Elastec MediBurn30 Operation & Service Manual

Portable, small batch medical waste incinerator

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OPERATION & SERVICE MANUAL
www.elastec.com
MEDIBURN30
MEDIBURN30
D-115 Rev 010

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  • Page 1 OPERATION & SERVICE MANUAL www.elastec.com MEDIBURN30 MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 2 MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chamber Brick Assemblies ................30 Chamber Brick Assembly Parts List ............... 31 Burner Drawing, Parts List ................32 Under Air Parts List ..................33 Spare Parts List ....................33 Warranty ......................34 Items Not Covered by Warranty ............... 35 MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 4: Introduction, Contact Information

    INTRODUCTION www.elastec.com This manual contains information on the Elastec MediBurn30, manufactured by Elastec, Inc. All data in this publication is based on the latest product information. Elastec reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations. If a problem is encountered, or if you have...
  • Page 5: Product Description

    The Elastec MediBurn30 is a portable, small batch medical waste incinerator. It enables small hospitals, clinics and laboratories to dispose of medical waste in a safe and efficient manner. The MediBurn30 is designed to be easily and safely operated by existing personnel with minimal training. The MediBurn30 can be used at any convenient location on existing property.
  • Page 6: General Information

    CAUTION: Operators must wear gloves and safety glasses while operating unit. CAPACITY One MediBurn30 is capable of disposing of 10.5 cubic feet (.030 cubic meters) of medical waste per load. Since there is a broad range of densities in waste materials, the actual amount may vary.
  • Page 7: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL www.elastec.com Burn time Indicator light is red adjustment when burner is on. Upper Burner Reset Button Stop Start Upper Temperature Lower Burner Reset Button Lower Temperature Maintenance Burn Language Information Time MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 8: How It Works

    HOW IT WORKS www.elastec.com Under-Air Blower Under-Air Piping MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 9 HOW IT WORKS www.elastec.com The operating functions of the burners on the MediBurn30 differ from those of the original MediBurn in that the 30 has two-stage pumps which oscillate based on temperature, rising and falling during normal burn operation. As the unit starts its burn cycle and the temperature climbs, the pumps decrease fuel usage at specified temperatures.
  • Page 10: Butterfly Assembly

    Celsius (1112° Fahrenheit and 1832° Fahrenheit). The picture to the right shows the set screw (arrow) as it appears when the MediBurn30 is in idle. This set screw will rotate out of view when the temperature climbs above 600° Celsius (1112°...
  • Page 11: Door Lock Motor Assembly

    START button is pushed. The door-locking system is designed as a safety feature and is built in such a way that, if tampered with, the MediBurn30 will not start. When the burn chamber door is open, the controller scrolls “door open,”...
  • Page 12: Surge Protector Assembly

    This assembly consists of the following: (1) NEMA 12 steel enclosure (2) Dehn DG 275 surge arrestors In the event of a sudden surge in voltage, the surge arrestors will drain the surge to ground and protect the unit. MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 13: Burnables

    It is not necessary to remove packing material from the upper chamber. Run the unit with the lower burn chamber empty for a 30-minute cycle. The MediBurn will release smoke and some particulate for a few minutes during this initial burn. MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 14: Safety Instructions

    11. Refer servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions: Power supply cord is frayed or damaged. Liquid has been in contact with the electrical system. The product has been damaged and exhibits a distinct change in performance. Fuel is leaking inside the burners. MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 15: Preparing For Disposal

    NOTE: If the unit has an on-board fuel tank, the gravity fuel supply system will not be needed. 4. Check door gasket before each use. Gravity Fuel Supply System Secondary Burner Minimum Height Fuel Filter Mounted Tank (If Applicable) Quick-Connect for Optional Gravity Fuel System MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 16 6. Securely close door. 7. Choose appropriate cycle time on control panel. See Page 7 for control panel identification. 8. Push START button to begin cycle. 9. Controller will read IDLE once cycle is complete. MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 17: Cycle Completion

    Ash should be removed before the first burn of the day when the unit is cool, rather than at the end of the day when the unit is hot. The supplied rake can be used for removing ash from inside the lower chamber. MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 18: Error Codes

    Sensor failure on Input 1. (Temperature too high) Upper In Sensor failure on Input 2. (Temperature too high) Lower In DISPLAY Ambient-temperature surrounding the controller is too high or too low. Ambient Sensor Controller EEPROM initialization (first time use). (Restart) Defaults MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide

