Professional Ultrasonic Cleaner
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1. 6 Features and Accessories 7 Control Panel Operation 8 Common Cleaning Methods 9 10 Tips for Better Results 1 Operating Guidelines 12 Care and Maintenance 13 Use tap water Special solutions are not necessary in most cases Principles of ultrasonic cleaning Millions of tiny air bubbles are generated within liquid by high frequency vibration The air bubbles burst when in contact with object and dislodge the debris to achieve the cleaning effect A N e Using tap water is sufficient Purified water or distilled water has the same cleaning effect as regular tap water for ultrasonic cleaning e When cleaning silver or copper items where oxidation has darkened the items special solutions such as SeaClean2 needs to be added to the water to remove the oxidation Read the Manual First The Ultra range of ultrasonic cleaners are very easy to use although to get the best from your2. PRODUCTS Tank size Industrial grade ultrasonic transducer Ceramic heater Cooling fan Detachable power cord Moisture proofed PCB with industrial IC 14 11 091 V1 James ULTread B8020 Professional Ultrasonic Cleaner Tank capacity 2000mI Size 18 3 x 15 3 x 7 7 cm 7 2 x 6 0 x 3 0 Longest item that can fit inside the tank is 20 4 cm 8 0 O38 industrial transducer 60W giving 160W cleaning power 60 C temperature limited To protect and keep every part in good condition after working along time Independent power switch and detachable power cord Capable for different working environments with better anti interference performance SPECIFICATION Description Digital Ultrasonic Cleaner Model ULTRA 8020 Tank Capacity 2000 ml Max 1700 ml Min 550 ml Power Supply 160 W AC 220 240V 50HZ Digital Timer Settings 1 to 30 minute full range timer Ultrasonic Frequency 35 000 Hz Tank Material Stainless Steel SUS304 Net Weight 2 2 kg Unit Size LW H 265 x 230 x 180 mm Mains Fuse 3A Only use a 3A ASTA approved to BS1362 fuse TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Precautions 2 3 What cannot be cleaned 3 Applications 4 5 Sample Applications
3. homes Different industries use different fluids inside the container 1 Watch service shops Watch oil to prevent rust 2 Printing shops Acetone is often used to dissolve ink 3 Mobile phone and electronic service shops Pure alcohol to evaporate quickly 4 Homes Rubbing alcohol to remove odor to clean and to disinfect at the same time Avoid any acetone from contacting the plastic housing to prevent corrosion Use Indirect Cleaning and a glass or metal container for acetone Cleaning Method 1 Put the item inside a container Add proper fluid to submerge the area to be cleaned 2 Place the container in the tank directly Add water to a level between MIN and MAX do not overflow 3 Press Time button to set the timer to 10 minutes Press On Off button to start cleaning Ultrasonic waves will penetrate the container and clean the items Selection of container 1 Plastic containers Plastics are soft and will absorb about 30 of ultrasound energy and reduce the cleaning effect Use thin and stiff container to help reduce energy absorbtion 2 Aluminum containers Absorbs about 20 of ultrasonic energy 3 Stainless steel containers Absorbs about 8 of ultrasonic energy ENHANCED CLEANING Debris accumulated over a long period of time greasy or heavily soiled Suitable Locations jewellery makers homes automotive repair shops Cleaning Method 1 Put the items in the cleanin
4. new purchase we recommend you read this User Guide before getting down to any serious cleaning It also contains important safety information as well as practical hints UNPACKING Remove your Ultra 8020 cleaner from its packaging and ensure that along with this User Guide you have the correct mains plug fitted for your supply and you have the specified accessories Retain the packing carton for storage of your unit and also in the unlikely event that the unit needs to be returned for service or repair This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have supervision or have been given instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Unplug this product before filling with water Fill with water only unless otherwise specified by manufacturer to use a special cleaner Do not overfill A Keep it away from children This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given NA supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are aged 8 years and above and supervised Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years Please store the ultrasonic cleaner where it is inacce
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6. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Do not turn on the unit without water in the tank Even though the unit is designed with multiple protections if it is turned on for over 30 seconds without water in the tank it may damage the unit or severely reduce the life of the unit Do not run the unit for extended time or continuously The unit is designed with overheat protection If the unit has been running for 45 minutes it is recommended to stop the unit for about 20 minutes to prolong the life of the unit Do not keep water in the cleaning tank for a long time After cleaning is completed unplug the power cord and pour the dirty water out through the pouring recess Avoid getting the water inside the housing through the vents and causing damage Do not spray water over the housing Use a towel to wipe the tank and the housing dry Do not clean with acid solvents or alcohol This will damage degrade the plastic housing and void your warranty Do not expose the unit under direct sunshine for a long time Keep the unit in a dry cool and ventilated area GUARANTEE Your Ultrasonic Cleaner has been carefully manufactured and 100 tested using high quality assured components It is guaranteed against faulty workmanship and materials for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase In the unlikely event that a failure should occur the unit will be repaired or replaced free of charge when returned postage paid to the address below withi
