Tuttnauer 2540MKA Installation Guide

Not too long ago, we released an article going over Tuttnauer’s latest development, their 2540MKA sterilizer. As we do with our content, we gave an overview of the unit…Going over different qualities, benefits and specifications about the unit itself. So now we’re moving on to our guided content for the use of the 2540MKA. And we start here, with the Tuttnauer 2540MKA installation guide. These instructions come directly from the manufacturer. This is to ensure proper installation the way they originally intended. And if you have any questions about this or anything else, you can call us at 704-966-1650, option 3 for our free tech support. 

Installation Guide

Caution: The sterilizer must be placed on a rigid and leveled surface. The stand must be able to hold the load of the device and loaded material i.e. total – 50 kg (110lb). 

Note: Make sure while placing the autoclave, to leave space around the machine, to give the technician access to service the machine.

Note: Keep the back and the sides of the autoclave approximately 25mm (1″) away from the wall to allow ventilation. 

Electrical
The electrical connection should comply with the devices power requirement. It must also comply with local installation and safety rules and regulations. The voltage supplied to the device must comply with the label ± 5%.
In order to avoid any injury by electrical hazard, it is mandatory for the customer to have installed an earth leakage relay (GFI outlet or circuit breaker) in the electrical circuit to which the autoclave is connected. This relay disconnects all the poles of the electrical power line in case of accidental contact with the autoclave’s metal enclosure, by the operator or another person, leading to a dangerous leakage current.
Connect the power cord to the socket on the rear side of the autoclave; plug it into the supply outlet.

Setup
Proper adjustment of the chamber pitch is one of the most important things you can do for the sterilizer. Proper chamber pitch insures that among other things the sterilizer will have the proper amount of water in the chamber at the beginning of each cycle. Insufficient water in the chamber, at the beginning of the cycle, will cause the unit to overheat and activate one of the safety thermostats. This will occur at some point during the cycle when the water level becomes to low. If on the other hand there is too much water in the chamber this will extend the heating portion of the cycle. Extending the heat up time will shorten the sterilization time causing items to not be sterilized, indicator strips to not change color and spore tests to fail.
For proper setup please follow these setup steps (see drawing below):

• The autoclave should be turned off and unplugged
• Make sure the counter is level and sturdy (3)
• Make sure all the feet are on the autoclave and none have been lost.
• Make sure the feet are free to move in and out (2)
• Position the autoclave on the counter
• Fill the reservoir with mineral-free water (see sec 7.2)
• The chamber should be empty of any instruments, trays or leftover water.
• The chamber pitch now needs to be adjusted
• Measure 350-450 ml (12-15 oz) of mineral-free water.
• Pour the proper amount of water into the chamber through the front door of the unit (4)
• This water should cover the bottom of the chamber to within +/- 1⁄2 inch of the groove in the front. (1)
• If necessary adjust the front leveling feet, up or down, so that the water lays in the chamber correctly. (2)
• Once the chamber pitch adjustment is completed, the unit is ready to operate

Note: It is imperative to have the correct amount of water in the chamber each cycle for proper operation of the autoclave.

Lifting and Carrying

Caution: Before moving the autoclave, Make sure that the electric cord is disconnected from the power and there is no pressure in the chamber. 

1. Disconnect the power supply cord.
2. Drain the water from the reservoir and vessel.

To avoid injuries, lifting and carrying should be done by two people.

Do not drop this device! 

As always if you have any questions about this process or anything else please feel free to contact us and take advantage of our “FREE TECH SUPPORT.”

We also offer FREE VIRTUAL TECH SUPPORT to “See and Talk” with a “Real Time Live Technician” for any problems you may be in need of help with.

You can also use our “FREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM”. Take the guesswork and worrying about what unit is due for maintenance and which maintenance cycle it is time for. We will keep track of all your autoclaves and let you know when it’s time for anything.

The Tuttnauer 2540MKA semi-automatic sterilizer is available on our site here.