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7.6. Load the autoclave. See section “Preparation for Sterilization” for
information on proper loading.
7.7. Shut the door, move the Door Closing Devise into position and tighten,
making sure that the Door Switch is activated.
NOTE:
Due to the inherent elasticity of the door gasket, it is important to
tighten the door bolt until “hand tight”. Do not overtighten the bolt as
this may result in damage to the gasket.
Should the autoclave fail to reach the sterilizing temperature/pressure,
always check first that the door is fully sealed. If not, tighten the door
bolt further, as described above, until completely sealed.
7.8. Turn the Thermostat knob to the desired sterilization temperature.
Note: This autoclave is designed according to all international
standards, which allows the temperature to raise 4ºF (2ºC)
over the working temperature.
Sterilization Time Table
Note: The table shows different times for M (Standard Manual) & MK
(Kwiklave Manual) units as well as for hot and cold starts.
Make sure you are using the correct times for your model machine.
A hot start is any cycle that is begun within 1 hour of a previous cycle ending
(including drying time).
Note: These sterilization times are based on the unit being supplied the
correct voltage, as indicated on the Technical Label attached to the outer
TOTAL STERILIZATION TIME
(does not include drying)
MK M
Material
STE.
TEMP
Cold
Start
Hot
Start
Cold
Start
Hot
Start
Models
16min. 11min. — — 1730
27min. 13min. 2340
30min. 14min. 2540
a. Unwrapped instruments,
open glass or metal
containers and any other
items where such
temperature is suitable.
273ºF
(134ºC)
21min. 11min.
32min. 23min.
3140,
3850,
3870
Single Instruments 12min. 9min.
20min. 15min. — — 1730
31min. 17min. 2340
34min. 18min. 2540
b. Wrapped instruments,
standard cassettes,
rubber tubing and any
other items where such
temperature is suitable.
273 º F
(134 º C)
25min. 15min.
36min. 27min.
3140,
3850,
3870
c. Packs and any other
items where such temp.
is suitable.
273 º F
(134 º C)
25min. 20min. 45min. 35min.
All
models
d. Any items where a
lower sterilization temp.
is required.
250 º F
(121 º
C)
30min. 25min. 60min. 50min.
All
models