A steris field service technician arrived onsite, inspected the system, and identified the proximity sensors required adjustment.Additionally the technician was notified that operators would intervene to ensure a proper transition of the baskets on the conveyor system.The operator manual for the scs automated conveyor states, "warning - personal injury and/or equipment damage hazard: conveyors are never turned off unless conveyor power supply on/off switch or building circuit breaker is in off position." additionally, "warning - personal injury hazard: risk of crushing or pinching fingers or hands.Keep hands away from any moving part or baskets.Baskets, rollers, feed-in cylinders and feed-out cylinders can start in motion at any time during operation." "in case of an emergency situation involving conveyors.Depressurize scs load/unload conveyors by pressing emergency stop pushbutton on washer." steris has reviewed the operator manual warnings with the user facility to ensure proper use and operation of the conveyor system.A follow-up report will be submitted if additional information becomes available.
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