Page 1 SCS Conveyor System SCS Conveyors and SCS-L Conveyors Operator Manual P920506634 Revision G...
Page 3 Indications For Use The SCS Conveyor System is designed to load and unload 24 x 24 [610 x 610 mm] AMSCO and Reliance Series racks, and to interface with the following washers and equipment: Washers •...
Page 4: Service Information
(117915071). • FD199 Auto-Docking Chamber Transfer Cart The SCS-L Conveyor System is designed to load and unload 762 x 610 mm [30 x 24¼] Vision and AMSCO Series large racks, and to interface with the following washer and equipment: Washers - Long •...
Page 5 Maximum Load Weight Capacity SCS Conveyor System can support a maximum weight of 61 kg [135 lb], including rack and load. SCS-L Conveyor System can support a maximum weight of 73 kg [160 lb], including rack and load. Certification The SCS Conveyor System and SCS-L Conveyor System meet the applicable requirements of the following standards: •...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Component Identification ......................... 9 Component Identification — Introduction..............9 Conveyor Layout Overview .................... 9 Conveyor Types and Main Components — SCS Coveyor System ......11 Conveyor Types and Main Components — SCS-L Conveyor System ...... 29 Conveyor System ON/OFF Switch................34 SCS-09 Pneumatic Pressure-Release Pushbutton............
Page 8 Troubleshooting..........................99 Troubleshooting — Introduction................. 99 General .......................... 99 Auto-Docking Transfer Cart Does Not Remain Docked to SCS-35 TC Adaptor........................100 Feed-In Cylinder Does Not Push Rack Correctly Into Wash Chamber....101 Feed-Out Cylinder Does Not Pull Rack Correctly Out of Wash Chamber....103 Indexing Cylinder Does Not Push and Position Rack Correctly .......105...
Page 9: Safety Precautions
Wait until washer door starts to close and rack is stopped at final position before removing rack. Do not stand, climb or sit on SCS conveyors. Entanglement hazard around rollers. Keep hands, loose clothing and long hair away from rollers.
Page 10 Emergency Stop pushbutton, put control system power ON/OFF switch to OFF. Maximum operating weight, including weight of rack and load, is 61 kg [135 lb] for SCS conveyors and 73 kg [160 lb] for SCS-L conveyors. Only STERIS or STERIS-trained service personnel should assemble and/or make adjustments to this equipment.
Page 11 Spraying conveyors with water or detergent solutions can cause risks of electrical shock and damage to conveyor components. Wipe clean using a small quantity of solution applied to a sponge or cloth and dry with a lint-free cloth. Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 12 Do not use these cleaners on painted surfaces. Wipe all plastic or painted surfaces with a soft cloth dampened with 70% isopropyl alcohol or any non-abrasive household cleaner (such as glass or countertop cleaners). P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 13: Symbols And Labels
2 — Symbols and Labels Symbols and Labels 2.1 Equipment Symbols The table below contains symbols which may be on your SCS Conveyor System or and SCS-L Conveyor System components: Table 2-1. Definition of Symbols on Conveyors and Power Supply...
Page 14: Nameplate Symbols
Table 2-2. Definition of Symbols On Identification Nameplate Symbol Definition MODEL Model of Conveyor Serial Number of Conveyor. Voltage Rating, Alternating Current (blank = 1-phase or 3 = 3-phase). WIRE Number of Wires Safe Disposal of the Device. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 15: Transportation And Storage
Table 2-3. Definition of Symbols on Crates Symbol Definition Maximum Shipping and Storing Temperature. Maximum Humidity Level. This Way Up. Do not Stack. Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 16 2 — Symbols and Labels Table 2-3. Definition of Symbols on Crates (continued) Symbol Definition Fragile. Keep Dry. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 17: Component Identification
Safety Precautions section of this manual. Do not operate the equipment until you have become familiar with this information. 3.2 Conveyor Layout Overview Before operating the SCS Conveyor System and SCS-L Conveyor System it is important to become familiar with layout reference points and conveyor types.
Page 18 2 Washer load (soiled) side The illustration below shows a typical washer/conveyor layout that can be obtained using the SCS Conveyor System or a SCS-L Conveyor System interfaced to a single-chamber washer as a "stand-alone" direct load or unload system.
Page 19: Conveyor Types And Main Components - Scs Coveyor System
NOTE: Some conveyors may not be present in the Customer s layout. Before operating the SCS Conveyor System, it is important to become familiar with the main characteristics of each conveyor type as well as the location and function of all major components and controls.
Page 20 SCS Two-Way Conveyor SCS-2W Two- Way Conveyor SCS-FO SCS Conveyor with Feed-Out Pneumatic Cylinder SCS-FO Conveyor With Feed-Out SCS-2W-FO SCS Two-Way Conveyor with Feed-Out Pneumatic Cylinder SCS-2W-FO Two Way Conveyor With Feed-Out SCS-LE SCS Line-End Conveyor SCS-LE Line End Conveyor...
