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Root ZX mini
Operation Instructions

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 Table of Contents
Prevent Accidents  3
Warnings and Prohibitions  5
Parts Identification and Accessories  6
Usage  7
1. Before Using the Unit  7
Installing the Batteries  7
Connecting the Probe Cord  8
Checking the Function  8
2. Operating the Unit  10
Operation Panel Display and Switches  10
Settings  11
Meter Display  13
Root Canal Not Suitable for Electronic Measurement 
16
Root ZX mini Meter Reading and Radiography  18
3. After Using the Unit  19
4. Replacing Batteries  20
Maintenance  22
Cleaning  22
Disinfection  23
Disinfection (other components): Wipe with Ethanol  23
Packing  24
Sterilization  24
Replacement Parts, Transport and Storage  25
Replacement Parts  25
Transport and Storage Environments  25

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Inspection and Warranty  26
Maintenance and Inspection Items  26
Warranty  27
Troubleshooting  28
Technical Specifications  30
Specifications  30
Symbols  31
Electromagnetic Disturbances (EMD)  32

Thank you for purchasing the Root ZX mini.

For optimum safety and performance, read this manual thoroughly before using the unit and pay
close attention to warnings and notes. Keep this manual in a readily accessible place for quick and
easy reference.

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 Prevent Accidents
Attention Customers
Do not fail to receive clear instructions concerning the various ways to use this equipment as de-
scribed in this accompanying Operation Instructions.
Fill out and sign the warranty and give the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment his
copy.

Attention Dealers
Do not fail to give clear instructions concerning the various ways to use this equipment as de-
scribed in this accompanying operator’s manual.
After instructing the customer in the operation of the equipment, have him fill out and sign the war-
ranty. Then fill in your own section of the warranty and give the customer his copy. Do not fail to
send the manufacturer’s copy to J. MORITA MFG. CORP.

Prevent Accidents
Most operation and maintenance problems result from insufficient attention being paid to basic
safety precautions and not being able to foresee the possibilities of accidents. Problems and ac-
cidents are best avoided by foreseeing the possibility of danger and operating the equipment in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. First thoroughly read all precautions and
instructions pertaining to safety and accident prevention; then, operate the equipment with the
utmost caution to prevent either damaging the equipment itself or causing bodily injury.
The following symbols and expressions indicate the degree of danger and harm that could
result from ignoring the instructions they accompany:

This warns the user of the possibility of extremely serious injury or complete destruc-
tion of the equipment as well as other property damage including the possibility of fire.

This warns the user of the possibility of mild injury or damage to the equipment.

The warning symbols ( ) and caution symbols ( ) that appear next to the main text on the
right hand side of the page refer to and are explained by the Warnings and Cautions at the bottom
of the page.

This alerts the user of important points concerning operation or the risk of equipment
damage.

The user (e.g., healthcare facility, clinic, hospital etc.) is responsible for the management, mainte-
nance and use of medical divice.
This equipment must only be used by dentists and other legally licensed professionals.
Do not use this equipment for anything other than its specified dental purpose.

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 Disclaimer
■■ J. MORITA MFG. CORP. will not be responsible for accidents, equipment damage, or bodily
injury resulting from:
1. Repairs made by personnel not authorized by J. MORITA MFG. CORP.
2. Any changes, modifications, or alterations of its products
3. The use of products or equipment made by other manufacturers, except for those by J.
MORITA MFG. CORP.
4. Maintenance or repairs using parts or components other than those specified by J. MORITA
MFG. CORP. and other than in their original condition
5. Operating the equipment in ways other than the operating procedures described in this man-
ual or resulting from the safety precautions and warnings in this manual not being observed
6. Workplace conditions and environment or installation conditions which do not conform to
those stated in this manual such as improper electrical power supply
7. Fires, earthquakes, floods, lightning, natural disasters, or acts of God.
■■ The useful life of the Root ZX mini is 6 years (based on self-certification) from the date of ship-
ment provided it is regularly and properly inspected and maintained.
■■ J. MORITA MFG. CORP. will supply replacement parts and be able to repair the product for a
period of 10 years after the manufacture of the product has been discontinued. For the duration
of this period, we will supply replacement parts and be able to repair the product.

In Case of Accident
If an accident occurs, the Root ZX mini must not be used until repairs have been completed by a
qualified and trained technician authorized by the manufacturer.

Intended Operator Profile

This equipment must only be used by dentists and other legally licensed professionals.

Patient Population
Age Child to Elderly

Weight N/A

Nationality N/A

Sex N/A

Health It is not intended for use on patients wearing pacemakers or ICDs.

Conscious and mentally alert person. (Person who can stay still
Condition
during treatment.)

• This equipment is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age.

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 Warnings and Prohibitions
* J. MORITA MFG. CORP. is not responsible for any accidents or other types of trouble that are
caused by not following the warnings and prohibitions noted below.

• Accurate canal measurement is not always possible depending on the shape and condition of the tooth as well
as a decline in the equipment’s performance.
• Do not use damaged file holders; an accurate measurement cannot be made with a damaged file holder.
• When a continuous tone is heard while the main power switch is on and without any operation, some electrical
part may be malfunctioning. Do not use the unit and send the unit to J. MORITA OFFICE for repairing.
• A rubber dam should be used when performing endodontic treatment.
• Some care must be taken concerning electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) when using the Root ZX mini. Refer
to the user’s manual and other attached documents for EMC information regarding installation and operation.
• Both portable and movable radio frequency transmitters may have some effect on the Root ZX mini.
• Using replacement parts or accessories not supplied by the original manufacturer could adversely affect the
EMC performance of the Root ZX mini.
• As far as possible, do not use the Root ZX mini near or simultaneously with other devices. If this cannot be
avoided, observe carefully and make sure both the Root ZX mini and the other device operate normally.

