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  • Page 1 AMSCO Evolution Series Steam Sterilizers ® ® Operator Manual P129390199 Revision AG...
  • Page 2 © 2024 STERIS. All rights reserved. Published: 2024-12-11 P129390199_AG Operator Manual...
  • Page 3 STERIS carries a complete line of accessories for this unit to simplify, organize and assure sterility of the sterilization process. Instrument trays, pouches and biological/chemical monitoring systems are all available to fulfill your facility's processing needs.
  • Page 4 Table -1. AMSCO Evolution Medium Prevacuum Steam Sterilizer Factory-Programmed Sterilization Cycles And Cycle values Cycles Sterilize Sterilize Time Dry Time Recommended Load Temperature Prevac 270°F (132°C) 4 minutes 30 minutes Double wrapped instrument trays, maximum weight 25 lbs (11.3 kg) each and Fabric Packs.
  • Page 5 Table -1. AMSCO Evolution Medium Prevacuum Steam Sterilizer Factory-Programmed Sterilization Cycles And Cycle values (continued) Cycles Sterilize Sterilize Time Dry Time Recommended Load Temperature DART 3 1/2 minutes 1 minute Bowie-Dick Test 270°F (132°C) Pack, DART Test Pack Leak Test * The liquid cycle is for non-patient contact use only.
  • Page 6 Pack Leak Test * The liquid cycle is for non-patient contact use only. The following table lists STERIS’s recommended loads by sterilizer size: Table -3. AMSCO Evolution Medium Steam Sterilizer Recommended Loads Per Sterilizer Size Sterilizer Size Wrapped Instrument Trays Fabric Packs 26”...
  • Page 7 Table -4. AMSCO Evolution Medium Steam Sterilizer Liquid Cycle* Guideline Number of Containers Volume of Liquid In One Container Minimum Recommended Sterilize Time at 250°F (121°C) 1000 mL 45 minutes * The liquid cycle is for non-patient contact use only. The AMSCO Evolution Medium Steam Sterilizer is offered in the following chamber sizes: •...
  • Page 8 Table -5. AMSCO Evolution Medium Prevacuum Steam Sterilizer Factory-Programmed Sterilization Cycles And Cycle Values (continued) recommended quantities. Gravity 15 minutes 30 minutes 270°F (132°C) Double wrapped instrument trays, maximum weight 25 lbs (11.3 kg) each. Refer to Table -7 recommended quantities.
  • Page 9 Table -6. AMSCO Evolution Medium Steam Flush Pressure-Pulse (SFPP) Sterilizer Factory-Programmed Sterilization Cycles And Cycle Values Cycles Sterilize Sterilize Time Dry Time Recommended Load Temperature SFPP 4 minutes 30 minutes Double wrapped 270°F (132°C) instrument trays, maximum weight 25 lbs (I 1.3 kg) each and Fabric Packs.
  • Page 10 Pack, DART Test Pack Leak Test * The liquid cycle is for non-patient contact use only. The following table lists STERIS’s recommended loads by sterilizer size: Table -7. AMSCO Evolution Medium Steam Sterilizer Recommended Loads Per Sterilizer Size Sterilizer Size Model Number...
  • Page 11 The AMSCO Evolution Medium Prevacuum Steam Sterilizer is equipped with the following factory-programmed sterilization cycles and cycle values (Table -9): Table -9. AMSCO Evolution Medium Prevacuum Steam Sterilizer Factory-Programmed Sterilization Cycles And Cycle Values Cycles Sterilize Sterilize Time Dry Time Recommended Load Temperature Prevac...
  • Page 12 Table -9. AMSCO Evolution Medium Prevacuum Steam Sterilizer Factory-Programmed Sterilization Cycles And Cycle Values (continued) Cycles Sterilize Sterilize Time Dry Time Recommended Load Temperature recommended quantities. DART Warm-Up 3 minutes 1 minute 270°F (132°C) DART 3 1/2 minutes 1 minute Bowie-Dick Test 270°F (132°C) Pack, DART Test...
  • Page 13 Pack, DART Test Pack Leak Test The liquid cycle is for non-patient contact use only. The following table lists STERIS’s recommended loads by sterilizer size: Table -11. AMSCO Evolution Medium Steam Sterilizer Recommended Loads Per Sterilizer Size Sterilizer Size Wrapped Instrument Trays Fabric Packs 26”...
  • Page 14 Table -12. AMSCO Evolution Medium Steam Sterilizer Liquid Cycle Guideline Number of Containers Volume of Liquid In One Container Minimum Recommended Sterilize Time at 250°F (121°C) 1000 mL 45 minutes The AMSCO Evolution Medium Steam Sterilizer is offered in the following chamber sizes: •...
  • Page 15 Table -13. AMSCO Evolution Series Prevacuum Steam Sterilizer Factory-Programmed Sterilization Cycles And Cycle Values (continued) Cycles Sterilize Sterilize Time Dry Time Recommended Load Temperature recommended quantities. Gravity 15 minutes 45 minutes 270°F (132°C) Double wrapped instrument trays, maximum weight 25 lbs (11.3 kg) each.
  • Page 16 Table -14. AMSCO Evolution Series Steam Flush Pressure-Pulse (SFPP) Sterilizer Factory-Programmed Sterilization Cycles And Cycle Values Cycles Sterilize Sterilize Time Dry Time Recommended Load Temperature SFPP 4 minutes 45 minutes Double wrapped 270°F (132°C) instrument trays, maximum weight 25 lbs (11.3 kg) each and Fabric Packs.

  • Page 17: Service Information

    STERIS maintains a worldwide staff of well-equipped, factory-trained technicians to provide this service, as well as expert repair services.
  • Page 18 Addresses Manufactured STERIS Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Avenida Avante 790 Parque Industrial Guadalupe Guadalupe Nuevo Leon, Mexico C.P. 67190 Sales and Service: STERIS Corporation 5960 Heisley Road Mentor, Ohio 44060 440-354-2600 • 800-444-9009 STERIS Ireland Limited IDA Business and Technology Park...

  • Page 19: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Number Description Page Safety Precautions ..........................1 Symbol Definitions ..........................5 Installation Verification ........................9 Installation Checklist ...................... 9 Technical Specifications ....................10 Technical Specifications........................13 General .......................... 13 Sterilizer Specifications ....................13 Control Measure for Verifying Sterilization Process ..........18 Vacuum Leak Test .......................
  • Page 20 Cycle and Control Value Programming ..................76 Introduction........................76 Cycle Values ........................76 Change Values ......................78 Change Cycle Values..................... 78 Change Time and Date ....................82 Change Machine Setup....................88 Routine Maintenance ........................107 Preventive Maintenance ....................107 Daily Maintenance ......................107 Weekly Maintenance ....................111 Materials Required .....................112 Safety Considerations ....................113...
  • Page 21 9.29 Printout Has Characters That Are Light in Color, Missing, or Printout Is Blank..........................135 9.30 Power Is Turned On, But Display Is Blank ..............135 9.31 Pressure and Temperature Do Not Rise ..............136 9.32 Pressure In Chamber ....................136 9.33 Pressure Too Low and Temperature Too High During Sterilize Phase ....136 9.34 Printer Does Not Print....................137 9.35...