Page 21 3 — Component Identification Table 3-1. SCS Conveyor Model Abbreviations (continued) # on See detailed Model Description Lay- description Abbreviation SCS-BM SCS Basic Motorized Conveyor SCS-BM Basic Motorized Conveyor SCS-M-FI SCS Motorized Conveyor With Feed-In Pneumatic Cylinder SCS-M-FI Motor- ized Conveyor...
Page 22 A 813 mm [32"] conveyor with non-motorized rollers to allow manual rack movement in one direction only, equipped with a pneumatic cylinder for the automatic unloading of a cabinet washer. A SCS-09 Pneumatic Pressure-Release Pushbutton is installed on this conveyor.
Page 23 SCS-2W-FO Two Way Conveyor With Feed-Out A 813 mm [32"] conveyor with non-motorized rollers to allow manual rack movement in two directions. Includes a pneumatic cylinder for the automatic unloading of a cabinet washer. A SCS-09 Pneumatic Pressure-Release Pushbutton is installed on this conveyor.
Page 24 3 — Component Identification 1 Non-motorized rollers SCS-2W-LE Two Way Line End Conveyor A 813 mm [32"] conveyor with non-motorized rollers to allow manual rack movement in two directions. Can be connected downstream from the unload side of Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber washer or from a motorized conveyor, and is typically used as the last conveyor of a return line.
Page 25 3 — Component Identification 1 Non-motorized rollers SCS-E-LG Extension Conveyor With Lift Gate A 533 mm [21"] extension conveyor with non-motorized rollers to allow manual rack movement in one direction only. This extension lift gate is equipped with two gas-spring cylinders and foldable legs and can be easily opened by the user to allow access to other side of conveyor or inside conveyor layout loop.
Page 26 1 Non-motorized rollers SCS-E-LG Short Extension Conveyor With Lift Gate A 10" [254 mm] short extension conveyor with non-motorized rollers to allow manual rack movement in one direction only. This extension can be easily opened by the user to allow minimum access to the other side of the conveyor or inside conveyor layout loop.
Page 27 A 813 mm [32"] conveyor with motorized rollers and pneumatic cylinder to unload racks from a Reliance 444, Reliance Synergy, Reliance Genfore, Reliance Vision Single-Chamber, Vision Single-Chamber, AMSCO 3052, AMSCO 5052 or AMSCO 7052HP Washer. A SCS-09 Pneumatic Pressure-Release Pushbutton is installed on this conveyor. Operator Manual...
Page 28 The configurations without lift gate are 813 mm-long [32"] and are equipped with motorized rollers and pneumatic cylinder to load any compatible conveyor. The SCS-FA conveyor can also be equipped with a motorized lift gate on the upstream or downstream position (1051 mm [41-3/8"] conveyor), or in both positions (1311 mm [51-5/8"]).
Page 29 3 — Component Identification 2. SCS-FA-L-ULG: SCS Fully-Automated Left-to-Right Conveyor, With Upstream Lift Gate Flow Two-way non-motorized rollers Lift gate Pneumatic indexing cylinder Motorized rollers Pneumatic side guide 3. SCS-FA-L-DLG: SCS Fully-Automated Left-to-Right Conveyor, With Downstream Lift Gate Flow Motorized rollers...
Page 30 Pneumatic indexing cylinder Four Right-to-Left Configurations: 5. SCS-FA-R: SCS Fully-Automated Right-to-Left Conveyor Flow Pneumatic side guide Two-way non-motorized rollers Motorized rollers Pneumatic indexing cylinder 6. SCS-FA-R-ULG: SCS Fully-Automated Right-to-Left Conveyor, With Upstream Lift Gate P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 31 3 — Component Identification Flow Motorized rollers Pneumatic side guide Pneumatic indexing cylinder Two-way non-motorized rollers Lift gate 7. SCS-FA-R-DLG: SCS Fully-Automated Right-to-Left Conveyor, With Downstream Lift Gate Flow Lift gate Pneumatic side guide Two-way non-motorized rollers Motorized rollers Pneumatic indexing cylinder 8.
Page 32 Pneumatic indexing cylinder SCS-FAU Fully Automated Unload Conveyors The SCS-FAU Fully-Automated Unload Conveyors offer eight configurations: four for left-to-right workflow and four for right-to-left workflow. The configurations without lift gate are 813 mm-long [32"] and are equipped with motorized rollers and pneumatic cylinder to unload any compatible conveyor.
Page 33 Flow Pneumatic indexing cylinder Pneumatic side guide Motorized rollers Two-way non-motorized rollers Lift gate 3. SCS-FAU-L-DLG: SCS Fully-Automated Unload Left-to-Right Conveyor, With Downstream Lift Gate Flow Lift gate Motorized rollers Two-way non-motorized rollers Pneumatic indexing cylinder 4. SCS-FAU-L-2LG: SCS Fully-Automated Unload Left-to-Right Conveyor, With Two Lift Gates...
