METASYS

GB Central Suction System

EXCOM hybrid 2/5
Equipment Logbook
Assembly, operation and maintenance
 Index
Explanation of the pictograms

The footnote found on each page defines the user group

particular information is aimed at.

1. Index:

Page
1. Index 2
2. Explanation of the pictograms 2
GB 3. General information 3
4. Use 4
5. Type overview 4
6. Construction 5
7. Accessories 6
8. Explanation of the type plate 7
9. Technical data 8
10. Description of function 9
11. Installation guidelines 10
12. Hose connections 11
13. Electrical connections 12
14. Connection COMPACT A8 / A16 with EXCOM hybrid 2/5 14
15. Maintenance, cleaning and disinfection 15
16. Commissioning 16
17. Maintenance 17
18. Disposal of the equipment 17

2. Explanation of the pictograms

Warning that to ignore the following instructions

could lead to personal injury, disrupt operation or
damage the apparatus!

means that particular attention is drawn to an

important situation for the operating personnel or
the technician.

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General information

3. General information:

The safety, reliability and performance of the


equipment is only guaranteed by METASYS if the
following instructions are observed:

q A ssembly, alterations or repairs may exclusively

be carried out by authorized service personnel in
compliance with EN Standard 60601-1 (International
Standard for Medical Electrical Apparatus, in particular
Part 1: General Rules for Safety).

q T he electrical installation must comply with the

regulations of the IEC (International Commission for
GB
Electrical Engineering).

q The appliance must exclusively be used in conformity

with the instructions for installation, operation and
maintenance.

q Only original parts may be used for repairs or

replacements.

q All instructions issued by manufacturers of equipment

for the treatment of patients which is connected to the
suction engine must be observed.

Following the commissioning of the apparatus,


the Installation Proof must be completed and
returned to METASYS in order to establish the
guarantee period.

q Every service and inspection must be recorded in the

Equipment Logbook.

q When requested by an authorized engineer, METASYS

agrees to make all documents available for the use of
technically qualified service personnel.

q METASYS accepts no responsibility for damages caused

due to external factors, such as wrong installation,
improper use of the apparatus or unauthorized technical
intervention.

T he equipment is not suitable for use in explosive

or combustible environment.

q Users must study equipment and assure themselves of

its good condition before every use.

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 Use
Type overview

4. Use:

The METASYS EXCOM hybrid is a central suction system used

for centralised vacuum production, as well as the separation
of air and liquids in dentistry.

The EXCOM hybrid central suction system is


a vacuum engine with integrated separation.
It can be operated both as semi-wet or dry
suction system.

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5. Type overview:
The EXCOM hybrid central suction system can be delivered
in four models:

1 EXCOM hybrid 2 - 230V

2 EXCOM hybrid 2 - 400V

EXCOM hybrid 2: E
 XCOM hybrid 2 is a central suction
system with integrated air/water sepa-
ration for simultaneous operation of
2 treatment units or for up to 3 treatment
2
units with 60% efficiency.

3 EXCOM hybrid 5 - 230V

4 EXCOM hybrid 5 - 400V

EXCOM hybrid 5: E
 XCOM hybrid 5 is a central suction
system with integrated air/water sepa-
ration for simultaneous operation of
3 treatment units or for up to 5 treatment
units with 60% efficiency.

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Construction

6. Construction:

5 See illustration
5.3
taking EXCOM hybrid 5 as an example

5.1 The suction engine with dynamic separation unit

The suction engine is a powerful dry vacuum engine
operating according to the principle of the side
channel vacuum pump. The dynamic separation unit
centrally separates liquids and solids from the air Noise reducing item
stream without interruption of the suction's output. for air inlet valve
This eliminates the need for a separator in the
treatment unit.
5.5 GB

5.2 Control unit

The control unit contains all electrical components
necessary to control and monitor the entire device.
5.4

5.3 Air inlet valve + Noise reducing item

The air inlet valve optimises the vacuum and protects
the suction equipment from overheating.

