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Service and

Parts Manual

Self-Contained Steam Sterilizer

Serial Number Prefixes: (LT, LV)

M4.9

NO LONGER IN PRODUCTION

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Section/Paragraph................................................Page Section/Paragraph ............................................... Page

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Instructions .......................................... iii

Safety Alert Symbols ....................................................iii

Warranty Instructions ................................................. iii

SECTION I GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Description Of M4•9 Easyclave™ Sterilizer . 1-1

General Descriptions................................. 1-1

Component Descriptions........................... 1-1

1.2 Specifications ............................................... 1-3

1.3 Parts Replacement Ordering........................ 1-4

1.4 Special Tools ................................................ 1-4

SECTION II TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

2.1 Operational Test ........................................... 2-1

Normal Operation (Table 2-1).................... 2-2

2.2 Service Diagnostics...................................... 2-4

2.3 Steam and Pressure Calibration .................. 2-7

2.4 Troubleshooting Procedures....................... 2-10

Sterilizer has no power............................ 2-11

Touch Pad / Display problems................. 2-11

Unit will not Fill ........................................ 2-12

Codes C010 - C060 ................................ 2-12

Codes C102 - C106 ................................ 2-12

Codes C232 ............................................ 2-13

Codes C326 ............................................ 2-13

Codes C382 ............................................ 2-13

Codes C383, C384, C385 ....................... 2-14

Codes C431 ............................................ 2-14

Codes C437 ............................................ 2-15

Codes C461, C467.................................. 2-16

Codes C470 - C477 ................................ 2-17

Codes C533 - C554 ................................ 2-21

Codes C560 - C567 ................................ 2-23

Codes C570 - C577 ................................ 2-23

Codes C633 ............................................ 2-29

Codes C642 - C647 ................................ 2-30

Codes C660 - C667 ................................ 2-31

Codes C670 - C677 ................................ 2-32

Codes C980 - C987 ................................ 2-37

Instruments not drying ............................ 2-39

Biological indicator strip problems........... 2-40

Maintenance Message ............................ 2-40

Printer problems...................................... 2-40

SECTION III SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

3.1 Scheduled Maintenance ............................. 3-1

SECTION IV MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

INSTRUCTIONS

4.1 Introductions ................................................ 4-1

4.2 Side and Back Panels

Removal ................................................... 4-1

Installation................................................. 4-1

4.3 Top Cover

Removal.................................................... 4-2

Installation................................................. 4-2

4.4 Display P.C. Board

Removal.................................................... 4-4

Installation................................................. 4-4

4.5 Decal Switch

Removal.................................................... 4-4

Installation................................................. 4-5

4.6 Tray Rack and Trays

Removal.................................................... 4-5

Installation................................................. 4-5

4.7 Draining / Filling Reservoir

Draining .................................................... 4-6

Filling ........................................................ 4-6

4.8 Internal Filter Screen

Removal.................................................... 4-6

Installation................................................. 4-6

4.9 Chamber Mesh Filter

Removal.................................................... 4-7

Installation................................................. 4-7

4.10 Door Gasket

Removal.................................................... 4-7

Installation................................................. 4-8

4.11 Door Interlock Plunger

Removal.................................................... 4-8

Installation................................................. 4-8

4.12 Fuse Replacement ..................................... 4-10

4.13 Fuse Body

Removal.................................................. 4-10

Installation............................................... 4-10

4.14 Axial Flow Fan

Removal.................................................. 4-11

Installation............................................... 4-11

4.15 Solid State Relay

Removal.................................................. 4-12

Installation............................................... 4-12

4.16 Main Relay

Removal.................................................. 4-12

Installation............................................... 4-13

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4.17 Transformer

Removal .................................................. 4-13

Installation ............................................... 4-14

4.18 Pressure Transducer

Removal .................................................. 4-14

Installation ............................................... 4-14

4.19 Steam (Side)

Temperature Probe

Removal .................................................. 4-15

Installation ............................................... 4-15

4.20 Door Latch Interlock Switch

Removal .................................................. 4-16

Installation / Adjustment .......................... 4-16

4.21 Door Pulse Solenoid

Removal .................................................. 4-18

Installation ............................................... 4-18

4.22 Main Control P.C. Board

Removal .................................................. 4-19

Installation ............................................... 4-19

4.23 Fan Thermostat

Removal .................................................. 4-20

Installation ............................................... 4-20

4.24 Air Solenoid Valve

Removal .................................................. 4-20

Installation ............................................... 4-20

4.25 Pressure Relief Valve Test.......................... 4-21

4.26 Pressure Relief Valve

Removal .................................................. 4-22

Installation ............................................... 4-22

4.27 Vent or Fill Solenoid Valve

Removal .................................................. 4-23

Installation ............................................... 4-24

4.28 Auxiliary (Upper)

Hi-Limit Switch

Removal .................................................. 4-25

Installation ............................................... 4-25

4.29 Lower

Hi-Limit Switch

Removal .................................................. 4-25

Installation ............................................... 4-26

4.30 Auxiliary (Lower, Trough)

Temperature Probe

Removal .................................................. 4-27

Installation ............................................... 4-27

4.31 Lower

Steam Heating Element

Removal .................................................. 4-28

Installation ............................................... 4-28

4.32 Upper

Heating Element

Removal .................................................. 4-29

Installation ............................................... 4-29

4.33 Water Level Sensor

Removal .................................................. 4-30

Installation ............................................... 4-31

4.34 Vent Muffler

Removal.................................................. 4-31

Installation............................................... 4-32

4.35 Reservoir

Removal.................................................. 4-32

Disassembly ........................................... 4-32

Assembly ................................................ 4-33

Installation............................................... 4-33

4.36 Printer

Removal.................................................. 4-34

Installation............................................... 4-34

SECTION V SCHEMATICS AND DIAGRAMS

5.1 SW2 Dip Switch Settings ............................ 5-1

5.2 Main Control P.C. Board (115 VAC) ............. 5-3

5.3 Electrical Schematic (115 VAC) ................... 5-4

5.4 Wiring Diagram (115 VAC)........................... 5-5

5.5 Main Control P.C. Board (230 VAC) ............. 5-6

5.6 Electrical Schematic (230 VAC) ................... 5-7

5.7 Wiring Diagram (230 VAC)........................... 5-8

5.8 Fill Mode Flow Diagram .............................. 5-9

5.9 Heating Mode Flow Diagram ..................... 5-10

5.10 Sterilize Mode Flow Diagram .................... 5-11

5.11 Vent & Dry Modes Flow Diagram ............... 5-12

SECTION VI PARTS LIST

6.1 Introduction ................................................ 6-1

6.2 Description Of Columns ............................... 6-1

6.3 Torque Specifications And Important

Assembly Notes........................................ 6-1

Pictorial Index .............................................. 6-2

Labels and Decals ....................................... 6-3

Main Enclosure Components ....................... 6-4

Plumbing and Sensor Components ............. 6-5

Chamber Assembly Components ................ 6-6

Electrical Components ................................. 6-7

Printer Components ..................................... 6-8

Racks, Trays, and Cleaner ........................... 6-9

Packaging .................................................. 6-10

External Condensing Tank ........................ 6-11

Pouch Rack ............................................... 6-12

COMMENTS ............................................................. 7-1

FAX ORDER FORM.................................................. 7-2

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General Safety Instructions

Safety First: The primary concern of Midmark Corporation is that this sterilizer is maintained with the

safety of the patient and staff in mind. To assure that services and repairs are completed safely and correctly, proceed as follows:

(1) Read this entire manual before performing any

services or repairs on this sterilizer.

(2) Be sure you understand the instructions con-

tained in this manual before attempting to service or repair this sterilizer.

Safety Alert Symbols

Throughout this manual are safety alert symbols that call attention to particular procedures. These items are

used as follows:

DANGER

A DANGER is used for an imminently

hazardous operating procedure, practice, or condition which, if not correctly followed, will result in loss of life or serious personal injury.

NOTE

A NOTE is used to amplify an operating procedure, practice or condition.

Warranty Instructions

Refer to the Midmark “Limited Warranty” printed in the Installation and Operation Manual for warranty information. Failure to follow the guidelines listed below will void the warranty and/or render the M4•9 Easyclave™ Sterilizer unsafe for operation.

• In the event of a malfunction, do not attempt to use the sterilizer until necessary repairs have been made.

• Do not attempt to disassemble sterilizer, replace malfunctioning or damaged components, or perform adjustments unless you are one of Midmark’s authorized service technicians.

• Do not substitute parts of another manufacturer when replacing inoperative or damaged components. Use only Midmark replacement parts.

WARNING

A WARNING is used for a potentially

hazardous operating procedure, practice, or condition which, if not correctly followed, could result in loss of life or serious personal injury.

CAUTION

A CAUTION is used for a potentially haz-

ardous operating procedure, practice, or condition which, if not correctly followed, could result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

EQUIPMENT ALERT

An EQUIPMENT ALERT is used for an

imminently or potentially hazardous operating procedure, practice, or condition which, if not correctly followed, will or could result in serious, moderate, or minor damage to unit.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Description Of M 4•9 Easyclave™ Sterilizer

A. General Description (See Figure 1-1).

The M 4•9 EasyClave™ Sterilizer is to be used in medical and dental offices, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, laboratories, and other facilities to sterilize heat and moisture stable reusable items (including dental handpieces) that are compatible with steam sterilization at 270°F (132°C). Follow state and federal guidelines for sterilization of single use devices.

The major serviceable components of the sterilizer are (refer to Figure 1-1, Major Components ).

Door Pulse Solenoid (1)

Door Pulse Solenoid is held in closed (latched) position during sterilizer operation and automatically unlatches after vent mode. Controlled by main control p.c. board.

Door Latch Interlock Switch (2)

Monitors position of door assembly. A normally open switch that closes when door is closed. Prevents Initiating a Cycle unless door is closed.

Axial Flow Fan (3)

Thermostatically controlled fan for circulating air, in area between chamber and inside of panels, to decrease heat and condensation.

Fan Thermostat (4) Controls Off / On of Axial Flow Fan. Normally open, bimetal, auto-reset, thermostat that automatically closes contacts at 122°F (50°C) to 138°F (59°C) to power Fan. Thermostat opens at 95°F (35°C) to 106°F (41°C), removing power, stopping Fan.

