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Section 4 – Troubleshooting Guide
The following table lists symptoms of several common problems, the possible cause of
the problem, and the possible solution to the problem.
Symptom
MAIN POWER
circuit breaker switch
trips off.
Instrument not
receiving power.
Pump will not
operate.
Possible Cause
Short circuit in system
wiring.
Faulty MAIN POWER
switch.
Instrument not plugged
in.
Blown fuse or thrown
breaker on circuit
supplying power to the
autoclave.
Insufficient air pressure
to pump.
Solenoid valve
controlling flow of air to
pump is not functioning.
SECTION 4 – TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Possible Solution
Disconnect power to instrument and
check for short circuits with an
ohmmeter.
Replace switch.
Connect instrument to the correct
power source.
Check fuses and breakers on
electrical supply circuit.
Check air supply and make certain
instrument is supplied with air
between 75 and 125 psig. Check air
lines for blockage. Adjust PUMP
PRESSURE ADJUST regulator to a
higher pressure.
If no solenoid click is heard when
the PUMP switch is turned to the
ON position, a faulty solenoid valve
is likely.
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