Steris Amsco Eagle 3000 Series Sterilizers Operating instructions

Brand: Steris

Model: Amsco Eagle 3000 Series Sterilizers

Type: Operating instructions

OPERATOR MANUAL

Amsco® Eagle® 3000

Small and Medium Steam Sterilizers

(04/15/09) P150829-001

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Introduction and Table of Contents Operator Manual 150829-001

A WORD FROM STERIS CORPORATION

This manual contains important information on proper use of this sterilizer. All

personnel involved in the use of this equipment must carefully review and

comply with the warnings, cautions and instructions contained in this

manual.

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. A STERIS representative will gladly review these

with you.

A summary of the

Safety Precautions

to be observed when operating this

equipment can be found in

SECTION 1

of this manual. Do not operate the sterilizer

until you have become familiar with this information.

Any alteration of the sterilizer not authorized or performed by STERIS which

could affect its operation will void the warranty, could adversely affect

sterilization efficacy, and could violate federal, state, and local regulations and

jeopardize your insurance coverage.

Advisory

A thorough preventive maintenance program is essential to safe and proper

sterilizer operation. You are encouraged to contact STERIS concerning our

Annual Maintenance Agreements. Under the terms of this agreement, preven-

tive maintenance, adjustments and replacement of worn parts are done on a

scheduled basis to assure equipment performance at peak capability and to

help avoid untimely or costly interruptions. STERIS maintains a global staff of

well equipped, factory-trained technicians to provide this service, as well as

expert repair services. Contact STERIS and refer to the

SERVICE AND M AINTENANCE

PROCEDURES

manual for details.

Service Information

Indications for Use

Amsco® Eagle® 3000 Small and Medium Sterilizers are designed for steriliza-

tion of certain materials used in healthcare facilities, and are available in two

configurations:

•Gravity - designed for sterilization of non-porous, heat- and moisture-

stabile goods, and sterilization of items intended for immediate use.

Gravity sterilizer is equipped with a Gravity cycle.

•Prevacuum - designed for fast, efficient sterilization of porous, heat- and

moisture-stabile materials, in addition to the same sterilization capabilities

as a Gravity sterilizer. Prevacuum unit is equipped with Prevacuum,

Gravity, Vacuum Leak Test, and Dart® (Daily Air Removal Test) cycles.

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If there is any doubt about a specific material or product, contact the

manufacturer of the product for the recommended sterilization technique.

This sterilizer is not designed to process flammable liquids or compounds.

The Eagle 3000 Series Steam Sterilizer is available in the following configu-

rations:

Gravity Prevacuum

Series 3011 Series 3013

16x16x26" 16x16x26"

(406x406x660 mm) (406x406x660 mm)

Series 3021 Series 3023

20x20x38" 20x20x38"

(508x508x965 mm) (508x508x965 mm)

Series 3031 Series 3033

24x36x36" 24x36x36"

(610x914x914 mm) (610x914x914 mm)

Series 3041 Series 3043

24x36x48" 24x36x48"

(610x914x1219 mm) (610x914x1219 mm)

Series 3051 Series 3053

24x36x60" 24x36x60"

(610x914x1524 mm) (610x914x1524 mm)

STERIS offers the Amsco Eagle 3000 Small and Medium sterilizers with

multiple default cycle parameters (see next page). These represent the most

common cycles used in healthcare applications. STERIS provides these

cycles for ease of configuration. It is the user's responsibility to confirm

configuration prior to use and to validate efficacy by use of biological

indicators. Reference AAMI Guidelines/Standards for a guide to qualifying

sterilization cycles and to ensure that proper sterility assurance level (SAL) as

well as moisture retention acceptance criteria are met.

Manufactured by:

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

www.steris.com

The base language of this document is

ENGLISH. Any translations must be

made from the base language

document.

