VWR VAPOUR-Line eco 50 User manual

VWR Automatic vertical autoclaves
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
European Catalogue Number:
VAPOUR-Line eco 50 481-0665
Version: 1.5
Issued: 2nd August 2016

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Legal address of manufacturer
Europe
VWR International S.r.l.
Via San Giusto 85
20153 Milano (MI)
Italy
Tel.: [phone]-487791
http://it.vwr.com
Country of origin Italy

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Table of contents
Use of the manual 4
Safety information 4
Precautions during installation 4
Unit description 5
Working principles 6
External component description 7
Control panel description 8
Operation 8
Sterilisation parameter settings 10
Configuration parameter settings 11
Sterilisation cycle 14
Validation 15
Maintenance and cleaning 16
Temperature/pressure chart 16
Troubleshooting 17
Electrical diagram 18
Printer 19
Accessories 20
Safety precautions 20
Warranty 21
Disposal 22
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Use of the manual
Using this manual will help you to keep your instrument efficient. This manual should be kept in a place nearby
the instrument for easy reference.
Safety information
The device must be correctly installed according to these instructions before starting any operation.
Never disconnect the device by pulling the electric cable from the socket.
Immediately replace the electric cable when it becomes damaged or worn.
When removing this item when connected to an electrical system pay particular attention to the connection
cable.
Always disconnect from an electrical system when:
A. Repairing or maintenance; these operations must be carried out by qualified staff only
B. Cleaning the unit
Use original spare parts and accessories for any replacement.
Do not use this device in the presence of explosive gases.
Precautions during installation
When the electrical system socket is not compatible with device socket, replace it paying attention
to the following coded cable colours:
Grey/Black/Brown: Live - Blue: Neutral - Yellow/green: Earth
Please ensure that the voltage and frequency of the electrical system is compatible with device.
The device must be connected to a ground wire. For any question please contact an electrician.
Before starting up the device ensure that the ventilation grids are free of any obstruction.
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Unit description
General description
The VAPOUR-Line eco 50 autoclave operates by heating element and is classified as a “self-contained steam
generator”.
Operating/project conditions
Working pressure 2,1 bar
Design pressure 2,2 bar
Hydraulic test pressure 3,3 bar
Hydraulic test temperature 20 °C
Overall dimensions
Height: 1005 mm Height with open lid: 1300 mm
Width: 470 mm Width with taps 550 mm
Depth: 550 mm Depth with cable 570 mm
Weight: 60 kg
Sterilisation vessel
Total nominal volume 50 l
Water required 4 l
Sterilisation vessel description
Vertical cylindrical chamber, manufactured in AISI 316L S/S electro polished.
AISI 316L lid, covered with insulating ABS to prevent burns, equipped with a handle for a friendly open/close
operation.
Silicon cover gasket specially fitted for high temperatures.
Structure description
AISI 316L S/S square-shaped outer body.
Safety devices
The autoclave is equipped with the following safety devices:
1. Thermostatic over-heating cut-off
2. Microprocessor electronic safety; prevents total chamber overheating when temperature reaches 138 °C
3. Lid sensor
4. Electrically activated mechanical lock - prevents the lid opening if the temperature measured by the flexible
or the vessel thermoprobe is higher than 80 °C. DO NOT FORCE THE DOOR OPEN. The door can be
opened again only when both vessel and product temperature are below 80 °C
5. Shut-off safety valve when pressure gets over 2,2 bar
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