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VACUUM STERILIZER - Wolf Laboratories

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3. 60 VENT PROBE RR RR REY ER RE URURUA REPRE 60 ee cues A E DE 60 DOOR GONTROL 5 2 enc veux ves au ess Even rds 60 MXN738 61 DEFAULT SETTINGS FOR PROGRAM 5 61 2 VACUUM SWIFTLOCK FRONTLOAD HEATED 00 61 A3 VACUUM SWIFTLOCK FRONTLOAD DOUBLE amp HEATED JCKT VOO 61 A4 VACUUM SWIFTLOCK FRONTLOAD DOUBLE END NO HEATED 00 61 NOTES 62 mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 4 INTRODUCTION The SWIFTLOCK SECURE TOUCH Touchscreen CLASSIC Sterilizer models are modern functional Benchtop or Floorstanding Autoclave Sterilizers designed with ease of use in mind They use rapid action NEW SWIFTLOCK closure system to give easy and rapid opening of the chamber together with a 5 or 10 Cycle Touchscreen operated control system to facilitate a variety of uses WARNING 61010 In accordance with IEC61010 The safety features and protection for the operator in this equipment are only designed to operate when the equipment is used in the way described in these instructions amp if used in any way not specified such protection may be impaired GENERAL
4. 16 STEAM GENERATOR CONTROLS 36 3 PHASE SUPPLY 16 WATER 36 200 220 3 PHASE SUPPLIES WITHOUT WATER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS 36 NEUTRAL Rm 16 DRAINAGE CONNECTIONS 36 DIRECT STEAM HEATED MODELS 16 STEAM PRESSURE CONTROL e eene 37 MOTOR 16 WATER LEVEL SENSORS 37 STARTING GENERATOR SYSTEM 37 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS eere nennen 18 2 2 38 SECURITY 5 65 18 STEAM GENERATOR BLOW DOWN 39 STEAM GENERATOR SAFETY VALVE TESTING 39 QUICK REFERENCE OPERATION GUIDE 19 SAFETY amp DOOR INTERLOCKS INSPECTION CYCLES WITHOUT LOAD SENSING TIMING 10 40 CYCLES WITH LOAD SENSING TIMING 20 EMERGENCY UNLOCKING 40 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 41 TOUCHSCREEN CONTROL SYSTEM 21 SAFETY VALVE TEST QUICK REFERENCE 41 TECHNICAL SYSTEM OVERVIEW 21 THERM
5. External Steam Heated models om mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE CLASSIC SWIFTLOCK 57 Mxn738 AppendixA Default Settings for Program Parameters The following pages give factory settings for different versions of this machine In each case it is assumed the Unit is fitted with the optional printer A1 Vacuum Swiftlock Frontload amp Heated Jacket v01 For Versions not included here please contact Astell Scientific for advice mxn738 p01ed B amp R 35 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 58 MXN738 Appendix A1 MODEL Vacuum Swiftlock Frontload amp Heated Jacket v01 PARAMETER Fabrics Empty Plastic Fluid Media Glassware Discard Discard P2 P3 P4 P5 PRE VACUUM _ PREVAGUUM gt Holdtime 200mBar 200mBar 200mBar 300mBar 200mBar DrainValve Yes Yes 2 NEGATIVE PULSING Dwelltime 7 3000s 30005 5006 5005 3005 93 1 Jacket Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes POSITIVE PULSING Dwelltime 1505 13008 7 Set Presssure Set Presssure LO Pulse Count 2 X Drain Valve HEAT TO STERILISE Printinterval im tm OvershootsetPt 02 0 00 Drain Vave 1 No No Vacuum Pump No No No No STERILISING RI LISI NG Printinterval im tm tm LressursHi mBa omBar OmBa Temperat
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9. to sterilizer condensate retum Steam Inlet fram Boiler room Vani Sofety vole Guages Condensate trop dnd Pressure Reductig vali dingram below Steam Vapeur exhaust 1 Input Power Connector Minimum Slope 1 20 Must collect water Jaza oj upas Ayddns Adnans Hepe 1 5D Musk net waker Hean Supply l The distance from PR alve to the Srenrilizer input shoud ideally not exceed approx 3 metres Longer lengths here mist use larger diameter pipes to avoid steam flow restriction 2 For langer lengths a second Condensate rentum Tray should fitted immediately before the sterilizer Without this comersed water will bold p in the supply line when maire is otf will be injected into the haber 3 There the seam quality is very wet Separator may be redrnred between the PRovalve and the sterilizer mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 14 Please note that this photo is for illustrative purposes only Actual machines may differ in detail On some models the air inlet hose is already fitted and the RED hose is coiled up at the rear of the cabinet Water Inlet flow rate adjustment valve 3 4 RP Male thread Cold Mains Water Inlet may connect using washing machine type hose 3 Phase Neutral amp protective Earth Power cable Compressed Air Inlet Blowdown Valve for
10. SETTING COOLING LOCKS with LOAD SENSED TIMING OPTION When Load Sense Timing is selected COOLING LOCK TEMPERATURE The LOAD SENSING option when selected changes the COOLING LOCK to a mode which detects the Temperature of the Load itself via the LOAD SENSING PROBE instead of sensing the temperature in the chamber rear wall forming a Dummy Load Set the Cooling Temperature to the actual Temperature of the LOAD at which the Cooling Lock is to RELEASE and allow the door to be opened Itis advisable to err on the Cooler side for safety Because the lock senses the actual load temperature there is no compromise estimation or guesswork required to select the cool lock release temperature Temperature the Sterilizing Timer will START and the cycle will proceed mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOC 47 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q This Screen Contrast wrong The screen is set up for viewing straight on If viewed at an angle the contrast will change The Screen contrast is adjustable See Programming Manual The RCD earth leakage trips in the supply for the machine a keep tripping out The type of heater used in this machine means that Operation from a RCCD residual or earth leakage trip may cause tripping problems This may occur especially if the machine is not operated for some time and is due to moisture ingress to the Inconel Sheathed heaters If this happens connect to
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12. FEATURES OF THE CYCLE STAGES e PREVACUUM Pre Vacuum A vacuum is sucked inside the chamber to a preset level eg 200mBarAbs e VACUUM PULSING NEGATIVE chamber is hot but at a pressure less than ambient A preset pressure eg 800 mBar Abs is attained amp vacuum is drawn inside the chamber to a preset level eg 300mBarAbs e VACUUM PULSING POSITIVE The chamber is hot amp above ambient pressure A preset pressure eg 1800 mBar Abs is attained amp vacuum is sucked inside the chamber to a preset level eg 1050mBarAbs e HEATING TO STERILIZE The chamber heats until the Sterilize Threshold is attained either the chamber or the load reaches set temperature see Load Sensing STERILIZING The Sterilizing Time is started automatically under program control when the system attains the set Temperature or see Load Sensing e STABILIZATION a short delay to allow the system to stabilise befor Sterilizing continues e LOAD SENSED TIMING If Load Sensed Process Timing is fitted and set up correctly then the system will ensure that the load heats to process temperature as quickly as possible and is processed at the set temperature e DRYING For types of Loads that require DRYING a vacuum is applied for a preset time inside the chamber to a preset pressure level typically below 100mBarAbs Drying Time is adjustable e COOLING For Fluid Loads not using drying Cold Water is circulated through the Chamber Jack
13. Fitted Delay Start UNE Yes Jacket Range 3500mBar Overpressure 3600mBar Door Control Single Door D 1second Calibration LoadProbe o Tye Hardware Filter 5 5 0 Open close 1 second Vent probe Seconds Seconds Seconds Seconds NENNEN _ Tye 40 Hardware Filter 5 0 Minimum 400 2 Maximum 10 NENNEN Chamber Pressure _ Jacket Pressure System Probes Fitted Range Power Fail Mode Safe Safety Test Mode 3800mBar Test Frequency 365 days mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 61 Mxn738 AppendixA Default Settings for Program Parameters The following are not included with this edition A2 Vacuum Swiftlock Frontload No Heated Jacket v00 Vacuum Swiftlock Frontload Double End amp Heated Jckt v00 A4 Vacuum Swiftlock Frontload Double End No Heated Jckt v00 738 01 B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 62 Notes Space This space is for your own notes on the system
14. If this continues the Pressure switch should be checked and adjusted please contact your service agent Or Astell Scientific for advice 30 mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 41 LOAD SENSED TIMING Optional extra All Sterilizer loads have Thermal Mass This means that the load will ALWAYS heat up more slowly than the Sterilizer chamber If this is not allowed for in timing of the sterilize Cycle profile the load will not be subject to correct sterilizing conditions ie it will be exposed to the set temperature for too short a time Load Sensed Timing avoids this problem Load Sensed Timing is selected the CYCLE SETTINGS Sterilise Stage by setting which Sensor is used to initiate the Sterilise Time setting a Load Threshold Temperature If set to an appropriate temperature such as 121C then the LOAD SENSED TIMING is ON If this is set to 0 C then the LOAD SENSED TIMING is OFF Please see the Programming manual for full details IMPORTANT The position of the Load sensing Probe is very important The probe must be in the same place for running cycles as it was when the Cycle was commissioned so you will need to set up a laboratory procedure to ensure it is always placed correctly If correctly positioned the LOAD SENSING PROBE detects the temperature within the LOAD and so will ensure that the load experiences the set conditions for the set time If itis just put to
15. PAPER WILL NOT LOAD The Paper end MUST be cut cleanly at the end or it may tear jam and clog the printer mechanism Ensure paper roll is fitted correct way up RIBBON Ribbons must be fitted with the ribbon correctly seated in the slot If the printing becomes faint replace ribbon OVERSIZE PAPER use only Astell supplied or Astell approved paper Alternatives may appear similar but poor paper quality can damage printer or use up ink on ribbon too quickly Paper rolls purchased for Adding Machines and Tills are not suitable and are usually too large They also tend to shed paper fragments into the mechanism and cause premature failures WARRANTY Installation of paper to the printer is outside the manufacturers control Service calls during the warranty period which in view of the manufacturer or agent are caused by the incorrect type use or fitting of paper ribbon may incur service charges SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 34 PRINTER SPARE PARTS Paper Per 58 mm Roll Astell Part SXP374 Ribbon cartridge Astell Part No SXP373 EXTERNAL PRINTER OPTIONS See ADDITIONAL MANUALS provided for particular option mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 45 MAINTAINANCE AND CLEANING STERILISER CLEANING WATER QUALITY AND CLEANLINESS OF THE CHAMBER ARE VITAL TO THE CORRECT OPERATION OF THE SYSTEM This Sterilizer is designed to Heat clean Water in the steam generato
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17. 3 Press Door Button The bolt will unlock 5 Check Gasket is correctly seated and inspect for damage 6 LOAD STERILIZER Notes If Door is closed by accident Door key To Open If handle is rotated to LOCKED position press T CLOSE Cover and rotate handle to lock with door open press DOOR button and return handle to 8 Select Cycle unlocked position 9 Press START Button Cycle will begin 10 When Display Shows COMPLETE at end of cycle press DOOR 11 Door unlocks rotate handle amp Open door AFTER USE CLEANING After unloading Sterilizer always Clean chamber and wash out the leave Cover slightly open when tank regularly as water not in use to avoid compressing gasket Do not add water when cycle is running contaminated with spilt load contents will cause failure and may burn out heaters or block pipework valves or drains mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 20 SWIFTLOCK Secure Touch AUTOFILL STERILIZER QUICK REFERENCE OPERATION GUIDE Cycles With Load Sensing Timing 2 lf display shows Tank water level low add water to Tank 13 If DOOR button is pressed and Door is not opened it will cancel after 10 seconds and will re lock After this to OPEN just press DOOR button Turn Handle amp open door again 3 Press Door Button The bolt will unlock 5 Check Gasket is correctly seated and inspect for damage
18. 6 LOAD STERILIZER Notes If the Cycle requires use of LOAD SENSING Place Load Sensing Probe in position If Door is closed by accident press centre of load Door key To Open If cycle does NOT require use of the Load If handle is rotated to LOCKED Sensing probe place the probe safely to one position with door open press side of the load DOOR button and return handle to unlocked position 7 CLOSE Cover amp rotate handle to lock Select Cycle 9 Press START Button Cycle will begin 10 When Display Shows COMPLETE at end of cycle press DOOR 11 Door unlocks rotate handle amp Open door AFTER USE CLEANING After unloading Sterilizer always Clean chamber and wash out the leave Cover slightly open when tank regularly as water not in use to avoid compressing contaminated with spilt load gasket contents will cause failure and Do not add water when cycle is may burn out heaters or block running pipework valves or drains mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 2 TOUCHSCREEN CONTROL SYSTEM TECHNICAL SYSTEM OVERVIEW The SecureTouch Colour controller provides an LCD full colour display with an LED backlight system The Front of the display is covered by a Glass touchscreeen which is sensitive to the touch of a finger or blunt stylus The system is able to detect the position on the screen that has been touched and can interpret this as if it was a
