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Set sounder Volume: Press the up and down buttons to set the required volume level for the 
sounder and press enter to save this and return to the menu. Note that the volume control 
effects only the beep when the buttons are pressed and the cycle complete alert, if the 
machine develops a fault the alarm will be at a louder level. 
 
 
Set Time and date: The time and date are displayed when the unit is first switched on and also 
appears on the printed reports and USB logs.  The displayed time and date does not affect the 
operation of the machine, except when using delayed start.  Press the select button to adjust 
this. The time and date will be displayed, use the Double up and down buttons to step through 
the hours, minutes etc and use the single up and down buttons to adjust the value.  When 
correct press enter to store the new value. (Note that the time and date must be set at both 
ends of the machine) 
 
Engineer setup:

  

This option is for setting up the machine configuration and is for service 

engineers only, see the engineers technical manual for further information 

 

Reset lockout: Select this option to clear a fault condition and reset the machine, this will be 
required if the machine fails to complete a cycle for some reason (e.g. insufficient water or a 
power failure) In some cases you may be asked for a code to perform a reset, this occurs for 
example when the timed service period has expired.  In this instance if you press enter 
without entering the code the machine will reset the alarm and allow you to continue using it 
but the alarm will return whenever another cycle is complete.  Contact your service agent to 
have the machine inspected, Note the serial number and reference on the screen as you will 
be asked for these by the service agent. If the door has to be opened after a fault has occurred 
take any necessary precautions as the load my not be sterile. NOTE you will not be able to 
reset a lockout condition until the temperature has fallen below 80ºC 
 
USB Memory: This option will show if the memory stick is present. It will display the 
amount of available memory, as the amount of memory required for each program log is quite 
small any capacity greater than 64Kb is displayed as >64Kb if the display shows less than this 
amount then it is advisable to remove some older logs from the memory stick of obtain a new 
one.  
There are two additional sub options, Save program data and Restore program data.  These 
options allow the program data to be saved to the memory stick so that it can be easily 
restored if need be and viewed/ modified using the Memory stick logger program that is 
supplied with the machine. A suitable memory stick must be fitted to the controller before 
these options can be used. Select Save program data and press enter to copy the 25 operating 
programs to the memory stick. Once the operation is completed the display will return to the 
normal display.  To restore the programs or to update them with modified programs select the 
Load program data.  Note that using the memory stick logger software it is also possible to 
give the programs names that will assist operators in choosing the right program to suit their 
requirements. 
 
 
System info: This screen displays the machine serial number, reference and Software version 
number, you may be asked for this information when requesting a service.  Also displayed is 
the cycle count and date, when the count reaches zero or the date reaches that displayed here 
the machine will request servicing and will go into a lockout condition at the end of every 
cycle.  The condition can be reset temporarily using the reset lockout function but the 
machine should be serviced as soon as possible.  Operating the machine beyond the 
recommended service intervals can be dangerous and contravenes health and safety 
regulations 
 

Summary of Contents for GEMINI-MP25 with SmartCard

Page 1: ...Operators Manual GEMINI MP25 with SmartCard Serial number 2140 Rodwell Scientific Instruments Bentalls Basildon Essex England Tel 44 0 1268 286646 Fax 44 0 1268 287799 Manual issue 14 12 10...

Page 2: ...ECHNICAL INFORMATION 7 RISK ASSESSMENT AND SAFETY 8 USER REPONSIBILITES 9 A GUIDE TO THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF YOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY CONTROL MEASURES 10 DISPOSAL CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT 1...

Page 3: ...a means of breaking the pressure seal with the door restrained The development of the Rodwell GEMINI has resulted in a unit that is both easy to use and service SAFETY NOTE We recommend that a copy o...

Page 4: ...ard water areas the supply should be treated to avoid chamber element and pipe scaling Distilled water water softening units that use salts reverse osmosis systems or de ionised water supplies are not...

Page 5: ...packing materials are removed from inside the autoclave chamber Fill the chamber with water until display stops displaying Low water message Close the door and tighten the bolt tip of bolt must regist...

Page 6: ...nt program number sterilise temperature and period If the power was interrupted during a program cycle then if it is possible the machine will continue with the program if this is not possible for exa...

Page 7: ...ressing the up or down buttons the program details will be displayed or will be blank if a program number has not been set up If the machine has the option for Instrument programs Where the chamber is...

Page 8: ...r open is pushed if you do not wish to remove the load at this time but want to stop the sounder operating it is also possible to push the stop button to return the unit to Select prog Mode without re...

Page 9: ...they are displayed in minutes except for the sterilise time which is in hours and minutes temperature is always in degrees centigrade Note that some functions described may not operate on your machin...

Page 10: ...top button will cause the machine to abort the current cycle and to immediately start cooling Standby If set to on the water temperature will be maintained at a preset temperature to speed up the heat...