: This indicates when not to use the equipment.

• Do not use this equipment in conjunction with an electric scalpel or on patients who have a pacemaker.
• Blocked canals cannot be accurately measured.
• Except for ways described in this manual, this equipment must not be connected to or used in combination
with any other apparatus or system. It must not be used as an integral component of any other apparatus or
system. J. MORITA MFG. CORP. will not be responsible for accidents, equipment damage, bodily injury or any
other trouble which results from ignoring this prohibition.
• Illumination devices such as fluorescent lights and the Film viewer which use an inverter can cause the Root ZX
mini to operate erratically. Do not use the Root ZX mini near devices such as these.
• Electromagnetic wave interference could cause this equipment to operate in an abnormal, random and possibly
dangerous manner. Cellular phone, transceivers, remote controls and all other devices which transmit electro-
magnetic waves located inside the building should be turned off.
• Do not perform maintenance while using the instrument for treatment.

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 Parts Identification and Accessories
Parts Identification

File Holder

Strap Holes Contrary Electrode

LCD Screen

Set Switch

Power Switch

Data Output Port

(to transmit display data)

Probe Cord

Accessories
⹅⹅Standard Accessories
Probe Cord File Holder Contrary Electrode Tester Alkaline Dry Cells
(1) (3) (5) (1) (3)
(LR03 (AAA size) batteries)

⹅⹅Optional Accessories
Long File Holder
(1)

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 Usage
1. Before Using the Unit
Installing the Batteries
1. Slide the cover in the direction by the arrow in the illus-
tration and remove it from the Root ZX mini.

2. Insert the 3 LR03 (AAA size) batteries included in the

package.

(1) Insert the batteries by first pressing center of the

minus end against its spring contact.
(2) Slide the plus end down into place and make sure
the contacts are not bent or damaged.

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3. Slide the cover all the way down until it is securely

closed.

• The Root ZX mini is shipped without the batteries installed. Remove the cover and install the 3 LR03 (AAA
size) batteries.
• Do not reverse the plus and minus poles.
• Never allow the spring contact to push against the edge of the battery. This could damage the outer cover
causing a short or a leakage of battery liquid.
• After installation, give the cover a light tug to confirm it is securely attached.

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 Connecting the Probe Cord
1. Insert the probe cord completely into the jack on the
left side of the Root ZX mini.

Probe Cord
2. Insert the file holder’s gray male plug into the gray
Connector (white) female connector on the probe cord. Insert the contrary
electrode into the white female connector on the probe
cord.
Contrary Electrode
File Holder Plug

Probe Cord
Connector (gray)

Checking the Function

1. Press the Power switch to turn the unit on. The display
will appear in the LCD screen.
* The instrument turns itself off if it is not used for 10 min-
Power Switch utes.

2. Check that the probe cord is properly plugged into the

jack.
3. Check that the file holder and contrary electrode are
Contrary Electrode properly connected to the probe cord.
4. Touch the metal part of the file holder with the contrary
File Holder Contact electrode. Check that all the meter indicator bars on the
display light up.

• Handle the Root ZX mini carefully; do not drop, bump or expose the unit to other kinds of impacts or
shocks. Rough handling could cause damage.
• Make sure the probe cord plug is securely plugged into the jack. A poor connection can prevent measure-
ment.
• Do not drop anything on or bang the probe cord plug after it has been inserted into the jack.
• Make sure to match colors of the file holder and contrary electrode to the probe cord.
Measurements cannot be made if these connections are reversed.
• The unit may turn off if its side is bumped.

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 Checking the Function

⹅ Checking the Function with the Tester

Check the Root ZX mini’s performance with the tester once
a week.

1. Press the Power switch to turn the unit on.

Tester 2. Insert the tester into the probe cord jack.
Check that the meter indicates within ±3 bars away
from (above or below) 1.

* The meter may jump when the tester is inserted. If it

does, wait for about one second until the meter stabilizes
and then check the reading.
* If the reading is 4 or more bars away from 1, the unit will
not make an accurate measurement. In this case, contact
your local dealer or J. MORITA OFFICE.

Must be
within
this range

• Check the Root ZX mini operation before each patient. If the indicators in the display do not all appear
normally, the instrument may not be able to make an accurate measurement. In this case, stop using the
instrument and have it repaired.

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2. Operating the Unit
Operating Environments
Temperature: +10°C to +35°C (+50°F to +95°F)
Humidity: 30% to 80% (without condensation)
Atmospheric Pressure: 70 kPa to 106 kPa
* If the unit has not been used for some time, make sure it works properly before using it again.

Operation Panel Display and Switches

Canal Length Indicator Bars Sound Volume
Off, Low, High

Battery Power Indicator

OFF
This bar graph indicates remain-
ing battery power. Replace the
batteries when this indicator
Meter begins flashing.

* When battery power falls too

much, alarm will sound and
the unit will automatically turn
itself off.
* The unit will automatically turn
off after 10 minutes of non-
use.

Flash Bar
Use this line as an estimate for
root canal measurement.

