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Warning Indicators and Fault Codes

Warning Indicators and Fault Codes

Warning Indicators and Fault Codes

Product catalog summary
Overview: This document provides detailed information on the warning lights and fault codes associated with the Priorclave Tactrol Controller. It includes descriptions of each warning light and fault code, their implications, and instructions for resolving issues.
Warning Lights: The control panel features several warning indicators that appear when active. These include:
  • SERVICE: Indicates that 500 cycles or six months have passed since the last service. It does not affect autoclave function.
  • WATER: Accompanies a Low Water fault code F004.
  • O/HEAT: Indicates an Over-heat fault with code F003.
  • FAULT: Shows a function fault with the code displayed in the Red Temperature Display Window.
  • LOCK: Lights when the thermal lock key-switch is in the override position.
  • LOAD: Indicates a Load Sense Probe fault with code F001.
Fault Codes: Fault codes are displayed in the Red Temperature Display Window. Key fault codes include:
  • F000: Measuring system error, often due to temperature measurement issues or power supply fluctuations.
  • F001: Load sense probe failure, requiring deselection of load sensed process timing.
  • F003: Overheat, indicating temperatures exceeding 142°C.
  • F004: Water level alarm, resolved by topping up water.
  • F005: Temperature drop below set level during process dwell.
  • F006: Power failure during heating or process dwell stage.
  • F007: Pre-cycle vacuum stage timeout, indicating vacuum pump or system leaks.
  • F008: Heating stage timeout, suggesting heater or control issues.
  • F009: Failure to reach post-cycle vacuum set point.
  • F010: Excess air detected, affecting sterilization.
  • F011: Printer fault due to timeout or malfunction.
  • F012: Door fault, indicating microswitch issues.
  • F013-F015: Various steam jacket temperature issues.
  • F016: Water fill timeout, preventing flooding.
  • F018: Thermal low water detection.
  • F019: Internal steam generator overheat.
  • F020: External digital fault from monitoring devices.
  • F021: Over pressure fault, usually not activated.
Fault Resolution: To clear fault messages, correct the original fault source. For most faults, a manual reset is required:
  • Single Program Machines: Use the manual reset button on the control panel.
  • Multi-program Machines: Use the SETTING key to reset by turning it to specific positions.
If multiple faults occur, the highest priority fault is displayed first.
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Priorclave Tactrol Controller Warning Lights and Fault Codes Warning Lights The control panel has a series of ‘hidden until active’ warning indicators that appear in the black bar beneath the Temperature and Time displays on the control panel. (Some of these indicators will appear in conjunction with a fault code in the temperature display) SERVICE 500 cycles, or six months have passed since the autoclave was last serviced. The engineer will cancel the message when the autoclave is serviced. This indicator does not signify a machine fault, nor does it affect the Autoclave function. Indicated along with a Low Water fault code F004 Indicates a vessel Over-heat fault along with fault code F003 Indicates a function fault the fault code will be shown in the Red Temperature Display Window. This warning will light when the thermal lock key-switch is in the override position. Indicates a Load Sense Probe fault along with F001 Fault Codes are displayed in the Red Temperature Display Window on the control panel. Fault Codes Note: Some of these fault codes may be cleared as described at the end of this list of codes. If the fault code will not clear, or continues to re-appear then the fault cannot be corrected and you should contact Priorclave Service or your local Priorclave approved service agent for expert assistance. Measuring system error* If your autoclave is fitted with the optional self-validation system, fault code F000 highlights that the Tactrol Program software has recognised a temperature issue. Usually this would mean that a critical error has developed in the temperature measurement system, however, as the detection system is extremely sensitive it is possible that it may be triggered by fluctuations in the electrical power supply. Note: This fault will abort the cycle and NOT complete the sterilization process. H:\Technical\MANUALS\Fault Indicators and Codes UK.docx

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Priorclave Tactrol Controller Fault Codes and Warning Lights - from January 2017 Code Fault Detail * Optional Feature - when the relevant option is not fitted or selected then this fault code will not appear. Note: If unexpected fault codes occur please contact Priorclave Service or your local Priorclave approved service agent as this would indicate that the configuration is incorrect or the main board has been corrupted. CANCELING AND CLEARING FAULT MESSAGES First correct the source of the original fault. The F004 low water fault will reset itself after refilling the autoclave with...

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Priorclave Tactrol Controller Fault Codes and Warning Lights - from January 2017 Insert the SETTING key into the Autoclave. Turn the key to position 3, back to position 1, then back to position 3. The fault messages are cancelled by, then turning the setting lock key switch to the enable position (position 3). If a key switch is not fitted they are cancelled by pressing the reset button. If two or more faults occur at the same time, the one with the highest priority is displayed. (F000 is the highest priority and F019 is the lowest.) If a higher priority fault is cleared it will be replaced by...

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