  • Page 22: Safety Precautions

    1 — Safety Precautions Safety Precautions The following Safety Precautions must be observed when operating or servicing this AMSCO Evolution Series Steam ® ® Sterilizer. WARNING indicates the potential for personal injury and CAUTION indicates the potential for damage to equipment.
  • Page 23 Repairs and adjustments to this equipment should be made only by fully qualified service personnel. Maintenance performed by inexperienced, unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, invalidate the warranty or result in costly equipment damage. Contact STERIS regarding service options.
  • Page 24 1 — Safety Precautions Proper testing of the safety valve requires the valve to be operated under pressure. Exhaust from the safety valve is hot and can cause burns. Proper safety attire (gloves, eye protection, insulated overall) as designated by locally mandated guidelines, is required. Testing is to be performed by qualified service personnel only.
  • Page 25 1 — Safety Precautions When installing door gasket on Floorloading Sterilizer, avoid damage to gasket by carefully aligning gasket corners to gasket-groove corners on door. Do not manually activate V1 if the chamber is holding pressure. Operator Manual P129390199_AG...

  • Page 26: Symbol Definitions

    2 — Symbol Definitions Symbol Definitions The following symbols appear on AMSCO Evolution Series Steam Sterilizers and are provided here for reference. Table 2-1. Symbol Definitions Symbol Symbol Definition Definition Machine Setup Button Transfer of heat, hot surface Adjust Audible signals Button Protective earth (i.e., ground) Set Audible Signal Off Electrostatic sensitive device...
  • Page 27 2 — Symbol Definitions Table 2-1 Symbol Definitions (Continued) Symbol Symbol Definition Definition Set Language Button Serial number of unit English-Language selection Voltage rating of unit button Spanish-language selection Alternating current button French-language selection Amperage rating of unit button Frequency rating of unit Set Utilities Control Button Ø...
  • Page 28 2 — Symbol Definitions Table 2-1 Symbol Definitions (Continued) Symbol Symbol Definition Definition Start Cycle Button Set Machine ID Button Duplicate Print Button Set Units Button Abort Cycle Button Set Time and Date Button Silence Audible Alarm Signal Set Date Button Button Display Abort Status Button Set Time Button...
  • Page 29 2 — Symbol Definitions Table 2-1 Symbol Definitions (Continued) Symbol Symbol Definition Definition OK (Accept) Button Alarm Status Button Backspace Button (erase Advance Screen Button entered characters) Exit Screen Button Operator Manual P129390199_AG...

  • Page 30: Installation Verification

    After installing this unit according to the instructions provided, complete the following checklist to assure that your installation is complete and correct. Or, if you desire, contact STERIS for a technician to be scheduled to test your installation and demonstrate proper equipment operation.

  • Page 31: Technical Specifications

    3 — Installation Verification � Supply piping adequately sized. � Supply pressure 50 to 80 psig [3.5 to 5.5 bar], dynamic. � Steam Quality supplied must be within specifications. � Steam Quality supplied is within specifications as found in the General Notes. Air Supply: �...
  • Page 32 3 — Installation Verification Overall Exterior Dimensions W x H x L Table 3-1. Sterilizer Overall Exterior Dimensions Exterior Dimensions (W x H x L) Sterilizer Model HC 600 Sliding Door 52 x 80.5 x 64" (1321 x 2045 x 1626 mm) HC 800 Sliding Door 52 x 80-1/2 x 74"...
  • Page 33 3 — Installation Verification Table 3-2. Sterilizer Weights-Fully Loaded (continued) Sterilizer Weight (Fully Loaded) Sterilizer Model HC 1500 Hinged Door 4700 lbs (2132 kg) HC 2000 Sliding Door 6920 lbs (3139 kg) HC 3000 Sliding Door 8812 lbs (3997 kg) Utility Requirements •...

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    NOTE: Contact STERIS for information on a wide range of education/ training programs designed to meet the educational needs of healthcare industries.
  • Page 35 4 — Technical Specifications Table 4-1. Factory-Set Cycles and Cycle Values for Evolution Prevacuum Sterilizer (continued) Sterilize Validation Cycles Sterilize Temp. Dry Time Time Recommended Load Standard 5. PREVAC 3 Min. 30 Min. Double-wrapped instrument trays, ST-8 275˚F (135˚C) max. weight of 25 lbs (11.3 kg) each. Fabric Packs.
  • Page 36 4 — Technical Specifications Table 4-2. Factory-Set Cycles and Cycle Values for Evolution SFPP Sterilizer (continued) Sterilize Validation Cycles Sterilize Temp. Dry Time Time Recommended Load Standard Refer to Table 4-4 for Recommended Loads By Sterilizer Chamber Size. 5. SFPP 4 Min.
  • Page 37 4 — Technical Specifications Table 4-4. Recommended Loads by Sterilizer Chamber Size (continued) Wrapped Instrument Trays Chamber Size Fabric Packs 26 x 26 x 39" (660 x 660 x 991 mm) 26 x 26 x 49" (660 x 660 x 1245 mm) 26 x 26 x 61"...
  • Page 38 4 — Technical Specifications Table 4-7. Sterilizer Hinged Door Configurations 26 x 37.5" (continued) Double Door, Prevacuum 26 x 37.5 x 54" (660 x 953 x 1372 mm) Single Door, SFPP Double Door, SFPP Single Door, Prevacuum 26 x 37.5 x 66" (660 x 953 x 1676 mm) Double Door, Prevacuum 26 x 37.5 x 66"...

  • Page 39: Control Measure For Verifying Sterilization Process

    4 — Technical Specifications Table 4-9. Sterilizer Vertical-Sliding Door Configurations 26 x 26" (continued) Single Door, Prevacuum 26 x 26 x 61" (660 x 660 x 1549 mm) Double Door, Prevacuum 26 x 26 x 61" (660 x 660 x 1549 mm) Single Door, SFPP Double Door, SFPP Table 4-10.

  • Page 40: Vacuum Leak Test

    4 — Technical Specifications WARNING STERILITY ASSURANCE HAZARD Load sterility may be compromised if the biological indicator or vacuum leak test indicates a potential problem. If these indicators show a potential problem, refer the situation to a qualified service technician before using the sterilizer further.

