STEELCO VS MC

MEDIUM CAPACITY STEAM STERILIZER

Service Manual
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Contents

1. INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1. Pre-installation requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1.1. Fluids specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1.2. General Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.3. Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.4. Pre-installation checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2. Positioning the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3. Water connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.4. Drain connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.5. Compressed Air line connections (IF APPLICABLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.6. Electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.7. Printer connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.8. Steam line connection (For Direct Line Steam, V) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.9. Anti-seismic anchoring (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.10. Sterilizer Final check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.11. Installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2. SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.1. Installation of door’s belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.1.1. Regulation of the toothed belt tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.2. Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.3. Door gasket replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.4. TC chamber gaskets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.5. Resistance contactor replacement (models with electric generator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.6. Steam generator inspection and replacement of the heating element gasket . . . . . . . . 20
2.7. Generator level probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.7.1. Visual check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.7.2. Functional check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.8. Heating resistance fuses check and replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.9. Fill water filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.10. How to check for leakages on safety valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4. RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5. MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
6. ATTACHMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6.1. P&ID Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.2. Installation Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6.3. Electrical drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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6.4. Additional Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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Index of tables
Table 1 – Pre-installation checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Table 2 – Installation checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Table 3 – Maintenance checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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1. INSTALLATION

1.1. Pre-installation requirements

1.1.1. Fluids specification

Below is a table resuming all suggested characteristics for all fluids introduced into the
sterilizer, as per ISO17665 and EN285.
Fluid Determinant Value
Pressure 1,5 ÷ 3 bar (150 ÷ 300 kPa) ± 10%
Flow Rate 20 l/min.
Temperature 8 ÷ 15 °C (>21°C)
Potable yes
Appearance Colorless clean without sediment
Hardness ( of alkaline earth) ≤0,02 mmol/l
Residue on evaporation ≤10 mg/l
Water
Conductivity (at 20°C) ≤5 µS/cm
(Steam boiler feeding)
pH (20°C) value 5÷ 7
If applicable
Silicate (SiO2) ≤1 mg/l
Iron ≤ 0,2 mg/l
Cadmium ≤ 0,005 mg/l
Lead ≤ 0,05 mg/l
Rest of heavy metals except iron, cadmium, lead ≤ 0,1 mg/l
Chloride (Cl') ≤ 0.5 mg/l
Phosphate (P2O5) ≤ 0,5 mg/l
Pressure 1,5 ÷ 3 bar (150 ÷ 300 kPa) ± 10%
Water
Flow Rate 20 l/min.
(Vacuum pump feeding)
Hardness ( of alkaline earth) 0,7 ÷ 2,0 mmol/l of CaCo/3
if applicable
Temperature 15°C (not exceeding 20°C)
Pressure 3,5 bar (350 kPa) ± 10%
Flow Rate As per Installation drawing
Absence of Condensate, Drag, Additives
Clean Steam
Water content <5%
(“V” & “E/V” “I/V” ver.)
Filtration grade 7 µm
Non-condensable gases 3,5% V/V
Overheating 25°C
Pressure 6÷ 8 bar (600÷ 800 kPa) ± 10%
Indirect Steam
Flow Rate As per installation drawing
(“I” “E/V” “E/I” ver.)
Absence of Condensate, Drag, Additives
Pressure 6÷ 8 bar (600÷ 800 kPa)
Flow Rate 5 l/min.
Compressed Air
Filtration grade 25 µm
(Pneumatic valve)
Oil droplets greater than 2 µm
Absence of Water, impurity

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1.1.2. General Connections

Consult your installation drawing for flow rate requirements.

1.1.3. Electrical Connections

DEDICATED DISCONNECTION DEVICE FOR MACHINE
As per IEC 61010-1, the equipment “[...] shall employ a switch or a circuit breaker as the
means of disconnection.”
It must be suitably located and easily reached
It must be marked as the disconnecting device for the equipment.

We suggest to install a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) and label it as

“DEDICATED STERILIZER BREAKER”

Consult always your installation drawing to validate the pre-installation

requirements.

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1.1.4. Pre-installation checklist

Read and follow below hints for proper installation:

Check for compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and National Electric Code, as well as
local electric and plumbing codes, for any special requirements that may pertain to the installation of this
sterilizer.
Examine the delivery crate for damages and notify them immediately, if any.
Review drawing to familiarize with all connections (position and size) before installing the sterilizer.
Location review (1.2. Positioning the machine on page 7)
Clearance requirements At least 50cm (19,68 in)
Illumination Level From 700 to 1100 Lux - or following local regulation.
Flow rate Check for correct requirements in your installation drawing.
Utilities Service lines:
Back-flow preventer installation on water inlet pipe is highly
recommended
Supply line size and check valve installation (recommended)
Water connections
Water pressure 3bar (43,52 psig), 5.3 GPM)
(1.3. Water connections on page 8)
Pressure reducer installation (required for water supply
pressure above 3 bar (43,52 psig)
Water Hardness (0.02 mmol/L, 70 PPM)
Compressed air connections Compressed air line size (if applicable)
(1.5. Compressed Air line connections (IF Compressed air line pressure (6 bar, PSIG as per installation
APPLICABLE) on page 9) dwg)
Power supply proper cable characteristics of isolation, size
and diameter
Terminal box installation;
It must be:
Electrical connections - Equipped with circuit breakers;
(1.6. Electrical connections on page 9) - Suitably located and easily reached;
- Marked as the disconnecting device for the equipment.
Dedicated circuit, DO NOT share the service
All electrical system is in compliance with installation
drawing

Table 1 – Pre-installation checklist

WARNING!
Operator must wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during
loading and unloading phase, due to high temperatures of the equipment.