    The under-air fan or blower is not Check to see whether it is work- functioning correctly. ing correctly. If not, check fuses and replace any blown fuses. If this does not solve problem, the motor may need to be replaced. MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 20 As the bracket is rotated, larger numbers on the scale indicate more air intake; lower numbers on the scale indicate less air intake. For normal operation, the operator will learn which setting for air intake best suits the typical load. MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 21 Doghouse roof Junction box location Door sensor switch (door must be opened in order to view switch; side panel must be removed in order to access switch and junction box) Removable side panel MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 22 Smoke is emitted from the door Door clamps and/or Adjust the door clamps and/or door hinges, gasket. door hinges may need referring to the photo below. to be adjusted. Door Gasket Adjuster Bolts Door Gasket Door Clamp Adjuster Bolts Adjuster Bolt MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 23: Installing Gauge Setting Fuel Pressure

    3. Set “low fire” to 150 PSI (Picture 3, lower right). Picture 3 4. At any point after the temperature reaches 750C, the pressure will go to 200 PSI. Picture 1 Pressure gauge goes into this port. MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 24: Maintenance

    STORAGE The MediBurn30 is designed to operate in all weather. Rain does not affect the performance of the unit. However, some owners build an enclosure for the unit, in order to reduce exposure to the elements.
  • Page 25: Fuse Identification

    Lower Chamber Low Fire Lower Chamber Low Fire Lower Blower Lower Fuel Valve Lower Blower Lower Cad Cell Upper Chamber Low Fire Upper Chamber Low Fire Upper Blower Upper Fuel Valve Upper Blower Upper Cad Cell MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 26: Controller Parts List

    Description 4CONTBO030C Complete Controller (all components listed) 4CIRCBO040 Circuit Board, MediBurn 30 4CONTBO030P Control Box , MB 30 Welded w/Paint 4WATLME030 Time and Temperature Control, MB 30 7160 Transformer #TCT40-02E07AB 4CONTBU014 Burner Control Upper or Lower MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 27: Chamber Parts List #1

    4REFRBO020C Refractory Board, 1” x 16” x 24” 4REFRBO011 Refractory Board, 1/2” x 15” x 32” 4REFRBO030C Refractory Board 4SHIEHE110P Shield Heat MB Door Bottom 4COVEBU050CP Cover Burner MB Z Channel * — Item not shown MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 28: Chamber Parts List #2

    Hose Fuel Burner to Burner Steel 4RAKEAS048 Rake Ash MB 4HANDLA000 Handle Latch MediBurn 4BURNCH055WC Burn Chamber MB30 4BURNCH048P Burn Chamber Kinked Plate MB 4STACME010P Stack MB Removable 4DOORBU000C Door Burn Chamber MB 4BURNME205C Burner Upper MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 29 Clamp Tee 4” 4BRACSU008P Bracket Support Tube Inlet MB30 4RETAWA112 Retainer Washer Steel 4PIPEEX030P Pipe Exhaust MB30 4PIPEEX031P Pipe Exhaust MB30 Tee 4PIPEEX033P Pipe Exhaust Inlet Tube MB30 4PLENUN010P Plenum, Under Air 4THERWE010C Thermo Well MB MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 30: Chamber Brick Assemblies

    CHAMBER BRICK ASSEMBLIES www.elastec.com UPPER CHAMBER LOWER CHAMBER MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 31: Chamber Brick Assembly Parts List

    4INSUCE016C Insulation Ceramic 1” 4ANCHRE032C Anchor Refractory 2” 4BIT-DR030 Bit Drill 1” x 6” MB30 0KIT-HA040 Kit Hardware MB Bolts 0KIT-HA030 Kit Hardware MB20/30 UnderAir 0KIT-HA020 Kit Hardware MB Door Bolt * — Item not shown MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 32: Burner Drawing, Parts List

    Fuel Check Valve 4HOSEFU809 Fuel Line, Burner to Burner 4PUMPFU030 Fuel Pump, 2 Stage, MB 30 4SOLEFU012 Solenoid, Fuel, MediBurn Air Bleeder Screw For Information Only - Not a Replacement Part 4SOLEFU030 Solenoid, Fuel, Low Fire, MediBurn MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 33: Under Air Parts List

    Fuse MediBurn Slow Blow 10 Amp 5x20mm 4FUSEME033 Fuse MediBurn Slow Blow 15 Amp 5x20mm 4FUSEBL004 Fuse Blade-style Low-voltage Standard 4 Amp 4REFRBU020 Refractory Repair Material 10 lbs 4BRICME034 Brick/MB Door Lip Plate 4GASKCE010 Gasket Ceramic 1/8” x 2” MEDIBURN30 D-115 Rev 010...
  • Page 34: Warranty

    Limitation: Elastec is not liable for expenses incurred in repairs or alterations made outside its factories or licensed dealer locations without prior authorization, nor shall it be responsible for the performance of this product to which any revisions or alterations have been made by others.
  • Page 35: Items Not Covered By Warranty

    Replacement of parts as a trial and error method of diagnosis will not be considered for warranty. Replacement parts other than those sold or supplied by Elastec. Natural calamities such as fire, flood, etc. In the case of components or accessories that have been supplied to Buyer’s design, Seller shall be under no liability to replace or repair...

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