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SMALL GRAVITY STERILIZERS (Series 3011 and 3021):

Default Recommended Sterilize Sterilize Dry Time

Cycles Load Temp Time

FLASH Unwrapped instrument tray 270°F 3 minutes 1 minute

with a single instrument (132°C)

FLASH Unwrapped instrument tray 270°F 10 minutes 1 minute

with a single instrument (132°C)

GRAVITY Up to two double-wrapped 270°F 15 minutes 30 minutes

instrument trays, max (132°C)

weight 17 lbs (7.7 kg)

GRAVITY Fabric Packs 250°F 30 minutes 15 minutes

See Table 2

(121°C)

MEDIUM GRAVITY STERILIZERS (Series 3031, 3041, and 3051):

Default Recommended Sterilize Sterilize Dry Time

Cycles Load Temp Time

GRAVITY Full Load, Instrument Trays 270°F 15 minutes 30 minutes

See Table 2

(132°C)

GRAVITY Full Load, Fabric Packs 270°F 30 minutes 15 minutes

See Table 2

(132°C)

GRAVITY Full Load, Instrument Trays 250°F 30 minutes 30 minutes

See Table 2

(121°C)

GRAVITY Full Load, Fabric Packs 250°F 30 minutes 15 minutes

See Table 2

(121°C)

SMALL PREVACUUM STERILIZERS (Series 3013 and 3023):

Cycles Recommended Sterilize Sterilize Dry Time

Default Load Temp Time

FLASH Unwrapped instrument tray 270°F 3 minutes 1 minute

with a single instrument (132°C)

FLASH Unwrapped instrument tray 270°F 10 minutes 1 minute

with a single instrument (132°C)

EXPRESS Single-wrapped instrument 270°F 4 minutes 3 minutes

tray with a single (132°C)

instrument. Non-porous

goods only.

PREVAC Up to two double-wrapped 270°F 4 minutes 20 minutes1

instrument trays, max (132°C)

weight 17 lbs (7.7 kg)

Continued. . .

Five minute Dry Time can be used for processing a single fabric pack.

Table 1. Sterilizer Cycle Values

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Table 2. Maximum Chamber Load by Sterilizer Chamber Size

Chamber Size Instrument Trays Fabric Packs

16 dia. x 26" 22

(406 dia. x 406 mm)

16 x 16 x 26" 24

(406 x 406 x 660 mm)

20 x 20 x 38" 26

(406 x 406 x 965 mm)

24 x 36 x 36" 918

(610 x 914 x 914 mm)

24 x 36 x 48" 12 30

(610 x 914 x 1219 mm)

24 x 36 x 60" 15 36

(610 x 914 x 1524 mm)

MEDIUM PREVACUUM STERILIZERS (Series 3033, 3043, and 3053):

Default Recommended Sterilize Sterilize Dry Time

Cycles Load Temp Time

PREVAC One Fabric Pack 270°F 4 minutes 5 minutes

(132°C)

PREVAC Double-wrapped instrument 270°F 4 minutes 20 minutes

trays max weight 17 lbs (132°C)

(7.7 kg). Fabric Packs

See Table 2

GRAVITY Full Load, Fabric Packs 250°F 30 minutes 15 minutes

See Table 2

(121°C)

GRAVITY Full Load, Fabric Packs 250°F 30 minutes 15 minutes

See Table 2

(121°C)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Title Page

1 Listing of Safety Precautions ....................................................... 1-1

2 Component Identification .............................................................. 2-1

2.1 Printer ............................................................................................................................ 2-2

2.2 Optional Integral Steam Generator .............................................................................. 2-3

2.3 Operating End Control Panel........................................................................................ 2-4

2.4 Cycle Selector Touch Pads .......................................................................................... 2-5

2.5 Reset Function ............................................................................................................. 2-6

2.6 VALUES Touch Pads .................................................................................................... 2-6

2.7 Non-Operating End Control Panel (Double-Door Sterilizers) ....................................... 2-6

2.8 Manual Door Operation ................................................................................................. 2-6

2.9 Power Door Control Touch Pads (Optional) ................................................................. 2-7

2.10 Optional Power Door Operation .................................................................................. 2-7

2.11 Manual Operation of Optional Power Door ................................................................ 2-7

2.12 Information Regarding Fuses ..................................................................................... 2-8

