Aqua Phase AQ-1500 User manual

Medical Equipment Washer
Operating Manual
AQ-1500
Your Aqua Phase Includes the Following Options:
READ ALL MATERIAL PRIOR TO OPERATION
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Disinfectant Application System
Utility Wash Trays
Front Safety Window
Lighted Wash Chamber
Pressure Sensor
Air Blower
Digital Temperature Display
Wheel Rotation System
Multi-size Wheel Rotator
Other __________________

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Aqua Phase carries a complete line of supplies and parts and a variety
of cleaning, rinse, and disinfectant solutions specifically formulated and
chosen to work with your Aqua Phase machine.
Order your solutions, supplies, or parts by calling your dealer or Aqua
Phase at 800-208-9274 or 715-463-5851.
CA UTION & NOTICES
DO:
DO:
DO:
Read this operations manual and follow all instructions.
Call your dealer, sales representative, or the factory with any questions,
need for more information, or to order supplies for your Aqua Phase
Washer.
Wear Personal Protective Clothing
DO NOT: Operate the machine without all the filter screens in place.
DO NOT: Climb into the Wash Chamber.
DO NOT: Wash any item with unsealed electrical components unless IP 65 rated
or higher.
DO NOT: Perform any type of service operation unless the machine is unplugged.
DO NOT: Use an extension cord between the wall outlet and the machine.
DO NOT: Try to modify the machine in any manner without factory approval.
DO NOT: Operate the machine in high foot traffic areas.
DO NOT: Use garden hoses for the fill and drain hoses.
DO NOT: Operate the machine unless you have been properly trained to do so.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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Switch Options/Function
“STOP” Button When pressed, will stop all Aqua Phase wash functions
“START” Button Must be pressed to start any Aqua Phase wash function
Allows you to select the length of wash:
WASH TIME Selector Switch
“3 MIN” = Three minute wash cycle
“5 MIN” = Five minute wash cycle
“7 MIN” = Seven minute wash cycle
“RUN/DRAIN” Selector Switch “RUN”: Set to “RUN” to wash an item.
“DRAIN”: Set to “DRAIN” to drain the water in the machine.
*WASH MODE Selector Switch
The water should be drained when you are done washing for
the day or if you relocate the machine. In order for the
“DRAIN” function to work, the Wash Mode switch must be
set to “CLEAN & DISINFECT” or “CLEAN ONLY”.
“CLEAN & DISINFECT”: When this mode is selected, Aqua
Phase will perform a complete wash and rinse for the time
specified on the WASH TIME Selector Switch. It will then
automatically apply disinfectant solution
“CLEAN ONLY”: When this mode is selected, Aqua
Phase will perform a complete wash and rinse cycle for the
length of time specified on the WASH TIME Selector
Switch. It will not apply disinfectant.
“DISINFECT ONLY”: When this mode is selected, Aqua
Phase will apply disinfectant solution only. It will not wash
or rinse.
GENERAL INFORMATION
CONTROL PANEL SWITCHES
& FUNCTIONS
*Wash Mode selection is part of the
Disinfectant Application System
option if purchased.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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GENERAL INFORMATION
FILTERS & SCREENS
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GENERAL INFORMATION
RECOMMENDATIONS &
REQUIREMENTS
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BASIC SET-UP PROCEDURES
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If Aqua Phase has been transported during freezing weather, allow the Aqua Phase to warm for 4-6 hours
before running.
1. Read all Aqua Phase instructions and operations material
2. Remove Aqua Phase from pallet
3. Move Aqua Phase to location of operation. Ensure that Aqua Phase is level
4. Remove items packed inside the Wash Chamber for shipping (hoses, optional racks, trays, and
chemical solutions will often be packed inside the Wash Chamber).
5. Connect the Fill Hose using supplied hose.
•DO NOT USE A GARDEN HOSE.
•Only use hoses rated for 150° F or higher for both fill and drain connections.
6. Connect the drain hose.
•The drain end of the hose MUST BE HIGHER than the drain hose connection on the
washer. See Fill and Drain Line page for information.
•Drain hose must be securely fastened to the drain.
7. Once the Fill and Drain connections are secure, slowly turn on your hot water supply and inspect for
loose connections.
8. For standard 120-volt operation, connect Aqua Phase to a standard 20 AMP electrical service
•Press the reset button located on the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) in the power cord.
•DO NOT use a power extension cord between the wall outlet and the Aqua Phase
9. With Special Ordered 240-volt configuration, the end user must make the final connections and
provide the cord plug. Press the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) reset button.