Memory Bar
Power Switch Set Switch
Information Display Use this as an estimate of some
• Standby (file outside canal): intermediate point inside the
Memory Number for Flash Bar canal.
• During Measurement (file inside canal):
Number of bars left before Flash Bar is reached
• When Flash Bar position is being set:
Position of Flash Bar

• Never connect the Root ZX mini to any device not approved by J. MORITA MFG. CORP.
• Never use the unit if the battery power indicator is flashing on and off. The unit may not function properly if
the battery power is low.
• The meter readings 1, 2, and 3 do not correspond to any actual distance and should only be used as esti-
mates.

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 Settings
1. Select Memorized Flash Bar

Method
Press Set Switch. Each press of the Set Switch will change
the memory selected in the sequence 01 to 02 to 03 and
then back to 01 again. The Flash Bar set for each memory
will appear when that memory is selected. The memory
selected when the unit is turned off is the one that will be
selected when is it turned back on again.

2. Set the Flash Bar

The Flash Bar can be set anywhere from 2 to Apex (0).
Use it as an estimate of the canal’s working length.

Method
When the file is not inserted, hold down the Power Switch
Flashes and then press the Set Switch at the same time. Each
press of the Set Switch will move the Flash Bar one bar to-
wards the Apex. The position will be automatically memo-
rized.

• The Flash Bar cannot be set beyond the Apex.

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 Settings
3. Memory Bar
The Memory Bar can be set anywhere up to APEX.
The Memory Bar can be set during treatment to mark
a point of interest inside the canal such as the begin-
ning of a curve, a certain distance from the apex, or the
File position point to change file size for enlargement.

Method
Insert the file up to the desired point and then press the
Set Switch. This will cause another bar to flash on and off
at a slightly slower speed that the main Flash Bar. This will
not change the point where the alarm is activated.

Memory Bar
starts flashing

4. Beeper Volume
The volume of the beep can be set for Loud or Soft, or
it can be turned off.

Method
Hold down the Set Switch and turn the Root ZX
mini on. This will change the setting of the beep
from Loud to off. Repeat the procedure to change
it from off to Soft. The setting will be memorized
and stay the same the next time you turn the unit
on.

• The Memory Bar should only be used as an estimate. You may need to change it during enlargement and
cleaning. If there seems to be some problem, stop using the instrument immediately.
• Check the settings displayed after selecting memories.

• The Memory Bar cannot be set beyond the Apex.

• The Memory Bar can be set at a different point for each of the 3 memories.
• The Memory Bar will stay wherever you set it until the Root ZX mini is turned off, but it will not be memo-
rized.
• The volume of the beep that sounds when the unit is turned on cannot be adjusted.

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 Meter Display
The position of the file tip is shown by the canal length
indicator bar on the display. The Flash Bar flashes on and
off once file is inserted into the root canal.

Flashes

The meter’s 0.5 reading indicates that the tip of the file is
in or very near the apical constriction.
* The numerals on the meter gauge do not represent mil-
limeters.

Flashes

If the file tip reaches the apical foramen, a single, sus-

tained beep will sound, and the word “APEX” and the little
triangle next to the Flash Bar will start to flash on and off.

Flashes

• In some cases such as a blocked canal, a measurement cannot be made. (For details “Root Canals not suit-
able for Electronic Measurement.”)
• Always check the measurement with an X-ray. In some cases, an accurate measurement cannot be made
because of the canal shape, unusual cases, or poor performance of the instrument.
• Stop using the instrument immediately if you sense something odd or abnormal while taking a measure-
ment.

• Do not let the file touch the gums. This will cause the meter to jump to Apex.
• If the canal is extremely dry, the meter may not move until it is quite close to the apex. If the meter does
not move, try moistening the canal with oxydol or saline.
• Occasionally the canal length indicator bar will make a sudden and large movement as soon as the file is
inserted into the root canal, but it will return to normal as the file is advanced down towards the apex.

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 Operating the Unit
1. Turn the unit on.
2. Hook the contrary electrode in the corner of the pa-
tient’s mouth.

Contrary Electrode

3. Clip the file holder to the metal shaft of the file.

(1) Press in direction of arrow with the thumb.
(2) Clip file.
File Holder
Press (3) Release thumb.

File or Reamer
Handle

Metal part of Cutting part

file holder and transition
to cutting part
Do not clip
onto this part!

• Do not use an ultrasonic scaler with the contrary electrode attached to the patient. Electrical noise from the
scaler could interfere with canal measurements.
• Make sure that the contrary electrode, file holder etc. do not come into contact with an electric power
source such as an electrical socket. This could result in a severe electrical shock.

• The contrary electrode could cause an adverse reaction if the patient has an allergy to metals. Ask the
patient about this before using the contrary electrode.
• Take care that medicinal solutions such as formalin cresol (FC) or sodium hypochlorite do not get on the
contrary electrode or the file holder. These could cause an adverse reaction such as inflammation.
• Always clip the file holder to the upper part of file shaft, near the handle. The metal and plastic part of the
file holder can be damaged if they are attached to the file’s cutting part or the transition to the cutting part.

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 Operating the Unit

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1 2

4. Press the Set Switch to select Memory 01, 02 or 03.

Set Switch
5. Insert the file up to the Flash Bar (this point can also be
recognized by the change in the beeping). Position the
rubber stopper on the tooth surface as a reference point
to determine the root canal’s working length. Use the 0.5
reading on the meter to estimate the canal’s length.