19. Button Press The controller system is arranged to show number of different screen layouts of information together with the required Buttons shown on the screen as rectangles with bevelled corners When a screen shows button then a press on the button will select that item SCREEN CONTRAST The Screen contrast is adjustable There is a contrast adjustment available in the Main Menu screen System info See Programming manual If the screen has lines or is smudged please advise your Service Engineer DISPLAY SCREEN DAMAGE As with Computer screens generally this screen is made of thin glass layers These are easily damaged if they are impacted by a heavy object or excess pressure is applied to the glass In this case the glass will crack and the display will have to be replaced Note that this will not normally be covered within the warranty Typical View Controller Standby mode 84 5 84 8 mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SYSTEM CONTROLS Power Isolator Switch Turns on AC Mains Power to the system This 15 fitted inside the Power Inlet Compartment for service isolation only Emergency Stop Switch On Front panel This is aKEYRESET Emergency Stop Switch Press in to TURN OFF Turn Key to Release amp TURN ON Cool Lock Thermostat s There may be up to 3 of these and they are sited behind the cabinet panelwork These sense chamber temperature amp are used to
20. The water supply should ideally comply with the following specification Total hardness CaCo Max 2 p p m Caustic alkalinity CaCo Max 300 p p m Total Dissolved solids Max 2000 p p m PH 8 10 Water Supply Connections The water supply is drawn from the internal tank in the sterilizer DRAINAGE CONNECTIONS CONDENSATE There is no separate condensate outlet this is shared with the internal tank in the sterilizer and condensate eventually finds its way out of the main drain outlet BLOWDOWN This controlled by is a manual valve fitted close to the generator It is provided with an outlet pipe to permit blowing down the generator 1 COMBINED WITH MAIN DRAIN OUTLET This is a 35 or 50 mm copper drainage outlet pipe projecting from the rear of the STERILIZER It must be plumbed into a building drain and in normal daily operation carries water with a temperature of up to 60C When the Steam Generator is blown down this requires that the drainage system can cope with water flashing to steam at or above 100C Where the drainage system and regulations allow this arrangement then it is important that venting of the drain lines is adequate to avoid pressure building up in the drainage system Where required by regulations or site requirements the Generator drain may be separate from the main drain please see Steam Generator Manual The outlet pipework should be free draining and have a downward slope of a minimum of
21. error but they are ideally set using a thermocouple t c and digital thermometer with the t c sealed inside the chamber immersed in the liquid load This is quicker and more accurate but is normally carried out by a service or commissioning engineer requiring use of a Thermocouple entry adaptor and details are in the Service Manual mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SETTING CYCLE WITH LOADSENSE TIMING OPTION The Load Sensed Timing system detects the Load temperature and automatically allows for the time lag caused by the load delay in reaching sterilise temperature Set up the system as described above for the system Without Load Sensing but with the following detail changes In STERILISE Stage Cycle Settings a Set the STEHILISE TIME to the Actual STERILISE TIME no extra allowance heat up b Set the LOAD TEMPERATURE to about 1 2 C below the sterilise temperature When the load reaches set Load Temperature the Stabilise time will begin followed by the Sterilizing Timer starting and the cycle will proceed SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 29 MEDIA HOLDWARM If Media Holdwarm is required at the end of the cycle then HOLDWARM should be set to ON in the COOL stage CYCLE SETTINGS The Holdwarm system is designed to allow sterilisation of MEDIA loads with a holding stage during the cooling process that maintains the temperature of the load and chamber warm enough to permit pouring of the melted medi
22. restrict opening with hot fluids See safety interlocks section Water Tank Thermostat This controls the water temperature in the tank and adds cool water flow if it rises above the temperature setting NOTE this is normally set to 26C or below If the water temp is above this the water flow will be continuously ON See further in manual for setting Internal Steam Generator models only Boiler Overtemperature Thermostat Sited inside the cabinet adjacent to the Steam Generator Heaters This takes over control of the heater in the event of water loss or overheating It resets automatically when the temperature falls Boiler Pressure Switch Sited inside the cabinet adjacent to the Steam Generator Heaters This controls the operating pressure of the Steam generator Boiler in normal use by turning the heaters on and off at the set point pressure SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 22 INSTRUMENTATION The function of conventional Instruments is taken by computer sensors and displays shown on the LCD display These readouts are only displayed when necessary in the cycle CHAMBER Temperature Readout At top left of display during running Cycles Accuracy better than 1 0 Deg LOAD SENSED Temperature Readout Alternates with Time on display during running Cycles Accuracy better than 1 0 Deg PRESSURE Readout Display At top right of display during running Cycles Accuracy Better than 0 04 Bar PRE
23. the closure system and interlocks shall be inspected at regular intervals by a competent person and that all operators shall be trained in the use of the Sterilizer controls operating procedures and the function of safety devices DOOR INTERLOCKS The door is held in the Locked position by a y retracting Locking Pin This is fitted with 2 or 3 sensor Pneumatic owitches arranged to enable the heating and control system only when the door is closed and the handle rotated into the locked position With the cover open or not fully locked heating is disabled The locking Bolt system is continually monitored by the control system EMERGENCY UNLOCKING If the door becomes Jammed or in the case of a Power Failure The Door can be manually unlocked WARNING The Chamber Must be cool below 50C is advised and Pressure on Dial Gauge Zero There are two different locking bolts that are fitted on these machines Please ask Astell which version you have Type 1 PNEUMATIC BOLT The instructions on how to open the door vary from model to model and are not provided here These are available from the Astell Service dept on request SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 40 ELECTRICAL SWIFTLOCK SOLENOID BOLT Type 2 the cover panel on the side of the machine on same side as the hinge Look inside and you will see the Locking Bolt as in the photos below OFF power Put your hand inside and withdraw the sliding bo
24. Differential is set to minimum This turns the Main heater contactor on and off to maintain the set pressure When the Main heaters are on the HEATING lamp 1 is illuminated The steam pressure during Heatup is controlled by a Heatup pressure switch which is set to a pressure slightly below the Control Pressure setting The Differential is set to minimum This turns the BOOST heater contactor on and off The effect is that during heatup the power is boosted but just before control the Boost heaters turn off and control is maintained on the main heaters only When the Main heaters are on the HEATING lamp 1 amp HEATING lamp 2 are both illuminated OVERTEMPERATURE CONTROL The system uses a HYDRAULIC THERMOSTAT 2 on Boost Heated models set to about 225 250C with the Adjustment Knob sited inside the cabinet on the side of the HEATER POWER CONNECTION BOX The thermostat has a sensor bulb mounted in a clip clamped above one of the Heater Elements In SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 37 the event of the water level falling low enough to expose the immersion heater elements the temperature of the heater will rise and the thermostat bulb will operate the Thermostat contacts This turns off power to the Heater system The standard arrangement is that the Overtemperature cutout is self resetting Manual Reset cutout versions are available as an optional extra WATER LEVEL SENSORS Water Level is controlled by two F
25. ENTER 333333 SELECT EDIT MACHINE SETTING SELECT TEST CYCLE Background Turns Green TOUCH m 3 Times Return To Main Menu CLOSE amp LOCK DOOR TOUCH START SELECT TEST CYCLE ON MENU TOUCH START To Start Cycle TEST CYCLE IS NOW RUNNING Follow prompts on display At 121c amp 134c Points touch When steam is seen coming from the safety valve outlet touch to advance machine into cooling Note depending on model the safety valve may operate by exhausting a blast of steam or by a continuous steam flow thro the valve LEAVE UNTIL COMPLETE amp THEN OPEN DOOR IF THE SAFETY VALVE DOES NOT OPERATE AT THE STATED PRESSURE IT MUST BE CHECKED AND ADJUSTED BY A QUALIFIED ENGINEER mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic ELECTRICAL FIRE RISK This equipment contains electrical circuitry which carries sufficient energy to cause and sustain a fire Active system Thermal energy input protection amp Over current protection is provided on all appropriate circuits Safety Valve prevents excessive pressure build up The Sterilizer is protected from overheating by an electrical Thermal Cut out sensing Boiler Temperature Temperatures due to the Designed Heat Source s in extreme fault conditions ie not inc fire could exceed 150C internal to the Chamber boiler The user must satisfy himself that the equipment is suitable to process the load This equipment shou
26. OPERATION amp LOG BOOK Although the safety record of laboratory Sterilizers is good remember at all times that they store considerable potential energy and should be treated with respect and care If correctly used and cared for your Sterilizer will give you long and safe service Pay proper attention to regular maintenance Never force the locking mechanism or operate the machine with any leaks or incorrectly operating parts Report any defects to your Supervisor If deterioration or defects are noticed record them in a log book and contact our Service Department Record also the results of annual and periodic inspections Every 4 to 6 weeks is recommended Check the logbook before you start using the machine as someone else may have recorded a fault of which you are not aware DOCUMENT ISSUES AND DETAILS Date Issue Detailsof changes and revisions amp MR amp Edition software issues amp notes P01 ed mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Original issue Vacuum 5 10 B amp R Vacuum basic doc mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 5 SAFETY VALVE TESTING This machine contains a Safety Valve PRESSURE RELIEF SAFETY VALVE To comply with typical safety regulations this must be kept in a serviceable condition and it must also be regularly tested Test periods depend upon local regulations however Astell Scientific advise that the Safety Valve should be tested every 3 m
27. OR LIQUID CYCLE 27 ELECTRICAL FIRE RISK 6 FLUID WASTE DESTRUCT CYCLE 27 CLIMATIC CONDITIONS 6 SELECTING AN AIRPURGE TIME 27 BATTERY 6 LOADING amp PLASTIC 85 27 ELECTRICAL FIRE RISK 6 SELECTING STERILIZE TEMPERATURE 27 7 SELECTING STERILIZE 27 POSITIONING 7 COOLING LOCK 28 DISTANCE FROM 1 5 7 SETTING CYCLE WITH LOADSENSE TIMING 5 7 OPTION ECCL 29 MEDIA 29 INSTALLATION 8 PRESSURE SWITCH INTERLOCK 30 POWER WATER amp 8 Air WATER STEAM DRAINAGE SERVICES 8 LOAD SENSED TIMING OPTIONAL EXTRA 31 5 2 2 2 8 COOLING LOCKS 31 COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY eene 8 LOAD SENSED TIMING 31 PIPEWORK CONNECTIO
28. PROGRAMMABLE COOLING LOCK You should have Set the PRESET COOL LOCK THERMOSTAT dial to Minimum The load will cool down slower than the Chamber Temperature Display Monitor the load temperatures on the Recorder Indicator and note down the Displayed CHAMBER TEMPERATURE at the moment when the HOTTEST part of the load has cooled to temperature safe to handle Call this CYCLE COOL LOCK TEMP 10 PRESET COOL LOCK THERMOSTAT It is important to Correctly Adjust the PRESET COOLING LOCK THERMOSTAT However it can only be set to One Temperature which should be that required for the worst case Cycle from a point of view of operator safety Monitor the load temperature as it cools and when it falls below a safe temperature to handle usually 80C rotate the PRESET COOLING LOCK SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOC 45 THERMOSTAT KNOB Clockwise very slowly until the display changes to show The reaction time of the system may be up to 10 seconds so carry out this in small steps of 2C at a time waiting 10 seconds between steps Leave the dial in the finished COMPLETE position Record the reading of the knob on the dial against the scale for future reference purposes This will normally be somewhere below 80 probably around 55C as the chamber wall cools much faster than the load but slower than the chamber temperature display 11 COMPLETION of CYCLE Unload the Sterilizer and submit any test strips to examination Incu