3 Techniques of Sterilization ........................................................... 3-1

3.1 Special Information Regarding the Express Cycle ..................................................... 3-2

3.2 Special Information Regarding the Flash Cycle .......................................................... 3-3

3.3 Preparing Instruments for Flash Cycle Sterilization .................................................... 3-3

3.4 Control Measures For Verifying Sterilization Process ................................................. 3-4

3.4.1 Biological Monitors .............................................................................................. 3-4

3.4.2 Testing for Prevacuum Efficiency ......................................................................... 3-4

3.5 Dart (Bowie-Dick) Test .................................................................................................. 3-4

3.6 Vacuum Leak Test ........................................................................................................ 3-5

3.7 Recommendations for the Sterilization Process.......................................................... 3-5

4 Cycles and Cycle Values ............................................................... 4-1

5 Sterilizer Operation ........................................................................ 5-1

5.1 Before Operating the Sterilizer.................................................................................... 5-2

5.2 Preparing Loads for Sterilization Cycles ..................................................................... 5-4

5.3 Guidelines for Placement of Various Loads ................................................................ 5-4

5.4 Unloading the Sterilizer ................................................................................................ 5-5

5.5 Loading Car Instructions: Loading .............................................................................. 5-6

5.6 Loading Car Instructions: Unloading ........................................................................... 5-6

5.7 Loading/Unloading Sterilizer: Rack and Shelves ........................................................ 5-7

5.8 Automatic Operation: Gravity Cycle ........................................................................... 5-8

5.9 Automatic Operation: Prevacuum Cycle ................................................................... 5-10

5.10 Automatic Operation: Flash Cycle .......................................................................... 5-12

5.11 Automatic Operation: Express Cycle ...................................................................... 5-14

5.12 Vacuum Leak Test (Prevacuum Units Only) ............................................................ 5-16

5.13 DART (Bowie-Dick) Test (Prevacuum Units Only) ................................................... 5-18

6 Appendix – Liquids Cycle ................................................................ 6-1

6.1 Automatic Operation: Liquids Cycle ........................................................................... 6-1

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 2-1. Amsco® Eagle® 3000 Smal and Medium Sterilizers ................................................ 2-1

Figure 2-2. Optional Integral Steam Generator ........................................................................... 2-3

Figure 2-3. Control Panel ............................................................................................................. 2-4

Figure 2-4. Non-Operating End Control Panel............................................................................. 2-5

Figure 2-5. Power Door Operation ............................................................................................... 2-7

Figure 5-1. Control Locations ...................................................................................................... 5-1

Figure 5-2. Chamber Rack and Shelves ..................................................................................... 5-7

Figure 5-3. Typical Printout – Gravity Cycle ............................................................................... 5-8

Figure 5-4. Typical Printout – Prevacuum Cycle ........................................................................ 5-10

Figure 5-5. Typical Printout – Flash Cycle ................................................................................. 5-12

Figure 5-6. Typical Printout – Express Cycle............................................................................. 5-14

Figure 5-7. Typical Printout – Leak Test .................................................................................... 5-17

Figure 6-1. Open Door One Inch (25.4 mm) ............................................................................... 6-2

Figure 6-2. Typical Printout – Liquid Cycle.................................................................................. 6-3

Description Page

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1. Sterilizer Cycle Values ...................................................................................................... v

Table 2. Maximum Chamber Load by Sterilizer Chamber Size ..................................................... iv

Table 4-1. Sterilizer Cycle Values .............................................................................................. 4-1

Table 4- 2. Maximum Chamber Load by Sterilizer Chamber Size ............................................. 4-2

Table 6-1. Minimum Recommended Exposure Times for

Full Load of Autopour® Flasked Solutions — Liquid Cycles Only ...................................... 6-1

Description Page

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The following

Safety Precautions

must be observed when operating or servicing this sterilizer. WARNING indicates the

potential for personal injury and CAUTION indicates the potential for damage to equipment. For emphasis, certain

Safety Precautions are repeated throughout the manual. It is important to review ALL

Safety Precautions

before

operating or servicing the unit.

