Safety First: The primary concern of Midmark Corpo-
ration is that this sterilizer is maintained with the safety
of the 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
contained in this manual before attempting to
service or repair this sterilizer.
Warnings
Throughout this manual are Note, Caution, and Danger
paragraphs that call attention to particular procedures.
These items are used as follows:
NOTE
A note is used to amplify an operating procedure,
practice, or condition.
Warranty Instructions
Refer to the Midmark “Limited Warranty” printed on the
back cover of the Installation and Operation Manual for
warranty information. Failure to follow the guidelines
listed below will void the warranty and/or render the
sterilizer unsafe for operation.
• In the event of a malfunction, do not attempt to
operate 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.
CAUTION
!!
not correctly followed, could result in equipment
damage.
A CAUTION is used for an operating
procedure, practice, or condition which, if
DANGER
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which, if not correctly followed, could result in
loss of life or serious personal injury.
A DANGER is used for an operating
procedure, practice, or condition
This manual contains detailed troubleshooting, scheduled maintenance, maintenance, and service instructions for the M7 SpeedClave ® Sterilizer. This manual
is intended to be used by Midmark’s authorized service
technicians.
1.2 How to Use Manual
A. Manual Use When Performing Scheduled Mainte-
nance.
(1) Perform inspections and services listed in
Scheduled Maintenance Chart (Refer to
para 3.1).
(2) If a component is discovered to be faulty or out
of adjustment, replace or adjust component in
accordance with Maintenance / Service Instructions (Refer to para 4.1).
B. Manual Use When Sterilizer Is Malfunctioning And
Cause Is Unknown.
(1) Perform an operational test on sterilizer (Refer
to para 2.1).
(2) Perform troubleshooting procedures listed in
Troubleshooting Guide (Refer to para 2.2).
(3) If a component is discovered to be faulty or out
of adjustment, replace or adjust component in
accordance with Maintenance/Service Instructions (Refer to para 4.1).
C. Manual Use When Damaged Component Is Known.
(1) Replace or adjust component in accordance
with Maintenance/Service Instructions (Refer to
para 4.1).
1.3 Description Of M7 Sterilizer
A. General Description (See Figure 1-1).
The M7 SpeedClave ® Sterilizer is a self generating
steam sterilizer designed to sterilize instruments and
other sterilizable goods. The major components of the
sterilizer consist of a chamber, condensing tank assembly, heating element, temperature regulator relay,
diaphragm cup, timer assembly, timer buzzer, manual
reset overheat thermostat (low water), auto-reset
overheat thermostat (low water) (auto-reset overheat
thermostat is only on newer units with CS or RB serial
number prefixes), pilot light, fill / vent valve, bellows
assembly, pressure relief valve, temperature gauge,
and reset button linkage assembly.
B. Theory of Operation (See Figures 5-1 thru 5-3).
Electrical Operation
Current flows thru the normally closed contacts of the
overheat thermostat(s) (also known as the low water
thermostat) to one side of the contacts on the timer
switch. When the timer assembly is not set to a time,
the timer switch contacts are not closed and no path to
the heating element is completed. When the operator
sets the timer assembly to any time setting, the timer
switch contacts are closed allowing current to flow
across the normally closed contacts of the temperature
regulator relay and be applied to the heating element,
causing it to heat up. Current is also applied across the
pilot light causing it to illuminate, thus indicating that the
heating element is energized. The diaphragm cup is
pressure sensitive and expands outward as the pressure in the chamber increases. The normally closed
temperature regulator relay is adjusted so the diaphragm cup will push open the contacts of the relay
when the selected temperature / pressure is reached
during a sterilizing cycle, de-energizing the heating
element. When the temperature / pressure lowers
slightly, the diaphragm cup contracts allowing the
temperature regulator relay to close its contacts which
causes current to be applied to the heating element and
pilot light again. The temperature in the chamber is
regulated to within +1° to +2° of the selected temperature during the cycle by the continuous opening and
closing of the temperature regulator relay contacts by
the diaphragm cup. The timer assembly contains a
timer motor which runs the timer assembly. When the
timer is run down to a setting of 0 minutes, the timer
switch contacts move, breaking the circuit to the
heating element and pilot light. A circuit to the timer
buzzer is now completed, causing it to sound. The
timer assembly timer motor continues to run for one
minute. Then the timer switch contacts are opened,
causing the timer buzzer to stop sounding.