Page 34 Two-way non-motorized rollers Four Right-to-Left Configurations: 5. SCS-FAU-R: SCS Fully-Automated Unload Right-to-Left Conveyor Flow Pneumatic side guide Two-way non-motorized rollers Motorized rollers Pneumatic indexing cylinder 6. SCS-FAU-R-ULG: SCS Fully-Automated Unload Right-to-Left Conveyor, With Upstream Lift Gate P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 35 3 — Component Identification Flow Two-way non-motorized rollers Lift gate Motorized rollers Pneumatic side guide Pneumatic indexing cylinder 7. SCS-FAU-R-DLG: SCS Fully-Automated Unload Right-to-Left Conveyor, With Downstream Lift Gate Flow Pneumatic indexing cylinder Pneumatic side guide Lift gate Two-way non-motorized rollers Motorized rollers 8.
Page 36 A conveyor with non-motorized rollers that transports racks in two directions. Can be connected downstream from the unload side of Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber washer or from a compatible motorized conveyor, and is typically used as the unloading point of a conveyor line, downstream SCS-FAU conveyors. A SCS-09 Pneumatic Pressure-Release Pushbutton is installed on this conveyor.
Page 37: Conveyor Types And Main Components - Scs-L Conveyor System
NOTE: Some conveyors may not be present in the Customer s layout. Before operating the SCS-L Conveyor System, it is important to become familiar with the main characteristics of each conveyor type as well as the location and function of all major components and controls.
Page 38 Abbreviation SCS-B-L SCS Basic Conveyor — Large SCS-B-L Basic Conveyor — 01-L Large SCS-L Conveyor with Feed-Out Pneumatic Cylinder — Large SCS-FO-L Con- veyor With Feed- 03-L SCS-FO-L Out — Large SCS-LE-L Line SCS-L Line-End Conveyor — Large End Conveyor —...
Page 39 Non-motorized rollers SCS-FO-L Conveyor With Feed-Out — Large A 965 mm-long [38"] conveyor with non-motorized rollers to allow manual rack movement in one direction only. Includes a pneumatic cylinder and is always connected to a Vision® Single-Chamber Large Washer/Disinfector, an AMSCO®...
Page 40 IMPORTANT: This type of conveyor is never used as the last conveyor of a layout composed of a series of motorized conveyors (such as the return line). A SCS-LE-L non-motorized large line end conveyor must be used. SCS-M-FI-L Motorized Conveyor With Feed-In — Large A 965 mm-long [38"] conveyor with motorized rollers and pneumatic cylinder to provide automatic loading of a Vision...
Page 41 3 — Component Identification IMPORTANT: Always coupled to the unload side of a washer. SCS-M-RD-L Motorized Conveyor With Return Door — Large A conveyor with motorized rollers and pneumatic vertical sliding door to be installed in a return line, on a division wall, between clean and soiled side of processing room.
Page 42: Conveyor System On/Off Switch
OFF position. Keep hands/fingers away from working conveyors. Conveyor system is equipped with one electrical power supply (SCS-08 or SCS-30) for each four powered conveyors. Electrical power supply is installed under a conveyor frame. 1 Electrical power supply ON/OFF swich...
Page 43: Pneumatic Pressure-Release Pushbutton
3.7 RESET Pushbutton on SCS-2W-LE Conveyor If a jam occurs between a SCS-2W-LE conveyor and upstream conveyor, a signal is sent to stop rollers. This prevents motorized rollers from spinning needlessly under jammed rack and being damaged due to friction. RESET button lights...
Page 44: Go Pushbutton On Scs-Fa And Scs-Fau Conveyors
When downstream conveyor is available, rack is transferred automatically. GO Pushbutton Configurations for SCS-FA Conveyor The GO pushbutton installed on SCS-FA conveyors can be configured two ways using the red selector switch at the back of the pushbutton housing: • A ALWAYS STOP If GO pushbutton is set to A (ALWAYS STOP), the rack will always stop on the conveyor, regardless if the rack is coming from an upstream conveyor or if it is loaded manually onto the conveyor.
Page 45 GO Pushbutton Configuration for SCS-FAU Conveyor The GO pushbutton installed on SCS-FAU conveyors can be configured two ways using the red selector switch at the back of the pushbutton housing: •...
Page 46 Motorized rollers automatically activate and transport rack toward the next free downstream conveyor. NOTE: Rack will not stop on the conveyor equipped with the GO pushbutton, which will never blink. Return line Washer Rack does not stop GO pushbutton P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 47: Online/Offline Switches On Scs-Fa Conveyors
Washer GO pushbutton 3.9 Online/Offline Switches on SCS-FA Conveyors Online/Offline switches allow re-routing of the racks, for example to use conveyor line even when a washer is out of order, or when part of the conveyor line is being serviced.
Page 48: Traffic Management Selector On Scs-Fa Conveyor
IMPORTANT: This selector is set during the installation and setting must not be changed. 3.11 Transfer Cart Alignment Guide and Bumper Designs Over the years, the design of transfer carts has changed. Some older designs may not be suitable for use with the SCS Conveyor System or the SCS-L Conveyor System.
