Tuttnauer 3870 ELVC - User Manual

OPERATION
&
MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
Laboratory Vertical Steam Sterilizers
(with cooling option)
models
2540, 3850, 3870 ELV
and
2540, 3850, 3870 ELVC
Cat. No. MAN205-0350001EN Rev G
 Heidolph Brinkmann, LLC, 1241 Jarvis Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007,  856-786-1448, Toll Free: 866-650-9604,  Fax: 856-949-1167
 Brinkmann Instruments (Canada) Ltd. 4160 Sladeview Crescent #6, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8,  (905) 569-0664, Toll Free: (866) 260-6069,
 Fax: (905) 569-0665

Summary

Overall Dimensions Drawing for 2540 ELV;ELVC

Overall Dimensions Drawing for 3850; 3870 ELV;ELVC

2.9 Water Quality

2.9.1 Water for Steam Generation

Specifies physical characteristics and maximum acceptable contaminant levels for water in steam sterilizers.

2.10 Safety Features

3 STERILIZATION PROGRAMS

3.1 Program 1 - Unwrapped Instruments

Recommends Program 1 for sterilizing unwrapped instruments at 273°F (134°C) for 4 minutes.

3.2 Program 2 - Unwrapped Delicate Instruments

Recommends Program 2 for delicate instruments at 250°F (121°C) for 20 minutes.

3.3 Program 3 - Liquid

Program 3 is for sterilizing liquids at 250°F (121°C) with a slow exhaust.

3.4 Program 4 - Liquid + Cooling

Program 4 sterilizes liquids at 250°F (121°C) and includes a cooling phase.

4 KEYBOARD (Keys and Display)

4.1 Description and Functions of the Front Panel Keyboard

4.1.2 Description of the keypad

4.2 Displayed Error and Operational Messages

Lists common error and operational messages, their descriptions, and corrective actions.

5 CHECKING AND CHANGING PARAMETERS AND OTHER DATA

5.1 Main Menu

5.2 Parameters

5.3 Setting the Clock

5.4 History

7 PREPARATION BEFORE STERILIZATION

7.1 Instruments

Instructions for preparing instruments, including cleaning, rinsing, and loading.

7.2 Textiles

7.3 Empty containers

7.4 Tubing

7.5 Liquids

7.6 Loading

8 OPERATION

8.1 Turning on the Autoclave

Steps to power on the autoclave and what is displayed on the screen.

8.2 Verification Before Operating the Autoclave

Checks to perform before operating, including water supply and clock settings.

8.3 Loading

Importance of correct loading for air removal, steam penetration, and drainage.

8.4 Operations

How to seal the chamber, close the door, and start a sterilization cycle.

8.5 End of the Cycle

How the autoclave indicates the end of a cycle or a cycle failure.

8.6 Unloading

Procedures for safely opening the door and unloading sterilized materials.

8.7 Stopping the Process

How to stop the ongoing sterilization program using the START/STOP key.

8.8 Safety

General safety instructions for operation, including protective equipment and product compatibility.

9 DOOR SAFETY SYSTEM

9.1 Solenoid Locking Safety Device

Details the conditions under which the solenoid locks the door for safety.

9.2 Emergency Release

Describes the emergency release mechanism for the door locking pin when power is off.

10 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

10.1 Preventive Maintenance

10.1.1 Daily

10.1.2 Weekly

10.1.3 Periodically

10.1.4 Periodical Tests

10.2 Replacing the Air Filter (ELVC only)

10.3 Replacing the Door Gasket

10.4 Checking the Safety Valve

10.5 Cleaning Water Outlet Strainer

11 TROUBLESHOOTING

Tuttnauer 3870 ELVC Specifications

General

Power Supply	230 V, 50/60 Hz
Door Type	Automatic sliding door
External Dimensions (WxDxH)	54 cm x 54 cm x 85 cm
Cycle Time	40-60 minutes
Control System	Microprocessor control
Standard Cassettes Capacity	3
Drying Time Range	20 to 30 minutes
Water Supply	Manual fill
Safety Features	Overtemperature protection
Power Consumption	3000 W
Sterilization Temperature Range	105-138°C