Astell 150 Liter Front Loading Autoclave
Details
Designed to PED97/23/EC Overheat protection Insulated safety door
Cooling locks:
Alarms: Door Seal: Door:
Interlocks:
In accordance with H.S.E. PM73 preventing opening of the autoclave above 80oC. (for fluid & discard cycles)
For Cycle Fault - Cycle Interruption - Sterilize Failure - Water Low - Door Unlocked Self Energising / Service independent
The door release is interlocked by both temperature and pressure to ensure all residual pressure has completely and effectively vented to atmosphere before the doors can be opened. The door will retain its positions in the event of failure of any service. The door is thermally insulated to prevent the surface temperature presenting a hazard to operators. The surface temperature will not exceed IEC 61010 requirements. A cycle cannot start until the door is closed and locked. Steam cannot be applied to the chamber unless the door is closed and locked.
Safety interlocks are provided, and are achieved by hardware, separate from and additional to the control system. All interlocks are configured to fail-safe and to provide a signal to the control system to indicate that normal operation has been prevented, and to terminate the current cycle. The interlock system is designed so that its function can be tested during routine maintenance. The following safety interlocks are provided: ̈If the door is not closed, the steam supply to the chamber will be isolated ̈If the pressure in the chamber exceeds 0.15 bar the door will remain locked
Autoclave Safety
N.B. Please note that all Astell autoclaves are manufactured to the highest standards and in full compliance with the Pressure Equipment Directive – i.e. PED/97/23EC. Whilst all units have the necessary safety features to minimise user risk, and help ensure long term reliability, it is recommended that:
a) Routine safety checks are carried out in accordance with Astell manuals and in compliance with current pressure regulations and/or insurance requirements.
b) Autoclaves are serviced regularly by Astell or Astell trained/recommended engineers. (UK only: Please contact us for further information and costs on our range of Preventative Maintenance contracts).
It is recommended that at least 50cm is allowed on both sides and the rear of the autoclave to allow easy access for servicing and maintenance
Astell cannot be held responsible for any failed cycles that could occur as a result of non-validation of loads