• Contact STERIS Technical Support for a temporary AL-1000 pass code should pass code be misplaced or forgotten. You will need to press and hold the Scroll key to get a three digit number that STERIS Tech support will need to generate a new pass code for you.
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120 ML per minute flow rates that enable precise washer control over dosing quantities. Since the AL-1000 dosing system is mounted remote from the washer the system includes a low supply alarm function where with audible alarm at the system and communicated the same alarm to the washer user interface via the washer interface module.
(3) Check to make sure that all functions of the washer are operating properly. (4) Check the proposed location for a 115 VAC receptacle for AL-1000. Before beginning the installation, make sure you have the following tools and materials ready...
INSTALLATION — GENERAL See Equipment Drawing/Template 1. Dosing system to be within six feet of power outlet. MUST have 115 VAC 2 AMP CAPACITY, GROUNDED. 2. Dosing System should be mounted no more than five feet off the floor. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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3. Dosing System to be mounted above Prolystica containers. 4. Wire Ducting to be used to channel all tubing, power cord and communication cable. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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5. Low Level Sensors to be tie wrapped to chemical suction tubing. 6. Two Dosing Systems per set of Prolystica chemical containers. 7. Cable and tubing between washer and dosing system supplied separate. Customize lengths as required on site. Mounting Instructions 1. Prior to installing dosing system verify chemical tubing from washer and communication cable routes are free of obstructions and less than 150 ft between washer and dosing system. Verify local facility compliance for routing of chemical lines and cable in concealed ceiling spaces. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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2. Measure appropriate lengths of communication cable and chemical tubing to reach from each dosing system to each washer allowing an extra eight feet from the top of the washer and two feet at the dosing systems. 3. Locate 115 VAC power outlet and mount dosing system with six feet (unless power strip used). 4. Use supplied paper mounting template to position system on the wall. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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5. Mark mounting holes for mounting bracket locations. 6. Level Sensors from dosing system must reach bottom of chemical containers from where system is installed. 7. For drywall or porous wall surfaces use #10 x 1” wall anchors and screws supplied with the system. For stainless steel or other hard surfaces use appropriate mounting screws. 8. Use a 3/16” masonry bit for concrete/block walls or standard drill bit for drywall surfaces. 9. Insert wall anchors making sure they are secure enough to hold the weight of the system. 10. Drill holes accordingly. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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11. Remove mounting bracket from accessory kit and mount to wall. Align dosing system to bracket and drop into position. Press down firmly to fully “nest” the unit in place. 12. Install bottom mounting screws to prevent unit from coming off the wall. 13. Position/Install plastic wire ducting furnished cut to the proper length for one or more dosing systems. Wire ducting should be mounted underneath unit approximately 6” from the bottom of the unit using approximately 12” per dispenser. Cut lengths of plastic wire ducting using a hack saw and install bottom portion under dispenser using level. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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14. Disassemble communication cable connector housing to expose terminals and cable connections. Unplug internal connectors from each other. 15. Take communication cable coming from washer and remove insulation and strip four wire leads back 1”. 16. Connect four wire leads to spare cable connector/housing from service kit. Match wire colors accordingly (red/red, black&shield/black&shield, green/green, white/white) and connect to mating dosing system connector. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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17. Tubing and communication cable runs should be conveyed in wire ducting and routed above dosing systems up to ceiling (and into ceiling where required). All cable and tubing near the work area should be neatly and safely tucked away in the wire ducting. 18. Position the Prolystica chemical container holder below the dosing system. Be sure the level sensors can reach the bottom of the chemical containers. 19. Cut 3/8” O.D. chemical tubing for the suction (left) side of each pump to the appropriate length to the reach bottom of chemical container. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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20. Insert tubing into “quick connect” fittings pushing inward until tubing “stops”. Make sure tube ends are cut square and no jagged ends that could result in leaks. Tubing color codes are: Red = Enzyme (Pump 1) Green = Neutral detergent (Pump 2) Blue = Lubricant (Pump 3) Violet = Alkaline Detergent (Pump 2 or Pump 4 if Pump 2 used by another detergent) Drying Agent = Natural (Pump 2 Cart Washer). 21. Insert discharge side 3/8” O.D. tubing into “quick connect” fittings pushing inward until tubing “stops”. Make sure tube ends are cut square and no jagged ends that could result in leaks. Be sure ball valve on this side is turned to the vertical position to allow flow to the washer. 22. Attach level sensor/tubing brackets to level sensors as shown. 23. Remove existing chemical tubing (inlet/outlet) and level sensor cables from the washer and external chemical containers. It is not necessary to remove existing pumps from the washers. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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24. Drop chemical tubing and communication cable down from the top of the washer avoiding contact with steam and hot water lines that would cause leaks or electrical shorts. Tie off tubing and cable carefully with cable ties. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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25. Route chemical tubing and locate near the existing chemical pumps. Note: It is permissible to customize alternate locations for systems with conveyors. 26. Connect the Injector Kit three way valve inlet quick connect to each of the colored chemical lines coming from the dosing system. Be certain to use the Viton (Blue label) kit for the Lubricant. 27. Position three way valves and calibration outlet in a convenient location in the washer for service. 28. Connect clear vinyl tubing end from three way valve to the washer injection ports. Secure with plastic clamp. Note: Replace existing injector fittings if deteriorated or broken as required. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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29. Position the Washer Interface Module in the washer in a convenient location for service. 30. Take communication cable coming from dosing system and remove insulation and strip four wire leads. 31. Connect four wire leads to spare cable connector/housing from service kit. Match wire colors accordingly (red/red, black/black etc.) and connect to mating Washer Interface Module connector. 32. Disconnect internal washer pump control output cables from existing pumps and connect corresponding pump signal connectors from Washer Interface Module. Tag washer connectors with chemical names (Corresponding Dosing System Pumps: Pump 1 = Enzyme, Pump 2 = Detergent, Pump 3 = Lubricant, Pump 4 = Alternate Detergent). AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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33. Disconnect internal washer Low Level Sensor control input cables from washer and connect corresponding Level Sensor cable from Washer Interface Module (1 = Enzyme, 2 = Detergent, 3 = Lubricant, 4 = Alternate Detergent) 34. Plug in dosing system(s) to 115 VAC power. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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“lock” the system when done programming. At any time you can hold the enter key down for three seconds and the system will exit and return to the AL-1000 “run” display. If you forget to hold down the enter key when done or pause during programming the system will time out in 5 minutes and exit for you.