Flash Bar

6. Determine the working length.

File Holder
If the file tip is at the 0.5 meter reading, subtract from 0.5
to 1.0 mm to determine the working length.
* The working length will differ somewhat depending on
each individual tooth. This discrepancy must be judged by
the dentist as he works on the tooth.
0.5 Reading
When using the long file holder instead of the file holder
Rubber Stopper

Long File Holder (Option)

• Use files and reamers with plastic handles only. If the file has a metal handle, electrical leakage will occur
when the handle is touched by fingers and it will prevent an accurate root canal measurement. Even if the
file handle is made of plastic, make sure not to touch the metal part of the file with finger.
• Do not use damaged file holders. An accurate measurement cannot be made using a damaged file holder.
• Clip the file as shown in illustration #1 to the left. If the file is in the position shown in illustration #2, it may
not make a correct measurement and the file holder could be damaged.
• Make sure to take an X-ray to check the results.
• Make sure the long file holder does not prick or pierce the patient’s oral mucosa .

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 Root Canal Not Suitable for Electronic Measurement
Accurate measurement cannot be obtained with the root canal conditions shown below.
There may be cases other than these where an accurate measurement cannot be made.
Root Canal with a large apical foramen
Root canal that has an exceptionally large apical foramen
due to a lesion or incomplete development cannot be ac-
curately measured; the results will show shorter measure-
ment than the actual length.

Root Canal with blood, saliva or a chemical solution

Clean
overflowing from the opening
If blood, saliva, or a chemical solution overflows from the
opening of the root canal and contacts the gums, this will
result in electrical leakage and an accurate measurement
cannot be obtained. Wait for bleeding to stop completely.
Clean the inside and opening of the canal thoroughly to
get rid of all blood, saliva and chemical solutions and then
make a measurement.
Build-up Broken crown
If the crown is broken and a section of the gingival tissue
intrudes into the cavity surrounding the canal opening,
contact between the gingival tissue and the file will result
in electrical leakage and an accurate measurement cannot
be obtained. In this case, build up the tooth with a suitable
material to insulate the gingival tissue.

Fractured tooth
Fracture Leakage through a branch canal
Fractured tooth will cause electrical leakage and an accu-
rate measurement cannot be obtained.
A branch canal will also cause electrical leakage.

Branch

Re-treatment of a root filled with gutta-percha

The gutta-percha must be completely removed to eliminate
its insulating effect. After removing the gutta-percha, pass
a small file all the way through the apical foramen and then
put a little saline in the canal, but do not let it overflow the
canal opening.
Gutta-Percha

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 Root Canal Not Suitable for Electronic Measurement
Crown or metal prosthesis touching gingival tissue
Crown
Accurate measurement cannot be obtained if the file
touches a metal prosthesis that is touching gingival tissue.
In this case, widen the opening at the top of the crown so
that the file will not touch the metal prosthesis before tak-
ing a measurement.

Debris Cutting debris on tooth

Pulp inside canal
Thoroughly remove all cutting debris on the tooth.
Thoroughly remove all the pulp inside the canal; otherwise
an accurate measurement cannot be made.

Pulp

Caries touching the gums

Caries touches
gums In this case, electrical leakage through the caries infected
area to the gums will make it impossible to obtain an ac-
curate measurement.

Blocked Canal
The meter will not move if the canal is blocked.
Open the canal all the way to the apical constriction to
measure it.

Blocked

Extremely dry canal

If the canal is extremely dry, the meter may not move until
it is quite close to the apex. In this case, try moistening the
canal with oxydol or saline.

Too Dry

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 Root ZX mini Meter Reading and Radiography
Sometimes the Root ZX mini meter reading and the X-ray image will not correspond. This does not
mean that the Root ZX mini is not working properly or that the X-ray exposure is a failure.

* Occasionally, the actual apical foramen does not correspond exactly. The actual apical foramen
may be located up towards the crown. In these cases, the X-ray image will seem to indicate that
the file has not reached the apex.

X-ray Tube

X-ray Film Apical foremen is located up

towards the crown.

* Depending on the angle of penetration of the X-ray beam, the apex may not appear
correctly, and the position of the apical foramen may appear to be located differently
than it actually is.

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 3. After Using the Unit
1. Turn the unit off.

* The unit will automatically turn off after 10 minutes of

non-use.

2. Disconnect the probe cord and other cords or cables.

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Cord

Always grip the connectors to

connect and disconnect cords.

• Do not pull directly on the cords when connecting or disconnecting the probe and file holder. Always grip
the connectors to connect and disconnect cords.
• Do not wrap the probe cord around the body of the main unit.

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4. Replacing Batteries
Replace the batteries as soon as the battery power indica-
tor starts flashing.

* When battery power falls too much, an alarm will sound

and the unit will automatically turn itself off.

1. Slide the cover in the direction by the arrow in the illus-

tration and remove it from the Root ZX mini.

2. Insert the 3 LR03 (AAA size) batteries included in the

package.

(1) Insert the batteries by first pressing center of the

minus end against its spring contact.
(2) Slide the plus end down into place and make sure
the contacts are not bent or damaged.

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• Never use the unit if the battery power indicator is flashing on and off. The unit may not function properly if
the battery power is low.

• Do not reverse the plus and minus poles.

• Never allow the spring contact to push against the edge of the battery. This could damage the outer cover
causing a short or a leakage of battery liquid.

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 3. Slide the cover all the way down until it is securely
closed.

* Overheating or malfunctions could result if the above

conditions are not adhered to.
* The three LR03 alkaline dry cells used for this equipment
will last for about 70 hours of use. (This equals 6 to 12
months at the normal rate of usage.)

