FVA/A1 STERILIZERS
FVA/A1 STERILIZERS
FVA/A1 STERILIZERS
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1. Model<br />
2. Serial number<br />
3. Year of manufacture<br />
4. Code of notified body for<br />
97/23/CE directive<br />
5. Code of notified body for 93/42<br />
directive (if applicable)<br />
Figure 3.3 – CE identification plate<br />
3.4. KEY COMPONENTS OF THE MACHINE<br />
The sterilizer is composed of the following main components:<br />
- sterilization chamber;<br />
- lid and sealing system;<br />
- cabinet of technical area;<br />
- electrical system;<br />
- electrical panel;<br />
- hydraulic and pneumatic system;<br />
- electronic process controller with integrated operator panel;<br />
- electric compressor for gasket pressurization;<br />
- steam generator with built-in supply pump;<br />
- condensate heat recovery system;<br />
- product loading/unloading devices.<br />
� NOTE<br />
Please refer to the technical manual of the machine for a detailed description of these components.<br />
<strong>FVA</strong>/<strong>A1</strong> - OPERATION AND<br />
MAINTENANCE MANUAL<br />
3.5. MAIN ADDITIONAL (OPTIONAL) COMPONENTS OF THE MACHINE<br />
The basic configuration of the sterilizer can be fitted with a series of optional components (kits).<br />
� NOTE<br />
Please refer to the technical manual of the machine for further information on additional component kits.<br />
3.6. CONTROL AND MONITORING DEVICES<br />
The sterilizer is controlled by means of a system constituted by a PLC. The PLC manages the main actuation systems, supervises<br />
and monitors the hardware that constitutes the machine, and organizes the activation of the operating sequences (phases) that relate<br />
to the specific programmed sterilization “cycle”.<br />
The PLC, also termed “process controller” CVB2000 hereafter, has been developed specifically to ensure automatic operation of<br />
Fedegari’s saturated-steam vertical sterilizers of the <strong>FVA</strong>/<strong>A1</strong> series. The system is based on a SITEK PLC, which is integrated into<br />
the operator panel, to which it is connected by means of a serial port. It is extremely simple to use even for personnel lacking<br />
information technology skills and allows to start and control the sterilization cycle stored in memory. All information regarding the<br />
cycle is also printed by a small optional process printer, which is located below the operator panel.<br />
The machine is also provided with control/monitoring components, which complement the tasks of the PLC independently of the PLC<br />
itself for certain control/monitoring functions.<br />
ID no. 85693 Rev. 2 12 / 31 July 2005