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Dear Customer, Sirona Dental A/S
Operating Instructions DAC Universal
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing a DAC Universal.
The DAC Universal cleans, lubricates and disinfects / sterilizes 6
instruments automatically. Solid instruments can also be cleaned and
sterilized. DAC Universal saves you time-consuming manual
reprocessing and reliably protects you, your team and your patients from
cross-contamination.
These Operating Instructions are designed to assist you prior to initial use
and whenever you require information later on. It is important to observe
all safety information to prevent personal injury and material damage.
Please follow the instructions below for care and cleaning of the DAC
Universal.
We wish you success and enjoyment with DAC Universal.
Your DAC Universal team

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Sirona Dental A/S Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1General Information................................................................................................. 6
1.1 Contact information ...................................................................................... 6
1.2 General notes............................................................................................... 6
1.3 Electronic "User E-Guide" ............................................................................ 6
1.4 Other valid documents ................................................................................. 6
1.5 Structure of the document ............................................................................ 7
1.5.1 Identification of the danger levels.................................................... 7
1.5.2 Formats and symbols used ............................................................. 7
1.6 Warranty and liability .................................................................................... 8
1.7 Intended use................................................................................................. 9
1.8 Contraindications.......................................................................................... 9
1.9 Scope of delivery.......................................................................................... 10
2Safety instructions ................................................................................................... 11
2.1 Electrostatic discharge ................................................................................. 11
2.2 Caution symbols on the device .................................................................... 13
2.3 Flammable materials .................................................................................... 14
2.4 Reducing the risk of burns............................................................................ 14
2.5 Instruction of practice personnel .................................................................. 15
2.6 Installation site.............................................................................................. 15
2.7 Maintenance................................................................................................. 15
3Product description.................................................................................................. 16
3.1 Functions...................................................................................................... 16
3.1.1 Functions with the Standard lid ....................................................... 16
3.1.2 Functions with the Basket lid........................................................... 18
3.1.3 Functions with the Flex lid ............................................................... 19
3.2 Controls and functional elements ................................................................. 21
3.2.1 Overview ......................................................................................... 21
3.2.2 Lid.................................................................................................... 22
3.2.3 Display and key pad ........................................................................ 23
3.2.4 Back of unit...................................................................................... 24
3.2.5 Safety ring ....................................................................................... 24
3.2.6 Water tank with sieve ...................................................................... 25
3.2.7 NitramOil #2 lubrication concentrate ............................................... 25
3.3 Programs and program selection ................................................................. 26
3.4 Technical data .............................................................................................. 27

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3.5 Presentation of the sterilization process ....................................................... 29
3.6 Electromagnetic compatibility........................................................................ 34
3.6.1 Electromagnetic emission ................................................................ 34
3.6.2 Interference immunity....................................................................... 35
3.6.3 Working clearances.......................................................................... 37
3.7 Safety devices............................................................................................... 38
3.8 Transport....................................................................................................... 38
4Installation ................................................................................................................ 39
4.1 Requirements of the location / Ambient conditions ....................................... 39
4.2 Installation of connections............................................................................. 39
4.2.1 Power supply.................................................................................... 40
4.2.2 Compressed air connection ............................................................. 40
4.2.3 Water connection ............................................................................. 40
4.2.3.1 Permanent water connection............................................. 41
4.2.3.2 Manual filling of the water tank.......................................... 41
4.2.4 Drain connection .............................................................................. 41
4.2.4.1 Connecting the drain tank ................................................. 42
4.2.4.2 Connecting the siphon....................................................... 43
4.3 Using the lubrication concentrate.................................................................. 43
4.4 Mounting adapters ........................................................................................ 43
4.5 Selecting the display language ..................................................................... 44
4.6 Connecting to a documentation device ......................................................... 45
4.7 Validation ...................................................................................................... 46
5Operation.................................................................................................................. 47
5.1 Regular activities........................................................................................... 47
5.1.1 Pre- and post-reprocessing of instruments ...................................... 47
5.1.2 Checking the reprocessing result with an indicator / PCD test device 48
5.1.2.1 Testing with a chemical indicator ...................................... 48
5.1.2.2 Testing with a PCD process challenge device .................. 51
5.1.3 Adding/replacing the lubrication concentrate ................................... 54
5.1.4 Pumping lubrication concentrate through the system ...................... 56
5.1.5 Filling the water tank ........................................................................ 56
5.2 Using the menu and display information ....................................................... 58
5.2.1 Display information........................................................................... 58
5.2.2 Menu system.................................................................................... 59
5.2.2.1 Navigation in the menu structure....................................... 59
5.2.2.2 Menu overview .................................................................. 60
5.2.3 Default settings ................................................................................ 62
5.2.4 Deactivating lubrication .................................................................... 62