29. This is suitable for processing laboratory waste petri dishes tubes jars bottles etc These must be in a shallow open container and not sealed plastic bag SELECTING AN AIRPURGE TIME Suggested Airpurge settings FLUIDS IN UNSEALED CONTAINERS et the Airpurge period between amp 15 minutes FLUIDS WASTE DESTRUCT Set the Airpurge period to 7 20minutes T AIRPURGE TIMES Airpurge times longer than 15 minutes on an unloaded or lightly loaded chamber may cause problems with boiling Dry Long times are usually only necessary with full loads Open load containers without drain holes which can collect and trap condensate from draining back down to the chamber base can retain water causing boiling dry Long Airpurge times can mean excessive heating in the condensate bottle and potential hazards from steam and condensation Please ensure that the load and containers match the selected cycle LOADING amp PLASTIC BAGS Note that the worst loads for air removal are Loads in Plastic bags Loads with lots of small spaces like PETRI dishes small bottles etc These will always need a longer Airpurge period Best performance is obtained when Plastic bags are not used if it is in a plastic bag this should not be sealed and the top must be opened up completely and ideally rolled down so that the maximum area of the load is exposed to the steam without the top of the bag getting in the way Th
30. VALVE CLEARANCE FUNCTIONAL TEST Remove rear panel sidepanel to gain access to safety valve on generator Consult Astell if not sure of where this valve is positioned Operate safety valve lever for 1 2 seconds Steam should discharge normally through safety valve outlet FULL OPERATIONAL TEST With Sterilizer on standby ready not during a cycle e Remove rear panel and locate the CONTROL PRESSURE SWITCH for the generator e Read pressure switch setting and Record for future resetting Adjust setting to above 6 5 Bar Allow pressure to rise When pressure reaches between 6 0 6 5 Bar the safety valve should vent steam amp It should close again before 6 0 Bar IF THE SAFETY VALVE DOES NOT OPEN amp VENT AT THE STATED PRESSURE IT MUST BE CHECKED AND ADJUSTED BY A QUALIFIED ENGINEER e Once the valve has operated correctly Re Adjust pressure switch setting to setting previously recorded e Allow to Cool to normal set pressure Check that Steam Generator returns to control at the normal pressure Do NOT operate the machine until the Steam Pressure is at the normal operating setting mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SAFETY amp DOOR INTERLOCKS INSPECTION This Sterilizer is fitted with safety interlocks to prevent the opening of the Cover when the chamber is pressurised and to prevent pressurization if the Cover is not fully closed The U K Health and Safety regulations stipulate that
31. WATER PRESENT IN THE BOILER E G AFTER A BLOWDOWN 1 Ensure that the water supply is operating correctly 2 Turn on the Sterilizer 3 Turn on the HEAT switch on the Steam Generator control panel 4 The Feed pump may heard to take on water 5 The Low Water lamp will light and buzzer may sound 6 The LOW WATER lamp will turn off Feed Pump continues The heaters will turn ON Feed Pump stops Temp amp Pressure will rise in the steam generator to the Control set Pressure N DO NOT RUN CYCLE UNTIL THE STEAM PRESSURE HAS REACHED SET OPERATING PRESSURE SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 38 MAINTENANCE The European PED and many similar regulatory regimes require the user to set out and comply with a formally agreed maintenance procedure This information is provided in good faith to assist this process but it is the user s responsibility to ensure that all statutory regulations are complied with BLOWDOWN Carry out the Blowdown procedure as described at the intervals agreed with your Service Agent or in agreement with Astell Scientific WEEKLY Check operation of Steam Generator safety valve By operating handle on valve 3 MONTHLY Check operation of safety valve as above Carry out Blowdown procedure mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic Steam Generator Blow Down Blowdown is the process of blowing out a portion of liquid boiler contents under partial pressure intende
32. one side of the chamber instead of in the load then Fluid Loads will experience only a very short time at Sterilise temperature or may not reach Steriising at all SPECIAL LOAD SENSORS The Load sensor provided with this system is a 5mm 6mm Dia flexible type This may be too stiff or solid to use for some loads Alternative probes May be available Please consult Service dept or your dealer COOLING LOCKS AND LOAD SENSED TIMING Selection of the LOAD SENSED TIMING function in a LIQUID or WASTE DESTRUCT Cycle also implements a LOAD SENSED COOLING LOCK for that cycle In this case the COOLING LOCK senses and acts upon the actual Load temperature The Cooling Stages operate normally but the COMPLETE stage cannot be reached until the load and hence the LOAD SENSING PROBE has cooled to a temperature below the COOLING LOCK TEMPERATURE set for that Cycle Set the Cycle COOLING LOCK TEMPERATURE to the actual Temperature of the LOAD at which the Cooling Lock is to RELEASE and allow the door to be opened Itis advisable to err on the Cooler side for safety mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 32 OPTIONAL PRINTERS PRINTER INDEPENDANCE Please note that the fitted printer is not independent amp has no separate sensors or intelligence it records from the control sensors and prints the same data as available on the display If your QA requirements dictate that the printer gives a totall
33. repeat the fitting Re load the paper as described above SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 43 OPERATION OF PRINTER Please note that the print is not visible immediately after printing since the point at which the printing occurs is a few mm inside the case amp hence may be out of view Printing is automatic whenever it is required by the Cycle Cycle Progress is printed automatically as the cycle runs All relevant events are printed such as otart information Cycle selected Cycle details Temperatures pressures amp Times etc Cycle No Stage Changes Manual Stage Changes or operator intervention Faults if amp when they occur Completion details and Time etc PRINTER PAPER FEED To advance the paper Press the PAPER FEED button provided on the printer This is also useful to check that the paper is feeding properly PAPER TEAR OFF Press the PAPER FEED Key to move the paper end up Hold the end of the paper firmly and pull gently at right angles towards the toothed edge of the paper slot with the sharp teeth to tear the paper Do not pull the paper straight out of the printer mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic Printer PROBLEMS Most Printer Faults are due to the paper or ribbon being incorrectly installed or use of incorrect paper or ribbons PRINTING VERY FEINT Replace Printer Ribbon CENTRE OF PRINT BLURRED OR MISSING Ribbon incorrectly installed with ribbon out of slot in centre
34. requires that it is installed in accordance with the instruction manual provided This information is supplied for additional guidance The autoclave shown is an example only amp does not represent any particular model All pipework positions are typical only and may differ from model to model connections are labelled for identification 7 D J D G O gt lt m gt L qi J C A 2 in CP i 5 Ex D Z I Ca E C Md c E ca tt Water THIS MUST BE CONNECTED TO BLOWDOWN TANK OR EXHAUST SAFELY amp EXTERNAL TO THE BUILDING BLOWDOWN VALVE Minimum Slope 1 50 Must not collect water EXHAUST CONDENSATE amp WATER OUTLET 835mm K RATING PLATE WITH SERIAL NUMBER FEMALE 3 4 BSP CONNECTOR CONNECTED TO MAINS COLD WATER SUPPLY COOLING WATERINLET HOSE WITH COMPRESSED AIR INLET NYLON AIRLINE HOSE Example shows Swiftlock Topload VACUUM Model AMA250 AMA260 OR AMA270 WITH OPTION 002 mxn738 p01ed B amp R 25 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK EXHAUST VENT This MUST be routed to the outside of the building or to a purpose designed extraction system to remove the steam outflow It Must be free venting amp installed with a slope minimum 1 50 so that it is self draining along the whole length to prevent blockage by water Note on special models the Exhaust maty be sited h
35. the machine when operating The steam pressure in the line will fall when the machine is HEATING UP or FREESTEAMING F SUPPLY CONDENSATE RETURN Steam Heated Models Only The steam Supply line must be properly installed If provision is not made to automatically drain off the condensate that forms in the supply line the autoclave will draw in large quantities of water amp this will stop the Sterilising action and may cause damage Warning On new steam systems or those that have cooled beware condensate build up lines which may cause water hammer amp damage valves and instruments Correct installation and oteam Trap arrangements will avoid this G DRIP TRAY DRAIN Not present on Vertical models Fitted only to Front Load models SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK This is a separate plastic pipe 13mm internal bore emerging from the rear of the machine This carries away water that trickles into the driptray beneath the door It should be led to a suitable drain Below the level of the Driptray Do not connect to the Autoclave drain without a trap or suitable U Bend or similar as this may cause hazardous blow backs if pressure develops in the drain As this water is generally fairly clean a simple loose connection to a separate drain will suffice or bucket or container may beadequate if drainage cannot be arranged H MAINS WATER INLET This is a 3 4RP male inlet It can be connected using a Plastic washing mach
36. 0 440 Volt 3 Phase Power Supply is connected as shown in drawing at the back of this manual The Three Phase Supply must be a balanced 3 phase type 2 phase single phase supplies must not be used The neutral line must not have a fuse or trip in the circuit Astell can provide special versions to order for supplies which have no neutral supply Under no circumstances must the EARTH be used in place of a Neutral MODELS FOR 200 240 VOLT This is option requires no Neutral supply Connect as described above but omit the Neutral connection The internal electronics uses a 220 supply derived from two Phases 200 220v via an internal Isolating Transformer DIRECT STEAM HEATED MODELS Direct Steam Heated Machines Power Input wiring arrangements are the same as Electrically heated models but with a lower operating current No power is needed for the heaters The power operates just Pumps Motors amp control system The Phases must be connected in the correct order to ensure the pumps etc run in the correct direction If in doubt check function of the Vacuum pump and reverse any two of the three phases if it fails to draw a vacuum mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 17 Connect 3 Phase Power cable as shown in this Photo Diagram 3 Phase Lines Neutral and Protective Ground Three Pole Power Switch Earth Terminal Neutral Terminals Neutral Wire Protective Ea
37. 1 in 50 and should not be reduced in diameter If the length is to exceed 10 metres the whole of the length of mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic drain pipework should be increased in diameter by at least one size 2 SEPARATE GENERATOR BLOWDOWN DRAIN This is 1 15mm outlet from the drain Blowdown valve It is separate to keep blowdown steam away from the main drain Arrangement of this outlet to a suitable drain is dependant upon local regulations Typically It should be connected to a suitable blowdown tank or similar arrangement to permit safe discharge of high temperature pressurised contents Care should be exercised to ensure that any such blowdown arrangement complies with all relevant building safety and insurance regulations IMPORTANT If in any doubt about the regulatory requirements of the installation on this subject please consult Astell Scientific or your local agent Steam Pressure Control The steam pressure is controlled by a single pressure switch mounted inside the sterilizer cabinet which is set to the desired pressure The Differential is set to minimum This turns the heater contactor on and off To maintain the set pressure When the Main heaters are on the HEATING lamp is illuminated Boost System optional The steam pressure during standby control is controlled by a Control pressure switch mounted inside the sterilizer cabinet which is set to the desired running pressure The
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40. 4 135C or 136C 3 mins 3 mins 10 mins 10 mins 15 mins 15 mins 30 mins 30 mins LOAD SENSED TIMING Option see Load Sensed Timing Sterilise Time Set the Sterilise Time to the desired exposure time At the sterilise temp Allowance For Extra Sterilise Time For Load To Reach Sterilise Temp Fluids Loads normally require an allowance for extra time for heat up as they suffer from high thermal inertia the LOAD SENSED TIMING option is not used an allowance is needed for the time taken for the load to catch up with the chamber temperature Extra time should be added to the Sterilise time to compensate Sterilise Temperature oet to the desired Sterilise Temperature Stabilise Time Set to between 1 and 5 minutes COOLING The COOL parameter Must be set to COOL 1 COOLING LOCK S These will need to be set up for optimum opreation however as a Starting Point Set Cooling Lock Thermostat to 80C for safety oet Cycle Cooling Lock temperature to 80C Please see SETTING UP AND COMMISSIONING SECTION for more info SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 28 COOLING LOCK SETTING During cooling inside the chamber the load cools slower than the chamber temperature and gives up heat to the chamber walls This means that the chamber will reach 80C before the load so unless load sensed timing is fitted on the cooling lock setting will need to be BELOW the temperature It is possible to set the cooling locks by trial and
