Safety First: The primary concern of Midmark
Corporation is that this unit 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 unit.
(2) Be sure you understand the instructions
contained in this manual before attempting to
service or repair this unit.
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.
CAUTION
A CAUTION is used for an operating
procedure, practice, or condition which, if
not correctly followed, could result in equipment
damage.
Danger warnings are repeated here. Become
thoroughly familiar with the danger warnings and
observe them at all times.
• Refer to the Operator Manual for complete instructions on operating the unit. Failure to do so could
result in severe personal injury.
• Always disconnect the power cord from the outlet
before removing any of the unit’s covers/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.
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
Power Procedures Center unsafe for operation.
• In the event of a malfunction, do not attempt to
operate the Power Procedures Center until necessary repairs have been made.
• Do not attempt to disassemble Power Procedures
Center, replace malfunctioning or damaged components, or perform adjustments unless you are one of
Midmark’s authorized service technicians.
DANGER
A DANGER is used for an operating
procedure, practice, or condition
which, if not correctly followed, could result in
loss of life or serious personal injury.
• Do not substitute parts of another manufacturer
when replacing inoperative or damaged components.
Use only Midmark replacement parts.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SECTION I
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Scope of Manual
This manual contains detailed troubleshooting, scheduled maintenance, maintenance, and service instructions for the 498 Power Procedures Center unit. 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 Unit Is Malfunctioning And
Cause Is Unknown.
(1) Perform an operational test on unit (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 Power Procedures
Center
strong aspiration (suction) and adjustable pressure.
The major components of the unit consist of a small
drawer assembly, large drawer assembly, POWER ON/
STANDBY switch, VACUUM ON/OFF switch, PRESSURE ON/OFF switch, regulator, pressure gauge, front
receptacle, rear receptacle, VACUUM/PRESSURE foot
switch, pressure pump assembly, and a vacuum pump
assembly.
B. Theory of Operation (See Figure 5-1).
Power potential is supplied to the POWER ON/
STANDBY switch and the rear receptacle when the
power cord is plugged in. The rear receptacle circuit is
complete at this time and is supplying either 115 VAC
(domestic) or 220 VAC (export) at the receptacle outlet.
If the POWER ON/STANDBY switch is switched to
"STANDBY", no power potential or ground potential is
being provided to the rest of the unit’s circuits. When
the POWER ON/STANDBY switch is switched to "ON",
power potential is supplied to the front receptacle. The
front receptacle circuit is complete at this time and is
supplying either 115 VAC (domestic) or 220 VAC
(export) at the receptacle outlet. Also, when the
POWER ON/STANDBY switch is switched to "ON",
power potential is supplied to the pressure pump
assembly and the vacuum pump assembly, and ground
potential is supplied to the PRESSURE ON/OFF switch,
the VACUUM ON/OFF switch, and the VACUUM/
PRESSURE foot switch. If the PRESSURE ON/OFF
switch is switched to "ON" at this time or if the
VACUUM/PRESSURE foot switch is depressed to
"PRESSURE", power is applied across the pressure
pump assembly, causing the pump to operate. If the
VACUUM ON/OFF switch is switched to "ON" at this
time or if the VACUUM/PRESSURE foot switch is
depressed to "VACUUM", power is applied across the
vacuum pump assembly, causing the pump to operate.
The POWER ON/STANDBY switch, PRESSURE ON/
OFF switch, and VACUUM ON/OFF each have a lamp
in the switch. Power potential is supplied to these
lamps through separate power leads. When the
switches are switched to "ON", power is applied across
the lamp, causing the switch lamp to illuminate, thereby
showing it is in the "ON" position.
A. General Description (See Figure 1-1).
The 498 Power Procedures Center is designed to
provide storage space, hold instruments, and provide
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.
(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 unit for this information. Otherwise, this
information may be obtained from the dealer that
sold the unit.
SERIAL
NUMBER
MA209300
Figure 1-2. Model Number / Serial
Number Location
(3) Determine the installation date of the unit and
record this data.
(4) Call Midmark with the recorded information and
ask for the Medical Technical Service Department (See back cover of this manual for the
phone number or use the Fax Order Form (See
page 7-2).
1.6 Special Tools
Table 1-2 lists all of the special tools needed to repair
the unit, how to obtain the special tools, and the purpose of each special tool.
Description of Special Tool
MultimeterCommercially AvailableAny TypeUsed to perform continuity and voltage checks.
