................................... 2.8 bar
Material of chamber and double jacket..................….... 1.4404 (SS 316 L)
Surface roughness ……………………........................… ≤0,8 µm
Pressure Device Directive 2014/68/EU......................... CE0036, Kat. II, Modul B+C2
Power supply:
Voltage ......................................................................... 3N 400V~ (±5%), 50 Hz, 16A
Power cord……..………................................................. CEE-plug 16 A
Working power ............................................................... 10 kW
Averaged power consumption per cycle......................... 18 kWh
Protection class ......................…………………………... I
Protection…......................…………………...…………... IP24
Electromagnetic compatibility ..........……..……………… DIN EN 61326
Water supply:
Destilled or demineralized Water
(acc. to annex C EN 13060)
Averaged feed water consumption per cycle................... ca. 8,5 l - 18 l
(depending on initial state, program and load)
Storing conditions:
Temperature................................................................... 5 ÷40°C
Humidity ........................................................................ max. 85%
Heat emission to the environment................................. ca. 12% of rated capacity
Programs:
10 predefined programs in user level 1:
The program definition depends on the available options included in the model. The programs
can be individually changed.
10 further programs in user level 2 (program P11 - P20) code protected, Predefinition is like P1.
2 test programs (Bowie & Dick-Test, P11, vacuum test, P12) - in vacuum versions only
Computer interface:
- serial interface RS 485
Printer (optional)

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3. Programs available in steam sterilizer line Laboklav 55 - 195
3.1. standard programs
Program Instruments ST available in version Laboklav xxx B, M, MS und MSL
Müll
0
50
100
150
200
250
Zeit
Druck (kPa)
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
Temp (°C)
Athmosphärischer Druck [kPa]
120 kPa
190 kPa
automat. Vorheizen
Entlüften mit
Druckwechselverfahren
Aufheizen
Sterilisieren
Dampfablaß
Ausgleich
Programmende
Program Destruction ST in version Laboklav xxx B, M, MS, MSL
Müll ST
170 kPa
170 kPa
Instruments
ST
Instrumente
0
50
100
150
200
250
Zeit
Druck (kPa)
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
Temp (°C)
Athmosphärischer Druck [kPa]
190 kPa
120 kPa
automat. Vorheizen
Entlüften mit
Druckwechselverfahren
Dampfablaß
Sterilisieren
Ausgleich
Programmende
Aufheizen
Destruction ST
Instruments ST
170 kPa

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Flüssigkeit
0
50
100
150
200
250
Zeit
Druck (kPa)
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
Temp (°C)
Athmosphärischer Druck [kPa]
automat. Vorheizen
Entlüften mit
Sterilisieren
Abkühlen
Ausgleich
Programmende
Belüften
Gravitationsverfahren
Aufheizen
Program Liquids ST in version Laboklav xxx B und V
Flüssigmüll
0
50
100
150
200
250
Zeit
Druck (kPa)
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
Temp (°C)
Athmosphärischer Druck [kPa]
automatisches Vorheizen
Entlüften mit
Sterilisieren
Abkühlen
Ausgleich
Programmende
Belüften
Gravitationsverfahren
Aufheizen
Program Destruction LI in all versions Laboklav xxx, in versions with cooling active fast cooling RM is
activated (decreases the cooling time)
Flüssigkeit ST
Liquids ST
Destruction LI

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3.2. Programs with fast cooling
Flüssigkeit
0
50
100
150
200
250
Zeit
Druck (kPa)
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
Temp (°C)
Athmosphärischer Druck [kPa]
Ausgleich
Gravitationsverfahren
automat. Vorheizen
Entlüften mit
Aufheizen
Abkühlen aktiv/passiv
Sterilisieren
Abkühlen aktiv
Belüften
Program Liquids RM in version Laboklav xxx M, MS,MSL, MV, MSV und MSLV
Flüssigkeit RO
0
50
100
150
200
250
Zeit
Druck (kPa)
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
Temp (°C)
Athmosphärischer Druck [kPa]
Speisewasservorrat prüfen
Aufheizen
Sterilisieren
Stützdruck abbauen
Ausgleich
Programmende
unter Stützdruck
Entlüften mit
Gravitationsverfahren
Abkühlen aktiv
Program Liquids RO in version Laboklav xxx MS,MSL, MSV und MSLV
Flüssigkeit RM
automat. Vorheizen
Liquids RM
Liquids RO