+ Noise reducing item for air inlet valve 5.6

5.4 Prefilter
Coarse solid particles are held back in the prefilter

5.5 Hose connections

5.1

5.6 Water collector

The water collector protects the suction pump from
water backdraft.

5.2

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 Accessories

7. Optional accessories available:

1 See illustration

External place selection valve

Order number: 40050048

Without integrated selective control air can be entrained

through unused open hose connection points of operating
suction systems. Distracting noises and loss of suction
1 power can be the result. The installation of a place selection
valve prevents this effect.

GB 2 See illustration

Spittoon valve:
Order number: 40050002

If the treatment unit has a spittoon bowl, the water from

the bowl must be discharged through the suction hose. The
installation of a spittoon valve prevents distracting sucking
2 noises and loss of suction through the bowl. The spittoon
valve operates automatically and sets off the central suction
system.

3 See illustration

Covering hood:
Covering hood for EXCOM hybrid 2/5:
Order number: 40030004

The covering hood minimizes the sound level from the

3
vacuum motor and protects the suction system from
external influences.

4 See illustration

Air bio filter:

Air bio filter for EXCOM hybrid 2/5: Order number: 40060002
Air bio filter for EXCOM hybrid 2/5: Order number: 40060003

For reasons of hygiene and noise reduction we recommend

the intregration of an air bio filter into the air-discharge con-
nection and to lead it out of doors.
4

5 See illustration

Noise reducing item for air inlet valve

(included in scope of delivery)
Order number: 40040007

The noise reducing item minimizes the sound level of the air
inlet valve.

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Explanation of the type plate

8. Explanation of the type plate:

6 See illustration
Type plate of EXCOM hybrid 2/5:
The type plate can be found at the outside of the suction
motor's silencer 6.1 , above the prefilter 6.2 .

6.2
7 See illustration
Explanation of the type plate, taking EXCOM hybrid 5 - 230 V
as an example:

7.1 Equipment name

6.1
GB
7.2 Connection data
7.3 Serial number
7.4 Manufacturer’s address
7.5 CE mark
7.6 Separate collection electrical/electronic equipment
7.7 ÜZVO conformity mark
7.8 Protection class 1

7.1 7.3 7.5

EXCOM hybrid 5
Un = 230V, 50/60 Hz
Pmax = 1,1/1,3 kw
EA-12345 000
pmax = 180 mbar
Made in Austria

*reguliert

METASYS Medizintechnik GmbH

A-6063 Rum bei Innsbruck, Florianistr. 3

7.2 7.8 7.4 7.7 7.6

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 Technical data

9. Technical data:

1 EXCOM hybrid 2
230 V 400 V
Mains voltage: 230 V AC 400 V AC
Frequency: 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz
Maximum current consumption: 6,5/7,4 A 2,5/2,8 A
Electrical shaft power: 0,75/0,9 kW 0,75/0,9 kW
Suction motor rotation speed, rpm: 2770/3250 2780/3300
Vacuum, regulated: 180 mbar 180 mbar
Maximum ambient temperature: 40º C 40º C
Operating time: 100% 100%
GB Weight: 31 kg 32 kg
Noise level without covering hood: 63 dB (A) 63 dB (A)
Noise level with covering hood: 58 dB (A) 58 dB (A)
Overall dimensions (L x W x H) cm: 441x342x620 441x342x620

2 EXCOM hybrid 5
1
230 V 400 V
Mains voltage: 230 V AC 400 V AC
Frequency: 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz
Maximum current consumption: 9,2/7,9 A 3,3/3,7 A
Electrical shaft power: 1,1/1,3 kW 1,1/1,3 kW
Suction motor rotation speed, rpm: 2800/3300 2880/3400
Vacuum, regulated: 180 mbar 180 mbar
Maximum ambient temperature: 40º C 40º C
Operating time: 100% 100%
Weight: 34 kg 35 kg
Noise level without covering hood: 65 dB (A) 65 dB (A)
Noise level with covering hood: 58 dB (A) 58 dB (A)
Overall dimensions (L x W x H) cm: 499x363x626 499x363x626