Air Solenoid Valve (5)

Removes air from chamber during operation. Controlled by main control p.c. board.

Steam (Side) Temperature Probe (6)

Temperature probe inside chamber monitors internal chamber temperature during operation and transmits it back to main p.c. board. Steam Probe is located in lower front right side of chamber.

Auxiliary (Lower, Trough) Temperature Probe (7)

Located inside chamber in water trough. Senses temperature near lower heating element and transmits it back to main control p.c. board.

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Main Control P.C. Board (8)

Contains the program logic, EPROM, and various connections to send and receive data to operate the various programs. SW2 dip switch assembly is located on top, right corner of board. Service Diagnostics, calibrations, and various display options can be accessed by changing switch positions. Fuses F1 and F2 protect the main control p.c. board should a problem exist in the transformer or related components. Fuse size is 1.6 Amp, 250 VAC, Slowblo, 3/16" D. x 13/16" L.

Auxiliary (Upper) Hi-Limit Switch (9)

Controls power to heating elements should overheat conditions exist. Normally closed, bimetal, thermostat that automatically opens contacts at 450°F (232°C) to 500°F (260°C) removing power to heating elements. Automatically resets to close position at 370°F (188°C) to 420°F (216°C). Located on upper

Lower Hi-Limit Switch (10)

Controls power to heating elements should overheat conditions exist. Normally closed, bimetal, thermostat that automatically opens contacts at 450°F (232°C) to 500°F (260°C) removing power to heating elements. Automatically resets to close position at 370°F (188°C) to 420°F (216°C). Located on lower

Transform e r (11) Steps line voltage down to 18.5 VAC to power the main control p.c. board. Can be used with 115 VAC or 230 VAC supply voltage.

Main Fuse (12)

Protects sterilizer electrical circuit. 115 VAC Sterilizer fuse is a 15 Amp, 600 VAC, 3AB Fast Acting, 13/32” D. x 1 1/2" L. The 230 VAC Sterilizer fuse is the same style but rated at 8 amp.

Solid State Relay (13)

Solid state switch that closes when 12 VDC is supplied from the main control P.C. Board to relay terminals 3 and 4. With the relay operating, line current can pass thru (terminals 1 and 2) to common terminal of Main Relay. Depending if Main Relay is operated, current will be supplied to both heaters (auxiliary heat) or just the lower (steam) heater. Solid State Relay opens and closes, turning on and off the heater(s), to control temperature in chamber.

front, outside surface of chamber.

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Main Relay (14)

Main Relay contains a set of Normally Open (NO) and Normally Closed (NC) contacts that allow one (Steam, lower) or both (Auxiliary, upper and lower) heaters to operate depending if its coil is being supplied with 12 VDC from main control P.C. Board. When coil is energized

(12 VDC) the contacts change

position, supplying line voltage thru the SSR and the

NO contacts to the Steam (lower) heater.

closed

If the coil is not energized

, the contacts remain in their normally closed positions. Line voltage is now supplied thru the SSR and the NC contacts to both the Upper and Lower heaters.

Water Level Sensor (15)

Located in back of chamber, it monitors the water level during the FILL cycle. When the water level reaches the sensor, a circuit is completed which signals the main control P.C. board to remove power from the Fill Valve solenoid, closing the valve.

Pressure Transducer (16)

Monitors pressure inside chamber and transmits signal back to main control p.c. board so conditions can be controlled inside chamber. If conditions are not within tolerances, specific Codes will be displayed to inform Operator.

Fill Valve (17)

Fill Valve is a normally closed valve. When START key is depressed K3 contacts on main control P.C. board close supplying line voltage to the Fill Valve solenoid. Normally closed valve opens, allowing water to enter chamber. When water level reaches sensor a circuit is complete. P.C. Board opens K3 contacts, removing power from Fill Valve solenoid coil, closing the valve.

Vent Valve (18)

Vent Valve is a Normally Open

valve.Controlled by main control P.C. board. When K2 contacts close Vent Valve solenoid energizes, closing

the valve. Valve vents back

thru condensing coil in reservoir.

Lower (Steam) Heating Element (19)

Submersible, tubular, 1550 watt, heating element used to generate steam for unit. During the Heatup and Sterilization cycles, the Steam temperature probe, monitors internal chamber conditions, sending signals back to main control P.C. board which controls On / Off cycling of heater thru the Solid State Relay (SSR).

Upper Heating Element (20)

Upper element is wired in series with lower element to maintain conditions inside chamber during DRY

and

Preheat cycles.

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28

5

26

6

8

16

25

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Figure 1-1. Major Components

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23

24

12

20

22

15

19

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With the Main Relay not plied thru the SSR and NC contacts of the Main Relay to both Lower and Upper temperature probes monitor internal chamber conditions sending signal back to main P.C. board which controls On / Off cycling of both heaters by opening and closing the SSR.

Pressure Relief Valve (21)

Safety valve vents chamber should pressure inside chamber reach 40 PSIG (275.8 kPa). Steam is vented out below base of sterilizer.

Reservoir Tank w/ Condensing Coil (22)

Retains supply of distilled water for operation. During Vent cycle steam is discharged from chamber back thru condensing coil into reservoir.

Vent Muffler (23)

Located inside reservoir at end of Air Valve line. Used to supress exhaust noise during operation. Periodically inspect muffler for restriction to assure proper operation.

Filter Screen (24)

Fine stainless steel mesh, screen for filtering particals from system preventing migration to Vent Valve. Filter should be cleaned monthly.

Internal Filter Screen (25)

Fine stainless steel, mesh, tubular screen for filtering particals from system preventing migration to Air Valve and Pressure Transducer. Filter should be cleaned monthly.

Pressure Vessel (26)

Includes chamber and door assembly which are ASME certified.

Door Interlock Plunger (27)

Plunger device, installed in center of door assembly that prevents unlatching and opening door. Operated by internal chamber pressure. Locks at 2 PSIG (13.8 kPa).

Door Gasket (28)

Seals door when in latched position to prevent pressure from escaping around door during operation.

Display / P.C. Board (29)

Operation and Service Diagnostic messages are viewed though use of a liquid crystal display (LCD) on front of top cover.

heaters.

energized, line voltage is sup-

1.2 Specifications

Factual data for the M 4•9 EasyClave™ Steam Sterilizer is provided in Table 1-2.

Table 1-2. Specifications

Description Data

Dimensions (overall):

Width.................................................15.3 in. (38.9 cm)

Depth ................................................21.2 in. (53.8 cm)

Height (w/o printer) ...........................15.9 in. (40.4 cm)

Height (w/ printer ..............................16.3 in. (41.4 cm)

Chamber Size: ..........4.5 in. “H” x 9 in. “W” x 12 in. “D”

(11.4 cm x 22.9 cm x 30.5 cm)

Shipping Carton: 24.25 in. "L" x 20.5 in. "W" x 21 in. "H"

(61.6 cm x 52.1 cm x 53.3 cm)

Weight:

With Reservoir Empty .......................82.0 lbs (37.2 kg)

Shipping weight w/ skid ..................115.0 lbs (52.2 kg)

Water Reservoir Capacity ....................Apprx. 1.0 gallon

(3.8 Liters) to full mark

Electrical Requirements:

115 VAC Unit ................................. 115 VAC, 50/60 HZ

12 amp, single phase

230 VAC Unit.................................230 VAC, 50/60 HZ

6.5 amp, single phase Power Consumption:

115 VAC Unit .......... 1550 Watts, 12 amps @ 120 VAC

230 VAC Unit ......... 1550 Watts, 6.5 amps @ 240 VAC

Recommended Circuit:

A separate (dedicated) circuit is recommended for this sterilizer. Sterilizer should not trical circuit with other appliances or equipment unless circuit is rated for the additional load.

Certifications: ............................................... AAMI ST55

ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code

Chamber Pressure:

Operating ............................... 27-31 psi (186-215 kPa)

Maximum Before Safety Valve Opens ............... 40 psi

be connected to an elec-

UL3101-1

(275.8 kPa)

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Chamber Temperature:

Operating .......................... 270 - 275° F (132 - 135° C)

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1.3 Parts Replacement Ordering

If a part replacement is required, order the part directly from the factory as follows:

(1) Refer to Figure 1-2 to determine the location of

the model number and serial number of the unit and record this data.

NOTE

To assure expedient service and correct parts you must have the correct Model and Serial Number the Sterilizer.

of

MA578400i

(2) • Refer to the Parts List to determine the item

Figure 1-2. Model / Serial Number Location

numbers of the parts, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities of parts needed and record this data.

• Determine installation date of sterilizer and record this data.

• Call Midmark (1-800 643-6275) and ask for

1.4 Special Tools

Table 1-3 lists all special tools needed to repair the sterilizer, how to obtain the tools, and purpose of each.

Technical Service Department. Please have the Model and Serial Number

of the sterilizer.

• See back cover of this manual for the phone number or use the Fax Order Form (See page 7-2 for Fax Order Form).

Table 1-3. Special Tool List

Description of Special Tool Manufacturer

Digital Multimeter w/ Amp Clamp (capable of displaying 3 digits)

Punch ( 3/32" diameter) Commercially Available Any Type For removal of roll pin that secures latch lever to

Digital Thermometer Commercially Available Any Type Used to check temperatures in order to diagnose

Pressure Gauge Test Harness Midmark Corporation

Combination Square (12" Rule) Commercially Available Any Type For Adjustment of Door Latch Interlock Switch

Commercially Available Any Type For performing continuity, voltage, and current

1-800 643-6275 Technical Service Dept.

Manufacturer’s Part

Number

checks.

pulse solenoid.

malfunctions.

002-0372-00 Used to check pressure in chamber during a cycle

in order to diagnose malfunctions.

Purpose of Special Tool

Thermal Joint Compound Commercially Available Obtain at Radio Shack Heat dissipation on Solid State Relay (SSR).

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TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

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2.1 Operational Test (See Figure 2-1)

In order to effectively diagnose a malfunction of sterilizer, it may be necessary to perform an operational test

as follows:

WARNING

Refer to Operator Manual for complete instructions on operating sterilizer.

Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

NOTE

Operational Test, for most part, only describes what should happen when sterilizer is operated. If sterilizer does something other than described, a problem has been discovered. Refer to Troubleshooting Guide to determine cause of problem and its correction.