7. asonic cleaners to clean dental instruments and to remove blood and small particles left on the instruments before disinfection 4 Homes Children or baby items Debris left in the small holes and crevices are difficult to clean Bacteria and molds can grow Using an ultrasonic cleaner will deep clean the items before disinfection Silverware silver copper or brass decorations It s difficult to clean debris hidden in the patterns with regular methods Ultrasonic cleaning with 50ml 3 tablespoons of washing up liquid will clean the debris quickly For silver copper or brass items with oxidation which has darkened the items adding small amount of SeaClean2 solution helps to remove oxidation and using ultrasonic cleaning will restore the shine Crystal glasses and decorations chandeliers Ultrasonic cleaning can bring back the sparkles and make them look like new again Jewellery eyewear watch bands shavers or razors Ultrasonic cleaning can clean the debris in the crevices between the rim and lenses on eyewear between razor blades and on the metal mesh of shavers to keep the blades sharp It is quick and convenient APPLICATIONS Shooting Clubs To reuse brass cartridges Adding special solution such as SeaClean2 solution can make fired brass casings useable and like new again Gun cleaning and care Cleaning guns after shooting is time consuming Using SeaClean2 solution in the water and using ultrasonic cleaners can compl
8. ay Closing the lid will reduce the noise level The LED display will count down to show the remaining cleaning time When it displays G3 0U the cleaning is done To stop cleaning at any time press On Off button The unit is designed with overheating protection to avoid extended and continuous operation for too long When the red light is on the unit will not turn on even if it is forced to The unit will be idle for about 20 minutes and can be restarted after the green light comes on Select one of the 4 cleaning methods recommended earlier a When the heater is needed press the TC button t flashes indicating the heater is turned on When the water reaches 60 C 140 F 0 dims indicating the heater is turned off To ensure safety the unit is designed with dual protections The heater will be turned off automatically if it has been running for 45 minutes b To speed up the mixing when solution is used use degas function Press SET button to set the timer Press Function button illuminates Press On Off to start degassing It changes over to normal cleaning after 90 seconds c When debris smoke is no longer visible cleaning is done If additional cleaning is needed press SET button to reset the timer and repeat the steps above When cleaning is completed unplug the power cord remove the lid and retrieve the items Pour the water out through the pouring recess Clean and wipe the tank dry
9. ches dentures etc pliers handpieces etc SILVER COPPER OR BRASS BABY ITEMS Bearings gears valves Silverware silver copper or Toys baby items tools fuel injectors etc brass decorations etc speech therapy tools etc LAB ITEMS BRASS GUN PARTS PCB INKJET CARTRIDGES PCBs from mobile phones and MP4 ink cartridges etc Test tubes beakers flasks etc Reusable brass gun parts etc FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES Stainless Steel Tank Water Pouring Recess Control Panel Housing Basket Power Socket Power Cord LCQa OONBD CONTROL PANEL AND OPERATIONS 1 Working Status Green Ready G Normal working status ready to use Red Overheat R Under overheat protection 20 minutes or more of waiting time is needed for the light to change from red to green Work can resume afterwards On Off Button After powering on the LED displays 45 38 which is the default time and the unit is ready with the normal working status Press On Off button once and the cleaning starts The cleaning stops when the timer counts down to UL UU If the unit needs to be stopped before the timer runs out press On Off button Function Button Press function button illuminates indicating Degas function is selected Press On Off button to start degassing will flash for 90 seconds then the unit will return to the normal cleaning function Pressing Function button before it ends will st
