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Dental Autoclave Heating Failure

By MedBazaar Technical Team · Troubleshooting Guide

مسئلہ / Problem

Autoclave sterilization cycle complete nahi karta — temperature required level tak nahi pohonchti.

ممکنہ وجوہات / Possible Causes

  • Heating element burned out
  • Temperature sensor faulty
  • Power supply insufficient
  • Water level low
  • Scale buildup on heating element
  • تشخیص / Diagnosis Steps

  • Water level check karein — minimum level se upar hona chahiye
  • Cycle start karne par heating sound (sizzling) sunne ko aata hai
  • Temperature display check karein — rising hai ya static
  • Error code note karein
  • حل / Fix

    Water Level:

  • Distilled water use karein — tap water mineral deposits chhodta hai
  • Required level tak fill karein
  • Scale Buildup:

  • Descaling solution use karein (manufacturer recommended)
  • Monthly descaling schedule karein Pakistan mein (hard water common)
  • Heating Element:

  • Visual inspection: burn marks, discoloration
  • Replacement — engineer required
  • Temperature Sensor:

  • Sensor replacement — engineer required
  • اہم نوٹ

    Faulty autoclave = inadequate sterilization = infection risk. Sterilization verification strips (Class 5/6 indicators) use karein har cycle mein.

    Estimated Fix Time: 1–3 hours (descaling: 30-60 min)

    Difficulty: Intermediate

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