WARNING

Use 220 - 240 VAC, 50 / 60 HZ alternat-

ing current only for 230 VAC models and 110 - 120 VAC, 50 / 60 HZ alternating current only for 115 VAC models. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock to personnel and will result in damage to sterilizer.

Do not use this sterilizer in an explosive or oxygen-enriched atmosphere. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or death.

(1) Plug sterilizer power cord into a grounded, non-

isolated, correctly polarized outlet, that has proper voltage for sterilizer.

NOTE

Grounding reliability can only be achieved if unit is connected to a matching three-pronged, grounded, non-isolated, correctly polarized receptacle.

(2) Electrical rating for 115 VAC Sterilizer:

115 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz, 12 amps Connect to a dedicated branch circuit rated for 115 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz, 15 amps minimum.

Electrical rating for 230 VAC Sterilizer:

230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz, 6.5 amps Connect to a dedicated branch circuit rated for 220 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz, 10 amps. Check label on back panel to verify electrical specifications required for unit.

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Figure 2-1. Display and Operator Control Pad

(3) Table 2-1, Operational Chart, describes a com-

plete cycle during Normal

operation, identifying audible signals, various display prompts and component operation.

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Normal Operation. Table 2-1.

Unit Plugged Into Outlet

Audible Display Action / Notes

Audible beeps INITIALIZING CYCLE Note: The fan may

TOTAL CYCLES X VER X . XX

SELECT CYCLE CHAMBER PREHEATED *

Press Cycle Key (i.e.: UNWRAPPED) or (WRAPPED)

Audible Display Action / Notes

UNWRAPPED

270° F 3:30 MINUTES

Audible Display Action / Notes

FILLING CHAMBER K3 contacts close

CHAMBER IS FULL

HEATING - UNWRAPPED

°F XX.X PSI

XXX (temp.) (pressure)

Note: At Apprx. 271°F (133°C) and 28 Psi (193 kPa) countdown begins.

Audible beeps (Occurs 5 seconds before Door opens.)

Audible beeps DRY CYCLE COMPLETE

STERILIZING

: XX XXX°F XX . X PSI

XX (time) (temp.) (pressure)

READY TO VENT

. XX XXX °F XX . X PSI

XX (time) (temp.) (pressure)

VENTING CHAMBER

°F XX.X PSI

XXX (temp.) (pressure)

DOOR TO OPEN

°F XX . X PSI

XXX (temp.) (pressure)

ITEMS STERILIZED DRY CYCLE XX:XX

(time counts down from 20 to 40 min.)

SELECT CYCLE CHAMBER PREHEATED

or greater. Display shows total amount of cycles that have been run. (VER is the software version number).

*If a cycle has previously been run display will also indicate CHAMBER PREHEATED.

NOTE: Pressing WRAPPED button, display time for sterilization cycle will be 9 MINUTES.

Press START Key

valve. Water from reservoir enters chamber.

opening K2 (Vent) contacts close open valve. At same time, K4 contacts close mally closed valve. Main Relay coil energizes, changing the positions of the contacts. Normally open contacts close Solid State Relay (SSR) is not energized, contacts are open operate.

Water reaches level of Water Level Sensor sending signal back to main P.C. board. K3 contacts on Main Control P.C. Board open Fill Valve closes

Solid State Relay (SSR) energizes closing With Main Relay, N/C contacts opened Steam Heater. Air Valve, being open temperature reaches 210°F (99°C) K4 contacts open pressure to build up. Air Valve will may

also open at 10, 14, & 18 Psi ( 69, 97, and 124 kPa).

Sterilization Time (3 1/2 min. Unwrapped or 9 min. Wrapped) counts down. RTD Temperature probes and Pressure Transducer monitor temperature and pressure. K4 contacts and Air Valve may open and close off by Solid State Relay (SSR) to maintain temp. / pressure.

10 seconds before end of STERILIZING cycle “READY TO VENT” is displayed.

Main Control P.C. board K2 relay contacts Open solenoid, returning Vent Valve to normally open Chamber vents.

Main Control P.C. board K5 relay contacts close just 1/2 second Door opens

Main Relay is OFF SSR cycles and Off to maintain temp. in chamber during dr ying cycle. Drying Cycle time is varible between 20 and 40 Minutes.

Open door completely and remove contents. Unit is ready for next sterilization cycle. For 90 minutes, if no other cycle is initiated, SSR will open and close. With Main Relay Off and Steam (Lower) heaters to maintain preheat temperature at 212°F (100°C). After 90 minutes, if no cycle has been initiated, power is removed.

to partially open position.

open & closed turning Auxiliary (Upper) and Steam (Lower) heaters On

, current flows thru Main Relay N/C contacts energizing Auxiliary (Upper)

run if the temperature inside cabinet is 130°F (+/- 8°F) (54°C).

on Main Control P.C. Board, Fill Valve solenoid coil energizes,

, energizing Vent Valve solenoid coil, closing the normally

, energizing Air Valve solenoid coil, opening nor-

and normally closed contacts open.

and heaters do not

,

stopping water flow into chamber.

its normally open contacts.

and N/O contacts closed, power is applied to

, allows air to be expelled from chamber. When

and Air Valve closes allowing

open at 6 Psi (41 kPa) and 22 Psi (152 kPa) and

while steam heater is cycled on and

, removing power from Vent Valve

position.

. Door Pulse solenoid energizes for

, releasing door latch.

, contacts are in their normally open and normally closed position.

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Figure 2-2. Schematic

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2.2 Service Diagnostics

EQUIPMENT ALERT

Always complete Service Diagnostics (Section 2.2) before replacing any major

components especially the Main P.C. Board.

Service Diagnostics allows testing various components of sterilizers through use of operator buttons, display unit and LED’s on Main P.C. board. It will be necessary to remove the panels of the sterilizer in order to view the various LED’s.

WARNING

Unplug unit from electrical outlet to prevent possibility of personal injury or

death from electrical shock.

(1) Unplug unit from electrical outlet.

(2) Remove panels (Refer to para 4-2).

(3) Place SW2 Switch 1 (Figure 2-3) in ON

position.

(left)

WARNING

Use extreme caution when unit is plugged into outlet to prevent possibil-

ity of personal injury from electrical shock.

(4) Plug unit into outlet.

(5) Use Table 2-2 to perform the Service Diagnos-

tics.

NOTE

Refer to Section 5 for Electrical Schematics / Wiring Diagrams.

(6) Unplug unit from electrical outlet.

(7) Place dip switch 1 ( Figure 2-3) located on SW2

on Main P.C. board in OFF normal operation.

(right) position for

NOTE

SW2, Dip Switch Assembly is located on upper, right corner of Main P.C. Board.

(8) Install panels.

Figure 2-3. Dip Switch Assembly (SW2)

Service Diagnostics. Table 2-2.

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Table 2-2. Service Diagnostics (Refer to Schematic Fig. 2-2).

Audible Display Action / Notes

Audible beeps INITIALIZING CYCLE

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TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Plug unit into outlet.

Audible beep when button is depressed.

Audible beeps whenever START or STOP buttons are depressed. Valve will emit a “clicking” sound when operated.

TOTAL CYCLES XX VER X . XX

SERVICE DIAGNOSTIC <START> I/O TEST <STOP> RECALL ERRORS

PRESS (UNWRAPPED) BUTTON

PRESS (WRAPPED) BUTTON

AIR VALVE TEST (START) TO TOGGLE (STOP) FOR NEXT TEST

VENT VALVE TEST (START) TO TOGGLE (STOP) FOR NEXT TEST

Display shows total amount of cycles that have been run. (VER is the software version number).

Press START

For testing button, when depressed an audible beep should occur if button is functioning correctly.

This function checks operation of Air Valve and related L1 Fuse, and K4 relay contacts on P.C. board.

Press START

K4 relay contacts close and the K4 LED illuminates. Power is applied to solenoid of AIR valve opening

Press START

K4 relay opens and K4 LED goes out. Solenoid of AIR valve deenergizes returning valve to Normally Closed position.

Press STOP

NOTE: VENT VALVE is a Normally Open valve. Power must be applied to valve

solenoid to Close valve.

This function checks operation of Vent Valve and related L1 Fuse, and K3 relay contacts on P.C. board

Press START

K2 relay contacts close and K2 LED illuminates. Power is applied to solenoid of VENT valve closing

Press START

K2 relay opens and K2 LED goes out. Solenoid of VENT valve deenergizes returning valve to Normally Open position.

Press STOP

once.

valve.

again.

to go to VENT VALVE test.

once.

again.

to go to FILL VALVE test.

Press STOP

ERROR 1: CXXX 2: CXXX 3: CXXX 4: CXXX 5: CXXX

NOTE: Last 5 Error Codes are displayed

with the number 1 being the most recent code.

<START> TO ZERO

Pressing START clears

<STOP> FOR NEXT TEST

Press STOP

END DIAGNOSTIC TEST UNPLUG/RE-PLUG UNIT

STEAM AUX PRESS XX.X F XX.X F XX.X P

NOTE: Pressure displayed is determined

by SW2 switch setting #7 and #8 for PSIG, PSIA, or kPa. Temperature displayed is °F or °C depending on switch setting #7.

all Codes.

(Does Not clear codes)

valve.

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Audible beeps whenever START or STOP buttons are depressed. Valve will emit a “clicking” sound when operated.

Audible beeps whenever START or STOP buttons are depressed.

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Table 2-2. Service Diagnostics (Refer to Schematic Fig. 2-2).

FILL VALVE TEST (START) TO TOGGLE (STOP) FOR NEXT TEST

DOOR OPEN TEST (START) TO OPERATE (STOP) FOR NEXT TEST

MAIN RELAY TEST (START) TO TOGGLE (STOP) FOR NEXT TEST

STEAM HEATER TEST (START) TO TOGGLE (STOP) FOR NEXT TEST

(Checks Lower

Note: Amperage draw when Steam heater is powered is approximately 12 Amps.

Heater)

WARNING: Pressing START button energizes (Opens) FILL valve allowing water to flow into chamber. Water Level Probe does not test. Water can overflow again or STOP button is pressed terminating test.