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Note: if you loose or misplace your passcode contact STERIS Technical Support for a temporary passcode. 3. Press the scroll key to choose the display language required. Press enter when finished.
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4. Press Enter key until LOW LEVEL STATE displayed. Press the Scroll key to change LOW LEVEL SENSOR output from Washer Interface Module from Normally Open or Normally Closed switch. Most older Reliance washers use NO switch input, newer Reliance washers such as Vision use NC input.
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Press enter to move forward. 9. The default operating mode for the AL-1000 is “Relay” mode. This operating mode allows the washer chemical outputs to control when the AL-1000 starts and stops dosing of chemistries.
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10. For STERIS washers using small 300 mL/minute pump, select the 30 ml/min flow rate to start your calibration procedure. Select the 120 ml/min flow rate for large 1200 mL/minute pump. Press Scroll key to select the pump number, press the Up arrow to select the appropriate flow rate.
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In the next menu you will increase or decrease motor speed to achieve 30 or 120 ml/minute flow rate. If the fluid volume dispensed is less than the desired 30 or 120 ml/min increase the “New Speed” setting in increments of 5% then press enter to continue. Decrease the motor speed by the same % if the flow rate test results in too much chemical dispensed. Once you enter the New Motor Speed the controller will show the pump speed %. Press enter to continue calibrating the next pump and repeat steps 10, 11 and 12. 14. If you are running in Signal Mode (for Non-STERIS or HAMO Washers) follow all of the same procedures for calibration. AL‐1000 Installation‐Operation‐Service Manual P764333‐823 December 18, 2009 ...
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15. Signal Qualifying time is a signal filtering function that can be used to ignore “ghost signals” line noise and other voltage related false signals that could cause pumps to run when not needed. Set a higher Signal Qualifier (factory setting is 3 seconds) to a maximum 9 seconds if the washer chemical signal causes false triggering of your pumps.
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Questions Answers What controls the dispenser dosing amount? In Relay Mode it’s the washer. In Signal Mode it’s the AL‐1000 What voltage will the system run on? The preferred voltage is 110 VAC, but it will run on 208 VAC or 230/240 VAC. See manual for system changes What is the distance these pumps will dose? Up to 150 feet How long should suction lines be? Suction lines should not be longer than 15 feet Can I use the old STERIS pump tubes in the pump? No, the old tubes are the wrong dimension and material and will not function properly When should I change the tubes out? 12 Months for enzymatic cleaner, detergents, drying agents and 6 months for lubricant If I forget my access code, how do I get a new one? Call STERIS Technical Support. Why should I need to know program version? As technology improves new program features How can I determine program version in AL‐1000? may be added. It is helpful to provide program version when calling technical support. The program version is displayed momentarily on power up. How often should I lubricate the tubes? At least once each 90 days. How do I know when to replace the check valves? When chemical won’t discharge or when check valves leaks AFTER pump is off. Can I use any check valve? No. Use only the parts that are made for the system. Be sure to use the EPDM check valve for everything except the lubricant. Use Viton for lube. How long after I get the chemical signal should the In Relay Mode it will start right away. In Signal ...
Troubleshooting Problem Resolution Pumps won’t Prime Check for blockage in the suction line Check for a bad check valve on the discharge Check for a bad ball valve on the discharge side of the pump Check for blockage in discharge line Check for air leaks on suction side Check to see if check valve is in backwards Check to see if suction line is broken or cracked Is the squeeze tube worn out? Make sure the #3 pump selector switch is on position # 3 Check if the pump roller is worn or defective Is the pump motor wire loose or off the terminal? Check for a defective microcontroller or Input/Output board Pumps won’t start on signal Signal length too short (Signal Mode) Bad connection at Washer Interface Module pump inputs Check signal qualify time setting (Signal Mode) No flow rate programmed No chemical valve programmed Loose pump motor wire Defective Washer Interface Module No input signal from washer (WIM LED’s not on) Pumps not dosing right amount for Incorrect flow rate, recalibrate pump chemical Worn squeeze tube Worn check valve Blockage in discharge or suction lines Programmed dose not correct Motor Speed setting incorrect Air or chemical leak Pump Motor Running too Slow Plugged check valve Worn out squeeze tube Worn out roller block Incorrect squeeze tube Incorrect power input to system Defective transformer ...
Illustrated Parts Breakdown GENERAL Assemblies and components of the STERIS AL-1000 Chemistry Delivery System are illustrated and identified on the following pages. The part number, the description and the quantity required for each usage are given (see Page 32). Figure 1...
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