AUTO-RESET OVERHEAT THERMOSTAT
(ONLY ON UNITS WITH "CS" & "RB"
SERIAL NUMBER PREFIX: AFTER SERIAL
NUMBERS CS-5296 & RB-14564)
MA253801
Figure 1-1. Major Components
SECTION I
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GENERAL INFORMATION
During the cycle, if the temperature inside the chamber
rises up higher than 285°F (141°C), the normally closed
manual reset overheat thermostat (also known as low
water thermostat) contacts open, breaking the circuit to
the timer switch, heating element, and pilot light. The
most frequent cause of activation of the overheat
thermostat is a low water condition in the chamber. The
N.C. auto-reset overheat thermostat is a safety backup
for the manual reset overheat thermost and opens at
295°F (146°C). The manual reset overheat thermostat
is reset by pressing the RESET button located on front
panel of the sterilizer and the auto-reset overheat thermostat automatically resets after approximately six minutes.
Water / Air / Steam Flow
The M7 sterilization cycle has four phases; filling, heat
up, sterilizing, and venting.
During the fill portion of the cycle, the operator depresses the FILL / VENT lever which opens the fill /
vent valve. Water flows from the condensing tank thru
the fill / vent valve and into the chamber. When the
operator visually observes that the water level in the
chamber is within 1/2 in. to 5/8 in. (13 to 16 mm) from
the front rim of the chamber, the operator releases the
FILL / VENT lever, closing the fill / vent valve. Now the
operator begins the heat up portion of the cycle by
turning on the timer assembly.
During the heat up portion of the cycle, the water is
heated by the heating element. As the water begins to
boil, air is bled off thru the bellows assembly into the
condensing tank. When the bellows assembly senses
pure steam flowing thru it, the valve in the bellows
assembly closes, allowing pressure in the chamber to
build. The sterilizing portion of the cycle begins when
the bellows assembly is completely closed, not allowing
steam to flow thru it, and the desired temperature in the
chamber for the selected cycle is reached. The operator sets the timer assembly for the desired length of the
cycle and the cycle is run.
When the timer assembly counts down to 0 minutes
and shuts off the heating element, the vent portion of
the cycle begins. After the door handle has been
moved to the vent position, the operator depresses the
FILL / VENT lever which opens the fill / vent valve.
Steam and water flow thru the fill / vent valve and into
the condensing tank, venting the chamber. There is
coiled tubing under water in the condensing tank which
serves to turn the steam back into water.
There is a pressure relief valve which opens if the
pressure in the pressure valve reaches 31 PSI (214
kPa) during a cycle. This provides a safety relief for the
chamber so that unsafe pressures cannot build.
There is a temperature gauge on the front control panel
which indicates the temperature inside the chamber
during a cycle.
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS
Factual data for the sterilizer is provided in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1. Specifications
DescriptionData
Dimensions (overall):
Length ............................................... 19 in (48.3 cm)
Width .................................................. 14 in (35.6 cm)
Height.................................................... 13 in (33 cm)
Shipping Carton.............................. 24 in x 16 in x 16 in
(61 cm x 40.6 cm x 40.6 cm)
Door Opening .................................... 6
Weight:
With Reservoir Empty.......................... 30 lb (13.6 kg)
With Reservoir Full .............................. 39 lb (17.7 kg)
With Shipping Carton........................... 39 lb (17.7 kg)
Water Reservoir Capacity................ Approx. 3/4 gallon
A separate (dedicated) circuit is recommended for
this sterilizer. The sterilizer
to an electrical circuit with other appliances or
equipment unless the circuit is rated for the additional load.