Strictly following these

Safety Precautions

enhances your ability to safely and effectively utilize the unit and helps the

customer avoid improper maintenance methods which may damage the unit or render it unsafe. It is important to

understand that these

Safety Precautions

are not exhaustive; customers are encouraged to develop their own safety

policies and procedures to enhance and complement these

Safety Precautions

WARNING – ELECTRIC SHOCK AND BURN HAZARD:

Disconnect all utilities to sterilizer before servicing. Do not service the sterilizer unless all utilities have been

properly locked out. Always follow OSHA Lockout-Tagout and electrical safety-related work practice standards.

(See CFR 1910.147 and .331 through .335.)

WARNING – BURN HAZARD:

Sterilizer, rack/shelves and loading car will be HOT after cycle is run. Always wear protective gloves and apron

(also face shield if processing liquids) when removing a processed load. Protective gloves and apron should

also be worn when reloading sterilizer following previous operation.

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.

A steam supply malfunction, identified by an audible (warble tone) and visual alarm, can cause the sterilizer

chamber to fill with scalding water.

• Do not open the door.

• Call for service immediately.

The water sensing system will not function if electrical power is not available (display is blank). During this time

a steam supply malfunction can cause the chamber to fill with scalding water. If the unit is operated manually:

• Unlock the door slowly.

• Re-tighten door if water leaks past the door gasket and call for service immediately. Do not attempt to operate

this sterilizer until repairs have been completed by a skilled, trained service technician.

It is inappropriate for a healthcare facility to sterilize liquids for direct patient contact.

After manual exhaust, steam may remain inside the chamber. Always wear protective gloves, apron and a face

shield when following emergency procedure to unload the sterilizer. Stay as far back from the chamber as

possible when opening the door.

When sterilizing liquids, to prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from bursting bottles and hot fluid,

you must observe the following procedure:

• 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 I borosilicate glass bottles. Do not use ordinary glass bottles or any container not designed

for sterilization.

• Avoid sudden full opening of door at end of cycle. Open sterilizer door no more than one inch and wait at

least 10 minutes before unloading sterilizer.

• 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.

• Allow bottles to cool to touch before attempting to move them from sterilizer shelf or tray(s) to the storage

area..

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WARNING – BURN HAZARD (Continued):

It is inappropriate for a healthcare facility to sterilize liquids for patient contact.

Do not process flammable liquids.

WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD:

Do not process flammable liquids.

This sterilizer is not designed to process flammable liquids or compounds.

WARNING –SLIPPING HAZARD:

To avoid slippery floor conditions, immediately wipe up any spilled liquids or condensation in sterilizer loading

or unloading area(s).

WARNING – STERILITY ASSURANCE HAZARD:

Load sterility may be compromised if the biological indicator or air 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.

According to AAMI standards, a measured leak rate greater than one mm Hg/minute indicates a problem with

the sterilizer. Refer the situation to a qualified service technician before using the sterilizer further.

It is inappropriate to sterilize liquids for direct patient contact.

The Flash Cycle is intended to process unwrapped items intended for immediate use in the Eagle 3000 Series

Small Sterilizers. The Flash Cycle is not intended for use in the Eagle 3000 Series Medium Sterilizers.

The Flash Cycle is not intended for processing porous items.

The Express Cycle is intended to process unwrapped items intended for immediate use in the Eagle 3000 Series

Small Sterilizers. The Express Cycle is not intended for use in the Eagle 3000 Series Medium Sterilizers.

The Express Cycle is only intended for use with single-wrapped instrument tray with a single instrument in the

Eagle 3000 Series Small Sterilizers. The Express Cycle is not intended for use in the Eagle 3000 Series Medium

Sterilizers.

The Express Cycle is not intended for processing porous items (except tray wrappers).

WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD:

When closing the chamber door, keep hands and arms out of the door and ensure opening is clear of

obstructions.

Regularly scheduled preventive maintenance is required for safe and reliable operation of this equipment.

