USER GUIDE - Velopex International
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1. Operation and Maintenance Manual MODEL WARNING Do not plug into the electrical mains power supply before reading this manual or before filling the machine with liquids Heated Un heated Register your machine by returning the Warranty Card to enable full customer support Machine serial number to be quoted on all correspondence Hi Tech f LIT2066P SPRINT Manual English Iss 3 Issued 03 06 13 Diagnostics Service www velopex com MAKERS OF DENTAL VETERINARY AND MEDICAL EQUIPMENT INTERNATIONAL 2 Velopex Sprint User Guide Velopex Sprint 3 User Guide Introduction Thank you for purchasing your automatic film processor from Velopex we certainly appreciate your business The Velopex Sprint X Ray Processor is a machine for developing and fixing dental x ray films without user contact between insertion of the exposed film and receipt of the developed film into the wash tank for collection at the end of the process In order to maintain the quality of our product and your processingit is important that you pay close attention to the instructions contained in this user manual This will ensure a long life for your processor The processor could be dangerous if incorrectly installed or maintained outside the guidelines set out in this manual and the warranty will be voided There are no operator serviceable parts inside the machine This equipment can only be serviced by technically quali2. a Check that the daylight loader cover is firmly in place b Check very closely for other possible light leaks ensure that the machine has not been sited in direct sunlight or in intense lighting conditions e g directly under strip lights or spotlights Do not take your hands out of the daylight loader before the film has fed completely into the machine Fog at one end only of the film indicates premature removal of hands from daylight loader Check hand entry ports to ensure there is a good light seal around the wrists if not call for service c Check whether films have been stored too close to x ray source and re locate d Check expiry date on film box to ensure films are not out of date Keep films in a cool dry place excessive heat can cause premature ageing of film 3 Check that there has been no chemical mix up leading to cross contamination 4 MK6 Model Check temperature of developer and fixer tanks This is generally set at 27 C 81 F A substantial difference could lead to dark film Switch off the machine and call for service Symptom Films too light Action 1 Check chemicals as follows a Chemicals exhausted replace with fresh b Chemicals contaminated clean machine replace chemicals with fresh solutions c Chemical level in tanks too low top up d MK6 Model Temperature of chemical s too low check with a thermometer below 27 C 81 F call for service 2 Check films have been
3. and topped up as necessary Tip When returning the transport modules to their tanks ensure that they are correctly positioned i e with the drive pins inwards so that they engage correctly with the drive dogs on the inside wall of the tank area Return tanks to their individual positions in the 8 machine clearly marked Fixer first Developer second Push the tanks carefully home until they touch the rear wall of the tank area ensuring that each drive pin engages its drive dog Tip Use the turning tool provided to turn the drive pin if necessary The detachable wash tank should now be filled with O water to the level line and hung at the back of the machine Velopex Sprint 13 User Guide Processor Operation Each day before use check levels 1 of Developer and Fixer and top up where appropriate Each day before use renew the water in the wash tank de V O O Plug the electrical power lead 3 into the socket at the rear of the processor When ready to switch on the machine connect the plug to the mains wall socket and switch on Before processing run through a clean up film For clean up films use a Spare intra oral film After a week discard the old film and use a fresh one This routine helps to clean the transport system and checks that the transport mechanism is running properly Touch the Film entry guide to initiate the machi