Uncrating and installation instructions are also furnished with the sterilizer. if any
documents are missing, please contact Steelco Assistance giving Serial number
and model of the equipment. All missing documentation will be send promptly.

Clearance space (Min maintenance Area) shown on the Customer Layout (CL),
is necessary to assure proper installation, operation and maintenance of the
equipment.

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1.2. Positioning the machine

``Carefully open the crate

``Do not roll the autoclave to avoid irreparable damages

``Remove caps and nylon cover

``Place the autoclave on the work surface and level and shim it properly (Figure 1).

Figure 1 – Appliance positioning

WARNING!
The front door panel must be open when positioning the autoclave.

WARNING!
When lifted, the autoclave tends to lean towards the side of the chamber
due to the position of the center of gravity of the machine. A proper
counterweight should be considered before moving the machine.
Lift carefully the machine just as much as needed.

kg

Figure 2 – Appliance movimentation

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1.3. Water connections

``Connect to the water supply following the data information on installation drawing
attached on the autoclave.
``Use the right fittings for connections with the machine.

Figure 3 – Water inlet

``Connect the exhaust to the general drain system and ensure that runoff has the
required characteristics (Figure 4).
``For the connection type and diameter refer to installation drawing attached to the
autoclave (Attachment 2)

1.4. Drain connection

Figure 4 – Water outlet

WARNING!
Please refer always to your Installation Drawing for connections.

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1.5. Compressed Air line connections (IF APPLICABLE)

``Connect the autoclave to the compressed air line and be sure the pressure is fixed at
6 bar, verifying the absence of liquid in the supply (Figure 5).
``For the connection type and diameter refer to installation drawing attached to the
autoclave (Attachment 2).

Figure 5 – Pneumatic connection

1.6. Electrical connections

``The power supply cable is not supplied with the autoclave, the installer must provide
it, respecting the characteristics of isolation, size and diameter.
``Make sure the line voltage is in agreement with the installation drawing and electrical
drawing attached to the autoclave.
``The presence of a GFCI (Ground fault circuit interrupter) that meets the absorption
indicated in the electric diagram is required (if required).
``The equipotential point is identified and is placed on the bottom of the frame of the
autoclave.
``Equipment must be properly hook up to Grounding connection.

``Connect the power supply cable (Figure 6).

Figure 6 – Electrical connection

``Check the correct phase sequence by short manual activation of one of the motors
(water pump or vacuum pump).

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Please label properly dedicated circuit breaker.

1.7. Printer connection

``Open the front door panel;

``Plug the mini-USB connector to the printer on the back side of the front door panel
(Figure 7);

Figure 7 – Printer plug

``Close the front door panel.

1.8. Steam line connection (For Direct Line Steam, V)

Connect the steam line using a clamp.

Figure 8 – Steam line connection

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1.9. Anti-seismic anchoring (OPTIONAL)

``Anchor the machine, using bolts, both to the floor and to the lower frame, internal side.

Figure 9 – Anti-seismic anchoring

1.10. Sterilizer Final check

``Door opens and closes smoothly

``Chamber strainer is in place

``Racks and shelves and/or loading carts operates correctly (If applicable)

``Load paper in the printer

``Labels are properly applied

``Unit switches ON properly

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1.11. Installation Checklist

REVISED
INITIALS DATE
Yes No
Autoclave properly leveled and shim
Electrical system connected and powererd
Water connections hooked
- Check for leaks
Drainage connected
- Check for leaks
Compressed air line connected (If applicable)
- Check for leaks
Steam line properly connected (if applicable)
- Check for leaks
- Gasket pressure
- Steam pressure
Loading rack works properly
Paper loaded in printer
Door(s) open and closes smoothly

Once all the installation requirements are met, it is possible to proceed with the
machine start-up. This activity must be performed only by qualified technicians
that have been authorized by Steelco S.p.A.

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2. SERVICE

Only Qualified personnel, in safety conditions, must carry out all the following operations.

WARNING - PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

HAZARD
Repairs and adjustments to this equipment must be made only by fully
qualified service personnel. Maintenance performed by inexperienced,
unqualified persons or installation of unauthorized parts could cause personal
injury, invalidate the warranty or result in costly equipment damage.

WARNING - SHOCK AND BURN HAZARD

Disconnect all utilities to sterilizer before servicing. Do not service the sterilizer
unless all utilities have been properly locked out. Always follow all locally
mandated Lockout-Tagout and electrical safety-related work practice standards.