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5.2.5 Drain the chamber........................................................................... 63
5.3 Reprocessing with the DAC Universal ......................................................... 63
5.3.1 Switching ON/OFF/Standby mode .................................................. 63
5.3.2 Reprocessing with the Standard lid................................................. 64
5.3.2.1 Start cycle on the Standard lid.......................................... 64
5.3.3 Reprocessing with the Basket lid .................................................... 68
5.3.3.1 Start cycle on the Basket lid ............................................. 68
5.3.4 Reprocessing with the Flex lid......................................................... 73
5.3.4.1 Start cycle on the Flex lid ................................................. 73
6Cleaning and maintenance...................................................................................... 77
6.1 Checking oil supply to the chamber ............................................................. 78
6.2 Checking water supply to the chamber ........................................................ 78
6.3 Checking water supply to the lids................................................................. 79
6.4 Checking oil supply to the Standard lid ........................................................ 80
6.5 Drain the water tank ..................................................................................... 81
6.6 Cleaning the water tank................................................................................ 82
6.7 Cleaning the drain filter ................................................................................ 85
6.8 Removing and cleaning the drain tank ......................................................... 86
6.9 Checking the adapters and the respective O-rings ...................................... 88
6.10 Cleaning the empty chamber ....................................................................... 89
6.11 Cleaning the housing of the unit................................................................... 91
6.12 Cleaning the lids........................................................................................... 91
6.13 Checking the safety ring............................................................................... 92
6.14 Changing the drain filter ............................................................................... 93
6.15 Changing the O-rings on the adapters ......................................................... 94
6.16 Biennial Service............................................................................................ 94
7Errors / Display messages....................................................................................... 95
7.1 Display messages and what they mean....................................................... 96
7.2 Errors without a message............................................................................. 101
7.3 Reset ............................................................................................................ 102
8Accessories ............................................................................................................. 103
8.1 NitraClean cleaning tablet ............................................................................ 104
8.2 Printer........................................................................................................... 105
9Consumables, spare parts, and tools...................................................................... 107
10 Disposal................................................................................................................... 108

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1General Information Sirona Dental A/S
1.1Contact information Operating Instructions DAC Universal
1General Information
1.1 Contact information
Customer Service Center For technical questions you can call our Customer Service Center at:
+49 (0)6251/16-1670
Manufacturer Sirona Dental A/S
Rho 10
DK-8382 Hinnerup
Denmark
www.dentsplysirona.com
1.2 General notes
Keep documents safe Always keep the operating instructions handy in case you or another user
require(s) information at a later point in time. If possible, save the
operating instructions on the PC or print them out.
If you sell the unit, make sure that the operating instructions are included
with it either as a hard copy or on an electronic storage device so that the
new owner can familiarize himself with its functions and the specified
warning and safety information.
Online portal for technical documents We have set up an online portal for the Technical Documents at http://
www.sirona.com/manuals. There, you can download these operating
instructions and further documents. Please complete the online form if
you would like a hard copy of a particular document. We will then be
happy to send you a printed copy free of charge.
Help If you reach an impasse despite having thoroughly studied the operating
instructions, please contact your dental depot.
1.3 Electronic "User E-Guide"
An electronic "User E-guide" is included with the DAC Universal
containing all operating instructions and important technical information.
1.4 Other valid documents
DAC Universal includes other separate documents. The instructions as
well as all warning and safety information contained therein must also be
observed:
REF
Operating instructions for adapters 66 06 474
Check & Clean 65 33 033
Brief operating instructions 65 37 588
Installation instructions 65 52 678