Contact your STERIS service representative to schedule preventive maintenance.

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.

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CAUTION – POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:

On medium sterilizers equipped with power door option, ensure shift handle is in either the extreme right (POWER)

or left (MANUAL) position at all times. Placing handle in an intermediate position could damage drive system of

door.

Never use a wire brush, abrasives or steel wool on door and chamber assembly. Do not use cleaners containing

chloride on stainless-steel surfaces. Chloride-based cleaners will deteriorate stainless steel, eventually leading

to failure of the vessel.

Do not use cleaners containing chlorides on loading cars. Chloride-based cleaners will deteriorate the loading

car metal.

Sterilization of chloride-containing solutions (e.g., saline) can cause chamber corrosion and is not recommended

by the manufacturer. If, however, chloride-containing solutions must be processed, clean the chamber after each

use.

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Symbol Definition

Transfer of Heat, Hot Surface

Steam Energy

Sterilizer Door Open/Close

Protective Earth (Ground)

Electrostatic Sensitive Device

Locked Cycle or Setup Options

Unlocked Cycle or Setup Options

Attention, Consult Manual for Further Instructions

A Amperage Rating of the unit

V Voltage Rating of the unit

~ Alternating Current

kW Power Rating of the unit

Hz Frequency of the unit

fPhase of the unit

Definition of

Symbols

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Figure 2-1. Amsco® Eagle® 3000 Small and Medium Steam Sterilizers

Medium

Sterilizer

Small

Sterilizer

STATUS

1 2 3 4 RESET

CYCLE

Display Window

Control Panel

Cycle Selector

Touch Pads

Lower

Access Door

(Storage Rack

for Printed

Materials on

Inside)

Water Supply

Steam Generator

(Electric Models

Only)

Chamber

Door

HI-LO

Steam

Control

Main

Power

Switch

Chamber

Pressure/

Vacuum

Gauge

Jacket

Pressure

Gauge

Water

Supply

Valve

Lower

Access Door

(Storage Rack

for Printed

Materials on

Inside)

Main

Power

Switch

Chamber

Door

Jacket

Pressure

Gauge

Chamber

Pressure/

Vacuum

Gauge

Upper

Access

Door

HI-LO

Steam

Control

Steam

Supply

Valve

Water

Supply

Valve

Steam

Supply

Valve

Printer

Door (Lowered

Position)

Cycle Printout

Stage 3™™

™™

™ Control Column

Upper

Access

Door

Power

Switch

Printer

Function

Switch

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

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Become familiar with all control locations and functions before operating the

sterilizer (see Fig. 2-1).

• Main Power Switch - -

- -

- behind upper access panel on small units and

behind lower access panel for medium units. Provides power to control

column. This switch should be left on at all times. (This switch does not

control power to optional electric steam generator.)

• Sterilizer Control Power Switch - located behind the printer door.

This switch is used to switch the sterilizer control between Standby

and Ready conditions (Standby mode is usually used at night when the

sterilizer is not being operated). It also controls the optional integral

steam generator.

Located behind the upper access panel are the following:

• Water Supply Valve - provides cold water supply to sterilizer; must

be open for sterilizer operation.

• Steam Supply Valve - provides steam supply to sterilizer; must be

open for sterilizer operation.

• HI-LO Steam Control Valve - regulates steam pressure; factory set

at: HI - for 270°F (132°C) cycles; LO - for 250°F (121°C) cycles.

• Chamber Pressure/Vacuum And Jacket Pressure Gauges - show

respective steam pressure and chamber vacuum levels.

• Power Door Control Touch Pads - will only be found on units

equipped with a power door.

Refer to Figure 2-3

. Printer records all cycle data on 2-1/4 inch wide, single-ply

thermal paper. See Service and Maintenance Procedures (P129362-976) for

paper ordering information and for paper changing procedure.

• Printer Function Switch

(located behind printer door) controls two printer

functions - print and print values:

Print – Press top of Printer Function switch to obtain a complete

duplicate printout of the last previous cycle (when unit is not in cycle)

or to obtain a printout of current cycle phase and conditions (when unit

is in cycle).

