M3 Sterilizer Error Code Explanation
If a system malfunction is detected during a cycle, a numeric error code will appear on the display panel. Each digit in the error code provides information about the problem that occurred.
Example:
First Digit = Where
The first digit indicates the component or system where the problem occurred. (example: 3 = Door Switch)
Second Digit = What
The second digit indicates what problem or symptom was detected. (example: 8 = Open)
Third Digit = When
The third digit indicates when the problem was detected. (example: 2 = Fill Mode)
* 0 is used in the 100 series error codes to indicate the STOP key was pressed.
|
First Digit (Component) |
Second Digit (Problem) |
Third Digit (Mode) |
|
0 = General System |
0 (Blank) * |
0 = Power-Up Mode |
|
1 = Stop Button |
1 = Power Loss |
1 = Select Cycle Mode |
|
2 = Water Level Sensor |
2 = Closed |
2 = Fill Mode |
|
3 = Door Switch |
3 = Low |
3 = Heat Up Mode |
|
4 = Ext. Condensing Tank |
4 = High |
4 = Sterilizing Mode |
|
5 = Temperature Sensor |
5 = Tray Switch Open |
5 = Vent Mode |
|
6 = Pressure Sensor |
6 = Hardware |
6 = Open Mode |
|
7 = Boiler Temperature |
7 = Over Limit |
7 = Dry Mode |
|
8 = Dryer Temperature |
8 = Open |
8 = Complete Mode |
|
9 = High Limit Thermostat |
9 = (not used) |
9 = Misc. |
