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920515770
Revision J
Vision® 1300 Series
Washer/Disinfector Models # 1321, # 1327 and #
1330L
Operator Manual

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  • Page 1 Vision® 1300 Series Washer/Disinfector Models # 1321, # 1327 and # 1330L Operator Manual 920515770 Revision J...
  • Page 3 STERIS for replacement copies, providing the serial number and model of your washer/disinfector. STERIS provides a line of accessories for use with this equipment. A STERIS representative will gladly review these with you. Please familiarize all users with this manual and store in an accessible location.
  • Page 4 STERIS maintains a global staff of well-equipped, qualified service technicians to provide this service, as well as professional repair services. Please contact STERIS for details.
  • Page 5 — A Word from STERIS • Particular Requirements for Sterilizers and Washer/Disinfectors used to Treat Medical Materials: ◻ Canadian Standards Association (CSA): CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-2-040, Second Edition (2007). ◻ EN/IEC 61010-2-040, First Edition (2005). The Vision 1321 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector, the Vision 1327 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector and the Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector meet the following performance requirements: •...
  • Page 6 +33 5 56 93 94 94 European Community Representative: STERIS Ireland Limited IDA Business and Technology Park Tullamore County Offaly R35 X865 Ireland Website: www.steris.com Printed in Canada. © 2022, STERIS Corporation. All rights reserved. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Permissible Environmental Conditions ..................8 Installation Verification ......................9 Chemicals and Cycles — Introduction ..................10 Using Prolystica Ultra Concentrate Chemicals ............... 11 Using Other STERIS Chemicals ....................12 3.10 Using a Drying Agent for Thermal Rinse Phase ..............14 3.11 Using an Acid Chemical for DECONTAM Cycle................
  • Page 8 4.24 Supervisor Mode........................27 4.25 Service Mode..........................28 4.26 Touch Pads - Door Control ...................... 28 4.27 Touch Pads - Cycle Processing....................28 4.28 Touch Pads - Navigation and Function ................... 30 4.29 Touch Pads - Alarm Acknowledge ..................30 4.30 Touch Pads - Data Entry and Access ..................
  • Page 9 Cycle and Control Value Programming ..................... 80 Cycle and Control Value Programming — Introduction ............80 Cycle and Control Value Programming - General..............80 Process Verification — Chemical Injection Range ..............87 Using Process Verification (PV)....................87 Introduction-Supervisor Mode — General ................88 Logging in Supervisor Mode ....................
  • Page 10 8.17 Alarm# 15 Reservoir #1 Water Temperature Too High............165 8.18 Alarm# 16 Reservoir #1 RTD Defective ................165 8.19 Alarm# 17 Reservoir Overflow ....................166 8.20 Alarm# 18 Reservoir #1 Hot Water Not Filling ..............166 8.21 Alarm# 19 Reservoir #1 Pure Water Not Filling..............167 8.22 Alarm# 20 Reservoir #2 Hot Water Not Filling ..............167 8.23...
  • Page 11 8.63 Door fails to open ........................185 8.64 Door obstruction........................185 8.65 Doors do not open completely ....................186 8.66 Doors open and/or close too quickly..................186 8.67 Doors open and/or close too slowly and/or vibrate ............186 8.68 Excessive vapor exhausting from chamber vacuum/pressure safety damper....186 8.69 Excessive vapor exhausting from doors ................187 8.70...

  • Page 12: Safety Precautions

    STERIS to schedule preventive maintenance or obtain the necessary Maintenance Manual if preventive maintenance is done by the Customer. Repairs and adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-trained service personnel. Repairs and adjustments performed by unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, result in improper equipment performance, void the warranty or result in costly damage.
  • Page 13 1 — Safety Precautions WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD Always verify door bridge is down before entering and exiting washer/disinfector chamber. Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including gloves and faceshield, when cleaning or removing debris from bottom of chamber and from debris screen. Surfaces are very hot after a cycle is completed and residual water could splash on skin and in eyes.
  • Page 14 Lockout/Tagout building electrical disconnect switch to cut power to washer/disinfector for maintenance or repairs. Repairs and adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-trained service personnel. Service personnel must disconnect all utilities to unit before servicing. No one should service unit unless all utilities have been properly locked out.
  • Page 15 WARNING INEFFECTIVE PROCESS HAZARD Customer is responsible for validating the performances of their own customized cycles. STERIS does not recommend setting cycle parameters below those validated cycles. CAUTION POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Always leave plenty of space between load and door before opening load door.

  • Page 16: Symbols And Labels

    2 — Symbols and Labels Symbols and Labels 2.1 Equipment Symbols The table below contains symbols which may be on your washer/disinfector components: Table 2-1. Definition of Symbols on Equipment Symbol Definition Protective Earth (Ground). Warning! Risk of Electrical Shock. Attention.

  • Page 17: Nameplate Symbols

    2 — Symbols and Labels Table 2-1. Definition of Symbols on Equipment (continued) Symbol Definition Risk of Pinching Fingers or Hands. Maximum height of cart(s) for processing CART LOW ECO cycle. 2.2 Nameplate Symbols The table below contains symbols which may be on the identification nameplate of your equipment: Table 2-2.

  • Page 18: Transportation And Storage

    2 — Symbols and Labels Table 2-2. Definition of Symbols (continued) Symbol Definition Address of Manufacturing Facility. Address of European Community Representative. 2.3 Transportation and Storage Symbols on the shipping crates stipulate equipment transport and storage environmental conditions for temperature and relative humidity as well as storage conditions and handling information.

  • Page 19: Installation Verification

    3 — Installation verification Installation verification 3.1 Technical Specifications — Introduction These specifications are intended to describe the technical information located on the identification nameplate and other relevant information for the Vision® 1321 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector, the Vision® 1327 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector and the Vision®...

  • Page 20: Installation Verification

    Replacement copies will be sent promptly. After installing the equipment according to the Uncrating/Installation Instructions, complete the following checklist to help ensure complete and correct installation, or contact STERIS to schedule a service technician to test your installation and demonstrate proper equipment operation.

  • Page 21: Chemicals And Cycles - Introduction

    Prolystica Ultra Concentrate Chemicals. IMPORTANT: STERIS does not promote, recommend or endorse the use of any other type of chemical additives and chemicals in the processing of articles in the Vision 1321 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector, the Vision 1327 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector and the Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector such as alcohol rinses or liquid germicides including sodium hypochlorite solution (bleach).

  • Page 22: Using Prolystica Ultra Concentrate Chemicals

    3.8 Using Prolystica Ultra Concentrate Chemicals The following Prolystica Ultra Concentrate Chemicals are used for processing loads within the washer/disinfector. All are easy-to-rinse ultra concentrates using ten times less product than traditional STERIS chemicals. Table 3-2. Prolystica Ultra Concentrate Chemicals Specifications...

  • Page 23: Using Other Steris Chemicals

    3.9 Using Other STERIS Chemicals Other STERIS chemicals can also be used for processing loads within the washer/disinfector. Contact STERIS for more information about chemicals available for use with the Vision 1321 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector, the Vision 1327 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector and the Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector.
  • Page 24 3 — Installation verification IMPORTANT: STERIS does not promote, recommend or endorse the use of any other type of chemical additives and chemicals in the processing of articles in the Vision 1321 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector, the Vision 1327 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector and the Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector such as alcohol rinses or liquid germicides including sodium hypochlorite solution (bleach).

  • Page 25: Using A Drying Agent For Thermal Rinse Phase

    3 — Installation verification Table 3-3. Other STERIS Chemicals Specifications (continued) Chemical Typical pH Available Description of Chemical Injection Rate (s) mL/L [oz./gallon] Formulated with biodegradable surfactants. eSSENTIALS CONCENTRATES 6.0 - 8.0 1 - 8 Formulated to clean stainless-steel Neutral Detergent...

