Before Replacing Any Electrical Or Mechanical Componet, Unplug the Autoclave From The Outlet. If Autoclave Must Be Powered On
For Any Repair Procedures, USE EXTREME CAUTION
NAPCO 8000DSE Autoclave Troubleshooting
| Problem |
Procedure |
No Power
Temperature Light Out
Autoclave Does Not Heat |
- Check Plug, Outlet & Circuit Breaker
- Check Fuses
- Check Switches
- Check Timer
|
Steam Pressure Is Lost Water Boils Our Before Sterilization Is Achieved |
- Check Water Level At Start Of Each Cycle
- Check For Water Leaks In Tubing & Fittings
- Check Purge Systems
- Re-calibration Of Sensor Is Advised For Operation At High Elevations
|
| Temperature Light Fails To Illuminate, Autoclave Heats Normally |
Check Temperature Light |
| Time Light Fails To Illuminate |
Check Timer Light |
Autoclave Does Not Heat
Time Light Illuminated - Temperature Light Out
|
- Check Low Water Cut Off Switch
- Check Dryer Switch
- Check Autoclave Temperature Control
|
Autoclave Does Not Heat
Temperature Light Illuminated
|
Check Heating Element |
Autoclaving Temperature Control Cannot Be Achieved Or Maintained
Pressure Gauge Has A Pressure Reading
|
- Check Autoclave Temperature Control
- Check Calibration Adjustments
|
Autoclave Temperature Control Cannot Reach Maximum Or Minimum Limits
(121°C to 132°C)( +3°C) By Turning Knob
|
Check Calibration Adjustment For Temperature Control |
| Temperature Fluctuations of 4°C Or More Detected On Temperature Gauge At Preset Autoclaving Temperature |
- Check Gauges
- Check Autoclave Temperature Control
Note: 10 Minutes Should Be Allowed Between Shutdown & Restart
|
Timer Does Not Function Properly
Time Light Is Illuminated
|
Check Timer |
Drying Element Does Not Heat
Time Light Illuminated
Dryer Light Illuminated
Temperature Light Out
|
- Check Dryer Temperature Control
- Check Drying Element
|
Fan Motor Does Not Run
8000DSE Only |
Autoclave Must Be In Slow Exhaust Function |
Autoclave Runs Out Of Water
Autoclave Fails To Shut Off At Excessive Temperature Resulting In Heat Damage |
Check Low Water Cut Off Switch |
Autoclave Temperature Control Failure (Excessive Heating)
Pressure Is Relieved At Safety Pressure Of 35psi ( + 3psi
|
Check Autoclave Temperature Control |