Page 49 (117915071). Round rubber bumper • FD24–300 — Transfer Cart with Shelf and Latch If rack alignment guide on transfer cart IS NOT attached to a metal angle bracket, contact STERIS to order upgrade kit (117915539). Alignment Guides (Old Design) Operator Manual...
Page 50: Operating Instructions
Safety Precautions section of this manual. Do not operate the equipment until you have become familiar with this information. 4.2 General Recommendations WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Maximum operating weight, including weight of rack and load, is 61 kg [135 lb] for SCS conveyors and 73 kg [160 lb] for SCS-L conveyors. WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD Risk of crushing or pinching fingers or hands.
Page 51 Conveyor DOs • ALWAYS ensure rack is properly loaded. • ALWAYS ensure rack and load weight is within specifications: 61 kg [135 lb] total for SCS Conveyors and 73 kg [160 lb] total for SCS-L Conveyors. • ALWAYS ensure the load weight is evenly distributed on the whole surface of the racks.
Page 52: Preparing Loads For Processing
When loading an AMSCO Series basket on conveyors, ensure basket support hook is in closed position; i.e., flush with side of basket. NOTE: Refer to separate Operator Manual covering washers linked to SCS Conveyor System or SCS-L Conveyor System for operating instructions and cycle descriptions.
Page 53 5. Roll rack along conveyor line until placed in front of selected washer. 6. If conveyor system is a closed loop: Open lift gate conveyor to access washer control panel (see Section 4.19, Using Lift Gates). Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 54: Non-Motorized Loading Rack Into Wash Chamber And Starting A Cycle
When opening or closing lift gate conveyor, keep hands on handle and away from any moving parts. Positioning hand/fingers at pinch point could lead to serious personal injury. • For SCS-35 Transfer Cart Adaptor: Refer to Auto-Docking Transfer Cart Operator Manual for complete docking procedure.
Page 55 AMSCO® 3052 Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector, AMSCO® 5052 Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector, AMSCO® 7053L Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector, AMSCO® 7052HP Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector or AMSCO® 7053HP Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector — Manual Mode: 1. When washer is in Ready and in Manual mode, display shows: Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 56 6. Press desired cycle button appropriate for load to be processed. (Refer to washer Operator Manual for details about processing cycles). 7. If conveyor system is a closed loop: Exit conveyor loop and close lift gate conveyor. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 57 Do not hit washer door with rack. Leave sufficient space to allow washer door to open and close freely. 3. When chamber is ready, wash chamber load door opens and rack is indexed into wash chamber. Display shows: Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 58 Positioning hand/fingers at pinch point could lead to serious personal injury. • For Reliance® Vision Multi-Chamber Washer/Disinfector: 1. If available, place bar code for cycle to be processed in rack bar code holder. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 59 If bar code IS NOT present: As rack is indexed into wash chamber, bar code reader does not detect cycle to be processed. Display shows cycle selection screen. Press right or left arrow to scroll until desired cycle is displayed. Display shows, for example: Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 60: Non-Motorized Unloading
If conveyor system is a closed loop: Open lift gate conveyor to access washer control panel (see Section 4.19, Using Lift Gates). • For Reliance 444, Reliance Synergy or Reliance Genfore washer: 1. On washer unload side control panel, press DOOR OPEN touch pad to open load door. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 61 Pull rack along conveyor line to a free downstream conveyor equipped with a transfer cart adaptor. Remove rack from conveyor line as follows: – For all transfer carts, except SCS-35 Transfer Cart Adaptor: a. Bring transfer cart to conveyor. b. Push transfer cart against transfer cart adaptor to lower gate.
Page 62 4 — Operating Instructions Auto-Docking Long Transfer Cart SCS-L Conveyor SCS-35 Transfer Cart Adaptor • For Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber Washer 1. Once cycle is completed, wash chamber unload door opens. 2. Rack is rolled out of wash chamber unto washer unload table.
Page 63: Motorized Transporting, Loading And Unloading - Introduction
• Verify washer is ready to process (refer to washer Operator Manual for details). Bar Code Tag Installation Install bar code tag on properly loaded rack (refer to washer Operator Manual for details about bar code tags and cycles). Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 64: Motorized - Transporting Rack To Washer
4 — Operating Instructions 4.8 Motorized — Transporting Rack to Washer • For all transfer carts, except SCS-35 Transfer Cart Adaptor: 1. Bring transfer cart to a conveyor equipped with a transfer cart adaptor. 2. Push transfer cart against transfer cart adaptor to lower gate.
Page 65: Manual Loading Of Rack
4 — Operating Instructions Auto-Docking Long Transfer Cart SCS-L Conveyor SCS-35 Transfer Cart Adaptor 4.9 Manual Loading of Rack WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Entanglement hazard around rollers. Keep hands, loose clothing, and long hair away from rollers.
Page 66 Rollers automatically start and bring rack up to next position on conveyor line and/or up to washer door. IMPORTANT: When SCS-M-FI-L conveyor is the first on the conveyor line, always wait until it is free from any rack before adding a second.