  • Page 26: Using Other Chemicals

    Washer/Disinfector, the Vision 1327 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector and the Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector. IMPORTANT: STERIS does not promote, recommend or endorse the use of any other type of chemical additives and chemicals in the processing of articles in the Vision 1321 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector, the Vision 1327 Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector and the Vision 1330L Cart and Utensil Washer/Disinfector such as alcohol rinses or liquid germicides including sodium hypochlorite solution (bleach).

  • Page 27: Component Identification

    4 — Component Identification Component Identification 4.1 Component Identification — Introduction IMPORTANT: A listing of the Safety Precautions to be observed when operating and servicing this equipment can be found in Safety Precautions section of this manual. Do not operate the equipment until you have become familiar with this information. 4.2 Washer/Disinfector —...

  • Page 28: Chamber Doors

    4 — Component Identification 4.3 Chamber Doors The chamber is provided with a horizontally-sliding power door on the load and unload side to access chamber. Doors are automatically operated by pneumatic cylinders. Doors are made of double tempered glass to allow the operator to view the chamber interior while a cycle is in progress and remain safely cool to the touch at any time during a cycle.

  • Page 29: Debris Screen

    4 — Component Identification 1. Guiding Rails (See Section 4.7, Guiding Rails 2. Floor (Automatic Tilting System) 3. Emergency Stop Cables 4. Wall Manifold Connector for INSTRUENT Cart (Instrument Wash Option Required) 5. Traveler Spray Arm (see Section 4.6, Traveler Spray Arms 6.

  • Page 30: Traveler Spray Arms

    4 — Component Identification 4.6 Traveler Spray Arms Washer/disinfector includes two horizontally-mounted traveler spray arms, one on each side of the chamber, to optimize load and chamber coverage, as well as cycle time. Each traveler includes jets that are oriented upward, downward or horizontally to provide full coverage of all the items on the rack.

  • Page 31: Chamber Floor - Tilting

    4 — Component Identification 1. Guiding Rail For Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack 2. Guiding Rail 4.8 Chamber Floor — Tilting Drying phase is enhanced with an automatic floor tilting system available for the CART STD, CART LOW ECO, QUICK and customizable cycles.

  • Page 32: Reservoirs

    4 — Component Identification Air Heat Exchanger System Water and Steam Piping Water Heat and Exchanger System Electrical Box Chemical Dispersing Devices Reservoirs 4.10 Reservoirs Two reservoirs (thermal rinse and wash) are included with the washer/disinfector and a third one (wash) is available as an option.

  • Page 33: Electrical Box

    4 — Component Identification 4.11 Electrical Box The electrical box is located on mechanical core. Electrical box contains the central processor Unit (CPU) and controls washer/disinfector operation. 4.12 Chemical Dispensing System Three chemical injection pumps are included with a standard washer/disinfector. Up to two additional chemical injection pumps are included when Instrument Wash and/or Third Reservoir option is present.

  • Page 34: Floor Ramps (Accessory)

    4 — Component Identification Pre-Filter HEPA Filter 4.14 Floor Ramps (Accessory) Two floor ramps are available to help ensure easy and safe loading and unloading of the load when washer/disinfector is not installed in a pit. 4.15 Control System — General Description IMPORTANT: Become familiar with all control locations and functions before operating the washer/disinfector.

  • Page 35: Power (On/Off) Toggle Switch

    4 — Component Identification IMPORTANT: STERIS is not responsible for custom-programmed cycles. The system monitors and controls the washer/disinfector operations and functions and also monitors the current status of the washer/disinfector, including current chamber temperature and time remaining in phase.

  • Page 36: Bar Code Reader (Accessory)

    4 — Component Identification Printer Unload Side Control Panel 4.18 Bar Code Reader (Accessory) The bar code reader (accessory) is located next to washer/disinfector load door, under Emergency Stop pushbutton. Bar code reader is used to automatically identify and initiate the appropriate cycle by scanning a bar code tag attached on utensils, container or instruments rack.

  • Page 37: Operating Modes - Introduction

    4 — Component Identification Touch Screen Load Side Control Panel Unload Side Control Panel 4.20 Operating Modes — Introduction The control system offers four operation modes: Ready, Cycle, Supervisor and Service. The Ready and Cycle modes are always available. The Supervisor and Service modes are password-protected. 4.21 Ready Mode The Ready mode is the default operating mode of the washer/disinfector.

  • Page 38: Cycle Mode

    4 — Component Identification Pressing Standby/Restore on touch screen puts the washer/ disinfector in Standby mode for low energy consumption purpose. If a cycle is in progress when Standby/Restore is pressed, the washer/disinfector performs the Standby sequence and is put in Standby mode only after the cycle is completed. 4.23 Cycle Mode The Cycle mode is used when processing a rack or a surgical case cart.

  • Page 39: Service Mode

    4 — Component Identification 4.25 Service Mode The Service mode allows a qualified service technician to access the Service mode menu to configure the washer/disinfector and to perform preventive maintenance, testing and troubleshooting. The Service mode is not accessible to the operator or the supervisor. Only a qualified service technician can access the Service mode.
  • Page 40 Cycles are programmed or customized in Supervisor mode. NOTE: A custom cycle is recognized by a custom name and the absence of the STERIS validated logo inside the cycle button. PROGRESS BAR: Progress Bar is displayed on touch screen while the cycle is in progress to show the cycle progress.

  • Page 41: Touch Pads - Navigation And Function

    4 — Component Identification 4.28 Touch Pads - Navigation and Function MACHINE SETUP: Press Machine Setup on Ready screen to access other Ready screen allowing access to Supervisor mode or Service mode. SUPERVISOR MODE: Press Supervisor mode on Ready screen to access Supervisor mode login screen. SERVICE MODE: Press Service mode on Ready screen to access Service mode login screen.

  • Page 42: Audible Signal

    4 — Component Identification ALT: Used on Keyboard screen. Press Alt on touch screen to set all alternate characters on Keyboard screen. SHIFT: Used on Keyboard screen. Press Shift on touch screen to obtain uppercase letters. DETAILS: Press Details on touch screen to view current cycle written data of parameters. PRINT: Press Print on touch screen to print specific information from the Cycle, Service and Supervisor modes.

  • Page 43: Emergency Safety Feature - Emergency Stop Cables

    4 — Component Identification 1. Emergency Stop Pushbutton 4.34 Emergency Safety Feature — Emergency Stop Cables WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD Always verify door bridge is down before entering and exiting washer/disinfector chamber. Emergency stop cables are located inside chamber, one on each wall. In case of an emergency, pull on either cable.

  • Page 44: Emergency Safety Feature - Chamber Door Interlock Mechanism

    4 — Component Identification 1. Emergency Stop Cable 4.35 Emergency Safety Feature — Chamber Door Interlock Mechanism Chamber doors are equipped with a door interlock safety mechanism that prevents load side door from opening at the same time as the unload side door to avoid cross-contamination. When a cycle is in progress, the door interlock mechanism prevents either door from being opened without aborting the cycle.

  • Page 45: Loading Racks - Introduction

    4 — Component Identification IMPORTANT: If the Process Verification System (PV) detected a failed parameter, load must be processed again through new complete cycle. 4.38 Loading Racks — Introduction The following loading racks can be used to process items in the washer/disinfector. For details on loading possibilities, refer to Section 5.8, How to Load Racks.