This function checks operation of Fill Valve and related L1 Fuse, and K3 relay contacts on P.C. board.

Press START

K3 relay contacts close and K3 LED illuminates. Power is applied to solenoid of FILL valve, opening ber.

Press START

K3 relay opens and K3 LED goes out. Power is removed from Fill Valve solenoid returning valve to Normally Closed position.

Press STOP

WAR NING: Door will immediately go to

partially open position from closed position when START button is depressed.

Checks operation of Door Pulse Solenoid and related L1 Fuse, and K5 relay contacts on P.C. board.

Press START

K5 relay contacts close and K5 LED illuminates . Power is briefly ( 1/2 second ) applied to Door Pulse Solenoid, door springs to partially open position. K5 relay opens, removing power from K5 LED and Door Pulse Solenoid.

Press STOP

Checks operation of Main Relay coil, N/O, N/C contacts and L1 Fuse.

Press START

Power is supplied thru P.C. board thru Plug J7 to coil of Main Relay energizing it. Normally Open and Normally Closed contacts change condition, Open contacts close and Close contacts open. MAIN LED on P.C. board at Plug J7 illuminates.

Press START Press STOP

WARNING: There is a 15 second maximum timing period that the

heater will be energized before it shuts off. To restart press START. Do not restart cycle more than twice before allowing unit to cool for apprx. 5 minutes.

Checks operation of Steam (Lower) Heater and related L1 Fuse, Upper and Lower Thermostat O/L’s, Solid State Relay (SSR), and Main Relay.

Press START

12 VDC Power is supplied thru P.C. board thru Plug J7 to coil of Main Relay, energizing it, N/O contacts close. 12 VDC is also supplied thru Plug J7 to Solid State Relay (SSR) (3 & 4) closing it. Line power is supplied thru the L1 fuse, N/C upper and lower thermostat O/L’s thru the SSR closed contacts (1 & 2) to the Common terminal of Main Relay. With Main Relay N/O contacts closed Main Relay and SSR Steam Relay LED’s on P.C. board at Plug J7 illuminate. SSR Steam LED on P.C. board at Plug J7 illuminates. Heater remains energized for a 15 second time period before it automatically off. To restart test depress START

Press STOP

once.

again.

to go to DOOR OPEN test.

.

to go to MAIN RELAY test.

.

again to change back to normal unenergized condition

to go to STEAM HEATER test.

.

to go to AUXILIARY HEATER test.

from chamber unless START button is pressed

current flows to Steam (Lower) Heater.

.

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function during

valve, water begins to fill cham-

turns

Audible Display Action / Notes

Note: Amperage draw when

Both heaters are powered is approximately 6.5 Amps.

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Audible beeps whenever START or STOP buttons are depressed.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Table 2-2. Service Diagnostics (Refer to Schematic Fig. 2-2).

AUXILIARY HEATER TEST (START) TO TOGGLE (STOP) FOR NEXT TEST

(Checks Both

STEAM AUX PRESS XX.X F XX.X F XX.X P

END DIAGNOSTIC TEST

UNPLUG/RE-PLUG UNIT

Heaters)

WAR NING: There is a 15 second maximum timing period that the heater will be energized before it shuts off. To restart press START. Do not restart cycle more than twice before allowing unit to cool for apprx. 5 minutes.

Checks operation of both Auxiliary and Steam Heaters, L1 Fuse, Upper and Lower Thermostat O/L’s, Solid State Relay (SSR), and Main Relay.

Press START

12 VDC is supplied thru Plug J7 to Solid State Relay (SSR) (3 & 4) closing it. Line power is supplied thru L1 fuse and N/C Upper and Lower Thermostat O/L’s thru the SSR closed contacts to the Common terminal of Main Relay. With Main Relay N/C contacts closed current flows thru the Relay contacts to the Auxiliary (Upper) Heater and then to the Steam (Lower) Heater. SSR Surface LED on P.C. board at Plug J7 illuminates. Heaters remain energized for 15 seconds before automatically To restart test depress START

Press STOP

DIAGNOSTIC TEST.

Checks Steam (Side) and Auxiliary (Trough) Temperature Sensors and Pressure. Displays temperature in °F or °C depending on setting of SW2, switch #7. Should the particular sensor be open, shorted, or have a disconnected lead, display will indicate a 32°F or 0.0°C reading. Sensor plugs are located on P.C. Board at J3 for Auxiliary (Trough) Sensor and J5 for Steam (Side) Sensor.

NOTE: When Service Diagnostics has been completed: Unplug unit Position SW2, Switch #1 to OFF Install covers Plug in unit.

.

to go to TEMPERATURE / PRESSURE DISPLAY & END

position

SECTION II

turning off.

2.3 Steam and Pressure Calibration.

When replacing a Steam temperature sensor (RTD), pressure transducer or main P.C. board it will be necessary to assure the components and system are calibrated. Use the following steps and tables to calibrate the system. Table 2-3 is for Temperature Calibration and Table 2-4 is for Pressure Calibration.

NOTE

When a Lower Temperature Probe is replaced, calibration is not required.

When changing a P.C. Board:

You must have the Pressure Span Steam Offset replaced. This information can be obtained two ways:

(1) Documentation is supplied with sterilizer

(2) Use SW2 dipswitches #2 and #3 to recover

a.) Dipswitch #2: Pressure Span and Offset. b.) Dipswitch #3: Steam Offset.

(3) After P.C. Board has been replaced re-enter old

calibration data from P.C. Board being

data before replacing P.C. Board:

calibration data:

, Pressure Offset, and

(4) Use SW2 dipswitch #2 to enter Pressure Span

and Pressure Offset data. (Refer to Table 2-4).

(5) Use SW2 dipswitch #3 to enter Steam Offset

data. (Refer to Table 2-3).

If a Pressure Transducer or Steam Temperature Probe is being replaced:

NOTE

Calibration data is shipped with the new component but it is a good idea to record the old data from the system before

(1) Recover the old data from the unit using SW2

dipswitch #2 (Pressure) and #3 (Temperature) and record for reference.

(2) Replace the component (Transducer or Temp.

Probe).

(3) Enter the new calibration data that came with

the component using the appropriate SW2 dipswitch, #2 for Pressures, #3 for Temperature.

replacing the component.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

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Table 2- 3

Steam (Side) Temperature Calibration (SW2 #3 Switch)

Display Action

WARNING: Unplug Unit. Place SW2 dip switch #3 ON

INITIALIZING

SYSTEM

OFFSET: +0.000 °C

CURRENT STEAM TEMP

CALIBRATION DATA

PLEASE RECORD *

<START> TO CONTINUE

Plug Unit in.

(IMPORTANT*: Always

Press START

Button

record the displayed Offset Temperature [ +0.000 °C ])

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. (All other dip switches should be OFF).

STEAM TEMP OFFSET

+0.00X °C

<UNWRAP> -0.1 C

<WRAPPED> +0.1 C

<STOP> TO CANCEL

<START> TO SAVE

STEAM TEMP

CALIBRATION MODE

SUCCESSFUL

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

<UNWRAP> -0.1 C

<WRAPPED> +0.1 C

STEAM TEMP

CALIBRATION MODE

CANCELLED

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

To change the Steam (Side) Offset Temperature depress the UNWRAP or WRAP button:

Each time UNWRAP Depressing WRAP

Pressing STOP Pressing START

Display after START was depressed

Display after STOP was depressed

IMPORTANT: Place SW2 dip switch #3 back to OFF position.

is depressed, increases reading 1 digit.

advances cursor to next digit (0.000).

here will cancel saving STEAM TEMP OFFSET data.

here will save STEAM TEMP OFFSET data.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

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Table 2- 4

Pressure Calibration (SW2 #2 Switch)

Display Action

WAR NING: Unplug Unit.

. (All other dip switches should be OFF).

INITIALIZING

SYSTEM

SPAN: +1.000

OFFSET: +0.000 KPA

CURRENT PRESSURE

CALIBRATION DATA

PLEASE RECORD*

<START> TO CONTINUE

Place SW2 dip switch #2 ON

Plug Unit in.

(IMPORTANT: Always

Press START

Button

Record the displayed SPAN [ +1.000 ] and OFFSET [ +0.000 KPA ].)

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PRESSURE SPAN

+ 1.000

<UNWRAP> INCR. DIGIT

<WRAP> NEXT DIGIT

<STOP> TO CANCEL

<START> TO SAVE

PRESSURE OFFSET

+0.000 KPA

<UNWRAP> INCR. DIGIT

<WRAP> NEXT DIGIT

<STOP> TO CANCEL

<START> TO SAVE

PRESSURE

CALIBRATION MODE

SUCCESSFUL

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

SPAN +1.000

OFFSET +0.000 KPA

PRESSURE

CALIBRATION MODE

CANCELLED

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

To change the Pressure Span depress the UNWRAP or WRAP button :

Each time UNWRAP Depressing WRAP

Pressing STOP Pressing START

To change the Pressure Offset depress the UNWRAP or WRAP button :

Each time UNWRAP Depressing WRAP

Pressing STOP Pressing START

Display after START was depressed

Display after STOP was depressed

is depressed, increases reading 1 digit.

advances cursor to next digit (0.000).

here will cancel ALL saving data.

here will save ONLY Pressure Span data.

is depressed, increases reading 1 digit.

advances cursor to next digit (0.000).

here will ONLY cancel saving Offset data.

here will save ONLY Pressure Offset data.

IMPORTANT: Place SW2 dip switch #2 back to OFF position.

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TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

2.5 Troubleshooting Procedures

Table 2-5 is a Troubleshooting Guide which is used to help to determine the cause of a malfunction.

Refer to Section V Schematics and Diagrams for tracing circuits and referencing points in Troubleshooting Guide.

Error Categories (Severity)

There are 4 categories of errors in the M4•9 software:

Automatic Errors:

Minor problem causing Operator to do something such as close the door, etc. Once cleared the software continues on where it left off.

Fast Restart Errors:

• Possible problems with M4•9 control system or with producing an effective sterilization cycle.

•May be due to something the Operator did such as pressing the STOP button during a sterilization mode.

•Could also be due to temperature values being outside the normal range required as sensed by the Lower Temperature probe.

• Operator is prompted by display to press STOP

button to Restart Software will abandon the sterilization cycle and return to SELECT CYCLE / PREHEAT MODE.