41. D button Paper Roll Path mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic For best operation use only Astell Scientific Supplied paper and ribbons Incorrect loading causes many expensive service call outs Please ensure that the paper loading method described here is used Do not tear always cut the paper with a sharp pair of scissors a likely cause of problems is the introduction of paper fragments produced when paper is torn CHANGING PRINTER RIBBON First remove paper from the printer Open the Printer Front panel Press in on the Plastic Tab shown in the view below This releases the two halves of the front panel so that the front cover can swing away from the printer itself The Printer Ribbon is the small black L shaped cassette that sits below the paper inlet slot Grasp at both ends and pull firmly away from the printer assy To fit the new ribbon Hold the new Ribbon Cassette by the ends and rotate the small wheel using the tip of a Biro Pen in the direction shown by the arrow on the cassette This tensions the ribbon Place the New Ribbon Cassette in position on the mechanism Press the Larger end with the Wheel down gently until the clutch engages then press the other end down until seated correctly Press PAPER FEED for 5 10 seconds to align the ribbon in the slot The ribbon should run neatly in the slot provided If the ribbon is distorted and above the slot remove amp re tension the ribbon and
42. EAM GENERATOR STEAM GENERATOR CONTROLS POWER ISOLATOR SWITCH Turns on power to the machine shared with main machine OVER TEMPERATURE cutout This is sited to the rear behind the panel STEAM Pressure Control This is sited to the rear behind the panel HEAT SWITCH Turns on power supply to Heater system POWER lamp Shows power on to control system HEATING Lamp 1 Shows power is on to Main Heaters HEATING Lamp 2 Optional LOW WATER Lamp Shows water level is too low amp power is off to Heaters LOW WATER Buzzer Optional audible alarm GENERATOR PRESSURE GAUGE 100mm Pressure Gauge Dial Bourdon pressure gauge Accuracy 1 Circular BLOWDOWN DRAIN valve This 1 the hand valve accessed from the lower rear of the machine The exhaust from this valve is directed into the main outlet drain Or to a separate Blowdown Outlet pipe SAFETY VALVE This is the safety Valve protecting the Generator It exhausts downward at the rear towards the floor A AT o GOO d i Jacket Pressure Chamber Pressure Steam Generator Pressure Main Power Isolator Switch Steam Generator Controls SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 36 Water Supply The quality of water will affect the operation and life of the elements Where hard water is used the elements will require frequent replacement or descaling
43. NAL STEAM 55 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC 56 SWIFTLOCK JACKET AND INTERNAL STEAM GENERATOR 545 vida 56 SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 3 738 APPENDIXA 57 DEFAULT SETTINGS FOR PROGRAM PARAMETERS 57 THE FOLLOWING PAGES GIVE FACTORY SETTINGS FOR DIFFERENT VERSIONS OF THIS MACHINE 57 57 A1 VACUUM SWIFTLOCK FRONTLOAD amp HEATED 01 57 A2 VACUUM SWIFTLOCK FRONTLOAD NO HEATED JACKET VODO rrr 57 VACUUM SWIFTLOCK FRONTLOAD DOUBLE END amp HEATED JCKT VO0 57 A4 VACUUM SWIFTLOCK FRONTLOAD DOUBLE END NO HEATED JCKT VO0 57 FOR VERSIONS NOT INCLUDED HERE PLEASE CONTACT ASTELL SCIENTIFIC FOR ADVICE 57 MXN738 APPENDIX 1 58 MXN738 APPENDIX 1 58 MODEL VACUUM SWIFTLOCK FRONTLOAD amp HEATED 01 58 MACHINE SETTINGS e enne nnn nnn 60 VACUUM SWIFTLOCK WITH HEATED JACKET 60 OPTIONS 60 Ese ERE ME 60 52550200540
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45. NS 8 PIPEWORK INSTALLATION NOTES 10 OPTIONAL 5 32 PIPEWORK INSTALLATION NOTES 13 INTERNAL PRINTER OPTION 32 POWER 15 CHANGING PRINTER RIBBON 33 POWER SUPPLY INLET CABLE 15 OPERATION OF PRINTER 33 VOLTAGE RATING 15 PRINTER 65 34 SWITCHED FUSED SUPPLY ISOLATOR 15 PRINTER SPARE PARTS 34 RCCD RCD RESIDUAL TRIPS 15 EXTERNAL PRINTER OPTIONS 34 amp EARTH LEAKAGE TRIPS 15 UK REGULATIONS amp PAT TESTING 15 MAINTAINANCE AND 35 MAINS LEAD WIRE COLOURS 15 STERILISER CLEANING 35 FUSE OR CONTACT BREAKER RATINGS 16 CABINET AND GENERAL CLEANING 35 POWER SUPPLY SUPPRESSION 16 CHAMBER CLEANING 35 380 440 VOLT 3 PHASE SUPPLY 16 STEAM GENERATOR 36 MODELS FOR 200 240 VOLT
46. NSTRUCTIONS This Sterilizer Is designed and intended for a very wide range of loads and process cycles It is not possible this manual to encompass every possible cycle or load requirement that may be encountered General principles are provided with a selection of examples and explanations It is to be expected that certain X amount experimentation may be required before the most suitable process cycle or method of loading can be arrived at Astell Scientific approved agents are able to offer advice and assistance setting up commissioning this Sterilizer Please consult Astell Scientific or your supplier if necessary SECURITY PASSWORDS The System protects from unauthorised use by security Password codes The Factory Set numbers are 111111 222222 333333 444444 Operator Supervisor Site Engineer Astell Engineer If in doubt Consult Your Supplier mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 19 SWIFTLOCK Secure Touch AUTOFILL STERILIZER QUICK REFERENCE OPERATION GUIDE Cycles Without Load Sensing Timing Check that display Power is On 12 Open door fully amp unload chamber 2 If display shows Tank water level low add water to Tank 4 Turn Handle amp open door 13 If DOOR button is pressed and Door is not opened it will cancel after 10 seconds and will re lock After this to OPEN just press DOOR button again
47. OCOUPLE ACCESS 42 SYSTEM CONTROLS een 22 LOAD SENSING PT100 SENSORS 42 22 SAFETYINTERLOCKS mmm 23 EU el mee ENERO 43 COVER CLOSURE SYSTEM INTERLOCKS 24 INTERNAL SYSTEM FUSES 5 43 SWIFTLOCK ROTARY CLOSURE 24 FUSE REPLACEMENT 43 HEATING 5 5 24 TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM 24 mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic COMMISSIONING AND CYCLE SETTING 44 TEMPERATURE RECORDER OR DATA LOGGER iecore raa aa lou Du 44 SETTING TIMES AND PARAMETERS WITHOUT LOAD SENSED TIMING 44 SETTING PARAMETERS 46 WITH LOAD SENSED TIMING 46 SETTING COOLING LOCKS witH LOAD SENSED TIMING 46 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 47 SPARE PARTS AND SERVICE 49 CERTIFICATION 50 PRESSURE TEMPERATURE CORRELATION 51 FLOW SCHEMATIC DRAWING 53 ELECTRICALLY HEATED INT STEAM 53 FLOW SCHEMATIC DRAWINGS 55 EXTER
48. Power Input Box The Cable should pass through the cutout provided in the lower edge of the Power Input Box allowing the panel to be removed for access Steam Heted models use a connection to a CEE22 power inlet connector VOLTAGE RATING PLATE Before attempting an installation consult the SERIAL NUMBER RATING PLATE fitted to the machine which gives supply type and voltage requirements Consult the SERIAL No VOLTAGE RATING PLATE Sited at the rear of the machine or on some models near the front to one side The STERILIZER is normally delivered with the supply arrangement to suit the voltage and supply specified at the time of ordering ALL Voltages are measured phase to phase SWITCHED FUSED SUPPLY ISOLATOR The Power must be fed from an EXTERNAL SWITCHED FUSED ISOLATOR This must be sited within 1 Metre of the machine Wiring Drawings Please see the drawings at the rear of this manual for Electrical Wiring amp connection details RCCD RCD RESIDUAL TRIPS amp EARTH LEAKAGE TRIPS The type of heater used in this machine means that Operation from RCCD residual or earth leakage trip may cause tripping problems This may occur especially if the machine is not operated for some time and is due to moisture ingress to the Inconel Sheathed heaters If this happens connect to a non protected supply and run for 5 10 cycles Then revert to Protected supply If the tripping then continues please consult the manufac
49. SCLAIMER The manufacturers or their agents cannot accept responsibility for damage that may be caused pressurised supplies amp inlet gases exhaust gases water or condensate should the machine be operated other than in accordance with the instructions in the provided operating manuals or if the Pipework system is modified misused blocked or obstructed by use of non approved alternative spare parts Astell Scientific are not liable for the performance of or problems or damage cause d by pipework and supplies which are installed by third parties out of the control of Astell Scientific mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic INSTALLATION SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK g B EXHAUST VENT Separate Vent is strongly advised but where no separate vent pipe can be provided the connection to the drain must include an air break to avoid back suction POWER WATER amp DRAINAGE Air WATER STEAM DRAINAGE SERVICES amp CONNECTIONS Compressed Air Supply This machine requires a compressed air supply C SAFETY VALVE The Safety Valve exhausts vertically downwards at the rear of the machine close to the floor When it operates a large volume of low velocity steam will be produced The Safety Valve must not be connected to any other pipework or altered in any way Please see other references in this manual to SAFETY VALVE TESTING This is connected via a 6mm Plastic air line at the rear of the ma
50. SSURE Gauge CHAMBER Dial Bourdon pressure gauge at front of machine Accuracy Better than 5 PRESSURE Gauge STEAM GENERATOR Dial Bourdon pressure gauge at front of machine Accuracy Better than 5 PRESSURE Gauge JACKET Dial Bourdon pressure gauge at front of machine Accuracy Better than 5 TIMING Various timing functions are displayed on the screen in Mins Secs INSTRUMENTATION CHECK In Standby Ready state with door shut the system displays the current measured variables FAULTS Should there be an instrumentation problem a monitor system detects out of range values and reports them via the FAULT system mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SAFETY INTERLOCKS PRESSURE INTERLOCK Preset to less than 40 15 Bar this is an independent electrical interlock operated by a precision pressure switch preventing the electrical release of the Closure lock if the chamber is pressurised OVERPRESSURE CUTOUT This is preset to approx 3 00 BarG 4 00 BarAbs Above the safety valve point amp operated by the electronics control software If the pressure sensed by the controller pressure transducer exceeds this level which suggests safety valve problems then the heating is shut down a warning shown and a fault condition generated TEMPERATURE INTERLOCKS COOLING LOCKS There are two or 3 Cooling Locks to prevent the Sterilizer being opened with a Liquid Load under unsafe conditions There are two c
51. Steam Main Exhaust Drain Overflow Minimum Pressure 4 0 Bar Generator Boiler Typically 6 8 bar Lockable On some models this may be N Do Not Connect Direct provided with a length of Red To Drainage System nylon air hose 35 mm diameter copper Connect to building drain as drawing below mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 15 POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY INLET CABLE PLEASE NOTE Electrically heated models are Not supplied As Standard with a fitted Power Supply Cable but this may be supplied at the option of the manufacturer or as an optional extra if ordered separately This Machine Must be installed witha 3 phase 5 core mains supply cable ideally provided with a standard type Industrial High Current plug The Cable should preferably be of the heavy duty SY type Double Vinyl covered and protected by a woven metal braid The STERILIZER has been tested in the configuration in which it is delivered from the factory Details of the Supply Voltage and the Current rating etc are given on the Serial Number Rating Plate attached to the machine Cable Alteration Should it be necessary to Fit or alter the supply cable to suit local regulations or arrangements the new power supply cable should be arranged flexible conduit or use similar suitably protected power cable rated to carry the Maximum Current per Phase as specified on the Rating plate The connections are made to Terminals in the
52. TERILIZE TIME to the Actual DESIRED STERILIZE TIME COOLING LOCK Temperature to 100C PROGRAMMABLE oet COOLING LOCK INTERNAL PRESET THERMOSTAT Record any setting for future reference then Set to minimum dial LOAD SENSING Set To ON in Cycle profile Set Load temperature to the same as the STERILIZING TEMP Carry out stages 1 to 5 as described above for normal cycles without Load sensing In place of stage 6 The Chamber Temperature will heat to the Set Sterilizing Temperature The Sterilizing timer is stopped When the load reaches the Set SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOC 46 It is not necessary to note down any value or time Omit Stage 7 completely the cycle will proceed under automatic control Carry out stages 8 9 10 11 as described above Log in as Site engineer Go to Customer Cycle edit Enter the CYCLE VALUES into the Cycle Stages Settings AIRPURGE TIME Set to the time measured from the start of the AIRPURGE Period to all points in the load reaching 95 AIRPURGE TIME Initial set AIRPURGE Time 1 minutes STERILIZE TIME Leave this Set to the time entered as STERILIZING TIME during the above test However If the results of the measurements indicate that for one or more of the load points measured the time spent above the ideal sterilizing Temperature would be only just sufficient for Sterilization then the Sterilizing time may be increased a little to suit
