Understanding the error codes that may arise while using any autoclave is crucial for ensuring its optimal performance and reliability. So in this article, we will delve into some of the various error codes of the W&H Lexa Mini. Specifically, we’ll be going over Error Codes 80 – 99. These are not the error codes that we’ve previously shown in our original article here. These is an updated version of W&H’s official troubleshooting manual with new types of error codes. So in this article, we’ll go over the details of what each code means, as well as actions you can take to troubleshoot them.
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Error Codes
Error Code 80
Description
Main board temperature too high
Possible Cause 1:
Room temperature too high.
Air filter clogged.
Cooling duct out of position. Condenser/Fan grid clogged/dirty.
Action:
Clean the components with compressed air. Reposition correctly the cooling duct.
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Possible Cause 2:
Main board failure.
Action:
If the alarm persists, replace the main board.
Error Code 81, 82
Description
Main board temperature too low
Possible Cause 1:
Room temperature too low or storage temperature too low before start-up.
Action:
Install the sterilizer as specified.
Let the sterilizer warm up before installation and start-up.
Possible Cause 2:
Main board failure.
Action:
If the alarm persists, replace the main board.
Error Code 83
Description
Power board temperature too high
Possible Cause 1:
Room temperature too high.
Air conveyor tube out of position.
Condenser/Fan grid clogged/dirty.
Action:
Clean the components with compressed air. Reposition correctly the air conveyor tube.
Possible Cause 2:
Power board fan failure.
Action:
Replace the power board fan.
Possible Cause 3:
Power board failure.
Action:
If the alarm persists, replace the power board.
Error Code 84
Description
Mains frequency out of range
Possible Cause:
Mains frequency out of specifications (44-67 Hz).
Power board failure.
Air conveyor tube out of position.
Condenser/Fan grid clogged/dirty.
Action:
Check the mains frequency with a suitable instrument. The frequency must be between 45 and 67 Hz: If no:
- Check the mains supply and/or contact the electric Company
- Replace the power board.
Error Code 87
Description
Internal voltage (VREFB) out of range (too low)
Possible Cause:
Quality meter sensor failure.
Main board failure.
Condenser/Fan grid clogged/dirty.
Action:
Check the quality meter sensor connections and cables. If the error persists, replace the quality meter sensor.
If the quality meter sensor is OK, replace the main board.
Error Code 88
Description
Internal voltage (VREFB) out of range (too high)
Possible Cause:
Quality meter sensor failure.
Main board failure.
Condenser/Fan grid clogged/dirty.
Action:
Check the quality meter sensor connections and cables. If the error persists, replace the quality meter sensor.
If the quality meter sensor is OK, replace the main board.
Error Code 85, 89-99
Description
Internal board error or sensor error
Possible Cause:
Sensor failure.
Main board failure.
Action:
Disconnect progressively all sensor cables from the main board. Every time you disconnect a sensor, check the ERRORS screen:
- If the error disappears (others might appear), replace the cable/sensor that causes the error.
- If the error persists, despite ALL sensors being disconnected, replace the main board.
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