SciCan Bravo Operator's Manual
BRAVO
AUTOCLAVES
Bravo Operator’s Manual SD-306-4-EN, Copyright 2010 SciCan Ltd. All rights reserved.
• Operator’s Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 1
SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL ................................................................................................................... 1
DISCLAIMERS ................................................................................................................................................... 1
GENERAL WARNINGS ...................................................................................................................................... 2
2. RECEIVING YOUR BRA V O ............................................................................................................ 3
SHIPPING WEIGHT ........................................................................................................................................... 3
DESCRIPTION OF PACKAGE CONTENTS ...................................................................................................... 3
HANDLING THE UNIT ........................................................................................................................................ 4
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................... 5
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS ......................................................................................................................... 5
FRONT ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
REAR .................................................................................................................................................................. 7
CONTROL PANEL ............................................................................................................................................ 8
COMMAND KEYS ...................................................................................................................................... 8
LCD DISPLAY ............................................................................................................................................ 8
SAMPLE OPERATING CYCLE .......................................................................................................................... 9
4. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................. 10
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT ........................................................................................................................... 10
COMPARTMENT DIMENSIONS FOR BUILT-IN INSTALLATIONS ................................................................ 10
GENERAL INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................. 11
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................................................ 11
CONNECTING THE DATA RECORDER ......................................................................................................... 11
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL WATER TANK .............................................................................................. 12
DIRECT CONNECTION TO A CENTRALIZED DRAINING POINT .................................................................. 13
5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ........................................................................................................... 14
TURNING ON THE UNIT ................................................................................................................................. 14
INITIAL AUTOMATIC TEST ............................................................................................................................ 14
AMBIENT PRESSURE VALUES ...................................................................................................................... 14
STAND-BY MODE ............................................................................................................................................ 15
FILLING DISTILLED WATER ........................................................................................................................... 16
Manual filling ............................................................................................................................................ 16
Automatic filling ........................................................................................................................................ 16
MAX LEVEL IN THE INTERNAL DRAIN TANK ................................................................................................ 17
6. CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................................... 18
STARTING AND ENTERING THE SETUP MODE ........................................................................................... 18
HOW THE KEYS FUNCTION IN SETUP MODE .............................................................................................. 18
DESCRIPTION OF THE MENU ITEMS ............................................................................................................ 20
DEFAULTS SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................... 22
CONFIGURATION OPTIONS........................................................................................................................... 22
Setting the language ................................................................................................................................ 22
Setting the date ........................................................................................................................................ 22
Setting the time ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Setting the password ................................................................................................................................ 23
Setting the sterilization programs ............................................................................................................. 24
Setting the STAND-BY mode ................................................................................................................... 28
Setting the printing mode ......................................................................................................................... 29
Setting the tank filling mode ..................................................................................................................... 31
Setting the water draining mode .............................................................................................................. 31
Acquisition of the ambient pressure ......................................................................................................... 32
Adjusting the contrast of the liquid crystal display ................................................................................... 33
EXIT THE CONFIGURATION MODE .............................................................................................................. 33
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7. PREPARING MATERIAL FOR STERILIZATION .......................................................................... 34
TREATING TEXTILE MATERIAL BEFORE STERILIZATION ......................................................................... 34
ARRANGING THE LOAD ................................................................................................................................. 34
8. PROGRAM SELECTION .............................................................................................................. 36
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................. 36
PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................................................. 36
9. RUNNING THE CYCLE ................................................................................................................ 38
STARTING THE CYCLE ................................................................................................................................. 38
PROGRAM EXECUTION ................................................................................................................................. 39
RESULT OF THE CYCLE ............................................................................................................................... 43
CHECKING THE CYCLE DATA REPORT (FOR UNITS WITH PRINTERS) ................................................... 44
MANUAL CYCLE INTERRUPTION .................................................................................................................. 44
RESETTING THE SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................. 45
10. STORING STERILIZE D M A T E R I AL S ......................................................................................... 46
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................. 46
HANDLING ....................................................................................................................................................... 46
STORAGE ........................................................................................................................................................ 46
11. TEST PROGRAMS ..................................................................................................................... 47
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................. 47
BOWIE & DICK TEST ...................................................................................................................................... 47
