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7800-25 Series Operations Manual 

Rev B   11-10-2020 

Page 51 of 56 

 

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 

 

The CARON chamber has been robustly designed to minimize performance problems.  

However, regular maintenance is very important for continuous trouble free operation.   

 

As a general rule, CARON recommends an annual calibration check of the temperature 

and humidity systems.  CARON offers a full range of on-site calibration and validation 

services.  We also offer preventative maintenance contracts on our equipment.  Contact 

our  Service  department  for  details  at  740-373-6809  or  visit  us  on  the  web  at 

www.caronproducts.com

. 

 

Recommended Daily Maintenance Checks 

  Check for rips or tears in door seal 

  Check and correct any alarm conditions. 

  Check inventory of H2O2 canisters and chemical indicators. 

 

Recommended Monthly Maintenance Checks 

  Check Maintenance screen for items that are about ready to be replaced. 

 

Recommended Annual Maintenance Checks

 

  Replace

 

H2O2 heater and catalyst (

see Replacement Parts section).

 

  Perform a complete calibration of the temperature and humidity systems. 

 

  A full validation is recommended for GMP facilities each time a unit is installed, moved 

or undergoes significant repair.  Contact CARON’s service department to schedule 

on-site validation.

 

 

Replacement H2O2 canisters and chemical indicator strips. 

STER309:  10 canisters of H2O2 

STER310:  50 canisters of H2O2 

STER311:  50 chemical Indicator strips 

 

Here is a list of PM Kits that are available for models and accessories covered in this 

manual. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Model

 

PM Kit

 

7800-25 

PM-7800-25 

Summary of Contents for 7800-25

Page 1: ...Sterilization Chamber Model 7800 25 ...

Page 2: ...ous quality improvement Our goal is to supply our customers with highly reliable equipment at a fair price In order to openly monitor our performance we would appreciate your feedback on our products and services If you have questions or any suggestions for improvement based on the installation or operation of the equipment you have purchased please contact our service department at www caronprodu...

Page 3: ...eries Operations Manual Rev B 11 10 2020 Page 3 of 56 Revision Log Version Date Description Rev A 09 28 2020 Initial Release Rev B 11 10 2020 Added ALRM302 DLOG301 OUTP303 as standard No other options available ...

Page 4: ...necting Alarm Contacts Connecting Analog Outputs Operation 19 Using the Keypad Learning the Touch Screen Learning the Screen Saver Preparing for H2O2 Sterilization Cycle Starting H2O2 Sterilization Cycle Canceling an In Process Sterilization Cycle Info Button Sterilization Cycle Aborted Operation of the Data Logging System Calibration 37 Calibrating the Temperature Calibrating the Humidity Calibra...

Page 5: ...ce the Buzzer Muting the Buzzer Alerts 45 Alert System Overview Maintenance Info 49 Info System Overview Advanced Features 50 Setting the time day Door Heat Model Details Preventative Maintenance 55 Specifications 56 Troubleshooting 57 Spare Replacement Parts 58 Appendix A Declaration of Conformity 60 ...

Page 6: ...not covered by this warranty prior to initiation of any such repairs NOT COVERED Calibration of control parameters Improper installation including electrical service gas and water supply tubing gas supplies room ventilation unit leveling facility structural inadequacies or ambient conditions that are out of specification Cost of express shipment of equipment or parts Any customer modifications of ...

Page 7: ...arranty prior to initiation of any such repairs NOT COVERED Calibration of control parameters Improper installation including electrical service gas and water supply tubing gas supplies room ventilation unit leveling facility structural inadequacies or ambient conditions that are out of specification Cost of express shipment of equipment or parts Any customer modifications of this equipment or any...

Page 8: ... of risk of fire Corrosive liquid can damage as soon as they touch the skin eyes respiratory tract digestive tract or metal Oxidizing gases Class 2 may be toxic or corrosive Avoid exposure inhalation eye or skin contact or swallowing and dose they could harm the body Irritant skin and eyes Skin Sensitizer allergic response following skin contact Acute Toxicity can cause organ damage from single sh...

