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9.2 Replacing the Air Filter
To facilitate drying the instruments with the door of the chamber
closed, the autoclave is equipped with an air compressor and HEPA
filter (0.2µm). During the drying stage the compressor draws air
through the HEPA filter and forces the circulation of that air through
the heated chamber to remove moisture from the wrapped instruments.
The filtration of the air is performed by the bacteriological filter.
Frequency of replacement will be determined depending on the usage
of the autoclave and the surrounding environment.
The filter is mounted in an opening on the right sidewall of the
autoclave enclosure, this is to allow easy access for replacing it, (see
picture below).
To replace the filter proceed as follows:
1. Remove the securing screws and then the filter cover by turning the
cover counterclockwise until the handle is at a vertical position.
2. Pull out the cover with the filter attached.
3. Disconnect the flexible tube from the filter.
4. Replace the filter with a new one, connecting it to the flexible tubing.
5. Reassemble the cover and lock it into position by turning it a ¼ turn.
6. Fasten the securing screws.