53. a The media will be kept warm for up to 48 Hrs The Autoclave may be set to operate overnight with a Media Load in the knowledge that it will contain a useable load when opened in the morning or later in the day Holdwarm takes place between COOLING and COMPLETE When the Complete Conditions are met as described above if selected the system goes instead to the HOLDWARM stage TO ENABLE HOLDWARM In each FLUIDS PROGRAM where Holdwarm is required set Holdwarrm to ON Yes and set the required Holdwarm temperature Note do not confuse HOLDWARM with MEDIA WARMING PROGRAMS MEDIA WARMING is specifically to heatup cold media without sterilizing mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK PRESSURE SWITCH INTERLOCK Should the Fault system indicate a Pressure switch fault This usually indicates a bad adjustment or Drift in the Pressure Switch The Pressure switch should release at approx 0 15 Bar Gauge Due to age or stress this setting may drift The system monitors this switch as a safety feature to prevent opening the chamber if the pressure exceeds 0 15Bar Observe the Pressure and Temperature displays If A the Pressure displayed is close to Atmospheric pressure eg around OBar And B the temperature is near to room temperature And The door cannot be opened then the Pressure switch may be out of adjustment It may resolve itself if left for 1 2 hrs to cool down
54. a non protected supply and run for 5 10 cycles Then revert to Protected supply If the tripping then continues please consult the manufacturer Why cannot operate a control and Fast Exhaust the steam when want to action would however probably be dangerous and could be in breach of health and safety legislation Firstly the amount of teanm produced when a chamber pressurised to 120C is exhausted is very large and constitutes a serious hazard Unless special high temperature exhaust pipework is installed in the building to take this exhaust away top a safe discharge then this would be unsafe If the load being processed contained any fluids then the action of exhausting the steam from 120C would cause all the fluid load to flash boil This would cause the load to violently boil over amp empty the load contents into the chamber which quickly will gum up the valves and pipework Also if such a load was removed aven after it had appeared to stop boiling over then it would be very likely to flash boil again into the face of the user carrying the load have locked the Handle when Open Press the DOOR button follow instructions and rotate the handle to the Unlocked position Power On but Display does not light Check that the Power Switch is ON For Emergency Stop switches Use the key to release the Button to the ON position Check that the unit is plugged in and there is power available at the Mains Socket f these are a
55. bation etc These should all indicate satisfactory sterilization If this is not the case it is possible that steam penetration into the load is restricted by load Packaging Plastic bags boxes or Paper Wraps are possible culprits or air is remaining in the load The loading technique may require modification Try a smaller number of items per container different containers Wrapping or bags and ensure that any bags have the tops opened before autoclaving or consult the Manufacturer for advice on improving the steam penetration ENTERING THE VALUES THAT YOU HAVE DETERMINED Log in as Site engineer Go to Customer Cycle edit Enter the CYCLE VALUES into the Cycle Stages Settings STERILIZING TEMPERATURE has already been set at the start of the test and does not need to be changed Leave it as it 1 To ensure that sterilizing conditions are met the temperatures should all be amended as follows to allow for calibration tolerances before setting into the profile AIRPURGE TIME Set to the time measured from the start of airpurge Period to all points in the load reaching 95C at this moment the display was Recorded as T1 AIRPURGE TIME Original Time Set T1 minutes e g was Display 2 00 then 8 min 2min 6minutes airpurge time to set in Cycle profile STERILIZE TIME Set to the total of the time taken for the load to catch up to sterilize temperature added to the desired Steri
56. chine The air must be Dry and Oil Free Air Pressure Minimumz Maximumz Flow Rate PIPEWORK CONNECTIONS A EXHAUST The exhaust outlet will produce steam and condensate Connect the outlet pipe to a suitable drain using the largest pipe bore available provided with a suitable air vent to the outside above the level of the machine to vent the exhaust steam and to avoid air locks which may result in contaminated effluent being drawn back during cooling Pipework Temperature Capability The drainage pipework must be capable of carrying condensate at temperatures up to about Note If the pipework will not withstand the temperatures involved the manufacturer cannot accept responsibility for any damage that may be caused by hot exhaust gases or condensate see below D AIR INLET FILTER his fitted into a screwed inlet socket sited behind the machine panelwork Replacement filters are available from Astell E BLOWDOWN VALVE models with internal Steam generator only BLOWDOWN VALVE permits the STEAM GENERATOR BOILER to be drained and also to be blown down to remove scale and debris for cleaning purposes This is at the rear of the autoclave fitted with a lever action hand valve The valve is shut when the handle is at RIGHT ANGLES to the pipe This MUST be connected to Either 1 Asuitably designed BLOWDOWN VESSREL 2 An external blowdown pipe exhausting to free air above a drain This will produc
57. d parts such as the centre of stainless steel buckets In this case the very centre of each container should be monitored with the sensor inside a load item e g a Petri dish Other points throughout the load may be monitored depending on how many thermocouple sensors are available If desired sterilizing monitor tapes or spore strips may be distributed throughout the load LOAD SENSING OPTION The Process to determine the Time Settings differs if LOAD SENSED TIMING Option is fitted and selected If it is available on your machine you must decide whether it is necessary or desirable to use it or to select the simpler timing system You should choose to use this if the heatup time of the load may vary from cycle to cycle e g if the size of loads varies widely LOAD SENSED TIMING SELECTED amp FITTED Please See later section LOAD SENSED TIMING NOT FITTED Please follow the instructions below SETTING TIMES AND PARAMETERS WITHOUT LOAD SENSED TIMING 1 Select the desired CYCLE and set values as follows AIRPURGE TIME For loads which require long AIRPURGE 30 min see AIRPURGE above For loads which DO NOT need a long AIRPURGE 10 min see AIRPURGE above STERILIZE TIME 60 minutes STERILIZE TEMPERATURES For loads which are NOT Temperature Sensitive it is recommended that the temperature is set to approx 2 to 3 Deg above the temperature at which sterilizing is required This will help to speed up the process and to e
58. d to help reduce the build up of sludge and scale in the generator HOW OFTEN TO BLOWDOWN Typical blowdown frequencies range from 1 per day to 1 per 20 days depending upon site conditions Please consult the manufacturer for advice WARNING Blowdown can be hazardous Before attempting blowdown ensure that all procedures and arrangements for a safe Blowdown have been carried out particularly that the drainage system is safe and designed to accept the steam and hot water produced by the blowdown As the performance of this task is outside our control Astell Scientific or its agents cannot be responsible for any loss or damage caused by the user as a result of a blowdown operation 1 Turn OFF the HEAT switch and allow pressure to fall to approx 0 6 Bar 7 10 PSI OR Carry out Startup procedure and when pressure reaches approx 0 6 Bar 7 10 PSI turn OFF HEAT switch 2 Open the BLOWDOWN VALVE for approx 5 seconds 3 Close the BLOWDOWN VALVE 4 Turn ON the HEAT switch This is then ready for normal operation Special BLOWOWN VESSELS are available to safely capture the contents of the steam generator If your machine has one of these please consult ASTELL for more detailed instructions SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 39 Steam Generator Safety Valve Testing On many installations this discharges out onto the floor so keep away from the rear of the machine and warn other people of the resulting noise
59. e E SAFETY VALVE TESTING ASTELL SCIENTIFIC advise that the safety valve musty be regularly tested At intervals of NOT MORE THAN 3 MONTHS NOTE There is a hand operated actuator on the safety valve which allows it to be manually triggered for testing This is NOT adequate as a test of the safety valve This must be done by operating the machine with a suitable Cycle IMPORTANT THE MACHINE MUST BE ATTENDED ALL TIMES UNTIL TEST IS COMPLETED TOUCH 5 SELECT SETTINGS TOUCH m SELECT SITE ENGINEER ENTER 333333 SELECT EDIT MACHINE SETTING SELECT TEST CYCLE Background Turns Green TOUCH m 3 Times Return To Main Menu CLOSE amp LOCK DOOR TOUCH START SELECT TEST CYCLE MENU TOUCH START To Start Cycle TEST CYCLE IS NOW RUNNING Follow prompts on display At 121c amp 134c Points touch When steam is seen coming from the safety valve outlet touch BS to advance machine into cooling Note depending on model the safety valve may operate by exhausting a blast of steam or by a continuous steam flow thro the valve LEAVE UNTIL COMPLETE amp THEN OPEN DOOR IF THE SAFETY VALVE DOES NOT OPERATE AT THE STATED PRESSURE MUST BE CHECKED AND ADJUSTED BY A QUALIFIED ENGINEER mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic THERMOCOUPLE ACCESS PORTS A Screwed Thermocouple access port is provided as standard for Testing Thermocou
60. e Active system Thermal energy input protection amp Over current protection is provided on all appropriate circuits Safety Valve prevents excessive pressure build up The Sterilizer is protected from overheating by an electrical Thermal Cutout sensing Boiler Temperature Temperatures due to the Designed Heat Source s in extreme fault conditions ie not inc fire could exceed 150C internal to the Chamber boiler The user must satisfy himself that the equipment is suitable to process the load This equipment should be sited on a heat proof non combustible waterproof surface mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic HANDLING MOVING Information provided accordance with IEC61010 in advisory form only User must carry out all operations including moving handling this equipment in accordance with health and safety regulations amp Observe all Manual Handling regulations liability accepted the Manufacturers or their agents for loss or injury or consequential damage injury howsoever caused by the handling moving of this equipment This equipment is heavy not portable and is not provided with lifting handles If in doubt Remove sidepanels before lifting Lift at sides or rear of case taking the load of the unit on the internal structure Do not lift or handle using the Plastic Door cover or Control Panel or any other projection Do not drag across surfaces or the Feet may be damaged Do not adjust Fee
61. e cable going to the Controller Hold the probe fitting and loosen the compression nut on the INSIDE of the Chamber this fitting is fitted the wrong way round with the compression joint the INSIDE Compression olive will be compressed hard onto the armoured probe tube end and this means that the old olive and possibly the Compression nut must be replaced with new items every time the probe is changed The probe is installed by passing the wire and end tube through the compression Nut and olive and then through the fitting from the inside and the compression Nut and olive fitted on the Inside of the chamber DO NOT pull on the cable or damage the insulation on the inside of the fitting Where supplied the silicone sleeved part of the wires should be inside the fitting to act as a cushion against abrasion Tighten finger tight then tighten further with a spanner A little Silicone Joint Compound may be smeared onto the olive beforehand but DO NOT put silicone sealant on the Compression nut or threads Reconnect new PT100 sensor to match the one that was removed mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 35 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK INTERNAL SYSTEM FUSES 5 THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE amp FUSE FAILURE or MCB TRIPPING INDICATES A TECHNICAL PROBLEM WHICH SHOULD BE SOLVED BEFORE THE FUSE IS REPLACED OR TRIP RESET FUSE REPLACEMENT Consult manufacturer before replacing fuses To comply
62. e container holding the bag must have large holes in the sides to allow steam to enter the container sides and the Plastic bag must slashed or cut with a knife through these holes so that the steam can get into the bag A variety of different special containers are available from ASTELL that contain the load and allow thorough air steam passage whilst maintaining integrity and facilitating pouring away liquid residue Please consult your supplier SELECTING STERILIZE TEMPERATURE SELECTING STERILIZE TIME The U K Medical Research Council recommended the following time temperature relationships for the achievement of sterilizing conditions 9Z1 1491S 92114916 PIOH 9214915 D 0 4 9 L Lower temperatures or shorter times have to be used to prevent degradation of bacterial growth media This may be adequate for culture purposes but does may not constitute full sterilization The manufacturer of the media will usually specify the sterilizing temperature mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic Temperature Tolerance Please note that during sterilizing the temperature will normally cycle up and down over a range of approx 0 7C around the set sterilize temperature Where temperature is specified as 0 adjust the temperature as shown here Specified Recommended Settings Cycle Settings 134C 0