(5) Using a multimeter, check the front receptacle.
The reading should be approximately 115 VAC
for a domestic unit or 220 VAC for an export
unit.
(6) Switch the VACUUM ON/OFF switch to "ON".
(7) Observe. The VACUUM ON/OFF switch
should illuminate and the vacuum pump
assembly should run.
(8) Check the suction at the end of the vacuum
tube to verify that it is normal.
(9) Switch the VACUUM ON/OFF switch to "OFF".
(10) Depress the VACUUM/PRESSURE foot switch
pedal to "VACUUM".
(11) Observe. The vacuum pump assembly should
run.
(12) Release the VACUUM/PRESSURE foot switch
pedal.
(13) Switch the PRESSURE ON/OFF switch to
"ON".
(14) Observe. The PRESSURE ON/OFF switch
should illuminate and the pressure pump
assembly should run.
(15) Read the pressure gauge reading. The reading
should be 35-50 PSIG when the regulator is
fully opened and the end of the pressure tube is
closed off.
(16) Check the pressure at the end of the pressure
tube to verify that it is normal.
(17) Switch the PRESSURE ON/OFF switch to
"OFF".
(18) Depress the VACUUM/PRESSURE foot switch
pedal to "PRESSURE".
(19) Observe. The pressure pump assembly should
run.
(20) Release the VACUUM/PRESSURE foot switch
pedal.
(21) Switch the POWER ON/STANDBY switch to
"STANDBY".
(22) If the unit does not operate correctly as de-
scribed in steps (1) thru (21), replace the
malfunctioning component(s) as necessary to
correct the problem. If necessary, refer to
Table 2-1, Troubleshooting Guide, to determine
the exact cause of the malfunction.
2.2 Troubleshooting Procedures
Table 2-1 is a Troubleshooting Guide which is used to
determine the cause of the malfunction.
Table 2-1. Troubleshooting Guide
ProblemSymptomProbable CauseCheckCorrection
Unit will not
operate/seems
powerless.
POWER ON/STANDBY switch
does not illuminate and/or vacuum
pump assembly and pressure
pump assembly will not run.
Unit not plugged into a wall
receptacle.
Circuit breaker for wall
receptacle is tripped.
Wire connections loose.Check all wiring
POWER ON/STANDBY
switch is malfunctioning.
Check to see if unit is
plugged into wall
receptacle.
Check to see if circuit
breaker for wall
receptacle is tripped.
connections from power
cord to POWER
ON/STANDBY switch.
Perform continuity check
on POWER
ON/STANDBY switch.
Plug unit into wall receptacle.
If circuit breaker is tripped,
determine what caused the
circuit breaker to trip, correct
the problem, and then
re-set/replace the circuit
breaker.
Clean any dirty connections.
Tighten any loose
connections. Replace any
damaged connections.
Replace POWER
ON/STANDBY switch. Refer
to para 4.3.
Unit will not operate /
seems powerless Continued.
Vacuum pump assembly
is malfunctioning.
Rear receptacle does not
have power.
Vacuum pump assembly will
not run.
Vacuum pump assembly
runs, but will not develop
proper vacuum.
Unit not plugged into a wall
receptacle.
Circuit breaker for wall
receptacle is tripped.
Wire connections loose.Check all wiring
Rear receptacle is
malfunctioning.
Wire connections loose.Check all wiring
Automatic thermal reset
switch activated.
VACUUM ON / OFF switch
is malfunctioning.
VACUUM / PRESSURE foot
switch is malfunctioning.
Vacuum pump assembly is
malfunctioning.
Vacuum tubing is dirty,
clogged, cracked, or has
other damage.
Tubing is not being held
tightly by elbows and
connectors.
Vacuum bottle is full, dirty,
clogged, or has other
damage which does not
allow it to remain airtight.
Vacuum pump assembly is
malfunctioning.
Check that unit is
plugged into wall
receptacle.
Check to see if circuit
breaker for wall
receptacle is tripped.
connections from power
cord to rear receptacle.
Replace suspect rear
receptacle with known
working receptacle.
connections from
POWER ON/STANDBY
switch to vacuum pump
assembly, VACUUM
ON/OFF switch, and
VACUUM/PRESSURE
foot switch.
–Wait for a period of time to
Perform continuity check
on VACUUM ON/OFF
switch.
Perform continuity check
on VACUUM /
PRESSURE foot switch.
