SciCan Statim 2000 Cycle Fault 7 Leave a comment

Note: this is an updated version of our previous article on this same subject which you can find here. 

Through its use, your Statim 2000 can start to display any number of Cycle Fault Codes. So in this article we’d like to go over one of them with you in full detail. Specifically Cycle Fault #7.

We’ll go over what the fault means, how to check for it, and what you can do to resolve it as the end-user. Please note: any steps in this process labeled anything other than end-user repairs are meant for professional technicians only. Any attempt to recreate technician repairs with improper tools could result in damage to your autoclave.

And if you just want to talk to someone for any questions you may have, call our Free Tech Support at 704-966-1650 Option 3.

What Is Cycle Fault #7?

The cassette temperature has dropped 4°C below a set point.

If the cassette can be removed normally after venting: 

1. Check for visible steam leaks from the cassette. If the cassette is leaking repair as needed. Replace cassette seal, lid or tray. End user repair.
2. If no steam leaks are visible disassemble solenoid valve and check for debris. Make sure plunger slides smoothly in plunger tube. Field Service Tech repair.
3. Verify that the check valve and pressure relief valves are not leaking. Field Service Tech repair.

If the cassette is hard to remove after venting:

1. Check for kinked or pinched exhaust tubing. End user repair.
2. Check for a clogged venturi in the left rear of the cassette tray. Clean as needed. End user repair.
3. Solenoid valve is failing to open. Disassemble and check that plunger slides smoothly in plunger tube. Field Service Tech repair.
4. Check for power to solenoid. Using a voltmeter check for line voltage at terminals J1-7 & J1-8 with the cassette inserted. If line voltage is present check for a magnetic field above the solenoid coil. The solenoid coil has a bridge rectifier built into it. To check the coil put your meter on the diode checking scale and read the resistance of the coil, then reverse the leads, the resistance should be approximately the same in both directions. Field Service Tech repair. 

As always if you have any questions about this process or anything else please feel free to contact us and take advantage of our “FREE TECH SUPPORT.”

We also offer FREE VIRTUAL TECH SUPPORT to “See and Talk” with a “Real Time Live Technician” for any problems you may be in need of help with.

You can also use our “FREE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM”. Take the guesswork and worrying about what unit is due for maintenance and which maintenance cycle it is time for. We will keep track of all your autoclaves and let you know when it’s time for anything.

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