Chamber Temperature: .................. See Tables 5-1 and
5-2 for Suggested Times
And Temperatures
1.5 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
sterilizer and record this data. There are
different letter prefixes which proceed the serial
number, depending on the configuration of the
unit. These prefixes are very important and are
needed to order the proper parts.
(2) Refer to the Parts List to determine the item
numbers of the parts, part numbers of the
parts, descriptions of the parts, and quantities
of parts needed and record this data (Refer to
para 6.1).
NOTE
Ask the Purchasing Department of the company that
owns the sterilizer for this information. Otherwise,
this information may be obtained from the dealer that
sold the sterilizer.
Table 1-2. Special Tool List
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MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
MA2535-00
Figure 1-2. Model Number / Serial Number Location
(3) Determine the installation date of the sterilizer
and record this data.
(4) Call Midmark with the recorded information and
ask for the Medical Services Department. See
back cover of this manual for the phone number or use the Fax Order Form (see page 7-2
for Fax Order Form).
1.6 Special Tools
Table 1-2 lists all the special tools needed to repair the
sterilizer, describes how to obtain the special tools, and
describes the purpose of each special tool.
In order to effectively diagnose the malfunction of the
sterilizer, it is necessary to perform an operational test
as follows:
DANGER
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the sterilizer. Failure to do so could result in
severe personal injury.
(1) Place the sterilizer on a level surface.
(2) Plug the sterilizer into a properly grounded
(3) Remove the fill cap from the condensing tank.
Refer to the operator manual for
complete instructions on operating
receptacle, capable of supplying correct and
adequate power to operate this sterilizer.
NOTE
Overfilling will cause sterilizer to malfunction.
(4) Fill the condensing tank to the FULL mark
indicator tab with distilled or demineralized
water. Replace filler cap.
(5) Swing the door handle to the unlatched position
and then pull the door out of the chamber.
CAUTION
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its lowest setting. Failure to do so could result in an
incorrect reading.
(6) Place a Maximum Registering Thermometer in
(7) Depress the FILL / VENT lever and allow the
(8) Close and latch the door in the chamber as
Ensure that the Maximum Registering
Thermometer has been shaken down to
the middle tray toward the door of the sterilizer
(Refer to Table 1-2 for special tool).
water to fill the chamber until the water level is
within 1/2 to 5/8 in. (13 to 16 mm) from the front
rim of the chamber; then release the FILL /
VENT lever.
follows: Insert the right edge of the door into
the chamber and then push the rest of the door
into the chamber. Latch the door by swinging
the door handle all the way to the latched
position.
(9) Set the TIMER knob to its maximum setting of
30 minutes. Set the TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob to its maximum setting of 270°F
(132°C) by turning the knob counter-clockwise
as far as possible.
(10) Observe. The PILOT light will illuminate
indicating that the heating element is energized.
Should begin to hear water boiling in the
chamber and steam and air releasing thru the
bellows assembly. Should hear the bellows
assembly close completely - hissing sound
should almost completely stop. The PILOT
light should flash on and off during the cycle
indicating the heating element is being energized and deenergized to regulate the temperature in the chamber.
(11) Record the highest temperature reached during
the cycle from the TEMPERATURE gauge on
the front panel of the sterilizer.
NOTE
Earlier units do not have a timer buzzer.
(12) Observe. Wait for the TIMER knob to run down
to 0 minutes. When 0 minutes is reached, the
sterilization cycle is over and power to the
heating element and pilot light is removed.
Proceed immediately to step 13.
On later units, the timer buzzer will sound when
the timer assembly has run down to 0 minutes.
This is to alert the operator that the sterilization
cycle is completed. After 1 minute the timer
buzzer will stop sounding. Proceed immedi-
ately to step 13.
(13) Swing the door handle to the vent position.
(14) Depress the FILL / VENT lever to vent the
chamber; then release the lever once the
chamber is vented. Allow chamber to cool.