Print Values – Press bottom of Printer Function switch to obtain a

printout of all currently set cycles and cycle values. (Press only when

unit is not in cycle.)

2.1 Printer

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Figure 2-2. Optional Integral Steam Generator

Generator Water

Supply Valve

The optional integral steam generator (if present) is located in the space below

the sterilizer chamber (on Small Series Sterilizers only). See

SERVICE AND

MAINTENANCE P ROCEDURES

(P129362-976).

• Generator Water Supply Valve – this valve should always be open. Ensure

that it is open before attempting to operate the sterilizer.

• Generator Drain Valve – this should be opened once a day, while the

generator is at room temperature, to flush the generator of residual solids

(present in most water) that may have accumulated in the generator's boiler.

After the boiler has been flushed ensure the drain valve is closed. Refer to

instructions in

SERVICE AND M AINTENANCE P ROCEDURES

(P129362-976).

2.2 Optional Integral

Steam Generator

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Refer to Figure 2-3.

The Operating (load) End Control panel is used to start

cycles, set cycles and cycle values, and obtain status printouts. The operating

end has:

• Display Window - displays cycle status and control messages on a 2-line

x 20-character display.

• Cycle Selector Touch Pads 1, 2, 3, and 4 - for selecting and starting

preset cycles; accessible when sliding door is in lowered position.

• RESET Touch Pad - for resetting control, and terminating cycles quickly;

accessible when sliding door is in lowered position.

• VALUES Touch Pads - for changing cycles and cycle values; accessible

when sliding door is in raised position.

Display Window

Control Panel

Door (Lowered

Position)

Cycle Printout

RESET

Touch Pad

Cycle Selector

Touch Pads

Printer

Function

Switch

STATUS

1 2 3 4 RESET

CYCLE

Power

Switch

2.3 Operating End

Control Panel

When not in cycle and sterilizer is not in the Ready mode, the display shows a

brief status of the sterilizer:

… DOOR UNLOCKED, or

… NOE (Non-Operating End) DOOR UNLOCKED, or

… BOTH DOORS UNLOCKED

Figure 2-3. Control Panel

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STATUS

When not in cycle and sterilizer is in the Ready mode, the display alternately

shows available cycle selections … (example):

1. PREVAC 3. GRAVITY

2. PREVAC 4. GRAVITY

and

TIME T= XXX

(TIME OF DAY) P= XXX

When cycle is in progress, display shows cycle status and information. In the

event of an abnormal condition the display and printer will alert the operator. See

Section 5 of the Service and Maintenance Procedures (P129362-976) for a full

list of alarm conditions.

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”. The control panel located at the unloading door

is referred to as the “Non-Operating End Control”. A single door sterilizer is

equipped with an “Operating End Control” only.

NOTE: Except for the presence of the printer (which is only present at the

Operating End Control of the unit), control panels at both ends of the unit are

similar and each can be used to start or abort the cycle.

Non-Operating

End Control

Panel

Chamber

Pressure

Gauge

Display Window

Figure 2-4. Non-Operating End Control Panel

Cycle

Selector

Touch

Pads

Four touch pads, numbered 1 through 4, are located below the display window.

These touch pads are used to select the cycle to be run. The type of cycle that

can be selected by the touch pad is shown on the display, next to the number

on the pad. For example, 1=PREVAC (on the display) means that by pressing

the #1 touch pad a Prevac cycle can be selected.

Pressing a touch pad once selects the cycle, pressing the same touch pad

twice, within five seconds, confirms selection and starts the cycle.

2.4 Cycle Selector

Touch Pads

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The RESET touch pad is used to abort a cycle and put the control into a known

condition. See Figure 2-3 for location of this touch pad.

If you push the wrong cycle selector touch pad when starting a cycle, proceed

as follows:

1. Press RESET touch pad to abort cycle. Display will show … ABORT ... and

the printer will record time RESET touch pad was pressed and will print

ABORT ... (time of day).