  • Page 41: Techniques Of Sterilization For Liquid Cycle

    4 — Technical Specifications 4.5 Techniques of Sterilization for Liquid Cycle WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD This sterilizer is not designed to process flammable compounds. WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD Avoid personal injury from bursting bottles. Liquid sterilization cycle must only be used for liquids in borosilicate (Pyrex) flasks with vented closures.

  • Page 42: Recommendations For Sterilizing Liquids

    4 — Technical Specifications Table 4-11. Liquid Cycle Parameters Minimum Recommended Sterilize Time at Volume of Liquid in One Container Number of Containers 250°F (121°C) in Minutes 1000 mL a. Liquids sterilized using the Liquid cycle are not for use with patients. 4.6 Recommendations for Sterilizing Liquids WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD...
  • Page 43 4 — Technical Specifications IMPORTANT: Please read the following paragraphs before sterilizing any liquids in your sterilizer. It is inappropriate for a healthcare facility to sterilize liquids for direct patient contact. Borosilicate glass is required because it is a superior glass capable of resisting thermal shock. If glass not as thermally resistant is used, a greater potential for bursting exists.

  • Page 44: Component Identification

    5 — Component Identification Component Identification 5.1 Introduction Figure 5-1. Component Identification (26 x 26" Sterilizer Shown) P129390199_AG Operator Manual...

  • Page 45: General

    5 — Component Identification 5.2 General Use this manual to become familiar with control locations and functions before operating the sterilizer. The controls for this sterilizer are contained within the control touch screen. Control touch pads appear on the screen as needed during each operation.

  • Page 46: Sterilizer Key Switch Operation

    5 — Component Identification NOTE: Touch-screen buttons responds to a light touch, pressure or force is not required for operation. • Emergency Stop Switch (with key)-Located on the front panel, below the sterilizer control touch pad. Shuts off all outputs on the sterilizer; the key is used to reset the switch following actuation. This key is to be retained by the supervisor.
  • Page 47 5 — Component Identification • Out-of-cycle displays are used to start cycles, or set up and adjust sterilizer operation. With the exception of the start-cycle displays, most out-of-cycle displays will only be used occasionally. Detailed instructions for adjusting the sterilizer operating parameters are in Section 7.1, Introduction.

  • Page 48: Alarm Displays

    5 — Component Identification Figure 5-4. Typical In-Cycle and In-Cycle Status Display 5.6 Alarm Displays Alarm displays tell operators and technicians when the sterilizer is experiencing an abnormal condition. Alarm conditions can be caused by failure of utility supplies or sterilizer components. Section , , details the steps an operator can take to solve most alarm conditions.

  • Page 49: Operating End Control Panel

    5 — Component Identification Figure 5-5. Typical Alarm and Alarm Detail Screens 5.7 Operating End Control Panel A sterilizer equipped with two doors will also be equipped with two control panels. The control panel at the loading door of the sterilizer is referred to as the “operating end control" (OE control); the control panel located at the unloading door is referred to as the “non-operating end control"...
  • Page 50 5 — Component Identification Introduction Four cycle selection touch pads are shown on the Cycles screen in Figure 5-6. These buttons display the basic parameters of the cycle (cycle name, sterilization exposure temperature, sterilization exposure time, and dry time), test cycles may be displayed selected by pressing the right arrow in the lower right-hand corner of the cycle select screen.
  • Page 51 5 — Component Identification Figure 5-8. Out-of-Cycle Status Screen The AMSCO Evolution Series Steam Sterilizer control can be programmed to retain values for up to 12 separate ® ® cycles. The eight cycles shown on two cycle select screens, are the factory default cycles. Up to four additional cycles can be programmed and displayed on a third cycle select screen.
  • Page 52 5 — Component Identification Figure 5-10. Change Cycle Values-Cycles Screen Abort Touch-Screen Button The Abort button is used to end a cycle before it completes normally. A cycle only needs to be aborted if an abnormal condition or a control problem develops during the cycle. Pressing Abort causes the sterilizer chamber to depressurize (if pressurized), or air break (if in vacuum);...

  • Page 53: Printer

    5 — Component Identification Figure 5-11. Cycle Abort Button and Screens 5.9 Printer Printer records all cycle data on 2.25" (57 mm) wide single-ply paper. See Replace Printer Paper Roll for paper changing procedure. Operator Manual P129390199_AG...

  • Page 54: Printouts

    5 — Component Identification Figure 5-12. Thermal Printer • Paper Feed-Located on the upper front of printer door, just left of center. Press to feed out paper from the roll stored inside the control. This control is accessible during all phases of operation, including alarm conditions. Press and hold for continuous feed.

  • Page 55: Vertical-Sliding Door Operation (26 X 26" Sterilizers)

    5 — Component Identification Refer to Figure 5-14 for other printout features. Figure 5-14. Typical Printout 5.11 Vertical-Sliding Door Operation (26 x 26" Sterilizers) The sterilizer door is operated using push buttons near the sterilizer control screen. Refer to Section 5.1, Introduction.

  • Page 56: Hinged-Door Operation

    5 — Component Identification WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD When closing the chamber door keep hands and arms out of the door opening and make sure opening is clear of any obstructions. 5.13 Hinged-Door Operation 1. Unlock door by moving door lock control toward the right (refer to Figure 5-15).

  • Page 57: Sterilizer Operation

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Sterilizer Operation 6.1 Before Operating the Sterilizer Operate sterilizer by referring to the cycle description in Section 6.9, Prevac Cycles. WARNING BURN HAZARD Sterilizer, rack/shelves, and loading cart will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load.
  • Page 58 6 — Sterilizer Operation Refer to Table 6-1, Table 6-2, Table 6-3 Table 6-6 to determine cycle use guidelines. Table 6-1. Factory-Set Cycles and Cycle Values for Evolution Prevacuum Sterilizer Sterilize Validation Cycles Sterilize Temp. Dry Time Time‡ Standard Recommended Load 1.
  • Page 59 6 — Sterilizer Operation Table 6-2. Factory-Set Cycles and Cycle Values for Evolution SFPP Sterilizer Sterilize Validation Cycles Sterilize Temp. Dry Time Time‡ Standard Recommended Load 1. SFPP 4 Min. 30 Min. Double-wrapped instrument trays, ST-8 270˚F (132˚C) max. weight of 25 lbs (11.3 kg) each. Fabric packs.
  • Page 60 6 — Sterilizer Operation Table 6-3. Test Cycles Test Cycles for All Validation Sterilize Temp. Standard Units Sterilize Time Time Recommended Load DART Warm-up 4 Min. 1 Min. 270˚F (132˚C) 3 Min., 30 Sec 1 Min. DART or Bowie-Dick Test Pack ST-8 DART (Bowie-Dick) 270˚F (132˚C)

  • Page 61: Preparing Loads For Sterilization Cycles

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Table 6-6. Sterilizer Chamber Volume (continued) Model Chamber Size Volume 64,350 in3 / 37.2 ft3 HC-1500 26 x 37.5 x 66" (660 x 953 x 1676 mm) HC-600 26 x 26 x 39" (660 x 660 x 991 mm) 26,364 in3 / 15.3 ft3 26 x 26 x 49"...

