User manual SCICAN QUANTIM B

[. . . ] All rights reserved. Rev 1. 0 www. scican. com Quantim B Table of Contents P2 P3 Decals, displays and controls Introduction - Types of load and loading - Key to Pictures Operation Operation (continued) - Additional Operations Essential information Troubleshooting Additional Information Specifications Contact P4 P5 P P P P 6 7 8 9 Quote your model details, serial number and date of purchase when contacting your supplier All rights reserved. QUANTIM is a trademark of SciCan, Division of Lux and Zwingenberger Ltd. For all service and repair inquiries: In Canada/United States: 1-800-870-7777 International: (416) 446-4500 Email (Service and Repair): techservice. ca@scican. com SciCan 1440 Don Mills Rd Toronto Ontario M3B 3P9 Phone: (416) 445 -1600 Fax: (416) 445 -2727 Toll Free: 1- 800 - 667 - 7733 SciCan Medtech AG Alpenstrasse 16, 6300 Zug, Switzerland Phone: (41-41) 727 -7027 Fax: (41-41) 727 -7029 EU Representative: SciCan MesserschmittStr. 11 D - 86368 Gersthofen Germany 1 Quantim B S1 L K S5 N J S1 S5 S2 B L1 M S3 E L2 F1 L3 C1ii C1i C2ii C2i S4 F2 G H I L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 C D C3 C5 C4 2 Quantim B Introduction Thank you for choosing the SciCan QUANTIM B autoclave. All `Type B' vacuum cycles on this autoclave use the triple pulse fractionated vacuum system and are fitted with an active air leak detection system. [. . . ] Run Cycle `C2ii' - vacuum cycle for Steam Penetration test Following this test, the TST should change to a uniform purple colour. If the test pack TST is NOT of a uniform colour check the door gasket and vessel. ii) Vacuum system leak test The `vacuum system leak test' checks the integrity of the vacuum system. The test MUST be undertaken when the unit is cold and dry (before any other cycle has been run) Set autoclave in `standby' by pressing ready button (B). During the test, the segments of the cycle status graphic (L4-8) will flash. On completion the printout will advise if the unit has passed/failed the test. The test MUST be undertaken when the unit is cold and dry (before any other cycle has been run) iii) Auto-cycle Start The unit can be programmed to enable any cycle to be started at any time of day when the unit is unattended. This option is recommended particularly when the operator performs an `Air leak detection test'. · Set autoclave in `standby' by pressing ready button (B). If another time is required for the auto-cycle start, change minutes then hours; by pressing button (E) up and (F1) down and button (F2) to accept. · The unit returns to the ready mode and the `time display' (L1) continues to flash. · Select the required sterilizing cycle using buttons (G), (H), and (I). A visual display shows the stages of the cycle: Stage 1 - Cycle started (L4) Stage 2 - Heating and air bleed (L5) Stage 3 - Sterilizing (L6) Stage 4 - Depressurisation/drying (L7) Stage 5 - Cycle complete (L8) 11. Press button (D) to open the door, allowing access to the load. Note: If the unit is used in a very cold environment, water vapour may be seen coming from the cooling fan. This is normal and will only last for a few minutes. * Cycle C2i not included in compliance with prEN13060 5 Quantim B Essential Information To ensure the autoclave continues to operate correctly, it is important to follow the following points and to carry out the necessary care and maintenance procedures as specified. the load has been rinsed thoroughly in clean water prior to sterilization to avoid any chemical residues left after cleaning. when placing instruments on trays, ensure that they are placed on the ribs of the tray (to help drainage), that they do not touch each other and that the height of the load does not interfere with the tray or chamber above. the autoclave cooling fan outlet is at least 100mm from any nearby surface. the autoclave is not installed in an enclosed cupboard space' . . . all other exterior product panels are 50mm clear of adjoining surfaces to allow air circulation. the autoclave is positioned so that the rear is not accessible to personnel and that it is not directly in front of an electrical outlet so as to allow the over-pressure release valve to operate safely. you quote model/serial numbers (which are located inside the printer door) and date of purchase in all correspondence. [. . . ] This person is also responsible for ensuring that all applicable health and safety regulations are applied including those relating to the pressure vessel. This person must verify that only suitably qualified persons undertake repair and maintenance work other than that described under "care and maintenance" within this handbook. Qualified Person: A person who is qualified by training or experience to a recognised level in respect of the work to be undertaken. Manual Handling: Due to the weight of the unit two people are required when unpacking or moving the product. [. . . ]