Replace suspect vacuum
pump assembly with
known working vacuum
pump assembly.
Check tubing for dirt,
clogging, cracks, or other
obvious damage.
Run vacuum pump
assembly and check for
air leaks. Pull gently on
tubing to check integrity
of connections.
Check vacuum bottle to
see if it is full. Check
vacuum bottle for dirt,
clogging, or other
obvious damage.
Replace suspect vacuum
pump assembly with
known working vacuum
pump assembly.
Plug unit into wall receptacle.
If circuit breaker is tripped,
determine what is plugged
into the rear receptacle that
caused the circuit breaker to
trip, correct the problem, and
then re-set/replace the circuit
breaker.
Clean any dirty connections.
Tighten any loose
connections. Replace any
damaged connections.
Replace rear receptacle.
Refer to para 4.9.
Clean any dirty connections.
Tighten any loose
connections. Replace any
damaged connections.
allow pump motor to cool.
Replace VACUUM ON / OFF
switch. Refer to para 4.4.
Replace VACUUM /
PRESSURE foot switch.
Replace vacuum pump
assembly. Refer to para 4.12.
Replace cracked or damaged
tubing.
Push tube firmly into release
ring of elbow or connector.
Replace damaged elbow or
connector.
Pressure changes, but
pressure gauge reading
doesn't change or changes
erratically. NOTE: There
must be an instrument
attached to the end of the
pressure tube providing back
pressure, for a reading to
register on pressure gauge.
Pressure tubing is dirty,
clogged, cracked, or has
other obvious damage.
Check tubing for dirt,
clogging, cracks, or other
obvious damage.
Replace cracked or damaged
tubing. Gain access to tubing
using para 4.2.
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Front receptacle
does not have
power.
POWER
ON/STANDBY
switch does not
illuminate when
switched "ON".
PRESSURE
ON/OFF switch does
not illuminate when
switched "ON".
VACUUM ON/OFF
switch does not
illuminate when
switched "ON".
Front receptacle does not
have power.
Unit works fine, but POWER
ON/STANDBY switch will not
illuminate when switched
"ON".
Unit works fine, but
PRESSURE ON/OFF switch
will not illuminate when
switched "ON".
Unit works fine, but VACUUM
ON/OFF switch will not
illuminate when switched
"ON".
Pressure gauge is
malfunctioning.
Front receptacle is
malfunctioning.
POWER ON/STANDBY
switch is switched "OFF".
POWER ON/STANDBY
switch is malfunctioning.
Wire connection to terminal
3 of PRESSURE ON/OFF
switch is loose.
PRESSURE ON/OFF switch
is malfunctioning.
Wire connection to terminal
3 of VACUUM ON/OFF
switch is loose.
VACUUM ON/OFF switch is
malfunctioning.
Replace suspect pressure
gauge with known working
pressure gauge.
Replace suspect front
receptacle with known
working receptacle.
See if POWER
ON/STANDBY switch is
switched "OFF"
Check that unit works, but
POWER ON/STANDBY
switch does not illuminate
when switched "ON".
periodically on the unit. These inspections and services
should be performed as often as indicated in the chart.
Table 3-1 is a Scheduled Maintenance Chart which lists
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 unit for obvious damage such as: cracks in components, missing
Fasteners/hardwareCheck unit for missing or loose fasteners/hardware. Replace any missing hardware and tighten
Molded top, back splash,
doors, and drawers
Warning and
instructional decals
Control decalCheck for missing, damaged, or illegible control decal. Replace control decal if necessary. Refer
Wiring connectionsCheck the integrity of all wiring connections. Clean all dirty connections. Tighten any loose
Free movement of door
hinges
Free movement of
drawer assemblies
TubingRemove tubing and inspect for buildup or obvious damage. Clean, drain, and flush tubing.
Bubble mountsCheck bubble mounts for torn, ripped, cracked, or damaged rubber. Replace bubble mounts as
Operational TestPerform an Operational Test to determine if the unit is operating within its specifications (Refer to
components, dents in components, leaks, or any other visible damage which would cause unit to
be unsafe to operate or would compromise the performance of the unit. Repair unit if necessary.
any loose hardware as necessary.
Use a soap and water solution to remove dirt and stains. For tougher stains, a standard
household cleaner may be used.
Check for missing or illegible decals. Replace decals as necessary.
to para 4.10.
connections. Replace any damaged connections.
