MAINTENANCE TIPS
Daily
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Clean all vacuum lines and solids collectors in each operatory.
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Replenish developer and fixer solution in X-Ray processor or manual tank.
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Lubricate handpieces. Remove burs, clean and lubricate prophy angles and contra angles.
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Check solution or water in sterilizer.
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Turn off nitrous oxide and oxygen tanks.
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Turn off vacuum and compressor.
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Clean nitrous oxide nasal inhaler hoods after every use (do not use alcohol).
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Make sure tubing of cavitron is not kinked.
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Turn off main water valves (solenoid) at night to prevent possible flooding.
Weekly
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Clean X-Ray processor transports.
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Replaced ultrasonic cleaner solutions.
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Clean main suction canister.
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Check oil level in compressor.
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Check air dryer for desiccant.
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Clean sterilizer according to manufacturer's instructions.
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Check compressor tank for moisture.
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Clean dental light (make sure it is cool before touching).
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Alternate suction pumps (if applicable).
Monthly
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Check nitrous oxide safety level indicators.
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Check nitrous oxide unit, lines, hoses, and masks for leakage.
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Check air pressure to all handpieces.
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Clean panoramic cassettes with intensifying screen cleaner.
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Check sterilizer with spore test indicator.
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Check master water filter element.
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Clean plaster trap.
Semi- Annually
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Replace the coalescing & intake filters on air compressor.
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Lube all moving parts of dental lights & dental chairs.
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Check mercury vapour safety levels.
Annually
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