(15) Observe. Water and steam will flow into the
Unit seems powerless. Pilot light does not illuminate
Unit does not complete
sterilization cycle
properly.
when timer is set and unit does
not start to heat up.
PILOT light does illuminate but
chamber does not reach
required temperature /
pressure during sterilization
cycle.
Power cord is not
plugged in to wall
outlet.
Facility circuit breaker
providing power to unit
is tripped.
Manual reset overheat
thermostat is tripped.
Auto-reset overheat
thermostat is tripped
(Applies only to units
with Serial Numbers
CS5297 and RB14565
Thru Present).
Manual reset or
auto-reset overheat
thermostat is
malfunctioning - stuck
open (Auto-reset
overheat thermostat is
only on units with
Serial Numbers
CS5297 and RB14565
Thru Present).
Timer assembly is
malfunctioning.
Temperature regulator
relay is malfunctioning
- stuck open.
Wiring connections
loose.
Flexible shaft assembly
is malfunctioning.
Temperature regulator
relay is out of
adjustment.
Temperature regulator
relay is malfunctioning.
Check to see if power cord is
plugged in.
Check to see if facility circuit
breaker is tripped. One way
of checking this is to plug a
lamp into wall outlet that unit
was plugged into.
If the unit is hot, allow the
unit to cool for 15 to 20
minutes. Press the RESET
button on the front panel.
Now, the PILOT light should
illuminate when the TIMER
knob is set.
If the unit is hot, allow the
unit to cool for 15 to 20
minutes. Now, the PILOT
light should illuminate when
the TIMER knob is set.
Perform continuity check on
N.C. overheat thermostat
(cool = closed).
Replace suspect timer
assembly with known working
timer assembly.
Perform continuity check on
temperature regulator relay.
Check all wiring connections.Clean any dirty connections.
Check flexible shaft
assembly for wear or
damage.
Check adjustment of
temperature regulator relay.
Check if temperature
regulator relay is stuck open
or contacts not touching
properly.
Plug power cord into facility
wall outlet.
If circuit breaker is tripped,
determine what caused circuit
breaker to trip, correct the
problem, and then
reset/replace circuit breaker.
If necessary, add distilled
water to condensing tank;
then press the RESET button
on the front panel.
Wait 15 to 20 minutes to allow
thermostat to reset itself.
Also, replace manual reset
overheat thermostat. Refer to
para 4.8.
If open, replace overheat
thermostat. Refer to para 4.8.
Replace timer assembly.
Refer to para 4.3 or 4.4.
Replace temperature
regulator relay. Refer to para
4.9.
Tighten any loose
connections. Replace any
damaged connections.
Replace flexible shaft
assembly. Refer to para 4.9.
Adjust temperature regulator
relay. Refer to para 4.10.
Replace temperature
regulator relay. Refer to para
Unit does not
complete sterilization
cycle properly Continued.
PILOT light does illuminate
but chamber does not
reach required temperature
/ pressure during
sterilization cycle Continued.
Temperature reaches 210 212 degrees F (98.8 - 100
degrees C) during cycle
and stays there.
Time set on timer
assembly does not expire.
Heating element is
malfunctioning.
Bellows assembly is closing
prematurely or stuck in open
position.
Pressure relief valve is
malfunctioning - stuck open.
Diaphragm cup is
malfunctioning.
Fill / vent valve is
malfunctioning - stuck open
or leaking past o-rings.
Door gasket and / or door
assembly is leaking.
Bellows assembly is stuck in
open position.
Timer motor is
malfunctioning.
Manual reset overheat
thermostat is tripped.
Auto-reset overheat
thermostat is tripped (Applies
only to units with Serial
Numbers CS5297 and
RB14565 Thru Present).
Manual reset or auto-reset
overheat thermostat is
malfunctioning - stuck open
(Auto-reset overheat
thermostat is only on units
with Serial Numbers CS5297
and RB14565 Thru Present).
Diaphragm cup is
malfunctioning - is failing to
open contacts of temperature
regulator relay when
maximum temperature (270
degrees F [132 degrees C]) is
reached resulting in
overheating.
