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Amsco 110LS User Manual

Amsco 110LS
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OPERATOR MANUAL
AMSCO
®
110LS and AMSCO
®
250LS
Life Sciences Small Sterilizers
(Rev A) P387366-389

Table of Contents

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Amsco 110LS Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmsco
Model110LS
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Definition of Symbols

A WORD FROM STERIS

Service Information

Details regarding essential preventive maintenance and service agreements for sterilizer upkeep.

Indications for Use

Describes the intended applications and configurations of the sterilizer for various processes.

AMSCO 110LS and AMSCO 250LS Comparison

Advisory

2 INSTALLATION VERIFICATION

2.1 Installation Checklist

A step-by-step checklist to verify correct sterilizer installation and component setup.

2.2 Technical Specifications

Details the electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications of the sterilizer unit.

3 TECHNIQUES OF STERILIZATION

3.1 Recommended Sterilization Variables

Provides recommended settings for sterilization cycles like prevacuum, gravity, and liquid.

3.2 Control Measures for Verifying Sterilization Process

Describes methods for verifying the sterilization process efficacy, including monitors and tests.

3.3 Recommendations for the Sterilization Process

Offers advice on optimizing sterilization results, especially for specific container types.

3.4 Sterilization Techniques and Recommendations for Liquids

Provides specific techniques and safety recommendations for sterilizing liquids safely.

4 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS

4.1 Component Identification

Identifies and describes the major components and controls of the sterilizer unit.

4.2 Control Panel

Introduces the control panel as the central interface for all sterilizer functions.

4.3 Languages

Details how to select and change the display and printout language for user convenience.

4.4 Manual Operation of Door

Provides instructions and safety precautions for manually operating the sterilizer door.

4.5 Emergency Door Operation

Outlines the procedure for emergency door operation and associated safety warnings.

4.6 Optional Electric Steam Generator

Explains the function and operation of the optional electric steam generator.

4.7 Generator Flush Operation

Guides the user through the process of setting up and running the generator flush.

4.8 Automatic Generator Flush

Describes how automatic generator flushing operates based on utility shutdown settings.

4.9 Generator Flush Alarms

Lists and explains potential alarms related to the generator flush cycle.

5 CONTROL INTERFACE

5.1 General Description

Introduces the touch screen interface and its basic operation for user interaction.

5.2 Operating Modes

Explains how to enter operating modes and select sterilization cycles.

5.3 Status Buttons

Describes how to access status screens for pressure, temperature, and machine I/O.

5.4 Printer Operation

Explains how to operate the printer for paper feed, cutting, and duplicate prints.

5.5 USB Storage

Guides on copying cycle data and history to a USB drive for backup.

5.6 Display Cycle Graph Data

Instructions on how to read and analyze cycle graph data from a PC.

6 STERILIZER OPERATION

6.1 Before Operating Sterilizer

Outlines essential checks and procedures to perform before operating the sterilizer.

6.2 Gravity Cycle

Explains the steps and safety precautions for running a Gravity cycle.

6.3 Prevac Cycle

Explains the steps and safety precautions for running a Prevac cycle.

6.4 Liquid Cycle

Explains the steps and safety precautions for running a Liquid cycle.

6.5 Isothermal Cycle (Optional)

Details the procedure and safety for the optional Isothermal cycle.

6.6 Warmup Cycle

Describes the Warmup cycle used before DART or Bowie-Dick tests.

6.7 DART and Bowie-Dick Cycles

Explains the DART and Bowie-Dick cycles for air removal testing.

6.8 Leak Test Cycle

Details the process and importance of running a Leak Test cycle for system integrity.

6.9 Lab Waste Cycle

Explains the Lab Waste cycle for sterilizing laboratory waste.

6.10 USP 660 Cycle

Describes the USP 660 cycle for glass delamination testing.

6.11 ATF 1 Cycle (Alternating Tangential Flow)

Explains the ATF 1 cycle for XCell™ ATF System sterilization.

6.12 ATF 2 Cycle (Alternating Tangential Flow)

Explains the ATF 2 cycle for XCell™ ATF System sterilization.

6.13 Decontamination (DECON) Cycle (Optional)

Details the Decontamination cycle for processing loads in BSL applications.

6.14 Liquid Air Cool Cycle (Optional)

Explains the Liquid Air Cool cycle for reducing liquid load cooling time.

6.15 Cycle Abort

Describes reasons for cycle abortion and how it is indicated.

6.16 Double Doors

Details features and functionality of sterilizers equipped with double doors.

6.17 Load Probe and Fo Sterilization (Sterilizers With Load Probe Only)

Explains the use of load probes and Fo values for sterilization time measurement.

6.18 Separate Steam Feed Option

Describes the function of the separate steam feed option for jacket control.

6.19 Options Screen

Explains how to access the Options screen for various settings and functions.

6.20 Supervisor Mode

Details how to enter Supervisor Mode for system configuration and advanced settings.

6.21 21 CFR Part 11 with Audit trails and Electronic Signatures

Details the 21 CFR Part 11 feature for record retention and traceability.

7 ALARMS

IN CYCLE ALARMS – Non-Aborting

Describes non-aborting alarms that occur while a cycle is in progress.

IN CYCLE ALARMS – Aborting

Lists aborting alarms that halt the sterilization cycle due to critical issues.

OUT OF CYCLE ALARMS

Describes alarms that can occur when the sterilizer is not actively running a cycle.

8 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

8.1 Preventive Maintenance

Emphasizes the importance of scheduled preventive maintenance by qualified technicians.

8.2 Replace Printer Paper Roll

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the printer paper roll.

8.3 Clean Chamber Drain Strainer

Details the procedure for cleaning the chamber drain strainer.

8.4 Flush Chamber Drain

Explains how to flush the chamber drain when it becomes clogged.

8.5 Spare Parts

Information on ordering replacement parts and supplies for the unit.

APPENDIX A — SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PLC SPECIFICATIONS

Lists specifications for the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) used in the system.

RTD MODULE: 4 CHANNEL INPUT MODULE

Provides specifications for the RTD module used for temperature sensing.

RELAY OUTPUT MODULE: AC OUTPUTS

Lists specifications for the AC output relay module.

DISPLAY: PANELVIEW PLUS® 7 700*

Provides specifications for the PanelView Plus display unit.

SCADA TABLE

Lists PLC tag locations for various data points used in SCADA systems.

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