Aggressive Inspection

The Quick Fix Approach

Typically a service tech locates the source of the most pressing problem(s) and performs a "quick fix" in your office to restore the unit to operating condition. This method does not seek to examine other components for potential failure, which will ultimately result in another service call "unrelated" to the original.

Consider the 'actual' cost of this approach:
  • Downtime = decreased hygiene production ($$$)
  • Frustration = unhappy hygienist
  • Cost of second service call, labor, and shipping

It Makes Good Sense

Experience has taught us all that "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure". Our "aggressive inspection" method examines all components for probable failure in the near future. It makes good sense to replace a water tube, for example, that has become brittle from age and heat, while servicing the unit the first time. It costs only $2.75 in parts and approximately $10.00 in time/labor. In contrast to a failure at a later date which will cost the same $2.75 in parts, but $130.00 in labor, more shipping, more downtime. Additionally, a water leak could result in damage to other electronic components.

Items Check

Our initial inspection checks the following components:
  • All internal tubings (water & air)
  • Electronically controlled valves (solenoids)
  • Pneumatically controlled components (pinch valve)
  • Mechanical components (water and air regulators)
  • Circuit boards & connectors for corrosion.

Warranty

Our standard warranty covers all parts (replaced), as well as labor, for a period of 90-days from the date of shipment (usually date of invoice). In the event we overlook something "obvious", which may necessitate additional parts, labor, and shipping costs, we will perform the needed repair with no additional labor or shipping. You will be charged for needed parts ONLY. Warranty does not cover damage due to mishandling by freight carrier or abuse/neglect by owner of the equipment repaired. No warranty exists for repair estimates "declined" by the customer. This warranty includes all, but only, those items stated above and does not cover loss of income from downtime, even if a second repair is needed. There exists no other expressed or implied warranty beyond that which is stated herein.

 

Please Read

While it is impossible to guarantee complete detection of all potential component failures, our aggressive inspection method will uncover problematic areas which frequently necessitate additional service from the "quick fix" approach, saving you money overall.

 

Actual Photos Before Repair

front panel

Circuit board behind front panel. Unless this board is removed from the front panel, the powder will go undetected and eventually ruin the entire board. Approximate replacement cost . . . $300.00.

 

inside circuit

We have seen hundreds of printed circuit boards, such as the one shown above, which depicts a perfect example of why an ultrasonic scaler/air polisher might fail. The white substance you see is dried, hardened powder, usually originating from a small pin-hole in the internal tubings or the powder chamber from within the unit. Improper maintenance or lack of regular service is typically the cause. If this powder becomes moist, it can actually conduct the flow of electronic current, ultimately causing component failure or worse, ruining the entire board. This board costs hundreds of dollars to replace. There are three such PC boards in these type of units. Our aggressive inspection method uncovers these problematic areas that are sure to cause downtime and a costly repair if ignored. YES . . . we were successful in completely restoring this machine.