  • Page 62: Loading Cart And Transfer Carriage Instructions: Loading

    6 — Sterilizer Operation 2. Place all packs on edge, and arrange load to allow for maximum steam exposure so that there is minimal resistance for steam passage through the load. 3. Place utensils and instrument trays on their edges so that they will be sterilized and properly dried. 4.

  • Page 63: Loading Cart And Transfer Carriage: Unloading

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-2. Loading Goods into Sterilizer Chamber 6.5 Loading Cart and Transfer Carriage: Unloading Refer to Figure 6-2. WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load.

  • Page 64: Floor Loading Sterilizerloading And Unloading

    6 — Sterilizer Operation 2. Move transfer carriage forward until it engages with dock. 3. Once transfer carriage engages with dock, transfer carriage latches to dock as it begins pushing into chamber. 4. Push carriage fully into chamber. 5. Turn hand crank clockwise until loading cart is fully lifted from supports in chamber. 6.

  • Page 65: Unloading The Sterilizer

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-3. Loading Floorloader Sterilizer Chamber 6.7 Unloading the Sterilizer The control informs the user when a cycle is complete and prompts the user to open door and unload sterilizer. Open the chamber door at the end of a cycle, when end-of-cycle tone sounds and the screen display is as follows: Operator Manual P129390199_AG...
  • Page 66 6 — Sterilizer Operation WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load. Protective gloves and apron must be worn when reloading sterilizer following the previous operation. ●...

  • Page 67: Prevacuum Sterilizer Cycle

    NOTE: Contact STERIS for information on a wide range of education/training programs designed to meet the educational needs of healthcare facilities.

  • Page 68: Prevac Cycles

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Countdown timer on the display is estimated; timer self-corrects estimated time at the beginning of each phase. Figure 6-5. Prevac Cycle In-Cycle Screens 6.9 Prevac Cycles Prevac cycles, 270˚F (132˚C), are used for sterilizing double-wrapped instrument trays or fabric packs. Prevac cycles, 275˚F (135˚C), are used for sterilizing double-wrapped instrument trays only.
  • Page 69 6 — Sterilizer Operation WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD When closing the chamber door, keep hands and arms out of the door opening and make sure opening is clear of obstructions. 1. Before running this cycle refer to Section 6.1, Before Operating the Sterilizer.
  • Page 70 6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-6. Prevacuum Cycle Printouts (270˚F [132˚C] and 275˚F [135˚C]) Table 6-9. Factory-Set Gravity Cycles and Cycle Values The AMSCO Evolution Series Prevacuum Sterilizer is equipped with the following factory programmed gravity sterilization cycles and cycle values. Sterilize Validation Cycles...
  • Page 71 6 — Sterilizer Operation Table 6-9. Factory-Set Gravity Cycles and Cycle Values (continued) The AMSCO Evolution Series Prevacuum Sterilizer is equipped with the following factory programmed gravity sterilization cycles and cycle values. Sterilize Validation Cycles Sterilize Temp. Dry Time Time Standard Recommended Load †...

  • Page 72: Gravity Cycles

    6 — Sterilizer Operation 6.10 Gravity Cycles WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load. Protective gloves and apron must be worn when reloading sterilizer following the previous operation.
  • Page 73 6 — Sterilizer Operation AIR BREAK – Chamber is returned to atmospheric pressure. RETRACT SEAL – A vacuum is drawn on the seal, retracting it from inner surface of door. COMPLETE – Complete tone sounds. Cycle summary and end of cycle messages are printed. 5.

  • Page 74: Liquid Cycle

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Table 6-10. Factory-Set Liquid Cycle and Cycle Values The AMSCO Evolution Series Prevacuum Sterilizer is equipped with the following factory programmed liquid sterilization cycle and cycle values. Sterilize Validation Cycles Sterilize Temp. Time Standard Time Recommended Load †...
  • Page 75 6 — Sterilizer Operation WARNING It is inappropriate for a healthcare facility to sterilize liquids for direct patient contact. WARNING BURN HAZARD When sterilizing liquids, you must observe the following procedures: ● Use Liquid cycle only. ● Use only vented closures. ●...
  • Page 76 6 — Sterilizer Operation SLOW EVACUATE – A vacuum is slowly drawn in the chamber to 5.0 inHg. This phase assures that the chamber is cooled to 208˚F (95˚C). VAPOR REMOVAL – Filtered air enters the chamber to relieve the vacuum within the chamber. RETRACT SEAL –...
  • Page 77 6 — Sterilizer Operation Operator Manual P129390199_AG...

  • Page 78: Sfpp Sterilizer Cycles

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-10. Typical Printout of a Liquid Cycle 6.12 SFPP Sterilizer Cycles AMSCO Evolution Series SFPP Steam Sterilizers are shipped with factory-set cycles. The cycle sequence for these cycles is given in Section 6.12, SFPP Sterilizer Cycles.

  • Page 79: Sfpp Cycles

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Countdown timer on the display is estimated; timer self-corrects estimated time at the beginning of each phase. Figure 6-11. SFPP Cycle In-Cycle Screens 6.13 SFPP Cycles WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load.
  • Page 80 6 — Sterilizer Operation WARNING PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD When closing the chamber door, keep hands and arms out of the door opening and make sure opening is clear of obstructions. SFPP cycles are designed for sterilizing both fabric packs and instrument trays. The cycle conditions loads at above- atmospheric pressure.

  • Page 81: Test Cycles

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-12. Typical Printouts — SFPP Cycles (270˚and 275˚F) 6.14 Test Cycles Introduction Dart (Bowie-Dick) Test Vacuum Leak Test Operator Manual P129390199_AG...
  • Page 82 6 — Sterilizer Operation Introduction Test cycles are factory programmed on prevacuum sterilizers. These cycles are used to verify the sterilizer is functioning at optimum capability. Table 6-12. Test Cycles Validation Test Cycles for All Sterilize Temp. Dry Time Units Sterilize Time Recommended Load Standard...
  • Page 83 6 — Sterilizer Operation WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load. Protective gloves and apron must be worn when reloading sterilizer following the previous operation. ●...
  • Page 84 6 — Sterilizer Operation RETRACT SEAL – A vacuum is drawn on the seal, retracting it from inner surface of door. COMPLETE – Complete tone sounds. Cycle summary and end of cycle messages are printed. WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load.
  • Page 85 6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-14. Dart (Bowie-Dick) Test Cycle Printout Operator Manual P129390199_AG...
  • Page 86 6 — Sterilizer Operation Vacuum Leak Test This cycle is used for testing vacuum integrity of sterilizer and piping. WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load. Protective gloves and apron must be worn when reloading sterilizer following the previous operation.