Electrical line inlet
Electrical connection J-box
inside Mechanical Cabinet
Due to the variety of receptacle and connection types as well as local codes and regulations, all
electrical connections should be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with local codes
and regulations.
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Warning:
Wear Protective Clothing When Working With Any Chemicals.
Warning:
Consult the material safety data sheets located in the
back of this manual and your company’s
hazardous substance policy before handling any chemicals.
Key to Aqua Phase chemical solution hoses:
•The RED hose is for Detergent/Cleaning Solution.
•The BLUE hose is for Rinse-Aid.
•The CLEAR hose is for Disinfectant, if installed.
NOTE: If Disinfection Application System is installed, the disinfectant injection rate is preset at
the factory for a dilution rate of 1 oz. per gallon of water. Contact the factory if adjustment of the
injection rate is necessary.
3. On the control panel at the front of the machine:
4. Close the front door.
5. Press the “START” button. The “START” button is located on the control panel at the front of the
machine.
•Allow Aqua Phase to run a two complete cycles before washing any items.
If Aqua Phase does not start, see the "TROUBLESHOOTING: Will not start” section of this manual or
call the factory for support.
BASIC SET-UP PROCEDURES
(Continued)
1. Place Chemical Solutioins in the Chemical Tray (located inside the Chemical Cabinet at the rear of the
Aqua Phase) as the locations marked "DETERGENT" and "RINSE-AID".
2. Remove chemcial bottle caps and place the appropriate colored hoses in bottle openings RED hose for
Detergent/ BLUE hose for Rinse-Aid. Do not dilute solutions.
•Set the "WASH TIME" switch to "3 MIN".
•Set the “RUN/DRAIN” switch to “RUN”.
•Set the wash mode switch to "CLEAN & DISINFECT" or "CLEAN ONLY" if no disinfectant
application system is installed.
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FILL & DRAIN LINES
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HOSES
A SET OF (2) 10’ LONG HOT-WATER RATED HOSES ARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR AQUA
PHASE WASHER SYSTEM. If needed, 25’ hot-water rated hoses are available from Aqua Phase at
additional cost.
•The Aqua Phase Washer System has female, garden hose style connectors.
•One hose is for filling the washer (Fill Line) and is connected to your water supply .
•One hose is for draining the washer (Drain Line).
FILL LINE CONNECTION
•The Aqua Phase System is designed with a built-in Fill Line Air-Gap.
•See “Fill Line Options” diagram page for Water Supply options/methods.
DRAIN LINE CONNECTION
•The Aqua Phase System should be drained according to local plumbing codes.
oTHE END OF THE DRAIN HOSE MUST BE HIGHER THAN THE DRAIN
CONNECTION TO AQUA PHASE SYSTEM.
oIf the Drain Hose is run directly to a floor drain, water will siphon out of the Aqua Phase
during operation.
•Typically, the Drain Hose will run to a stand pipe or utility sink (similar to a home washing
machine set-up). Use of standpipe is recommended. See “Drain Line Options” diagram page.
Please check with your local building codes for stand-pipe requirements. A standpipe should be a
minimum of 2” diameter with a minimum height of 32”.
•The drain hose must be secured at the drain to prevent a whipping action.
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FILL LINE OPTIONS
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DRAIN LINE OPTIONS
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Message One Run mode selected.
•Doors closed.
•Ready to start.
Message Two Drain mode selected.
•Doors closed.
•Ready to start.
Message Three Machine filling for wash cycle
•Run mode selected.
•Doors closed.
•"Start" button pushed.
Message Four Machine is in Wash Cycle.
•Machine done filling for
wash cycle.
•Detergent solution
automatically injected.
•Wash cycle will be for time
selected (3,5, or 7 minutes)
CONTROLLER INFORMATION
Message Five
•Wash water is being drained.
OR
•Drain mode selected and
"Start" button pushed.
Machine done with wash cycle. Machine beginning Rinse cycle.
•Wash cycle complete
•Wash water drained. Machine
is filling with fresh water for
Rinse cycle.
Message Seven Message Eight
Message Nine
Disinfectant Application System Running (Option)
•Fresh water mixed with
disinfectant solution.
•Item in Wash Chamber sprayed
with solution.
1. "Clean & Disinfect" Selected
before wash cycle started. Wash
& Rinse cycle done.
2. "Disinfect Only" selected &
"Start" button pushed.
Message Ten
Machine is in rinse cycle.
•Machine done filling for
----- rinse cycle.
•Rinse solution
automatically injected.
Rinse cycle will be for
approximately 1.5 minutes.
Machine completed selected operation.
Front door of Wash
Chamber must be opened
before next operation can
begin.
**After Wash Cycle, prior to
start of the draining of wash
water.**
•Is float is free of debris?