Clean door hinges. If necessary, lubricate door hinges with Silicon based lubricant.
Clean drawer assembly guides and ball bearings. If necessary, lubricate drawer assembly guides
and ball bearings with Silicon based lubricant.
Replace tubing if necessary. Check tubing connections for leaks. Push end of tubes firmly into
release rings of connectors and elbows. Gain access to tubing using para 4.2.
from the outlet before removing any of
the unit covers/panels or making any repairs to
prevent the possibility of electrical shock. Failure
to comply with these instructions could result in
serious personal injury or death.
The following paragraphs contain replacement and repair
procedures for the unit.
4.2 Control Box Cover Removal /
Installation
A. Removal
(1) Disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
NOTE
(-001 & -002) Pull drawers outward until they hit a
stopping point. Then, forcefully pull on the drawers to
get the drawers the rest of the way out. This will not
hurt the drawers.
(-003) Pull outside of drawer out to release tab from
drawer.
(OLD STYLE
DRAWERS SHOWN)
MA209600
Figure 4-1. Control Box Cover
Removal / Installation
(2) Remove small drawer assembly (1, Figure 4-1)
and large drawer assembly (2) from drawer
guides (3 and 4).
NOTE
Note the number and location of the washers. This
information is necessary for proper installation.
same location they were removed from.
Also, check to see if the top of the molded top starts
to become distorted when tightening screws. If so,
remove screws and add washers as necessary.
Failure to do so could damage molded top.
(2) Install molded top (7) on cabinet weldment (8)
and secure with washers (6) and four
screws (5).
(3) Slide large drawer assembly (2) into drawer
guide (4).
(4) (-001 & -002)Slide small drawer assembly (1)
into two drawer guides (3).
(-003) Place drawer on slides push forward until
it stops, push down until drawer snaps into
place.
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4.3POWER ON/STANDBY Switch
Removal / Installation
A. Removal
(1) Remove control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
(2) Tag and disconnect two wires (1, Figure 4-2)
from terminals (2).
(3) Tag and disconnect two wires (3) from terminals
(4).
(4) Press four tabs of POWER ON/STANDBY
switch (5) inward simultaneously, and push
POWER ON/STANDBY switch out of cabinet
weldment (6).
B. Installation
(1) Install POWER ON/STANDBY switch (5) in
cabinet weldment (6) by pushing firmly until
switch “pops” into place.
4.4VACUUM ON / OFF Switch Removal /
Installation
A. Removal
(1) Remove control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
(2) Tag and disconnect three wires (1, Figure 4-3)
from terminals (2).
(3) Press four tabs of VACUUM ON/OFF switch (3)
inward simultaneously, and push VACUUM ON/
OFF switch out of cabinet weldment (4).
B. Installation
(1) Install VACUUM ON/OFF switch (3) in cabinet
weldment (4) by pushing firmly until switch
“pops” into place.
(2) Connect three wires (1) to terminals (2).
(3) Install control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
(2) Connect two wires (3) to terminals (4).
(3) Connect two wires (1) to terminals (2).
(4) Install control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
Figure 4-2. POWER ON / STANDBY Switch
Removal / Installation
MA209400
4.5PRESSURE ON / OFF Switch
Removal / Installation
(4) Coat threads of two elbows (7) with pipe thread
sealant.
NOTE
Elbows must be installed so the elbow openings face
toward the rear of the regulator. This is necessary to
connect the tubes to the elbows.
(5) Install two elbows (7) on regulator (3).
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(6) Coat threads of two connectors (6) with pipe
thread sealant.
(7) Install two connectors (6) on elbows (7).
(8) Push end of two tubes (5) firmly into release
rings of connectors (6).
(9) Position regulator (3) in cabinet weldment (4)
and secure with panel mount nut (2).
(10) On newer units, secure panel mount nut (2) in
position by tightening setscrew (1).
(11) Install control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
4.7Pressure Gauge Removal / Installation
A. Removal
(1) Remove control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
(2) Remove two nuts (1, Figure 4-6) from
studs (2).
(4) Disconnect tube (4) from pressure gauge (3).
B. Installation
(1) Connect tube (4) to pressure gauge (3).
CAUTION
Plastic tabs on pressure gauge are brittle.
Use caution when installing pressure
gauge so tabs do not break.
(2) Install pressure gauge (3) on two studs (2).
(3) Install two nuts (1) on studs (2).
