Amsco Evolution Series User Manual

10-6
129390199 Operator Manual Service Procedures
10.5 Floorloading
Sterilizer Door Seal
Replacement
Procedure
This procedure should be performed by a qualified service
technician. If door seal requires replacement, perform the following:
1. Allow sterilizer to cool to room temperature.
2. Remove old seal from seal groove.
3. Clean groove using a solvent, such as alcohol, and a soft cloth.
4. Clean inner surface of sterilizer door where it contacts seal.
5. Check seal groove edges for sharp surfaces. Complete the
following steps to smooth any sharp areas:
• 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:
• 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.
7. Inspect the seal for damage. Ensure splice joint is intact and
properly aligned.
NOTE: Seal has been factory pre-lubricated with Gleitmo 980. Do
not lubricate seal.
8. Lubricate seal groove
• Use Gleitmo 980 bonded coating spray (P764332814 – U.S.,
P90200015F - Europe).
• Apply first coating of lubricant and wait 30 minutes.
• Apply second coating of lubricant and wait 30 minutes.
• Install seal following instructions in Steps 9-12.
9. Place seal inside sterilizer chamber.
• During installation, prevent seal from touching floor or other
dirty surfaces.
10. Start with seal splice:
• Center seal so that splice joint is at top center of upper
horizontal groove.
• Squeeze seal flat between fingers
• Push seal into the groove (starting with splice joint)
11. Insert 1-2 inches of seal every 2 feet equally around perimeter
of seal groove.
12. Carefully install remaining uninstalled lengths of seal into seal
groove.
13. Run a short cycle to verify the seal extends and retracts
properly.
WARNING – BURN HAZARD:
Allow sterilizer and
accessories to cool to room
temperature before
performing any cleaning or
maintenance procedures.
!
CAUTION – POTENTIAL
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
HAZARD: Avoid damage to
gasket when installing.
• Carefully align gasket corners
to gasket-groove corners.
!

Amsco Evolution Series Specifications

General

Brand	Amsco
Model	Evolution Series
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English