VACUUM TEST................................................................................................................................................ 48
AP P E N D I X A – TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ......................................................................... 50
SUMMARY TABLE ........................................................................................................................................... 50
SAFETY DEVICES ........................................................................................................................................... 51
WATER SUPPLY CHARACTERISTICS .......................................................................................................... 52
APPENDIX B – P R O G R A M S ............................................................................................................ 53
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................. 53
PROGRAM SUMMARY TABLE ....................................................................................................................... 54
STERILIZATION PROGRAM DIAGRAM ......................................................................................................... 56
DIAGRAMS OF THE TEST CYCLES ............................................................................................................... 61
EXAMPLES OF PRINTED REPORTS ............................................................................................................. 62
APPENDIX C - MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................... 64
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................. 64
MAINTENANCE DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................... 65
Clean door gasket and porthole (door plate) ............................................................................................ 65
Clean external surfaces ........................................................................................................................... 65
Clean sterilization chamber and accessories ........................................................................................... 65
Disinfect external surfaces ....................................................................................................................... 65
Clean internal distilled water tank ............................................................................................................ 66
Clean external distilled water tank ........................................................................................................... 66
Safety valve maintenance ........................................................................................................................ 66
Clean/replace the drain filter .................................................................................................................... 66
Replace bacteriological filter .................................................................................................................... 67
Replace the door gasket .......................................................................................................................... 67
Replacing the printer paper on units equipped with internal printers ....................................................... 68
Periodic sterilizer calibration and 3000 cycle maintenance ...................................................................... 68
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APPENDIX D – TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................. 69
APPENDIX E – A L A R M S .................................................................................................................. 72
ALARMS ........................................................................................................................................................... 72
ALARM INTERVENTION .................................................................................................................................. 72
Alarm during a cycle ................................................................................................................................. 72
Alarm outside the cycle ........................................................................................................................... 73
RESETTING THE SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................ 74
ALARM CODES ................................................................................................................................................ 75
ANALYSIS AND RESOLUTION OF PROBL E MS ............................................................................................. 77
APPENDIX F – D I A G R A M S .............................................................................................................. 83
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................................. 83
PLUMBING DIAGRAM ..................................................................................................................................... 84
PLUMBING DIAGRAM ..................................................................................................................................... 84
APPENDIX G - NOTES ..................................................................................................................... 85
APPENDIX H – SPARE PARTS & ACCESSORIES .......................................................................... 86
APPENDIX I – TECHNICAL SUPPORT ............................................................................................ 87
APPENDIX J – LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................................................................. 88
1. INTRODUCTION
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1. INTRODUCTION
SYMBOLS USED IN
THE MANUAL
Congratulations on your selection of the BravoTM Autoclave. We are confident that you have
purchased the finest equipment of its type. The Bravo is a counter-top unit that features a
number of sterilizing cycles designed to meet your needs and suitability for steam sterilization.
The details of installing, operating and maintaining your Bravo are all contained within this
operator’s manual. To ensure years of safe, trouble-free service please read these instructions
before operating this unit and keep them for future reference. Operational, maintenance and
replacement instructions should be followed for the product to perform as designed. Contents
of this manual are subject to change without notice to reflect changes and improvements to
the Bravo product.
NOTE
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
WARNING
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES A POTENTIAL DANGER OF INJURY. FOLLOW
THE PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN THE MANUAL TO AVOID INJURING
THE USER AND/OR OTHERS.
DANGER
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES A POTENTIAL DANGER OF PROPERTY
DAMAGE. FOLLOWS THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL TO PREVENT
POTENTIAL DAMAGE TO MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT OR OTHER
PROPERTY.
DANGER
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES A POTENTIAL DANGER DUE TO HIGH
TEMPERATURE.
DISCLAIMERS
The Bravo units described in this manual are to be used exclusively for the sterilization of solid
and hollow re-usable instruments and porous materials (e.g., textiles).
WARNING
THE DEVICE MUST ONLY BE USED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. IT MAY
NOT BE USED OR HANDLED BY INEXPERIENCED AND/OR
UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL FOR ANY REASON.
THIS DEVICE MUST NOT BE USED FOR THE STERILIZATION OF FLUIDS,
LIQUIDS OR PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS.
Do not permit any person other than certified personnel to supply parts for, service or maintain
your Bravo. SciCan shall not be liable for incidental, special or consequential damages caused
by any maintenance or services performed on the Bravo by a third party, or for the use of
equipment or parts manufactured by a third party, including lost profits, any commercial loss,
economic loss, or loss arising from personal injury.
Never remove the cover of the unit and never insert objects through holes or openings in the
cabinetry. Doing so may damage the unit and / or pose a hazard to the operator.
All elements of this book are common to Bravo17, Bravo
17V
and Bravo
21V
, except where noted.
1. INTRODUCTION
2.
GENERAL
WARNINGS
Please observe the following precautions in order to avoid injury or property damage:
– Use ONLY high quality distilled water.
WARNING
THE USE OF WATER OF INADEQUATE QUALITY CAN SEVERELY
DAMAGE THE UNIT. FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE APPENDIX A,
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS.
– Do not pour water or other liquids on the device;
– Do not pour flammable substances on the device;
– Do not use the device in the presence of gas or explosive or flammable vapors;
– Before performing any maintenance or cleaning, ALWAYS DISCONNECT the power
supply.
WARNING
WHEN IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO DISCONNECT THE UNIT’S POWER
SUPPLY, WHEN THE EXTERNAL POWER GRID SWITCH (MAIN BREAKER)
IS FAR AWAY OR, WHEN IT IS NOT VISIBLE FROM THE UNIT, PLACE A
WORK IN PROGRESS SIGN ON THE EXTERNAL POWER GRID SWITCH
(MAIN BREAKER) AFTER TURNING IT OFF.
– Make sure the electrical system is grounded conforming to current laws and/or standards;
– Do not remove any label or nameplate from the device; request new ones, if necessary.