63. e large volumes of high temperature steam so protection must be arranged to avoid injury or scalding to nearby people The valve has a Key Lockable Head The key should be kept in a secure place as this valve may be a hazard if used incorrectly Please note that regular blowing down is necessary to preserve Boiler Operation mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic STEAM INLET Direct Steam Heated Models Only This is a 3 8 BSP Screwed Gun Metal Union The steam supply is routed through a Steam trap and Pressure Reducing Valve before it is fed to the inlet Pressure Reducing Valve The autoclave is NOT fitted internally with a PRV and steam supply pressure must be reduced to 3 04 Bar maximum 44 P S I G 304 kPa with a suitable Pressure Reducing Valve before reaching the autoclave It is important to fit a pressure gauge into this supply line after the pressure reducing valve which will indicate actual steam pressure available to the machine A condensate draining steam trap must be fitted between the PRV amp Autoclave immediately upstream of the Autoclave to remove all condensate as Free Water will stop Sterilizing action Steam Supply Problems A common fault with installations is that long pipe runs poor layout or poor steam quality fill the autoclave Chamber up with water This will be avoided if attention is paid to separation Ensure that the steam supply flow is adequate to feed
64. ed a longer AIRPURGE time of typically 15 30minutes The AIRPURGE time should be set to give at least 5 minutes of active AIRPURGE during which steam will be visible emerging from the Exhaust Insufficient AIRPURGE causes excess pressure in the chamber for the temperature and higher peak peak fluctuation in temperature which will trigger the Chamber or Load Temperature Fall message DETERMINING SUITABLE STERILIZE amp AIRPURGE TIMES The chamber will heat up to sterilize Temperature before the load catches up and this time delay must be accounted for to ensure correct sterilization The LOAD SENSED TIMING OPTION Where it has been fitted compensates for the time lag automatically and only requires the Sterilizing Time to be entered If the time lag for the load to catch up with the chamber is known or can be adequately estimated then this may be added to the desired Sterilizing Time and the total set as the STERILIZE TIME for the Cycle In most cases the behaviour of a load in this arrangement is unknown so it is necessary to use a chart recorder or multi thermocouple indicator to monitor the load and find the ideal AIRPURGE and oterilize times TEMPERATURE RECORDER OR DATA for COMMISSIONING MEASUREMENTS Arrange a multizpen Thermocouple CHART HECORDER or indicator to monitor the temperature in the load and in the chamber For a complex load the steam penetration is slowest into the more enclose
65. et to cool the load down as fast as possible AIR BALLAST COOLING Option on some models For Bottled Fluid Loads Air Ballasted Assisted Cooling is provided to allow use of Sealed Bottles amp minimise liquid loss Pressure is maintained with air above the set pressure point as cooling progresses The air may be internally generated or externally supplied e AIR WASH Airr is passed into the chamber over the load to remove steam when the door is opened e Air Break Air is admitted to the chamber to release the vacuum This air will usually be passed through a bacteriological filter if this option is fitted e Cycle Complete Chamber is cooled to a point where it is safe to open Open Door amp Load may be removed Please note that correct Sterilization is dependent upon the Cycle being suitable for the load and type of processing required mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 27 STERILIZATION CYCLES NOTES amp ADVICE This information is in addition to the section STERILIZATION CYCLES NOTES amp ADVICE given in The Programming Manual INSTRUMENT amp GLASS CYCLES Specific cycles for Instruments and Glass are not available on CLASSIC models You may sterilize these loads however they will come out WET There is no drying system available FLUIDS OR LIQUID CYCLE This is suitable for processing Media or other fluids etc in UNSEALED containers FLUID WASTE DESTRUCT Cycle
66. he Cycle Profile and the controller acts to keep the chamber at or about that temperature by switching the heat source Control of temperature does not rely on steam pressure The actual temperature that the control system tries to attain for will be varied automatically at different parts of the cycle This does not require user attention during the cycle A Pressuire Control Version The Chamber Pressure Is measured by a precision precision sensor This is compared with the Sterilize PRESSURE the stored in the Cycle Profile and the controller acts to keep the chamber at or about that Pressure by switching the Steam source Control of temperature is achieved since the Temperature inherently linked to the steam pressure STERILIZE TIMING SYSTEMS a Standard Timing System This operates if LOAD SENSED TIMING option is not fitted or if fitted but it is not selected oteriise Timing starts when chamber reaches set temperature and terminates at end of set period b Load Sensed Timing System Optional Extra LOAD SENSED TIMING is selectable on or off within each of the Cycles Sterilise Timing starts when the LOAD SENSOR reaches set temperature and terminates at end of set period Please see LOAD SENSED TIMING section COOLING Water Cooled Models Cooling action operates whenever appropriate in the Cycle and only works for Cycle types that do not permit DRYING eg Fluids cycles At the end of Sterilize for Liquid F
67. igher up than shown DRIPTRAY DRAIN Frontload models have a flexible PVC tube exiting at the rear This carries the driptray waste which may collect from runoff from the door inside surface when the door is opened It should be routed to a building drain Where this is the same drain as the exhaust a u bend or trap must be fitted in line with this pipe to prevent steam pressure in the drain causing backflow up to the driptray mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 12 mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 13 PIPEWORK INSTALLATION NOTES AUTOCLAVES 80 300 Litres Direct Steam Heated Top loading and Front loading models 41 301 Example showsDirect Steam Heated Topload Model Drainage arrangement for Frontload versions is similar with Driptray drain as shown below GIP BRE ok INLET 1 8 ESF Opthond Seray tini Alr Fiter OPTIONAL WATER COQUMG 3UFFLT INLET HOSE Mam 1am LONG WITH FEMALE 5 4 BSP CONMECTOR COMMECTED COLD WATER SUPPLY Ped ps Frentlead Madels Only may plumbed Ct inta Drain U Band ar Trap Or placmd over drain ar ktundtah EXHAUST GUMDENSATE amp AIR PURGE OUTLET d5rnm Safety Reducing Valve 1 10 Pipe aries Darek d Vert la Mri Reduced steam Pressure TeemeDysami T
68. ine type Hose with 34 BSP 34 RP Female Threaded tap connector as for a Washing Machine Inlet This should be connected to a Cold Water Mains Supply Max Temp 25C Minimum pressure 0 3 Bar Maximum pressure 6 Bar Note supply must provide at least 20 litres minute flow rate Important water temperature For the water ring vacuum pump and vacuum Physics generally that the ability of the pump to create a vacuum is dependant on the water temperature inside the pump The vacuum cannot better than the saturated vapour pressure for water at that temperature Astell specify a water temperature at the inlet of 25C or less Although the system can be made to work at temperatures up to 30C it will require reprogramming and the effectiveness of the cycle is considerably reduced L TANK OVERFLOW warning pipe AUTOFILL option This is a White Polypropylene 20mm pipe or on some models a 22 mm copper pipe which projects from the rear of the machine This will carry overflow water if the Level in the Autofill tank is too high It should be fed to an visible open Tundish or drain U K Water Research Council and the U K water byelaws require Warning pipe outlets to be visible to the operator 841 505 mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 10 PIPEWORK INSTALLATION NOTES AUTOCLAVES 80 300 Litres INTERNAL STEAM GENERATOR Top loading and Front loading models The correct performance of this machine
69. ing to the pressure vessel specifies the design pressure the test pressure to which the Chamber was subjected during manufacture and the date of the Pressure Vessel testing which will be required by an insurance lt Please note that this equipment comes under the requirements of the CE Pressure Equipment Directive and your machine will certainly need insurance cover and regular inspections Most QA systems require a formal maintenance contract in place regular calibration must be carried out It is a statutory requirement of the U K Health amp Safety at Work Act and many other countries that Sterilizers be thoroughly inspected by a competent person prior to use usually an Engineering Surveyor from Insurance Company and at least every 14 months thereafter Section 35 5 of the Factories Act 1961 information on the Test Certificates will be required by the Inspector and you are advised to take good care of your Certificate 2 Test certificates for Electrical safety and Calibration of the control system are supplied as standard Full test analysis results are available to special request NINO
70. istened with a little methylated spirits Do not use Solvents IPA or Aqueous Cleaners which may remove the printing or melt the plastics Cleaning of LCD TOUCHSCREEN Clean with a purpose designed impregnated cleaning tissue or if this is not available a soft cloth dampened with a little water Alternatively you can use Spectacle Cleaning Wipes suitable for Plastic lenses If stubborn marks persist use soft cloth moistened with a very small amount of methylated spirits Do not use IPA or similar solvents or Aqueous cleaners as these will damage the transparent window Chamber Cleaning Open the DOOR as you would normally Remove all trays or shelves Clean the base of the chamber with Hot Water Do not use an abrasive cleaner or one which may leave soluble residues that would remain in the pipework and contaminate the water Take Care not to damage the sensors or to displace them in any way This is especially the case with the Over temperature Thermostat bulb which 1 fitted onto the heater and connected to the chamber wall by a very thin copper tube Wash the sensors with hot water and a soft cloth Turn on The Chamber Drain Valve to drain water from the chamber Rinse if required with clean warm water Dry the chamber with Paper or Cotton Towels Do not leave fragments of paper or lint behind Wipe the Gasket with a wet cloth moistened with a little detergent mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic ST
71. ld be sited amp operated on a heat proof non combustible waterproof surface CLIMATIC CONDITIONS The following details are provided in accordance with iso EN601010 STORAGE Storage of this product in cold or damp conditions may lead to a Hazard or operating faults if the equipment is put into service before it has dried out and achieved equilibrium with the surroundings of the operating site Place in the area where it is intended to use the equipment Do NOT connect to a power supply Allow 48 Hrs to reach Humidity Equilibrium CLIMATIC SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING Permitted Humidity not exceeding 75 mean non condensing Permitted Temperature range 0 40 C Do not site the equipment in an area where there are significant quantities of dust this will gather on the electronics and cause malfunction Do not site the equipment in an area where opray or fumes from other equipment may touch the cabinet or cooling vents STORAGE Permitted Temperature range 10 70 C Humidity not specified but an equalising time is required see above SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 6 BATTERY BACKUP Data Backup Main system and Cycle memory Via FLASH memory Data settings amp Realtime Clock REPLACEABLE lithium CR2477 battery in Screen Unit Observe local Environmental Disposal Rules if battery is replaced ELECTRICAL FIRE RISK This equipment contains electrical circuitry which carries sufficient energy to cause and sustain a fir
72. lize Time in minutes The Catch up time is the original set sterilize time less the reading taken as T2 D oO mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic STERILIZE TIME set Sterilize time T2 Desired Sterilize Time minutes e g If T2 was Display 51 00 then 60 min 51 min 15 min 24 minutes Sterilize time to set in Cycle profile COOLING LOCK SETTINGS COOLING TEMPERATURE oet this Parameter to the Temperature recorded during the test as CYCLE COOL LOCK TEMP NOTE If this setting has already been determined for a different Cycle the Final setting must be left at the LOWEST temperature of those determined for all Cycles SETTING PARAMETERS with LOAD SENSED TIMING SETTING UP WITH LOADSENSE TIMING OPTION FITTED The Load Sensed Timing system detects the Load temperature and automatically allows for the time lag caused by the load delay in reaching sterilize temperature Set up the system as described above for the system Without Load Sensing but with the following detail changes Set STERILIZE TEMPERATURE to the temperature at which the load is to be Sterilized The control system automatically raises the actual initial sterilize temperature a little amp causes the Sterilizing Timer to start when the load is equal to the Sterilizing Temperature setting equivalent to the desired oterilizing Temp Then the sterilizing temp returns to normal oet the S