Page 67: Motorized Transporting
If no pressure-release pushbutton is installed, depressurize conveyor line by pressing Emergency Stop pushbutton on washer. If washer is not equipped with an Emergency Stop pushbutton, put control system power ON/OFF switch to OFF. Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 68 • For Reliance 444, Reliance Synergy, Reliance Genfore or Reliance Vision Single-Chamber, Vision Single- Chamber, AMSCO 3052, AMSCO 5052, AMSCO 7053L, AMSCO 7052HP or AMSCO 7053HP washer equipped with a SCS-FO or SCS-2W-FO conveyor: Rack is indexed and pulled out of wash chamber by feed-out pneumatic cylinder.
Page 69 Chamber, AMSCO 3052 Single-Chamber, AMSCO 5052, AMSCO 7053L, AMSCO 7052HP or AMSCO 7053HP washer equipped with a SCS-FO or SCS-2W-FO conveyor: Wait until washer door starts to close and rack has reached final position before removing rack from feed-out conveyor. Pulling rack before unloading sequence is completed and rack is stopped on conveyor will cause a jam and risks of injury.
Page 70 Pull rack from conveyor onto transfer cart until it rests fully on transfer cart. e. Release breaks on transfer cart wheels and bring rack to desired location. • For SCS-35 Transfer Cart Adaptor: Refer to Auto-Docking Transfer Cart Operator Manual for complete docking procedure.
Page 71: Fully- Automated - Verifications For First Cycle
• Verify all electrical power supply ON/OFF switches for conveyor system are in ON position. • If present on conveyor line, verify all pneumatic-release pushbuttons are pulled. • On each SCS-FA conveyor, place Online/Offline switches in "Receive from Upstream" and "Push to Downstream" positions.
Page 72 4 — Operating Instructions 1 Unload side (clean side) 2 Load side (soiled side) 3 Return line 4 Washer P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 73: Fully-Automated - Loading A Rack On Scs-Fa Conveyors
When opening or closing lift gate conveyor, keep hands on handle and away from any moving parts. Positioning hand/fingers at pinch point could lead to serious personal injury. 1. Bring transfer cart with a rack to a conveyor equipped with a transfer cart adaptor SCS-27. Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System...
Page 74 Section 4.16, Fully-Automated — Bypassing SCS-FA Transporting Using Online/Offline Switches for details). 6. Push rack over transfer cart adaptor until the whole rack frame is in contact with motorized rollers of the SCS-FA conveyor. Ensure it is correctly aligned. 7. The GO pushbutton starts flashing.
Page 75 4 — Operating Instructions Button flashes green NOTE: While indexing is paused, operator can load rack with items to process while rack is placed on SCS-FA conveyor. 8. When ready, press on the GO pushbutton to signal rack can be transported to next free downstream conveyor.
Page 76 10. Rack is automatically transported onto next free conveyor. 11. Place Online/Offline switches back in "Receive from Upstream". 12. Repeat Step 1 Step 11 with next rack that needs to be loaded on conveyor line. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 77 13. The GO pushbutton starts flashing. Button flashes green NOTE: While indexing is paused, operator can load rack with items to process while rack is placed on SCS-FA conveyor. 14. When ready, press on the GO pushbutton to signal rack can be transported to next free downstream conveyor.
Page 78 16. Rack is automatically transported onto next free conveyor. 17. Repeat Step 1 Step 16 with next rack. 18. Once rack loading is completed, if Online/Offline switch is in "DO NOT Receive from Upstream" position, place in "Receive from Upstream" position. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 79: Fully-Automated - Transporting A Rack On Scs-Fa Conveyor
During maintenance procedures or if a problem occurs with one washer or one conveyor on the conveyorized system, it is possible to continue using the rest of the line by bypassing the off-line element. SCS-FA conveyor sequence can be suspended or bypassed using the Online/Offline switches as follows: Operator Manual...
Page 80 Rack continues to be transported only to the next downstream conveyor in the motorized flow. Washer • Receive from Upstream: Set switch to OFF (DO NOT Receive From Upstream) so rack from the upstream conveyor does not transfer onto conveyor. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 81: Fully-Automated - Unloading Racks From Return Line With Scs-Fa Conveyors
WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Maximum operating weight, including weight of rack and load, is 61 kg [135 lb] for SCS conveyors and 73 kg [160 lb] for SCS-L conveyors. Entanglement hazard around rollers. Keep hands, loose clothing, and long hair away from rollers.
Page 82 SCS-29 Transfer Cart Adaptor for Non-Motorized side could be used to unload empty racks coming from the clean side. 1. Bring transfer cart to a conveyor equipped with a transfer cart adaptor SCS-29.
Page 83 4 — Operating Instructions Unload side (clean side) Load side (soiled side) Return line Washer Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 84: Fully-Automated - Unloading Using Scs-Fau Conveyors
6. Release brakes on transfer cart wheels and transport load to the desired location. 7. Ensure no rack is coming from upstream module (return line in this case) by setting Online/Offline switch in "DO NOT Receive from Upstream" position (see Section 4.16, Fully-Automated — Bypassing SCS-FA Transporting Using Online/Offline Switches for details).