  • Page 46: Loading Rack - Vision Cw Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack (Option)

    4 — Component Identification 4.41 Loading Rack — Vision CW Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack (Option) Vision CW Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack, included with Instrument Washing option, is a manifolded two-level rack equipped with rotary spray arms that can hold DIN trays and instrument trays. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision®...

  • Page 47: Operating Instructions

    5 — Operating Instructions Operating Instructions 5.1 Operating Instructions — Introduction IMPORTANT: A listing of the Safety Precautions to be observed when operating and servicing this equipment can be found in Safety Precautions section of this manual. Do not operate the equipment until you have become familiar with this information. 5.2 Before Operating Washer/Disinfector —...
  • Page 48 5 — Operating Instructions 6. Verify debris screen in bottom of chamber is clean and properly inserted in place (refer to Section 4.5, Debris Screen, for more details). 7. Verify traveler spray arm jets are not clogged. Clean if necessary (refer to Section 7.9, Traveler Spray Arm Assemblies).

  • Page 49: Before Operating Washer/Disinfector - Door Operation

    5 — Operating Instructions 11. Look through printer door and verify there is sufficient paper available. A colored warning stripe is visible when paper roll is near end. When paper has completely run out, a blue LED lights up in the Paper Feed Button. Refer Section 7.8, Changing Printer Paper Roll and Ink Cartridge (Accessory), if paper roll needs to be replaced.

  • Page 50: Before Operating Washer/Disinfector - Door Obstruction

    5 — Operating Instructions • To close unload side door, press Open/Close door on unload side touch screen. IMPORTANT: Keep washer/disinfector doors closed between cycles and when washer/disinfector is not in use. 5.4 Before Operating Washer/Disinfector - Door Obstruction WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD If an obstruction is present in the wash chamber door, the obstruction detection system will detect an obstruction and the door will automatically stop from closing.

  • Page 51: Reservoirs - Water Recycling

    5 — Operating Instructions • In Ready mode, washer/disinfector is always ready to process a cycle. However, if an INSTRUMENT cycle is selected (Instrument Washing option required), reservoir to be used is first drained then filled with fresh water for Pre-Wash phase; •...

  • Page 52: Loading Vision Cw Container Rack

    IMPORTANT: Maximum loading weight (accessory rack and its contents) for manual loading of the washer/disinfector is 300 lb (136 kg). STERIS carries a complete line of accessories for use with this equipment. Contact STERIS for more information on these products.

  • Page 53: Loading Vision Cw Utensil Rack

    5 — Operating Instructions Basket for Filter Retention Plates 5.10 Loading Vision CW Utensil Rack CAUTION POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Items processed in the washer/disinfector must tolerate temperatures and chemicals specified in this manual. Always follow instrument manufacturer recommendations for cleaning instructions. Vision CW Utensil Rack can load a maximum of: •...

  • Page 54: Loading Vision Cw Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack (Option)

    5 — Operating Instructions • 40 to 72 small trays of 9 to 13 x 5 to 10” (229 to 330 x 127 to 254 mm); • 32 bedpans, or; • 96 theatre shoes. When loading Vision CW Utensil Rack, ensure: •...
  • Page 55 5 — Operating Instructions CAUTION POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Items processed in the washer/disinfector must tolerate temperatures and chemicals specified in this manual. Always follow instrument manufacturer recommendations for cleaning instructions. Vision CW Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack, included with Instrument Washing option, can load: •...

  • Page 56: Loading Surgical Case Carts

    5 — Operating Instructions 5.12 Loading Surgical Case Carts CAUTION POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Items processed in the washer/disinfector must tolerate temperatures and chemicals specified in this manual. Always follow instrument manufacturer recommendations for cleaning instructions. Surgical case carts are designed for storage of instruments and supplies for surgical procedures. Washer/disinfector can process up to two surgical case carts per CART STD, CART LOW ECO or QUICK cycle.
  • Page 57 5 — Operating Instructions WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Always use non-foaming chemical for effective cleaning and proper pump and water level sensor operation. Follow manufacturer's recommendations for amount of chemical to be used. WARNING SLIPPING HAZARD To prevent slips, keep floors dry. Promptly clean up any spills or drippage. For spills or drippage of detergents or other chemicals, follow safety precautions and handling procedures set forth on detergent or chemical label and/or Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
  • Page 58 5 — Operating Instructions CAUTION POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Always select a cycle appropriate for the items being processed. Failure to do so may result in product damage. 1. Ensure all items to be processed are correctly positioned on rack (see Section 5.8, How to Load Racks).
  • Page 59 5 — Operating Instructions ... and display shows, for example: 5. When chamber door is open, roll rack or cart into chamber using guiding rails as follows: • If processing Vision CW Utensil Rack or Vision CW Container Rack, roll rack into wash chamber inserting the proper wheels between the two guiding rails (go to Step 920515770_J...
  • Page 60 5 — Operating Instructions Vision CW Container Rack Shown Rack Shown Empty for Clarity Manifolded Rack Guiding Rail Guiding Rail • If processing Surgical Case Cart(s): a. Ensure doors of surgical case cart are locked in open position. b. Position open side of carts facing opposite control panel to help ensure proper draining and drying when floor tilting system is used.
  • Page 61 5 — Operating Instructions Cart Height Template Lock Doors in Open Position Manifolded Rack Guiding Rail Guiding Rail Place Opening Facing Opposite Control Panel • If processing instruments trays in Vision CW Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack (with Instrument Wash option): a.
  • Page 62 5 — Operating Instructions Instrument Rack Water Inlet Manifolded Rack Guiding Rail Rack Shown Empty for Clarity b. Roll rack into chamber inserting the proper wheels inside manifolded rack guiding rail located nearest chamber wall manifolded connector. c. Insert rack manifold connector into chamber water inlet. Gently push on rack until manifold connector clicks into position.
  • Page 63 5 — Operating Instructions Chamber Manifold Connector Instrument Rack Water Inlet Manifolded Rack Guiding Rail Rack Shown Empty for Clarity d. An audible signal is heard and display shows: 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 64 5 — Operating Instructions 6. Press Close on upper right corner of touch screen to return to Ready screen. Display shows: 7. When rack or surgical case cart is properly loaded into chamber, press Open/Close Door on Ready screen, on load side touch screen, to close load door.
  • Page 65 5 — Operating Instructions b. Press Left or Right arrow to scroll across touch screen to view all available cycles. NOTE: Before processing cycle, note the following: i. Ensure to select the appropriate cycle for items being processed and ensure appropriate cycle parameters are set in the control before beginning cycle.
  • Page 66 5 — Operating Instructions 10. When loading reaches 100%, selected cycle starts. Display shows, for example: ... and printer message is: 11. Cycle proceeds through selected cycle phases, displaying countdown for each phase. See Section 5.14, Typical Cycle Operation — General for more detailed information about a typical cycle operation.

  • Page 67: Typical Cycle Operation - General

    5 — Operating Instructions 5.14 Typical Cycle Operation — General WARNING BURN HAZARD In an emergency, first stop cycle by pressing Emergency Stop pushbutton. Wait until water flow stops before opening door. Once door is opened, wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) whenever entering the chamber to unload washer/disinfector.
  • Page 68 5 — Operating Instructions 4. To zoom in and out on the graph, press magnifier icon on the bottom left side of the screen. 5. Press Close on upper right corner of touch screen until display returns to Cycle in process screen. 6.

  • Page 69: Pre-Wash Phase (Instrument Wash Option)

    5 — Operating Instructions IMPORTANT: If a malfunction or an alarm occurs during a cycle, an audible signal sounds and the screen turns red and displays an alarm message. See Section 5.24, Responding to an Alarm, for more information. IMPORTANT: To abort a cycle, see Section 5.25, Stopping or Aborting a Cycle, for more information.