.

Fatal Errors

• This would indicate possible serious problems M4•9 control system.

• Pressing the STOP button before 60 seconds

(when it turns off automatically) will silence the audible signal but the Power must be disconnected error code display. Unit should not be ran until a trained Service Technician has repaired the malfunction.

with the

to clear the

NOTE

In the Troubleshooting Guide, Table 2-5, the Type of Error Category of the specific Code will be included on the chart.

EQUIPMENT ALERT

Always complete Service Diagnostics (Section 2.2) before replacing any major

components, especially the Main P.C. Control Board.

WARNING

Use extreme caution when testing com-

ponents with Sterilizer plugged into outlet. Line voltage is present. Failure to comply could result in personal injury.

Restart Errors:

• Like Fast Restart, indicates possible problems with M4•9 control system or with producing an effective sterilization cycle.

• Operator is prompted to press the STOP button,

abandoning the sterilization cycle.

Pressing the STOP button will stop the audible signal but 60+ seconds must indicated and the pressure inside the chamber must equal to or below 5 Psig (34.5 Kpa) before it returns to SELECT CYCLE / PREHEAT MODE to allow starting another cycle.

pass since the condition was

Rev. 4/02

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Problem Display / Symptom Probable Cause Check Correction

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(Non-Coded Errors)

Sterilizer has no power.

Touch pad and display do not work. Sterilizer has power.

No Display. Touch pads work. Sterilizer has power.

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

When depressed Touchpad or Display do not work.

There is no display and touch pad does not work.

Displayed data is a line of undefined characters and intermitent beep continues.

SECTION II

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Sterilizer is not plugged in. Check that power cord is

No power at outlet Check for voltage at outlet. Reset circuit breaker.

Main (L1) Fuse blown on back of unit.

Transformer has Open windings.

Plug on pin connection J12 on Main P.C. board has come loose.

Wire harness from Transformer and J12 pin connection has broken wire(s).

Transformer has open or shorted winding.

Fuses F1 and F2 on Main P.C. board are blown or open.

Ribbon cable from J1 on Main P.C. board to J3 on Display P.C. board is disconnected.

J1/ J3 ribbon cable has open lead(s).

Main P.C. Board is malfunctioning.

Display P.C. Board is malfunctioning.

Ribbon cable from J2 to touch pad is disconnected

J2 ribbon cable to touch pad has open lead(s).

plugged into sterilizer and/ or outlet.

Check continuity of fuse. Replace fuse with same style

Check for line pins 1 & 6 on primary side of transformer.

Check condition of connector on J12 of Main P.C. board.

Check continuity of wire harness from transformer to J12 pin connection.

Check for 18.5 VAC output on terminals 7 & 12 at transformer.

Check continuity of fuses F1 and F2 with Ohm meter.

Check plug connectors of J1 on Main P.C. board and J2 on Display P.C. board.

Check continuity of J1/J2 ribbon cable.

Check for 18.5 VAC on outlet side of F1/F2 fuses and 5 VDC on pin connector J1 across pins 1 & 2, then across pins 15 & 16 (see Main P.C. Board diagram).

Check for 5 VDC betweeen R1and Ground on Display P.C. Board (see Main P.C. Board diagram).

Check J2 Plug connection. Assure J2 Plug pins are aligned

Check continuity of J2 ribbon cable and touch pad.

voltage at

Plug power cord into sterilizer and/or outlet.

Assure outlet is on dedicated circuit capable of handling sterilizer power requirements.

and rating.

If 18.5 VAC is not present on secondary side when line voltage is present on primary side, replace Transformer (Refer to para 4.17).

Plug connector into J12 on Main P.C. board.

Repair or replace wire harness.

Replace transformer (Refer to para 4.17).

Replace fuses with same style and rating.

Assure printer ribbon cable connectors are plugged in securely

Replace ribbon cable.

If voltage is present at F1/F2 but no voltage is present at J1 and leads between transformer secondary and J12 have no broken connections replace Main P.C Board (Refer to para 4.22).

If no 5 VDC is present replace Display P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.4).

and connected securely.

Replace touch pad and ribbon cable assembly (Refer to para 4.5).

Rev. 10/02

Problem Display / Symptom Probable Cause Check Correction

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Unit will not fill.

(Coded Errors)

Code C010. (Type: FAST RESTART)

Code

C060.

(Type: FATAL)

Code

C102.

(Type: FAST RESTART unless

during Fill Mode, prompted by TEMP REG WARNING then it would be

RESTART.)

C103 HEATUP

Code

C104 STERILIZE

Code

C105 VENT C106 DOOR

Code

(Type: RESTART)

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

Display:

CHAMBER VENTING

BEFORE FILL

C010: POWER UP MODE

SYSTEM PWR LOSS

ITEMS NOT STERILE

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Unit lost power for a few seconds during Fill, Heat Up, or Sterilization Mode. Also, if power was lost during the Vent Mode for a Temperature Regulation Warning.

C060: POWER UP MODE

SYSTEM HARDWARE

ITEMS NOT STERILE *

UNPLUG/RE-PLUG UNIT

*No message on this line

power loss occurs

unless during Fill, Heatup, Sterilization or Vent (only in case of a Temp Reg Warning). Also, if an error that occurred in one of these modes was not properly cleared before unit was Unplugged and Replugged into power source.

C102: FILL MODE

STOP PRESSED

ITEMS NOT STERILE *

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

*No message on this line unless it occurs during Venting because of a Temp Reg Warning.

(Refer to column on left for

codes and description)

C10X: XXXXXX MODE

STOP PRESSED

ITEMS NOT STERILE*

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

*No message on this line

unless it occurs during

Venting because of a Temp

Reg Warning.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Atmospheric pressure setting out of calibration.

Power interruption. Check voltage supply to

May be an internal glitch due to a brief interruption of power with components on P.C. Board (RAM, EEPROM, A/DC.

Operator pressed STOP button, terminating FILL Mode.

Operator pressed STOP button, terminating HEATUP Mode.

Calibrate Atmospheric Pressure setting.

assure outlet is on a dedicated circuit with correct circuit breaker or fuse.

Check voltage supply to assure outlet is on a dedicated circuit with correct circuit breaker or fuse.

Check with person operating unit.

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• Unplug Unit & Open Door.

• Place SW2 dip switch #4 ON

• Plug in Unit.

• Displays: START TO ZERO.

• Press START

• Wait 1 - 2 minutes

• Unplug unit.

• Place SW2 dip switch #4 OFF

• Plug in unit.

Plug unit into a dedicated circuit with correct circuit breaker or fuse. Refer to Specifications para 1.5). Power interruption could be due to an electrical storm, brown out, etc.

Plug unit into a dedicated circuit with correct circuit breaker or fuse. Refer to Specifications para 1.5). Power interruption could be due to an electrical storm, etc.

Explain proper operation.

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Problem Display / Symptom Probable Cause Check Correction

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Code C232

(Type: RESTART)

Code

C326

(Type: AUTOMATIC)

C382

Code

(Type: AUTOMATIC)

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C232: FILL MODE

WATER LOW

ITEMS NOT STERILE

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

After door is closed or chamber vented, water fill (level) sensor did not detect water level within the 2 minutes period.

C326: DOOR MODE

Door remains closed one second after door pulse solenoid energized. Door is Open C326 is displayed.

ITEMS NOT STERILE

required time

DOOR CLOSED

OPEN DOOR

but Code

C382: FILL MODE

DOOR OPEN

CLOSE DOOR

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Reservoir water level low. Check water level in Res-

Mesh filter restricted. Check if mesh filter is

Water Fill Level Sensor dirty.

Fill Valve or related plumbing clogged.

Fill Valve coil malfunctioning.

J6 Plug connection loose or disconnected or broken wires.

P.C. board malfunctioning. • Check for 4.5 to 5.0 VDC

Door may be hanging up on door pulse solenoid latch.

Instrument(s) inside chamber depressing door interlock plunger.

Door Switch malfunctioning.

P.C. Board malfunctioning. Check for 115 VAC at J11,

Door Switch contacts opened during Fill Mode.

ervoir.

clogged.

Check Water Fill (level) Sensor for dirt or corrosion.

Check Water Fill Valve and related tubing for restricted or clogged.

Check continuity of Water Fill Valve solenoid coil for open winding.

Check Water Fill Valve sensor plug connection at J6 on P.C. Board and related leads.

at J6 pins 1 & 2 on P.C. Board.

• Run a Service Diagnostics to check functions of Fill Valve and related components

• Check position of door (open or closed).

• Run Service Diagnostics and check operation of door pulse solenoid.

Try opening door by lifting door handle. If handle does not move to open position door interlock plunger is stuck in locked position.

Check Door Switch contacts to assure they close when door is closed and open when door is opened.

3 (L2) & 4 (Door Interlock) terminals.

Check with person operating unit to see if door was opened as unit was filling.

Check Door Switch. Contact should be closed when door is in closed position.

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Add water to reservoir so that it is in the correct range on the water level label. Push STOP to restart back to SELECT CYCLE Mode.

Clean or replace mesh filter.

Clean or replace Water Fill (level) Sensor (Refer to para 4.33).

Clean or replace Water Fill Valve (Refer to para 4.27).

Replace Water Fill Valve (Refer to para 4.27).

Assure J6 plug connector is securely connected and related leads are not broken.

If no voltage replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

Always

run Service Diagnostics (Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

• Open door.

• Run another cycle. If condition persist where door must be manually opened check door pulse solenoid for adjustment (Refer to para 4-21).

Remove panels and if necessary, drain water from reservoir then tilt unit back until instrument(s) slide away from plunger and door can be opened.

Adjust Door Switch (Refer to para 4-20).

If voltage is present and problem persist replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4-22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Explain proper operation. Close door, cycle will continue where left off.

If contact of Door Switch shows open when door is closed adjust or replace switch (Refer to para

4.20).