WARNING - BURN HAZARD

Allow sterilizer and accessories to cool to room temperature before
performing any cleaning or maintenance procedures.

WARNING
Any time the front door panel is opened for checks or maintenances (i.e. check
on heating elements), insert the safety blocks to prevent any movement of the
chamber sliding door. Remove the blocks just before closing the door.

Never permit unqualified personnel to operate and/or Service the Sterilizer.

Contact your nearest Steelco Authorized Center to schedule your next maintenance.
Maintenance state is tracked and read only in UTILITY MENU’, MAINTENANCE STATE.
The sterilizer alerts the operator when maintenance is needed.

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2.1. Installation of door’s belt

The purpose of this procedure is to define the necessary material and the type of
operations to be performed.
1. The first thing to do is to secure the door, using the blocks that were used for shipping.

Figure 10 – Left side Figure 11 – Right side

2. Unlock the tensioning blocks of the belt high and low. This operation must be carried
out by both sides.

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3. Insert the toothed belts, on the correct side.

4. Mounting pulley on limit switch (ZS01 or ZS05 ) side. Aim with a single screw TBEI
M6X20.

5. Before definitively fixing the assembly , verify that the supports of the right belt and
left belt are parallel.
6. Once verified that the supports of the doors are sliding parallel , proceed to final
tightening of the assembly pulley ,supports and crankcase.

7. Secure the door on the support on the toothed belt by inserting the appropriate right
and left spacer . Proceed to final tightening of four bolts TE M8X30 (two for each spacer.

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WARNING!
Use a torque of 4,5 Nm to tighten the nuts shown in the following picture.

2.1.1. Regulation of the toothed belt tension

1. Loosen the two nuts with a wrench n°7.
2. Tighten the screw using the wrench n°7 until the two sides of the belt are stretched .
3. Tighten the nuts loosened in the previous.

2.2. Air filter

The air filter is located on the side of the pneumatic connections.
1. Remove the side panels to reach the air filter.

2. Unscrew the filter anticlockwise to remove it.

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2.3. Door gasket replacement

1. Open the door of the autoclave and remove the old gasket. If using any tool, pay
attention not to scratch or damage the seat of the gasket.
2. Apply an all-purpose cleaner on a soft cloth, then clean the seat of the gasket. Any
residual should be removed.
3. Ensure that the new gasket is perfectly cleaned or eventually clean it with a damp cloth.
4. Apply a thin coat of talc powder on the surfaces of the gasket.
5. Place the gasket starting from the center on the upper side of the seat. Push a short
segment into the seat.

6. Push the gasket into the seat only on the upper corners then on the lower corners. Do
not insert the gasket in between the corners. Do not pull the gasket when pushing
it into the seat.

7. Push the gasket into the seat on the center of the left side, right side and lower side.

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8. Push the gasket along the whole perimeter to ensure the correct positioning.

2.4. TC chamber gaskets

1. Loosen the wing nut and open the clamp.
2. Check the gasket and replace it if necessary.

1
2

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WARNING!
When reassembling the clamp on the front side of the autoclave, ensure the
correct position of the wing nuts in order to avoid any interference with the
door of the chamber.

CHAMBER DOOR CHAMBER DOOR

CHAMBER CHAMBER

SIDE VIEW SIDE VIEW

WARNING!
When replacing all the TC chamber gaskets according to the yearly
maintenance checklist, do not forget to replace also the TC gasket on top
(front and back side) and lower back side of the chamber.

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2.5. Resistance contactor replacement (models with electric

generator)
The resistance contactors are located on the side of the electrical connections inside
the box underneath the electric control box.
1. Remove the side panels and the box cover to reach the resistance contactors.
2. Disconnect the wires and remove the resistance contactor.

3. Install the new resistance contactor and connect the wires according to the wiring
diagram.

2.6. Steam generator inspection and replacement of the heating

element gasket

WARNING!
Drain the steam generator before proceeding with any operation.

The steam generator is located underneath the chamber.

1. Open the front door panel.
2. Remove the connector cover and disconnect the wires on the heating element.

3. Unscrew the six bolts of the heating element flange.

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4. Pull out carefully the heating element from the steam generator.

5. Check the cleanliness inside the generator. If necessary clean the limestone deposits
from the generator.

6. Check the condition of the gasket and replace it if necessary.

7. Reassemble the heating element and connect the wires according to the wiring
diagram.

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2.7. Generator level probe

WARNING!
Drain the steam generator before proceeding with any operation.

2.7.1. Visual check

The generator level probe is located on the top of the steam generator and it is reachable
from the side of the autoclave.
1. Remove the side panels to reach the generator level probe.
2. Loosen the wing nut and open the clamp.
3. Check the level probe and the gasket. If necessary replace the level probe and/or
the gasket.

2.7.2. Functional check

The level monitoring relays are located in the technical compartment, inside the power
connection box, under the electric control box.
1. Remove the side panels and the box cover to reach the level monitoring relays.