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Description of function

10. Description of function:

3.5
3.1

3 See illustration

On removing a suction hose from its rest in the treatment

unit, the dynamic separation 3.1 and the EXCOM hybrid
central system suction engine 3.2 start. After the vacuum 3.6
has been developed, the optionally available place selection
valve for the treatment place in use opens. The water from
the cuspidor or spittoon runs through the spittoon bowl into
the suction hose, which also starts the EXCOM hybrid 3.4
central suction system.
The mixture of liquids, solids and air sucked from the
treatment units flows through the suction connection 3.3
and prefilter 3.4 into the separation chamber 3.1 .
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The mixture is accelerated into a circular movement by the 3.7
rapidly rotating impeller blades. The liquids and solids are
tangentially centrifuged, whilst the air flows through the
blade shafts into the hose connection with the air inlet valve
3.5 into the suction engine 3.2 . The dry air is
discharged via the optional bio-filter into the atmosphere
through the exhaust air connection 3.6 . The factory-
made follow-up time of the dynamic air / water separation
and of the suction motor is approx. 60 seconds. This can be
extended according to the installation situation.
The centrifuged liquids and solid particles smaller than the 3.2 3.3
mesh of the pre-filters 3.4 are either led into the normal
sewage system via the water outlet 3.7 and the drainage
connection or directed into an amalgam separator
(COMPACT A8/A16 or ECO II).

3.2 3.1 3.6

3.7 3.5 3.3

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 Installation guidelines

11. Installation guidelines:

q The EXCOM hybrid suction system is designed to be

installed only in dry, adequately ventilated rooms.

15 cm

Its use in areas subject to explosive and fire
hazards is not permitted.

q The permitted room temperature ranges from between

+10° C and +40° C. The relative humidity must not exceed
70%.
q In case of a room temperature of more than +35°C, a fan
must be installed for additional ventilation.

GB q Installation can be on the same level as the treatment

units, in a side room or one floor lower.

 In order to avoid vibrations, the suction system
1 must be installed on a firm base.

1 See illustration
q When the EXCOM hybrid suction system is installed, the
connection side must be placed at least 15 cm from the
1/1

wall so that the hoses can be connected.

EA-54.201/00

2 See illustration
EA-54.202/00

D Während des Saugvorgangs, darf der

Hauptschalter nicht ausgeschaltet werden.
q The front of the device must be easily accessible. If the
GB While suction is used, the device must not

I
be switched off at the main switch.

Mentre la pompa è in funzionamento, non

EXCOM hybrid system is installed with the covering
hood, nothing must be placed on top of it. To allow the
bisogna in alcun caso spegnere o interrompere
il sistema d‘aspirazione EXCOM premendo
l‘interuttore dell‘EXCOM stessa .

F Ne pas éteindre l‘interrupteur principal pendant

removal of the covering hood, a free space above equal

le fonctionnement de l‘appareil.

E No desconectar el interruptor principal mientras

el equipo esté en marcha.

to the equipment's height equal to half its width at the

sides is required. There must be clear space of approx.
5 cm around the device to guarantee adequate air
circulation.
Do not lift the device!
2 While the suction is used, the device must not
be switched off at the main switch!

3 Air inlet valve:

The suction power of a central suction system can fluctuate
if only the spittoon valve without a suction cannula is
operated. This can affect the transport of the liquids. To
optimize the transport of liquids, an air-inlet valve (Item
No. 40040006) needs to be installed in the dental unit. This
ensures an air-flow of approx. 100 l/min during operation.
This measure guarantees the safe transport of waste water
from the spittoon bowl through the suction pipes.

Pipe and hose installation:


Any pipe or hose used must be vacuum tight and
resistant to all chemicals normally used in a dental
practice (e.g. HT discharge pipes made from PP,
3 PVC-C, PVC-U, PE-HD).