• After installation, give the cover a light tug to confirm it is securely attached.
• Always use LR03 alkaline, Oxyride™ , or manganese dry cells. (Manganese dry cells will not last as long as
Oxyride™ or alkaline dry cells.) Never use rechargeable nickel-hydrogen or nickel-cadmium batteries.
• All the dry cells should be of the same type: i.e., all alkaline, all Oxyride™ , or all manganese.
• Replace all three batteries at the same time.
• Never use batteries that are leaky, deformed, discolored or otherwise abnormal.
• Dispose of old batteries according to local codes and regulations.
• In case of battery leakage, carefully dry the battery terminals and remove all of the leaked liquid. Replace
the battery with a new one.

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 Maintenance
Be sure to follow the procedure below when performing daily maintenance.
Cleaning Disinfection Packing Sterilization

• Components maintained this way:

File Holder Contrary Electrode Long File Holder (option)

Take out the file before cleaning the file holder.

Other than the components listed above, refer to page 23 “Disinfection” for how to disinfect
components.

Cleaning
1. Disconnect the file holder, long file holder and contrary
electrode from the probe cord.

2. Clean them off in running water with a soft brush and

then wipe off the water.

If a medical agent being used for the treatment has

adhered to the components, wash it off in running
water.
Do not clean the components ultrasonically.
After washing is complete, check to see if the file hold-
er or long file holder, including its inside, is completely
dry. If any water remains inside the component, expel
it with an air gun or another such tool. Failure to do so
could result in the remaining water coming out during
use and cause malfunction or poor sterilization.
If dust or other impurities adhere to the hook of the
file holder or long file holder, they may cause malfunc-
tion.

Hook

Do not use the high-temperature washer-disinfector.

• Be careful to avoid cross contamination when performing maintenance.

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 Disinfection
Wipe the file holder, long file holder and contrary electrode
with a piece of gauze dampened with Ethanol for Disinfec-
tion (Ethanol 70 vol% to 80 vol%).
Do not immerse the components in or wipe it with
any of the following: functional water (acidic electro-
lyzed water, strong alkaline solution, and ozone water),
medical agents (glutaral, etc.), medicinal solutions (FC:
formalin cresol, sodium hypochloriteor, etc.) or any other
special types of water or commercial cleaning liquids.
Such liquids may result in plastic degradation, metal cor-
rosion and adhesion of the residual medical agent to the
components. If any of these liquids being applied to the
components, wash it off in running water.

Disinfection (other components): Wipe with Ethanol

Components Disinfected with Ethanol : Main Unit, Probe Cord
Dampen a piece of gauze with ethanol, wring it out and then wipe these components with it.

Never wipe components with any solution other than Ethanol for Disinfection (70 vol% to 80
vol%). Other solutions could cause cracking and discoloration.
Never wipe components with a piece of gauze that is excessively wet with Ethanol for Disinfection
(Ethanol 70 vol% to 80 vol%). Do not apply or spray with any fluid. Also, do not immerse in any
fluid or wash with water. It could seep inside the instrument and damage it. Be especially careful
around the connection jacks for the transmission cable.
Avoid spilling chemical solutions used for treatment on the any components. These chemicals
could damage, deform or discolor plastic and metal. Use extra caution to avoid spilling formalin cre-
sol (FC) and sodium hypochlorite as they are quite strong. Wipe up any chemical spills immediately.
(Some chemicals may leave traces even if wiped up immediately.)
Use only Ethanol for Disinfection (Ethanol 70 vol% to 80 vol%) and OPTI-CIDE-3™ Surface Wipes
for cleaning. Any other cleaning chemical or products should not be used including but not limited
to the following cleaning products and similar cleaning products listed below because of the poten-
tial damage to the plastic components of the Root ZX mini.
• CaviWipes™ • CaviCide™ • SANI-CLOTH™

* The “™” mark indicates that each trade name is a trademark or registered trademark owned by
the manufacturer in US or other territories.

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 Packing
Individually place the file holder or long file holder, and contrary electrode in a sterilization pouch.

Do not put stress on the cable when you place the file holder in a sterilization pouch.

Sterilization
Autoclave the file holder, contrary electrode, and long file holder after use for
each patient.
Recommended temperature and time:
+134°C (+273.2°F), 6 minutes minimum with a sterilization pouch.
Minimum drying time after sterilization: 10 minutes.
or
Recommended temperature and time:
+121°C (+249.8°F), 60 minutes minimum with a sterilization pouch.
Minimum drying time after sterilization: 10 minutes.

Do not sterilize the components by any method other than autoclaving.

Autoclaving and drying temperatures must never exceed +135°C (+275°F). Excess temperature
could cause the components to malfunction or could cause discoloration.
Take the file out of the file holder or long file holder before autoclaving.
Clean everything throughly before autoclaving. Any chemicals or foreign debris left on components
could cause them to malfunction or could cause discoloration.
Do not leave the file holder, long file holder, and contrary electrode in the autoclave.
For sterilizing files, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.

• To prevent the spread of serious, life-threatening infections such as HIV and hepatitis B, the file holder, long
file holder, and contrary electrode must be autoclaved after each patient’s treatment has been completed.

• The file holder, long file holder, and contrary electrode are extremely hot after autoclaving; do not touch until
they cool off.

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 Replacement Parts, Transport and Storage
Replacement Parts
* Replace the parts as necessary depending on degree of wear and length of use.
* Order replacement parts from your local dealer or J. MORITA OFFICE.