  • Page 70: Thermal Rinse Phase

    5 — Operating Instructions 2. NON-HEATED STAGE: Phase solution is recirculated on load through traveler spray arm for preprogrammed period of time (high speed) for non-heated stage. 3. HEATED STAGE: Then, chamber heats phase solution while solution is still recirculated on load through traveler spray arms for preprogrammed period of time (high speed).
  • Page 71 5 — Operating Instructions WARNING BURN HAZARD Inner surfaces of chamber, surgical case carts and racks are very hot after cycle is completed. Allow washer/disinfector to cool down before entering chamber. Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including gloves and faceshield, and avoid contact with inner walls when entering chamber.
  • Page 72 5 — Operating Instructions 2. Leave door open and allow load to cool before removing load. 3. An audible signal sounds and display shows, for example: NOTE: A WARNING symbol might be displayed on touch screen so operator can access a list of warning messages.

  • Page 73: Using Standby Mode - General

    5 — Operating Instructions 5.20 Using Standby Mode — General Any reservoir that has not been used for more than 24 hours is automatically drained and thermal reservoir temperature is always kept hot to be ready for the next cycle. To save water, steam or electricity and chemicals, the washer/disinfector should be put in Standby Mode when it will not be used overnight or for a longer period of time.
  • Page 74 5 — Operating Instructions 2. Press NO to return to Ready screen or cycle in progress. – or – 3. Press YES to put washer in Standby Mode. Standby preparation sequence is processed. Display shows: 4. All reservoirs are then drained and the Standby screen is displayed. 5.

  • Page 75: Using Standby Mode When Cycle Is In Progress

    5 — Operating Instructions 6. Display returns to the Ready screen. 5.22 Using Standby Mode When Cycle is in Progress 1. In Cycle in Progress screen: Press Standby/Restore on touch screen. Display shows Standby Confirmation screen: 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 76 5 — Operating Instructions 2. Press Close to return to cycle in progress. – or – 3. Press Deactivated on touch screen so it toggles to Activated to put washer in Standby Mode when cycle is completed. Display shows: 4. Washer/disinfector completes the cycle in progress. The Cycle Completed screen is displayed: 5.
  • Page 77 5 — Operating Instructions 6. All reservoirs are then drained and the Standby screen is displayed: 7. Press Standby/Restore button again on touch screen to put washer/disinfector back into operation. Reservoirs start filling and display shows restore sequence screens: 8. Display returns to the Ready screen: 920515770_J Vision®...

  • Page 78: Responding To A Warning Message

    5 — Operating Instructions 5.23 Responding to a Warning Message Conditions that trigger a WARNING do not prevent cycles from being processed, nor impair their efficiency. They are mainly linked to the utilities (under or over-pressure) and detergent levels. When such a condition is detected by the control, a WARNING symbol appears on the screen to warn the operator that a situation requires special attention during a cycle.

  • Page 79: Responding To An Alarm

    Refer to Troubleshooting Section for a detailed listing of alarms. NOTE: Some alarm conditions can be solved by the operator, other require the intervention of a STERIS-trained technician. 1. When a malfunction or an alarm occurs before cycle is successfully completed, an alarm sounds and display...

  • Page 80: Stopping Or Aborting A Cycle

    5 — Operating Instructions ... and printer message is: 3. If operator has been able to solve alarm condition using information on Troubleshooting Section washer/disinfector automatically performs the Abort sequence. Display shows: Section 5.25, Stopping or Aborting a Cycle, for details on Abort sequence. IMPORTANT: If alarm occurs before the Thermal Rinse phase is completed, a supervisor may need to enter login name and corresponding password to open load door because thermal disinfection was not performed.
  • Page 81 5 — Operating Instructions 2. Press STOP on touch screen. Display shows: 3. Press No on touch screen to resume cycle. – or – Press Yes on touch screen to abort cycle. IMPORTANT: If a cycle is aborted before the Thermal Rinse phase is completed, a supervisor may need to enter login name and corresponding password to open load door because thermal disinfection was not performed.

  • Page 82: Shutdown

    5 — Operating Instructions 6. Then display returns to Ready screen: 5.26 Shutdown Washer/disinfector should remain ON at all times except when performing maintenance or repairs. Refer to Section 7.3, Routine Maintenance, for routine maintenance procedures. 5.27 Power Failure 1. If a power failure occurs, washer/disinfector power up sequence begins when power is restored. Display shows: 2.
  • Page 83 5 — Operating Instructions 3. Press Open/Close door on touch screen to close door. Display shows, for example: WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD Keep hands and fingers away from door or any moving parts to prevent crushing. 4. Sump, piping and reservoirs are drained, if required. Display shows, for example: 5.

  • Page 84: Emergency Stop Pushbutton Procedure

    5 — Operating Instructions 6. When power up is completed, display shows Ready screen: IMPORTANT: If a power failure occurs during a cycle, items must be reprocessed through a complete cycle when power is restored (see Section 5.14, Typical Cycle Operation — General, for details on how to process a cycle).
  • Page 85 5 — Operating Instructions ... and display shows: 2. If desired, press Silence buzzer on touch screen to silence buzzer. IMPORTANT: If Emergency Stop pushbutton is pressed before the Thermal Rinse phase is completed, a supervisor may need to enter login name and corresponding password to open load door because thermal disinfection was not performed.
  • Page 86 5 — Operating Instructions ... then: 6. Press Open/Close door on load and/or unload side of washer/ disinfector to pressurize doors. Display shows, for example: IMPORTANT: If door was manually opened, door closing speed could be higher than usual. Ensure to stay away from door while it is closing.

  • Page 87: Emergency Stop Cable Procedure

    5 — Operating Instructions ... then, display shows Ready screen: 7. Resume washer/disinfector normal operation. IMPORTANT: Items must be reprocessed through a complete cycle (see Section 5.14, Typical Cycle Operation — General, for details on how to process a cycle). 5.29 Emergency Stop Cable Procedure WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD:...
  • Page 88 5 — Operating Instructions WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD: Keep hands and fingers away from door or any moving parts to prevent crushing. 1. When inside chamber, in case of an emergency situation, pull emergency stop cable located on either side of the chamber.
  • Page 89 5 — Operating Instructions ... then: 4. Press Open/Close door on load and/or unload side of washer/ disinfector to pressurize doors. Display shows, for example: IMPORTANT: If door was manually opened, door closing speed could be higher than usual. Ensure to stay away from door while it is closing.

  • Page 90: Visual Inspection

    5 — Operating Instructions ... then, display shows Ready screen: 5. Resume washer/disinfector normal operation. NOTE: Items must be reprocessed through a complete cycle (see Section 5.14, Typical Cycle Operation — General, for details on how to process a cycle). 5.30 Visual Inspection IMPORTANT: Good Hospital Practice dictates all instruments be inspected for visible debris after processing in the washer/disinfector.

  • Page 91: Cycle And Control Value Programming

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Cycle and Control Value Programming 6.1 Cycle and Control Value Programming — Introduction IMPORTANT: A listing of the Safety Precautions to be observed when operating and servicing this equipment can be found in Safety Precautions section of this manual.
  • Page 92 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming WARNING INEFFECTIVE PROCESS HAZARD Customer is responsible for validating the performances of their own customized cycles. STERIS does not recommend setting cycle parameters below those validated cycles. Cycles include various sequences of phases: •...
  • Page 93 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Table 6-1. Cycle Description Chart 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
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  • Page 97 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Table 6-2. Cycle Description Chart — Appendix 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...

  • Page 98: Process Verification - Chemical Injection Range

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 6.3 Process Verification — Chemical Injection Range The chemical injection is monitored during the instrumentation cycle to ensure that the quantity of chemical injected is in the acceptance range. During the cycle itself, an alarm is generated if the chemical volume injected is out of acceptance range. 6.4 Using Process Verification (PV) Process Verification (PV) monitors cycle parameters during specific phases.