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Installation guidelines
Hose connections

4 See illustration
q Only flexible spiral hoses made from PVC or equivalent
materials may be used.
90°
q Connections to the EXCOM hybrid central suction system
must be made by flexible hoses and be as short as
possible.

q We recommend a pipe diameter of 40 mm. Avoid

right-angle bends in order not to lose suction power
(recommendation: 2 x 45º degree bends).
2 x 45°
q Discharge pipes must meet applicable local legislation
or DIN 1986, Parts 1 and 2.

q Waste water must be allowed to drain off freely without

any backup. Waste water pipes must have a hydraulic GB
gradient of at least 2%.

q The air must be discharged out-of-doors. For reasons

of hygiene and in order to avoid noise pollution we
recommend that the outgoing air connection is fitted
with a bio-filter.
min. 2%
q The diameter of the discharged air connection must
be equal to or bigger than the diameter of the suction
connection.

12. Hose connections 4

5 EXCOM hybrid 2/5

5.1  onnection for the suction hose (from the treatment

C
units): 40 mm diameter
5.2  onnection for exhaust air
C
EXCOM hybrid 2: 40 mm diameter
EXCOM hybrid 5: 50 mm diameter
5.2
5.3  onnection for waste water (clean water discharge):
C
15 mm diameter.

All hose connections must be secured with hose
clamps!
For the exhaust air connections only heat-resistant
(≥ 130° C) hose and pipe material must be used.

In case of water discharge at the water collector all

connections, especially the water discharge pipe, 5.3
5.1
must be checked.

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 Electrical connections

13. Electrical connections:

Mains connection:
The mains connection must only be carried out by a trained
electrician.
The electrical installation must be carried out in accordance
with applicable local regulations.
Before connecting with the mains, the nominal voltage
stated on the type plate on the equipment must be
compared with the mains voltage.
The EXCOM hybrid suction system must only be connected to
the power supply with the supplied power cable. Extension
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cables must not be used.

Main switch:
Connection to the mains must be established after the
practice's main switch.

1 Circuit diagram EXCOM hybrid - 230V

2 Circuit diagram EXCOM hybrid - 400V

1 Legend:

F1 fuse T2A
K1 motor contactor
K2 timing relay
M1 motor for vac
Q1 protection switch
S1 main switch
T1 transformer
V1 varistor K275

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Operating components

The hose rest signal:

The control cable for the hose rest signal light is already K1 K2
connected internally by a 2 pole cable, 3 metres long.
The suction system starts when the two contacts are
connected.
The control cable is to be properly fixed into a junction box.

S1
Follow-up time:
F1

The factory-made follow-up time of the suction system is

approx. 60 seconds. By turning the knob on the timing relay
this running time can be adjusted.
W2 GB
3 Control unit EXCOM hybrid - 230V
4 Control unit EXCOM hybrid - 400V W1
V1

Legend: W3

F1 fuse
K1 motor contactor
K2 timing relay
S1 main switch T1
T1 transformer 3
V1 varistor
W1 power supply
W2 motor for vac T1
W3 sucking contact

S1

W1

F1
W2

W3

K1 K2
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 Connection COMPACT A8/A16
with EXCOM hybrid 2/5

14. Connection of the amalgam separators COMPACT A8/

A16 with EXCOM hybrid 2/5:

1 Connection of the sewerage tubes and pipes

min. 2%  2 Optional installation expansion container

GB
max. 0,4 m


In case of high volumes of liquid and sponta-
neously fulminating large quantities of water
an expansion container (Item No. 40040014)
1
needs to be installed between the suction
system (EXCOM hybrid) and the amalgam
separator (METASYS COMPACT A8/A16).

2.1 amalgam separator

2.2 2.3
2.2 expansion container

2.4 2.3 bleeding valve

2.4 suction system
2.1
2.5 air in
2.5
2.6 water out
2.6 min. 2% min. 2%

min. 2%

max. 0,4 m

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Maintenance, cleaning and disinfection
with GREEN&CLEAN M2

† Changing the collection container: see COMPACT

A8/A16 "Installation, Operating and Maintenance
Manual"
† Disposal of the collection container when full: see
COMPACT A8/A16 "Installation, Operating and
Maintenance Manual"

15. Maintenance, cleaning and disinfection:

with METASYS GREEN&CLEAN M2 cleaning and disinfection
agent for suction equipment and amalgam separators.