Page 9: ...ology in H2O2 Sterilization chambers Before using the equipment familiarize yourself with key components of the product and thoroughly read this manual Power Switch side 7 Full Color HMI Adjustable Sliding Shelf 3 Pane Glass Door Illuminated CARON Logo Door Interlock H2O2 Canister Housing Temperature Humidity Sensors Leveling Feet Casters ...

Page 10: ...0 of 56 SECTION 2 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW CONTINUED Menu Home Screen Menu Screen Status Bar Navigation Pane indicates menu depth Current screen indicator Submenu categories Day Time Buzzer Door Lock icon Information Display Zone Start Sterilization Cycle Process ...

Page 11: ... details For detailed instructions on how to safely remove the chamber off the shipping pallet see document located on the chamber Choosing a Location To ensure proper operation the unit must be located on a firm level surface capable of supporting approximately 600 pounds The unit should be located in an 18 C to 25 C ambient area and where there is no direct airflow from heating and cooling ducts...

Page 12: ...on chamber includes 4 wire stainless steel shelves Each shelf requires two shelf channels for installation The left and right shelf tracks are the same Prior to installation take time to consider what the size of the product being placed in the chamber will be and set the shelf spacing accordingly Additional shelving can be purchased through CARON customer service if necessary The chamber should b...

Page 13: ...iddle shelf of the chamber Adjust the leveling feet until the unit sits level left to right and front to back Even if the unit is level without adjustment the leveling feet should still be lowered to avoid the cabinet moving while opening and closing the outer door prevent a flat spot from forming on the casters ...

Page 14: ... 15 2 230V 60Hz 8A FLA NEMA 6 15 3 230V 50Hz 8A FLA CEE 7 7 When the required electrical connection is available plug the provided power cord into the unit and the electrical outlet The mains power supply cord must meet the requirements listed above The use of an inadequate mains power supply cord could result in equipment failure or personal harm to the user In the event of a power outage the uni...

Page 15: ... NO normally open output a NC normally closed and COM common connection In the event of an alarm condition or power failure the NO contact will close and the NC contact will open Once the alarm is cleared the contacts return to their normal conditions Insert the appropriate wire into the terminal and tighten down the screw terminal on top of the connector Terminal Connection Unit off Normal Alarm ...

Page 16: ...ayed temperature humidity and H2O2 values These options can be used for connection to in house data acquisition recorder or alarm system The temperature parameter only is adjustable in its scaling and is accessable at the Analog Output screen Parameter Voltage Current Corresponding Value Temperature 0 5 V 4 20 mA 0 100 C adjustable Humidity 0 5 V 4 20 mA 0 100 RH H2O2 0 5 V 4 20 mA 0 1000 ppm Defa...

Page 17: ...eries Operations Manual Rev B 11 10 2020 Page 17 of 56 Connect shielded wires to the appropriate signal terminals I for current mA or V for voltage DC For both current and voltage outputs COM is common terminal ...

Page 18: ...ompleted Chamber is properly installed and level The appropriate power connected to the chamber With the above mentioned steps complete the power switch located on the right side near the top of the unit exterior can be turned on Here is an overview of the home screen Menu Status Bar Day Time Buzzer Door Lock Information Display Zone Start Sterilization Cycle Process ...

Page 19: ...t changing the value The Clear Clr button erases the value that you have entered After you have entered the value that you want pressing the Enter Ent button and the new value will take affect This also closes the keypad window Other keypad buttons include a decimal point button and negative button If an invalid numeric button is pressed such that it would create an entry above the parameter s ran...

Page 20: ...n Saver button on this will automatically enter screen saver mode after 15 minutes At this time the screen will be completely blank ie black The illuminated Caron logo see Equipment Overview section shows that the unit is powered on and functioning To wake up the touchscreen simply press anywhere on the touchscreen and the main screen will display If the unit has an alarm condition the touchscreen...