  • Page 99: Introduction-Supervisor Mode - General

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Table 6-4. PV Record — Graph NOTE: Not available in the United States. 6.5 Introduction-Supervisor Mode — General The Supervisor mode access is secured by login names and corresponding passwords. 6.6 Logging in Supervisor Mode To access Supervisor mode, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 100 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 2. Display shows second Ready screen. Press Supervisor mode on touch screen. NOTE: X Touch Pad Returns to Previous Screen. 3. Display shows Supervisor mode login screen: 4. Press Login name on login screen to select Supervisor name. Select name. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision®...
  • Page 101 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 5. Press Enter to confirm selection. 6. Press Password on login screen and enter corresponding password on keyboard. 7. Press Enter to confirm entry. NOTE: If password entered is wrong, display shows INVALID PASSWORD. 8.

  • Page 102: Supervisor Mode Menus

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming NOTE: Use slider or arrow to view additional menus. 6.7 Supervisor Mode Menus Supervisor mode gives access to the following menus: 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...
  • Page 103 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 1. Supervisors • To Add, Edit or Delete Supervisors Login Names and Passwords (see Section 6.16, Supervisor Menu — Reservoirs). 2. Cycles • To Create Customized Cycles and to Modify Validated Cycles (see Section 6.11, Copying/Creating a Customized Cycle Section 6.10, Modifying a Validated...

  • Page 104: Supervisor Menu - Supervisors

    Section 6.17, Supervisor Menu — Reminders 7. Transfer PDF Reports • To Transfer Saved Cycle Reports on an USB Key (not provided by STERIS) Connected on Control Panel (see Section 6.18, Supervisor Menu — Transfer PDF Reports 8. Software Version •...
  • Page 105 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming NOTE: X touch pad returns to previous screen. 3. Press Add supervisor on Supervisors screen to add login name and corresponding password. – or – Press Edit supervisor on Supervisors screen to modify specific login name and/or corresponding password. –...
  • Page 106 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming – or – 5. Enter data using alphanumeric keyboard. 6. Press Enter to confirm each entry. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...

  • Page 107: Supervisor Menu - Cycles: General

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 7. Once all modifications are completed, press Close on touch screen until reaching desired screen. 6.9 Supervisor Menu — Cycles: General Cycles menu is used to create customized cycles as well as to modify validated and customized cycles. NOTE: While scrolling through screens and menus, note the following: 1.
  • Page 108 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 4. Press Modify cycles on touch screen. Display shows Cycles screen: 5. On Cycles screen, press Left or Right arrow to scroll across touch screen to view all cycles open to modification. 6. Select any validated cycle to modify. 7.
  • Page 109 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 8. If supervisor tries to lock last cycle available, display shows: This cycle cannot be locked because it is the last one available. You should unlock another cycle before locking this one. 9. Press Modify Phases on Modify cycle screen to modify values of cycle phases. 10.

  • Page 110: Copying/Creating A Customized Cycle

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 11. Use keyboard to enter desired value within the range indicated. NOTE: On Modify phases screen, press Right arrow to scroll across touch screen to view following menus. 12. Once all modifications are completed, press Close on touch screen until reaching desired screen. 6.11 Copying/Creating a Customized Cycle Creating customized cycles allows the operator to store phases and values tailored to make processing more efficient, while retaining immediate access to factory preset cycles.
  • Page 111 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 3. Display shows Cycles - Copy/Modify screen: 4. Press Copy Cycle on touch screen. Display shows Select source cycle screen. NOTE: On Select source cycle screen, press Right arrow to scroll across touch screen to view following menus. 920515770_J Vision®...

  • Page 112: Modifying A Customized Cycle

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 5. Select and press name of cycle to be copied for creating new customized cycle. Display shows Select destination cycle screen. NOTE: On Select destination cycle screen, press Right arrow to scroll across touch screen to view following menus.
  • Page 113 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming NOTE: X touch pad returns to previous screen. 2. Press Cycles on touch screen. Display shows Cycles - Copy/Modify screen. 3. Press Modify cycles on touch screen. Display shows Cycles screen. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 114 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 4. On Cycles screen, press Left or Right arrow to scroll across touch screen to view all cycles open to modification. 5. Select customized cycle to modify. Display shows first Modify cycle screen. 6.

  • Page 115: Assigning Bar Code Tag Numbers (Bar Code Reader Accessory)

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 10. Follow instructions on touch screen to modify all appropriate cycle phases parameters. Parameters that can be modified are indicated in . 11. Use keyboard to enter desired value within range indicated. NOTE: On Modify phases screen, press Right arrow to scroll across touch screen to view following menus. 12.

  • Page 116: Supervisor Menu - Machine Setup

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 3. Press Bar codes assignation on touch screen. Display shows Bar codes assignation screen. 4. Using slider or arrow on Bar codes assignation screen, locate cycle for which a bar code tag needs to be assigned.
  • Page 117 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 1. Access Supervisor mode as explained in Section 6.6, Logging in Supervisor Mode. NOTE: X touch pad returns to previous screen. 2. In Supervisor menu screen, press Machine Setup on Supervisor mode screen. Display shows Machine Setup screen.

  • Page 118: Supervisor Menu - Print

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 3. Press desired setting touch pad to toggle between YES and NO or other available selections. 4. Press Close on touch screen to save last selections. Display shows for three seconds: Then, display returns to Supervisor mode screen. 6.15 Supervisor Menu —...
  • Page 119 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 2. Press Print on Supervisor mode screen. Display shows Print screen. NOTE: X touch pad returns to previous screen. 3. Press Cycle on Print screen to select cycle to print. Display goes to Cycle selection screen. Then, press Cycle name to print. 920515770_J Vision®...
  • Page 120 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming – or – Press All cycles on Print screen to print the values of all cycles. – or – Press Configuration on Print screen to print the data of washer/disinfector configuration. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision®...

  • Page 121: Supervisor Menu - Reservoirs

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 4. Once printing completed, press Close on touch screen until reaching desired screen. 6.16 Supervisor Menu — Reservoirs IMPORTANT: Reservoir configuration defines the preparation done for all cycles except INSTRUMENT and DECONTAM cycles. Then, any change to these parameters will be applied to all cycles using this specific reservoir.

  • Page 122: Supervisor Menu - Reminders

    6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 4. Once modifications are completed, press Close on touch screen until reaching desired screen. 6.17 Supervisor Menu — Reminders 1. Access Supervisor mode as explained in Section 6.6, Logging in Supervisor Mode. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision®...
  • Page 123 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming NOTE: X touch pad returns to previous screen. NOTE: Use slider or arrow to view additional supervisor menus. 2. Press Reminders. Display shows Reminders menu screen. 3. Press desired setting touch pad to toggle between selections. 920515770_J Vision®...

  • Page 124: Supervisor Menu - Transfer Pdf Reports

    NOTE: X touch pad returns to previous screen. NOTE: Use slider or arrow to view additional supervisor menus. 2. Press Transfer PDF Reports. Display shows message to insert USB key (not provided by STERIS). 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...
  • Page 125 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 3. Insert USB key in USB port located on control panel. 4. A message confirms USB key is detected. Press on Right arrow to start transfer. Display shows progress of report transfer. 5. Once transfer is completed, remove USB key. 920515770_J Vision®...
  • Page 126 6 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 6. Press Close on touch screen until reaching desired screen. 7. Insert USB key into any compatible computer to view and print reports. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...