Check resistance of heating
element (in ohms):
100 V, 50 Hz-8.08 to 8.94
115 V, 60 Hz-11.31 to 12.5
230 V, 50 Hz-45.65 to 50.45
Replace suspect bellows
assembly with known working
bellows assembly.
Run cycle and observe
pressure relief valve; it should
not dump pressure until
temperature gauge reads 275
degrees F (135 degrees C) +/2 degrees.
Replace suspect diaphragm
cup with known working
diaphragm cup.
Check fill / vent valve for dirt
and o-rings for wear or
damage.
Run cycle and observe for
leaks around edges of door
assembly.
Replace suspect bellows
assembly with known working
bellows assembly.
Replace suspect timer
assembly with known working
timer assembly.
If the unit is hot, allow the unit
to cool for 15 to 20 minutes.
Press the RESET button on
the front panel. Now, the
PILOT light should illuminate
when the TIMER knob is set.
If the unit is hot, allow the unit
to cool for 15 to 20 minutes.
Now, the PILOT light should
illuminate when the TIMER
knob is set.
Perform continuity check on
N.C. overheat thermostat
(cool = closed).
Replace suspect diaphragm
cup with known working
diaphragm cup.
If heating element
resistance is not within
range, replace heating
element. Refer to para 4.7.
Replace bellows assembly.
Refer to para 4.14, 4.15, or
4.16.
Replace pressure relief
valve. Refer to para 4.13.
Replace diaphragm cup.
Refer to para 4.11.
Clean or replace fill / vent
valve. Refer to para 4.17.
Replace door gasket. Refer
to para 4.19. Replace door
assembly if necessary.
Refer to para 4.18.
Replace bellows assembly.
Refer to para 4.14, 4.15, or
4.16..
Replace timer assembly.
Refer to para 4.3 or 4.4.
If necessary, add distilled
water to condensing tank;
then press the RESET
button on the front panel.
Wait 15 to 20 minutes to
allow thermostat to reset
itself. Also, replace manual
reset overheat thermostat.
Refer to para 4.8.
If open, replace overheat
thermostat. Refer to para
periodically on the sterilizer. These inspections and
services should be performed as often as indicated in
Table 3-1 is a Scheduled Maintenance Chart which lists
the chart.
the inspections and services that should be performed
Table 3-1. Scheduled Maintenance Chart
IntervalInspection or ServiceWhat to Do
Semi-annuallyObvious damageVisually check condition of sterilizer for obvious damage such as: cracks in components, missing
Fasteners/hardwareCheck sterilizer for missing or loose fasteners/hardware. Replace any missing hardware and
Moving partsAll moving parts should be lubricated with high temperature grease.
Warning and
instructional decals
Wiring connectionsCheck the integrity of all wiring connections. Clean all dirty connections. Tighten any loose
Easy movement of door
handle
Door gasketRemove door gasket and check it for dirt, voids, or deterioration. Clean gasket using a mild soap
Door assemblyCheck door assembly for any damage which would make it unsafe or compromise the
Door assembly hinge
screws.
PILOT lightWith power to unit, set timer. PILOT light should illuminate.
Condensing tankRemove tank cover and inspect for foreign matter and buildup. Clean out condensing tank and
TubingRemove tubing and inspect for buildup. Clean, drain, and flush tubing using Speed-Clean
ChamberCheck for cracks or other signs of stress or metal fatigue. Clean chamber with Speed-Clean
Wire rack and traysCheck wire rack and trays for excessive rust or deterioration. Replace wire rack and trays if
Suction feetCheck all four suction feet for wear or deterioration. Make sure suction feet fasten securely to
Operational testPerform an operational test to determine if the sterilizer is operating within its specifications (Refer
components, dents in components, leaks, or any other visible damage which would cause
sterilizer to be unsafe to operate or would compromise the performance of the sterilizer. Repair
sterilizer if necessary.
tighten any loose hardware as necessary using Loctite 242 if necessary.
