Amsco RELIANCE 444 HTM User manual

UNCRATING/INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AMSCO®RELIANCE®444 HTM
SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR
(02/28/02) P-920012-041
Rev. 0

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© 2002, STERIS Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada
A WORD FROM STERIS CORPORATION
Follow each step of the uncrating/installation instructions in the
orderpresented. Openthecarton carefully to avoiddamagetothe
equipment inside. If you find any indication of damage to the
equipment (no matter how slight), show it to your supervisor.
To properly install this unit, you will need the Equipment Drawings
(previouslyfurnished),showingallutilityserviceandspacerequire-
ments. If drawings cannot be located, replacement copies may be
obtainedby writing,faxing, ortelephoning STERIS,giving the serial
and model numbers of your equipment.
Onceinstalled,equipment operation should betestedbyaqualified
service technician prior to your usage of the equipment.
If STERIS supervision is desired, for installing and starting up this
equipment, contact your local STERIS representative.
Advisory
Introduction
IMPORTANT: A listing of Safety Warnings and Cautions to be
observedwhenuncrating,installing,andoperatingthiswashercan
be found on Page 1-1 of these instructions. Do not begin uncrating/
installing this equipment until you have become familiar with this
information.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to check local occupational health and
safety regulations, as well as electric and plumbing codes, for any
special requirements that may pertain to the installation of this unit.
AnyalterationoftheequipmentnotauthorizedbySTERISEngineer-
ing Service which could affect its operation will void the warranty,
could adversely affect washing efficacy, could violate federal,
state, and local regulations, and could jeopardize your insurance
coverage.
STERIS supervision is recommended for installing and starting up
thisequipment.Contact the STERIS RegionalOfficenearest you for
availability information on this service.
Indications for Use
The Amsco®Reliance®444 HTM Single-Chamber Washer/
Disinfector is indicated for use in the cleaning and low-level
disinfection of reusable utensils, trays, glassware, bedpans and
urinals, rubber and plastic goods, simple hard-surfaced rigid
surgicalinstruments,suchasforcepsandclamps,andothersimilar
and related articles found in healthcare facilities.

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A thorough preventive maintenance program is essential to safe
and proper operation of this equipment. You are encouraged to
contact your STERIS representative concerning extended service
maintenance agreements to give your washer planned mainte-
nance, assuring equipment performance according to factory
specifications.
A global network of skilled service specialists can provide periodic
inspectionsandadjustments to assure low-costpeakperformance.
STERIS representatives can provide information regarding Annual
Maintenance Agreements.
STERIS carries a complete line of accessories for use in this
equipment. Your STERIS representative will gladly review these
with you.
Sales and Service Information: Technical Assistance:
STERIS Corporation STERIS Engineering Services
5960 Heisley Road 2424 West 23rd Street
Mentor, Ohio 44060 Erie, PA 16506
Tel.: [phone] Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Manufacturing Plant: Authorized EU Representative
STERIS Canada Corporation STERIS Limited
415, rue des Alleghanys STERIS House
Beauport (Québec) Jays Close
Canada G1C 4N4 Viables
Tel.: [phone] Basingstoke
Fax: [phone] Hampshire RG22 4AX
United Kingdom
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
STERIS Offices Worldwide:
Canada 800 661 3937
Germany 49 22 33 69990
Hong Kong 852 2 563 3623
Italy 39 01 41 590429
Japan 81 78 321 2271
Korea 82 2 517 1517
Latin America 305 442 8202
Singapore 65 841 7677
Spain 34 91 658 5920
United Kingdom 44 1256 840400
Web Site: www.steris.com
Service Information

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This Amsco®Reliance®444 HTM Single-Chamber Washer/Dis-
infector complies with the following regulations:
Governing Directive for the affixing of the CE mark:
Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC), Annex II.
Standardsappliedtodemonstrateconformitytothedirectives:
IEC-61010-1, IEC-61010-2-045, IEC-61326-1.
Compliant with the requirements mentioned in the guidance
document HTM 2030.
Introduction
Certification