Transport and Storage Environments

Temperature: -10 °C to +45°C (+14°F to +113°F)

Humidity: 10% to 85% (without condensation)
Atmospheric pressure: 70 kPa to 106 kPa

Do not expose to X-rays or direct sunlight frequently or for long times.

If the unit has not been used for a long time, make sure it works properly before using.
Always remove the batteries prior to storing or shipping the unit.

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 Inspection and Warranty
• Maintenance and inspection are generally consider to be the duty and obligation of the user, but
if, for some reason, the user is unable to carry out these duties, contact J. MORITA MFG. CORP.
for details.
• Replace the parts listed in the Parts Lists as necessary depending on degree of wear and length
of use.
• This apparatus should be inspected every 6 months in accordance with the following mainte-
nance and inspection items.

Maintenance and Inspection Items

1. Check that the Power switch turns the unit on and off properly.
2. Insert the Tester and check that the indicator is within ±3 lines of 1 on the meter.
3. Check that the Set switch changes the memory from 01 to 02 to 03.
4. Check that the probe cord can be properly plugged into its jack.
5. Check that the file holder’s plug can be connected properly to the probe cord and that the file
holder can be clipped onto a file. Check the contrary electrode can be plugged into its probe
cord connector.
6. Touch the contrary electrode with the file holder and make sure all the bars on the meter light
up.
7. This equipment should be inspected after prolonged unusual period.

⹅ Parts Lists

File Holders (5) Contrary Electrodes (5) Tester

Code No. 7503670 Code No. 7503680 Code No. 8456089

Probe Cord Long File Holders (5) Battery Cover

Code No. 8449422 Code No. 8447055 Code No. 8449449

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 Maintenance and Inspection Items
⹅⹅Disposal of Medical Devices
Any medical devices which could possibly be contaminated must be first decontaminated by the
responsible doctor or medical institution and then be disposed of in accordance with local laws and
regulations.
The battery should be recycled. Metal parts of the equipment are disposed as scrap metal. Syn-
thetic materials, electrical components, and printed circuit boards are disposed as electrical scrap.
Material must be disposed according to the relevant national legal regulations. Consult specialized
disposal companies for this purpose. Please inquire of the local administration concerning local
disposal companies.

⹅⹅Service
The Root ZX mini may be repaired and serviced by:
• The technicians of J. MORITA’s subsidiaries all over the world.
• Technicians employed by authorized J. MORITA dealers and specially trained by J. MORITA.
• Independent technicians specially trained and authorized by J. MORITA.

Warranty
⹅⹅1 Year Limited Warranty
1. The manufacturer gives a guarantee for one year beginning from the date of purchase. Within
this period any defect that is due to faulty manufacturing or material will be remedied by repair
or replacement at the manufacturer or its distributor.
2. Warranty repair and service: In the event of a claim under this warranty, the device is to be sent
to the service facility of the distributor, postage and shipping paid, including a short description
of the problem, and a copy of the sales receipt from the dealer as proof of purchase and title to
warranty.
Always ship prepaid. Distributor does not accept collect shipments.
3. In the case of damage caused by wear and tear, careless handling and repairs not carried out
by authorized service facility, the warranty ceases to be valid. This guarantee may not form the
basis for any claims for damages, in particular not for compensation of consequential damages.
The buyer assumes responsibility for damage due to dropping of the unit, improper use and uti-
lization of product and chemicals other than those stated in this instruction manual for cleaning.
It is the customer’s responsibility to maintain the exact rated voltage indicated at the bottom of
the unit, and the office maintains electrical outlets for proper performance of the unit.
4. This warranty does not include the external accessories, file electrode, batteries, or transporta-
tion costs.

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 Troubleshooting
If the equipment does not seem to be working properly, the user should first try to inspect and
adjust it himself.

* If the user is unable to inspect the equipment himself or if the equipment fails to work properly
after being adjusted or after parts are replaced, contact your local dealer or J. MORITA OFFICE.

Problem Check Points Response

No power Check battery installation. Install batteries properly.
Check battery power. Replace batteries.
Cannot make a Check cord connections. Check that all connections are properly secured.
Measurement. Check probe cord for broken wire. Touch the contrary electrode to the file holder to
check probe cord conductivity.
No alarm sound. Check if sound is turned off. Turn the sound on.

Cannot switch Is a measurement being performed? The memory cannot be changed while the unit is
memories. Does the switch work? making a measurement.
Cannot change Switch may be broken.
memory settings.
Display does not Try replacing the dry cells. If new dry cells do not solve the problem, the
appear. LCD may be malfunctioning.
Canal Length Indica- Is contrary electrode making good Make sure the contrary electrode makes good
tor is unstable. contact with oral mucosa? contact with the oral mucosa.
Is the file holder dirty? Clean the file holder with Ethanol for Disinfection
(Ethanol 70 vol% to 80 vol%).
Canal Length Indica- Is blood or saliva overflowing from If blood or other fluids overflow the canal, the cur-
tor overreacts or is the opening of the crown? rent will leak to the gums and the meter will jump
too sensitive. to Apex. Clean the canal, canal opening and tooth
(Measurements are crown thoroughly.
too short. Poor accu- Is the canal filled with blood, saliva The canal length indicator bar may suddenly
racy. Erratic results.) or chemical solutions? swing when it breaks the surface of fluids inside
the canal, but it will return to normal as the file is
advanced down toward the apex.
Clean entire tooth surface.
Is the tooth surface covered with
cutting debris or chemical solutions?
Is the file touching the gingival tis- This will cause the canal length indicator bar to
sue? suddenly jump all the way to the “APEX”.
Is there pulp tissue left inside the Accurate measurements cannot be obtained if a
root canal? large amount of pulp tissue is left inside the root
canal.
Is the file touching a metal prosthe- Touching a metal prosthesis with the file allows a
sis? flow of current to the gingival tissue or periodon-
tal pocket and will cause the meter to jump to the
“APEX”.
Are proximal surfaces infected with Current can flow through the caries infected area
caries? to the gums and prevent an accurate measure-
ment from being made.