•Is float is operating properly?
Message Six
Check Low Level Float
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•Item removed/loaded.
•Wash Chamber inspected
for debris.Safety switches
operational.

OPERATING PROCEDURES &
WASH SEQUENCE
1. Load the item to be washed into wash chamber and close the front door.
For Aqua Phase units equipped with the Wheelchair Wheel Rotation System:
a. For washing wheelchairs - position the front, small diameter wheels into the Wheel Carriage loading
rack, tip the wheelchair forward, and slide it into the wash chamber until the rear, large diameter
wheels rest between the two drive bars closest to the door.
b. For washing items other than wheelchairs - it is recommended that you use the Equipment Rack for
easy loading, positioning, and unloading.
2. Select the "WASH TIME" (3, 5, or 7 minutes) on the control panel if your Aqua Phase is equipped with
variable wash times. Choose the length of wash time based on the condition of the item to be washed.
3. Set the "RUN/DRAIN" switch on the control panel to "Run".
4. Select the wash mode ("Clean & Disinfect", "Clean Only," or "Disinfect Only") on the control panel if your
Aqua Phase is equipped with the Disinfectant Application System.
5. Push the "START" button on the control panel.
Operating Procedures
1. The current status of the Aqua Phase system ("Wash cycle", "Rinse cycle", "Cycle complete", etc.) will be shown
on the LCD display of the control panel.
2. After pressing the "START" button, the computer will check to see if there is water in the water reservoir. If the
reservoir is not full of water, Aqua Phase will automatically fill to the appropriate level. The reservoir holds
approximately 5.5 gallons.
3. When the reservoir is full, the pump will start and begin the wash cycle, spraying the item being washed. AQ-240
Cleaning Solution is automatically injected shortly after the wash cycle begins.
4. The Aqua Phase will now be in the wash phase, and will continue for the wash time selected of 3, 5, or 7 minutes.
5. When the wash phase is complete, the dirty wash water will be pumped out of the Aqua Phase to the drain.
6. Aqua Phase will automatically refill to the appropriate level with fresh water.
7. After the reservoir is filled with water, the pump will start and the Aqua Phase will begin the rinse phase. The
AQ-260 Rinse Agent is automatically injected shortly after the rinse phase begins. The rinse cycle will last for
approximately 90 seconds.
8. If you have the Disinfectant Application System, the cycle will automatically begin if CLEAN & DISINFECT
was selected.
To Drain the Machine Manually:
During normal automatic operation, the rinse water remains in the machine and will be the wash water for the next
item placed in the chamber. If you choose, you may drain the rinse water prior to beginning the next wash cycle.
•Set the "RUN/DRAIN" switch to "DRAIN".
•Push the "START" button. The machine will drain the water.
•Prior to beginning the next wash cycle, set the "RUN/DRAIN" switch to "RUN".
•When the next wash cycle begins, the machine will automatically fill with fresh water for the wash phase
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Aqua Phase Wash Sequence Description

DISINFECTANT APPLICATION
SYSTEM (option)
Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the disinfectant solution that you
choose to use including dwell time, application, removal, and proper handling of the
disinfectant.
If Aqua Phase AQ-1000 has the Disinfectant Application System option installed. The
Disinfectant Application System allows you to automatically apply a disinfectant solution. The
disinfectant solution that you choose to use with the Aqua Phase Disinfectant Application
System, and the proper use of that disinfectant solution is responsible for the level of
disinfection results that you achieve.
Disinfectant Solution:
•The Disinfectant Application System is preset at the factory to apply disinfectant at the rate
of 1 ounces per gallon of water.
•Your Aqua Phase uses 100 to 110 ounces of water per disinfectant cycle.
•Aqua Phase can provide disinfectant solutions specifically formulated or chosen to work
with your Aqua Phase. You may order your solutions by calling your dealer or Aqua Phase
at
800-208-9274.
Disinfection Application System Operating Instructions:
•Be sure that you are using a 1-ounce per gallon disinfectant. If not, see the notes below.
•Place a one (1) gallon container of your disinfectant solution in the Chemical Tray
(located inside the Chemical Cabinet at the rear of the Aqua Phase).
oInsert the CLEAR hose into the disinfectant container.
oClose the Chemical Cabinet door.
•At the front of the Aqua Phase, select the desired WASH MODE (“Clean Only”, “Clean
and Disinfect”, or “Disinfect Only”).
Note:
If you choose to use a disinfectant that calls for a different dilution rate, Aqua Phase can be modified to
accommodate that rate. For information on how to accomplish this modification, please call the factory
for assistance or review the “Dema” technical information included with this manual.
