The Basil 1000 Feeder Bottle Filler is a manifold-type filler designed for filling Indications for Use basket loads of feeder bottles used in the care of laboratory animals.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Title Page A WORD FROM STERIS CORPORATION ........... i 1 LISTING OF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND SYMBOLS ..... 1-1 2 UNCRATING/INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......... 2-1 2.1 Uncrating Instructions ..................... 2-1 2.1.1 Open Crate ....................... 2-1 2.1.2 Move Unit and Remove Skid ................2-1 2.1.3 Prepare Unit for Installation................
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Regularly scheduled preventive maintenance, in addition to the faithful performance of the minor maintenance described within this manual, is required for safe and reliable operation of this equipment. Contact STERIS to schedule preventive maintenance. When moving the unit, use a forklift.
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CAUTION – POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE: Use non-abrasive cleaners when cleaning unit. Follow directions on containers and rub in a back and-forth motion (in same direction as surface grain). Abrasive cleaners will damage stainless steel. Cleaners rubbed in a circular motion or applied with a wire brush or steel wool can be harmful to stainless steel. When using Pry Cream, rub in a back-and-forth motion (in same direction as surface grain).
1000 Feeder Bottle Filler. b. Utility service lines: • Disconnect switch (not by STERIS) must be installed in the electric supply line near the bottle filler (see Figure 2-2). Disconnect switch must be capable of being locked in the OFF position only.
2.2.3 Install Anchorage Once unit is level, install anchorage system as follows: System 1. Mark floor holes position. (If anchoring brackets do not touch the floor use shims.) 2. Using a forklift, move the unit to clear area. 3. Drill holes in floor. 4.
After installing the unit, complete the following checklist to assure complete 2.3 Installation and correct installation. Contact STERIS to schedule a demonstration of proper equipment operation. Checklist Shutoff valve (not provided by STERIS), for maintenance purposes, is installed on the water line and is in compliance with local codes.
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• Timer - Set desired filling time to automatically fill the bottles. Water Line Connection Electrical Control Panel Filler Header with Jets Shutoff Valve Splash Hood Basket Stop Adjustable Feet Figure 3-1. Basil 1000 Feeder Bottle Filler Component Identification Operator Manual 122994-772...
Stainless-steel manifold headers can accommodate different bottle/basket 3.3 Accessories sizes. Each manifold has individual stainless-steel jets for each bottle. It connects to Bottle Filler by a quick-disconnect clamp. • 5 x 5 Filler Header (Figure 3-2): 3.3.1 Filler Header Dimensions: 14-3/4 x 16-3/4 x 2-3/4" (370 x 430 x 70 mm) Coverage: 25 bottles Figure 3-2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Refer to Section 3 for location of components. 4.1 Before Operating Check that unit shutoff valve (water) is open. Equipment See Figure 4-1 4.2 Filling the 1. Place a basket of clean bottles under the filler header manifold up to the Bottles basket stops.
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MENT DAMAGE HAZARD: Regularly scheduled pre- NOTE: Never permit unqualified persons to service the bottle filler. ventive maintenance, in STERIS recommends use of the following cleaning products (see Table 7-2 for addition to the faithful per- ordering information): formance of the minor •...
At the end of each day, visually inspect each filler manifold jet by looking into 5.2 Daily Cleaning the opening of each jet or by observing the spray pattern of each jet during operation. If a jet appears to be plugged or partially blocked, proceed as follows: CAUTION –...
If you are unable to correct the problem by using the Troubleshooting Table, MENT DAMAGE HAZARD: or if a problem occurs that is not described in the table, please contact STERIS. Only fully qualified service A factory-trained technician will promptly place your bottle filler in proper personnel should as- working order.
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Table 7-2. 2. Include the model and serial numbers of your bottle filler on your order. 3. Send your order directly to the STERIS sales and service center serving your area. Contact STERIS if you need parts that are not listed below.
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