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Problem Display / Symptom Probable Cause Check Correction

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Code C383

(Type: RESTART)

C384

Code

(Type: FA TAL)

C385

Code

(Type: RESTART)

C431

Code

(Type: FAST RESTART)

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C383: HEATUP MODE

DOOR OPEN

ITEMS NOT STERILE

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

C384: STERILIZE MODE

DOOR OPEN

ITEMS NOT STERILE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

C385: VENT MODE

DOOR OPEN

ITEMS NOT STERILE

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

C431: SELECT MODE

AUX TEMP LOW

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Auxiliary temperature (trough) has not risen to at least 212°F (100°C) in 10 minutes while unit is in SELECT/PREHEAT

Note: An initial cycle must be ran and unit must be warm for this code to display.

mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Door Switch contacts opened during Heatup Mode.

Door Switch contacts opened during Sterilize Mode.

Door Switch contacts opened during Vent Mode.

Door left wide open and tray rack not in position.

Water level of reservoir is covering outlet of condensing coil. Water siphons back into chamber trough resulting in low Auxiliary (trough) temperature.

Solid State Relay (SSR) malfunctioning.

Auxiliary (upper) or Steam (lower) heater has open winding.

Check with person operating unit to see if door was opened as unit was heating up.

Check Door Switch. Contact should be closed when door is in closed position.

Check with person operating unit to see if door was opened during Vent.

Check Door Switch. Contact should be closed when door is in closed position.

Door is left wide open for an extended length of time* and tray rack is not in place in chamber.

*Heaters will cycle on/off for 90 minutes to maintain preheat temp. 212°F (100°C).

Check if condensing coil outlet is beneath water level in reservoir.

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

Check continuity of both heaters. 115 VAC ohms, cold reading. 230 VAC ohms, cold reading.

heaters are 10

heaters are 39

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Explain proper operation. Push STOP to restar t back to SELECT CYCLE Mode.

If contact of Door Switch shows open when door is closed adjust or replace switch (Refer to para

4.20).

If contact of Door Switch shows open when door is closed adjust or replace switch (Refer to para

4.20).

Explain proper operation. Push STOP to restar t back to SELECT CYCLE Mode.

If contact of Door Switch shows open when door is closed adjust or replace switch (Refer to para

4.20).

Inform Operator that door should be placed in the partially open or closed position after each cycle.

• Inform operator not to over fill reservoir.

• If reservoir is not over filled but coil outlet is submerged, bend coil so outlet is a maximum of 1 7/8” below top of lid opening. Do not allow coil to touch top or sides of reservoir.

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

If a heater shows no or very different continuity, replace the heater (Refer to para(s) 4.31 or

4.32).

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Code C431 (Continued)

(Type: FAST RESTART)

C437

Code

(Type: FAST RESTART)

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

(Continued)

C431: SELECT MODE

AUX TEMP LOW

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Auxiliary temperature (trough) has not risen to at least 212°F (100°C) in 10 minutes while unit is in SELECT/PREHEAT

Note: An initial cycle must

be ran and unit must be

warm for this code to dis-

C437: DRY MODE

AUX TEMP LOW

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Chamber Temperature sensed by Auxiliary (trough) Temp. Sensor (RTD) is lower than 158° F (70°C) after 5 minutes into DRY mode.

mode.

play.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board malfunctioning.

Door left wide open and tray rack not in position.

Solid State Relay (SSR) malfunctioning.

Auxiliary (upper) or Steam (lower) heater has open winding.

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor malfunctioning.

Run Service Diagnostics and check STEAM and AUX temp readings.

Run Service Diagnostics and check each function. Also, make the various voltage checks as indicated on the P.C. Board Schematic in Section 5.

Door is left wide open for an extended length of time* and tray rack is not in place in chamber.

*Heaters will cycle on/off for 90 minutes to maintain preheat temp. 212°F (100°C).

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

Check continuity of both heaters. 115 VAC ohms, cold reading. 230 VAC ohms, cold reading.

Run Service Diagnostics and check STEAM and AUX temp readings.

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

heaters are 10

heaters are 39

SECTION II

If AUX temperature reading is not in line with STEAM replace Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (Refer to para 4.30).

Replace the P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Inform Operator that door should be placed in the partially open or closed position after each cycle.

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

If a heater shows no or very different continuity, replace the heater (Refer to para(s) 4.31 or

4.32).

If AUX temperature reading is not in line with STEAM replace Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (Refer to para 4.30).

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

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Code C437 (Continued)

(Type: FAST RESTART)

C461

Code

(Type: FAST RESTART)

Code

C467

(Type: FAST RESTART)

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

(Continued)

C437: DRY MODE

AUX TEMP LOW

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Chamber Temperature

sensed by Auxiliary

(trough) Temp. Sensor (RTD) is lower than 158° F (70°C) after 5 minutes into

DRY mode.

C461: SELECT MODE

AUX TEMP HARDWARE

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Auxiliary A / D converter reports an average value outside the limits for normal operation during the SELECT mode.

Note: This will only occur during a warm start (back to back cycles).

C467: DRY MODE

AUX TEMP HARDWARE

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Auxiliary A / D converter reports an average value outside the limits for normal operation during the DRY mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Main P.C. Board malfunctioning.

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) unplugged from P.C. Board.

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) unplugged from P.C. Board.

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Run Service Diagnostics and check each function. Also, make the various voltage checks as indicated on the P.C. Board Schematic in Section 5.

Check condition of Auxiliiary RTD plug on P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic in Section 5).

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

Check condition of Auxiliiary RTD plug on P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic in Section 5).

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

SECTION II

Replace the P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

Always

run Service Diagnostics (Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Assure Auxiliary RTD plug connector is secure.

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30.

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

Always

run Service Diagnostics (Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Assure Auxiliary RTD plug connector is secure.

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

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Code C470

(Type: FA TAL)

Note: When a Code ends in “0” it means unit had a supply power interruption. The operator could have unplug the unit when a previous Code was displayed. Always go to Service Diagnostics and check previous 5 codes that are displayed.

Code

C471

(Type: FA TAL)

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C470: POWER UP MODE

AUX TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Auxiliary temperature exceeds 568.4°F (298°C) during POWER UP mode.

C471: SELECT MODE

AUX TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Auxiliary temperature exceeds 568.4°F (298°C) during SELECT mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning. Resistance value of RTD is above 2113 ohms, indicating temperature is over

568.4°F (298°C)

May be due to a malfunction that occurred previously to Code displayed.

Auxiliary (upper) high limit switch is weak and opened prematurely.

P.C. Board malfunctioning. Run Service Diagnostics

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning. Resistance value of RTD is above 2113 ohms, indicating temperature is over

568.4°F (298°C)

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

P.C. Board malfunctioning. Run Service Diagnostics

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

Go to Service Diagnostics and check previous 5 displayed codes.

Disconnect power and check continuity across high limit switch. Limit opens at 475° F (246° C) +/- 25° F (-4° C) Close at 395° F (202° C) +/- 25° F (-4° C)

and make various voltage checks as indicated on P.C. Schematic.

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

and make various voltage checks as indicated on P.C. Schematic.

SECTION II

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

Refer to Code Numbers in Troubleshooting Guide to determine correction.

If continuity is not present and temperature at limit is below the Limit’s “Open” temperature replace Limit Switch (Refer to para 4.28).

Replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

Replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

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Code C472

(Type: FA TAL )

C473

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

C474

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C472: FILL MODE

AUX TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Auxiliary temperature exceeds 568.4°F (298°C) during FILL mode.

C473: HEATUP MODE

AUX TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Auxiliary temperature exceeds 568.4°F (298°C) during HEATUP mode.

C474: STERILIZE MODE

AUX TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Auxiliary temperature exceeds 568.4°F (298°C) during STERILIZE mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning. Resistance value of RTD is above 2113 ohms, indicating temperature is over

568.4°F (298°C)

P.C. Board malfunctioning. Run Service Diagnostics

Sterilizer not level, water fill is not adequate.

Water is not filling trough adequately due to dirty or corroded Level Sensor Probe.

Vent Valve malfunctioning, staying open.

Air Valve doesn’t close. Check operation of Air

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning. Resistance value of RTD is above 2113 ohms, indicating temperature is over

568.4°F (298°C)

P.C. Board malfunctioning. Run Service Diagnostics

Sterilizer not level, water fill is not adequate.

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

and make various voltage checks as indicated on P.C. Schematic.

Check level as described in Installation of I/O manual.

Check condition of Level Sensor Probe.

Run Service Diagnostics and check Vent Valve operation and for leakage when closed. Check Vent Valve Solenoid coil: 115 VAC = 92 Ohms 230 VAC = 376 Ohms (+ / - 10 %)

Valve by running Service Diagnostics and check coil resistance. Refer to Schematic of Main P.C. Board.

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

and make various voltage checks as indicated on P.C. Schematic.

Check level as described in Installation of I/O manual.

SECTION II

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

Replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Level unit.

Clean or replace Level Sensor Probe (Refer to para 4.33).

If coil shows an “open” or leakage is determined, replace Vent Valve (Refer to para 4.27).

Replace Air Valve Assembly (Refer to para 4.24).

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

Replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Level unit.

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Code

C474

(Type: FA TA L)

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

(Continued)

C474: STERILIZE MODE

AUX TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Auxiliary temperature

exceeds 568.4°F (298°C)

during STERILIZE mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Water is not filling trough adequately due to dirty or corroded Level Sensor Probe.

Vent Valve malfunctioning, staying open.

Air Valve doesn’t close. Check operation of Air

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning. Resistance value of RTD is above 2113 ohms, indicating temperature is over

568.4°F (298°C)

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

P.C. Board malfunctioning. Run Service Diagnostics

Check condition of Level Sensor Probe.

Run Service Diagnostics and check Vent Valve operation and for leakage when closed. Check Vent Valve Solenoid coil: 115 VAC 230 VAC (+ / - 10 %)

Valve by running Service Diagnostics and check coil resistance. Refer to Schematic of Main P.C. Board.

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

and make various voltage checks as indicated on P.C. Schematic.

= 92 Ohms = 376 Ohms

SECTION II

Clean or replace Level Sensor Probe (Refer to para 4.33).

If coil shows and “open” or leakage is determined, replace Vent Valve (Refer to para 4.27).

Replace Air Valve Assembly (Refer to para 4.24).

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

Replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

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Code C475 VENT

C476 HEATUP

Code

(Type: FATAL )

C477

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

(Refer to column on left for

codes and description)

C47X: XXXXXX MODE

AUX TEMP OVERLIM

ITEMS NOT STERILE *

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

*No message on this line unless it occurs during Venting because of a Temp Reg Warning.