  • Page 87: Aborting Cycles

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-15. Vacuum Leak Test Cycle Printout 6.15 Aborting Cycles It may be necessary to end a processing cycle, possibly because the wrong cycle was selected or the sterilizer begins functioning incorrectly. A cycle can be aborted at any time by pressing the Abort touch-screen button. WARNING STERILITY ASSURANCE HAZARD In the event of an incomplete cycle, the sterilizer will automatically advance to the exhaust phase of the...
  • Page 88 6 — Sterilizer Operation WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load. Protective gloves and apron must be worn when reloading sterilizer following the previous operation. ●...

  • Page 89: Emergency Manual Exhaust

    6 — Sterilizer Operation Press the silence alarm button to turn off the alarm speaker during the abort sequence Press the status touch pad in the lower left hand corner of the screen at any time to display an abortstatus screen (typical sample below): 3.
  • Page 90 6 — Sterilizer Operation WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Steam may be released from the chamber when door is opened. Step back from the sterilizer each time the door is opened to minimize contact with steam vapor. ● Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading equipment will be hot after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron when removing a processed load.

  • Page 91: Cycle Graphs

    6 — Sterilizer Operation 3. Once selected valve has been opened, chamber pressure (or vacuum) is relieved to atmospheric level. Depending upon circumstances, 10-30 minutes may be required to relieve the chamber. NOTE: Chamber pressure relieves through drain line. 4. Leave service area to watch chamber gauge, once pressure (or vacuum) reaches an atmospheric level of 5 psig (or 5 inHg) return to service area and activate V37 (operating end door seal) or V38 (non operating end door seal) switch.
  • Page 92 6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-17. Cycle Graph: Prevacuum and Bowie-Dick (Dart) Cycles P129390199_AG Operator Manual...
  • Page 93 6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-18. Cycle Graph: Gravity Cycle Operator Manual P129390199_AG...
  • Page 94 6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-19. Cycle Graph: Liquid Cycle P129390199_AG Operator Manual...
  • Page 95 6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-20. Cycle Graph: Steam Flush Pressure Pulse (SFPP) Cycle Operator Manual P129390199_AG...
  • Page 96 6 — Sterilizer Operation Figure 6-21. Cycle Graph: Leak Test Cycle P129390199_AG Operator Manual...

  • Page 97: Cycle And Control Value Programming

    7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Cycle and Control Value Programming 7.1 Introduction AMSCO Evolution Series Steam Sterilizers are shipped with factory-set cycles, cycle values and control values ® ® programmed into the control (see Table 7-1). These preset values can be changed to tailor the sterilizer to the operating environment in which it has been installed.
  • Page 98 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Table 7-1. Factory-Set Cycles and Cycle Values for Evolution Prevacuum Sterilizer (continued) Sterilize Validation Cycles Sterilize Temp. Dry Time Time‡ Standard Recommended Load 7. GRAVITY 30 Min. 30 Min. Double-wrapped instrument trays, ST-8 250˚F (121˚C) max.

  • Page 99: Change Values

    7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Table 7-2. Factory-Set Cycles and Cycle Values for Evolution SFPP Sterilizer (continued) Sterilize Validation Cycles Sterilize Temp. Time Time Recommended Load Standard Refer to Table 4-4 for Recommended Loads By Sterilizer Chamber Size. 8.
  • Page 100 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Press anywhere on the touch screen pad if the sterilizer is in Standby. The control advances to Ready. At the Cycles screen, press the Options touch screen pad (upper right corner), and the control advances to Options screen; access the cycle values by pressing Change Cycle Values.
  • Page 101 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Change Cycle Values Procedure Press Options button to access “Options” screen (used to adjust sterilizer operation). Press anywhere on “In Standby” screen to access sterilizer control functions. Press Change Cycle Values button to adjust operating parameters for specific cycles.
  • Page 102 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Continued from Previous Page Press (backspace) to clear values that have been entered. Press (OK) to accept values that have been entered, and return to change cycle values screen. Press (exit) to abandon any values entered and return to change cycle values screen. Press Cycle type to be changed.

  • Page 103: Change Time And Date

    7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Press Enter Sterilize Temp (temperature)–Enter value using the keypad. Acceptable value range is determined by cycle type and cycle temperature selected. Acceptable ranges are shown on value-entry screen ( refer to Table 7- Press Enter Dry Time–Enter the value using the keypad.
  • Page 104 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 1. At Options screen, press Set Date and Time touch pad. The display advances to Change Time/date screen. 2. Make adjustments using procedures shown below: Set Time Format This option allows the operator to select time display “format." Format determines how hours and minutes are displayed.
  • Page 105 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Set Time 1. To access this utility, press Options touch pad from the Cycles screen at the operating end of the sterilizer. The screen changes to show the Options screen. Touch Set Date and Time touch pad, the display advances to Change Time/Date screen.
  • Page 106 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming If an incorrect value is entered, press the backspace key to clear the entry, then use the keypad to enter the correct value Once the correct minutes value has been entered, press OK to accept. Press EXIT to return to Change Time/Date screen.
  • Page 107 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Once the correct seconds value has been entered, press OK to accept. Press EXIT to return to Change Time/Date screen. Date Format This setup option allows the operator to select the “format” for the date. The format determines the order in which the month, day and year are displayed.
  • Page 108 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming If an incorrect number is entered, press the backspace key to clear the entry, then use the keypad to enter the correct value Once the correct day value has been entered, press OK to accept. NOTE: The day of the week is automatically registered by the control.

