ASP STERRAD 100, Service Manual

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Low pressure in injection.
Problem/Condition
Possible bad cell in cassette or partially clogged vaporizer cap.
Action
Check customer log to determine if there is an ongoing problem in this
area. Additional customer training may be necessary.
Low pressure in injection. Call ASP
Technical Service.
Problem/Condition
F
For the second consecutive cycle, the pressure did not rise above 6
Torr at the end of the injection stage.
F
After adjustments the highest reading obtainable is approximately
5.35 Torr.
Action
F
Clean the vaporizer plate.
F
Clean the injector valve vaporizer bowl or cap.
F
Run an empty chamber cycle. Injection pressure must be above 8.5
Torr.
F
Check for peroxide running down the sides of the injector valve and
interfering with heater contact.
F
Make sure the heater is plugged in and voltage is 24 VAC.
F
Inspect the injection subsystem for malfunction including possible
dissolved outer coating due to excessive hydrogen peroxide contact.
F
Replace the injector valve.
System Messages Using System Messages
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