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Operating Instructions DAC Universal 1.5Structure of the document
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1.5 Structure of the document
1.5.1 Identification of the danger levels
To prevent personal injury and material damage, please observe the
warning and safety information provided in the present operating
instructions. Such information is highlighted as follows:
Tip: Information on making work easier.
1.5.2 Formats and symbols used
The formats and symbols used in this document have the following
meaning:
DANGER
An imminent danger that could result in serious bodily injury or death.
WARNING
A possibly dangerous situation that could result in serious bodily injury
or death.
CAUTION
A possibly dangerous situation that could result in slight bodily injury.
NOTICE
A possibly harmful situation which could lead to damage of the product
or an object in its environment.
IMPORTANT
Application instructions and other important information.
Prerequisite
1. First action step
2. Second action step
or
➢Alternative action
Result
➢Individual action step
Prompts you to do something.
See "Formats and symbols
used [ → 7]"
Identifies a reference to another text
passage and specifies its page
number.
● List Designates a list.
"Command / menu item" Indicates commands, menu items or
quotations.

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1.6Warranty and liability Operating Instructions DAC Universal
1.6 Warranty and liability
The manufacturer guarantees that the product delivered to you (DAC
Universal) was subjected to a thorough quality test before it left the
factory.
A warranty period of 12 months is given for DAC Universal starting on the
day it is delivered. The warranty covers production and material defects
and includes both replacement parts and work.
Warranty
The warranty does not cover defective products
● That were serviced by service technicians not authorized by the
manufacturer
● If non-original spare parts have been used
● That were handled improperly or damaged in transport
● That were used in a manner other than described in the operating
instructions
● For which the prescribed maintenance was not carried out
● That no longer function because water conductivity exceeded 3.0µS/
cm.
The manufacturer retains the right to make changes/improvements of all
kinds to the product manufactured or sold by the manufacturer without
being obligated to apply these changes to products that were
manufactured or sold by the manufacturer before this time.
Exclusion of liability
The manufacturer assumes no liability whatsoever in cases involving:
● Service or repairs made by other persons who are not authorized by
the manufacturer or dealer
● Use of the DAC Universal that does not comply with its intended use
● Use of non-original components or parts that are not included in
"Accessories [ → 103]"
● Infections or cross-contamination caused by unwrapped sterilized
instruments for treatments that require sterile instruments (e.g.
invasive treatment)
● Instruments already damaged before reconditioning

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Operating Instructions DAC Universal 1.7Intended use
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1.7 Intended use
The DAC Universal is intended to clean, lubricate and steam sterilize
dental handpieces. Dental handpieces are defined as rotating
instruments split up into the categories straight handpieces, contra angles
and turbines.
The DAC Universal is intended to clean and steam sterilize solid dental
instruments.
The DAC Universal is intended to clean and thermally disinfect ultrasonic
handpieces.
The DAC Universal is intended to clean and thermally disinfect scaler tips
for the scaling and periodontics application including the associated
torque wrench.
The DAC Universal is intended to clean and thermally disinfect Sirona
Sprayvit nozzles of the types SPRAYVIT, SPRAYVIT 4000, SPRAYVIT
4000E and similar dental sprayvit nozzles, which are comparable
concerning weight, materials, surface, construction principles, gaps and
geometry.
The DAC Universal must only be used for cleaning, lubrication,
disinfection / sterilization of dental handpieces or instruments if the
respective manufacturer has stated that they are suitable for machine
reprocessing.
1.8 Contraindications
The DAC Universal is not intended to clean, lubricate, sterilize or disinfect
instruments, liquids, cloth loads, biomedical waste or other devices and
materials not specified above in the intended use.
Furthermore the DAC Universal is not intended to sterilize/ disinfect
medical devices which are not compatible with steam sterilization. The
processing of articles other than specified above may result in incomplete
cleaning and/or sterilization or disinfection, damage to the incompatible
articles, and/or damage to the DAC Universal.
The DAC Universal is not intended to reprocess Implant, Endo, Micro-
preparation and CEM scaler tips.
The DAC Universal is not intended to reprocess rotating instruments,
scalers or scaler tips not supported on available adapters.