Auxiliary temperature exceeds 568.4°F (298°C) during VENT mode.

C477: DRY MODE

AUX TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Auxiliary temperature exceeds 568.4°F (298°C) during DRY mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning. Resistance value of RTD is above 2113 ohms, indicating temperature is over

568.4°F (298°C)

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

P.C. Board malfunctioning. Run Service Diagnostics

Auxiliary Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning. Resistance value of RTD is above 2113 ohms, indicating temperature is over

568.4°F (298°C)

Main Relay malfunctioning keeping Steam Heater energized.

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

and make various voltage checks as indicated on P.C. Schematic.

Remove plug connector at J3 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10%

Run Service Diagnostics, Main Relay Test, Steam & Auxiliary Heater Test.

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

SECTION II

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

Replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

If Auxiliary Temperature probe shows values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.30).

If Main Relay did not function correctly replace Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

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Code C533

(Type: FA TAL )

Code

C544.

(Error Type: FATAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C533: HEATUP MODE

STEAM TEMP LOW

ITEMS NOT STERILE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

During Heat Up Mode steam temperature (monitored by Side RTD) does not rise at least 5°F (2.78°C) within 10 minutes. Sterilization Mode not reached by 20 minutes.

C544: STERILIZE MODE

STEAM TEMP HIGH

ITEMS NOT STERILE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

During the Sterilization

Mode of the particular

cycle, the chamber temp.

increases (+6°F) above

the cycle’s designated

sterilization temp.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Steam Heater is malfunctioning not supplying heat.

Steam leakage from chamber.

Solid State Relay (SSR) malfunctioning.

Main Relay malfunctioning.

Steam Temperature sensor (RTD) is malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Water dissipated or leaked out thru Vent or Fill Valve causing temperature in chamber to fluctuate over Sterilization temperature.

Steam Temperature sensor (RTD) is malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Check continuity of Steam (Lower) heater. 115 VAC ohms, cold reading. 230 VAC ohms, cold reading.

Check door gasket, all fittings and valves for leakage.

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

Run Service Diagnostics, Main Relay Test, Steam & Auxiliary Heater Test.

Run Service Diagnostics and check STEAM and AUX temp readings.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also, run Service Diagnostics.

Check condition of Vent and Fill Valves to assure they are not leaking thru valve.

Place a calibrated temperature probe inside chamber & run Service Diagnostics and check STEAM temp readings.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage on pins 1 &

2. Voltage should be apprx.

4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also, run Service Diagnostics.

heaters are 10

heaters are 39

SECTION II

If no continuity registers replace heater (Refer to para 4-31).

Repair or replace leaking component(s).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

If Main Relay did not function correctly replace Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

If STEAM temperature reading is not in line with AUX replace STEAM Temperature Sensor (Refer to para 4.19).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Replace malfunctioning valve if required (Refer to para 4.27).

If STEAM temperature reading is not in line with temperature probe reading replace STEAM Temperature Sensor (Refer to para 4.19).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

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Code C554

(Type: FA TAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C554: STERILIZE MODE

STEAM TEMP REG

ITEMS NOT STERILE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

For the 2nd time (1st time

unit automatically restarts)

during Sterilization Mode, questionable regulation of

sterilization conditions

(pressure / temperature)

inside chamber.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Inadequate water in chamber trough. Unit not level.

Chamber being overloaded, especially if overloaded with porous articles such as towels, etc.

Steam leakage from chamber.

Temperature RTD out of calibration. A Temperature Sensor or P.C. Board were recently replaced.

Pressure Transducer out of calibration. A pressure transducer or P.C. Board were recently replaced.

Air Valve malfunctioning. Check operation of Air

Pressure Transducer malfunctioning.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD) malfunctioning.

P.C. Board malfunctioning. Disconnect Pressure

Visual check water level in chamber trough after FILL.

Check for overloading conditions.

Check door gasket, all fittings and valves for leakage.

Getting frequent C554 or other codes due to an inaccurate steam temperature.

If getting frequent C554 or codes that an inaccurate pressure reading would be the cause of.

Valve by running Service Diagnostics and check coil resistance. Refer to Schematic of Main P.C. Board.

• Check Pressure Transducer ribbon cable at J14 connector on P.C. Board to assure connector is secure.

• Disconnect Pressure Transducer connector from J14 plug and check for

5.0 VDC at pins 1 & 2 when power is applied to P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic, Section 5).

Run Service Diagnostics, compare readings from Steam (Side) and Auxiliary (trough) temp. sensors. Unplug Steam Temp. RTD and check continuity of sensor.

Transducer connector from J14 plug and check for 5.0 VDC at pins 1 & 2 when power is applied to P.C. Board.(Refer to P.C. Board Schematic, Section 5).

SECTION II

Level sterilizer per instructions in Installation / Operation Manual, “Leveling the Sterilizer.”

Inform Operator of proper loading procedures. Refer to Operation Manual.

Repair or replace leaking component(s).

Calibrate the Temperature Settings (Refer to para 2.3).

Calibrate the Pressure Settings (Refer to para 2.3).

Replace Air Valve Assembly (Refer to para 4.24).

If Pressure Transducer connector is secure and 5.0 VDC is present at pins 1 & 2 replace Pressure Transducer (Refer to para 4.18).

If sensor shows open reading on continuity or a 32° F (0° C) reading during Service Diagnostics, replace Sensor (Refer to para 4.19).

If 5.0 VDC is not present when voltage is applied to P.C. board replace board (Refer to para

4.22). run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

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Code C560

(Type: FA TAL )

Note: When a Code ends in “0” it means unit had a supply power interruption. The operator could have unplug the unit when a previous Code was displayed. Always go to Service Diagnostics and check previous 5 codes that are displayed.

Code

C561 SELECT

Code

C562 FILL C563 HEATUP

Code

C564 STERILIZE

Code

C565 VENT C566 DOOR

Code

C567 DRY

(Type: FA TAL )

C570

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

Note: When a Code ends in “0” it means unit had a supply power interruption. The operator could have unplug the unit when a previous Code was displayed. Always go to Service Diagnostics and check previous 5 codes that are displayed.

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C560: POWER UP MODE

STEAM TEMP HARDWARE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam A/ D converter reports an average value outside the limits for normal operation during POWER UP mode.

(Refer to column on left for

codes and description)

C56X: XXXXXX MODE

STEAM TEMP HARDWARE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam A/ D converter reports an average value outside the limits for normal operation during SELECT mode.

C570: POWER UP MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during POWER UP mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

May be due to a malfunction that occurred previously to Code displayed.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD) unplugged from P.C. Board at J5 pin connector.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD) unplugged from P.C. Board at J5 pin connector.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

May be due to a malfunction that occurred previously to Code displayed.

Go to Service Diagnostics and check previous 5 displayed codes.

Check condition of Steam RTD plug on P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic in Section 5).

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

Check condition of Steam RTD plug on P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic in Section 5).

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

Go to Service Diagnostics and check previous 5 displayed codes.

SECTION II

Refer to Code Numbers in Troubleshooting Guide to determine correction.

Assure Steam RTD plug connector is secure.

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Assure Steam RTD plug connector is secure.

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Refer to Code Numbers in Troubleshooting Guide to determine correction.

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Code C570 (Continued)

(Type: FA TAL )

Note: When a Code ends in “0” it means unit had a supply power interruption. The operator could have unplug the unit when a previous Code was displayed. Always go to Service Diagnostics and check previous 5 codes that are displayed.

Code

C571 SELECT C572 FILL

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

C573

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

(Continued)

C570: POWER UP MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during POWER UP mode.

(Refer to column on left for

codes and description)

C57X: XXXXXX MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during SELECT mode.

C573: HEATUP MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

ITEMS NOT STERILE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during HEAT UP mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

Main Relay malfunctioning keeping Steam Heater energized.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Some error code occurred resulting in Operator unplugging and re-plugging unit while chamber was hot (over 276° F [135° C] ).

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

Run Service Diagnostics, Main Relay Test, Steam & Auxiliary Heater Test.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

Run Service Diagnostics and check Steam (side) Temperature.

SECTION II

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

If Main Relay did not function correctly replace Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Unplug unit and allow unit to cool below 276° F (135° C). Plug unit in and run a cycle.

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Code C573 (Continued)

(Type: FA TAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

(Continued)

C573: HEATUP MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

ITEMS NOT STERILE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during HEAT UP mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

Main Relay malfunctioning keeping Steam Heater energized.

Pressure lines to Pressure Transducer restricted or clogged.

Pressure Transducer malfunctioning.

Cassette Tray Rack installed backward in chamber causing water level sensor shorting to rack resulting in no fill and heaters to overheat.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

Run Service Diagnostics, Main Relay Test, Steam & Auxiliary Heater Test.

Check for restriction in tubing and chamber access hole for Pressure Transducer.

• Check Pressure Transducer ribbon cable at J14 connector on P.C. Board to assure connector is secure.

• Disconnect Pressure Transducer connector from J14 plug and check for

5.0 VDC at pins 1 & 2 when power is applied to P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic, Section 5).

Check to assure Cassette Tray Rack is installed correctly.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

SECTION II

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

If Main Relay did not function correctly replace Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

Clear any restriction that could prevent chamber pressure from reaching Pressure Transducer.

If Pressure Transducer connector is secure and 5.0 VDC is present at pins 1 & 2 replace Pressure Transducer (Refer to para 4.18).

Inform operator of correct position of Cassette Tray Rack.

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

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Code C574

(Type: FA TAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C574: STERILIZE MODE STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

ITEMS NOT STERILE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during STERILIZE mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Some error code occurred resulting in Operator unplugging and re-plugging unit while chamber was hot (over 276° F [135° C] ).

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

Main Relay malfunctioning keeping Steam Heater energized.

Pressure lines to Pressure Transducer restricted or clogged.

Pressure Transducer malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Run Service Diagnostics and check Steam (side) Temperature.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

Run Service Diagnostics, Main Relay Test, Steam & Auxiliary Heater Test.

Check for restriction in tubing and chamber access hole for Pressure Transducer.

• Check Pressure Transducer ribbon cable at J14 connector on P.C. Board to assure connector is secure.

