Steris Amsco 400 Series (Medium)

The Steris AMSCO 400 Series medium steam sterilizers are designed for sterilization of materials used in healthcare facilities. The sterilizers are designed for fast, efficient sterilization of items for immediate use. The Amsco 400 Series sterilizers are designed to be fast, efficient sterilization of heat and moisture-stable materials in addition to sterilization of items for immediate use. The 400 series sterilizers are equipped with prevacuum, gravity, leak test, and daily air removal test cycles.

• Touch-screen with 30-line x 40-character display area.
• Ink-on-paper impact printer.
• Help screens for programming and troubleshooting alarm conditions.
• Automatic check of the control program and cycle data maintains process integrity.
• Service reprogrammable flash ROM memory.
• Available with an optional water-saving electric vacuum pump.
• Vertical sliding door with hands-free loading and unloading capability.
• Foot pedal activated door opening and closing.
• Non-lubricated, steam-activated door seal.

Unit Dimensions

• Height: 74.5 in. (189.1 cm)
• Width: 30 in. (76.2 cm)
• Depth: 45.63 in. (115.9 cm)
• Maximum Operating Weight: 1230-1726 lbs (558-782 kg)

Chamber Dimensions

• Height: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
• Width: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
• Depth: 38 in. (96.5 cm)

Insulation

• One-inch thick, asbestos-free spin-glass (rated at 500°F [260°C] continuous) encompasses the exterior of the sterilizer vessel and is sealed in an oil and water resistant outer jacket.

Vacuum System

• Water ejector reduces chamber pressure during prevacuum and post-drying phases. Air is drawn from the chamber through the vacuum system. Following dry phase, chamber vacuum is relieved to atmospheric pressure by admitting air through a bacteria-retentive filter.

Water Saving Controls

• The Amsco 400 Series includes a condenser RTD to control the amount of water used in condensing the exhausted chamber steam. Control software minimizes the amount of water used to cool condensate.

Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTD)

• RTD are installed for sterilizer temperature control. The chamber drain line RTD senses and controls temperature variations within the sterilizer chamber. A jacket RTD provides temperature control within the jacket space. These RTD signals, converted into electrical impulses, provide accurate control inputs and readouts throughout entire cycle and minimizes utilities usage.

User-Programmable Cycle Names

• Allow for load specific naming of cycles. These cycle names are displayed and printed in addition to the factory-default cycle type and aid in identifying the proper cycle to be used with a specific load.

Hinged Front Cabinet Panel

• Fully opens for convenient access to sterilizer piping and control.

Software Calibration

• Performed in the Service Mode, accessible through the touch-screen displays, and accomplished using external or internal temperature and pressure sources. Control system provides printed record of all calibration data for verification of current readings.

Lighted DIN Connectors

• Installed on all steam, water and exhaust valves for reliability and ease of maintenance.

Automatic Flush and Drain

• This system helps the generator to operate at peak performance and extends the life of the heaters.

Immediate Use, Prevac Cycle (4-minute exposure)

• Cycle type is for sterilizing porous and non-porous loads. Examples – A single unwrapped instrument tray or up to a full load of unwrapped instrument trays, each with a maximum weight of 25 lb (11 kg).
• Sterilize exposure temperature: 270°F (132°C)
• Sterilize exposure time: 4 minutes
• Dry time:1 minute

Prevac Cycle (4-minute exposure)

• Cycle type is for sterilizing porous and non-porous loads. Example – Wrapped 25 lb (11 kg) instrument tray(s) or fabric packs.
• Sterilize exposure temperature: 270°F (132°C)
• Sterilize exposure time: 4 minutes
• Dry time: 30 minutes (full load of instruments trays), 20 minutes (full load of fabric packs) or 5 minutes (Customer option, for a single fabric pack)

Prevac Cycle (3-minute exposure)

• This cycle is for sterilizing porous and non-porous loads. Example – Wrapped 25 lb (11 kg) instrument trays.
• Sterilize exposure temperature: 275°F (135°C)
• Sterilize exposure time: 3 minutes
• Dry time: 30 minutes

Immediate Use, Gravity Cycle (3-minute or 10-minute exposure)

• Cycle type is for sterilizing non-porous loads. Example – A single unwrapped instrument tray or up to a full load of unwrapped instrument trays, each with a maximum weight of 25 lb (11 kg).
• Sterilize exposure temperature: 270°F (132°C)
• Sterilize exposure time: 10 minutes or 3 minutes
• Dry time:1 minute