– Use only original replacement parts.
WARNING
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE WARNINGS LISTED ABOVE RELEASES THE
MANUFACTURER FROM ALL LIABILITY.
2. RECEIVING YOUR BRAVO
3.
2. RECEIVING
YOUR BRAVO
SHIPPING WEIGHT
Total shipping weights :
Bravo17: approximately 126 lbs / 57 kg
Bravo
17V
: approximately 136 lbs / 62 kg
Bravo
21V
: approximately 150 lbs / 68 kg
NOTE
CHECK THE INTEGRITY OF THE PACKAGE UPON
RECEIPT.
Confirm that:
– the contents match the specifications of the order (see the
accompanying document);
– there is no obvious damage to the contents.
NOTE
IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE WRONG PRODUCT, ARE MISSING P A RTS, OR IF YOUR UNIT
HAS ANY TYPE OF DAMAGE, IMMEDIATELY PROVIDE A DETAILED DESCRIPTION TO THE
SELLER AND SHIPPER.
DESCRIPTION OF
PACKAGE
CONTENTS
The package contains:
– Bravo Steam sterilizer
1. Stainless steel wire instrument tray (3 pc with Bravo17, 5pc with Bravo
17V
, Bravo
21V
);
2. Stainless steel rack;
3. Instruction/Operators manual and other documents;
4. Tray extractor;
5. Container with quick connect for adding distilled water (about 0.5 US gal / 2 L );
6. Extra bacteriological filter;
7. Silicone tube (6.5 ft / 2 m) for draining water, with quick connector;
8. Bravo
17V
and Bravo
21V
models include spare roll of printer paper;
9. Chamber drain filter
10. Chamber drain filter wrench
NOTE
THE CUSTOMER MUST KEEP THE PURCHASE RECEIPT FOR ANY WAR RANTY SERVICE.
2. RECEIVING YOUR BRAVO
4.
HANDLING THE
UNIT
Where possible, the packaged product must be handled using suitable mechanical means and
following the instructions shown on the package.
In the case of manual handling, the product must be lifted by two people using the handles cut
in the side of the box.
Once removed from the box, the unit must be lifted by two people and transported on a cart or
other similar device.
WARNING
WE RECOMMEND THAT THE UNIT BE TRANSPORTED AND STORED AT A
TEMPERATURE NO LOWER THAN 5 °C. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO
LOW TEMPERATURES COULD DAMAGE THE PRODUCT.
NOTE
KEEP THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND USE IT WHEN THE DEVICE IS TRANSPORTED. USING
DIFFERENT PACKAGING COULD DAMAGE THE PRODUCT DURING SHIPPING.
DANGER
BEFORE SHIPPING, DRAIN THE DISTILLED WATER AND USED WATER
TANKS, AND ENSURE THE DEVICE HAS BEEN OFF FOR 30 MINUTES
FOLLOWING ITS LAST CYCLE SO THAT THE ALL THE HOT INTERNAL
PARTS WILL HAVE TIME TO COOL.
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
5.
3. PRODUCT
OVERVIEW
Bravo is SciCan's revolutionary chamber autoclave designed with safety, performance,
flexibility and ease of use in mind.
It is a sophisticated yet easy-to-use sterilizer with a wide range of configuration options and
patented operating devices designed to satisfy every need for sterilizing medical and dental
tools, guaranteeing the maximum performance under all conditions.
Easy-to-use, compact and aesthetically pleasing, Bravo is the ideal partner for professionals
seeking maximum sterilization safety
GENERAL
CH A R A C T E R I S T I CS
Bravo is a microprocessor-controlled steam sterilizer with a large sterilization chamber made
of stamped stainless steel.
It is characterized by an advanced fractionated vacuum system for the complete removal of air
from hollow and porous materials, and an effective final vacuum drying phase capable of
effective drying of these loads.
Its exclusive steam generation system, effective plumbing circuit and electronic management
(supplemented by high-precision sensors) guarantees high process execution speeds and
excellent thermodynamic parameter stability. Moreover, its Process Evaluation System
constantly monitors all the machine's vital parameters in real-time, guaranteeing absolute
safety and perfect results.
It offers users 10 sterilization programs (one customizable), each equipped with optimized
drying for the fast, effective sterilization of the various types of loads (instruments and
materials) used in a medical or dental environment. The custom programs have not been
validated and have not been cleared in the U.S. by FDA for healthcare use.
Bravo units also offer a number of interesting options for configuring the preheating mode
(based on the sterilizer's frequency of use) and printing the cycle report (printer optional on
Bravo17).
Bravo sterilizers also have one of the most complete, sophisticated and advanced safety
systems available today to protect users in the case of electrical, mechanical, or thermal
operating anomaly.
NOTE
PLEASE REFER TO APPENDIX A (TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS) FOR A DESCRIPTION
OF BRAVO’S INTEGRATED SAFETY DEVICES.
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
6.
