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EO Abator
Operation and Installation Manual
Models 50AN, 50AE, 50AJ

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  • Page 1 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Models 50AN, 50AE, 50AJ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Section 3: Installation Requirements General Electrical Requirements Electrical Requirements: Models 5XL, 8XL and GS Series Sterilizers EO Inlet Line Requirements – Vent Line from Sterilizer to Abator Safety Vent Line Requirements Exhaust System Requirements Section 4: Figures 3M Authorized Service Preventive Maintenance Agreement...
  • Page 3: Intended Use

    Intended Use: The 3M™ EO Abator is intended to remove ethylene oxide (EO) from the exhaust of 3M™ Steri-Vac™ Sterilizers and Aerators. The EO Abator converts EO into carbon dioxide and water vapor through a heated catalytic process. Use with other than 3M™...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    To reduce the risk associated with environmental contamination and/or hazardous voltage, which if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury: The EO Abator has been designed and tested only to be used with 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizers and Aerators.
  • Page 5 Conformity that is linked to the RCM (Regulatory Compliance Mark). Note: The Model 50AN EO Abator has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 6: General Information

    EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual General Information Physical Dimensions Width 900 mm (36.0 in.) Height 800 mm (31.5 in.) Depth 1050 mm (41.5 in.) Suggested Service Area: 900 mm (36 in.) Left Side 500 mm (20 in.) Right Side 500 mm (20 in.) Front 500 mm (20 in.)
  • Page 7: Section 1: Operating Instructions

    Section 1: Operating Instructions System Description: The 3M EO Abator is intended to remove ethylene oxide (EO) from the exhaust of 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizers and Aerators. The EO Abator converts EO into carbon dioxide and water vapor through a heated catalytic process.
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions For 5Xl/8Xl And Gs Series Steri-Vac Sterilizers

    EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Operating Instructions for 5XL/8XL and GS Series Steri-Vac Sterilizers Auto-On: The Abator is turned on automatically by the sterilizer. Note: The Abator will be automatically turned on if the power to the Steri-Vac is turned off, or the communication connections between the sterilizer and Abator are lost.
  • Page 9: Section 2: Installation Instructions

    Optional Configurations The EO Abator can be used with 5XL, 8XL, and the GS Series 3M Steri-Vac sterilizers. A maximum of two Model 5XL, two Model 8XL, or two GS Series sterilizers can be connected to a single EO Abator unit. Any combination of two of the Model 5XL or 8XL sterilizers can be connected to a single EO Abator unit.
  • Page 10 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Customer What is the distance between the indicator panel and the EO Checklist Abator system? (must be less than 40M (130 ft.)) M (ft.) What is the distance between the earth ground and the EO Abator system? (must be less than 40M (130 ft.)) M (ft.) How many sterilizers and/or aerators are connected to the EO...
  • Page 11: Purchaser's Responsibility

    EO Abator Efficiency Testing During the installation and start up process performed by 3M, the EO Abator is tested for electronic function. It is the recommendation of 3M Company that the EO Abator be tested for efficiency on a regular basis as required by local, state or federal regulations by using a gas chromatography method.
  • Page 12: Unpacking The Eo Abator

    If any damage occurred, immediately fill out a damage claim with the transportation company and notify your 3M service representative. The transportation company assumes liability for shipping damage only for a ten-day period starting the day of delivery. After ten days, the purchaser must accept the merchandise as delivered.
  • Page 13: Section 3: Installation Requirements

    EO Abator system within easy reach of the operator, and shall be marked as the disconnecting device for the EO Abator system. If connecting Model 50AN to 208 VAC single phase service, use a boost transformer to bring the voltage to 220 VAC (recommended 7.5 to 10 KVA Boost transformer).
  • Page 14: Safety Vent Line Requirements

    This prevents moisture from freezing in the line and blocking the vent. For additional information refer to the appropriate (XL Series or GS Series) 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer Site Planning and Installation Guide.
  • Page 15 The Metalbestos adapter (part number 78-8078-9813-1) is needed to connect the EO Abator exhaust to the Metalbestos ducting, and is available through the 3M Health Care Service Center. Connect the Metalbestos adapter to the EO Abator exhaust using high temperature RTV between the two flanges and then clamp the flanges together with clamp (part number 78-8069-7474-3) to lock the parts together.
  • Page 16: Section 4: Figures

    EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Section 4: Figures Figure 1 Negative Pressure System – Arrangement 1 Positive Pressure System – Arrangement 2...
  • Page 17 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Figure 2 View of Inside the EO Abator Control Box Model 50AN: Connect 220-230 VAC to circuit breaker (1) and connect ground wire to ground lug (2).
  • Page 18 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Figure 2 Model 50AE: (cont.) Connect Three Phase 400 VAC and Neutral to circuit breaker (1) and connect ground wire to ground lug (2).
  • Page 19 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Figure 2 Model 50AJ: (cont.) Connect Three Phase 200 VAC to circuit breaker (1) and connect ground wire to ground lug (2).
  • Page 20 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Figure 3 For 5XL, 8XL, and GS Series Sterilizers(“D” Connector)
  • Page 21 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Figure 4 To connect 3M Steri-Vac Models 5XL, 8XL, and GS Series Sterilizer(s) to EO Abator If only one 5XL/8XL/GS Series sterilizer is connected, connect its wires as follows: A jumper wire is connected from abator terminal 27 to 25 and from terminal 28 to 26.
  • Page 22 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Figure 5 Clearances Required...
  • Page 23 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Figure 6 Multiple Hoods, Aerators and EO Abator Vented into a Common System Note: Safety Vent Line required, but not shown.
  • Page 24 EO Abator Operation and Installation Manual Figure 7 Aerator Venting Connection / Aerator Electrical Connection...
  • Page 25: 3M Authorized Service

    EO. 3M does not perform efficiency testing. For servicing information in the USA, contact your local 3M service representative or the 3M Health Care Service Center at the following Address: 3M Health Care Service Center Bldg.
  • Page 26 3M.com 3M is a trademark of 3M. Used under license in Canada. © 2020, 3M. All rights reserved. 3M est une marque de commerce de 3M, utilisées sous licence au Canada. © 2020, 3M. Tous droits réservés. 3M Deutschland GMbH...

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