Up Down
Up Down

Sensivity
Sensivity

Level
Level

Tt
Tt

HNM
HNM

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2. Disable the discharge valve of the steam generator.

3. Check that both the level monitoring relays have the green led active. Check that in
short time the yellow led is activated on one level monitoring relays, then in a few
seconds the yellow led is activated also on the other level monitoring relay.

Up Down Up Down

Sensivity Sensivity

Level Level
GREEN
Tt Tt YELLOW

HNM HNM

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2.8. Heating resistance fuses check and replacement

The fuses are located in the technical compartment, inside the power connection box,
under the electric control box.
1. Remove the side panels and the box cover to reach the fuse holders.
2. Open the fuse holder to release the fuse.

3. Check the fuses. If necessary replace the fuse with a new one.

2.9. Fill water filter

The fill water filter is located in the technical compartment.
1. Remove the side panels to reach the fill water filter.

2. Close the water inlet valve.

3. Unscrew the filter cap using a wrench.
4. Check the fill water filter, clean or replace it if necessary.

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2.10. How to check for leakages on safety valves

1. Open the front door panel.
2. Check the water collector beside the steam generator.

3. Any presence of water inside the water collector means that there is a leakage on
a safety valve.

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3. TROUBLESHOOTING

The following table provides a brief description of the meaning of each alarm and
suggested actions.

Description of the trouble

ID Error message Suggested solution
and its possible cause
Moving the key-selector on “I” the
machine does not switch on Check:
Possible causes: 1) for live voltage;
1) the machine has no voltage; 2) for the main switch upside the
2) the main switch upside the machine;
machine is switched off ; 3) that the main switch of the
-- --
3) the main switch of the electric electric panel is switched on;
panel is switched off; 4) for the intervention of the safety
4) the machine safety devices devices;
intervened; 5) for the efficiency of the
5) transformer or power feeder transformer and/or the power feeder
damage
Switch off and switch on again the
PLC CONTROL OUT
00 Problems in the control of PLC machine. If the problem persists,
OF ORDER
contact Steelco customer service
FRONT DOOR
01 Reset the alarm, and repeat the
SAFETY??? The anti-crushing plate on the
operation of closing and opening
BACK DOOR indicated side is pushed
02 the door
SAFETY???
FRONT DOOR Switch off and switch on again the
03
SWITCH INCONGR. The limit switch gives a position machine and check the integrity
different from the effective door of the limit switch. If the problem
BACK DOOR SWITCH
04 position persists, contact Steelco customer
INCONGR.
service
PLC CONTROL
05
PROBLEMS (XOB10) Problems in the autoclave
Switch off and switch on again the
PLC CONTROL management program
06 machine. If the problem persists,
PROBLEMS (XOB12)
contact Steelco customer service
PLC CONTROL
07 PLC functionality test failure
PROBLEMS (TEST)
Check the Ethernet cable from Hakko
HAKKO TERMINAL
08 The analogical card does not answer to PLC If the problem persists, contact
NON OK
Steelco customer service

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Description of the trouble

ID Error message Suggested solution
and its possible cause

PLC CONTROL The probe does not read or gives no

09
JACKET PROBE ? data to the PLC.
PLC CONTROL FIXED Possible causes: Switch off and switch on again the
10 - damaged probe; machine. If the problem persists
PROBE ?
- converter breakdown; verify the probe, the converter and
PLC CONTROL
11 - analogical card breakdown the analogical card. To replace one
MOBILE PROBE ?
of these components and to set
The transducer does not read or gives
again the measuring system contact
no data to the PLC.
PLC CONTROL PRESS. Steelco customer service
12 Possible causes:
TRANSD. ?
- damaged transducer;
- analogical card breakdown
Switch off and switch on again the
The probe does not read or gives no
machine. If the problem persists
data to the PLC.
verify the probe, the converter and
Possible causes:
13 PROBE AIR DETECT ? the analogical card. To replace one
- damaged probe;
of these components and to set
- converter breakdown;
again the measuring system contact
- analogical card breakdown
Steelco customer service
Try to change the sequence of the
main supply phase.
Check the device 2RP1 (sequence
INCORRECT PHASE
14 Phase connection not correct phase controller) must be turn on
SEQUENCE
(flash or fixed signal).
Check the presence of 24 volt in the
secondary main supply
Check the water supply and the
TIME OVER FILLING The tank has not filled within the proper operation of pneumatic
15
TANK Time-out valves. If the problem persists,
contact Steelco customer service
PLC RECORDING OUT Replace the probe or its analog
16
OF ORDER Incorrect data reading from the inputs card to the PLC. If the problem
READING MOBILE probe to the PLC persists, contact Steelco customer
17
TEMP. RECORD.? service
Replace pressure switch or its analog
READING RECORDING Incorrect data read from pressure inputs card to the PLC. If the problem
18
PRESSURE ? switch to the PLC persists, contact Steelco customer
service
CONTROL FRONT Check the settings of the cycle and
19
DOOR ? The door does not open even though the sliding guides. If the problem
CONTROL BACK the command is sent persists, contact Steelco customer
20
DOOR ? service
Check the safety pressure switch and
Generating pressure too high,
GENERATOR OVER contactors (if faulty replace).
21 pressure switch failure, heating
PRESSURE If the problem persists, contact
contactors jammed
Steelco customer service
Check water line, that bottlenecks
WATER PUMP SWITCH Thermal protection of the water are free, reset the thermal (control
22
FAIL pump motor intervened phases). If the problem persists,
contact Steelco customer service

