Cawomat 2000 IR - User manual
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1. 7 yrs For re use recycling or disposal of used apparatus and for recycling instructions please contact your local service organization 1 Take note of the relevant Material Safety Data Sheets 2 Threshold limit value for chemical substances in the work environment as adopted by the ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Hygienists 27 Printed in Belgium Published by CAWO Photochemisches Werk GmbH D 86521 Schrobenhausen Germany 1221G EN 200708012. setting is 3 A Do not touch the switches with wet fingers 1221G EN 20070801 Switching the Cawomat 2000 IR on Before starting up Prior to starting up ensure that the machine is connected to the local power supply the machine cover and the dryer cover are attached the feed table and exit tray are clean the water and replenishment bottles are filled The processor will automatically be switched off if the dryer assembly cover or the processor cover is not properly closed Safety pin for processor and dryer covers Switching the Cawomat 2000 IR on A Do not work with wet fingers 1 Plug the power cord into the wall outlet 2 Check whether the replenishment bottles are full enough and examine the level in the waste bottles A Only switch on the processor with full tanks 1221G EN 20070801 SSS 11 3 Turn off all lights but the darkroom safelight 4 Switch the processor on by pressing the power switch to position P A Do not touch the switch with wet fingers l Use this key to switch the Cawomat 2000 IR on O The processor will automatically be switched off if the dryer assembly cover or the processor cover is not properly closed 5 Wait for about 7 minutes to achieve the appropriate operating temperature Additional replenishment If the processor has been idle for more than 24 hours press the manual replen ishment key to initiate an addi
3. tank covers pumps and tanks are color coded to prevent contamination of the chemicals and for ease of assembly after cleaning They must be returned to their proper location after cleaning color Rollers Developer Red 1 2 Fixer Blue 3 4 Water White 5 6 You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care to wear protective gloves and an apron to protect your clothing and to wear protective glasses for your safety Always conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals 1221G EN 20070801 1221G EN 20070801 Troubleshooting In this document only the basic troubleshooting actions are mentioned We refer to the Cawomat 2000 IR Reference manual for a detailed overview of what to do in case of film or machine faults A In case of faults it is advisable to turn the machine off briefly and then on again This may correct the problem Do not work with wet fingers Possible corrective actions for film and or machine faults A Check that the dryer assembly cover and the processor cover are firmly in place Check the replenishment bottles and tanks and if necessary replace the fixer and developer chemicals Check and clean the feed tray the exit tray the tanks the rollers the pump drive system and the pumps Check that the machine is level Check and if necessary adjust the replenishment rates for the chemicals and the dryer temperature If necessary call techni
4. 9x 12 cm Films of this size have to be fed diagonally Do not process rollfilms nor mammographic films You can feed the next film when the LED goes out Films are processed for about three minutes and then discharged at the front and placed on the receiving tray 1221G EN 20070801 Replenishment Preparation of chemicals Only use ready packed concentrates G 153 G 353 or G 354 that are suita ble for machine processing 1 Clean the replenishment bottles with tap water prior to filling them with fresh chemicals 2 Carefully follow the preparation instructions on or in the packages 3 Fill the replenishment bottles with freshly prepared solutions only The replenishment bottles are distinguished by valves of different colors e Developer red Fixer blue Water white 4 Place the bottles in the identically colored openings The tanks are filled automatically You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care to wear protective gloves and an apron to protect your clothing and to wear protective glasses for your safety Always conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals 1221G EN 20070801 18 Additional replenishment If the machine has been left idle for more than about one day you should briefly press the replenishment key once Use this key to activate an additional replenishment Wait about three minutes until the LED goes