  • Page 127: Routine Maintenance

    STERIS to schedule preventive maintenance or obtain the necessary Maintenance Manual (P764334-114) if preventive maintenance is done by the Customer. Repairs and adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-trained service personnel. Repairs and adjustments performed by unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, result in improper equipment performance, void the warranty or result in costly damage.

  • Page 128: Routine Maintenance

    7 — Routine Maintenance 1. Regular service and maintenance MUST be performed only by STERIS or a STERIS-trained technician. Any work performed by inexperienced or unqualified persons or the installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, invalidate the warranty o result in costly damage.
  • Page 129 Section 7.6, Decontam Cycle). IMPORTANT: Procedure to be performed by technician or biomed personnel only. Verify pickup tube is not clogged, cracked or distorted. If damaged, contact STERIS* or Chemicals Customer ’s Maintenance Service. Verify operation of chemical empty switches. If damaged, contact STERIS* or Customer’ s Chemicals Maintenance Service.

  • Page 130: Debris Screen

    7 — Routine Maintenance 7.4 Debris Screen WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD ● Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including gloves and faceshield, when cleaning or removing debris from bottom of chamber and from debris screen. Surfaces are very hot after a cycle is completed and residual water could splash on skin and in eyes.

  • Page 131: Clean Washer/Disinfector Exterior

    7 — Routine Maintenance 5. Remove debris screen located in bottom of chamber. 6. Always clean debris screen while it is still wet, before debris dries. Brush debris screen to detach dirt. 7. Rinse debris screen under running water. 8. Reinstall debris screen in bottom of chamber. Press down firmly into place. 9.
  • Page 132 7 — Routine Maintenance WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Before servicing or cleaning washer/disinfector, always turn LOCK/UNLOCK key selector to LOCK position to prevent cycle operation. Keep the key on yourself. WARNING BURN HAZARD Inner surfaces of chamber, surgical case carts and racks are very hot after cycle is completed.

  • Page 133: Decontam Cycle

    7 — Routine Maintenance 7.6 Decontam Cycle WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD ● Keep hands and fingers away from door or any moving parts to prevent crushing. ● Always verify door bridge is down before entering washer/disinfector chamber. ● Keep away from service door area when washer door opens to prevent crushing hazard.
  • Page 134 DECONTAM cycle warning message is displayed. Before performing the DECONTAM cycle: • Contact STERIS for information on specific cleaning and descaling products recommended for use with this washer/disinfector. • Depending on hardness of water being used, it may be necessary to decontaminate and descale more often.
  • Page 135 7 — Routine Maintenance 2. If Instrument Washing option IS NOT present: Go to Step – or – If Instrument Washing option IS present: a. Press Open/Close door on load side touch screen to open load door. b. When chamber door is open, roll empty Vision CW Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack into wash chamber, inserting right wheels in the most rightward guiding rail.
  • Page 136 7 — Routine Maintenance Chamber Manifold Connector Instrument Rack Water Inlet d. When rack is loaded into chamber, press Open/Close door on load side touch screen to close load door. 3. For regular DECONTAM cycle, go to Step – or – If quarterly inspection shows hard water deposits are visible inside reservoir(s), proceed as follows: IMPORTANT: Procedure to be performed by technician or biomed personnel only.
  • Page 137 7 — Routine Maintenance Remove Reservoir Cover d. Brush inside of reservoir and cover using a germicide to clean any hard water deposits. e. Reinstall all reservoir covers. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 138 7 — Routine Maintenance Reinstall Reservoir Covers f. Unlock building main electrical disconnect switch and put to ON position. g. Put washer/disinfector Power (ON/OFF) toggle switch to ON position. h. Washer/disinfector power up sequence begins. Side reservoirs fill with water. Display shows: ...
  • Page 139 7 — Routine Maintenance 4. Press CYCLES on touch screen. 5. If Instrument Washing option IS NOT present: Display shows Select cycle to start screen: Press Right arrow to scroll across touch screen to view DECONTAM cycle button. – or – If Instrument Washing option IS present: Display shows: 920515770_J Vision®...
  • Page 140 7 — Routine Maintenance 6. Press Decontam cycle button on touch screen. All reservoirs drain completely to ensure only clean water is being used. Display shows, for example: 7. DECONTAM cycle proceeds with filling, injecting, recirculating and draining phases to decontaminate wash chamber and reservoirs.
  • Page 141 7 — Routine Maintenance 11. Verify debris screen in bottom of chamber for debris. If required, remove and rinse off any debris. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 142 7 — Routine Maintenance 12. Reinstall debris screen at the bottom of chamber. Press down firmly to lock in place. 13. Exit chamber and use key to turn Lock/Unlock selector to Unlock position to unlock washer/disinfector. 14. Press Open/Close door on load side touch screen to close chamber load door. 15.

  • Page 143: Chemical Container Replacement

    7 — Routine Maintenance 7.7 Chemical Container Replacement WARNING CHEMICAL BURN AND/OR EYE INJURY HAZARD Chemicals are caustic and can cause adverse effects to exposed tissues. Do not allow chemicals used in the washer/ disinfector to contact eyes, skin or do not attempt to swallow.

  • Page 144: Changing Printer Paper Roll And Ink Cartridge (Accessory)

    7.8 Changing Printer Paper Roll and Ink Cartridge (Accessory) To change printer ink cartridge and paper roll, proceed as follows: IMPORTANT: STERIS ink cartridge and paper are recommended. Using non-STERIS ink cartridge and non-STERIS paper can result in defects or other problems and can void the warranty.
  • Page 145 7 — Routine Maintenance 4. Remove used paper from spindle. 5. If needed, open inner printer door and remove old paper roll, gently pulling any remaining paper out of printer roller mechanism. Press and Release Here to Open Door Printer Door 920515770_J Vision®...
  • Page 146 7 — Routine Maintenance Take-Up Spool Paper Inner Printer Door Ink Cartridge Paper Feed Button (Includes LED if Feature is Present) Printer Door 6. Insert new paper roll. 7. Slightly fold end of paper and insert end of paper into printer roller mechanism, just behind ink cartridge. 8.
  • Page 147 7 — Routine Maintenance Impact Printer Ink Cartridge The printer ink cartridge should be changed as soon as type on printouts is light or faded, and before printouts become difficult to read. 1. Tear paper between take-up spool and printer. 2.

  • Page 148: Traveler Spray Arm Assemblies

    7 — Routine Maintenance 7.9 Traveler Spray Arm Assemblies Traveler Spray Arm Assemblies – General WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD ● Always verify door bridge is down before entering washer/disinfector chamber. ● Keep hands and fingers away from door or any moving parts to prevent crushing. WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Before servicing or cleaning washer/disinfector, always turn LOCK/UNLOCK key selector...
  • Page 149 7 — Routine Maintenance 3. Use key to turn LOCK/UNLOCK selector to position to lock washer/disinfector. IMPORTANT: Retain key while inside chamber. 4. Enter chamber. 5. Use a fine wire (approximately wire gauge of a paper clip) to clean visible debris from spray arm jets by pulling debris out of holes.
  • Page 150 7 — Routine Maintenance Traveler Spray Arm Purge Spray Arm Travelers 1. Press touch pad on load side control panel to open wash chamber load door. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...
  • Page 151 7 — Routine Maintenance 2. Use key to turn LOCK/UNLOCK selector to position to lock washer/disinfector. IMPORTANT: Retain key while inside chamber 3. Remove clip and spray arm plug on each end of traveler spray arms. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 152 7 — Routine Maintenance Clip (x 4) Spray Arm Plug (x 4) 4. Press touch pad on load side control panel to close wash chamber load door. 5. Press touch pad on Ready screen. Display shows Select Cycle to Start screen. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision®...
  • Page 153 7 — Routine Maintenance 6. Press CART LOW ECO touch pad to select cycle. Display shows cycle start sequence. 7. When loading reaches 100%, selected cycle starts. 8. Leave washer running approximately one minute. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 154 7 — Routine Maintenance NOTE: It is normal that recirculation pump is noisy due to spray arm plugs removed on traveler spray arms. 9. Press on touch screen. Display asks if cycle needs to be aborted. 10. Press Yes on touch screen to abort cycle. Abort sequence proceeds.
  • Page 155 7 — Routine Maintenance Display shows: Door restricted screen. 12. Press on touch screen. Display shows Supervisor Login screen. 13. Press PASSWORD on touch screen. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 156 7 — Routine Maintenance 14. Enter predefined Service login password using available touch pads on keypad, then press to confirm entry. Display shows Opening door screen. 15. Reinstall four previously removed clips and spray arm plugs on each end of traveler spray arms. 16.
  • Page 157 7 — Routine Maintenance Debris Screen 18. Press touch pad on load side control panel to close wash chamber load door. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...