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 Problem Check Points Response
Canal Length Indica- Are there lateral canals or is the The canal length indicator bar may jump to “APEX”
tor overreacts or is tooth fractured? when it reaches the opening of a lateral canal or
too sensitive. the opening of a fractured tooth that allows the
(Measurements current to flow to the gingival tissue.
are too short, poor Does a broken crown allow leakage Build up an insulating barrier to stop the leakage.
accuracy or erratic of electric current?
results.)
Is there a lesion at the apex? A lesion can destroy the apical foramen through
absorption and an accurate measurement cannot
be obtained.
Is the file holder broken or dirty? Replace or clean the file holder.
Canal Length Indica- Is the canal blocked? Open the passage all the way through the apical
tor does not move at constriction first and then take the measurement.
all or only when the Is the apical foramen very large and If the apical foramen is large or wide open and not
file tip is close to the open? completely formed, the canal length indicator bar
apical foramen. will suddenly jump when the file tip gets close to
the apex.
Is the canal extremely dry? Moisten the canal with oxydol or a saline solution.
Cannot set Memory Is desired indicator bar lit up? Advance file to desired point.
Bar for file tip at Did you press the Set switch? Press Set switch firmly.
desired point.
Has file tip gone beyond Apex Bar? Move file tip up above the Apex Bar.

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 Technical Specifications
Specifications
*Specifications may be changed without notice due to improvements.

Name Root ZX mini

Model RCM-7

Degree of Protection IPX 0

(IEC 60529)

Protection against Electric Internal powered ME equipment / Type BF applied part

Shock

Intended Use The Root ZX mini is intended to detect the apex of the
root canal.

Operating Principle The impedance in the root canal is measured by measur-

ing at two frequencies and the position of the treatment
instruments in the root canal is detected.

⹅Essential
⹅Main Performance
Unit None (There is no unacceptable risk.)

⹅⹅Main Unit

Rated Input Voltage DC 4.5 V

(three alkaline dry cells [LR03 “AAA size” batteries])

Dimensions Approx. Height 57 × Width 60 × Length 103 mm

Weight Approx. 110 g

Applied Part File holder, Contrary electrode

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 Symbols * Some symbols may not be used.

CE(0197) marking Serial number

Conforms with the European
Directive, 93/42/EEC.
CE marking
Conforms with the European
Directive, 2011/65/EU.

Type BF applied part GS1 DataMatrix

Manufacturer Date of manufacture

Marking of electrical equipment Autoclavable up to

in accordance with the Europe- +135°C (+275°F)
an Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE)

EU Authorized Representative Consult instructions for Use

under the European Directive
93/42/EEC

Keep away from rain This way up

Fragile Atmospheric pressure limitation

Temperature limitation Humidity limitation

%

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 Electromagnetic Disturbances (EMD)
The Root ZX mini (hereafter “this device”) conforms to IEC 60601-1-2:2014 Ed. 4.0, the relevant
international standard for electromagnetic disturbances (EMD).
The following is the “Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration” which is required by IEC 60601-1-2:2014
Ed. 4.0, the relevant international standard for electromagnetic disturbances.
This is a Group 1, Class B product according to EN 55011 (CISPR 11).
This means that this device does not generate and/or use internationally radio-frequency energy,
in the form of electromagnetic radiation, inductive and/or capacitive coupling, for the treatment of
material or inspection/analysis purpose and that it is suitable for use in domestic establishments
and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies
buildings use for domestic purposes.

Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emissions

This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of this device should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment – Guidance
This device uses RF energy only for its internal function. There-
Conducted disturbance Group 1
fore, its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause
CISPR 11 Class B
any interference in nearby electronic equipment.
Radiated disturbance Group 1 This device is suitable for use in all establishments, including
CISPR 11 Class B domestic establishments and those directly connected to the
Harmonic current*1 public low-voltage power supply network that supplies build-
Class A ings used for domestic purposes.
IEC 61000-3-2

Voltage fluctuations and flicker*1

Clause 5
IEC 61000-3-3

*1: The test is not applicable since the EUT does not have AC ports.

• The use environment of this device is the Home healthcare environment.

• This device needs special precautions regarding EMD and needs to be installed and put into service ac-
cording to the EMD information provided in the ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS.
• Use of parts other than those accompanied or specified by J. MORITA MFG. CORP. could result in
increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of this device and result in
improper operation.
• Do not use this device as adjacent or stacked as possible with other. When adjoining or stacking is neces-
sary, use it after observing whether this equipment and other equipment work properly.
• Portable and mobile RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and ex-
ternal antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm to any part of the RCM-7, including cables specified
by the manufacturer.

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 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity
This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of this device should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Electromagnetic
Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test Level Compliance Level
Environment – Guidance

Floors should be wood,

concrete or ceramic
±8 kV contact
Electrostatic ±2 kV, ±4 kV, ±6 kV, ±8 kV tile. If floors are cov-
±2 kV, ±4 kV, ±8 kV, ±15 kV
discharge (ESD) contact ered with synthetic
air
IEC 61000-4-2 ±2 kV, ±4 kV, ±8 kV, ±15 kV air material, the relative
humidity should be at
least 30%.