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1 LISTING OF WARNINGS, CAUTIONS,
AND SYMBOLS............................................................. 1-1
Symbols ..........................................................................1-3
2 UNCRATING INSTRUCTIONS...................................... 2-1
Open Crate .....................................................................2-1
Move Equipment and Remove Skid ................................2-5
Prepare Unit for Installation .............................................2-6
Manual Opening of Door (without Electric
and Air Supplies) .........................................................2-7
Manual Opening of Door (with Air Supply) ...................2-7
3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................. 3-1
Technical Specifications .................................................3-1
Voltage, Amperage, and Power Consumption .............3-1
Permissible Environmental Conditions .........................3-1
Noise Level ..................................................................3-1
Installation Requirements ................................................3-2
Connect Utilities ..............................................................3-5
Cleanup...........................................................................3-6
4 INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ....................................... 4-1
5 OPERATIONAL TEST ................................................... 5-1
Test Procedure................................................................5-1
Dip Switches Settings ..................................................5-5
Start-up Procedure for Independent Monitor...................5-7
SECTION TITLE PAGE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents

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Thefollowingisalistingofthesafetyprecautionswhichmust be observed when uncrating andinstallingequipment.
WARNING indicates the potential for danger to personnel and CAUTION indicates the potential for damage to
equipment. These precautions are repeated, where applicable, throughout the instructions.
WARNING - PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD:
When moving the unit, use a forklift. Do not use door(s) or door handle(s) for lifting.
WARNING - LACERATION AND/OR EYE INJURY HAZARD:
Whenremovingbands,wearglovesandeyeprotection,andalwaysuseatoolspecificallydesigned
to cut the bands. The bands used to secure this carton can cause personal injury when cut and
tension is released.
WARNING - LACERATION HAZARD:
When removing bolts, wear gloves to protect your hands.
WARNING - PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD:
The chamber door is heavy. Lifting it manually may require two people.
Door lifts at high speed; keep your head, hands, or fingers away from door opening.
WARNING - BURN HAZARD:
Whencheckingtheautomaticstopfeature,wearglovesandfaceprotectionandopenchamberdoor
slowly. Hot water/steam may be sprayed through door opening if door is opened during a cycle.
Exceptfor emergency, donotopen doorwhencycle is inprogress.In anemergency,first stop cycle
by pressing the STOP/RESET touch pad and wait for water flow to stop. Wear protective gloves and
face shield whenever reaching into chamber.
WARNING - FALL HAZARD:
To prevent falls, keep floors dry. Promptly clean up any spills or drippage.
WARNING - ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD:
Fasteners and star washers are used to ensure protective bonding continuity. Always reinstall any
star washer which may have been removed during installation or servicing.
(See next page for additional Warnings and Cautions)
LISTING OF WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND
SYMBOLS 1

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WARNING - CHEMICAL BURN AND/OR EYE INJURY HAZARD:
Risk of explosion: Do not remove from pressurized lines. Do not exceed maximum temperature/
pressure specifications. Do not install/service without following installation instructions (see
sensor manual). Wear safety goggles and face shield during installation/service. Do not alter
product construction. Failure to follow safety instructions could result in severe personal injury.
WARNING - HEALTH HAZARD:
Vapors from solvents can be harmful. Use with adequate ventilation. Follow directions on the
container.
CAUTION - POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:
After utilities are connected to equipment, slowly remove the protective adhesive paper from the
exterior cabinet panels to reduce the level of static discharge.
When removing adhesives from stainless steel, use a small amount of non-flammable cleaning
solvent. Rub in a back-and-forth motion (in same direction as surface grain). Solvent rubbed in a
circular motion or applied with a wire brush or steel wool on door and chamber assemblies can be
harmful to stainless steel. Do not use solvents on painted surfaces.
Oncethree-phasepowerisconnected,checkpumpforcorrectrotation(indicatedbyarrowonpump
motor). Incorrect pump rotation may result in pump damage and improper cleaning action.
Before operating unit, always position each manifold or accessory header over a manifold
connector. If manifolds or accessory headers are not positioned correctly, damage may result and
unit will be unable to effectively wash loads.