Check for missing or illegible decals. Replace decals as necessary.
connections. Replace any damaged connections.
Lubricate cam of door assembly with high temperature grease.
and water solution. Replace gasket if necessary. Refer to para 4.19.
performance of the sterilizer. Make sure long and short springs of door assembly have enough
power left to open door. Replace springs or door assembly if necessary. Refer to para 4.18.
Make sure nut on hinge screws are secure. If nut is loose, remove nut, coat threads of nut with
removable threadlocking adhesive (Loctite 242), and reinstall nut.
remove buildup from walls of tank.
(directions for use are on bottle). Replace tubing if necessary. See Operator's manual.
(directions for use are on bottle). Check chamber for excessive rust or deterioration. Replace
chamber if necessary. Refer to para 4.22.
necessary. Refer to para 4.20.
counter top. Clean counter top if necessary. Replace suction feet if necessary.
to para 2.1). Adjust or replace any malfunctioning components
the sterilizer. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury.
Refer to the Operator Manual for
complete instructions on operating
NOTE
Perform an operational test on the sterilizer after the
repair is completed to confirm the repair was properly
made and that all malfunctions were repaired.
The following paragraphs contain replacement, repair,
and adjustment procedures for the sterilizer.
4.2Cover Assembly Removal / Installation
A. Removal
DANGER
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the sterilizers cover / panels or making any
repairs to prevent the possibility of electrical
shock. Failure to comply with these instructions
could result in severe personal injury or death.
(1) Disconnect power cord from wall outlet.
(2) Loosen six screws (1, Figure 4-1), three on
Always unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet before removing any of
each side, and remove cover assembly (2)
from base assembly (3).
2
CHANNEL
RAIL
3
RAIL
Figure 4-1. Cover Assembly Removal / Installation
1
MA2512-00
4.3Timer Assembly Removal / Installation (New Style Timer Assembly)
A. Removal
B. Installation
(1) Align channel of cover assembly (2) with rail of
base assembly (3) and then slide cover assembly onto base assembly. Secure in place by
tightening six screws (1).
4.5Timer Buzzer Removal / Installation
(Only On Units With New Style Timer
Assembly)
3
2
A. Removal
(1) Remove cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
(2) Remove timer assembly (Refer to para 4.3).
(3) Tag and disconnect two wires (1, Figure 4-4)
from timer assembly (2).
(4) Remove screw (3) and timer buzzer (4) from
timer assembly (2).
B. Installation
(1) Install timer buzzer (4) on timer assembly (2)
and secure with screw (3).
(2) Connect two wires (1) to timer assembly (2).
(3) Install timer assembly (Refer to para 4.3).
(4) Install cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
(1) Remove cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
(2) Disconnect two wires (1, Figure 4-5) from
terminals of pilot light (2).
NOTE
Pilot lights on older units do not have the four tabs.
These older pilot lights are held in by friction only or
by a retaining ring.
(3) Press in on four tabs of pilot light (2) while
simultaneously removing pilot light from front
panel (3).
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B. Installation
NOTE
Pilot lights on older units do not have the four tabs.
These older pilot lights are held in by friction only or
by a retaining ring.
(1) Push pilot light (2) into front panel (3) until it
pops into place.
(2) Connect two wires (1) to terminals of pilot
light (2).
(3) Install cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
4.7Heating Element Removal / Installation
A. Removal
DANGER
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the sterilizers cover / panels or making any
repairs to prevent the possibility of electrical
shock. Failure to comply with these instructions
could result in severe personal injury or death.
Always unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet before removing any of
1
2
3
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2
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Figure 4-5. Pilot Light Removal / Installation
MA2516-00
(1) Disconnect power cord from wall outlet.
(2) Unscrew drain (1, Figure 4-6) and drain all
Step 8 applies only to units which have an old style
heating element. Units with a new style heating
element have built in terminals.