FRONT
LCD display and
control panel
Service compartment
access panel
Door
Printer paper
output slot (printer
optional on
Bravo17)
On/Off switch
Bacteriological filter
Sterilization
chamber
Door microswitch
Distilled water fill quick connect
Door
Used water drain quick
connect
Water drain filter
Service compartment
(shown open)
Built-in printer
(optional in Bravo17)
Motorized
closing system
RS232 serial port
(Manufacture use only)
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
7.
REAR
Distilled water tank vent
hole
Safety valve
Heat exchanger
Mains fuses
Power cord
Band heating element safety thermostat and manual
rearm
Connection for directly draining the
used water tank
Connection for automatically filling the
distilled water tank
Steam generator safety thermostat and manual rearm
Jack socket for the
external tank level
sensor
Distilled water tank
draining point
Signal input for future
Bravo Pure Start/Stop
Ventilation Outlets
(back and side of unit)
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
8.
CONTROL
PANEL
COMMAND KEYS
LCD DISPLAY
Command keys will perform different functions depending on the mode:
Key
NORMAL mode
SETUP mode
Cycle Start/Stop
Enter, confirmation of the value/option
selected
Sterilization cycle selection
Value increment / Forward scroll of
the menu options
Test cycle selection
Value decrement / Backward scroll of
the menu options
Enter Setup mode
ESC, quit the current menu
LCD Display
Command keys
4 lines of 20 characters
Illuminated icons
Door status
Water level
Process status
Setup status
Alarm
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
9.
SAMPLE
OPERATING
CYCLE
The Bravo’s sterilization program is a succession of phases, each with a specific purpose.
After loading the material in the chamber, closing the door, selecting the program and starting
the cycle (the door opening mechanism locks automatically), the standard program (for porous
materials, 134 °C at 4 minutes, for example) uses the following sequence:
1. Preheats the generator and sterilization chamber;
2. Removes the air and penetrates the material by steam through a series of vacuum
(extracting fluid from the sterilization chamber) and pressure (injecting steam into the
chamber) phases;
3. Raises the pressure, with the consequent increase in the temperature of the steam, until
reaching the conditions required for sterilization (for example, 134 °C);
4. Stabilizes the pressure and temperature;
5. Sterilizes for the required time (for example, 4 minutes);
6. Depressurizes the sterilization chamber;
7. Begins vacuum-drying phase;
8. Ventilates the load with sterile air;
9. Brings the pressure of the sterilization chamber back to the atmospheric level.
After reaching atmospheric pressure, the door is automatically unlocked and can be opened to
remove the load from the sterilization chamber.
Phases 1, 3, 4, 6 and 9 are identical in all cycles, with slight variations of duration that are
solely dependent on the quantity and consistency of the load and the heating conditions of the
sterilizer. Phases 2, 5, 7 and 8, however, vary their configuration and/or duration on the basis
of the cycle selected (and, consequently, the type of load) and the choices made by the user.
NOTE
PLEASE REFER TO APPENDIX B (PROGRAMS) FOR MORE DETAIL.
4. INSTALLATION
10.
4. INSTALLATION
DIMENSIONS AND
WEIGHT
Correct and careful installation will ensure your Bravo functions properly, protects operators
from physical injury and protects property from damage.
– Height (all models) 16.5” / 420 mm
– Width (all models) 19” / 480 mm
– Depths (excluding rear connections)
Bravo17, Bravo
17V
22.0” / 560 mm
Bravo
21V
25.0” / 635 mm
– Total weights (with rack and trays)
Bravo17: 121 lbs / 55 kg
Bravo
17V
: 128 lbs / 58 kg
Bravo
21V
: 139 lbs / 63 kg
Electricity
The electrical system to which the sterilizer will be connected must accommodate the electrical
characteristics of this device. This information is shown on the back of the machine.
COMPARTMENT
DIMENSIONS FOR
BUILT-IN
INSTALLATIONS
When installing the sterilizer inside a cabinet, you
must provide adequate space all around the device
to provide effective ventilation. There should also be
an opening in the back large enough to provide
adequate air flow. This will allow optimum cooling of
the heat exchanger.
A built-in compartment MUST have the minimum
dimensions shown in the figure at right.
– Height (all models) 18.5” / 490 mm
– Width (all models) 23” / 580 mm
– Depths
Bravo17, Bravo
17V
26” / 660 mm
Bravo
21V
29” / 735 mm
WARNING
COMPARTMENT DIMENSIONS LESS THAN THOSE SHOWN M AY
COMPROMISE THE CORRECT CIRCULATION OF AIR AROUND THE
DEVICE AND MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE COOLING. THIS CAN
RESULT IN THE DETERIORATION OF PERFORMANCE AND/OR POSSIBLE
DAMAGE.
NOTE
DO NOT REMOVE THE UPPER COVER OR ANY OTHER EXTERNAL PART. WHEN INSTALLED
IN THE COMPARTMENT, THE DEVICE MUST BE COMPLETE WITH ALL ITS P A RTS.
PLEASE REFER TO APPENDIX A (TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS) FOR COMPLETE
TECHNICAL DATA.
4. INSTALLATION
11.
