23 Flushing and cleaning programs
23.1 When to use cleaning programs
We recommend that you run the flushing and cleaning programs as follows:
Recommended flushing intervals
Cleaning program When Duration
Short flushing After every patient 30 seconds / instrument
(default; can be configured by a
qualified Planmeca service
technnician)
Long flushing In the morning and after the
working day
2 minutes (default; can be
configured by a qualified
Planmeca service technnician)
Suction cleaning After the working day 6 - 8 minutes
23.2 Before you start
NOTE
Always feed cold water to the dental unit.
NOTE
The water in the dental unit is intended for rinsing only, not for drinking.
NOTE
The water tap must be closed when the dental unit is not in use.
NOTE
If disinfectant is splashed on the surfaces of the dental unit, remove the
splashes instantly with water and mild soap to avoid stains.
23.3 Short instrument flushing
About this task
NOTE
The duration of the short flushing cycle is configurable. Contact your
Planmeca dealer.
NOTE
You can interrupt the flushing cycle by pressing Instrument spray. After the
interruption, the dental unit can be used normally.
NOTE
You can flush the instrument hoses independently or at the same time as
you clean the suction system by using OroCup.
23 Flushing and cleaning programs
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