Mains power quality

Electrical fast
±2 kV for power supply lines ±2 kV for power supply lines should be that of a
transients/bursts
±1 kV for input/output lines ±1 kV for input/output lines typical commercial or
IEC 61000-4-4
hospital environment.

AC/DC power
AC/DC power
±0.5 kV, ±1 kV line(s) to
±0.5 kV, ±1 kV line(s) to line(s) Mains power quality
Surge*1 line(s)
±0.5 kV, ±1 kV, ±2 kV line(s) to should be that of a
±0.5 kV, ±1 kV, ±2 kV line(s)
IEC 61000-4-5 earth typical commercial or
to earth
Signal input/output hospital environment.
Signal input/output
±2 kV line(s) to earth
±2 kV line(s) to earth
Mains power quality
should be that of a
dips dips typical commercial or
0% UT : 0.5 cycle (at 0, 45, 0% UT : 0.5 cycle (at 0, 45, 90, hospital environment.
Voltage dips, short 90, 135, 180, 225, 270, 315°) 135, 180, 225, 270, 315°) If user of this device
interruptions and 0% UT : 1 cycle (at 0°) 0% UT : 1 cycle (at 0°) requires continued
voltage variations on 70% UT : 25/30 cycles (at 0°) 70% UT : 25/30 cycles (at 0°) operation during power
power supply lines*1 25 (50 Hz)/30 (60 Hz) 25 (50 Hz)/30 (60 Hz) mains interruptions, it
IEC 61000-4-11 short interruptions short interruptions is recommended that
0% UT : 250/300 cycles 0% UT : 250/300 cycles this device be powered
250 (50 Hz)/300 (60 Hz) 250 (50 Hz)/300 (60 Hz) from an uninterruptible
power supply or a bat-
tery.
Power frequency mag-
Power frequency netic field should be at
(50/60 Hz) magnetic 30 A/m (r.m.s.) 30 A/m (r.m.s.) levels characteristic of
field 50 Hz or 60 Hz 50 Hz or 60 Hz a typical location in a
IEC 61000-4-8 typical commercial or
hospital environment.
NOTE 1: UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
NOTE 2: r.m.s.: root mean square

*1: The test is not applicable since the EUT does not have AC ports.

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 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity
This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.
The customer or the user of this device should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test Level Compliance Level Electromagnetic Environment – Guidance
Conducted RF 3V 3V Portable and mobile RF communications
IEC 61000-4-6 ISM(c) / amateur radio ISM(c) / amateur radio equipment should be used no closer to any
frequency band: 6 V frequency band: 6 V part of this device, including cables, than
150 kHz to 80 MHz 150 kHz to 80 MHz the recommended separation distance
calculated from the equation applicable to
Radiated RF 10 V/m 10 V/m the frequency of the transmitter.
IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to 2.7 GHz 80 MHz to 2.7 GHz Recommended separation distances
27 V/m 27 V/m d = 1.2 150 kHz to 80 MHz
385 MHz 385 MHz d = 0.4 80 MHz to 800 MHz
28 V/m 28 V/m d = 0.7 800MHz to 2.7 GHz
450 MHz 450 MHz
d= Portable wireless RF commu-
9 V/m 9 V/m nication equipment
710, 745, 780 MHz 710, 745, 780 MHz Where P is the maximum output power rat-
ing of the transmitter in watts (W) accord-
28 V/m 28 V/m ing to the transmitter manufacturer, E is the
810, 870, 930, MHz 810, 870, 930, MHz compliance level in V/m and d is the recom-
mended separation distance in meters (m).
28 V/m 28 V/m
Field strengths from field RF transmitters,
1720, 1845, 1970 MHz 1720, 1845, 1970 MHz
as determined by an electromagnetic site
survey(a), should be less than the compli-
28 V/m 28 V/m
ance level in each frequency range(b).
2450 MHz 2450 MHz
Interference may occur in the vicinity of
9 V/m 9 V/m equipment marked with the following sym-
5240, 5500, 5785 MHz 5240, 5500, 5785 MHz bol:

NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorp-
tion and reflection from structures, objects and people.
(a) Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for ratio (cellular/cordless) telephones and
land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicated
theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an
electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which
this device is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, this device should be observed to
verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary,
such as reorienting of relocating this device.
(b) Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
(c) The ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) bands between 0.15 MHz and 80 MHz are 6.765 MHz to 6.795
MHz; 13.553 MHz to 13.567 MHz; 26.957 MHz to 27.283 MHz; and 40.66 MHz to 40.70 MHz.
The amateur radio bands between 0.15 MHz and 80 MHz are 1.8 MHz to 2.0 MHz, 3.5 MHz to 4.0 MHz, 5.3
MHz to 5.4 MHz, 7 MHz to 7.3 MHz, 10.1 MHz to 10.15 MHz, 14 MHz to 14.2 MHz, 18.07 MHz to 18.17
MHz, 21.0 MHz to 21.4 MHz, 24.89 MHz to 24.99 MHz, 28.0 MHz to 29.7 MHz and 50.0 MHz to 54.0 MHz.
Essential Performance
None
Cable List
No. Interface(s): Max. Cable Length, Shielding Cable Classification
1. Probe Cord 1.7 m, Un-shielded Signal Line (Patient-Coupled Cable)

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Treatment Units

Handpieces and Instruments

Endodontic System
Development and Manufacturing
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