GENERAL
INSTALLATION
PRECAUTIONS
To ensure operator safety and the correct performance of the device:
– Install the sterilizer on a flat level surface strong enough to support the device's weight,
and use the leveling feet to compensate for an irregular surface.
– Leave adequate space for ventilation, at least 2” (50 mm) on both side and top and 4”
(100mm) at the back. If the device is installed in a cabinet, be sure to respect the warnings
in the preceding paragraph, avoiding any obstructions to the air intake.
– Avoid contact with water or liquids. Do not install the sterilizer near tubs, sinks or similar
places, as this could cause short circuits and/or potentially dangerous situations for the
operator.
– Do not install the sterilizer in a place that is excessively humid or poorly ventilated;
– Do not install the machine were there is gas or flammable and/or explosive vapors;
– Install the device so that the power cord is not sharply bent or kinked. It must run freely to
the electrical connection socket.
– Install the device so that any external fill/drain tubing(s) is/are not sharply bent or kinked.
These must run freely to the drain tank.
ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS
The Bravo must be connected to an outlet that provides adequate capacity for the device's
absorption and ground, and which conforms with current laws and/or standards. The outlet
must also be protected by suitable breaker.
WARNING
THE MANUFACTURER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY
INSTALLING THE STERILIZER ON AN INADEQUATE ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM OR ONE NOT EQUIPPED WITH A GROUND.
If it is necessary to replace the plug on the power cord, use one with equal characteristics or,
at any rate, adequate to the device's electrical characteristics. The user is entirely responsible
for the selection and replacement of the plug. This replacement should only be performed by
a trained service professional.
NOTE
ALWAYS CONNECT THE POWER CORD DIRECTLY TO THE SOCKET. DO NOT USE
EXTENSION CORDS, ADAPTERS OR OTHER ACCESSORIES.
CONNECTING THE
DATA RECORDER
Installation
The sterilizer can be connected to external data recorder to allow the recording of the cycle
data on to a USB memory stick which can then be downloaded to a PC for archiving and
management.
The connectors in the service compartment are used for interfacing.
1. Switch off the sterilizer and open the service compartment door;
2. Insert both ends of the 9-pin connector into the serial ports of the data recorder and the
Bravo unit and secure them with the screws.
The serial port of the autoclave can be found next to the biological filter;
3. Insert the power connector pin in to the data recorder and then plug in the power
supply;
4. Fully insert the USB stick in to data recorder.
5. Switch on the sterilizer.
4. INSTALLATION
12.
CONNECTING AN
EXTERNAL
WATER TANK
To avoid having to regularly fill the internal water tank (see Chapter 5 - Instructions for Use), it
is possible to connect the sterilizer to an optional external tank that the user will less frequently
fill, or to a commercially-available, water purification system with accumulation tank.
With this option, the autoclave automatically activates a pump that fills the internal tank when it
reaches the MIN level. Be sure to monitor the external tank as the Bravo unit can not monitor
the water level in the external tank.
To connect the external tank, follow the instructions below:
– Install the tap provided on the tank; use Teflon tape or connector sealant for a perfect seal.
– Use the tank’s silicone tube (or other suitable tube) and insert it on the filling connector
taking care to push it completely on.
– Lock the tube to connector with the plastic tie provided.
– Insert the other end of the tube on the tap of the tank.
– Make sure that the tube runs freely from the device to the tank, without being bent, crushed
or obstructed in any way.
– Loosen the cap to facilitate the flow of water.
– Open the tap on the filling tank.
NOTE
REFER TO CHAPTER 6 - CONFIGURA TI ON – SETTING THE TANK FILLING MODE.
4. INSTALLATION
13.
DIRECT
CONNECTION TO A
CENTRALIZED
DRAINING POINT
Follow the instructions shown below for a correct direct connection to a centralized draining
point:
– Insert the silicone tube (provided) or other suitable plastic tube onto hose connection A;
push the tube all the way on and lock with the plastic tie or other means;
– Cut the tube to measure, push the free end on the connection provided on the centralized
draining point and lock with the plastic tie or other means;
NOTE
MAKE SURE THE TUBE IS NOT BENT, KINKED OR OBSTRUCTED IN ANY WAY.
The following diagram depicts the ideal arrangement of components:
A
Clip
Was her
Clip
Pipe
To the centralized
draining point
Centralized
draining point
Support plane
This point must be at level lower
than the sterilizer ’s support plane
NOTE
THE CONNECTION POINT TO THE CENTRAL DRAIN MUST BE LOWER THAN THE
STERILIZER'S SUPPORT SURFACE, OTHERWISE THE TANK MAY NOT EMPTY CORRECTLY.
5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
14.
5. INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE
TURNING ON THE
UNIT
Once the sterilizer has been correctly installed, it may be turned on and prepared for use.
Turn on the Bravo using the main (luminous) switch located on the right side of the unit.
NOTE
DO THIS WITH THE STERILIZER'S DOOR OPEN.
INITIAL
AUTOMATIC
TEST
When turned on, the control panel lights up and beeps so you can visually check its correct
operation. The panel then displays the message:
BRAVO17
R. Exxxx/BMyyyyyy
DEVICE CHECK- UP
NOTE
IF THE DOOR IS CLOSED, THE TEST IS INTERRUPTED. THE PANEL WILL BEEP AND
DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE.
