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Regulatory Requirement
This product complies with regulatory requirements of the following European
Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices.
Ningbo Jiangbei Woson Medical Instrument Co., Ltd
No.25, Lane 300, Jinshan Road, Jiangbei District,
Ningbo 315032, China
Tel: [phone]
Fax:[phone]
Website: www.woson.com.cn
E-mail: [email protected]

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Revision History
REV
ISSUE DATE
REASON FOR CHANGE
Rev-A
2010.01.25
First Issue
Rev-B
2011.07.31
Version Change
Please verify that you are using the latest revision of this document. Information pertaining to
this document is maintained on manufactory. If you need to know the latest revision, please
contact your distributor, sales representative, or our service dept.

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Regulatory Requirements
Conformance Standards
The content of this instruction is fit for sterilizers.
Above sterilizer accord with the requirements of European Class B:
93/42/EEC
97/23/EC
EN 61010-1
EN 61010-2-040
EN 13060
EN 61326-1
European Authorized Representative
DTF Technology s.r.l.
Address: via De Sanctis 32, 20141 milano
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
This product complies with the regulatory requirement of the following:
• Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices:
The CE label affixed to the product testifies compliance to the Directive.
The location of the CE marking is shown in this manual.
Certifications
Manufactory is EN ISO 9001 and EN ISO 13485 certified.
Original Documentation
The original document was written in English.
Declaration of Conformity
Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices:
The CE label affixed to the product testifies compliance to the Directive.
The location of the CE marking is shown in this manual. In this manual there are present the CE
certification and the Conformity. Check appendixes.

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Table of Content
Regulatory Requirement....................................................................................................................1
Revision History ...............................................................................................................................2
Regulatory Requirements..................................................................................................................3
Table of Content................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 1 Introduction......................................................................................................................6
1.1 Attention..............................................................................................................................6
1.2 Usage Indications................................................................................................................6
1.3 Contraindication..................................................................................................................6
Chapter 2 Safety................................................................................................................................7
2.1 Explanation Symbol............................................................................................................7
2.2 General Safety Recommendations......................................................................................8
2.3 Safty Parts...........................................................................................................................9
2.3 Operation Risk ..................................................................................................................10
2.4 Protection Device..............................................................................................................10
Chapter 3 Receiving And Installation.............................................................................................11
3.1 Check the Package............................................................................................................11
3.2 Unpacking theAccessories ...............................................................................................11
3.3 Optional Accessories.........................................................................................................12
3.4 Installation Enviroment.....................................................................................................12
3.5 Set .....................................................................................................................................12
3.6 Power Connection.............................................................................................................13
Chapter 4 Description and Specification........................................................................................14
4.1 Front View of the Sterilizer...............................................................................................14
4.2 Rear View of Sterilizer......................................................................................................14
4.3 Opened Vew of Sterilizer ..................................................................................................15
4.4 Outside Size ......................................................................................................................16
4.5 Loading Size .....................................................................................................................16
4.6 Specification......................................................................................................................16
4.7 Sterilization Cycle.............................................................................................................18
Chapter 5 Panel and Functions ......................................................................................................19
5.1 Controlling Panel ..............................................................................................................19
5.2 Menu .................................................................................................................................20
5.3 Window of Sterilization Process.......................................................................................22
Chapter 6 Operation Process..........................................................................................................24
6.1 Power On...........................................................................................................................24
6.2 Distilled Water Adding......................................................................................................24

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6.3 Alarming If Used Water Reservoir Is Full.........................................................................25
6.4 Selecting Sterilizing Program ...........................................................................................25
6.5 Loading Articles................................................................................................................25
6.6 Closing the Door...............................................................................................................26
6.7 StartingA Sterilization Program .......................................................................................28
6.8 End Of The Sterilization Working Cycle. .........................................................................29
6.9 Power Off..........................................................................................................................29
6.10Abnormal Exiting............................................................................................................30
6.11 Sudden Power Off...........................................................................................................30
Chapter 7 Essential Information.....................................................................................................31
7.1 Please Ensure The Following............................................................................................31
7.2 And Please Do Not............................................................................................................31
Chapter 8 Maintenance...................................................................................................................32
8.1 Maintenance Schedule Chart.............................................................................................32
8.2 Daily Maintenance............................................................................................................32
8.3 Weekly Maintenance.........................................................................................................33
8.4 Monthly Maintenance .......................................................................................................34
8.5 Other Maintenance............................................................................................................35
Chapter 9 Servicing By the Approved Technician...........................................................................36
Chapter 10 Transportation and Storage.........................................................................................37
10.1 Preparation before Transportation and Storage...............................................................37
10.2 Draining ..........................................................................................................................37
10.3 Conditions For Transportation And Storage....................................................................37
10.4 Package ...........................................................................................................................37
Appendix 1 Instrument Which Need To Sterilize.............................................................................38
Appendix 2 Error Code List............................................................................................................39
Appendix 3 Electric And Hydraulic Drawings................................................................................40
Hydraulic Drawing..................................................................................................................40
Electric Drawing.....................................................................................................................41
Appendix 4 The Standards Of Testing.............................................................................................42