Page 21: ...cal attention and follow these first aid guidelines Inhalation Seek fresh air If victim s breathing is difficult administer oxygen If breathing is absent give artificial respiration and seek medical attention immediately Eye Contact Remove contact lenses if present Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention Skin Contact Flush skin with plenty of ...

Page 22: ...Lift up green handle on sterilization housing Step 4 insert H2O2 canister into receptacle and press firmly into place The tension clips should firmly hold the cup in position Step 6 Insert new chemical indicator strip into clip Close door CAUTION Wear eye face and skin protection before removing lid from H2O2 canister DO NOT PUNCTURE THE FOIL SEAL ON THE H2O2 CANISTER IF SEAL IS DAMAGED OR LEAKING...

Page 23: ...n audible click sound which is the Door Interlock safety engaging The chamber begins the Condition Stage with a 30 second warmup During the Cycle the Door Interlock safety is engaged when cycle is complete icon changes to unlocked position and the door can be opened Note During the Sterilization Process you will hear different sounds motor running exhaust fans and occasional click sound which is c...

Page 24: ...ton on the screen The door interlock will disengage The sterlized items can be removed from chamber CAUTION Wear eye face and skin protection before removing the H2O2 canister Properly remove and discard empty H2O2 canister Canceling an In Process Sterilization Cycle This applies after the 30 second warm up stage Durng the Sterilzation Cycle if the cycle needs to be cancelled press the Cancel butt...

Page 25: ...2nd time then the Sterilization Cycle will be aborted The system will stop adding H2O2 in the chamber The Sterilization Cycle immediately goes to the Inactivation Stage removing any residual H2O2 that may be in the chamber before the Sterilization Cyle was aborted The Info button appears in the Status Bar indicating that the the Sterilization Cycle was manually aborted Info Button ...

Page 26: ...Series Operations Manual Rev B 11 10 2020 Page 26 of 56 Press the Info button and a pop up window appears informing the user of what action was taken When this is complete press the Done The door can be opened ...

Page 27: ...tton is pressed then the Sterilization Cycle will continue as normal When the Inactivation Cycle is complete the orange indicator line will be at the End of the cycle Press the Done button on the screen Items can be removed from chamber Properly remove and discard empty H2O2 canister ...

Page 28: ...and therefore may not reflect the actual date and time the file was created Data is logged every 5 minutes provided the chamber is on more than 10 years of data can be stored in memory If the internal memory fills up new data overwrites the oldest data File name format is DATE START YYYY MM DDTHH MM_ csv hours in 24 hour time When the chamber is on the chamber s history data is being stored even w...

Page 29: ...storage USB icon appears in in Status bar indicating that data is being written to flash drive To retrieve the data press the Eject button then insert the flash drive into a computer to upload the data Upon re insertion of the flash drive a new csv file is created even if the old file is still present File name nomenclature is DATE START YYYY MM DDTHH MM_ csv History Retrieval Select the Auto Expo...

Page 30: ...of time to upload the file will depend on the file size When the Info button disappears from the status bar press the Eject button to safely remove the flash drive Now the data can be uploaded to a computer for viewing When using the Continuous Logging of Data method nothing on the touchscreen has to be setup However using the History Retrieval method will require going into the USB screen to sele...

Page 31: ...USB button When the Auto Export button is selected this will retrieve the data starting at the point of the last download and continuing to the present time When the All Data button is selected this will retrieve data starting at the point of the last download and continuing to the present time USB Button ...

Page 32: ...is being downloaded to the flash drive Once Info icon stops flashing select the Eject button Wait until the USB icon disappears to safely remove the flash drive from the USB port Note Press the Eject button before removing the flash drive from the chamber otherwise there could be the risk of corrupt data Here is a graphic to illustrate how the data retrieval works Eject button Info button USB flas...