(4) Install control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
4.8Front Receptacle Removal /
Installation
A. Removal
(1) Remove control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
CAUTION
Plastic tabs on pressure gauge are brittle.
Use caution when removing pressure
gauge so tabs do not break.
(3) Gently remove pressure gauge (3) from two
studs (2).
2
3
4
1
MA208500
NOTE
The front receptacle is different for each export
model. Refer to the Parts List and Electrical Schematic/Wiring Diagram to remove and install the front
receptacle on an export model.
Figure 4-7. Front Receptacle Removal / Installation
(3) Pull front receptacle (3) from cabinet weld- ment
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(4).
(4) Loosen three screws (5); then tag and discon-
nect three wires (6) from front receptacle (3).
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B. Installation
NOTE
Ensure that the two wires without terminals are firmly
pinched between the two copper plates after their
screws have been tightened. Pull gently on wires to
check the integrity of the wiring.
(1) Connect three wires (6) to front receptacle (3)
and secure by tightening three screws (5).
(2) Position front receptacle (3) in cabinet weldment
(4).
(3) Install two nuts (1) on studs (2).
(4) Install control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
(1) Connect three wires (6) to rear receptacle (3)
and secure by tightening three screws (5).
(2) Position rear receptacle (3) in receptacle panel
(4) and secure with two screws (2) and nuts
(1).
(3) Install control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
4.10Control Decal Removal / Installation
A. Removal
NOTE
The rear receptacle is different for each export model.
Refer to the Parts List and Electrical Schematic/
Wiring Diagram to remove and install the rear receptacle on an export model.
(2) Remove two nuts (1, Figure 4-8) and screws
(2).
(3) Pull rear receptacle (3) from receptacle panel
(4).
(4) Loosen three screws (5); then tag and discon-
nect three wires (6) from rear receptacle (3).
B. Installation
NOTE
Ensure that the two wires without terminals are firmly
pinched between the two copper plates after their
screws have been tightened. Pull gently on wires to
check the integrity of the wiring.
(1) Remove control box cover (Refer to para 4.1).
(2) Remove POWER ON/STANDBY switch (Refer
to para 4.3).
(3) Remove VACUUM ON/OFF switch (Refer to
para 4.4).
(4) Remove PRESSURE ON/OFF switch (Refer to
para 4.5).
(5) On newer units, loosen setscrew (1, Figure 4-9).
(6) Remove panel mount nut (2) from regulator (3).
NOTE
Starwashers are on early units only. Later units use
a different screw which doesn't require starwashers.
(7) (-001 & -002)Remove two screws (4) and six
starwashers (5) from small drawer front (6).
(-003)Doesnot have drawer front.
The illustrated parts list provides information for identifying and ordering the parts necessary to maintain the unit
in peak operating condition. Refer to paragraph 1.5 for
parts ordering information.
The parts list also illustrates disassembly and assembly
relationships of parts.
6.2 Description of Columns
The
Item
column of the parts list gives a component its
own unique number. The same number is given to the
component in the parts illustration. This allows a part
number of a component to be found if the technician can
visually spot the part on the illustration. The technician
simply finds the component in question on the illustration and notes the item number of that component.
Then, he finds that item number in the parts list. The
row corresponding to the item number gives the technician the part number, a description of the component,
and quantity of parts per subassembly. Also, if a part
number is known, the location of that component can be
determined by looking for the item number of the
component on the illustration.
The
Part No.
that component.
column lists the MIDMARK part number for
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PARTS LIST
The
Description
of the component.
The
Qty.
component that is required for the subassembly. The
letters “AR” denote “as required” when quantities of a
particular component cannot be determined, such as:
adhesive.
Bullets [ • ] in the
column show the indenture level of a component. If a
component does not have a bullet, it is a main component of that illustration. If a component has a bullet, it is
a subcomponent of the next component listed higher in
the parts list than itself that does not have a bullet.
Likewise, if a component has two bullets, it is a subcomponent of the next component listed higher in the
parts list than itself that has only one bullet.
column provides a physical description
column lists the number of units of a particular
Part No.
column and the
Description
6.3 Torque Specifications and Important
Assembly Notes
When specific assembly torque specifications, measurements, or procedures have been identified, by our
engineering department, as required to assure proper
function of the unit, those torque specifications measurements, and procedures will be noted on the parts
illustrations. Adherence to these requirements is
essential.
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