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1.9Scope of delivery Operating Instructions DAC Universal
1.9 Scope of delivery
The following components are included in the scope of delivery of the
DAC Universal:
● Standard lid without adapters
● Indicator holder, Standard lid
● 1 bottle of NitramOil #2 lubrication concentrate
● Air filter
●Drain hose
● Lid extension piece for water (black)
● Lid extension piece for oil (white)
● Brief operating instructions
● Check & Clean
● Electronic operating instructions
● Relevant international power cables *
* included in some countries.
The adapters for the Standard lid can be freely selected and must be
purchased separately. For an overview of available adapters see the
separate operating instructions for the adapters.

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Operating Instructions DAC Universal 2.1Electrostatic discharge
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2Safety instructions
2.1 Electrostatic discharge
Protective measures
Electrostatic discharge (abbreviated: ESD – ElectroStatic Discharge)
Electrostatic discharge from people can damage electronic components
when the components are touched. Damaged components usually have
to be replaced. Repairs must be performed by qualified personnel.
Measures to protect against ESD include:
● Procedures to avoid electrostatic charging via
– air conditioning
– air humidification
– conductive floor coverings
– non-synthetic clothing
● discharging the electrostatic charges from your own body through
contact with
– a metallic unit casing
– a larger metallic object
– any other metal part grounded with the protective earth
Endangered regions are indicated on the unit by the ESD warning label:
We recommend that all persons working with this system are made aware
of the significance of the ESD warning label. A training course should also
be held to inform users about the physics of electrostatic charges.
Physics of electrostatic charges
An electrostatic discharge requires prior electrostatic charging.
There is a danger of electrostatic charges building up whenever two
bodies rub against each other, e.g. when:
● walking (soles of shoes against the floor) or
● moving (chair casters against floor).
The amount of charge depends on several factors: The charge is:
● higher at low air humidity than at high air humidity, and
● higher with synthetic materials than with natural materials (clothing,
floor coverings).
The following rule of thumb can be applied to assess the transient
voltages resulting from an electrostatic discharge.
IMPORTANT
This product is intended for use by qualified healthcare professionals
only. Before operating the DAC Universal, carefully read and follow
these instructions and save them for future reference. Observe all
cautions.

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2.1Electrostatic discharge Operating Instructions DAC Universal
An electrostatic discharge is:
● perceptible at 3,000 V or higher
● audible at 5,000 V or higher (cracking, crackling)
● visible at 10,000 V or higher (arc-over)
The transient currents resulting from these discharges have a magnitude
of over 10 amps. They are not hazardous for humans because they last
for only several nanoseconds.
Tip: 1 nanosecond = 1/1,000,000,000 second = 1 billionth of a second
Voltage differentials exceeding 30,000 volts per centimeter may lead to a
charge transfer (electrostatic discharge, lightning, arc-over).
Integrated circuits (logical circuits and microprocessors) are used in order
to implement a wide variety of functions in a device. The circuits must be
miniaturized to a very high degree in order to include as many functions
as possible on these chips. This leads to structure thicknesses as low as
a few ten thousandths of a millimeter. Integrated circuits that are
connected to wires leading externally are therefore particularly at risk
from electrostatic discharge.
Even voltages that are imperceptible to the user can cause breakdown of
the structures, thus leading to a discharge current that melts the chip in
the affected areas. Damage to individual integrated circuits may cause
malfunction or failure of the unit.

