Franke Finland DEKO D32 Washer-Disinfector
Franke Finland · Model DEKO D32 Washer-Disinfector
• overall dim. W800xD725xH1970 mm • usable wash chamber dim. W600xD610xH600 mm • electricity 230/400V 3N 50Hz (or 60Hz), max 12.8 kW, 3 x 25A. Other voltages as required. • powerful circulation water pump, output 800L/min • framework, panels and wash chamber all made of stainless steel. No mild steel or galvanized steel frame constructions. • interlocking opening doors provided with gas springs and electrical motor driven safety locks • fully automatic microprocessor control including back-up batteries for a full memory protection • VGA-TFT 6.5“ touch-screen colour control panel and information display • cycle selection & start keys • phase indication as text • remaining program time indication • cycle complete indication as text and with a green led • pressure graph • temperature graph • fault indication • multi-level access code system. Special codes for: user, maintenance, authorized person • 12 permanent program stations - unlimited number of pre-set cycles • secure tested cycle files with no access • customized cycle files • access to regulation of critical process parameter values with authorized person entry code only • VFD 4x20 high brightness information display at the unloading end - in-process indication - cycle & phase info - chamber temperature and remaining cycle time • cycle complete: green led • fault indication: red led • independent full process tamperproof verification recording system • 32 Mb Flash card • information: • name of institution • date & time • machine number • user identification • non-resettable cycle/batch number • cycle name and configuration • cycle start and end time • temperature recording throughout the cycle • detergent dosage verification • pressure registering • fault identification and registering • CheckSum • special service and maintenance control and notifying system • notice to carry out routine control • malfunction identification in text format • adjustment of controls • calibration of measuring instruments • manual override step by step • component test mode • error listing • updates by a PC and CF card • 4 independently removable, sliding wash shelves • automatically connecting / closing wash arm connectors • 5 rotating wash arms with removable caps facilitating easy cleaning of the inner surfaces of the wash arm. No tools required for removing the wash arms. • adjustable automatic detergent dosage by a pump • independent detergent dosage volume measuring • indication for insufficient volume of chemicals to complete cycle • sliding draw for process chemical containers • boss entry port for test temperature sensor leads • high efficiency dryer with a pre-filter and a HEPA filter Class H13 • ventilation connection provided with a spigot up-stand sleeve and condensate back-flow protection • filter quality monitoring and change indication system • drying mode may be used individually • load temperature protection and overtemperature cut-outs • automatic foam and washing water pressure control system • opaque cold and hot water connection hoses 1/2“ BSP • drain outlet diameter 50mm • automatic pipework purging system • sound and heat insulated • height adjustable feet • stainless steel side panelling • back syphon Type A air gap protection • shut-off isolator valves • mutable process complete buzzer • Deko Cycle Data Viewer software for reviewing archived cycle data
Key tips
- ·A failed biological indicator means the entire load is not sterile - no exceptions, regardless of how the cycle printout looks.
- ·Door gasket wear is the most common real cause of a failed vacuum/pressure test - check it before deeper diagnostics.
- ·Water quality directly affects steam-cycle validity - don't ignore scale or mineral buildup.
Typical Failure Modes
Failure patterns typical of this equipment class - general BMET reference, not verified against this exact unit's own service history unless flagged. Severity is a category-level estimate.
Door gasket / seal leak
HighSymptoms: Pressure loss, long cycle, steam leak.
Root cause: Aged rubber gasket.
Steam generator / heater fault
HighSymptoms: No steam, low temp, cycle abort.
Root cause: Failed heating element or scale buildup.
Vacuum pump failure
MediumSymptoms: Poor air removal, non-condensable gas fault.
Root cause: Worn vanes/seals.
Water quality / feed fault
LowSymptoms: Scaling, conductivity alarm.
Root cause: RO/DI system failure.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
The parts a BMET typically services on this class of equipment. Service class and relative cost are general engineering estimates for the category, not figures from this unit's documentation. Part numbers appear only when pulled from this unit's own service manual. Always confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Vacuum pump & seals
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Difficult
Chamber temperature sensor
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
RO/DI feed cartridge
Consumable.
Class Frequent wear itemRel. cost $R&R Easy
Door gasket / seal
Most-replaced wear item.
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vacuum pump & seals | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Difficult |
| Chamber temperature sensor | Periodic replacement | $$ | Moderate |
| RO/DI feed cartridge Consumable. | Frequent wear item | $ | Easy |
| Door gasket / seal Most-replaced wear item. | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Daily biological and chemical indicator test loads
- ·Door gasket / seal inspection
- ·Steam trap and drain strainer cleaning
- ·Annual full PM and pressure-vessel certification
Troubleshooting Approach
A structured starting point derived from the failure modes above. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Door gasket / seal leak
- Confirm the presentation - typically pressure loss, long cycle, steam leak - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: aged rubber gasket.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the door gasket / seal per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Symptom: Steam generator / heater fault
- Confirm the presentation - typically no steam, low temp, cycle abort - and note the exact alarm or message and the conditions when it occurs.
- Check the most likely cause first: failed heating element or scale buildup.
- Isolate the affected subsystem using the manufacturer's functional check or self-test, where one is provided.
- If the fault is confirmed and not a field adjustment, service or replace the steam generator heating element per the manufacturer's service documentation.
- Return the device to service only after the manufacturer's functional and applicable electrical-safety checks pass.
- Record the findings, any parts used, and the verification results in the maintenance history.
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD)
- OR sterile core
- Satellite reprocessing areas
Documents & Manuals
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