OPEN DOOR
TO CONTINUE
Open the door to allow the test to continue. At the end of the test you will see:
BRAVO17
R. Exxxx/BMyyyyyy
CHECK- UP COMPLETE
AMBIENT
PRESSURE
VALUES
The sterilizer measures the ambient pressure for the correct operation of several auxiliary
devices. Whenever the difference between the value read and that previously stored is higher
than a set value, the system automatically updates the stored value after a brief delay.
Otherwise, the data remains unchanged without updating. (see Chapter 6 – Configuration Acquisition of the ambient pressure)
After updating, the device performs the initial automatic test procedure (see above). At the
end, the display shows the following message (accompanied by a beep):
AMBIENT PRESSURE
VALUE UPDATED
- 0.01 bar
↵ to continue
When ↵ is pressed, the device goes to STAND-BY mode (see below).
NOTE
FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE CHAP TER 6 – CONFIGURATION - ACQUISITION OF THE
AMBIENT PRESSURE.
5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
15.
STAND-BY MODE
After the initial test, the sterilizer goes into STAND -BY mode and the display shows:
Counter xxxxx/yyyyy
Stand- by HIGH
23.6 °C 30/08/02
- 0.01 bar 18:13:05
The upper line is the cycle counter. It shows the number of sterilizations performed, with the
correctly completed cycles on the left and the total number started on the right. The line below
shows the Stand-by status and the preheating mode (High-Low-Off). The two lower lines show
the temperature and pressure of the sterilization chamber on the left and current date and
time on the right.
NOTE
A CYCLE BEGINS WITH THE START OF THE STERILIZATION CYCLE (FIRST VACUUM
PHASE), EXCLUDING THE PREHEATING PHASE. A CYCLE ENDS AT THE END OF THE
PROGRAM (SEE THE CHAPTE R 9 - RUNNING THE CYCLE - PROG RAM EXECUTION).
TO SET THE DATE AND TIME AS WELL AS SELECT THE PREHEATING MODE, PRINT THE
DATA AND FILL THE TANK, PLEASE REFER TO THE CHAP T ER 6.
At regular intervals, the first two lines on the display alternate with the modes set for printing
(OFF/ON) and filling (Manual/Automatic):
Print OFF
Filling MANUAL
23.6 °C 30/08/02
- 0.01 bar 18:13:05
The icons in the lower part of the LCD screen remain off with the exception of the door status
and/or water level indicators, which light-up if the door is closed and/or the level in the filling
tank reaches its MIN or MAX values (or the MAX value in the drain tank).
During the first start-up, the MIN water level icon in the filing tank is normally on.
The device waits for the selection of the desired sterilization program (see Chapter 8 -
Program Selection).
DANGER
WHEN THE DOOR IS OPEN IN STAND-BY MODE, A BEEP INDICATES
THAT THE SURFACES INSIDE THE DEVICE ARE HOT. TO AVOID
BURNS, TAKE CARE NOT TO TOUCH THE STERILIZATION CHAMBER,
THE SUPPORTS PROVIDED OR THE INSIDE OF THE DOOR WITH YOUR
BARE HANDS.
5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
16.
FILLING DISTILLED
WATER
Manual filling
Automatic filling
The first time the sterilizer is used or when the MIN water level indicator comes on, you will
have to fill, or top-off, the internal distilled water tank.
With reference to the figure (and with the door open), follow these steps:
1. Fill the manual container (2 litres/ 0.52 US gal)
with distilled water, keeping it horizontal.
2. Connect the tube’s quick connector to the
corresponding female connector under the
chamber entrance (marked ), pushing until
you hear a click.
3. Place the container in a vertical position and
loosen the cap and taking care not to spill water
on the machine.
4. The water will begin to flow into the tank.
5. Continue filling until the MIN level indicator turns off or the MAX level indicator turns on.
6. At this point, lower the bottle below the connection point on the unit, keeping it horizontal.
7. While pinching the tube with your fingers press the metal lever on the side of the connector
and detach the quick connector.
8. Refill the container (2 litres/ 0.52 US gal) and repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 a second time until
the MAX level icon appears on the display.
9. When the MAX level icon comes on (accompanied by a beep), stop filling and detach the
quick connector as described in steps 6 and 7.
NOTE
THE MAX ICON DOES NOT HAVE TO BE ON TO START A STERILIZATION PROGRAM.
THERE IS SUFFICIENT WATER IF THE MIN INDICATOR IS OFF.
DO NOT CONTINUE TO FILL ONCE M AX ICO N APP E ARS AND YOU HEAR A BEEP. DOING
SO MAY CAUSE WATER TO DRAIN FROM THE UNIT’S WATER TANK DRAINING POINT AT THE
BACK OF THE MACHINE.
If a unit is set up for automatic filling from an external tank, the filling will occur automatically
after this automatic filling option has been selected.