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Operating Instructions DAC Universal 2.2Caution symbols on the device
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2.2 Caution symbols on the device
Meaning: Warning of danger
This symbol is found on the back of the DAC Universal next to:
● The COM PORT: External computer hardware that is connected to
this serial interface must be labeled "The connected device must
comply with the UL 1950 and IEC/EN 60950 standards and must be
connected only to safety extra low voltage (SELV) circuits."
Please read the corresponding sections in "Connecting to a
documentation device [ → 45]".
● The water, air and drain connections. See "Installation of connections
[ → 39]" for the respective installation.
Meaning: Warning of a hot surface
Special safety symbols on the Flex lid
Disinfection
No sterile instruments

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2.3Flammable materials Operating Instructions DAC Universal
2.3 Flammable materials
2.4 Reducing the risk of burns
CAUTION
Risk of explosion
Never use the DAC Universal in the presence of flammable anesthetics
or gases.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion
Do not hold the NitramOil #2 bottles near an open flame.
CAUTION
Risk of burns!
The bottom of the DAC Universal may be hot.
CAUTION
Risk of burns!
The PCD test device may be hot.
CAUTION
Risk of burns!
Never hold on to the lid or hold your head directly over the DAC
Universal when it opens, as steam will emerge from the device.
CAUTION
Risk of burns!
Even when the lid of the DAC Universal is partly or completely open, the
instruments are still hot. Allow the instruments that become very hot
during the process to cool down.
CAUTION
Risk of burns!
The metal part of the lid is very hot. At the end of the cycle, touch only
the plastic part of the lid.
CAUTION
Risk of burns!
Please do not open the DAC Universal when the temperature is still
above 104 °C (219 °F), see display indicator. Hot steam may emerge
from the chamber.

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Operating Instructions DAC Universal 2.5Instruction of practice personnel
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2.5 Instruction of practice personnel
The personnel responsible for operation and maintenance of the DAC
Universal must be instructed in the safe operation of the DAC Universal
by a service technician trained by the manufacturer. After the initial
instruction by the service technician, a person in the practice must be
appointed as responsible for the assistance and instruction of personnel
who operate and maintain the DAC Universal.
2.6 Installation site
2.7 Maintenance
CAUTION
Risk of burns!
The drain hose, filter housing, drain filter, and drain tank are very hot
during the reprocessing process. Switch the DAC Universal off and let it
cool down (about 15 minutes) before emptying and cleaning the drain
tank or cleaning or replacing the drain filter.
CAUTION
Risk of burns!
Note that the temperature of the drain water is hot (100 °C).
CAUTION
Risk of crushing!
The total height of the open DAC Universal is 53 cm. To prevent injuries,
a minimum distance of 70 cm must be maintained between the counter
and overhead cabinet.
CAUTION
Please observe the regulations applicable in your country when
handling the drain tank and drain filter.
The manufacturer recommends to wear your personal protective gear
when handling the drain tank and drain filter.

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3.1Functions Operating Instructions DAC Universal
3Product description
3.1 Functions
The DAC Universal reduces the risk of cross-contamination and ensures
the proper maintenance of your instruments.
DAC Universal automatically cleans, lubricates, and sterilizes 6
instruments in about 18 minutes with the Standard lid. The instruments
can be used again immediately after cooling down.
The Basket lid is available optionally for the cleaning and sterilization of a
maximum of 5 unwrapped solid instruments.
The optional Flex lid is available for the cleaning and disinfection of a
maximum of 6 unwrapped instruments. The instruments reprocessable
on the Flex lid include the following:
● Ultrasonic handpieces
● Scaler tips + torque wrenches (for scaling and periodontics)
● Nozzles for multifunctional syringes
● Nozzles for airflow handpieces
These instruments are referred to as Flex lid instruments.
The number and placement of the different adapters is optional.
Exception: The Flex lid can contain a maximum of 3 scaler tips of Sirona
and / or Satelec simultaneously, which should not be placed next to one
another.
3.1.1 Functions with the Standard lid
The unwrapped instruments are reprocessed as follows using the
adapters on the Standard lid.