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Description of the trouble

ID Error message Suggested solution
and its possible cause
LOCK/UNLOCK Check the analog outputs on the
23
FRONT FAIL PLC and the integrity of the reel of
Piston lock released on the rail door
LOCK/UNLOCK BACK the piston. If the problem persists,
24
FAIL contact Steelco customer service
Switch off and switch on again the
PLC RECORDING The probe does not read or gives no
25 machine. If the problem persists
FIXED PROBE ? data to the PLC.
verify the probe, the converter and
Possible causes:
the analogical card. To replace one
- damaged probe;
PLC RECORDING of these components and to set
26 - converter breakdown;
MOBILE PROBE ? again the measuring system contact
- analogical card breakdown
Steelco customer service
The transducer does not read or gives
no data to the PLC.
PLC RECORDING
27 Possible causes:
PRESS. TRANSD.?
- damaged transducer;
Switch off and switch on again the
- analogical card breakdown
machine. If the problem persists
The two probes of the systems
verify the transductor, the converter
CONTRADICTION (registration, control)
28 and the analogical card. To replace
Probe on ster. provide conflicting readings or one
one of these components and to set
of the two does not provide data to
again the measuring system contact
the PLC
Steelco customer service
Possible causes:
PRESSURE
29 - damaged probe;
TRASDUCTOR FAIL
- converter breakdown;
- analogical card breakdown
CHECKSUM Machine lock set by constructor or
30 RECORD.+CONTROL malfunctioning of the motherboard Contact Steelco customer service
PLC? PLC
MASTER/SLAVE Absence of communication between
31 Check Ethernet cable connecting
CONTROL FAIL Master and Slave
Master and Slave, and that the
SLAVE/MASTER Absence of communication between
32 connection is in RUN mode
CONTROL FAIL Slave and Master
Check the presence of steam in line,
Steam pneumatic valve broken or and pneumatic valve. If the problem
33 NO LINE STEAM !!
absence of steam in-line persists, contact Steelco customer
service
Verify:
1) the presence of water in the feed
There is no water in the feed line. circuit upside the appliance;
Possible causes: 2) that the interceptions upside the
1) there is no water in the circuit machine are open;
upside the appliance; 3) that the no return valve is not
34 NO LINE WATER !! 2) the water pressure is not locked;
sufficient; 4) that the pressure and the water
3) the water flow is not sufficient; flow are according to the field
4) the pressure switch does not specified by the manufacturer;
work efficiently 5) the efficiency of the water in line
pressure switch and, if necessary,
replace it

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Description of the trouble

ID Error message Suggested solution
and its possible cause
Signalizes there is no compressed air
Verify:
in the feed line.
1) the compressed air supply circuit
Possible causes:
upside the appliance;
1) there is no compressed air in the
2) that the pressure and the
circuit upside the appliance;
COMPRESSED AIR compressed air capacity are
35 2) the compressed air pressure is
FAILURE! according to the field specified by
not sufficient;
the manufacturer;
3) the compressed air capacity is
3) the efficiency of the compressed
not sufficient;
air in line pressure switch and, if
4) the pressure switch does not
necessary, replace it.
work efficiently
Open the electric panel and reset the
A motor safety thermal device thermal device intervened before. If
36 THERMAL CUT-OUT !!
intervened the problem persists, contact Steelco
customer service
EMERGENCY The emergency button has been Reset the normal state unlocking the
37
BUTTON!!! pushed emergency button
The machine can not load water.
Possible causes:
Verify:
1) the pump safety devices upside
1) the fuses or the thermal device of
the machine have intervened;
the water pump;
2) the water pump does not work;
2) the efficiency of the water pump;
3) the water load contact switch
3) any obstruction of the tube or
does not work;
the filter which takes water to the
FEED-WATER 4) the tube or the filter which takes
38 pump
PROBLEMS !! water to the pump is obstructed;
4) any obstruction of the tube
5) the tube which comes out of the
which comes out of the pump;
pump is obstructed;
5) the efficiency of the level control
6) the level control device does not
device;
work;
6) the efficiency of the level control
7) the level control probes are
probes
encrusted and can not feel the
presence of the water
The gasket is not pressurized.
Possible causes:
Verify:
1) the door gasket is worn or
1) the state of the gasket;
damaged;
2) any obstruction in the gasket
PROBLEMS WITH 2) the gasket inlet pipe is
39 inlet pipe;
GASKET SEAL!! obstructed;
3) the efficiency of the gasket steam
3) the gasket steam inlet valve does
valve;
not work;
4) the seal of the gasket drain circuit
4) there are some leaks in the
gasket drain circuit