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Attention
❖This manual contains necessary and sufficient information to operate the system safely,
like optimal use, a safe and reliable operation, regular and correct servicing
requirements.
❖Read and understand all instructions in this manual before attempting to use the product.
❖Keep this manual with the equipment at all times. Periodically review the procedures for
operation and safety precautions.
1.2 Usage Indications
Application to all wrapped or non-wrapped, solid, hollow load products type A and porous
products or related articles.
This sterilizer can be used for dental clinic, laboratory, surgical room, emergency room,
ophthalmology, gynecology and steam, cosmetic hospital and so on, by doctors and
professionals.
1.3 Contraindication
There is no any contraindication of this equipment.

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Chapter 2 Safety
2.1 Explanation Symbol
Device Icon Description
“ATTENTION” – Consult accompanying documents” is intended to alert the
user to refer to the operator manual or other instructions when complete
information cannot be provided on the label.
Pay attention to the high temperatures in the chamber, and to the sterilizer
exterior when exhausting system is running.
“Protective Earth” indicates the protective earth (grounding) terminal.
“CAUTION” - Dangerous voltage”
Be aware of electric shock hazards.
Label Description
Symbol for "SERIAL
NUMBER"
Symbol for
"MANUFACTURER"
Symbol for "CATALOGUE
NUMBER"
Symbol for "AUTHORISED
REPRESENTATIVE IN
THE EUROPEAN
COMMUNITY
Symbol for "DATE OF
MANUFACTURE"
Symbol for "CAUTION"

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Manual Prompt
Note
Indicates that concerning information which easier or helpful in operation
Caution
Indicates that a potential hazard may exist which through inappropriate
conditions or actions will or can cause:
• Minor injury
• Property damage.
• Damage to machine
Warning
Indicates that a specific hazard is known to exist which through inappropriate
conditions or actions may cause:
• Severe personal injury
• Substantial property damage
• Substantial damage to machine
NOTE: Please apply the precautions or recommendations indicated in the Operation Manual.
2.2 General Safety Recommendations
❖The user is responsible for proper operation and maintenance of the sterilizer in
accordance with the instructions listed in this manual.
❖The sterilizer could not be used for liquid.
❖The sterilizer has not been designed to operate in the presence of gas or explosive
vapors.
❖The trays and the load will still be hot at the end of each cycle. Use the tray holder to
remove each tray from the chamber.
❖Do not open the door of the chamber during the sterilization programs.
❖Do not put you hands or face on the cover of the water tank when the sterilizer is running.
❖Do not remove the instruction plate or any label from the sterilizer.
❖Do not pour water or any other liquid over the sterilizer.
❖Do not fill the caustic liquid into the water tank.
❖Do not fill the caustic matter in the chamber.
❖Use only high quality distilled water.
❖Unplug the mains lead before inspecting or servicing the machine.
❖Only an approved technician using original spare parts can carry out repairs and

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maintenance.
❖In case of transport, drain both water tanks completely, allow the sterilization chamber to
cool down and preferably use the original packaging.
❖The articles under sterilization should be picked-up by special handle of getting plate
when the temperature shows over 40℃.
❖Picking-up the sterilizing plate should use the special tools provided.
❖During the transport, the 4 bottoms of sterilizer should be carried by two people in case of
turning over.
❖Notice! This product can’t be put on the place that is not easy to cut off power supply.
❖Prohibit covering the cover of water tank during usage.
2.3 Safety Parts
Temperature Protection
Part Name
Function
Temperature Protector
(Steam Generator)
Cut off current when the steam generator temperature is too
high.
Temperature Protector
(Heating Ring)
Cut off current when the heating ring temperature is too high.
Electronic Protection
Part Name
Function
Double Fuse
It will be broken circuit if the connected power is too high or
unstable.
Electronic Filter
It will filter the electromagnetic interference during working
Mechanical Protection
Part Name
Function
Jiggle Switch
To ensure the door is closed completely for avoiding the risk of
safety
Tray tong
when removing articles from the chamber
Control Part
Part Name
Function
Temperature Sensor
(Inside Chamber)
To measure temperature inside the chamber
Temperature Sensor
To measure temperature of the heating ring

