10.2.9 - Dry Lab Stations and Rotary Hand-piece Drivers

Prior to Using a Lab Station, ensure the station and associated Electric Handpiece are clean and free from obstruction. If using the Electric Handpiece, ensure the table vacuum motor is turned on (operating switch is located on the front of the motor box), and that the intake is unobstructed, while also ensuring the plastic safety shield is fastened in place (in front of the vacuum intake).
If using/working with flame and wax, please place white butcher paper over the entirety of the workspace table to prevent wax from melting/adhering to/damaging the table surface. Butcher paper is on a roll mounted on the wall.
Upon completion of using the Lab Station, remove and dispose of any paper, clean off any stone residue, disinfect the surface with PDI wipes and allow to sit for the necessary 3 minute contact time, and ensure the table vacuum motor is turned off. If any tools/burs are left unsupervised, they will be disposed of (or may be confiscated and sterilized for use by the dispensary).

Pressure Pot for Curing
- NOTE: The Great Lakes Pressure Pot has the potential to be the most dangerous piece of equipment in the Wet Lab, as improper use and failure can result in EXPLOSION! Please ensure you are using the pot correctly for your safety as well as the safety of any other lab occupiers
- The pressure pot should be cleaned daily to prevent residue buildup. If you are the first person to use the pot, use a wet paper towel to wipe the inside clean, followed by a dry paper towel to dry the internal surfaces. If the pot has large amounts of residue on the inside, or the water appears excessively dirty, contact clinic Inventory Assoicate. After this, add approximately ½ inch of water.
- When using the Pressure Pot, place your prosthesis inside the pot on the tray and secure the lid by ensuring both handles align and the lock switch is moved into the locked position.
- To pressurize the pot, flip the toggle lever on the right side until the pressure reaches between 15-20 PSI. If the pressure exceeds 20 PSI, depressurize the pot, discontinue use, and immediately conatact the clinic Inventory Associate to inform them that the appliance is over pressurizing and needs to be repaired.
- To release pressure and open the Pressure Pot, first, ensure the pressure line is closed by moving the toggle switch to the closed position. Then, press the pressure release button above the lock switch on the handle (pressure release will make a loud hissing sound). Finally, move the switch to the unlocked position, rotate the upper handle and open.