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Symbols Symbol Definition
Symbols on the carte
Tip'N Tell Indicator
"If TIP'N TELL arrow point is blue, this package
has been on its side or tipped over in transit.
Make note on the bill of lading and check for
damage.Anyclaimsfordippingonthisnotation."
Maximum Shipping and Storing
Temperature
Maximum Humidity Level
This Side Up
Do Not Stack
Fragile
Keep Dry
Information on the nameplate
MODEL Model number of the unit
S/N Serial number of the unit
kVA Kilovolt-Ampere
V_~ Volt, Number of phase (3 or 1 [blank]),
Alternate Current
AAmpere
YEAR Year of manufacture of the unit
Hz Hertz — Frequency of the unit

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Symbol Definition
Symbols on the unit
Transfer of Heat, Hot Surface
Protective Earth (Ground)
Warning! Risk of Electrical Shock
Electrostatic Sensitive Device
Attention. Refer to Manual for Further
Instructions
Warning: Risk of explosion
Symbols
(continued)

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UNCRATING INSTRUCTIONS 2
NOTE: Unit weighs approximately 1000 lbs (454 kg). Use a forklift
to move the unit.
NOTE: Uncrate on level floor as close to installation site as possible.
NOTE: Operator Manual is enclosed in an envelope taped on the
side of the unit. Make sure appropriate person receives Operator
Manual.
1. Check Tip Indicator, located on upper left side of crate (see
Figure 2-1). Tip Indicator contains a blue compound at the
bottom of the indicator. If unit has been tipped, residue from the
blue compound will be found higher up in the indicator.
If unit has been tipped, contact your STERIS representative to
determine if a service technician is required to inspect the
equipment and determine if unit was damaged.
2. Position unit to open wooden crate from top and side. Provide a
clear work area on all sides.
3. Carefully cut and remove bands from crate. Discard bands
before continuing.
4. Remove and discard polythene wrap from crate.
5. Using a nail puller, remove and discard top wooden panel.
6. Using a nail puller, remove and discard side wooden panels.
7. Using a nail puller, remove and discard wooden crate frame.
8. Carefully remove barrier wall flanges and set aside.
9. Remove and discard shrink wrap and polystyrene wrap from
unit.
NOTE: Do not remove protective adhesive paper from the exterior
cabinet panels until after utilities are connected.
10. Open lower service access door and check tip indicator,
located inside lower service compartment (see Figure 2-2).
Tip'N Tell indicator contains a blue compound at the bottom of
the indicator. If unit has been tipped, residue from the blue
compound will be found higher up in the indicator.
If unit has been tipped, contact your STERIS representative to
determine if a service technician is required to inspect the
equipment and determine if unit was damaged.
11. Close doors to the lower service access and chemical storage
compartments.
NOTE: Do not open chamber door(s) until procedures in "Prepare
Equipment for Installation," later in this section, are performed.
Open Crate
WARNING - PERSONAL INJURY
AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
HAZARD: When moving the unit,
useaforklift. Donotusedoor(s)or
door handle(s) for lifting.
WARNING-LACERATIONAND/OR
EYE INJURY HAZARD: When re-
moving bands, wear gloves and
eye protection, and always use a
tool specifically designed to cut
the bands. The bands used to
secure this carton can cause
personal injury when cut and ten-
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Figure 2-1. Crate
Tip Indicator

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Figure 2-2.
Amsco®Reliance®444 HTM Single-Chamber Glassware Washer/Disinfector
Contactor Box
Lower Service
Access Panel
Upper Service
Access Panel
Tip Indicator
Skid
Control Panel
Main Power
Switch
Nameplate
EMERGENCY STOP
Button