  • Page 109: Change Machine Setup

    7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Once the correct month value has been entered, press OK to accept. NOTE: The day of the week is automatically registered by the control. Press EXIT to return to Change Time/Date screen. Enter the correct year value using the keypad. If an incorrect valuer is entered, press the backspace key to clear the entry, then use the keypad to enter the correct value Once the correct year value has been entered, press OK to accept.
  • Page 110 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Print Options Audible Signals Units Leaving Machine Setup Introduction All changes are made to displayed settings using touch pads on the control screen. No mechanical adjustments to the sterilizer are necessary. The Change Machine options are used to change the way the sterilizer operates in a general way. The control has an User Login security feature.
  • Page 111 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Change Password screen is accessed by pressing the Machine Setup button from the Options screen and then pressing the Change Password button. Once the Change Password button is pressed, the Change Password Screen screen appears (Following figure.) Using the screen keypad, enter a 4 digit password (0000 to 9999).
  • Page 112 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Once a Supervisor password has been set, the Supervisor Access screen (below) displays whenever one of the following buttons is pressed: • Set Date and Time • Change Cycle Values • Machine Setup Entering the 4 digit access code and pressing OK enables access to the specific Options screen.
  • Page 113 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Utility Control The Utility Control screen is used to automatically control utility services to the sterilizer. As shipped from the factory, this is set to Manual Utilities control (i.e., utilities must be shut off and turned on by an operator). If the sterilizer is equipped with an integral electric steam generator, refer to Utility Control with Integral Electric Steam Generator additional information regarding utility controls for the generator.
  • Page 114 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming The setting on this screen is either Manual or Automatic. If the utility control button displays Manual (and Automatic operation is preferred), press the utility control button to change setting to Automatic. If Automatic is displayed on the button (and Manual operation is preferred), press the button to change to Manual.
  • Page 115 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 1. Press the Day Of The Week button to select the day to set up for utility control. • The Day Of The Week button sequentially displays the days of the week each time it is pressed. •...
  • Page 116 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Press OK to save utilities set up changes and return to Utility Control screen. 6. Once the day of the week has been selected (and Restart times have been selected), press Shutoff Time button to set up the automatic Shutoff time.
  • Page 117 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Utility Control Summary The utility control function allows the operator to display a summary of all the utility controls settings. To display a summary of the automatic utility control restart and Shutoff times that have been entered, press the information key in the upper left-hand corner of the Utility Control screen.
  • Page 118 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Press Exit to return to the Utility Control screen. Utility Control with Integral Electric Steam Generator If the sterilizer is set up to be equipped with an integral electric steam generator, the following screen appears on the display when Utility Control is accessed.
  • Page 119 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Press Exit to return to the machine setup screen. Language The AMSCO Evolution sterilizer is capable of operation with display screens and printouts in three languages. The factory default is English. 1. To access this utility, press the options button from the Cycles screen at the operating end of the sterilizer. The screen changes to show the Machine Setup screen.
  • Page 120 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming The buttons and corresponding languages are listed below. English Language Spanish Language French Language Once the appropriate language is selected press Exit to return to the Change Machine Setup screen. Machine Number This is used to enter an identifying, two-character code into the sterilizer control. This code can be any two-digit number between 00 and 99.
  • Page 121 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Press Machine Number touch pad; the display advances to machine number set up screen. 3. At machine number screen, enter a two-digit code for the sterilizer using the entry keypad. Ensure, however, that each machine number used is different from any others that have been assigned in the facility.
  • Page 122 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming If an incorrect value is entered, press the backspace key to clear the entry, then use the keypad to enter the correct value. Press Exit to abandon changes and return to the Machine Setup screen. Press OK to save utilities set up changes and return to Utility Control screen.
  • Page 123 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming Press Print Options button on the Machine Setup screen; the display advances to set print format screen. 1. Select the appropriate print format by pressing one of the three buttons on display. Operator Manual P129390199_AG...
  • Page 124 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming • Print Format – Use this option to set the type of print format provided by the sterilizer during cycle operation: – Full – This is the standard format providing a status print for each phase of the cycle and status prints at a predetermined print interval.
  • Page 125 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 3. Select the signal you wish to adjust by pressing the appropriate touchscreen pad in the upper half of the screen. Press each button multiple times to cycle through the available volume levels (including Off, when applicable) for the selected signal type: NOTE: End of Cycle provides an OFF setting.
  • Page 126 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming NOTE: Although Amsco Evolution Series Steam Sterilizers are factory-set to operate using Fahrenheit temperature units, the sterilizer can be reprogrammed to display and print using Celsius temperature units. 1. To access this feature, press the Options button at the Cycles screen; at Options screen press Machine Setup. At Cycles screen, press Units button;...
  • Page 127 7 — Cycle and Control Value Programming 3. At Units screen, press the appropriate button for the type of unit or units to be selected. • Press Temp Units button to toggle between Fahrenheit (˚F) and Celsius (˚C). • Press Pressure Units button to toggle between PSIG and bar. NOTE: Machine does not require recalibration after selecting units for display and print.

  • Page 128: Routine Maintenance

    The following preventive maintenance advisories must be observed: 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 or result in costly damage.
  • Page 129 8 — Routine Maintenance IMPORTANT: The chamber drain strainer must be cleaned at least once a day, preferably in the morning before running the first cycle. WARNING BURN HAZARD Allow sterilizer and accessories to cool to room temperature before performing any cleaning or maintenance procedures.
  • Page 130 8 — Routine Maintenance Figure 8-2. Thermal Printer 2. Lift Inner Cover as shown in Figure 8-3. 3. Position paper roll as follows: a. Position paper roll in bottom of printer compartment, paper coming from bottom of roll. b. Ensure at least 8” (203 mm) of paper extends from printer compartment. 4.
  • Page 131 8 — Routine Maintenance Figure 8-3. Positioning Paper Roll 5. Remove take-up spool from printer and carefully pull apart as shown in Figure 8-4. Figure 8-4. Take-Up Spool 6. Place paper between take-up spool; then push spool halves together. 7. Tightly wind paper around spool two to three times; then place spool back in original position (at top of printer compartment.

  • Page 132: Weekly Maintenance

    , if necessary. 3. Pour a solution of 60 mL (~1/4 cup) of Liqui-Jet 2 Instrument Detergent (Contact your local STERIS representative for product information), and 500 mL (~1 pint) of hot water into the drain. Solution may puddle in the bottom of the chamber.

  • Page 133: Materials Required

    Prolystica HP Neutral Manual Cleaner STERIS part #1C2708, 1 gal. (4 gallons per case); substitutions are not recommended except as noted in the drain cleaning procedure. It can be purchased here: https://shop.steris.com/en/us/parts/prolystica-hp-neutral-manual-cleaner-4-x-1-gal-case-1c2708...

  • Page 134: Safety Considerations

    The ChamberCare Pro Kit contains the tools you need to perform routine sterilizer chamber cleaning following this IFU. To purchase this kit, contact your local STERIS District Service Manager, Specialty Service Technician, or Equipment Service Technician. Figure 8-5. ChamberCare Kit Kit Content Includes: •...

  • Page 135: Drain Strainer Routine Cleaning Procedure

    8 — Routine Maintenance • Be sure to follow facility policy and STERIS Operator Manual procedures to turn off sterilizer power and to not turn on the unit while the equipment is being cleaned. • Open the sterilizer door and allow the sterilizer to cool completely before cleaning. This takes approximately 4-5 hours.
  • Page 136 8 — Routine Maintenance Figure 8-6. AMSCO 400 Med Sterilizer Drain and Strainer Figure 8-7. AMSCO 600 Med Sterilizer Drain and Strainer NOTE: Review operator manual for more information about how to properly remove and clean the drain strainer. Daily Drain Strainer Cleaning Procedure 1.