10. e the lid Press the TC button again to cancel heating when the water temperature has reached 50 C 122 F after 30 minutes dims indicating the heater is turned off When the water temperature reaches 60 C 140 F the heater will turn off automatically To ensure safety the heater will also be turned off automatically after being turned on for 45 minutes 4 Press SET button to set the timer to 15 minutes 5 Press Function button to select the degas function button illuminates Press On Off to start degassing After 90 seconds it changes over to normal cleaning automatically 6 When cleaning is done remove the basket and the items If there are larger quantities of items and some debris remains add 5 minutes and repeat cleaning 7 Change the water and wash the items for 3 minutes in plain tap water to remove the residual chemicals During cleaning debris will come off the items like smoke Water will become murky This method will remove silver or copper oxidation and debris in the decorating patterns and crevices and make the items like new again DOUBLE STRENGTH CONCENTRATE Made from a unique formula containing natural products mixing carefully balanced quantities of seaweed coconut oils and fruit extracts to create a powerful cleaning solution SeaClean2 will expertly clean tarnished items and assist in the removal of carbon rust and dirt from most solid metals precious stones and inkjet cartridges
11. efore immersing into the tank Do not place items too close together in order to prevent scratching through contact with other items Unavoidably the tray absorbs some of the ultrasonic energy which may slightly reduce the effectiveness of the cleaning action Note If in doubt about cleaning any item please check with the product provider or with James Products Limited before using the Ultrasonic Cleaner For more advice please refer to our website www jamesproducts co uk OPERATING GUIDELINES Remove the lid put the items in the basket then put them in the cleaning tank Add water to a level between MIN and MAX and above the area to be cleaned If the unit is turned on without water ultrasonic energy will not be absorbed Once on for over 30 seconds it may damage the unit or severely reduce the life of the unit Connect the power cord to an outlet and turn the switch on LED display shows 5 32 This is the most common timer setting and working state If the timer needs to be adjusted press SET button and W button The timer can be set between 1 to 30 minutes Common cleaning times are 5 10 or 15 minutes Prolonged cleaning time may result in a Loosening of the screws if used b Increasing pre existing cracks c Peeling of coating which was already separated Press On Off button to start cleaning During cleaning buzzing sound can be heard from the cleaning tank indicating that the cleaning is underw
12. ete the cleaning better quicker and easier than traditional methods Mobile Phone and Electronics Service Shops PCB renewal Non operational electronics after falling into water or non operational key pads can be cleaned with ultrasonic cleaners and pure alcohol to recover the functions Watch Service Shops Precision parts cleaning Put small parts in a beaker made of stainless steel or glass and fill with lubricant oil then place the beaker inside the cleaning tank and add water Ultrasonic waves will penetrate the beaker and act on the parts to make them clean Printing Shops Unblocking dried printer heads or ink cartridges Large printers and inkjet printers often have dried printer heads or ink cartridge ports Replacing them with new ones is very costly Adding acetone or SeaClean2 and using an ultrasonic cleaner with a couple of minutes of cleaning will remove the blockage and make them usable again Avoid acetone from contacting the plastic housing to prevent corrosion Use Indirect Cleaning explained later and a glass or metal container for acetone Automotive Repair Shops The Enhanced Cleaning method can be used to clean precision parts such as valves injectors gears and bearings It cleans out debris in tiny holes and crevices effectively SAMPLE APPLICATIONS JEWELLERY PERSONAL ITEMS MEDICAL DENTAL Necklaces rings Shaver heads watch bands Surgical instruments earrings bracelets etc diver s wat
13. g tank directly Do not put the items on top of each other to avoid rubbing during cleaning 2 Add water to a level between MIN and MAX and above the area to be cleaned 3 Add 20 ml 1 tablespoon of washing up liquid 4 Turn the power switch on Press the TC button to turn on the heater X flashes Press the TC button again to cancel the heating when the water temperature reaches 40 C 104 F after about 20 minutes Warm water and dishwashing liquid can soften grease and improve cleaning efficiency 5 Press SET button to set the timer to 10 minutes Press On Off button to start cleaning Grease will dissipate and appear to be like black smoke in the water 6 Clean the tank and add fresh water Wash the items for another 3 minutes to remove the residual debris and any detergent SPECAL CLEANING WITH SEACLEAN2 Silver copper or brass items with oxidation which has darkened the items will need special cleaning Suitable Locations jewellery stores homes shooting clubs Cleaning Method Put the items in the basket and then in the tank add water to a level between MIN and MAX and above the area to be cleaned 2 Add special solution SeaClean2 that can remove silver or copper oxidation according to the ratio recommended typically 1 10 Use special solutions according to the instructions for brass cartridges 3 Turn the power switch on Press TC button to turn on the heater X flashes Clos