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Figure 2-3. Center of Gravity
Center of
Gravity
Center of
Gravity
UNLOAD SIDE
LOAD SIDE

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Figure 2-4. Tilt Equipment (only if necessary)
Move Equipment and
Remove Skid
1. With unit still mounted on skid, use a forklift to move unit to
installation site.
If necessary, unit may be tilted extremely carefully on its left side
toaccommodatenarrowconditions.Tiltequipmentontotheside
opposite of the control column. (See Figure 2-4. Also refer to
Figure 2-3 for Center of Gravity.)
NOTE: At least four people are required to tilt unit. Unit is heavy and
center of gravity is very high (see Figure 2-3).
2. Remove four lag bolts securing unit base to skid.
NOTE: The front right-hand side lag bolt is located under the
chemical pumps compartment.
3. Remove and discard skid from under equipment. If necessary,
use a piece of plywood as a small ramp to slide unit from skid to
floor.
4. Positionunit in finallocation.Usetubingasrollersandrolltheunit
into position.
NOTE: Floorunderunitshouldbelevel. If necessary, use adjustable
legs to level unit (see Figure 2-3 for Center of Gravity).
Ref.: 920003571
skid
polystyrene
dolly
WARNING - PERSONAL INJURY
AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
HAZARD: When moving the unit,
useaforklift. Donotusedoor(s)or
door handle(s) for lifting.
WARNING - LACERATION HAZ-
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Prepare Unit for
Installation
WARNING - ELECTRICAL SHOCK
HAZARD:Fastenersandstarwash-
ers are used to ensure protective
bondingcontinuity.Alwaysreinstall
any star washer which may have
been removed during installation
or servicing.
NOTE: Do not remove protective adhesive paper from the exterior
cabinet panels until after utilities are connected.
1. Untighten screws from bottom right and left-hand corners of the
upper service access panel(s) (see Figure 2-5).
2. Remove the Upper Service Access Panel(s).
3. Remove light bulb from under HEPA filter and install on top of
unit.
Figure 2-5. Remove Upper Service Panel
HEPA Filter
Access Panel
Retaining Screws
Handle
Upper Service
Access Panel

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a.Use a flat screwdriver to pry into door side frame holes to lift
side blocks.
b.Close air supply. On bottom of washer, in the service
compartment, unplug the red hoses from both cylinders.
c. Climb a step ladder to lift door from door handle. A second
person must help lifting door from bottom. Pull out when
liftingdooruntilcompleteopening.Door must lift without any
resistance.
d.Remove the two safety pins on top of washer frame. Insert
safety pins into door and frame, on both sides of door, to
secure door into open position.
f. To manually close door, one person must hold the door and
liftslightly fromthe bottom ofthe doorwhile theother person
removesbothsafetypinsfromthedoor.Replacesafetypins
into frame.
g.Lower door pulling it out slightly until door rests onto sill.
h.On bottom of washer, connect red hoses to cylinders. Door
will close completely when electric supply and air will be
restored.
a.On load side, remove control side panel. Use a flat screw
driver to turn air pilot valve AC12 (load door) or 1AC5
(unload door) to horizontal position. Once door is open,
return air pilot valve to its initial position.
b. To close door, use a flat screw driver to turn air pilot valve
AC1 (load door) or 1AC4 (unload door to horizontal posi-
tion.) Once door is closed, return air pilot valve to its initial
position.
6. Raise control console and secure in place with retaining screws.
7. Reconnect electrical connectors to bottom of control console
and close control service panel door.
8. Discard all packing material removed during uncrating proce-
dures.
» Manual Opening of Door
(without Electric and Air Supplies)
» Manual Opening of Door
(with Air Supply)
WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY
HAZARD:Doorliftsathighspeed.
Keepyour head, hands orfingers
away from door opening.
WARNING – PERSONAL INJURY
HAZARD: The chamber door is
heavy. Lifting it manually may re-
quire two people.

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