Since 1925, Tuttnauer’s sterilization products have been used in all types of settings, including hospitals, universities, laboratories, and all types of medical facilities. Tuttnauer autoclaves are used to sterilize equipment, and these units are known for their excellent design and high performance.
But like any piece of equipment, a Tuttnauer autoclave can have its fair share of problems. Fortunately, most autoclave problems are fairly easy to fix if you follow basic troubleshooting steps. In fact, there is no point in taking your unit to an autoclave repair shop. Even if you don’t have any mechanical skills or knowledge, you can repair your autoclave if you simply follow the steps given.
This article will provide a solution to repair your autoclave when the reset button on your cutoff thermostat won’t reset.
Before you do anything else, you need to make sure the camera has cooled down completely. If the camera is still hot, the device will not reboot. So let it cool down and then try resetting the cutoff thermostat. Haven’t restarted yet? Alright. Continue with the following steps.
Because the little red reset button on your Tuttnauer autoclave is so small, you will need to grab something sharp and pointed, like a ballpoint pen with a good point, to fully depress the reset button. When the button is pressed all the way down, you should hear a click and then the button will pop back out.
If after doing this, power is not restored to your unit, you should unplug it. Next, remove the 2 power wires that connect to the cutoff thermostat. Take an ohmmeter to check for continuity between the terminals.
If you cannot restore continuity between the terminals, you simply need to replace the cutoff thermostat. Buying replacement parts online is easy, but before you order anything, follow these steps to ensure you’re getting the right part from a reputable retailer.
First, research the reputation of the company you are considering ordering replacement parts from. Look for customer testimonials and reviews to get an idea of the type of service they provide. A good autoclave parts dealer will have a lot of positive customer reviews.
You also need to make sure that the company stands behind the products it sells. A good company will put a 100% guarantee on all the autoclave parts they sell, so you know you have nothing to lose.
Finally, make sure the company provides excellent technical support to guide you through ordering the right part and installing it correctly once you get it.