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Pressure out of range. Call ASP Technical
Service.
Problem/Condition
F
For the second consecutive cycle, pressure did not stabilize within
the range of 475 mTorr to 525 mTorr after 5 minutes or was out of
range more than 60 seconds.
or
F
Pressure did not stabilize within the range of 475 mTorr to 525
mTorr after 5 minutes or was out of range more than 60 seconds
Action
F
Check the RF system.
F
Perform a leak back test
F
Test the throttle valve.
F
Perform the vacuum RF test and verify that pressure is stable during
the test.
F
Check the capacitance manometer.
F
Replace the throttle valve.
Pressure out of range. Repackage load.
Restart sterilizer.
Problem/Condition
Pressure did not stabilize within the range of 475 mTorr to 525 mTorr
after 5 minutes or was out of range more than 60 seconds.
Action
F
Inspect the load for linen or cellulose items.
F
Repackage the load.
F
Restart the sterilizer.
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