How to Replace a Tuttnauer 3870 Door Gasket Leave a comment
In this article we want to show Tuttnauer’s given steps to replace a 3870 tabletop autoclave Door Gasket.
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CAUTION: Before starting, be sure that the electric cord is disconnected and that there is no pressure in the autoclave.
CAUTION: To avoid injuries replace the gasket while the autoclave and autoclave door are cold.
Step 1:
Open the door of the 3870 autoclave and pull the old gasket out of the groove. There is no glue or retaining clips holding it in.
Step 2:
Start replacing the new door gasket by pressing it into the groove at the top and then the bottom of the 3870 autoclave door.
Step 3:
Secondly you press the new door gasket into the groove on the left and right sides of the 3870 autoclave door.
Step 4:
Next you press the door gasket into the groove between the top, right, bottom, and left portions of the 3870 autoclave door.
Step 5:
Finally you press any remaining parts of the new 3870 autoclave door gasket in and ensure it is seated all the way around.
The 3870 Door Gasket is Ready to Test
You are now finished replacing your Tuttnauer 3870 Door Gasket. At this point the gasket may look a bit lumpy but don’t fret because the next step will flatten it out.
Close the door and run a test cycle to ensure proper replacement of your 3870 autoclave door seal.
Your 3870 is Ready for Service
Upon completion of your passed test cycle your Tuttnauer 3870 Autoclave is ready to start running sterilization cycles again.
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