5. Cawomat 2000 IR User manual CAWO Photochemisches Werk GmbH 2007 No parts of this document may be reproduced copied adapted or transmitted in any form or by any means without the written permission of CAWO Photochemisches Werk GmbH CAWO Photochemisches Werk GmbH makes no warranties or representation expressed or implied with respect to the accuracy completeness or usefulness of the information contained in this document and spe cifically disclaims warranties of suitability for any particular purpose CAWO Photochemisches Werk GmbH shall under no circumstances be liable for any damage arising from the use or inability to use any informa tion Cawomat 2000 IR method or process disclosed in this document CAWO Photochemisches Werk GmbH reserves the right to make changes to this document without prior notice CAWO Photochemisches Werk GmbH P O Box 1129 D 86521 Schrobenhausen Germany Cawomat 2000 IR is a trademark of CAWO Photochemisches Werk GmbH 1221G EN 20070801 1221G EN 20070801 Chapter 1 Introducing the Cawomat 2000 IR Appendix A Equipment information sheet Table of contents Cawomat 2000 IR features iseia een Safety precautions Safety compliance The user interface Switching the Cawomat 2000 IR on Switching the Cawomat 2000 IR ff nennen Chapter 2 Getting started oooooooconnnncccnnnoncccnnnncncnnnnncnnnnnnononon nano cnn no nara cnn nana nennen 15 Using the machine Re
6. Standard 1950 and UL 122 with CSA 22 2 N 950 and with the regula tions on radio interference suppression USA Standard FCC 47 Part 15 Class A e Only applicable to North America The Cawomat 2000 IR is UL and cUL certified Warning The Cawomat 2000 IR generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the user manual may cause interference with radio communications The Cawomat 2000 IR has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasona ble protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environ ment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user will be required to take at his own expense whatever measures may be required to correct the interference 10 The user interface Red ON OFF power switch Position I turns the processor ON Position 0 switches the processor OFF The manual replenishment key allows the user to initiate an additional replenishment cycle during which a red indicator light is illuminated The light is also illuminated during film feed The 6 step switch controls the dryer temperature This enables the dryer temperature to be adjusted to particular environment conditions humidity and ambient temperature The normal
7. als Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation where the processor is installed i e air exchange that is at least ten times the space volume per hour Always comply with the installation instructions Regularly check all connections to the processor for tightness If liquid gets into the inside of the processor due to spills disconnect the proces sor from the mains immediately and have the device cleaned thoroughly by service personnel Collect spent chemicals in separate containers and suspend hose pipes ata sloping angle without any kinks A Make sure that the hose pipes do not come into contact with the liquid in the container A Do not use additional chlorine or chlorine containing substances inside the processor The use of additional chlorine or chlorine containing substances can lead to irreversible damage of the equipment Using these substances may void the manufacturers warranty 1221G EN 20070801 1221G EN 20070801 Safety compliance The Cawomat 2000 IR complies with the VDE 0805 EN 60950 IEC 950 safety regulations and with the European regulations on radio interference suppression EN 55022 Class B and CISPR Publication 22 1990 Level B e The non return water connection system complies with the DIN 1988 standards e The Cawomat 2000 IR carries the CE label Only applicable to North America The Cawomat 2000 IR has been constructed in accordance with the safety regula tions UL
8. cal service Do not put films on or near the dryer Films can get fogged when placed on the dryer gt DE y D N Wy Wal DE Y HE A Up e PD Hi S N 21 22 Functional diagram Developer tank 0 9 I 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 Feed tray 8 Fixer tank 0 9 I 2 Film scanner for replenishment 9 Water tank 0 9 I 3 Developer replenishment bottle 5 I 10 Squeegee roller assembly 4 Fixer replenishment bottle 5 11 Cross blowing fan 5 Water replenishment bottle 5 I 12 Infrared dryer 6 Dryer transport roller assembly 13 Exit tray 7 Exposed film is inserted directly into the feed slot at the left side of the proces sor The film passes the film scanner regulating the replenishment and dryer systems and then passes through the developer the fixer and the wash water tanks After drying the film leaves the dryer section and is deposited on the exit tray 1221G EN 20070801 24 Specifications Product description Type of product Medical film processor Commercial name Cawomat 2000 IR Model number 9462 305 345 Type Table top model Original seller manufacturer Agfa HealthCare NV Mortsel Labelling CE Type 305 93 42 EEC Medical Devices Europe TUV Type 305 EN 60950 DIN 1988 Germany ULc Type 345 UL 1950 CSA 22 2 No 950 US Dimensio