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(Heating Ring)
Temperature Sensor
(Steam Generator)
To measure temperature of the steam generator
Pressure Sensor
To measure pressure of the chamber
PCB Control
Control system for controlling all the process of sterilization
CAUTION
MANUFACTURER IS NOT HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ARBITRARY
DISASSEMBLY, AMENDMENT WITH THE UNIT, BY UNAUTHORIZED
PERSON OR UNPROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN
2.4 Operation Risk
Please take attention on avoid operation risk during operation.
Scald risk
❖Every time open the door after finish the cycle, please keep an appropriate distance,
because the chamber still have rudimental steam with high temperature, avoid to be
scalded.
❖Every time open the door after finish cycle, please not touch the main door and chamber,
because of high temperature, and avoid to be scalded.
Pollution risk
Please clean the chamber after every time use to avoid rudimental contamination left inside
chamber.
2.5 Protection Device
Device Name
Function
Plastic or fabric glove
Useful during load and remove articles, avoid scald.

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Chapter 3 Receiving and Installation
3.1 Check the Package
Please check package carefully when you receive the product, any damage of package maybe
damage the product inside.
Front
Flank
Item
8L Model
12L Model
Packing Size
652×549×486
652×549×486
Packing Weight
42kg
48kg
3.2 Unpacking the Accessories
Open the package and take the product out, remove the plastic bag then open the door to take
all the accessories and check as followed:
No.
Part Name
Qty
1 2 6 4 3 5
1
Tray frame
1 piece
2
Trays
3 sets
3
Tray removal tong
1 piece
4
Draining tube
1 piece
5
Power supply cable
1 piece
6
Door gasket
1 piece
7
Operation manual
1 piece

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3.3 Optional Accessories
Name
Model
QTY
Picture
Mini Printer
PINTER10
1
3.4 Installation Environment
The sterilizer should be set in a place which at least has 10cm distance with each side (20cm
of the top) as followed:
The sterilizer should be set in a place with good ventilation.
The temperature of enviroment:5-40℃.
The humidity of environment: ≤85%
Atmosphere pressure:860Hpa～1060Hpa
An earth connection is essential
CAUTION
DO NOT PUT ANY STUFF WHICH EASILY MELTS NEAR THE STERILIZER.
3.5 Set
❖The sterilizer should be set on level table or place; the front-end should be a little bit
higher then back-end.
❖The sterilizer cooling and vent area should not be jammed or blocked.
❖Do not put any stuff on the top of the sterilizer.
❖Do not put any stuff in front of the door, to avoid accident when open the door.
❖Do not put any corrosive stuff near the sterilizer to avoid accident or risk.

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3.6 Power Connection
❖The sterilizer should be connected with a stable and separated power source
❖Power socket is at the back of the sterilizer
❖Please confirm the connection power is complied with specification of nameplate at the
back of sterilizer
CAUTION
DO NOT BEND THE POWER WIRE TO AVOID DAMAGE OF POWER WIRE
DO NOT PUT ANY HEAVY STUFF ON THE POWER WIRE TO AVOID DAMGE
OF POWER WIRE
DO NOT USE OTHER POWER WIRE TO AVOID DAMAGE OF STERILIZER
DO NOT TRY TO ADD THE POWER WIRE TO AVOID ACCIDENT AND RISK

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Chapter 4 Description and Specification
4.1 Front View of the Sterilizer
Name
Description
1．Displaying Window
Show temperature, pressure or other sterilization information
on the window, easy for you to operate during working.
2．Control Panel
Operation button to control the process of unit
3．Filling Water Port
Manually
4．Door Handle
Open and close the door of sterilizer
4.2 Rear View of Sterilizer