Page 33: ...O2 vapors present If you do not have the appropriate reference instruments to perform calibration contact CARON s service department for on site calibration at www caronproducts com Caron also provides validation services which ensure that the unit is functioning properly according to IQ OQ and PQ protocols which satisfy FDA guidelines for qualification verification of equipment The Calibration Sc...

Page 34: ...e button Calibration screen appears Calibrate Button Temperature Offset Calibrate Button Humidity Offset Calibrate Button Heat Resistance Calibrate Button Current Temperature Current Humidity Typical heater calibration reisitance value shown for reference only Actual value will vary ...

Page 35: ...s geometric center Be sure that the stabilization times described earlier have been satisfied prior to performing calibration At the calibrate screen press the Temperature Calibrate button Enter the temperature offset by using the keypad and pressing Enter when complete A positive value will move the temperature up and a negative value down Press the home button and verify the proper temperature i...

Page 36: ...en satisfied prior to performing this calibration A positive value will move the humidity up and a negative value down Press the home button and verify the proper humidity is displayed Humidity calibration example If the chamber humidity display reads 50 and the calibrated independent sensor shows 53 set the humidity offset value to 3 0 If the calibrated independent sensor shows 44 then the entere...

Page 37: ...layed H2O2 Level High high level of H2O2 inside of chamber Power Loss Cycle Aborted In the event an alarm occurs the alarm indicator will appear on the status bar and an audible alarm pop up window will automatically appear In the event of a power loss or turned off at power switch the unit will automatically restart when the power is restored or the switch is on The Sterilization Cycle will run a...

Page 38: ...7800 25 Series Operations Manual Rev B 11 10 2020 Page 38 of 56 The flashing Alarm icon will appear on the status bar Alarm icon Audible Buzzer ...

Page 39: ...dicator and the audible alarm will automatically turn off unless there is another alarm condition The Power Loss alarm will clear when the Inactivation cycle is finished and Done button is pressed To check what the alarm condition is press the Alarm button on the status bar and the alarm window will be displayed If the Silence button has already been pressed the Silence button will be greyed out I...

Page 40: ...he buzzer will silence it until manually un muted This is different than silence in the fact that silence can only be enabled when an alarm condition is present When the buzzer is muted the alarm icon continues to flash and the remote alarm contacts optional remain in the alarm state To mute the buzzer Press the Menu button Press the Buzzer Mute button Menu Button Buzzer Mute button Buzzer icon Bu...

Page 41: ...7800 25 Series Operations Manual Rev B 11 10 2020 Page 41 of 56 The Buzzer Mute button toggles to the on position and the speaker icon changes to Buzzer Muted icon ...

Page 42: ...arm condition When an Alert notification occurs contact www caronproducts com with the serial number of the chamber to order preventative maintenance kit s There are two different types of Alerts Maintenance and Operational Maintenance Alerts H2O Heater Catalyst Check Equipment Calibration is Due Operational Alerts H2O2 Low Temperature Low Notification occurs via an Alert icon on the status bar Wh...

Page 43: ...up window disappear Resetting Maintenance Alerts Maintenance Menu Screen lets users check to see how much time is remaining on an item that may need routine service or calibration This is very convenient to inform the user that a particular item will need to have service performed soon After service has been completed the item needs reset and the alert will disappear Press the Menu button ...

Page 44: ...enance item is displayed on the Alert screen it will continue to be present as an icon in the Status Bar until the Maintenance item is corrected and the Reset button is pressed resetting the replacement time to new status Press the Home button to return to the main screen Maintenance items Time left until service is required Reset button ...

Page 45: ...lization Cycle Cancelled by Operator that cannot be switched on and off by the user but is controlled automatically by the software of the control system This notification cannot be disabled it only lets the user know the chamber s current status Notification occurs via an Info pop up icon on the status bar When the Info icon is pressed a pop up window will display the Info condition s The Info ic...

Page 46: ...time clock that keeps track of the day and time It is set at the factory to Eastern Standard Time and may need to be adjusted for your time zone To keep the clock accurate it will need to be adjusted manually for daylight savings time changes To set the day time Press the Menu button Press the Day Time button Menu Button Day Time Button ...