9. lt value upon installation Fixer tank 34 C 25 26 Replenishment rates default values upon installation Developer 600 ml m Fixer 750 ml m Water 900 ml m Film characteristics Smallest film size 100 x 100 mm or 90 x 120 mm Max film width 360 mm max format 350 x 430 mm Physical emissions Noise emission sound power level according to ISO 7779 During film processing 55 dB A Standby 46 dB A Magnetic field 1 5 mT max Radio frequency emission according to CE requirement Heat emission During film processing total 1800 kJ h into the room 1800 kJ h Standby total 650 kJ h into the room 650 kJ h Chemical emissions equipment amp consumables Depending on processing conditions and type of chemicals in direct surroundings of equipment when using recommended chemicals and if installed according to instructions SO sulfur dioxide CH3COOH acetic acid below TLV values Process data Output 60 films per hour 240 x 300 mm format Processing time 137 seconds from dry to dry Film transport speed 280 mm min 1221G EN 20070801 1221G EN 20070801 Drying system Infrared drying 6 levels air throughput about 80 m h End of Life Estimated product life if regularly serviced and maintained according to CAWO instructions
10. nk If weekly processing is less than 80 films drain and clean tanks Each week and replace spent chemicals in the replenishment bottles If weekly processing is more than 80 films perform the above tasks every two weeks Each month Clean the squeegee rollers dryer assembly You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care to wear protective gloves and an apron to protect your clothing and to wear protective glasses for your safety Always conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals 19 20 General cleaning directions We refer to the Reference manual for a description of the cleaning proce dure When cleaning the Cawomat 2000 IR always take into account the following points Always disconnect the power cord from the outlet A Do not work with wet fingers Never use hot water The highest temperature allowed is 40 C e Avoid contact with chemicals The electric wiring to the tank heaters is permanent Do not disconnect the wires Never clean the machine chassis and plastic parts of the tank heaters in running water Always wipe off with a damp cloth A Do not use additional chlorine or chlorine containing substances inside the processor The use of additional chlorine or chlorine containing substances can lead to irreversible damage of the equipment Using these substances may void the manufacturers warranty The replenishment bottles bottle valves bottle receptacles
11. ns Length receiving tray and feed table excluded IM es tray and feed table 1090 mm Width 650 mm Height receiving tray excluded 370 mm Height receiving tray included 400 mm Weight Unpacked amp empty 56 kg Packed with accessories 88 5 kg Materials refer to the recycling instructions manual for a complete overview of materials Equipment does not contain as a constituent element CFC or HCFC Asbestos PCB or PCT Mercury Cadmium Lead as additive to plastic parts Plastic parts gt 50 g are marked in accordance with ISO 11469 1221G EN 20070801 1221G EN 20070801 Electrical connection ABC 342XN Type 9462 305 200 208 230 240 V 50 Hz 60 Hz 8A CE amp TUV ABC 342ZR Type 9462 345 100 120 V 60 Hz 9 A UL Power consumption Standby 180 W During film processing 500 W max 1700 W Environmental conditions Relative humidity 10 80 non condensing Room temperature 15 C 30 C Recommended consumables Developer Agfa G 153 X ray developer Fixer G 353 or G 354 X ray fixer Film all general X ray films Water tap water Tank volumes Developer tank 0 91 Fixer tank 0 91 Water tank 0 91 Replenishment bottles 5 each optional 2 5 I Developer temperature default value up on installation Developer tank 34 C Fixer temperature defau
12. out before feeding the next film Replenishment rates The Cawomat 2000 IR processor features an automatic replenishment system in which the replenishment cycle is controlled by the length of the film The replenishment pumps have been factory set for average replenishment rates based on processing 240 x 300 mm films If you will be processing either mainly larger or smaller sizes it will be necessary to adjust the pumps Checking the replenishment rates is required in the following circumstances After installation of the machine After replacement of the pumps Ifthe standard film size is altered Each of the three replenishment bottles has its own replenishment rate Refer to the Cawomat 2000 IR reference manual for detailed procedures on how to check and adjust the replenishment rates You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care to wear protective gloves and an apron to protect your clothing and to wear protective glasses for your safety Always conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals 1221G EN 20070801 1221G EN 20070801 Cleaning Cleaning frequency Cleaning according to the following routine is required Interval Maintenance work At the end of every day s work remove the water replenishment Each day bottle and pour out the water remove the developer replenishment bottle and open the machine cover slightly Drain and clean the wash water ta