Page 11: ...has occurred take any necessary precautions as the load my not be sterile NOTE you will not be able to reset a lockout condition until the temperature has fallen below 80 C USB Memory This option will...

Page 12: ...to operate the memory stick must be inserted into the USB socket on the control panel Do not remove the memory stick while a cycle is in progress as the system cannot then log the cycle and data may b...

Page 13: ...n suffix MSL is applied to all log names Using the logger display program Please refer to the separate manual for information on using this program A PDF file on the memory stick explains fully how to...

Page 14: ...low water if filling is required Close the door and tighten the bolts until you hear a beep Bottom bolt first Choose the required program cycle if the correct program is not already set then change th...

Page 15: ...epeating the above sequence To re start the cycle simply press the start button once the cause of the fault has been rectified Pressure switch The safety door interlock pressure switch failed to opera...

Page 16: ...thermal lock solenoid does not pull in then the door cannot be opened Turn the bottom lock bolt a little in each direction to try and free it Water level low Out of water Fill with water and restart...

Page 17: ...art Door not closed Tighten door bolts DO NOT FORCE Water level Low Fill with water Water level is not Water too pure detected by probes Setting too high Reset temperature 136 degrees C max Fails to r...

Page 18: ...rinter mechanism press and hold the paper feed button until the mechanism takes the paper and it starts to appear from the front of the printer 4 Ensure that the paper follows the correct path as per...

Page 19: ...Correct paper path Main door release catch Printer release catch PUSH Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Ribbon above paper Feed paper between ribbon and cartridge...

Page 20: ...fitted 120 5 C 1 0bar 134 C 2 0bar 2 Check that indicating display and alarms function correctly 3 Check pipe connections for signs of leaks 4 Lightly lubricate the door bolt with high melting point c...

Page 21: ...d in the form of a Preventative Maintenance Contract along with Rodwell or NAMAS Calibration Services For details of Service Calibration Contracts contact Rodwell Scientific Instruments Service Depart...

Page 22: ...FE DESIGN OPERATING LIMITS Maximum Working Temp 138 C Minimum Working Temp 7 C Maximum Hydraulic Pressure 4 14 Bar Maximum Working Pressure 2 26 Bar Maximum Working Vacuum Minus1 Bar SODIUM CHLORIDE W...

Page 23: ...through loading and unloading Use Loading Hoist or Loading Trolley Burns and Scolds from opening the autoclave before cycle complete Locks fitted However care should always be taken Damage to Load Pro...

Page 24: ...odium chlorides from the load or from the water used in filling the vessel the operator carries out routine maintenance checks as stated in this manual the operator must is fully trained before using...

Page 25: ...y Records Earth Continuity Test on all metal panels recorded This is a Safety Critical Operation Insulation Type Class1 for Insulation Resistance Test Safety Critical Components adjusted and maintaine...

Page 26: ...y If the Autoclave is to be permanently demolished and or scrapped divide the material to be disposed of according to type and composition as follows 1 Iron or ferrous materials composed of metal alon...

Page 27: ...rent legislation s and guide lines relevant to the country in which the equipment is to be used are obtained and adhered to for the safety of personnel and the safe operation of the equipment Whilst e...

Page 28: ...rts for 2 years 2 off 312 0009 Door Seal 6 off 315 0201 Heater Element 277V 4 off 309 5038 Heater Glands 6 off 836 0180 PT100 Black Probes 2 off 820 0067 Bolt Safety Switch 2 off 309 0763 Thermal Lock...

Page 29: ...piry date Comments Signature Service 3 Date Machine cycle count Engineer s Name Company Name Rodwell certification No Certification expiry date Comments Signature Service 4 Date Machine cycle count En...

Page 30: ...neer s Name Company Name Rodwell certification No Certification expiry date Comments Signature Service 16 Date Machine cycle count Engineer s Name Company Name Rodwell certification No Certification e...

Page 31: ...ick opening doors locking mechanisms may be manually or power operated In the following text the term door should be taken as including the lid of a vertical autoclave DANGERS 7 Autoclaves give rise t...

Page 32: ...s SAFEGUARDS Design 14 All parts of an autoclave its foundations and supporting structures should be properly designed of good construction sound material and adequate strength The requirements for ac...

Page 33: ...inated That may be achieved by using an interlocking arrangement incorporating a temperature sensing device located in that part of the vessel which is expected to remain at the highest temperature at...

Page 34: ...tly robust and securely attached to the autoclave prevent them being distorted overridden or defeated during normal operation They should function reliably be properly maintained and be kept correctly...

Page 35: ...affected by a work activity 37 The Factories Act 1961 Section 30 may apply see HSE Guidance Note GS5 Entry into confined spaces 38 The Pressure Systems and Transportable Gas Container Regulations 1989...

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