Page 85 Automated — Unloading Racks from Return Line with SCS-FA Conveyors. Rack coming from the washer automatically stops over the SCS-FAU conveyor adjacent to the SCS-M-FO Motorized Conveyor with Feed-Out. This gives the operator the opportunity to remove trays and items from the rack without removing the rack itself from the conveyor.
Page 86 Jewelry or other metal objects may trigger conveyor sensors causing unexpected roller or pneumatic cylinder movement. If SCS-FAU-LE Fully-Automated Unload Line End Conveyor IS NOT equipped with a SCS-28 GO Pushbutton, see Section 4.13, Fully-Automated — Bar Code Tag Installation.
Page 87 4 — Operating Instructions Unload side (clean side) Rack stops here 6. Pull rack from conveyor onto transfer cart. 7. Transport rack to the desired location. Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 88 When a return line from the clean side to the soiled side is connected to a SCS-FAU Fully-Automated Unload Conveyor line, it is possible to place empty racks on a SCS-FAU-LE conveyor to send it back to the soiled side. Proceed as follows: 1.
Page 89 Unload side (clean side) Push unto return line 5. Push empty rack from transfer cart unto SCS-FAU-LE conveyor on return line. 6. When the rack is on the SCS-FAU-LE conveyor, push slightly further until the motorized wheels of downstream conveyor start. Operator Manual...
Page 90: Using Lift Gates
2. Before opening lift gate, wipe off any liquid present in drip pan to prevent spills. 3. To prevent injuries, always use handle and keep hands and fingers away from hinges and folding leg (SCS-E-LG only) while opening lift gate.
Page 91 • For SCS-E-LG conveyor: Gas-spring cylinders hold lift gate in vertical position. • For SCS-SE-LG conveyor: Lift gate completely folds until it rests on upstream conveyor. 4. To close lift gate, hold handle and unfold lift gate to horizontal position. Keep hands and fingers away from hinges and folding legs (SCS-E-LG only).
Page 92 5. To prevent injuries, always use handle and keep hands and fingers away from hinges and folding leg while opening lift gate. 6. Open lift gate to access washer. Hold handle to open lift gate P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 93 7. Pivot lock downward to secure lift gate in open position. 8. When done, pivot lock upward to unlock. Secure lock under lift gate. 9. Holding handle, bring down lift gate. 10. Place Online/Offline switches in "Receive from Upstream" and "Push to Downstream" positions. Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 94 4 — Operating Instructions SCS-FAU Conveyor Lift Gates SCS-FAU conveyor downstream and/or upstream lift gate are equipped with switches that automatically detect if lift gates are closed. If lift gates are open, upstream conveyor flow is stopped. To use lift gate safely, proceed as follows: 1.
Page 95: Emergency Situations
7. Holding handle, bring down lift gate. 4.20 Emergency Situations In case of an emergency situation, proceed as follows: Conveyor System EQUIPPED with SCS-09 Pressure-Release Pushbutton WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD In case of an emergency situation involving conveyors, depressurize conveyor line by pressing pneumatic pressure-release pushbutton on any conveyor equipped with a pneumatic cylinder.
Page 96 Conveyor System NOT EQUIPPED with SCS-09 Pressure-Release Pushbutton 1. For conveyors interfaced to a single-chamber washer/disinfector: If SCS-09 pneumatic pressure-release pushbutton IS NOT present: On all electrical power supplies located under powered conveyors, put ON/OFF switch on OFF position. P920506634_G...
Page 97 If single-chamber washers IS NOT equipped with an Emergency Stop pushbutton: Put control system power ON/OFF switch to ON.and return to normal operation. For Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber Washer: Turn Emergency Stop pushbutton key to disengage Emergency Stop pushbutton and return washer and conveyors to normal operation. Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 98 4 — Operating Instructions RESET Button on SCS-2W-LE Conveyor If a jam occurs between a SCS-2W-LE Two-Way Line-End Conveyor and upstream conveyor, clear jam and press lit RESET button to resume conveyor line operation. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 99: Routine Maintenance
Regularly scheduled preventive maintenance is required for the safe and reliable operation of this equipment. Contact STERIS to schedule preventive maintenance, or obtain the necessary maintenance manual if preventive maintenance is done by the Customer.
Page 100: Routine Maintenance
(Table 5-1) should be used as a guideline for determining the frequency of routine maintenance. This will prove useful in helping ensure proper maintenance of your SCS Conveyor System or SCS-L Conveyor System. Maintenance procedures described in this section must be performed as required at the suggested frequency. The indicated frequencies are minimums and can be changed if use warrants.