Page 47: ...PM Press AM PM button and the words for AM and PM will toggle back and forth To set the Day of the Week press the Day of the Week button This button will scroll through the days of the week press until the abbreviated letters correspond to the actual day of the week Press the Setup button to go back to the previous and setup other parameters or Press the Home button to return to the main screen Ho...

Page 48: ...ttings are Manual at 100 This means the door heater is on 100 of the time This can be changed to a lower setting depending on the ambient temperarture where the chamber is located Follow the steps below to change the door heat output From the Menu screen press the Door Heater button In Manual mode the door heater is a fixed output value Door Heater Button Auto Manual Button Door Heat Percent Butto...

Page 49: ...ature is high the door heater will automatically throttle back The output percent is a scale factor of the overall air heat output percentage If condensation is present on the glass door under stable condition then increase the door heater percentage value To change the output percent value Press the Door Heat Percent button Enter the value by using the keypad press the enter button when complete ...

Page 50: ...board and any options the unit may have If you have questions contact the Service Department at 740 373 6809 or www caronproducts com for details To access the Model Details Press the Menu button From the menu Press the Model Details button to view the chamber s configuration Menu Button Model Details Software revisions Model Number System Functions Options ...

Page 51: ...rs in door seal Check and correct any alarm conditions Check inventory of H2O2 canisters and chemical indicators Recommended Monthly Maintenance Checks Check Maintenance screen for items that are about ready to be replaced Recommended Annual Maintenance Checks Replace H2O2 heater and catalyst see Replacement Parts section Perform a complete calibration of the temperature and humidity systems A ful...

Page 52: ... D x 53 H 81cm x 69cm x 134cm Dimensions Interior Construction Type 304 2B Finish Solid Stainless Steel Exterior Dimensions 36 W x 33 D x 77 H 90cm x 85cm x 196cm Exterior Construction Cold Rolled Steel Powder Coated Work Space 25 Cu Ft 708 Liters of Shelves 6 standard Shelf Construction Type 304 Wire Stainless Steel Electro polished 20lbs support Shelf Dimensions 29 3 W x 26 5 D 74 4cm x 67 3cm M...

Page 53: ... H2O2 canister present in H2O2 Canister Housing H2O2 canister fluid level full H2O2 canister outdated expired check date code on side H2O2 heater failed check Maintenance screen Problem The interlock activates while the door is open or not fully closed Physically push up on the lock plunger returning it to the unlocked position Close the door and re start the sterilization cycle Problem The interl...

Page 54: ...shall only be serviced by trained personnel approved by Caron Products SPARE REPLACEMENT PARTS General Part Number Description BLW 112 Blower Wheel CTR 140 Main Controller Board MTR 130 Blower Motor POW 115 24V DC Power Supply POW 121 48V DC Power Supply SOL 206 2 Coil Solenoid Door Lock CRD 113 Power Line Cord 115V 60Hz CRD 114 Power Line Cord 230V 60Hz CRD 104 Power Line Cord 230V 50Hz Temperatu...

Page 55: ...w blow Options Related Part Number Description Feature MEM 103 USB Flash Drive USB data logger WIR 102 20 3 conductor shielded wire Remote alarm contacts ID Description 115V 230V 60 230V 50 SW1 Main circuit breaker CBR 116 12A CBR 115 10A CBR 115 8A FUS1 Heater fuse FUS 103 10A FUS 104 5A FUS 104 5A ...

Page 56: ... of the following European Union Directive s using the relevant section s of the normalized standards and related documents shown EMC EN 61326 CISPR 11 2004 Class B Laboratory Equipment Immunity Measurement Control requirements Performed according to EMC Directive 2004 108 EC IEC CISPR 11 1997 A1 1999 A2 2002 EN 55011 1998 A1 1999 A2 2002 FCC CFR47 Part 18 Safety EN 61010 1 Safety requirements for...

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