Sterilemax Table Top Steam Sterilizer

MAINTENANCE
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Warning
Pressurized steam will be discharged
when the relief valve is
opened. To prevent burns, place a
steam barrier (such as a rolled
towel) around the opening in the
back of the unit. To prevent burns,
wear gloves or use an extension
device if it becomes necessary to
operate the pull ring.
Note
In the event that you have lost the
supplied drain tubing, you can
drain the reservoir as follows:
1. Tilt the front of the sterilizer up
until you can access the small
panel on the bottom front of the
sterilizer, beneath the drain
assembly.
2. Remove the screws securing the
panel. Remove the panel.
3. Have a suitable container prepared
for the water in the reservoir.
Disconnect the reservoir drain
tube from the quick disconnect fixture
on the front of the sterilizer.
The reservoir will drain.
Note
Do not add more than 7 liters of
water to the reservoir after cleaning.
Monthly Maintenance
Pressure Relief Valve Check
To ensure that the pressure relief valve is functioning properly,
you must have a qualified person check the valve each
month.
The pressure relief valve is located on the pressure
line in the back of the unit and is accessed through a round
access hole in the back panel. A suitable tool (screwdriver,
rod, etc.) will be needed to test the pressure valve.
1. Run a sterilize cycle at 135°C (275°F) without a
load in the chamber.
2. Allow the pressure in the chamber to reach 30 psi
(206 kPa).
3. Insert a suitable tool through the access hole and
push the lever on the pressure relief valve. Push
the valve lever away from the valve to open the
valve. Hold the valve open for 3 seconds. Steam
should discharge freely.
4. Release the valve lever. The steam discharge
should cease entirely.
5. After checking the valve, turn the sterilizer off by
pressing "Stop" to prevent overheating.
If the valve malfunctions, the valve must be replaced.
Cleaning Reservoir
1. The reservoir drain assembly is located on the
lower right front side of the sterilizer cabinet. Place
a suitable container below the drain assembly.
Connect the drain adapter and tube to the drain
assembly and drain the reservoir into the container.
2. When the reservoir is empty, wipe out the inside of
the reservoir with a clean, lint-free cloth. Take care
not to push debris back into the water line.
3. Refill the reservoir with distilled or low quality
deionized water (minimum 0.5 megohms/cm, maximum
1.5 megohms/cm) and replace the reservoir
cover.