Important Parts of a vertical Autoclave/Steam Sterilizer
Vertical Autoclaves/sterilizers are one of the most used versions in the sterlizer category. In this article we are going to explain the different parts and their uses. Full details are available on our website(link shared below).
Power Switch: The main power I/O (on/off) switch controls all power to the unit of the autoclave and must be in the ON position before any systems are operational.
Main Temperature Control: The Main Temperature Control consists of the digital display and UP and DOWN arrow pads for inputting set point temperatures and calibration of the autoclave machine.
Heating Lamp: This pilot lamp is ON when the unit is heating up to set point and is blinking when controlling temperature at set point.
Water level indicator: It is provided for indicating the water inside the chamber. It should not be more than it‘s mentioned level .
Safety valve: It provide for safety from high pressure condition. Safety valve becomes open when pressure of the chamber becomes high.
Pressure release valve: Use pressure release valve to release pressure of the chamber the horizontal autoclave after completion of work. It is a manual handle attached with system .
Water release valve: Use water release valve for releasing water from working chamber of the system.
Pressure gauge: It is pneumatic type pressure gauge. It is provided on front side of the machine for pressure display of working chamber.
Lift Pedal: Unlike their horizontal counterparts, pedal mechanism acts as a support to lift the heavy lid of the sterilizer.
Pressure Control Switch: Cut down the electrical connection when certain pressure reaches its set value inside the chamber.