(8) If unit has an old style heating element, remove
nut (1, Figure 4-7), two terminals (2), and nut
(3) from each terminal post of heating element
(4). Discard nuts and terminals - will receive
new style heating element.
to heating element or improper positioning of heating
element may result. Also, spacer must remain
above gaskets. If spacer is installed under gasket,
leaking will result.
Hold heating element firmly in position
while tightening nuts. Otherwise, damage
NOTE
Flat side of nut should be facing lockwasher.
(2) Install spacer (6) and heating element (4) on
chamber wall and secure with bracket (5), two
washers (3), lockwashers (2), and nuts (1).
(3) Connect four wires (7, Figure 4-6) to terminals
of heating element (8).
(4) Taking care not to kink rod (5), flex rod and
insert it into rocker bracket (6).
(5) Install inspection cover (3) on base (4) and
secure with two screws (2).
4
6
7
5
3
2
1
(6) Turn unit upright.
(7) Install wire rack and trays (Refer to para 4.20).
(8) Tighten drain (1).
(9) Connect power cord to wall outlet.
(10) Fill condensing tank with distilled or demineral-
ized water.
4.8Overheat Thermostat Removal / Installation
A. Removal
DANGER
!!
the sterilizers cover / panels or making any
repairs to prevent the possibility of electrical
shock. Failure to comply with these instructions
could result in severe personal injury or death.
Always unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet before removing any of
5
TERMINALS
4
MA2519-00
Figure 4-8. Heating Element Removal / Installation
(1) Disconnect power cord from wall outlet.
(2) Unscrew drain (1, Figure 4-9) and drain all
to heating element or improper positioning of heating
element may result. Also, spacer must remain
above gaskets. If spacer is installed under gasket,
leaking will result.
(2) Position bracket (10) on chamber wall (11) and
(3) Connect two wires (7A) to terminals of manual
(4) Taking care not to kink rod (5), flex rod and
Hold heating element firmly in position
while tightening nuts. Otherwise, damage
secure by tightening two nuts (9), making sure
spacer (inside of chamber) is positioned under
heating element properly.
reset overheat thermostat (8A)
wires (7B) to terminals of auto-reset overheat
thermostat (8B).
insert it into rocker bracket (6).
or
connect two
shaft assembly (2) is unscrewed from temperature regulator relay (3).
(4) Tag and disconnect one wire (4) from the timer
assembly (5) and one wire (6) from the heating
element (7).
NOTE
Relay spacer is not used on older 220 VAC units.
(5) Remove two screws (8A), one screw (8B),
temperature regulator relay (3), and relay
spacer (9) from relay bracket (10).
B. Installation
NOTE
Relay spacer is not used on older 220 VAC units.
Screw (8B) is used for adjustment and will be
installed later.
(1) Install relay spacer (9) and temperature regula-
tor relay (3) on relay bracket (10) and secure
with two screws (8A). Do not install screw (8B)
at this time.
(5) Install inspection cover (3) on base (4) and
secure with two screws (2).
(6) Turn unit upright.
(7) Install wire rack and trays (Refer to para 4.20).
(8) Tighten drain (1).
(9) Connect power cord to wall outlet.
(10) Fill condensing tank with distilled or demineral-
(1) Remove cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
(2) Remove setscrew (1, Figure 4-10) from hub of
flexible shaft assembly (2).
(2) Connect one wire (6) to terminal of heating
element (7) and one wire (4) to terminal of timer
assembly (5).
(3) Adjust setscrew (11) until it is flush with relay
bracket (10).
(4) Coat threaded end of flexible shaft assembly
(2) with high temperature grease.
(5) Screw threaded end of flexible shaft assembly
(2) into temperature regulator relay (3) by
turning TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob in
clockwise direction. Keep rotating TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob in clockwise direction until flexible shaft assembly is screwed in
as far as possible.
Earlier units have only one setscrew securing the
TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob while later
units have two.
(9) Making sure TEMPERATURE REGULATOR
knob is held against setscrew stop, loosen one/
two setscrews (12) in TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob. Rotate TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob until white index mark is at the
9:00 o'clock position, then tighten one/two
setscrews (12).