Page 101: Before Cleaning Or Routine Maintenance
1. On electrical power supplies located under powered conveyors, put ON/OFF switch on OFF position. Electrical power supply ON/OFF switch Green indicator light IMPORTANT: When putting electrical power supply ON/OFF switch to OFF position, green indicator light may take up to 15 seconds before turning off. Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 102 5 — Routine Maintenance 2. Shut off air supply to feed-in or feed-out conveyors as follows: • For conveyor line equipped with SCS-09 Pressure-Release Pushbutton: Press pneumatic pressure-release pushbutton to depressurize feed-out cylinder pneumatic system. • If SCS-09 Pneumatic Pressure-Release Pushbutton IS NOT present: For conveyors interfaced to a single-chamber washer/disinfector: On all electrical power supplies located under powered conveyors, put ON/OFF switch on OFF position.
Page 103: After Cleaning Or Routine Maintenance
• For SCS-FA conveyors: Put both Online/Offline switches to OFF position to prevent racks from being transported to conveyor or washer to be serviced. • For SCS-FAU conveyors equipped with a GO Pushbutton accessory: On SCS-FAU conveyor on which rack must stop, press GO pushbutton. GO pushbutton starts flashing.
Page 104 Electrical power supply ON/OFF Switch 2. Reactivate air supply to feed-in or feed-out conveyors as follows: • For conveyor line equipped with SCS-09 Pneumatic Pressure-Release Pushbutton: Turn pneumatic pressure- release pushbutton clockwise to pressurize feed-out cylinder pneumatic system. • For conveyors NOT equipped with SCS-09 Pressure-Released Pushbutton •...
Page 105: Daily Cleaning
Emergency Stop pushbutton and return washer and conveyors to normal operation. Emergency Stop Pushbutton – Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber Washer/Disinfector • For SCS-FA conveyors: Put both Online/Offline switches to ON position to resume rack indexing on conveyor line. 3. For motorized conveyor line: First cycle must be started manually (refer to Section 4.7, Motorized Transporting,...
Page 106 5. Wipe plastic side guides and corners using a cloth dampened with 70% isopropyl alcohol or household cleaner. 6. Dry all conveyor parts using a soft, lint-free cloth. 7. When procedure is completed, put conveyor system back into operation as explained in Section 5.5, After Cleaning or Routine Maintenance. P920506634_G SCS Conveyor System Operator Manual...
Page 107: Troubleshooting
WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD Repairs and adjustments to this equipment must be made only by STERIS or STERIS- trained service personnel. Maintenance 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 108: Auto-Docking Transfer Cart Does Not Remain Docked To Scs-35 Tc Adaptor
Safety Data Sheet (SDS). This section describes the types of SCS Conveyor System or SCS-L Conveyor System malfunctions which may occur and indicates probable causes.
Page 109: Feed-In Cylinder Does Not Push Rack Correctly Into Wash Chamber
6 — Troubleshooting 6.4 Feed-In Cylinder Does Not Push Rack Correctly Into Wash Chamber Condition For SCS-M-FI or SCS-M-FI-L conveyor: Feed-in cylinder does not push rack correctly into wash chamber. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Electric power supply ON/OFF switch is in OFF position.
Page 110 1. Reliance 444, Reliance Synergy or Reliance J7A receptacle is loose or disconnected. Genfore washer: Ensure P7A/J7A connection is tight. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. Pneumatic air supply is insufficient or closed. 1. Open washer air supply valve. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS.
Page 111: Feed-Out Cylinder Does Not Pull Rack Correctly Out Of Wash Chamber
6 — Troubleshooting 6.5 Feed-Out Cylinder Does Not Pull Rack Correctly Out of Wash Chamber Condition For SCS-FO, SCS-M-FO, SCS-2W-FO, SCS-FO-L and SCS-M-FO-L conveyors: Feedout cylinder does not pull rack correctly out of wash chamber. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Electric power supply ON/OFF switch is in OFF position.
Page 112 6 — Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Additional Information 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. Pneumatic air supply is insufficient or closed. 1. Open washer air supply valve. 2. If situation reoccurs, contact STERIS. Connectors between washer and conveyor are loose or 1.
Page 113: Indexing Cylinder Does Not Push And Position Rack Correctly
6.6 Indexing Cylinder Does Not Push and Position Rack Correctly Condition For SCS-FA Conveyors: Indexing cylinder does not push and position rack correctly. For SCS-FAU Conveyors: Indexing cylinder does not correctly pull rack from upload conveyor or push rack onto next download conveyor. General Troubleshooting...
Page 114 Rack position sensors are not functioning properly. 1. Contact STERIS. Indexing pneumatic cylinder is not functioning properly. 1. Contact STERIS. Motorized wheels of conveyor downstream of SCS-FA 1. Refer to Section 6.9, Motorized Rollers Do Not Turn. indexing cylinder direction do not turn.
Page 115: Jam(S) On Conveyor Line
Loaded racks are too heavy. 1. Loaded rack must not weigh more than 61 kg [135 lb] for SCS Conveyor System or 73 kg [160 lb] for SCS-L Conveyor System. 2. For SC-FA, SCS-FAU and SCS-FAU-LE Conveyors:...
Page 116 Washer emergency stop pushbutton pressed. 1. Disengage washer pushbutton and repressurize conveyor line. 2. For SC-FA, SCS-FAU and SCS-FAU-LE Conveyors: After a major jam, it may be necessary to put power supplies OFF, then back ON, to return conveyor line to normal operation.
