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In many cases some alarms or errors are determined by lack of attention or lack of
familiarity with some technical and operational aspects.
Following are listed some cases of irregularity with relative solutions.
13.1 Autoclave does not dry correctly
• substitute the bacteriological filter, with a new original.
• original trays have not been used, but other trays without perforations or diverse
perforations. Use only original trays, possibly in aluminum. Request additional original
trays.
• instruments have not been arranged correctly, arrange instruments or packaged
materials with the paper turned upwards.
Never pile up instruments or materials, arrange them parallel to one another.
Never place the instruments or materials in contact with the chamber, they can burn or
become deformed.
13.2 Autoclave chamber becomes white
• change immediately the type of water used, use demineralized or distilled water, as is
specifically indicated in the previous chapter and then proceed with cleaning the
chamber.
• the whitish color can be a consequence of the evaporation of organic materials present
on the instruments.
Instruments should be cleaned with a detergent action more suitable and thoroughly.
• check the demineralizer (ionic system or osmosi system)
13.3 Autoclave chamber presents blueish green stains
• instruments have not been correctly rinsed cleanse and rinse with major attention the
instruments.
If the stains are evident request telephonic assistance.
13.4 Sterilization cycle interrupts without apparent motive
• control if autoclave is connected to the electrical net with extensions, reductions,
adapters, if so remove this accessories and connect the autoclave directly to the electric
socket.
13.5 Autoclave does not receive commands
• autoclave pre-arranges bar automatic alignment wait for the double beep after opening
the door, then program the functions.
• pure water tank is empty, minimum led level is on, fill with pure water
• used water tank is full. Maximum level led is on, discharge used water.
SOLUTIONS TO OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS
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