NOTE
USE ONLY HIGH QUALITY DISTILLED WATER. FOR WATER SPECIFICATIONS, SEE
APPENDIX A (TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS).
To set the automatic filling option, please refer to the Chapter 6 - Configuration – Setting the
tank filling mode.
WARNING
THE AUTOMATIC FILLING SYSTEM MUST NEVER RUN DRY. THIS WILL
CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR TO THE AUXILIARY WATER-INJECTION
PUMP. PERIODICALLY CHECK THE WATER LEVEL IN THE EXTERNAL
TANK.
IF AUXILARY WATER-INJECTION PUMP RUNS DRY, THIS MAY BE AN
INDICATION OF AN EMPTY EXTERNAL WATER TANK, AND THE UNIT
WILL DISPLAY A CYCLE FAULT A040. TURN OFF THE POWER TO THE
UNIT AND FILL THE EXTERNAL BOTTLE WITH DISTILLED WATER. THEN
TURN THE UNIT POWER ON.
5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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MAX LEVEL IN THE
INTERNAL DRAIN
TANK
Emptying the internal
tank
When the water level in the internal drain tank reaches the MAX level, the LCD display
alternatively flashes the MAX and MIN icons.
NOTE
AT THIS STAGE, THE UNIT WILL GENERATE AN ALARM INDICATION (SEE APPENDIX E -
ALARM S) SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO ST ART A STERILIZATION CYCLE.
When this occurs, empty the internal and/or external draining tank.
To drain the internal tank, follow these steps :
1. Arrange an empty container on the floor near the
sterilizer and put the free end of the supplied tube
into the container.
2. Connect the quick connector to the corresponding
female connector under the chamber entrance
(marked ), pushing until you hear a click.
3. Wait for the internal tank to drain completely, then
while pinching the tube with your fingers, press the
metal lever located on the side of the connector
and detach the quick connector.
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6.
CONFIGURATION
Bravo users can configure the device to meet their specific needs. For example, the device's
performance may be adapted on the basis of the type of activity, the type of material to be
sterilized or its frequency of use.
The SETUP program allows selecting from several options that users can activate through an
easy-to-use menu.
NOTE
USE THE SETUP PROGRAM WHEN NECESSARY. A CORRECTLY PERSONALIZED DEVICE
PROVIDES THE BEST PERFORMANCE.
SCICAN CUSTOMER SUPPORT (SEE APPENDIX Z) IS AVAILABLE TO HELP USERS BY
PROVIDING SUGGESTIONS OR ADVICE ON THE BEST WAY TO USE THE OPTIONS IN THE
SETUP PROGRAM.
STARTING AND
ENTERING THE
SETUP MODE
To enter the SETUP mode, hold down the ⇑ key on the control panel for several seconds, until
the display reads “INSERT PASSWORD”. Enter the password “- - - - - - - -“ (8 x )
then press the ↵ key to enter the SETUP mode
INSERT PASSWORD
********
↵ to continue
⇑ to exit
Bravo17
SETUP
↵ to continue
⇑ to exit
NOTE
THE ICON SETUP ON THE DISPLAY WILL LIGHT UP AND STAY ON FOR THE ENTIRE
CONFIGURATION PHASE.
Press the ↵ key to enter the SETUP mode. The screen shows the first-level menu items (see
SETUP flowchart below).
Pressing the ESC key ⇑ quits the SETUP program and takes you back to normal operation
(stand-by mode).
NOTE
THE SETUP PROGRAM CAN ONLY BE STARTED IN S TAND-BY MODE. IT IS NOT
ACCESSIBLE DURING STERILIZATION OR TEST CYCLES.
HOW THE KEYS
FUNCTION IN
SETUP MODE
In SETUP mode the control panel keys have different functions than in normal mode.
Key
SETUP mode
ENTER key to confirm the selected option or value
Increases the value /scroll down
Decreases the value /scroll up the menu items
ESC key to exit the selected menu option
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6. CONFIGURATION
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DESCRIPTION OF
THE MENU ITEMS
MAIN MENU
The main menu has six entries that allow access to additional (second-level) menus:
BASIC (basic options)
ADVANCED (advanced options)
SPECIAL (special options)
SERVICE (technician menu not accessible to users)
DATA REVIEW (summary of options selected)
EXIT SETUP (exit the SETUP program and return to normal operation.
For more info, see Exiting the SETUP program)
BASIC Menu
The Basic menu (basic options) consists of the following items:
LANGUAGE (language setting)
DATE SETTING (setting the current date)
TIME SETTING (setting the current time)
PASSWORD (setting the password)
EXIT (exit the BASIC menu and return to the main menu)
ADVANCED Menu
The Advanced menu (advanced options) consists of the following items:
PROGRAMMES (setting preselected sterilization programs, shown on the
LCD display)
STAND-BY OPTIONS (stand-by mode settings)
PRINT OPTIONS (setting printer and printing options)
FILLING OPTIONS (setting modes for filling the distilled water tank)
DRAIN OPTIONS (setting the modes for emptying the used water tank)
EXIT (exit the ADVANCED menu and return to the main menu)
SPECIAL Menu
The Special menu (special options) consists of the following items:
AMBIENT PRESSURE (acquisition of the ambient pressure)
LCD CONTRAST (adjusting the contrast of the Liquid Crystal Display)
EXIT (exit the SPECIAL menu and return to the main menu)
SERVICE Menu
The Service menu can ONLY be accessed by a SciCan technician.