  • Page 137: Drain Routine Cleaning Procedure

    • Drain should be cleaned whenever it becomes clogged. Drain Cleaning Procedure 1. Make sure to follow facility policy and STERIS Operator Manual procedures to turn off sterilizer power and to not turn on the unit while the equipment is being cleaned.

  • Page 138: Chamber Routine Cleaning Procedure

    Chamber Cleaning Procedure 1. Make sure to follow facility policy and STERIS Operator Manual procedures to turn off sterilizer power and to not turn on the unit while the equipment is being cleaned. Figure 8-8. Power Down Unit 2.
  • Page 139 8 — Routine Maintenance Figure 8-9. Required PPE for Cleaning 5. Prepare a solution of Prolystica HP Neutral Manual Cleaner and hot water (~approximately 50°C) in the Chamber Cleaning Pump-Up Sprayer container found in the ChamberCare Pro Kit by diluting ½ oz/gal which is 5.85 mL to the 1500 mL capacity of the pump-up sprayer.

  • Page 140: Loading Equipment Cleaning Procedure

    If water does not drain after first attempt, take the following action: ● Turn off the unit and its power supply. ● Contact STERIS Service to allow a STERIS Technician to assess the issue. ● Do not reattempt to initiate a cycle and abort a second time.

  • Page 141: Troubleshooting

    9 — Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 9.1 Helpful Hints 1. Use the operating procedures in the operator manual to verify the trouble symptom. If necessary, operate sterilizer more than once in case reported problem is being caused by intermittent component malfunction. 2. Use cycle graphs, Figure 9-1 through Figure...

  • Page 142: How To Use The Cycle Graph

    9 — Troubleshooting 9.2 How To Use The Cycle Graph The cycle graphs (Figure 9-1 through Figure 9-5) are representations of the operations of the cycles available with the sterilizer. They are intended to be used for two main purposes: 1) as an aid in understanding how the various cycles work, and 2) as an aid in troubleshooting.
  • Page 143 9 — Troubleshooting Figure 9-1. Prevac (or DART/Bowie-Dick) Cycle Graph Operator Manual P129390199_AG...
  • Page 144 9 — Troubleshooting Figure 9-2. Gravity Cycle Graph P129390199_AG Operator Manual...
  • Page 145 9 — Troubleshooting Figure 9-3. Steam Flush Pressure Pulse (SFPP) Cycle Graph Operator Manual P129390199_AG...
  • Page 146 9 — Troubleshooting Figure 9-4. Liquid Cycle Graph P129390199_AG Operator Manual...
  • Page 147 9 — Troubleshooting Figure 9-5. Leak Test Cycle Graph Operator Manual P129390199_AG...

  • Page 148: Air Utility Failure

    1. Silence alarm. 2. For house steam units: Contact facilities to correct steam supply to unit. 3. For integral steam generator units: Contact STERIS. 9.5 Too Long in Evacuate Condition Occurs if chamber does not reach the set evacuation level within allotted time. Unit prints ALARM: TOO LONG IN EVACUATE.

  • Page 149: Aus (Automatic Utility Control Settings) Updates Revert To Previous Values After Power Loss

    Sterilizer is cold or no warm-up cycle was run. 1. Run a DART warm-up cycle. 2. Re-run DART/Bowie-Dick test. 3. If failure recurs, contact STERIS. DART test pack not placed on rack or cart over the drain. 1. Place DART test pack on rack or cart directly over the drain.

  • Page 150: Chamber Temperature Probe Failure

    Chamber temperature reading outside the normal range. 1. Silence alarm. 2. Cycle unit power to clear alarm and run test cycle. 3. If alarm persists, contact STERIS. 9.10 Cycle Count Drops to a Lower Number When File Corrupted type text here Condition 200R Compact Computers Only: Corrected by software update.

  • Page 151: Emergency Stop Button Pressed

    (if any). 3. Ensure no personnel are working on the unit. 4. Obtain E-Stop key and reset E-Stop button. 5. Check unit for proper operation. 6. If alarm recurs, contact STERIS. 9.13 Exhaust Rate Too Slow type text here Condition Occurs if liquid cycle slow exhaust rate is too slow.

  • Page 152: Generator Alarm

    3. Run a test cycle. 4. If low water alarm continues to trip, contact STERIS. Facility water supply to integral steam generator is shut 1. Contact Facilities about correcting water supply to off or has failed.

  • Page 153: Jacket Temperature Probe Failure

    Jacket temperature reading is outside the normal range. 1. Silence alarm. 2. Cycle unit power to clear alarm and run test cycle. 3. If alarm recurs contact STERIS. 9.20 Leak Rate Issue When Using Bar as Unit for Pressure Display Condition 200R software needs updated to revision 12 or newer.

  • Page 154: No Door Interlocks Available

    Additional Information OE or NOE door seal switch contact is made but door 1. Silence alarm. closed limit switch is open. 2. Cycle unit power to clear alarm and run test cycle. 3. If alarm persists, contact STERIS. P129390199_AG Operator Manual...

  • Page 155: Oe/Noe Door Switches Malfunction

    Steam supply has been shut off or interrupted. 1. For house steam units: Contact facilities to correct steam supply to unit. 2. For integral steam generator units: Contact STERIS. 3. For units connected to standalone generators with automatic blow down: Verify blowdown is set to occur during a time when the unit is not in use.

  • Page 156: Over Sterilize Temperature

    1. Silence alarm. temperature. 2. Run a test cycle. 3. If alarm recurs, contact STERIS. 9.29 Printout Has Characters That Are Light in Color, Missing, or Printout Is Blank Condition Printout has characters that are light in color, missing, or printout is blank.

  • Page 157: Pressure And Temperature Do Not Rise

    Steam supply has been shut off or interrupted. 1. For house steam units: Contact facilities to correct steam supply to unit. 2. For integral steam generator units: Contact STERIS. 3. For units connected to standalone generators with automatic blow down, verify blowdown is set to occur during a time when the unit is not in use.

  • Page 158: Printer Does Not Print

    Two temperature sensing elements in the chamber drain 1. Silence alarm. probe read more than 1°F apart. 2. Run a test cycle. 3. If alarm recurs contact STERIS. 9.36 Recorder Temperature Probe Failure type text here Condition Occurs if chamber recorder temperature is outside the normal range.

  • Page 159: Rtc Failure

    1. Silence alarm. 2. Rest control by turning off power to the unit and then turning it back on. 3. If alarm recurs, contact STERIS. 9.38 Steam and/or Condensate Leaking Around Door-Lock Cylinder Condition Steam actuated door lock cylinder leaking steam or condensate.