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Flüssigkeit RG
0
50
100
150
200
250
Zeit
Druck (kPa)
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
Temp (°C)
Athmosphärischer Druck [kPa]
Speisewasservorrat prüfen
Vorwärmen
Stützdruck aufbauen
Aufheizen
Sterilisieren unter
Abkühlen unter
Stützdruck abbauen
Ausgleich
Programmende
Stützdruck
Stützdruck
unter Stützdruck
Program Liquids RG in version Laboklav xxx MSL und MSLV
3.3. Programs with vacuum (versions V, MV, MSV and MSLV)
Instrumente
mit Trocknungsvakuum
0
50
100
150
200
250
Zeit
Druck (kPa)
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
Temp (°C)
Athmosphärischer Druck [kPa]
170kPa
min 7 kPa
Vorheizen / Start
Entlüften mit
fraktioniertem
Vorvakuum
Dampfspülen
Aufheizen
Sterilisieren
Dampfablaß
Trocknungsvakuum
Belüften
Ausgleich
Program Instruments FV in version Laboklav xxx V, MV, MSV und MSLV
Instrumente FV (mit Trocknungsvakuum)
automat. Vorheizen
Liquids RG
Instruments FV

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3.4. Description of program steps
The sterilizing process in steam sterilizer line Laboklav xxx (see drawings above) contains the
following program steps:
- Preheating
The steam generator and if programmed the chamber is preheated until reaching a specified
temperature. It takes about 5 to 10 minutes. If the chamber temperature is high enough, it decreases
the preheating time or preheating is switched off.
- Deaeration
In all liquids programs a gravity deaeration is preselected automatically.
In versions B, M, MS and MSL - (no vacuum available) the deaeration for Instruments and Destruction
is preselected as a pressure purge cycle. It works with 3 or 5 pressure purges between
170 and 120 kPa absolute pressure (number of pressure purges depends on start temperature).
In versions V, MV, MSV and MSLV the deaeration for Instruments and Destruction programs works
with fractionated pre-vacuum.
- Heating
While preheating the chamber is filled with steam up to the preset pressure and temperature. In
preheating phase a deaeration clock is working in most of the programs.
- Sterilizing
While sterilization phase the unit is keeping the set temperature over the sterilization time. In case
over lower temperature that set temperature, the timer for the sterilization time is stopping.
- Pressure removal
The steam is removing from chamber until reaching programmed pressure in chamber.
- Cooling
This is programmed for liquids only. Depending on the integrated fast cooling options different cooling
versions are possible: passive or active, in active cooling slow, fast or forced is possible.
- Drying (for versions V, MV, MSV and MSLV only)
Program is drying with vacuum with a programmed drying time. Alternate an intermitting venting and
vacuum cycle is possible. The venting function is automatically using the venting air filter.
- Venting
The program is using for the venting function the integrated venting air filter automatically. The
function works until reaching the programmed air pressure.
- Equalizing
For additional safety the device is waiting a few seconds after reaching the program finish to make
sure that no measurement mistake has set the program to finish. Equalizing time depends on
program and sterilization goods and can be different.
- End of Program
After the end of a program, the control waits for the operator to acknowledge the program! This state
is indicated by a flashing display and a short acoustic signal. The acknowledgment is done by
pressing the stop button (11). The lid is unlocked automatically and then opened gradually.

