Amsco 110LS - 4.6 Optional Electric Steam Generator

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Operator Instructions Operator Manual 387366-389
4.6 Optional
Electric Steam
Generator
Carefully review SECTION 1, SAFETY PRECAUTIONS and below
before operating steam generator. If a building steam source is not
available, the sterilizer may be equipped with an electric steam
generator. The generator automatically converts water to steam
using electric heat. The steam created is then used to power the
sterilizer.
WARNING – BURN HAZARD:
• Do not attempt to open the sterilizer door if a WATER IN CHAMBER ALARM condition exists.
Call a qualified service technician before attempting to use sterilizer further.
• After manual exhaust, steam may remain inside the chamber. Always wear protective gloves,
apron, and a face shield when following emergency procedure to unload sterilizer. Stay as far
back from the chamber opening as possible when opening the door.
• Allow sterilizer to cool to room temperature before performing any cleaning or maintenance
procedures.
• Do not attempt to open the sterilizer door if a WATER IN CHAMBER ALARM condition exists.
Call a qualified service technician before attempting to use sterilizer further.
• Failure to shut off the steam supply when cleaning or replacing strainers can result in serious
injury.
• Jacket pressure must be 0 psig (0 bar) before beginning work on the steam trap.
• 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) is required. Testing is to be performed by qualified service personnel only.
• When sterilizing liquids, to prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from bursting
bottles and hot fluid, you must observe the following procedures:
- Use LIQUID cycle only; no other cycle is safe for processing liquids.
- Use only vented closures; do not use screw caps or rubber stoppers with crimped seal.
- Use only Type 1 borosilicate glass bottles; do not use ordinary glass bottles or any container
not designed for sterilization.
- Do not allow hot bottles to be jolted; this can cause hot-bottle explosions. Do not move bottles
if any boiling or bubbling is present.
WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD: This sterilizer is not designed to process flammable compounds.
WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD: Repairs and adjustments
to this equipment must be made only by fully qualified service personnel. Maintenance performed by
inexperienced, unqualified persons or installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal injury
or result in costly equipment damage.
CAUTION – POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD:
• Gasket must be fully retracted prior to operating sterilizer door.
• Do not attempt to open sterilizer door during manual operation unless chamber is at 0 psig (0 bar).
Carbon steam generators are highly susceptible to mineral scaling if
the supplied water has any level of hardness. Refer to Table 4-1 for
water quality requirements.
Important: Regardless of the hardness level of supplied water, the
generator must be flushed every day before use to prevent mineral
scaling or carryover of debris into the chamber.