3 See illustration 4
3
Following every operation, the rinsing basin must be rinsed
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thoroughly!
4 See illustration
Suck off some water with each of the suction tubes after
every treatment!
5 See illustration
Twice a day, after having sucked off some water, use the
disinfectant for amalgam separators Green&Clean M2.
Ideally a disinfection with Green&Clean M2 should be
carried out before longer periods of downtimes of the
dental unit (e.g. lunch break, working day or holidays).
5
6 See illustration
T h e s p i t t o o n b o w l s h o u l d a l s o b e r i ns e d wi t h
GREEN&CLEAN M2 twice a day.
q Cleaning the filter
At least once a week clean and empty the filter. The cleanout
can also be carried out more frequently if necessary.
7 See illustration
Any residues from the prefilter, which might contain
amalgam, must be collected in a suitable container
(e.g. METASYS EcoCenter) and disposed off properly with
EcoTransform.

Please go to
www.metasys.com
to locate a world-wide collection point in your vicinity.

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 Commissioning

16. Commissioning:
1 See illustration
q Switch on practice and the equipment main switch.

GB
2 See illustration
q Remove the suction hose from its holder.
q Check that all hose connections and other connections
in the suction pipe are air-tight.

3 Adjust the air-inlet valve – see illustration

q The suction flow at the large sucker should be at least

300 l/min.

q Adjustments are made by turning the adjustment screw

on the air-inlet valve whilst measuring the air flow at the
large suction tip using a vacuum gauge*.

* Digital Manometer ECO 1: Order No.: 40400005

Protective covering for Manometer: Order No.: 40400006

Negative pressure with air-inlet valve: 180 (-20) mbar

3

4 See illustration
q Suck 3 litres of water and check that the EXCOM hybrid
central suction system is operating correctly.
q Undertake electrical safety checks as required by local
legislation, and record that the checks have been made.

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Maintenance
Equipment disposal

17. Maintenance:
5 See illustration
q The following filters must be checked and cleaned every
week:

á The filter in the hose rest or the suction hose – not

illustrated.
á T
he filter in spittoon bowl outlet and the spittoon valve
5.1

á The base filter 5.2

q Cleaning the filters:

The prefilters must be cleaned at least once a week.
However, depending on the method of working, this may
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be necessary every day.
A clogged prefilter is perceivable by a reduction of suction
power.
q Exhaust air filters:
The optional exhaust air bio-filter must be changed at least 5.1
once a year.

18. Disposal of the equipment:

The devices may be contaminated. Please inform

the disposal company of this so that the necessary
precautions can be taken.
Disposal of amalgam separator components, such
as sieves, filters, hoses etc., must also comply
with local regulations.
1

Uncontaminated plastic components of the suction system
may be recycled. 2
The built-in control unit, electronic circuit boards and
components may be disposed of as electro-technical scrap.
Other metal components may be disposed of as ordinary
metal scrap.

If the device is returned, for example to the dealer or

METASYS Medizintechnik GmbH, all connections must be
sealed so that they are water-tight. 5.2

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 Notes

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 Notes

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 METASYS

Austria
METASYS
Medizintechnik GmbH
Florianistraße 3
A-6063 Rum bei Innsbruck
1 +43/(0)512 /20 54 20-0
5 +43/(0)512/20 54 20-7

Germany
METASYS
Medizintechnik GmbH
Ahornstraße 19
D-85614 Kirchseeon
1+49/(0)2236 / 37 42 42
5+49/(0)2236 / 37 42 41

France
METASYS France S.a.r.l.
9, bd E. Michelet
F-69008 Lyon
1+33/(0)4/37 90 22 15
5 +33/(0)4/37 90 22 47
e-mail: [email protected]

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Italy

Dental ECO Service Italia S.r.l.

Florianistraße 3
A-6063 Rum bei Innsbruck
1 +39/045/981 4477
5 +39/045/981 4475
e-mail: [email protected]

ZK-55.064/00
70100031
EBW EXCOM hybrid D/GB/FR/I, 19.03.2012