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3.5. Programs for testing
The Bowie&Dick-Test is proofing the process for steam penetration of the sterilization good (mainly
for textiles or paper wrap). This test is implemented in vacuum option only. The test is normally for
medical use only! The test body for this test should be an usable test package only.
The vacuum test is implemented in vacuum option only. It can be used for testing the leakage rate of
the unit. For the normal use it is not necessary to run this test (implemented for service/maintenance).
The test should run if the chamber is cold! The chamber temperature should be not higher than 40°C
(otherwise it is impossible to start the test).

If the test result is “Incorrect” the unit should get a service /
maintenance! In that case you should not use the device until
qualified service stuff has checked the device!
3.6. Overview for predefined programs
All sterilization cycles are running automatically. The duration of a single cycle depends on the load,
kind of deaeration, number of vacuum fractions in fractionated pre-vacuum and the start conditions
(warm or cold), drying time, kind of cooling etc. Even so the type of sterilization goods and kind of
loading the good inside the chamber have an enormous effect on the cycle time. In case of a
validation you can define the goods and loads. When ever the same good / load with same program
and same parameters is started, the time depends mainly from start temperature. Basically, the
higher the mass of the load and the colder the items to be sterilized and the sterilization chamber, the
longer the time per cycle.
The table gives an overview for the different preselected programs:
(later changes are possible)
Prog. Material Deaeration Steril.
time
Steril.
temp.
drying/coo
ling
P1 (B/M/MS/MSL)
Instr. ST
Instruments Pressure purge:
3-5x 170 kPa / 120 kPa
15 min 134°C No drying
P1 (V/MV/MSV/MSLV)
Instr. FV
Instruments Vacuum + steam:
30/40/50kPa / 140kPa
15 min 134°C 5 min
P2 (B/M/MS/MSL)
Instr. ST
Instruments Pressure purge:
3-5x 170 kPa / 120 kPa
15 min 134°C No drying
P2 (V/MV/MSV/MSLV)
Instr. FV
plastics (e.g.
pipettes)
Vacuum + steam:
30/40/50kPa / 140kPa
25 min 134°C 40 min
P3 (B/M/MS/MSL)
Instr. ST
Plastics and gum
ware
Pressure purge:
3-5x 170 kPa / 120 kPa
20 min 121°C No drying
P3 (V/MV/MSV/MSLV)
Instr. FV
Plastics and gum
ware
Vacuum + steam:
30/40/50kPa / 140kPa
20 min 121°C 15 min
P4 (B/M/MS/MSL)
Destruction ST
Waste / Trash
(solid mat. only!)
Pressure purge:
3-5x 170 kPa / 120 kPa
15 min 134°C No drying
P4 (V/MV/MSV/MSLV)
Destruction FV
Waste / Trash
(solid mat. only!)
Vacuum + steam:
30/40/50kPa / 140kPa
15 min 134°C No drying
P5 (B/M/MS/MSL)
Destruction ST
Waste / Trash
(solid mat. only!)
Pressure purge:
3-5x 170 kPa / 120 kPa
15 min 134°C No drying
P5 (V/M
V/MSV/MSLV)
Destruction FV
Waste / Trash
(solid mat. only!)
Vacuum + steam:
30/40/50kPa / 140kPa
15 min 134°C 2 min

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P6 (all) Destruction LI Unwrapped waste
/Trash with liquids
Gravitation 15 min 134°C slow/fast
RM
P7 (
all)
Liquids ST
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Slow
P8 (B/V)
Liquids ST
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Slow
P8 (all without B u.V)
Liquids RM
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Fast
P9 (B/V)
Liquids
ST
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Slow
P9 (M/MV)
Liquids RM
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Fast
P9
(MS/
MSV/MSL/MSLV)
Liquids RO
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Forced
P10 (B/V)
Liquids
ST
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Slow
P10
(M/MV/MS/MSV)
Liquids RM
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Fast
P10 (MSL/M
SLV)
Liquids RG
Liquids Gravitation 20 min 121°C Forced
Special
P11 – P20 Same like P1 Same like P1 like P1 like P1 like P1
P21 Bowie&Dick-Test Vacuum + steam
20/30/40kPa / 140kPa
3:30
min
134°C
P22 Vacuum test