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Routine Maintenance
Operator Manual
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6.4.4 Inspect Self-Cleaning
Screen
NOTE: A STERIS or STERIS-trained service technician is required to
perform this task. Contact STERIS for this service. Preventive main-
tenance is not covered under warranty.
IMPORTANT:
Intake filter requires periodic inspection and
replacement. Initial inspection is suggested once a week; user should
determine frequency thereafter.
1.
Set POWER-OFF/STANDBY switch to OFF/STANDBY. Lock
disconnect switch in OFF position and close building supply
valves.
2.
Allow unit to cool down.
3.
Remove quick disconnect clamps located directly on filter
assembly (see Figure 6-2).
4.
Remove filter cartridge by pulling straight out on handle.
5.
Brush and rinse surface of filter cartridge to remove any debris.
Inspect O-ring for damage.
6.
Rinse filter under running water.
7.
Reinsert filter cartridge. Reposition gaskets, quick disconnect
clamps, and tighten.
NOTE: Gasket should last for several inspection procedures.
When necessary, order replacement gasket (P117951-568 and
P117951-392) from STERIS.
8.
Re-energize washer utilities.
WARNING – ELECTRIC
SHOCK AND/OR BURN HAZ-
ARD: Disconnect all utilities
to washer before servicing.
Do not service washer unless
all utilities have been properly
locked out. Always follow
local occupational health and
safety regulations, as well as
electric and plumbing codes.
WARNING – BURN HAZARD:
• Allow unit to cool down
before performing any ser-
vice on mechanical compo-
nents and on piping.
Components and piping
become very hot during
operation.
• Pipes may be extremely
hot.
Figure 6-2. Self-Cleaning Screen
Self-Cleaning Filter
Quick Disconnect
Clamp
Quick Disconnect
Clamps