Intended Purpose And Use; Additional Information; Safety Notes - Ivoclar Vivadent Programat P310 G2 Mode D'emploi

1. Intended use

Intended purpose and use

The Programat P310 G2 is a ceramic furnace for the dental field. It was specifically
developed for use in dental laboratories. The firing chamber may be heated up to
max. 1200 °C (2192 °F) by means of a heating element.
Furthermore, the firing chamber has been designed in such a way that a
vacuum may be created with a vacuum pump. Electronic components with the
corresponding software monitor and control the firing programs. Additionally, the
set and actual temperatures are continuously compared.
Use the Programat P310 G2 exclusively for the firing process of dental ceramic
materials. Other uses than the ones stipulated, such as the cooking of food, firing
of other materials, etc., are contraindicated. The manufacturer does not assume
any liability for damage resulting from misuse. The user is solely responsible for any
risk resulting from failure to observe these Instructions.
Further instructions to assure proper use of the furnace:
– The instructions, regulations and notes in these Operating Instructions must be
observed.
– The instructions, regulations and notes in the material's Instructions for Use
must be observed.
– The furnace must be operated under the indicated environmental and operating
conditions (see Chapter 6).
– The Programat P310 G2 must be properly maintained.

Additional information

The device has been developed solely for use in dentistry. Start-up and operation
should be carried out strictly according to the Operating Instructions. Liability
cannot be accepted for damages resulting from misuse or failure to observe
the Instructions. The user is solely responsible for testing the apparatus for its
suitability for any purpose not explicitly stated in the Instructions.
Information on cleaning the furnace can be found in the Operating Instructions.
Information about the correct positioning and of materials with regard to
this furnace can be found in the Operating Instructions of the furnace or the
Instructions for Use of the respective material.

Safety notes

Hazardous area
Firing chamber
Opening/closing mechanism
Electrical components
(cables and connections)
Safety information for the operation
The device may only be operated by authorized and trained technical personnel.
– Keep unauthorized persons, such as patients, children and animals, away from
the device.
– In all cases of doubt regarding the safety of the device, switch off the device
and take suitable measures to prevent further use.
– Prior to connecting power or operation, check the device, the accessories and
protective equipment for any damage.
– Do not use damaged, non-functioning equipment or accessories. Inform your
authorized service partner.
– In order to ensure the product reliability and warranty services, the device must
be exclusively operated with the accessories from Ivoclar Vivadent, in particular
the original power adapter.
– The user bears the risk when using non-approved accessories.
– To prevent damage to the device and a reduction of the device performance,
observe the cleaning requirements and cycles.
– Only operate the device unsupervised if the operating conditions for
unsupervised operation described below are fulfilled.
Type of risk
Burn hazard
Risk of crushing
Risk of electrical shock
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