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Description of the trouble

ID Error message Suggested solution
and its possible cause
The door is not closed or the door
closed signal does not reach the
control PLC.
FRONT DOOR NOT
40 Possible causes:
CLOSED !! 1) check the door has been closed;
1) the door has not been closed by
2) Verify:
the operator;
- the efficiency of the door stop
2) the door closing stop device is
device;
damaged and can not feel the door
- the efficiency of the PLC input
coming;
device;
3) the signal of the stop device is
BACK DOOR NOT - the door movement.
41 not managed by the PLC input card;
CLOSED ! 4) the door is out of its guide;
5) the door is not allowed to close
completely.
Failure of connection between the
PRESSURE CONTROL Check and replace the pressure
42 transducer and the PLC. Defective
TRASD. FAIL transducer or the analog inputs card
transducer or analog input card
PLC does not receive positive
Check :
feedback from the vacuum pump:
- Contactors
1) The pump is not working;
43 VACUUM PUMP FAIL - Command circuit
2) The pump is working but there is
- Vacuum pump motor
a problem between the aux contact
and the PLC

VACUUM PUMP The thermal protection of the pump’s Check the motor, the pump and
44
SWITCH FAIL motor intervened related piping and circuits

Inconsistency between the maximum

Clean the sensors and control devices
WATER LEVEL and minimum levels of water
45 level. If the problem persists, contact
MISMATCH (maximum level reached before the
Steelco customer service
minimum)
FAIL DOOR IN
CYCLE (* this alarm
No pressure in the door gaskets Check the gasket, the pressurizing
is not enabled
46 during the cycle circuit, the pressure switch and the
when gaskets
steam inlet valve
pressurization is with
compressed air)
GENERATOR Check the discharge pneumatic valve
47 Discharge pneumatic valve jammed
DISCHARGE FAIL and dedicated output on the PLC

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Description of the trouble
ID Error message
and its possible cause
The machine can not heat the jacket
in the time set before.
Possible causes:
1) the steam line is closed;
2) wrong data setting;
3) problem in the circuit taking
steam to the jacket;
4) the water in the generator is
not sufficient to grant the quantity
of steam that is necessary for the
JACKET HEATING
48 heating;
TIME??
5) there is too much water in the
generator: it invades the jacket
causing a fall in temperature;
6) problem in the heating device;
7) the jacket condensers are
obstructed and do not drain the
air or the condense present in the
jacket/generator;
8) the system surveying
temperature is not calibrated
The machine can not make the
vacuum in the chamber in the time
set before.
Possible causes:
1) wrong data setting;
2) problem in the chamber suction
CHAMBER VACUUM
50 circuit;
TIME ??
3) the transducer and the analogical
card are not efficient;
4) the vacuum pump liquid ring is
not formed by water;
5) leak in the gasket or in the
hydraulic circuit
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Suggested solution
Verify:
1) that the steam delivery pipes are
open;
2) that the data set are correct;
3) the efficiency of the circuit valves;
4) that there are no obstructions in
the circuit pipe;
5) that there are no leaks in the
circuit;
6) the efficiency of the level control;
7) the efficiency of the heating
device;
8) the efficiency of the jacket
condensers;
set the measuring system
Verify:
1) that the data are correctly set;
2) the efficiency of the valves of the
chamber suction circuit;
3) that there are no obstructions or
leaks in the hydraulic circuit;
4) the efficiency of the transducer
and/or of the analogical card
comparing the values read by the
system to those read by the dial
manometers;
5) the efficiency of the valve
supplying water for the liquid ring
of the vacuum pump;
6) the condition of the gasket and, if
necessary, replace it.
NOTE: if the transducer and/or the
analogical card are replaced, the
measuring system must be calibrated
again
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Description of the trouble

ID Error message Suggested solution
and its possible cause
Verify:
1) that the data are correctly set;
2) the efficiency of the transducer
The machine can not reach the right
and/or of the analogical card by
pressure value in the chamber in the
comparing the values read by the
time set before.
system to those read by the dial
Possible causes:
manometers;
1) wrong data setting
CHAMBER PRESSURE 3) the efficiency of the circuit valves;
51 2) the transducer and the analogical
TIME ?? 4) that there are no obstructions in
card are not efficient;
the circuit;
3) problem in the circuit taking
5) the efficiency of the condensate
steam in the chamber
drain system.
4) the condensate drain system is
NOTE: if the transducer and/or the
not efficient
analogical card are replaced, the
measuring system must be calibrated
again
The sterilization phase lasted longer
1) control if any alarm arose during
than the MAX time set.
the phase;
Possible causes:
2) try to start the cycle again. If the
1) during the phase the electricity
problem persists, contact Steelco
OUT OF STERILIZING missed for a period;
52 customer service;
TIME ? 2) a problem in the heating element
Verify:
causes a fall in temperature
3) the efficiency of the heating
and stops the counting of the
element;
sterilization time;
4) that the data are correctly set.
3) the MAX time set was too short
TIME-OUT re-balancing atmospheric
pressure.
OPENING CONDITION Check the transducer, the filter or the
53 Chamber pressure transducer not
TIME ?? intake valve. Replace if necessary
working, filter clogged or pneumatic
valve air intake jammed
The machine can not drain the
Verify:
chamber in the set time.
1) that the data are correctly set;
DISCHARGE Possible causes:
54 2) the efficiency of the circuit valves;
CHAMBER TIME ?? 1) wrong data setting;
3) that there are no obstructions in
2) problems in the chamber drain
the circuit pipes
circuit
During the sterilization phase the
temperature fell below the minimum
value set. Set the system.
Possible causes: Verify:
1) the steam line has been closed; 1) that the steam pipes are open;
STERILIZATION
55 2) during the sterilization phase 2) that the data are correctly set;
TEMPERAT. LOW
water was loaded; 3) the efficiency of the heating
3) the measuring system is not element;
calibrated; 4) the efficiency of the circuit valves
4) problem on the heating element;
5) leak in the chamber drain circuit