  • Page 158: Vision Cw Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack Spray Arm Assemblies

    7 — Routine Maintenance 7.10 Vision CW Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack Spray Arm Assemblies WARNING BURN HAZARD Allow washer/disinfector to cool down before performing any service on pump, mechanical components or piping. Surfaces become very hot during washer/disinfector operation. WARNING SLIPPING HAZARD To prevent slips, keep floors dry.
  • Page 159 7 — Routine Maintenance Rotary Spray Arm Assembly 3. Remove pivot, washer and O-ring from spray arms and keep safely aside. IMPORTANT: Position of spray arms is factory-adjusted for optimal jet efficiency. NEVER remove spray arms from hub. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 160 7 — Routine Maintenance O-Ring Washer Pivot 4. Remove pins securing both arm assembly end caps. 5. Remove end caps and put safely aside. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...
  • Page 161 7 — Routine Maintenance 6. Use spray jet cleaning needle (P117072281) to clean sediment from spray jets. 7. Rinse spray arms, pivot, washer an end cap under running water to clean out sediment. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...
  • Page 162 7 — Routine Maintenance 8. Reinstall end caps on spray arm assembly using previously removed pins. IMPORTANT: Align end cap alignment pin with dent on spray arm end. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...
  • Page 163 7 — Routine Maintenance 9. Reinstall pivot, washer, O-ring and end caps on spray arm assembly using previously removed pins. O-Ring Washer Pivot 10. Once cleaning procedure is completed, reinstall rotary spray arm assembly to Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack using previously removed pin. 920515770_J Vision®...

  • Page 164: Emergency Stop Cables

    7 — Routine Maintenance Rotary Spray Arm Assembly 11. Repeat procedure for each rotary spray arm on rack. 7.11 Emergency Stop Cables WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Before servicing or cleaning washer/disinfector, always turn LOCK/UNLOCK key selector to LOCK position to prevent cycle operation. Keep the key on yourself. WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD ●...

  • Page 165: Emergency Stop Pushbuttons

    7 — Routine Maintenance 4. An alarm should be displayed on the control and air is released from door mechanism. Display shows: 5. Use key to turn LOCK/UNLOCK selector to UNLOCK position to unlock washer/disinfector. 6. Acknowledge alarm and resume washer operation. 7.
  • Page 166 7 — Routine Maintenance 1. Ensure doors are closed. if not, press Open/Close door on load or unload side touch screen to close load or unload door. 2. Push Emergency Stop pushbutton. 3. An alarm should be displayed on the control. Display shows: 4.

  • Page 167: Troubleshooting

    WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Repairs and service adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS-trained service personnel. Repairs and service adjustments performed by unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, result in improper equipment performance, void the warranty or result in costly damage.

  • Page 168: Alarm# 1 Emergency Stop

    4. Cycle processes Abort sequence then returns to normal operation. 5. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. Emergency Stop cable was pushed/pulled on service or 1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm non-service side.

  • Page 169: Alarm# 2 Load Door Locking System Malfunction

    2. Abort cycle. 3. Cycle processes Abort sequence then returns to normal operation. 4. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.5 Alarm# 3 Unload Door Locking System Malfunction Condition Locking mechanism does not detect load door as locked even if locking was activated.

  • Page 170: Alarm# 4 Load Door Unlocked During Cycle

    2. Abort cycle. 3. Cycle processes Abort sequence then returns to normal operation. 4. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.7 Alarm# 5 Unload Door Unlocked During Cycle Condition Unload door lock sensor deactivated while cycle is in process.

  • Page 171: Alarm# 6 Spray Arms Not Moving

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. Cycle processes Abort sequence then returns to normal operation. 4. Remove obstruction. 5. Initiate cycle again. 6. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...

  • Page 172: Alarm# 7 Recirculation Process Malfunction

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. If Instrument Washing option is present: Instrument 1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm Washing Manifolded Rack is incorrectly connected.

  • Page 173: Alarm# 9 Sump Draining/Recycling Malfunction

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.12 Alarm# 10 Water Recirculation Pressure Transmitter Defective Condition Water recirculation pressure transmitter wires are shorted or disconnected.

  • Page 174: Alarm# 11 Water Recycling Malfunction

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.14 Alarm# 12 Water Recirculation Temperature Too High Condition Water in recirculation system is too hot.

  • Page 175: Alarm# 13 Water Recirculation Too Long To Heat

    4. Verify water temperature and temperature setpoint in Supervisor mode. 5. Reset temperature setpoint as required . 6. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. Excessive scale build up in the recirculation piping of 1. Run a DECONTAM cycle (refer to Section 7.6, water or water in line heat exchanger.

  • Page 176: Alarm# 15 Reservoir #1 Water Temperature Too High

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm allowed buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. If electric-heated washer/disinfector: Heaters circuit 1. Contact STERIS. breaker has been tripped by controller.

  • Page 177: Alarm# 17 Reservoir Overflow

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.20 Alarm# 18 Reservoir #1 Hot Water Not Filling Condition Reservoir #1 hot water fill valve is open but flowmeter does not detect water.

  • Page 178: Alarm# 19 Reservoir #1 Pure Water Not Filling

    2. Abort cycle. 3. Open supply valves and verify pressure indicator. 4. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.22 Alarm# 20 Reservoir #2 Hot Water Not Filling Condition Reservoir #2 hot water fill valve is open but flowmeter does not detect water.

  • Page 179: Alarm# 21 Reservoir #2 Cold Water Not Filling

    2. Abort cycle. 3. Open supply valves and verify pressure indicator. 4. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.24 Alarm# 22 Reservoir #3 Hot Water Not Filling Condition Reservoir #3 hot water fill valve is open but flowmeter does not detect water.

  • Page 180: Alarm# 23 Reservoir #1 Level Sensors Defective

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.26 Alarm# 24 Reservoir #2 Level Sensors Defective Condition Reservoir #2 low level sensor does not detect water while high water level sensor detects water, or flowmeter water detected more than 120 L (31.7 gal) of water.

  • Page 181: Alarm# 25 Reservoir #3 Level Sensors Defective

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.28 Alarm# 26 Reservoir #1 Draining or Transfer Malfunction Condition Reservoir #1 low level sensor still detects water after outlet valve has been open for 90 seconds.

  • Page 182: Alarm# 27 Reservoir #2 Draining Or Transfer Malfunction

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.30 Alarm# 28 Reservoir #3 Draining or Transfer Malfunction Condition Reservoir #3 low water level still detects water after outlet valve has been open for 90 seconds.