  • Page 160: Steam Utility Failure

    2. For house steam units: Contact facilities to correct units. steam supply to unit. 3. For integral steam generator units, Contact STERIS. 4. For units connected to standalone generators with automatic blowdown: Verify blowdown is set to occur during a time when the unit is not in use.

  • Page 161: Tank Water Too Hot (Chilled Water System)

    Additional Information Facility Chilled Water supply pressure and/or 1. Contact facilities about correcting water supply. temperature not correct. 2. If alarm recurs, contact STERIS. Facility Cold Water supply pressure and/or temperature 1. Contact facilities about correcting water supply. not correct.

  • Page 162: Too Long In Jacket Charge

    1. Silence alarm. 2. For house steam units, contact facilities to correct steam supply to unit. 3. For integral steam generator units, contact STERIS. 4. For units connected to standalone generators with automatic blowdown, verify blowdown is set to occur during a time when the unit is not in use.

  • Page 163: Too Long To Fill (Chilled Water System)

    General Troubleshooting Additional Information Facility water utility supply interruption or restriction. 1. Contact facilities about correcting water supply. 2. If alarm recurs contact STERIS. 9.49 Too Long to Fill Tank (Green Machine) type text here Condition Occurs if tank fill time exceeds five minutes.

  • Page 164: Too Long To Seal Oe/Noe Door

    Steam supply has been shut off or interrupted. 1. For house steam units: Contact facilities to correct steam supply to unit. 2. For integral steam generator units, contact STERIS. 3. For units connected to standalone generators with automatic blowdown, verify blowdown is set to occur during a time when the unit is not in use.

  • Page 165: Unable To Start Any Cycle

    Steam pressure < 50 psig (< 3.4 bar). 1. For house steam units, contact facilities to correct steam supply to unit. 2. For integral steam generator units, contact STERIS. 3. For units connected to standalone generators with automatic blowdown, verify blowdown is set to occure during a time when the unit is not in use.

  • Page 166: Vacuum Levels Are Poor

    Additional Information Contact STERIS. 1. Silence alarm. 2. Run a test cycle. 3. If alarm recurs, contact STERIS. 9.58 Unit Prints ALARMS - FAILURE READING TEMPERATURE/PRESSURE type text here Condition Two conditions can cause this type of alarm to print: 1.

  • Page 167: Unit Prints Alarm Failure Reading Pressure

    General Troubleshooting Additional Information Contact STERIS. 1. Silence alarm. 2. Run a test cycle. 3. If alarm recurs, contact STERIS. 9.60 Waste Temperature Probe Failure type text here Condition Occurs if waste line temperature reading is outside the normal range.

  • Page 168: Wrapped Packs Are Wet

    1. Adjust dry time and follow Insturctions For Use (IFUs) for that type of load. Packs were not properly prepared before processing, 1. Refer to STERIS publication Preparing Instruments, chamber overloaded, or packs too close together. Utensils, and Textiles for Sterilization and Wet Pack Problem Solving (M1844), for a complete discussion of wrapping and loading.

  • Page 169: Service Procedures

    Repairs and adjustments to this equipment should be made only by fully qualified service personnel. Maintenance performed by inexperienced, unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, invalidate the warranty, or result in costly equipment damage. Contact STERIS regarding service options. WARNING BURN HAZARD Allow sterilizer and accessories to cool to room temperature before performing any cleaning or maintenance procedures.

  • Page 170: Clean Jacket Steam Strainers

    Repairs and adjustments to this equipment should be made only by fully qualified service personnel. Maintenance performed by inexperienced, unqualified personnel or installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury, invalidate the warranty, or result in costly equipment damage. Contact STERIS regarding service options. WARNING BURN HAZARD Failure to shut off the steam supply when cleaning or replacing strainers can result in serious injury.
  • Page 171 10 — Service Procedures 3. Use flat tool with rounded edges (such as a non-serrated table knife) to pry and twist one section of the seal partially from the groove. Refer to Figure 10-1 for 26 x 26” (660 x 660 mm) sterilizers, or Figure 10-2 for 26 x 37.5”...
  • Page 172 10 — Service Procedures Chamber Opening Reference Indicator, Enlarged Location of Seal Reference Indicators Seal The following lot data is molded into the back side of Back Side the seal: of Door Seal P-129373-376 ABCDEFHGIJKLMNOP 1234 Part Number Lot Index Cure Year Manufacturer...

  • Page 173: Floorloading Sterilizer Door Seal Replacement Procedure

    10 — Service Procedures Chamber Opening Door Use flat tool with rounded edges (such as a non- serrated table knife) to pry and twist one section of the seal partially from the groove. Reference Indicator, Enlarged Seal Hinged Door Model Shown Location of Seal Reference...
  • Page 174 • Use fine sand paper to begin smoothing sharp areas. • Use emory cloth to finish smoothing the area. • Contact STERIS with questions or requests for assistance. 6. Check seal groove inner side walls for scratches or other uneven surfaces. If any scratches or uneven surfaces are present, complete the following steps: •...

  • Page 175: Steam Trap Replacement

    10 — Service Procedures 13. Run a short cycle to verify the seal extends and retracts properly. 10.6 Steam Trap Replacement WARNING BURN HAZARD ● Allow sterilizer and accessories to cool to room temperature before performing any cleaning or maintenance procedures. ●...

  • Page 176: Clean Or Replace Piping Check Valves

    Contact your sales representative for recommendations on cleaning products, biological indicators or parts that are not listed in Table 10-1. Recommended Spare Parts. NOTE: Use only STERIS authorized parts on this equipment. Use of unauthorized parts will void the warranty. Table 10-1. Recommended Spare Parts P093911351RTD....Jacket Temperature P093921381RTD....Waste Water Temperature P093922107RTD....
  • Page 177 10 — Service Procedures Table 10-1. Recommended Spare Parts (continued) P338523337.......RELAY, Slim Line 24V ac/dc P129373702......DOOR SEAL, 26 X 26" (660 x 660 mm) as applicable P129373376......DOOR SEAL, 26 x 37.5" (660 x 953 mm) as applicable P15026225F......DOOR SEAL, FLOORLOADER, as applicable P010278091......VALVE, Check, Jacket Steam Trap P076243061......VALVE, Check, Steam Supply Trap,SS P093911202......CYLINDER, Door Lock...

  • Page 178: Waste Products Disposal

    10 — Service Procedures Figure 10-4. Evolution Sterilizer Piping Schematic 10.10 Waste Products Disposal The following are waste materials associated with the sterilizer. When disposing of waste materials, be sure to do so in compliance with federal, state and local regulations. P129390199_AG Operator Manual...
  • Page 179 10 — Service Procedures • Printer paper-recyclable • Water filters-not recyclable • Waste water-48 L/min (13 gal/min) • Entire sterilizer (end-of-life)-Contact STERIS for disposal or recycling recommendations Operator Manual P129390199_AG...

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