13. plenishment Cleaning Troubleshooting Functional diagram ee Ve 1022 eIn T E EE EE EL ELTERR NEN 1221G EN 20070801 Cawomat 2000 IR features The Cawomat 2000 IR is a most up to date table top processor designed to han dle all types of medical X Ray film except for mammographic films suitable for rapid processing All operations are programmed and each step takes place automatically The complete throughput drying included takes only 125 seconds The Cawomat 2000 IR offers the following features Automatic film processing Easy to handle compact in size light in weight No installation cost Low operating costs Easy maintenance and cleaning Simplicity of use Ease of servicing and environmental protection 1221G EN 20070801 1221G EN 20070801 Safety precautions General safety instructions The processor was designed for processing medical X ray films except for mam mographic films and rollfilms and should only be used for this purpose The processor may only be operated by qualified staff skilled on the machine Make sure that only authorized personnel has access to the processor Only trained and authorized service personnel can make repairs or changes to the processor If there is visible damage to the machine casing the processor should not be started or used Do not override or disconnect the integrated safety features Disconnec
14. t the processor from the mains before performing any maintenance activities Like all technical devices the processor must be operated cared for and ser viced correctly as described in the documentation provided with the machine If the processor is not operated correctly or if you do not have it serviced correctly CAWO is not liable for resulting disturbances damages or injuries When installing the processor care must be taken to ensure that there is either a mains plug or an all cable disconnecting device in the internal installation fitted near the processor and that it is easily accessible If connections with other components or assemblies are made CAWO can guar antee safety only for combinations which are approved by CAWO If you notice conspicuous smoke or noise disconnect the processor immediately An earth leakage breaker must be built into the electrical circuit Ij lt 30 mA Special instructions for the handling of chemicals When handling chemicals you must observe safety and environmental regula tions as well as the operating and warning instructions accompanying the chemi cals Wear stipulated protective clothing and safety goggles When disposing of chemicals and waste water you must comply with the local regulations concerning waste water and environmental protection If chemicals get into your eyes immediately rinse your eyes with cold water and consult a physician Do not inhale vapor from chemic
15. tional replenishment period of 3 minutes Use this key to activate an additional replenishment 12210 EN 20070801 1221G EN 20070801 Switching the Cawomat 2000 IR off After work or at the end of the day switch off the Cawomat 2000 IR as follows 1 Switch off the processor and disconnect the power cord from the outlet A Do not work with wet fingers Do not switch the machine off during film transport Use this key to switch the Cawomat 2000 IR off O 2 Remove the developer replenishment bottle marked by a red dot to stop unnecessary oxidation 3 Remove the water replenishment bottle marked by a white dot and pour out the water to prevent the forming of algae 4 Slightly raise the processor cover to prevent condensation of chemicals 13 14 1221G EN 20070801 16 Using the machine Selecting the dryer level Set the multi position switch to the desired drying level Use this key to adjust the dryer The standard drying level position is 3 Feeding a film to the Cawomat 2000 IR A Do not put films on or near the dryer Films can get fogged when placed on the dryer You should first run a cleaning film if the machine has been standing idle for some time Push a film into the feed slot until the LED in the replenishment key shows a red light The maximum film width is 35 cm The smallest size that can be processed is 10 x 10 cm or
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