MELAG MELAquick 12+ p User Manual

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User Manual
Steam sterilizer
MELAquick
®
12+
MELAquick
®
12+ p
From software version 5.15
EN

MELAG MELAquick 12+ p Specifications

General

Brand	MELAG
Model	MELAquick 12+ p
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English

Summary

User Manual

About these Instructions

Device description

Safety warnings

Key safety precautions and symbols to be aware of.

Safety Instructions

Appropriate use

Defines the intended purpose and application area for the steam sterilizer.

Setting up, installation, commissioning

Procedures for correctly setting up and starting the steam sterilizer.

Preparation and sterilization of instruments

Instructions for preparing and sterilizing medical instruments.

Maintenance and repair

Malfunctions

Information on identifying and responding to device malfunctions.

Chapter 1 - Performance Specifications

Proper use

Defines the correct usage scenarios and limitations for the steam sterilizer.

User benefits

Overview of sterilization programs

Chapter 2 - Device Description

Accessories

Control panel

Supply with feed water

Chapter 3 - Initial Commissioning

Pre-conditions for setup and commissioning

Essential requirements and checks before installing and starting the sterilizer.

Establishing connections

Connecting water treatment units

Compressed air connection

Electrical connection

Preconditions for commissioning

Checks that must be completed before the sterilizer can be commissioned.

Switching on the steam sterilizer

Opening the door

Closing the door

Chapter 4 - Sterilization

Create prerequisites

Steps to ensure optimal conditions before starting a sterilization cycle.

Prepare items to be sterilized

Guidelines for proper cleaning and preparation of instruments for sterilization.

Loading the steam sterilizer

Selecting the program

Select automatic pre-heating

Select additional drying

Starting the program

Program run sequence

Manual program termination

Remove sterilized items

Chapter 5 - Logging

Batch documentation

Importance and process of documenting sterilization batches for quality assurance.

Setting the date and time

Output media: MELAnet Box and Computer

Reading logs on computer

How to open, view, and print log files on a computer.

Automatic immediate log output

Subsequent log issue

Chapter 6 - Maintenance

Cleaning procedures

Detailed steps for cleaning the sterilizer's chamber, door gasket, and housing.

Avoid formation of spots

Feed water quality requirements

Door gasket maintenance

General maintenance

Chapter 7 - Operating pauses

Shut-down procedures

Transporting the steam sterilizer

Chapter 8 - Function test

Automatic function test

Description of the sterilizer's built-in automatic monitoring and testing system.

Manual function test

Daily operation checks

Display water quality

Chapter 9 - Malfunctions

Message types and error handling

Explanation of warning messages, malfunction messages, and initial troubleshooting steps.

Warning messages

Malfunction messages

Troubleshooting common issues

Overview of programs

Menu: Function

Feed water quality parameters