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Description of the trouble

ID Error message Suggested solution
and its possible cause
During the sterilization phase the
temperature went over the maximum
value set.
Set the measuring system;
STERILIZATION Possible causes:
56 verify the condition of the gasket
TEMPERAT. HIGH 1) the measuring system is not
and, if necessary, replace it
calibrated;
2) leak in the gasket toward the
chamber
During the vacuum test the
machine cannot keep the leak
under the limit set previously due Check the efficiency of all the
57 VACUUM TEST FAIL
to a leak in the hydraulic circuit components involved
or chamber connections, gaskets,
valves, etc.
TIME-OUT re-balancing atmospheric
pressure.
ATMOSPHERE Check and if necessary unlock the
58 Chamber pressure transducer not
CONDITION TIME filter or the intake valve
working, filter or pneumatic valve air
intake jammed
The machine can not unload the
Verify:
gasket in the time set before.
1) that the data are correctly set;
UNLOAD GASKET Possible causes:
59 2) the efficiency of the circuit valves;
TIME ?? 1) wrong data setting;
3) that there are no obstructions in
2) problem in the gasket unload
the circuit of cooling
circuit
The air detector alarm was not
AIR DETECTOR TEST Check the air detecting device and
60 triggered although the alarm
FAIL the measuring system
conditions were simulated
The heating of the generator was ON
GENERATOR SUPPLY Check the exhaust condensation,
61 too long compared to the value of
FAIL heating control contactors
TIME-OUT set
COOLING NOT
62 Phase not executable Check the settings of the cycle
POSSIBLE
ENERGY LACK Power supply was interrupted while
63 Push the start button
DURING CYCLE! the machine was in cycle
Check air supply, and associated
64 COMPR.AIR FAULT No compressed air
pneumatic valves
Absence of communication from the Check probe connections and relative
65 AIR FILTER PROBE??
temperature sensor to the PLC input board
PUMP FILTER Absence of communication from the Check connections and pump probe
66
PROBE?? temperature sensor to the pump PLC relative input board
TIME HEATING AIR
67
FILTER! The temperature of the device is not Check the heater and related PLC
TIME HEATING PUMP reached in foreseen time outputs
68
FILTER
GENERATOR LEVEL Check water supply, valves and level
69 No water; generator level probe
ALARM! probe

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Description of the trouble

ID Error message Suggested solution
and its possible cause
DOOR HEATING Check fuses of door resistors, check
Set up temperature has not been
70 (FORMALDEHYDE digital thermostat installed on the
reached within the set up timeframe
VERSION) power panel board.
Set up temperature for Vaporizer Check mechanical thermostat on the
FORMALDEHYDE
71 has not been reached within set up. vaporizer, check pneumatic valve for
VAPORIZER
timeframe vaporizer steam feeding.
FORMALDEHYDE Check flusher and formaldehyde
72 No signal from formaldehyde flusher
DOSING SYSTEM circuit piping.
FORMALDEHYDE Check the switch, located behind the
73 Defects on Bottle slot
BOTTLE, NOT OK bottleneck support
FORMALDEHYDE Check circuit of Formaldehyde supply
74 Flusher pulse out of injection pace
LEAKAGE to vaporizer
Check needles piston functioning,
FORMALDEHYDE Bottle unlocking procedure has not
75 check switch (behind the bottleneck
BOTTLE UNLOCKING been completed successfully
support) functioning.
TEMP PROBLEM ON
76* Temperature problem on air filter
AIR FILTER
Check probe PT1000
TEMP PROBLEM ON
77* Temperature problem on pump filter
PUMP FILTER
INCONSISTENCY ON
Low level value missing (in presence Check the low level probe
78* FORMALDEHYDE
of high level) functioning and balance if required
SENSOR
Check for valve closure before
VALVE CLOSURE, VHP
79 Pneumatic Valve closure check Failed. VHP injection, check for proper
MACHINE
functioning of valve end-stroke.