73. ll OK call service engineer Difficult to close Door against gasket 1 A This could be trapped air expanding lf chamber is still Very hot allow to cool down and try again Difficult to close Door against gasket 2 If gasket is more than 6 months old consider replacement Steam leaks from around Gasket 1 Gasket MUST be fitted correctly into Groove and must have no damage to the edges of the lips or cuts or abrasions The opposite Sealing face that it touches must be clean with cuts or damage Steam leaks from around Gasket 2 Possibly Gasket needs replacing it must be replaced before the silicone rubber loses its sealing properties any time after 6 months of use Gasket has been changed but steam leaks Gasket MUST be fitted correct way round there are small holes in the gasket lip These must be on the OUTSIDE edge Cycles that are provided pre set as delivered are not suitable for my loads Consult the sections on selecting Times temperatures etc then in SUPERVISOR level enter the new Cycle values you require Delayed Start would be useful is Not Required Turn ON or OFF Delayed Start See Programming manual have started the wrong Cycle Press gt button Enter supervisor or Site Engineer Password amp select Stage Jump Then Select jump to Cooling Allow to cool open close and start correct cycle have Changed Forgotten the Passwords Security Codes There is a wa
74. loat Switches and a pump up down system When the water level is below the bottom limit the Float Switch makes Timer relay starts After a few seconds an anti bounce control the Feed Pump turns on forcing water into the generator until Upper limit is reached amp the Float switch turns off when the pump stops If there is a problem ad the water level falls too far amp generator will run dry A LOW LEVEL float switch will operate and shuts down the heaters and lights the LOW WATER lamp and also sounds the buzzer alarm if fitted In combination with the Heater mounted Overtemperature cutout this arrangement provides an improved fault detection and protection system During start from completely dry the low water alarm will sound if either the pump has sucked all the water out of the tank or if the feed pump period exceeds the timer setting Starting Generator System NORMAL STARTUP WITH WATER PRESENT IN THE BOILER 1 Ensure that the water supply is operating correctly 2 Turn on the Sterilizer 3 Turn on the HEAT switch on the Steam Generator control panel 4 The Low Water lamp should not light 5 The Feed pump may be heard to take on water This is correct 6 The heaters will turn ON and the Pressure Will rise to the Control Pressure DO NOT RUN A CYCLE UNTIL THE STEAM PRESSURE HAS REACHED SET OPERATING PRESSURE mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic DRY STARTUP WITH NO
75. lt as shown whilst someone else rotates the door handle to open the door Bolt Solenoid Push bolt back with your hand mxn738 p01ed B amp R 35 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 4 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Quick Reference Safety Valve Test There are very few moving or wearing parts in this sterilizer HOWEVER It is essential that the unit is kept clean especially the water in the tank or Chamber and the Gasket A GASKET Keep the mating surface of the Chamber flange clean This bears on the gasket to seal the Chamber If necessary apply a little Silicone Grease Check that gasket is not bulging out of the groove and and that the edge is smooth without any cuts or abrasions IMPORTANT Check that the gasket is fitted correctly the small Holes should be on the outside lip Replace Gasket regularly Astell advise that the Gasket will require replacing at 12 month periods or 6 months if the machine used intensively or for many high temp cycles B CLEAN CHAMBER Clean out chamber inspect for damage to sensors etc CLEAN TANK Drain water from tank and rinse out with clean hand hot water Do NOT use any detergent Detergent will contaminate the feed water and will cause foaming problems in the tank D DOOR INTERLOCK TESTS Carry out the Door Interlock test described on previous pages If necessary lubricate locking pins with a little Disulphide high temp greas
76. luid Cycles initially convection ambient cooling cools the chamber to a preset threshold When this temperature is reached The cold water from the Tank is circulated through the Full or Partial jacket on the chamber When the cooling lock release point is attained the water is discharged mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 25 FILLING WITH WATER This means that the internal water tank is low on This machine takes water in from the water inlet supply water Untreated water or Softened water can be used The machine is fitted with FLOAT BASED This suggests that the water inlet supply is turned Water detection system off or not connected Please see installation pages for details of water supply inlet Demineralised Distilled water mE Tap water Y Softened water In normal operation the Tank is maintained fuill of LOW WATER INDICATION water automatically and this message is not shown If the TANK WATER LEVEL is low the display shows mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 26 CYCLE DETAILS amp DISPLAYS Each cycle has a set of pre defined settings and the cycle stages are selected to suit the load Different Cycle Types have different combinations of stages The Sie Engineer Supervisor security level and above is given access to parameters which are adjustable to suit the size and nature of the load
77. mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK STERILISER 1 Powerscroft Rd Sidcup Kent DA14 5DT United Kingdom www astell com Tel 0208 300 4311 Fax 0208 300 2247 For the associated CONTROL SYSTEM PROGRAMMING MANUAL See Part No 701 701 1 PLC B amp R controller User Manual iss01 pdf SWIFTLOCK SECURE TOUCH TOUCHSCREEN VACUUM STERILIZER FRONT LOADING Versions 80 to 300 Litre Instruction Manual INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE FAQ B amp R Controller Part 738 16 lt 01 ed 1 0120 MDD C 0353 PED mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS STERILIZE TIMING SYSTEMS 24 TABLE OF 8 2 COOLING 24 OPERATION tes 25 WARNING 1 61010 4 FILLING WITH MATER a 25 GENERAL OPERATION amp LOG BOOK i CYCLE DETAILS amp 26 DOCUMENT ISSUES AND DETAILS 4 STERILIZATION CYCLES NOTES amp ADVICE 27 SAFETY VALVE 5 INSTRUMENT amp GLASS CYCLES 27 SAFETY VALVE TEST Quick REFERENCE 5 FLUIDS
78. n ordering spare Parts or requesting Service Assistance please provide 1 the SERIAL NUMBER 2 the MODEL NUMBER These are found on the RATING PLATE fixed at the rear of the machine Use only approved ASTELL SCIENTIFIC spare parts The fitting of Non Astell approved Parts will render this machine Non Compliant with the E C E U E M C and L V and the P E D Directives and will void any CE mark Continued use of a machine which does not comply is an offence under E U law mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOC gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt b gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt CERTIFICATION Certificate of Examination is supplied with every Sterilizer This meets P E D requirements amp includes details of Chamber etc relat
79. ng the door from unlocking The Chamber Sensor detects the temperature within the steam space amp it will normally Cool faster than the Load amp or the chamber Wall Load Sensed Cooling Lock if LOAD SENSED COOLING OPTION is fitted amp selected for that Cycle In this case the Cooling Lock Temperature set for the Cycle is not compared with the Chamber Temperature but instead the Temperature measured by the flexible LOAD sensor When this Load sensed temperature is falling but still above the CYCLE cool lock temperature the lock is active engaged and Completion is inhibited so the door cannot be unlocked AS the LOAD SENSING PROBE detects the temperature within the LOAD itself it will always represent the actual load temperature assuming it has been correctly placed in the load mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic COVER CLOSURE SYSTEM INTERLOCKS The cover is prevented from being opened by a Pneumatically driven locking bolt pin This Locking Bolt pin engagement and Cover Position are sensed by high reliability Micro switches The system cannot be started unless the closure is fully secured and locked Swiftlock Rotary Closure The Closure interlock system senses the position of the rotating ring which has the interlocking Dogs The Ring is held in the LOCKED position by a a Pneumatically driven BOLT that extends into a hole in a block on the ring periphery preventing the rotation of the
80. nsure adequate sterilization effectiveness For loads which Are Temperature Sensitive e g MEDIA it is recommended that the temperature is mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic set to the temperature at which sterilizing is required as excess temperature may damage the media COOLING LOCK Programmable Set Cooling Temp to 100C COOLING LOCK internal preset thermostat any setting for future reference then Set to MINIMUM a cw on dial 2 Start the Cycle cycle running 3 Chamber and towards 100C AIRPURGE timer will start Note down the Airpurge Time reading shown on the DISPLAY at the time when the Slowest Load Testing Thermocouple exceeds 95C Call this time display reading T1 load temperatures will rise 4 At this point press The STOP button and select Stage Change 5 Chamber will heat to Sterilize 6 STERILIZING Stage will start The Temperature will control at the set Sterilizing Temperature Note down the STERILIZE TIME shown on the DISPLAY at the moment when the SLOWEST test thermocouple in the load reaches an acceptable temperature for sterilizing to occur Call this time reading T2 Using the Timer Display as a clock wait a further measured period equal to the desired STERILIZE TIME For example this might be 15 minutes 7 At this point press The STOP button and select Stage Change 8 COOLING mode will begin as shown on the display 9
81. onths A special SAFETY VALVE TEST CYCLE is provided to make this easier accessed from the ENGINEER level Safety valve Position The Safety Valve is situated in different positions depending upon model specification and size amp is mounted at the rear or the side discharging downwards a position allowing access for serviceing All models have an Automatic Safety Valve Test Warning System and monitor the date of the last Safety Valve Test Cycle At Power On amp Cycle Start the system checks the current date and shows a warning after the 3 month period has elapsed Note that this period is fixed to meet the requirements of most countries for Steam Safety Valve Testing The only way to cancel this warning is to run a Safety valve Test Cycle CALIBRATION POINTS The Safety Valve Test Cycle is designed to also provide for an engineer to carry out calibration at 121 and 134 This requires Precision Thermometer equipment and is normally done as part of the Calibration Schedule which is Not the same as the 8 month Safety valve Test Schedule During the routine Safety Valve test just click on the TICK to move past the 121C 134C stages on to the actual safety valve test For Full details see page xxx Safety Valve Test Quick Reference IMPORTANT THE MACHINE MUST ATTENDED ALL TIMES UNTIL TEST IS COMPLETED TOUCH SELECT SETTINGS TOUCH E SELECT SITE ENGINEER
82. ooling lock systems They remain electrically LOCKED until the load has cooled to a safe handling temperature COOLING LOCKS operate for FLUIDS and DESTRUCT Cycles WARNING THE COOLING LOCKS CAN PRESENT A HAZARD IF INCORRECTLY SET They should be adjusted by the supervisor or a person trained in Sterilizer use amp the setting of safe sterilizer cycles PRESET COOLING LOCK THERMOSTAT S A thermostat with Dial amp scale calibrated in Deg 0 100C behind the cabinet side cover panel or at the rear It measures temperature of the Chamber outer Wall with sufficient thermal mass for a reasonable match between the Temperature and the Cooling Lock Set temperature SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 22 Typical View of Cooling Lock Thermostat NOTE The temperatures will not be quite the same due to differing thermal inertia between the Chamber Wall and the Load Normally the Chamber wall amp Cooling Lock sensor attatched to it will cool down faster than the load CYCLE COOLING LOCK The STANDARD SYSTEM Operates when LOAD SENSING option is NOT fitted or NOT selected This uses a Cooling Lock Temperature set by the user within each Cycle Profile which is compared with the Chamber Internal Temperature Sensor reading the same temperature aS appears on the Temperature display When the CHAMBER temperature is above this CYCLE cool lock temperature the lock is active engaged and Completion is inhibited preventi
83. part of the machine as certificated for compliance with the directive Inside the Power Input Box are parts essential to the EMC performance of the control system electronics which must not be modified or removed When installing any wiring work must be carried out with care to avoid damaging or displacing these suppression components 380 440 VOLT 3 PHASE SUPPLY WARNING 200 220V 3 Phase High Current Rating ie not 380 440V Please note that the supply ratings for these models are approximately double the Advertised Published current ratings of the 380 440 volt versions Refer to the Electrical Rating Plate for actual currents The 200 220v3 ph Power Supply is connected as shown in drawing at the back of this manual The Three Phase Supply must be a balanced 3 phase type 2 5 single phase supplies must not be used The neutral line must not have a fuse or trip In the circuit The internal electronics etc operate from 230 volts supplied by a step up internal transformer between Phase 1 and Neutral 3 Phase Motors In Pumps Vacuum pump etc are dual voltage wired in delta formation for 200 220v Where Single phase 230V motors are used these operated between two phases with fuses trips in each supply 200 220v 3 PHASE SUPPLIES WITHOUT NEUTRAL These machines use individual 230v heaters connected in STAR formation between the 3 Phases and on some models Neutral CONNECTIONS 38