14. g the power cord then re insert it to restart the device IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electric appliances basic precautions should always be followed including the following e Read all the instructions before using the appliance e To reduce the risk of injury close supervision is necessary when an appliance is used near children e Only use attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer e Do not use outdoors e To disconnect turn all controls to the off O position then remove plug from outlet Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing or cleaning e To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not put the appliance in water or other liquid Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink e All servicing of this product including transducer replacement is to be conducted by qualified service personnel e Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner e Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment N __ Items Not Suitable for Ultrasonic Cleaning Soft Jewellery Pearls emerald ivory coral agate These items are not hard so scratches may occur during cleaning sea turtle shells etc Welded Plated and Glued I
15. n the guarantee period This guarantee DOES NOT include damage or failure resulting from misuse damage in transit or failure by the user to comply with the Dos and Don ts this list is not exhaustive Your statutory rights under common law are in no way affected by this guarantee James Products Ltd Unit 1 Church Close Business Park Todber Sturminster Newton Dorset DT10 JH England Tel 44 0 1258 820100 Fax 44 0 1258 820550 When returning your unit please call our Returns Department on 44 0 1258 822516 for a RMA Returns Materials Authorisation number Please return your unit in its original packaging along with a covering letter stating when and where you purchased the unit and a description of the problem encountered If the unit is within the guarantee period please enclose proof of purchase LIMITED WARRANTY Consequential and incidental damages including without limitation loss of property and those arising from breach of any express or implied warranty are not the responsibility of James Products Limited and to the extent permitted by law are excluded In accordance with its policy of progressive product design James Products Ltd reserves the right to change product specifications without prior notice Repair or replacement is at the discretion of the manufacturer ames PRODUCTS www jamesproducts co uk Registered in England No 5250754 Registered Office James Products Ltd Unit 1 Church
16. on occurs before cleaning the device if the device is not going to be used for prolonged period after each use recommended The installation of an earth leakage circuit breaker with a rated tripping current of no more than 30 mA provides further protection against an electrical shock The installation should only be carried out by a trained electrician A N To prevent fire hazards please observe the following Never block the vents on the device Keep the vents free from lint hair and other materials Do not place the device on a soft surface such as a bed or a couch where the vents could be blocked Observe the other warnings in the previous section If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AN Other observations e Do not operate the product without filling the tank with water Running dry will damage the unit e Do not plug in the power cord before adding water to the tank To avoid overspill do not fill the tank above the Max line e Do not use solution containing abrasive substances or strong corrosive chemical solution not recommended by the manufacturer or the supplier e Place the device on a dry and flat surface for operation e When the device is subjected to severe electromagnetic interference it may malfunction stop operating or lose control functions If this happens unplu
17. op degassing If additional degassing is needed after it ends then press Function button again Degas When cleaning heavily soiled or greasy items or silver copper or brass items chemical solutions need to be added into the water The solution may form many small droplets and take a long time to dissolve in the water Newly added water may generate many air bubbles on the tank walls These will reduce the cleaning effect in the beginning phase of ultrasonic cleaning Turning on the degas function will dissipate the droplets and the air bubbles usually in 90 seconds and improve cleaning efficiency s Degas Status Illuminated the degas function is selected amp Flashing degassing is underway _ Normal Cleaning Status Illuminated normal cleaning is underway Y Heater Status Press Heater button E flashes indicating the heater is turned on Press Heater button again X dims indicating the heater is turned off 15 4 Working Time Display It counts down after work is started Timer Quick Set Button Press Time button LED display shows 05 03 Each pressing increases the time by 5 minutes V Decreasing Button a When Time is used each pressing reduces the timer by 1 minute b When Temp is used each pressing reduces the set temperature down to the next level c When Oh min is used each pressing reduces the solution set time by 20 minutes 10 TC Button Temperature Cont