Page 117: Motorized Rollers Are Stripped
Section 6.5, Feed-Out Cylinder Does Not Pull Rack wash chamber. Correctly Out of Wash Chamber. 2. For SC-FA, SCS-FAU and SCS-FAU-LE Conveyors: After a major jam, it may be necessary to put power supplies OFF, then back ON, to return conveyor line to normal operation.
Page 118: Motorized Rollers Do Not Turn
Motorized conveyor motor is not functioning properly. 1. Contact STERIS. Damaged motorized conveyor wiring or connectors. 1. Contact STERIS. SCS-FAU with Lift Gate(s): UB and/or DB limit switch 1. Verify UB upstream limit switch and/or DB defective. downstream limit switch on lift gate are correctly connected and in correct position.
Page 119: Non-Motorized Rollers Drag Or Do Not Turn
Rollers are damaged. 1. Contact STERIS. 6.11 Open Lift Gate Does Not Hold in Vertical Position Condition For SCS-E-LG conveyor: Open lift gate does not hold in vertical position. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Gas spring cylinders are damaged. 1. Contact STERIS.
Page 120: Rack/Accessory Bumps Into Rack On Line-End Conveyor
1. Contact STERIS. defective. 6.13 Transfer Cart Adaptor Gate or Stoppers Not Lowered Condition Transfer Cart Adaptor gate (SCS-02 or SCS-29) do not remain in lowered position when transfer cart rests fully on conveyor. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Springs are damaged.
Page 121: Transfer Cart Adaptor Gate Or Stoppers Not Raised
6 — Troubleshooting 6.14 Transfer Cart Adaptor Gate or Stoppers Not Raised Condition Transfer Cart Adaptor gate (SCS-02, SCS-27, SCS-29, SCS-31, SCS-34) or Transfer Cart Adaptor stoppers (SCS-35) do not remain in raised position when transfer cart is removed. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Springs are damaged.
Page 122: Vertical Sliding Door Does Not Close
6 — Troubleshooting 6.16 Vertical Sliding Door Does Not Close Condition For SCS-M-RD or SCS-M-RD-L conveyor: Vertical sliding door does not close. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Conveyor is energized for the first time. 1. SCS-M-RD: Push and pull rack slightly on conveyor load or unload side until it is detected by sensor and motorized rollers start.
Page 123: Vertical Sliding Door Does Not Open
6 — Troubleshooting 6.17 Vertical Sliding Door Does Not Open Condition For SCS-M-RD or SCS-M-RD-L conveyor: Vertical sliding door does not open. General Troubleshooting Additional Information Electric power supply ON/OFF switch is in OFF position 1. Position ON/OFF switch to ON.
Page 124: Recommended Spare Parts And Consumable Products
Contact STERIS for recommendations on exterior 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 7-1. Replacement Parts and Consumables — General...
Page 125 Guide, Side, Plastic, 8", Right, Extension, Blue 117044244 117061184 Guide, Side, Plastic, 8", Right, Extension, Black Guide, Side, Plastic, 8", Left, Extension, Blue 117044273 117061186 Guide, Side, Plastic, 8", Left, Extension, Black SCS-SE-LG Conveyor Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 126 117044262 Block, UHMW, Adjustment, Lift Gate, Extension Table 7-3. Replacement Parts — Motorized Conveyors Description Part Number SCS-BM and SCS-M-RD Conveyors 117042362 Guide, Side, Plastic, Motorized 32" Conveyor, Blue Guide, Side, Plastic, Non-Motorized 32" Conveyor, w/ Captor Support, Blue 10086056 117061179 Guide, Side, Plastic, Motorized 32"...
Page 127 Guide, Side, Motorized, Upstream Lift Gate, Right, Blue 117066432 Guide, Side, Motorized, Downstream Lift Gate, Left, Blue 117063360 Guide, Corner, Right, Non-Motorized Side, Blue 117063361 Guide, Corner, Left, Non-Motorized Side, Blue 117063080 Guide, Corner, Right, Non-Motorized Side, Lift Gate, Blue Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...
Page 128 Cover, Belt, Left, Black 10015045 Guide, Side, for Lift Gate, Left, Black Guide, Side, for Lift Gate, Right 10015048 117042406 Pawl, Cylinder, Motorized, SCS-FAU Wheel, Motorized, Assembly, SCS-FAU 10015335 10014507 Guide, Pneumatic, Assembly, SCS-FAU 10015136 Switch, Limit, For Lift Gate, Assembly...
Page 129 Roller, Short, With Bearing 117042409 Kit, Pawl, Pusher, Assembly SCS-M-FO-L Conveyor 117076221 Guide, Side, 38", Motorized Conveyor, Blue Lateral Guide, 38", Non-Motorized Side, Blue 10086398 117042388 Roller, Short, With Bearing 117042410 Kit, Pawl, Puller, Assembly Operator Manual SCS Conveyor System P920506634_G...

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