84. ples This comprises a HEX THERMOCOUPLE PORT COVER CAP which screws onto a male fitting There are slots in the sides of the male fitting to allow the wires to emerge under the cap The cap clamps a 12mm silicone seal against the hole in the male fitting The seal deforms around the thin thermocouple wires Front Load models The port is fitted at the Left Hand side of the machine approx on the boiler centre line Remove the Small cover for access Top Load models The port is fitted at the RH side of the machine on the boiler side Remove the Small cover for access Where a blank has been supplied in place of the adaptor you will need to fit the optional adaptor yourself Remove the fitting blank and fit the Astell adaptor FITTING THIN WIRE TESTING THERMOCOUPLES To insert test thermocouples in the fitting release the Cover cap nut and remove the seals Pass the thermocouples through the split seal and out one side slot with the other seal on top Fit the cover cap nut and tighten to seal SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 42 LOAD SENSING PT100 SENSORS FITTING REPLACEMENT PROBES The Flexible Armoured Probe has a short rigid tube at the Chamber Wall end This is fitted through a threaded Compression fitting in the chamber wall Load Sensing probe replacement Remove the appropriate cover from the case to give access to the probes Locate the LOAD SENSE probe fitting and make a note of the connections to th
85. r water in the tank become contaminated by unsterile condensate or drainage from the Chamber If the tank water becomes contaminated with AGAR BLOOD FAECES or solid rubbish it will cause fumes smells potential health problems and accelerated machine failure The Chamber and all wetted parts should be Cleaned regularly in order to maintain adequate operating conditions Load Containers should be chosen to minimise loss of the contents into the Sterilizer 0 do not use plastic bags inside Sterilizer Baskets but use purpose made Sterilizer container designed to catch leaking waste Please ask your supplier for details of containers for your machine CHAMBER The Chamber should be cleaned internally to prevent build up of contaminants and we would suggest that for a machine in daily use if used for Fluid Loads or WASTE DESTRUCT the Chamber should be checked once a week and cleaned if necessary For other applications Cleaning should be at monthly intervals or more frequently TANK Tank should be checked and cleaned if necessary at each revcommended 6 month service CABINET AND GENERAL CLEANING The cabinet painted surfaces may be cleaned with a damp cloth moistened with a drop of household detergent Do NOT use Abrasives or Chlorine based cleaners or bleaches on the cabinet or chamber Cleaning of LABELS amp WORKING PARTS Clean Labelling aluminium parts or working parts with a soft cloth mo
86. ring and prevents the handle being moved The system also detects the engaged position of the locking Bolt The Cover can not be opened if 1 Chamber Temperature is above selected Cooling Lock setting liquid fluid Cycles only and Pressure is above approx 1 5 p s i 0 2 Bar for all Cycles 2 Programmable Cooling Lock Temperature is set within each Cycle But the PRESET cool lock temperature is a single setting applying to all Cycles The Cover is also Locked if POWER is OFF 3 After pressing the DOOR OPEN button the locking pin retracts 4 Cover can only be opened by pressing the DOOR NOTE The DOOR OPEN button will NOT open the Cover if it is prevented by the Cooling Locks or the pressure interlock 5 system will only start and run cycles if the Cover is fully CLOSED amp LOCKED It is not possible to pressurize the chamber with the Cover Unlocked HEATING SYSTEM All models are heated by Steam Direct Steam Heated Models require an external source and Internal Steam Generator models a boiler within the panel work that produces the steam oteam is admitted to the chamber from the supply controlled Pneumatic actuated valve SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK A TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM A Temperature Control The Chamber Temperature Is measured by a PT100 precision sensor This is compared with the Sterilize Temperature the SETPOINT stored in t
87. rth Wire Line Phase 1 Wire Line Phase 2 Wire Line Phase 3 Wire Sheathed Outer Cable mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic The following sections provide Operating instructions in both fully detailed version and Short form which can be copied and fixed to the wall near to the Sterilizer Ful details of the Cycle Entry Procedure and further technical details are provided In a separate PROGRAMMING amp CONTROL SYSTEM MANUAL part no MXN782 Other options such as the RS232 Communications option are detailed in separate instruction manuals INFORMATION ON APPROVED USE This equipment is not designed for use other than as a medical laboratory general steam sterilizer for use within the temperature and pressure ratings of the chamber design Any alternative use or method of Operation not covered specified within this and associated instruction manuals Is specifically excluded and may be hazardous The manufacturer does not approve such alternative use and under circumstances will the manufacturer or his agents accept responsibility for loss damage or injury consequential or otherwise as a result of such alternative use The manufacturer reserves the right in certain cases to reassess amp or amend the design or specification and provide individual written instructions detailing an alternative use that is considered acceptable SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK OPERATING I
88. t on frontload models these are fixed to tilt the machine backwards POSITIONING amp LOCATION The equipment should be placed on a suitable surface and levelled before use This must allow the door or cover to open unobstructed and will permit the chamber to be operated and loaded by the operator whilst complying with local regulations regarding lifting and manual handling Please see HANDLING instructions The equipment should be positioned so that the Power switch the Push To Stop switch is unobstructed and easily accessible from the operating position in front of the equipment Failure to comply with these positioning requirements when installing this machine may result in refusal of service or extra charges being incurred during service including even warranty visits if the resulting position makes service access difficult or the unit is affected by walls or other equipment SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 7 THIS MACHINE WILL REQUIRE SPACE FOR SERVICE ACCESS This is carried out from both sides and the rear Absolute Minimum Requirements e Leave 400mm clearance either side and 500mm at the rear e Do Not build into benches or alcoves Do Not position either side or back up against a wall Do Not site other equipment close to either side or the rear Do not cover or obstruct Cooling vents Do not place objects on top of the equipment They may Be Damaged By Heat DI
89. turer Uk Regulations amp PAT testing Please note that this equipment does not count as PORTABLE in the definitions for Pat safety testing and as such it does NOT need to be Pat Tested If Pat Testing is to be carried out this unit MUST be classified as Computer IT equipment and the test regime for IT equipment must be implemented his machine must wirec a protective earth Mains Lead Wire Colours These machines are not fitted as standard with a mains inlet cable unless specified to order Connection Cable Sizes minimum VOLTAGE 14 awg 200 220V 3 PHASE 14 awg 380 440V 3 PHASE Should the Power supply need to be altered from 1 to 3 phase etc the drawings at the back of this manual show how the 1 or 3 phase supply is connected to the terminals in the power input box Several models are available With different Heaters and Supply wiring Check the Power Rating on the Rating Plate and refer to the details in this section 6 mm sq 24 kW 10 awg 380 440V 3 PHASE 24 kW 200 220V 3 PHASE 10 mm sq 8 awg mxn738 p01ed B amp R 85 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 6 3 PHASE SUPPLY Connect Harmonised colours Green Yellow Bue 2 Fuse or Contact Breaker Ratings The Supply ratings of the Electrically Heated models are given on the RATING PLATE at the rear of the sterilizer If You are unsure please contact ASTELL Power Supply Suppression The Power Lead is not
90. ure 121C 121C 121C 121C 121C Safe Stage Safe Stage Safe Stage Safe Stage Safe Stage Valve Valve Drain Valve e e H 2100mBar 2100mBar 2100mBar 2100mBar mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK PARAMETER Fabrics Empty Plastic Fluid Glassware Discard Discard 59 Media P5 121C P1 C 121C 121C 0 121C 0C 121C Temperature LOAD Temperature VENT Variable Mode Fo VENTING Monitor Time Vent Pressure Drain Valve COOLING 1600mBar Yes 2100mBar NO NO X X X T o O O D Ramp 1 OS 10 DRYING 1 3mOs 3mOs Omis Omis Omis 2100mBar 2100mBar 2100mBar Exhaust Yes Ys Yes 9 AIR WASH Monitor time Pressure Low Pulse Count AIR BREAK 30m Air Break time Om 30s 30m 700 mBar 300 mBar Yes 2100mBar 2100mBar 30m 30m Om 30s Om 30s 900mBar 900mBar 900mBar 900mBar Yes Yes Yes Yes D MO NJO Air Break Press 900mBar Exhaust Yes KEY X not applicable this program type ie this stage not present mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 45 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOCK 60 Machine Settings Vacuum Swiftlock with Heated Jacket Cmatredoder BachNo 00 Pressure Sensors NEN Yes Options User Logging
91. with safety requirements use only manufacturers recommended fuses Use only Ceramic HRC fuses in mains power circuits where specified mxn738 p01ed a B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOC 44 COMMISSIONING AND CYCLE SETTING This section describes how to derive the settings that you may need to enter for your intended Cycle s The description applies to Media Loads or Discard Loads but a similar approach can be applied to Instrument Glassware A CYCLE consists of three process sections plus Cool Lock settings Each of these is independently selected and adjustable HEATING AND AIRPURGE at around 100C Purges the air from the chamber HEATING AND STERILIZE at Setpoint Temperature for Selected Time COOLING LOCKS Set Temperature The Cycle Values can be determined by trial and error but as this can be very long and involved it is best to use a chart recorder to investigate the Temperature Time behaviour of the load A number of settings must be made AIRPURGE The Airpurge Time depends on the nature of the load Items such as small quantities of Bottled Fluids Trays or Racks Solid items Bowls etc have low thermal mass amp do not trap much air and will Sterilize quite satisfactorily with minimal typ 5 7 minutes of AIRPURGE TIME However larger loads with larger bottles of fluids boxes of bottles Phials Petri dishes etc have a large thermal mass and trap a great deal of air These ALWAYS ne
92. y independent readout and record of measurements Please consult your Agent or Astell Scientific A range of independent printing solutions are available that work together with these models Three types of Printer are available A INTERNAL STANDARD PRINTER OPTION Please see instructions below EXTERNAL STANDARD PRINTER OPTION Please see separate manual for external printer option C EXTERNAL User supplied Rs232 Please see separate manual for 5232 Communications option INTERNAL PRINTER OPTION The standard printer supplied is the Astell Type MPP537X This is a 40 character dot matrix impact printer which prints on 58mm wide plain roll paper It uses a replaceable ink ribbon cartridge and prints in one single colour Black Topload Models The printer is mounted the Front face of the machine Frontload Models 60L and below The printer is mounted in the top cover Frontload Models 80L and above The printer is mounted on the Front face of the machine Status indicator MPP53 X Printer Models Paper feed button Hinged front Front panel release catch Installing Replacement paper Open the front panel remove the paper centre roll Tube of the old Paper Roll Slide the new Roll over the Paper Roll support until it is held by the clips Cut off the end of the paper cleanly with scissors Feed the cut edge of paper up into the printer mechanism and operate the PAPER FEE
93. y to view or reset these Consult Astell The Load comes out WET and need it to be DRY mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOC A This is not possible with a machine if it does not have a full Jacketed Drying function IF your machine has Full Jacketed Drying please Contact your service agent for Diagnosis Q Cycle Does not offer Drying Time setting This will be the case if the Selected Cycle does not use DRYING eg fluids loads or the machine does not have a Drying function Q Safety Valve Test Overdue appears You have not carried out a safety valve test See Safety Valve testing section Q My Printer does not print properly oee PRINTER FAULTS in the OPTIONAL PRINTERS section How Do Clean the Machine oee Maintenance amp Cleaning section Need to manually Unlock the door gt O gt Qo Please see the photo instructions in the section Manual Unlocking Q My Machine needs to be calibrated A You will need a Calibration organisation who can carry out the appropriiate tests with Known Calibrated Thermometers and Pressure gauges Astell Scientific or your Agent will be able to assist and Astell provide a separate manual on calibration Engineering amp Calibration Manual this is avaliabl e as a PDF file on request MXN785 0 B amp R ENGINEERING calibration pdf mxn738 p01ed B amp R 5 10 Vacuum basic SECURE TOUCH SWIFTLOC 49 SPARE PARTS AND SERVICE Whe

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