*With software 01.09.S4- 76, 77and 78 alarms are replaced with below list.
Missing communication between
76* WATCH DOG VHP
sterilizer and VHP generator Check for proper connections
VHP VHP communication is experiencing between PLC and VHP generator
77*
COMMUNICATION problems
Read “DIAGNOSTIC” in HAKKO (MAIN
MENU>UTILITY>DIAGNOSTIC> VHP)
78* VHP ALARM Alarm signal in VHP generator
(once the problem is solved, VHP
must be restart)

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4. RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST

Suggested
order
quantities
CODE DESCRIPTION SUGGESTED ACTIVITY per each
autoclave
1 2
year years
088500500 Thermal paper Replace when needed 50 100
Replace every 12 months or 2000
I04099 Air filter 1 2
cycles
Replace every 6 months or 1000
I04838 Door gasket 4 8
cycles
I07405 Silicon gasket for 3/4” TC Replace every 12 months 10 20
I07488 Silicon gasket for 3” TC Replace every 12 months 1 2
I04013 Pressure switch Steam line Replace once per year 1 2
I18035 Pressure switch Chamber Replace once per year 1 2
I04019 Pressure switch Generator max Replace once per year 1 2
I01918 Safety valve 3,7 BAR Replace once per two years - 1
I01917 Safety valve 2,7 BAR Replace once per two years - 2
I04129 Heater contactor Replace once per two years - 4
I17499 Pressure transducer 0/4 Bar 4-20 mA Replace when needed - 1
For VS10/12 to be replaced when
I19607 Vacuum pump - 1
needed
For VS6/8 to be replaced when
I04058 Vacuum pump - 1
needed
For VS4 to be replaced when
I04059 Vacuum pump - 1
needed
I04152 Water load pump Replace when needed - 1
H0067700A Water level probe Replace when needed - 1
I02000 Pneumatic valve 1/2” Replace when needed - 1
I02001 Pneumatic valve 3/4” Replace when needed - 1
I17710 Jacket PT 1000 probe Te23 Replace when needed - 1
I17711 Chamber PT 1000 probe Te22-27 Replace when needed - 1
I01915 Generator water level switch Replace when needed - 1
I04073 DAT 3010 MOD. I/O Replace when needed - 1
8 KW VS 4 steam generator to be
I04103 Heating elements 1 2
replaced when needed
12 KW VS 6 and VS 8 steam
I04104 Heating elements generator to be replaced when 1 2
needed
H9012200A Heating elements gasket for all heating elements size 1 2
I177736 Printer PLUS4 Replace when needed - 1
I18036 Pressure switch Door gasket Replace when needed - 1
I18039 Pressure switch Air Replace when needed - 1
I18038 Pressure switch Water line Replace once per year - 1

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5. MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

MONTHS
ID ITEM ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
6 12 18 24
1 Verify the general conditions.
2 C51 Drain the generator.
3 F80 Replace Air filter.
4 Check the electrical connections and possibly tighten the contacts.
5 Clean the chamber and verify the drain filter.
6 Replace door gaskets.
7.1 F70
7 Check, clean or evenly change the fill water filter.
7.2 F70A
8 Replace TC chamber gasket.
9.1 PS52
9 9.2 PS41 Replace the pressure switch.
9.3 PS80
10 Check the tightness of the door closing system
11 Fo41 Check for obstructions in the steam inlet line
12.1 PSV31
12 12.2 PSV41 Replace the safety valves.
12.3 PSV51
13.1 LE51
Check, clean and if necessary replace the generator level probe.
13.2 LE52
Check the state of cleaning and if necessary clean the limestone
13.3
deposits from the generator.
13.4 Replace probes level TC gasket.
13
13.5 Z51 Verify the integrity of the electrical resistances gaskets.
13.6 5KM51 Every two years replacement of the contactor resistance.
13.7 2SL51
Levels relays functional check.
13.8 2SL52
13.9 PI51 Verify Operation and eventual substitution of generator's gauge.
14 2GD1 Check the supply voltage 230-500Vac 24Vdc.
15.1 TS70
15 Check and verify ECO temperatures setting.
15.2 TS70A
16 Check the hydraulic connections and possibly repair the leaks.
17 Perform functional cycles.
18.1 PSV31
18 18.2 PSV41 Check no leaks on the safety valves.
18.3 PSV51
19.1 12SH1
19 Check the functionality of the emergency button.
19.2 12SH2
20.1 ZS01
20 20.2 ZS03 Check the functioning of the microswitches and Doors Safety tile.
20.3 ZS05

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MONTHS
ID ITEM ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
6 12 18 24
21.1 PI41
21 Verify Operation and eventual substitution of gauges.
21.2 PI43
22 Check the relationship between temperature and pressure.
23 10PR1 Check the printer.
24.1 TE22 Verification and possible calibration of the chamber temperature
24
24.2 TE27 probes.

Table 2 – Maintenance checklist

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6. ATTACHMENTS

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6.11. P&ID Drawing

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6.12. Installation Drawing

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6.13. Electrical drawing

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6.14. Additional Drawing

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 SALES AND ASSISTANCE REFERENCES
Steelco S.p.A.
Via Balegante, 27
31039 Riese Pio X (TV)
www.steelcospa.com
Tel. 0039 0423 7561
Fax 0039 0423 755528

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