  • Page 183: Alarm# 30 Dosing System Communication Failure

    2. Abort cycle. 3. Shut washer/disinfector power OFF, then restart. 4. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.33 Alarm# 31 Chemical #1 Low Level Condition Chemical #1 low-level sensor does not send a signal to control.

  • Page 184: Alarm# 32 Chemical #2 Low Level

    3. Verify if chemical #2 pickup tube is out of container. 4. If so, insert pickup tube into chemical container. 5. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. If chemical #2 pickup tube is in chemical container, 1. Let cycle proceed through all cycle phases.

  • Page 185: Alarm# 34 Chemical #4 Low Level

    3. Verify if chemical #4 pickup tube is out of container. 4. If so, insert pickup tube into chemical container. 5. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. If chemical #4 pickup tube is in chemical container, 1. Let cycle proceed through all cycle phases.

  • Page 186: Alarm# 36 Compressed Air Not Detected

    2. Abort cycle. 3. Ensure compressed air supply is provided to washer/disinfector. 4. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.39 Alarm# 37 Reservoir #1 Too Long to Heat Condition Water temperature in Reservoir #1 has not reached setpoint after maximum preheating allowed time.

  • Page 187: Alarm# 38 Water Recirculation Pressure Switch Defective

    1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.41 Alarm# 39 PV Chemical Injection with Pump #1 Out of Range Condition Dosing system failed to inject minimum amount of chemical required.

  • Page 188: Alarm# 40 Pv Chemical Injection With Pump #2 Out Of Range

    2. Abort cycle. 3. Use reservoir #2 more often. 4. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.43 Alarm# 41 PV Chemical Injection with Pump #3 Out of Range Condition Dosing system failed to inject minimum amount of chemical required.

  • Page 189: Alarm# 42 Pv Thermal Temperature Out Of Range

    Additional Information Thermal phase temperature is out of range. 1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. Abort cycle. 3. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...

  • Page 190: Alarm# 48 Over Temperature Switch Tripped

    Additional Information Dosing system software version not compatible with 1. Press ALARM REPLY on touch screen to stop alarm washer software version. buzzer and acknowledge displayed alarm message. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...

  • Page 191: Alarm# 50 Analog Sensor Calibrations Have Been Reset To Factory Default Values

    Cycle parameters have been reset to default. 1. Supervisor needs to reprogram reservoirs and cycles parameters in Supervisor mode. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.49 Warning# 1 Hot Water Pressure Below Requirement Condition Hot water pressure measured by flowmeter is below requirements for 5 consecutive seconds.

  • Page 192: Warning# 2 Pure Water Pressure Below Requirement

    1. Verify if washer/disinfector pure water valve is fully opened. 2. If not, open washer/disinfector pure water valve. 3. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. Washer/disinfector pure water strainer is clogged. 1. Clean washer/disinfector pure water strainer. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS.

  • Page 193: Warning# 5 Cold Water Pressure Below Requirement

    1. Verify if washer/disinfector cold water valve is fully open. 2. If not, fully open cold water valve. 3. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. Washer/disinfector cold water strainer is clogged. 1. Clean washer/disinfector cold water strainer. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS.

  • Page 194: Warning# 8 Cycle Chemical Injection Rates Have Been Reset To Factory Default Values

    5. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.58 Windows Message: SterisHMI.exe is not responding Condition Washer is connected to a PC. Windows message: Steris HMI.exe is not responding. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Too many files in Windows printer spooler. No paper in 1.

  • Page 195: Bar Code Reader (Accessory) Does Not Operate Properly

    1. Scan bar code tag vertically. Bar code reader is disconnected or defective. 1. Verify connections. 2. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. Bar code tag is not assigned to a cycle. 1. Assign bar code tag. 8.60 Chamber does not drain properly Condition Chamber does not drain properly.

  • Page 196: Display Shows Blank Red Screen With An Error Message

    Unload door mechanism defective. 1. Contact STERIS. 8.64 Door obstruction Condition Door obstruction. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Obstruction occurred while door was closing. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. If obstruction cannot be removed, contact STERIS. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...

  • Page 197: Doors Do Not Open Completely

    Doors do not open completely. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Doors obstructed. 1. Remove obstruction. Doors guiding system malfunction. 1. Contact STERIS. 8.66 Doors open and/or close too quickly Condition Doors open and/or close too quickly. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Door cylinder flow control incorrectly adjusted 1.

  • Page 198: Excessive Vapor Exhausting From Doors

    Additional Information Door gasket is dirty. 1. Clean door gasket (refer to Section 7.5, Clean Washer/Disinfector Exterior). 2. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.70 Foam in chamber or inside reservoirs Condition Foam in chamber or inside reservoirs. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Wrong type of detergent is used.

  • Page 199: Generated Printout Is Light Or Blank, Or Parts Of Characters Are Missing On Generated Printout

    1. Replace ribbon cartridge (refer to Section 7.8, Changing Printer Paper Roll and Ink Cartridge (Accessory)). Printer head is dirty. 1. Clean printer head. 2. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.73 Incomplete drying Condition Incomplete drying. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Surgical case cart doors facing wrong wall in chamber.

  • Page 200: Insufficient Or No Water Entering Chamber Through Horizontal Traveler Spray Arms

    Horizontal traveler spray arms clogged. 1. Clean spray arms (refer to Section 7.9, Traveler Spray Assemblies) 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.75 Insufficient or no water entering chamber through manifolded rack Condition Insufficient or no water entering chamber through manifolded rack.

  • Page 201: Load Comes Out Dirty At Cycle End

    Additional Information Wrong type of detergent is used. 1. Follow detergent manufacturer’s recommendations for quantity of detergent to be used. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. Traveler spray arms clogged. 1. Clean traveler spray arms (refer to Section 7.9, Traveler Spray Arm Assemblies).

  • Page 202: Manifolded Rack Spray Arms Not Turning

    1. Clean spray arms (refer to Section 7.10, Vision CW Instrument Washing Manifolded Rack Spray Arm Assemblies). 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. Excessive scale build up in manifolded rack spray arm 1. Run a DECONTAM cycle with manifolded pivot.

  • Page 203: Noisy Drying Fan

    8.84 Phase stops for no apparent reason Condition Phase stops for no apparent reason. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Cycle needs to be aborted. 1. Abort cycle and start a new cycle. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. 920515770_J Vision® 1300 Series Operator Manual...

  • Page 204: Printer Does Not Work

    Changing Printer Paper Roll and Ink Cartridge (Accessory)). Printer was disabled in washer/disinfector configuration 1. Enable printer in Supervisor mode. menu. 2. If condition reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.86 Printer printout is erratic Condition Printer printout is erratic. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Printer setting is wrong.

  • Page 205: Recirculation Pump Abnormally Noisy

    Additional Information Debris screen clogged. 1. Remove and clean debris screen (refer to Section 7.4, Debris Screen). 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. 8.89 Touch screen does not work properly Condition Touch screen does not work properly. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Washer/disinfector needs to be restarted.

  • Page 206: Water Leaks From Washer/Disinfector

    Additional Information One of the door gaskets is dirty. 1. Clean door gasket (refer to Section 7.5, Clean Washer/Disinfector Exterior). Damaged door gasket, door locking mechanism 1. Contact STERIS. improperly adjusted or piping is leaking. 920515770_J Operator Manual Vision® 1300 Series...

  • Page 207: Replacement Parts And Products

    3. Send your order directly to STERIS. Contact STERIS for recommendations on cleaning products or parts that are not listed below. NOTE: Use only STERIS authorized parts on this equipment. Use of unauthorized parts will void the warranty. Table 9-1. Replacement Parts and Consumables...
  • Page 210 STERIS Corporation 5960 Heisley Road Mentor, OH 44060-1834 • USA 440-354-2600 • 800-548-4873...

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