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Internal cleaning
Internal cleaning ensures that the channels of the instruments are rinsed
thoroughly. For the internal cleaning of the instruments, water is forced
through the channels using compressed air.
The channels are rinsed with water 12 times during a cleaning cycle.
Oil care
After the internal cleaning, the transmission channels of the instruments
are lubricated with oil. The amount of oil used is precisely calculated for
one patient treatment which is on average 20 to 30 minutes. To ensure
trouble-free operation, accumulated operating time of rotating
handpieces treated in DAC Universal shall not exceed 10 minutes.
External cleaning
The instruments are first cleaned at least 3 times with unheated water in
a pulse-wash procedure (multicyclic cleaning method). In the subsequent
and final pulse-wash cycle, the instruments are cleaned with warm water
heated by steam.

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3.1Functions Operating Instructions DAC Universal
Sterilization
After external cleaning, the chamber is heated to 134 °C (273 °F) and the
instruments are sterilized. Saturated steam is forced into the chamber
and then extracted back through the drive, air, and water channels (if
available) of the instruments. This is known as the back-flush method.
2 different sterilization programs are available:
● 134 °C (273 °F) with a sterilization time of 3 minutes
● 134 °C (273 °F) with a sterilization time of 18 minutes
To select the program, see "Programs and program selection [ → 26]".
For instructions for reprocessing unwrapped rotating handpieces see
"Reprocessing with the Standard lid [ → 64]".
3.1.2 Functions with the Basket lid
5 solid instruments, instruments without cavities, can be reprocessed in
the DAC Universal with the optional Basket lid.
External cleaning with NitraClean cleaning tablet
Solid instruments are first cleaned externally 3 times with unheated water
using a NitraClean tablet. This is necessary to perform the cleaning
properly. The external cleaning is done using the pulse-wash method
(multicyclic cleaning method). In the subsequent and final pulse-wash
cycle, the instruments are cleaned with warm water heated by steam.
WARNING
According to the European EN 13060 standard, non-solid instruments or
instruments with cavities may not be sterile after a cycle in the Basket
lid.

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Operating Instructions DAC Universal 3.1Functions
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See "NitraClean cleaning tablet [ → 104]" for more information on
NitraClean cleaning tablets.
Sterilization
After external cleaning, the chamber is heated to 134 °C (273 °F) and the
instruments are sterilized. Air is extracted from the chamber and the
chamber is filled with pressurized, saturated steam.
2 different sterilization programs are available:
● 134 °C (273 °F) with a sterilization time of 3 minutes
● 134 °C (273 °F) with a sterilization time of 18 minutes
To select the program, see "Programs and program selection [ → 26]".
See "Reprocessing with the Basket lid [ → 68]" for instructions on
conditioning solid instruments.
3.1.3 Functions with the Flex lid
The unwrapped Flex lid instruments are reprocessed as follows using the
appropriate adapters on the Flex lid.

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3.1Functions Operating Instructions DAC Universal
Internal cleaning
Internal cleaning ensures that the channels of the instruments are rinsed
thoroughly. For the internal cleaning of the instruments, water is forced
through the channels using compressed air. The channels are rinsed with
water 12 times during a cleaning cycle.
External cleaning
The instruments are first cleaned 5 times with unheated water in a pulse-
wash procedure (multicyclic cleaning method).
Then warm external cleaning is conducted up to 120 °C (248 °F).
The total number of washes is 5 cold and 1 warm, in total 6 washes.
Thermal disinfection
After external cleaning, the chamber is heated to 134 °C (273 °F) and the
instruments are thermally disinfected. Saturated steam is forced into the
chamber and then extracted back through the available air and / or water
channels of the instruments. This is known as the back-flush method.
2 different thermal disinfection programs are available:
● 134 °C (273 °F) with a holding time of 3 minutes
● 134 °C (273 °F) with a holding time of 18 minutes