(10) Depress the FILL / VENT lever and allow the
water to fill the chamber until the water level is
within 1/2 - 5/8 in. (13 - 16 mm) from the front
rim of the chamber; then release the lever.
DANGER
!!
bly removed. Use extreme care to prevent
contact with exposed terminals and chamber
components. Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or burns which could cause
serious personal injury or death.
(11) Plug the power cord into wall outlet.
The following steps require the unit to
be powered up with the cover assem-
(17) After adjustment is satisfactory, turn TIMER
knob to off and vent the chamber.
(18) Install cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
4.10Temperature Regulator Relay Adjustment
A. Removal
(1) Remove cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
(2) Remove setscrew (1, Figure 4-11) from hub of
flexible shaft assembly (2).
NOTE
Relay spacer is not used on older 220 VAC units.
(3) Remove screw (3).
(4) Adjust setscrew (4) until it is flush with relay
bracket (5).
(5) Rotate TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob in
clockwise direction until flexible shaft assembly
(2) is screwed in as far as possible.
(6) Rotate TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob
1
1
/2 turns in a counterclockwise direction.
(12) Close and latch the door of the chamber.
(13) Set the TIMER knob to its maximum setting of
30 minutes.
(14) Unscrew setscrew (11) 2 to 3 turns.
NOTE
Wait until chamber temperature reaches its maximum temperature before attempting to adjust screw.
Setscrew provides fine tuning of temperature adjustment.
(16) Adjust setscrew (11) until TEMPERATURE
gauge reads 270 - 271 °F (131.6 - 132.8 °C).
(7) Install setscrew (1) in hub of flexible shaft
assembly (2).
(8) Rotate TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob in
a counterclockwise direction until it hits the
setscrew stop.
NOTE
Earlier units have only one setscrew securing the
TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob while later
units have two.
(9) Making sure TEMPERATURE REGULATOR
knob is held against stop, loosen one/two
setscrew(s) (6) in TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob. Rotate TEMPERATURE REGULATOR knob until white index mark is at the 9:00
o'clock position, then tighten one/two
setscrew(s) (6).
bly removed. Use extreme care to prevent
contact with exposed terminals and chamber
components. Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or burns which could cause
serious personal injury or death.
(11) Plug the power cord into wall outlet.
(12) Close and latch the door of the chamber.
(13) Set the TIMER knob to its maximum setting of
(14) Unscrew setscrew (4) 2 to 3 turns.
The following steps require the unit to
be powered up with the cover assem-
30 minutes.
NOTE
Wait until chamber temperature reaches as high as it
is going to go before attempting to adjust.
(4) Remove nut (1, Figure 4-12), lockwasher (2),
and diaphragm cup (3) from chamber wall (4).
(5) Remove gasket (5) from diaphragm cup (3).
B. Installation
(1) Install gasket (5) on diaphragm cup (3).
CAUTION
!!
(2) Install diaphragm cup (3) on chamber wall (4)
(3) Install wire rack and trays (Refer to para 4.20).
(4) Install temperature regulator relay (Refer to
(5) Install cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
The lip of the nut must face toward the
lockwasher.
and secure with lockwasher (2) and nut (1).
para 4.9).
(15) Install screw (3). Adjust screw until TEMPERA-
TURE gauge reads slightly above 270 °F
(132 °C).
NOTE
Setscrew provides fine tuning of temperature adjustment.
(16) Adjust setscrew (4) until TEMPERATURE
gauge reads 270 - 271 °F (131.6 - 132.8 °C).
(17) After adjustment is satisfactory, turn TIMER
knob to off and vent the chamber.
(18) Install cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
4.11Diaphragm Cup Removal / Installation
A. Removal
(1) Remove cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
(2) Remove wire rack and trays (Refer to
para 4.20).
4.12Temperature Gauge Removal / Installation
A. Removal
(1) Remove cover assembly (Refer to para 4.2).
(2) Loosen nut (1, Figure 4-13) and slide retaining