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Start-up Procedures:
1. Check that the Aqua Phase Washer is connected to a water supply and that the water supply is
turned on. Then confirm the Aqua Phase Fill and Drain Hose Connections are properly connected
and secure.
2. Check the Primary Filter Screen inside of the Aqua Phase Reservoir to make sure you have a
clean Primary Filter Screen. Make sure that the screen is put back in place properly.
3. Check the chemical supply levels, by looking in the Chemical Cabinet – located in the back, or
side, of your Aqua Phase Washer.
4. Plug in the Aqua Phase and press the ‘Reset’ button located on the GFCI plug.
Operating Procedures
1. Load the item to be washed into the Wash Chamber, then close and latch the front door.
2. Set the ‘Wash Time’ (3, 5, or 7 minutes) selector switch, located on the Control Panel, to the
desired wash time.
3. Set the ‘Run/Drain’ selector switch to ‘Run’.
4. Select the Wash Mode  Only if your Aqua Phase Washer is equipped with the Disinfectant
Application System feature.
5. Push the green ‘Start’ button located on the Control Panel. Aqua Phase Washer will now fill with
water & begin the cycle selected.
6. When cycle is complete, open door of washer.
**Cation when opening the door-steam will come out of the door. The door and the item washed
may be hot to the touch right away.
Optional Step: Place a drying mat on the floor by the Aqua Phase Washer Door to soak up water
when you remove items from the washer.
7. Take the items out of the washer. On drying mat, tip the wheelchair on its handles to let the water
on the seat run off.
8. Push the red ‘Stop’ button at any time during the cycles if problems arise.
Shut-Down Procedures:
1. When you are finished for the day, set the ‘Run/Dry’ selector switch to ‘Drain’.
2. Press the green ‘Start’ button to completely drain the water out of the washer. Door has to be
closed.
3. Open the door and clean the debris from the Primary Filter Screen – located just inside on the
bottom of the Wash Chamber. Make sure the Filter Screen is put back in place properly.
4. Wipe clean the High Water Level Control (located inside, on the bottom of the Washer Chamber)
clean.
5. Wipe the Low Water Level Control (located inside, on the bottom of the Wash Chamber) clean.
6. Turn off the water supply to the Aqua Phase Washer.
7. Un-plug the Aqua Phase Washer form the wall/power supply.
8. Open the front door of the Aqua Phase Washer if it will be a couple of days before next use.
DAILY OPERATIONS
PROCEDURES
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DAILY OPERATIONS LOG
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WEEKLY, MONTHLY &
ANNUAL OPERATING
PROCEDURES
Weekly (or as needed):
1. Inspect the front door gasket for wear or damage. Replace if necessary.
2. Check the Spray Nozzles & Level Sensors (located inside the Wash Chamber) for clogging. Clean if
necessary.
3. Check that the Drain through Hinged Reservoir Screen is clean & in place. Located at the bottom, inside
the Wash Chamber.
4. Check the Power Cord for any wear or damage. Test and reset the GFCI in the Aqua Phase Power Cord.
(If the Power Cord appears to be damaged in any way, do not operate the Aqua Phase.)
5. Use deliming agent to reduce scale build-up if needed. Contact Aqua Phase to order AQ-725 Deliming
Solution.
Monthly:
WARNING--Wear Personal Protective Gear/Clothing when working with ANY chemicals.
1. Perform the deliming process using the Aqua Phase, AQ-725 Deliming Solution. The instructions are in
the Aqua Phase manual, and printed on the AQ-725 Deliming Solution bottle.
2. If included in the water supply line to your Aqua Phase, change the Filter Element that is inside the Water
Filter Housing.
3. For Infection Control reasons, if possible change/switch the manufacture, brand, or type of concentrated
disinfectant that you are using to Aqua Phase every 30-days.
Semi-Annual:
WARNING--Wear Personal Protective Gear/ Clothing when working with ANY chemicals.
1. Confirm the Disinfectant Concentrate Solution suction rate. (This should be ¾ to 1 ounce of Disinfectant
Concentrate Solution suctioned into the Aqua Phase per‘Disinfectant Only’ cycle performed.)
2. Inspect, check and adjust the Drive Chains of the wheelchair, Wheel Rotation System.
3. Inspect, check and change (as needed) the Wheel Cleaning Brushes of the Wheel Rotation System.
4. Inspect and replace if needed, the Primary Filter Screen.
Annual:
Complete the Annual Aqua Phase Re-Validation Check Report. (The Check List/Report is available from Aqua
Phase upon request). Re-Validation is completed for you as part of an Aqua Phase Service Agreement.
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