18. rol Button Pressing the TC button X flashes indicating the heater is turned on To cancel heating press the TC button again X dims indicating the heater is turned off When the water reaches the set temperature the heater will turn off automatically REGULAR CLEANING Only tap water is needed Suitable Locations Jewellery makers optical labs biology chemical labs homes dental clinics Cleaning Method 1 Add water to the cleaning tank to a level between MIN and MAX lines and above the area to be cleaned 2 Put the items to be cleaned inside the basket and put the basket inside the tank 3 Turn the power switch on Press SET button to set the timer to 5 10 minutes Press On Off button to start cleaning Notes on using the basket 1 The basket reduces the friction between the items and the tank but a plastic basket absorbs about 30 of ultrasonic energy and reduces the cleaning effect 2 When the items are relatively large and have greasy debris they can be put in the tank directly 3 During cleaning dirt will come off like smoke and the water will become murky over time When smoke stops coming the cleaning is basically done Replace the water to wash other items INDIRECT CLEANING Put the items in a separate container Use ultrasonic waves to penetrate the container to do the cleaning Suitable Locations watch service shops printing shops mobile phone and electronics service shops
19. ssible by children Danger to children Danger for death through suffocation Keep packaging material away from children This appliance should not be used by children Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children AN To prevent life threatening electrical shock please observe the following Danger of electrical shock Do not use while bathing Never immerse the device or the power cord in water or other liquid Danger of electrical shock Never touch the power plug with wet hands especially when inserting or removing the plug Danger of electrical shock If the unit has fallen into water during operation do not touch the unit Remove the power plug from the socket first Danger of electrical shock Do not spray water or liquid over the device Never operate the device unattended Follow the manual to operate the device Do not use components unapproved by the manufacturer When removing the power cord from the socket grab the power plug not the cord To protect the power cord from damage do not cause it to get caught by things such as cupboard door or a chair leg do not drag across a hot surface If there is damage to the power plug cord housing or other parts of the device do not use the device Do not disassemble the device except by professionals If the unit is damaged non operational or has fallen into water take it to a qualified service provider Remove the power plug from the socket if malfuncti
20. tems Ultrasonic cleaning may enlarge the gaps inside the welded joints Welded or plated metal items glued items plated coating or glued items and may cause separation Watches Because the strong penetration capability of the ultrasonic waves Except diver s watches with depth water may get into the watches if they are not truly waterproof Use rating over 50 m 150 ft the watch stand supplied as a precaution if not sure Others Ultrasonic cleaning may enlarge the cracks pre existed in the Wood coated glass ceramic camera coating on the glasses ceramic and glass If the items have no filters with pre existing cracks pre existing cracks then it is okay APPLICATIONS 1 Jewellery Stores and Jewellery Makers Jewellery stores can use ultrasonic cleaners to expand their services Jewellery such as necklaces diamond rings rings and earings can be cleaned with tap water to recover their shine Jewellery makers can use Ultrasonic cleaners to remove debris or abrasive powder from work in process items Jewellery made with investment casting often has wax layer in addition to debris Turning on the heater will raise the water temperature melt the wax and improve the cleaning 2 Biology Chemical Laboratories Labs can use ultrasonic cleaners to clean test tubes and other glass or metal containers to remove residual chemicals and debris that can affect the accuracy of the test results 3 Dental Clinics Dental clinics can use ultr
21. to return them to a shiny condition Available in 500ml IL 5L and 25L bottles Please refer to our website for exclusions Important tips for getting better results e To start fill the tank with warm tap water ideally 45 to 50 C Never boiling but bearable to put your hand into You will always get better cleaning results with warm water and it will help the unit to achieve maximum cleaning potential more quickly Some items need added detergent for cleaning We recommend 3 to 4 drops of regular washing up liquid when cleaning objects such as spectacles toiletry items office items etc Do not overload or stack items Remember whatever the water touches it will clean When cleaning spectacles ensure that the lenses are free from any objects and are facing upwards As mentioned on previous page the coating on some spectacle lenses can exhibit hairline cracking during ultrasonic cleaning If in doubt check with your optician or the manufacturer before cleaning such items Some spectacles are not suitable for ultrasonic cleaning because the frames are made from porous materials If you have any doubts consult either the supplier of the spectacles or James Products before placing them in the ultrasonic cleaner Delicate items Do not place delicate items directly on the stainless steel tank of the cleaner as the process of agitation may cause minor scratching For such items always place them on the supplied plastic tray b
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