DATA REVIEW Menu
The Data Review displays a summary of the device's current settings, allowing users to
verify their accuracy.
It has the following screens (shown by way of example):
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Firmware version
Use the keys + / - to scroll through the menu.
Use the keys + / - to scroll through the menu.
Use the keys + / - to scroll through the menu.
Use the keys + / - to scroll through the menu.
Use the keys + / - to scroll through the menu.
EXIT
DATA REVIEW
↵ to continue
Press ↵ to confirm
NOTE
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ANY O F THE TERMS AB OVE, SEE CHAP TER 6 - CONFIGURATION
- CONFIGURATION OPTIONS.
3rd PRESET
134 SOLID/WRAPPED
EXTRA DRYING +05
4th PRESET
134 EMERGENCY
FAST DRYING
1st PRESET
134 POROUS/WRAPPED
STANDARD DRYING
2nd PRESET
134 HOLLOW/UNWRAP.
FAST DRYING
Stand- by option
HIGH
120 min
Print option
OFF
1 COPY(ies)
Filling option
AUTOMATIC
Drain option
INTERNAL
BRAVO17
R. Exxxx/BMyyyyyy
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
DATE
dd/mm/yyyy
TIME
hh:mm:ss
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DEFAULTS
SETTINGS
The sterilizer leaves the factory with the following settings:
PROGRAMS: Preset 1: 134 POROUS/WRAPPED
Preset 2: 134 HOLLOW/UNWRAP
Preset 3: 134 SOLID/WRAPPED
Preset 4: 134 SOLID/UNWRAP
STAND-BY MODE: HIGH (preheating)
PRINT OPTIONS: OFF or 1 copy
FILLING OPTIONS: MANUAL
DRAIN OPTIONS: INTERNAL
CONFIGURATION
OPTIONS
Setting the language
(LANGUAGE on the
BASIC Menu)
To configure the unit access the SETUP mode from the stand-by screen, enter the SETUP
mode by holding down the ⇑ key on the control panel for several seconds until the SETUP
screen appears (shown below).
Counter xxxxx/yyyyy
Stand- by HIGH
23.6 °C 30/08/02
- 0.01 bar 18:13:05
Scroll to the BASIC menu and press the ↵ key. From here, scroll and select any of the
following configuration options.
Select LANGUAGE using the ↵ key. The following screen will appear:
→ ITALIANO +
ENGLISH ↑
FRANÇAIS ↓
DEUTSCH -
ESPAÑOL
Select the desired language. Move using the + or – keys and confirm using the ↵ key to store
the selection. After the data is confirmed, return to the second-level menu.
NOTE
AS SOON AS THE SELECTION IS CONFIRMED, ALL THE MENUS OF THE SETUP PROGRAM
WILL BE DISPLAYED IN THE LANGUAGE SET.
Setting the date
(DATE SETTING on the
BASIC Menu)
When DATE SETTING is selected with the ↵ key, you will see:
dd/mm/yyyy
+/- to set
↵ to enter
⇑ toexit
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Setting the time
(TIME SETTING on the
BASIC menu)
To set the date, follow these steps:
– When the day flashes: set the current date with the + and - keys. Confirm with ↵.
– When the month flashes: set the current month with the + and - keys. Confirm with ↵.
– When the year flashes: set the current year with the + and - keys. Confirm with ↵.
The date is stored. Once the last confirmation is given, you return to the second-level menu.
When TIME SETTING is selected with the ↵ key, you will see:
hh:mm:ss
+ / - to set
↵ to enter
⇑ to exit
Follow these steps:
– When the hours flash: set the current hour with the + and - keys. Confirm with ↵.
– When the minutes flash: set the current value with the + and - keys. Confirm with ↵.
When the last confirmation is given, return to the second-level menu.
Setting the password
(PASSWORD on the
BASIC menu)
When PASSWORD is selected with the ↵ key, you will see this menu:
→ DISABLED +
ANY POWER ON ↑
ANY CYCLE START ↓
EXIT -
Select DISABLED to use the device freely, without limiting operator access.
Select ANY POWER-ON to password protect the main power switch. This allows only
authorized personnel to turn the unit on. Once it is on, it can be used by any operator.
Select ANY CYCLE START to password protect the unit both at power-on and at the start of
every sterilization program. In this mode, only authorized personnel will be able to use it.
When the ANY POWER-ON or ANY CYCLE START options are selected, the following
screen is displayed:
INSERT PASSWORD
↵ to enter
⇑ to exit
Enter the password with the + and – keys (fixed length, 8 characters).
Confirm with the ↵ key. Then, the following message will appear:
CONFIRM PASSWORD
↵ to enter
⇑ to exit
Enter the password again using the + and – keys.
Confirm with the ↵ key.
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