2. Wait until display shows … time of day.

3. Press touch pad for correct cycle and printer will record cycle selected and

proceed through correct cycle.

These touch pads are accessed by raising the sliding door located beneath the

display window and cycle selector touch pads. The VALUES touch pads are

used for changing the operating values used by cycles, changing the cycles

displayed on the main cycle selection menu, and for changing the operating

settings of the sterilizer. For more details on using these keys see Section 4 of

the Service and Maintenance Procedures (P129362-976).

The non-operating (unload) end control panel features four cycle selector touch

pads and RESET touch pad. Display window concurrently shows the same

message as shown in display window on the operating end of the sterilizer.

Cycle values cannot be changed from the non-operating end.

••

• Cycles can be started or reset using the four cycle selector and

RESET touch pads.

••

• Cycle status and control messages are concurrently shown on a 2-line

x 20-character display.

• Medium sterilizers also have control of optional power door.

A handwheel operates the manual door for locking or unlocking. Door can be

swung open or closed from the unlocked position.

••

• To open door from locked position — rotate handwheel counterclock-

wise as far as it will go using normal hand pressure and swing door

open by hand.

••

• To close and lock door from open position — swing door closed by

hand and rotate handwheel clockwise as far as it will go using normal

hand pressure.

NOTE: Should the door not at first unlock, turn door wheel slightly clockwise,

press the center black button, then again turn door wheel counterclockwise

and open. Turn handwheel to extreme left to bring ends of holding arms inward

so that they will not strike door frame when door is opened or closed.

2.6 VALUES Touch

Pads

2.7 Non-Operating

End Control Panel

(Double-Door

Sterilizers)

2.5 Reset Function

2.8 Manual Door

Operation

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These touch pads are only visible on the control when sterilizer is equipped with

a power door. Note also that when the sliding door is in the up position, when

accessing the VALUES touch pads, the power door control pads will be

covered by the sliding door. For more details about using these pads, refer to

SECTION 2.10, OPTIONAL P OWER D OOR O PERATION

NOTE: Door motion stops whenever a resistance is encountered and motion

resumes when resistance is removed.

Door movement on sterilizers equipped with power door(s) is controlled by four

touch pads located on the control panel (four touch pads are also located on

the non-operating end control panel of double door units). Touch pads are

labeled CLOSE, LOCK, UNLOCK/OPEN and STOP (refer to Fig. 2-5) and

perform the following:

• CLOSE - press to swing the door closed.

• LOCK

- press to lock door (from closed position) or to close and lock

door (from open position).

• UNLOCK/OPEN - to open door from the locked position, press once

to unlock the door and press again to open the door.

•STOP

- press to stop movement of door at any time. Press the desired

movement control to resume operation of the door.

Power doors may be manually operated as follows:

1. Pull shift handle to left to engage handwheel (see Fig. 2-5). If handwheel

does not engage, turn it slowly while maintaining a slight pressure to the left

on the shift handle.

2. Operate door as described in

SECTION 2.8, MANUAL D OOR OPERATION.

NOTE: To return to power operation, push shift handle back to the right while

pressing the LOCK or UNLOCK/OPEN touch pad to ease engagement of gears.

2.9 Power Door

Control Touch Pads

(Optional)

2.10 Optional Power

Door Operation

2.11 Manual

Operation of

Optional Power Door

CAUTION – POSSIBLE

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE: On

medium sterilizers equipped

with power door option, en-

sure shift handle is in either

the extreme right (POWER)

or left (MANUAL) position at

all times. Placing handle in

an intermediate position

could damage drive system

of door.

Figure 2-5. Power Door Operation

2-8

150829-001 Operator Manual Component Identification

2.12 Information

Regarding Fuses

This unit contains no operator replaceable fuses. Refer to

ILLUSTRATED P ARTS

BREAKDOWN

(P129362-978) and

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE PROCUEDURES

(P129362-976) for further information.

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Steris Amsco Eagle 3000 Series Sterilizers Operating instructions

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Model: Amsco Eagle 3000 Series Sterilizers

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