• Disconnect Pressure Transducer connector from J14 plug and check for

5.0 VDC at pins 1 & 2 when power is applied to P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic, Section 5).

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

SECTION II

Unplug unit and allow unit to cool below 276° F (135° C). Plug unit in and run a cycle.

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

If Main Relay did not function correctly replace Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

Clear any restriction that could prevent chamber pressure from reaching Pressure Transducer.

If Pressure Transducer connector is secure and 5.0 VDC is present at pins 1 & 2 replace Pressure Transducer (Refer to para 4.18).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

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Code C575

(Type: FA TAL )

C576

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

C575: VENT MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

ITEMS NOT STERILE *

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

*No message on this line unless it occurs during Venting because of a Temp Reg Warning.

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during VENT mode.

C576: DOOR MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during DOOR OPEN mode.

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Filter screen in trough restricted.

Vent Valve malfunctioning or related lines or fittings restricted.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

Main Relay malfunctioning keeping Steam Heater energized.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Remove filter screen and check condition.

Run Service Diagnostics and check Vent Valve operation and check for debris in Valve and related lines and fittings.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

Run Service Diagnostics, Main Relay Test, Steam & Auxiliary Heater Test.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

SECTION II

Clean or replace filter screen.

Clean or replace Vent Valve, related lines and fittings (Refer to para 4.27).

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

If Main Relay did not function correctly replace Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

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Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Display / Symptom Probable Cause Check Correction

Code C576 (Continued)

(Type: FA TAL )

C577

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

(Continued)

C576: DOOR MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during DOOR OPEN mode

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during DRY OPEN mode.

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C577: DRY MODE

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

Main Relay malfunctioning keeping Steam Heater energized.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Door malfunctioning, not opening.

Steam Temperature Sensor (RTD), located on side of chamber, malfunctioning.

Solid State Relay (SSR) shorted causing power being supplied to heaters constantly.

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

Run Service Diagnostics, Main Relay Test, Steam & Auxiliary Heater Test.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

Door may be remaining closed due to gasket sticking due to Operator running multiple cycles and interupting total time for Dry Cycle causing overheating conditions and gasket to swell. Allow unit to cool and run Service Diagnostics to check door operation.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check resistance value (ohms) of RTD. Resistance values should be between the following: 75°F (23°C) = 1090 ohms. 545°F (285°C) = 2066 ohms.

Above values +/- 10 Ohms

• Disconnect power from unit.

• Remove line voltage leads from terminals 1 & 2 of SSR, place terminals out of way to prevent electrical shock.

• Place meter probes on terminals 1 & 2 and check ohms.

• Run Service Diagnostics, go to Steam and Auxiliary Heater Test. When Heaters are on (switch is closed) apprx. 700 ohms should register on meter.

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) Refer to para 4.15).

If Main Relay did not function correctly replace Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

Always

run Service Diagnostics

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Inform Operator about proper operation. Clean or replace door gasket (Refer to para 4.10).

If Steam Temperature probe shows open or values outside resistance ranges replace probe (Refer to para 4.19).

If ohms value did not register on meter when heaters were energized replace Solid State Relay (SSR) (Refer to para 4.15).

Problem Display / Symptom Probable Cause Check Correction

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Code C577 (Continued)

(Type: FA TAL )

Code

C633

(Type: FA TAL )

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

(Continued)

C577: DRY MODE

STEAM TEMP OVERLIM

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Steam temperature exceeds 276.1°F (135.6°C) during DRY OPEN mode.

C633: HEATUP MODE

ITEMS NOT STERILE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

After Air Valve closes if chamber pressure doesn’t reach 1 Psig in 1 minute or gauge pressure inside chamber does not reach at least 4.93 psig (34 kPag) within 16 minutes since the beginning of HEAT UP mode.

PRESSURE LOW

TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Main Relay malfunctioning keeping Steam Heater energized.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Door gasket leaking. Check door gasket for

Pressure Relief Valve leaking.

Vent Valve leaking. Check for leakage from

Air Valve leaking. Check for leakage from Air

Leakage around fittings, etc.

Steam (Lower, trough) Heater malfunctioning.

Main Relay contacts (NO) did not close, energizing Steam Heater.

Pressure Transducer out of calibration. A pressure transducer or P.C. Board were recently replaced.

Pressure Transducer malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board malfunctioning.

Run Service Diagnostics, Main Relay Test, Steam & Auxiliary Heater Test.

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

leakage.

Check for pressure leaking from pressure relief valve. Lanyard, connect to relief valve may be holding open valve.

Vent Valve.

Valve .

Check for leakage around fittings.

Check Steam Heater resistance and for grounding. 115 VAC 230 VAC (+/- 10% cold reading)

Run Service Diagnostics and check continuity across Main Relay contacts (NO) when operated.

Getting frequent codes that an inaccurate pressure reading would contribute to.

• Check Pressure Transducer ribbon cable at J14 connector on P.C. Board to assure connector is secure.

• Disconnect Pressure Transducer connector from J14 plug and check for

5.0 VDC at pins 1 & 2 when power is applied to P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic, Section 5).

Remove plug connector at J14 on P.C. board and check for 5.0 VDC. with unit plugged in. Also, run Service Diagnostics.

= 10 Ohms* = 39 Ohms*

SECTION II

If Main Relay did not function correctly replace Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

Replace door gasket (Refer to para 4.10).

Check lanyard, If pressure relief valve continues to leak replace it (Refer to para 4.26).

Replace Vent Valve (Refer to para 4.27).

Replace Air Valve (Refer to para

4.24).

Tighten or replace leaking fitting(s).

If Steam heater shows open or short replace heater (Refer to para 4.31).

If Main Relay contacts do not close when relay is energized replace Main Relay (Refer to para 4.16).

Calibrate the Pressure Setting (Refer to para 2.3).

If voltage is present, replace pressure transducer (Refer to para 4.18).

If voltage is not present replace Main P.C. board (Refer to para

4.22). run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

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TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Display / Symptom Probable Cause Check Correction

Code C642

(Type: RESTART)

C645

Code

(Type: RESTART)

C647

Code

(Type: RESTART)

C642: FILL MODE PRESSURE HIGH

ITEMS NOT STERILE

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

After Filling has begun, gauge pressure inside chamber is equal to or greater than 2.18 PSIG (15 kPa).

Note: This code would appear when the unit was being ran during consecutive cycles, one after another, with a hot chamber.

C645: VENT MODE

PRESSURE HIGH

ITEMS NOT STERILE *

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

*No message on this line unless it occurs during Venting because of a Temp Reg Warning.

Absolute pressure inside chamber is greater than

0.73 PSIG (5 kPa) for longer than 5 minutes (i.e., Vent mode not complete).

C647: DRY MODE PRESSURE HIGH

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Gauge pressure inside chamber is equal to or greater than 2.18 PSIG (15 kPa) during DRY mode.

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Air Valve doesn’t close. Check operation of Air

Vent Valve malfunctioning, staying open.

Atmospheric Pressure is out of calibration.

Pressure Transducer out of calibration. A pressure transducer or P.C. Board were recently replaced and unit was not calibrated.

Vent Valve malfunctioning, staying open.

Pressure Transducer malfunctioning.

Main P.C. Board Malfunctioning.

Door did not fully open even though latch released allowing chamber to retain a slight pressure. Door Gasket may have stuck due to abnormally high temperatures at Startup (230° F or above) due to running back-to-back cycles over a period of time.

Valve by running Service Diagnostics and check coil resistance. Refer to Schematic of Main P.C. Board.

Run Service Diagnostics and check Vent Valve operation and for leakage when closed. Check Vent Valve Solenoid coil: 115 VAC = 92 Ohms 230 VAC = 376 Ohms (+ / - 10 %)

If same Code is displayed on every run.

Getting frequent codes that an inaccurate pressure reading would contribute to.

Run Service Diagnostics and check Vent Valve operation and for leakage when closed. Check Vent Valve Solenoid coil: 115 VAC = 92 Ohms 230 VAC = 376 Ohms (+ / - 10 %)

• Check Pressure Transducer ribbon cable at J14 connector on P.C. Board to assure connector is secure.

• Disconnect Pressure Transducer connector from J14 plug and check for

5.0 VDC at pins 1 & 2 when power is applied to P.C. Board. (Refer to P.C. Board Schematic, Section 5).

Remove plug connector at J5 on P.C. Board and check voltage. Voltage should be apprx. 4.5 VDC at all times with unit plugged in. Also run Service Diagnostics.

Run Service Diagnostics to check component operation. Check amount of cycles (back-to-back) Operator ran before problem occurred. Check condition of door gasket.

Replace Air Valve Assembly (Refer to para 4.24).

If coil shows an “open” or leakage is determined, replace Vent Valve (Refer to para 4.27).

Calibrate unit to Atmospheric pressure (Refer to SW2 Settings, Section 5).

Calibrate the Temperature / Pressure Settings (Refer to para 2.3).

If coil shows an “open” or leakage is determined, replace Vent Valve (Refer to para 4.27).

If Pressure Transducer connector is secure and 5.0 VDC is present at pins 1 & 2 replace Pressure Transducer (Refer to para 4.18).

If voltage is not present or Service Diagnostics reveals a problem replace P.C. Board (Refer to para 4.22).

run Service Diagnostics

Always

(Para 2.2) before replacing P.C. Board.

If door gasket is worn or dirty clean or replace gasket (Refer to para 4.10). Inform Operator that problem could occur when back-to-back cycles have been ran and Startup temperature is 230° F or above.

Problem Display / Symptom Probable Cause Check Correction

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Code C647 (Continued)

(Type: RESTART)

C660

Code

(Type: FA TAL )

Note: When a Code ends in “0” it means unit had a supply power interruption. The operator could have unplug the unit when a previous Code was displayed. Always go to Service Diagnostics and check previous 5 codes that are displayed.

Table 2-5. Troubleshooting Guide

(Continued)

C647: DRY MODE PRESSURE HIGH

PUSH STOP TO RESTART

Gauge pressure inside

chamber is equal to or

greater than 2.18 PSIG

(15 kPa) during DRY

C660: POWER UP MODE PRESSURE HARDWARE

UNPLUG / RE-PLUG UNIT

Pressure A/ D converter reports an average value outside the limits for normal operation during POWER UP mode.