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Name
Description
5．Power socket
Connected power source
6．Fuse
Protect product when the power is not stable.
7．Print out port
It could connect a mini printer and output sterilization record
8．Relief Valve
Protect pressure inside chamber over the working pressure.
9．Nameplate
Basic information of manufactory
10．Vent area
Output heat from this vent area by condenser
4.3 Opened View of Sterilizer
Name
Description
11.Air Filter
Filter the air and ensure air into chamber is clean
12. Door Gasket
For sealing the door
13. Tray Holder
To load the sterilized instrument
14. Pressure protector
It ensures the door cannot be opened when chamber with
pressure
15. Drainage Port
For distilled water out
16. Drainage Port
For used water out

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4.4 Outside Size
Item
8L Model
12L Model
Size of Closed Door
539×373×357
539×373×357
Size of Opened Door
848×373×357
848×373×357
4.5 Loading Size
The loading size of sterilizer as followed:
8L Model
12L Model
4.6 Specification
Basic specification
Rated Voltage: a.c.220V-230V, 50Hz
Rated power: 1500VA
Fuse: T10A
Operation temperature: 5～40℃
The board affording weight: 4000 N/m2
Noise :< 50db
The maximum capacity of a plate:1000g
The maximum duration of using loading test: 90mins.
The maximum thermal radiation energy under the condition of 20℃~26℃:<2000J.

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Sterilizer chamber:
Material: stainless steel (for medical)
Max. Work Pressure: 2.5 bar
Min. Work Pressure: -0.9 bar
Max. Temperature: 145 ℃
Chamber volume: 8L(Φ170×320mm) 12L(Φ192×320mm)
Loading size: 8L (132×137×251mm) 12L(155×155×251mm)
Max. Loading weight: 8L (2.56kg/cm2) 12L (2.85kg/cm2)
Working Pressure/Temperature: 1.10～1.30bar/121℃~122℃；2.10～2.30bar/134℃~135℃
Water volume for one cycle: 0.16L（min）0.18L（max）
Sterilizer steam safety valve:
Safety release pressure: 2.45 bar
Max. Working temperature: 160 ℃
Water tank
Main water tank volume: 8L (4.5L) 12L (4.5L)
CAUTION
WATER ADDED INTO MAIN WATER TANK MUST USE DISTILLED WATER!
AND WATER TEMPERATURE MUST UNDER 40℃。
Used water tank volume: 8L (4.5L) 12L (4.5L)
Test Method
Vacuum Test
B&D Test
Helix Test

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4.7 Sterilization Cycle
1-2 pre-heating
2-3 pre-vacuum
3-4 sterilizing
4-5 air-discharging
5-6 drying
6-7 stabilizing
1-7 entire duration
Table—Types of sterilization cycles
Type
Description of intended use
B
The sterilization of all wrapped or non-wrapped, solid, hollow load products type A
and porous products as represented by the test loads in this standard.
S
The sterilization of products as specified by the manufacturer of the sterilizer
including non-wrapped solid products and at least one of the following: porous
products, small porous items, hollow load products type A, hollow load products B,
single wrapped products, multiple-layer wrapped products.
NOTE 1
The description identifies ranges of products and test loads.
NOTE 2
Non wrapped sterilized instruments are intended either for immediate use or for non
sterile storage, transport and application (e.g. to prevent cross infection).

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Chapter 5 Panel and Functions
5.1 Controlling Panel
5.1.1 Integrated display
❖Display the chamber pressure, unit is:bar
❖Display the chamber temperature, unit is:℃
❖Display the cycle situations。Please see the circumstance which is attached (Sterilizer
operation cycle display chart).
❖Display the alarm error code when the sterilization gives the alarm during the working
cycle, then you can check and find the malfunction components according to the error
code.
5.1.2 up choosing button
Up choosing has the function that is used for setting down the cycle program. In the program
menu, press this button to choose the programs by up direction. If press this button 3secs, it
will enter into time setting program.
5.1.3 down choosing button
Down choosing has the function that is used for setting down the cycle program. In the
program menu, press this button to choose the programs by up direction.
5.1.4 Button
Program setting button, press this button 3secs, it will enter into the cycle program choice
menu, and then please press or button to choose the cycle program as you need.
5.1.5 Button
This button is used for confirmation on the start or end the cycle and removing the malfunction
of program. After you choosing a certain program, please press this button to confirm it. Press
the machine again will start a working cycle. And if press this button for 5 seconds, it would
stop the working cycle immediately, and when error code displays, presses this button to stop
the alarm program and returns to the working cycle state.
CAUTION
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR OR AUTHORIZED PERSON WHEN
ERROR CODE DISPLAYED.