4. exposed correctly lea ar O O lt un s 2 ej re Velopex Sprint 20 User Guide Symptom Films dirty or marked Action 1 Check water Clean tank thoroughly and change water 2 Check transport modules are being cleaned correctly see cleaning instructions 3 Check chemical level in both tanks and top up as required 4 Check modules for correct positioning When found in incorrect order contamination will have occurred Thoroughly wash and replace with fresh chemicals 5 Check for stray light entering machine proceed as for fogging see above A Main drive gear D shaped centre gears Total 5 Small idler round hole gear Total 1 D Large idler gear I Developer Module Fixer Module 2 Retaining screw Total 4 3 Gear cover plate 2 Gear set Complete O ZE D un gt O le Velopex Sprint 21 User Guide Spare Parts XConsumables Spare Parts Description Part No Wash Tank Assembly WASS7713F Developer Tank I ASS2176F Fixer Tank WASS2177F Developer Module I MODO0067F Fixer Module I MODO068F Module Gear Replacement Set MODO100F Consumables ae Wi gt Quality Control Chemistry System Cleaner Tablets Developer Ready To Use Velopex Intra Oral Pack of 36 2x5ltr C DER3001F E Speed I TABOOO2F Fixer Ready To Use Pack of 150 2x5ltr C FIR5001F I FLM7001F O ar O O lt un se 2 ej re Velopex Spr
5. or flood lamp IMPORTANT NOTE A well ventilated position is mandatory The SPRINT has been designed for use on a normal counter top It is important that when the machine is filled with solution the stand does not rock or shake as this could cause spillage Never move the machine with chemicals in the tanks Avoid siting the machine above or near other electrical mechanical or sensitive apparatus e g autoclave compressor evacuation equipment The machine should not be placed in areas exposed to flammable gases Electrical Supply The power source must be within one metre 3 feet of the machine It should be easily accessible for day to day operation Preparing to use the Velopex Sprint 1 Familiarise yourself with the layout of the machine by referring to illustrations at the front of this manual 2 Remove the water tank and processor accessory bag that are stored inside the daylight loader Entry into the Daylight Loader is made by opening the Daylight Loader viewing hatch 3 When the machine has been unpacked and is in position the inner packaging must be removed The transport modules inside are protected by internal packing pieces Open the Module Lid and discard the packaging along with the separating sheet between the output rollers of both modules 10 Velopex Sprint User Guide Filling the Chemical Modules Open the chemical module compartment by lifting the module compartment lid and sliding the left hand si
6. ator On Off Indicator Machine Model Number P QOOQOOWVOOOYOO Daylight Loader Daylight Loader Viewing Hatch Hand Entry Port Glove Film Entry Guide Power Socket Wash Tank Velopex Sprint 7 User Guide Velopex Sprint Interior Tank Developer Tank Fixer Liquid Level Window Transport Module Developer Transport Module Fixer 3 Drive Dogs Heater Element OQOO O Hot Warning Label Silicone Grease Cleaning Brush Machine Accessories and Extras Supplied Turning Tool Chemical Change Record Sheet UK Electricity Supply Cord o USA Electricity Supply Cord o OOO OO OO Continental Electricity Supply Cord 8 Velopex Sprint User Guide Specifications h Dimensions Width w 330mm 13 Height h 310mm 12 Depth d 430mm 17 Weight Empty Tanks Akg 8lb 130z Full Tanks 6kg 13lbs 4oz Tank Capacity 1 4 Litres 2 5 Imp pints each Voltage 220 240V 110 120V 50 60Hz Max Film Width 65mm 2 5 Environmental Conditions Indoor use only Maximum Relative Humidity 80 Chemical Temp 27 C 80 F 12 C 27 C 54 F 80 F Velopex Sprint 9 User Guide Pre Installation Instructions Pre installation instructions When using the machine in daylight or a darkroom avoid sources of intense light Do not mount the unit under a window fluorescent light
7. de panel upwards Wi er aii o mr le Ensure the machine is disconnected from the 2 mains Then Slide the tanks out of the machine WARNING Hot parts may be exposed when removing tanks Tanks are now free to be taken to a clean working 3 surface for filling The transport modules should now be lifted from their respective tanks and the separating sheets removed from between the output rollers Velopex Sprint User Guide Fill each tank with the appropriate chemical 6 pouring in 1 one litre of fluid at this stage Pour in accordance with the marking on the tanks i e Developer always in the Developer tank and Fixer in the Fix tank Carefully lower each D transport module into its amp respective tank WARNING rapid immersion will cause excessive displacement of chemical that could lead to spillage Should any spillage occur it should be cleaned up immediately Lightly lubricate the rod 6 heating elements with the 6 silicone grease provided Replacement tube Pt No I FIT5041F Use at first time of operation and after every tank removal 16 VERSION ONLY 11 Installation Wi er o gr e 12 Velopex Sprint User Guide The level of the liquids should now be adjusted top up to 7 within 25mm 1inch from 9 top of the tank shown as half way in the tank viewing window This level should be checked every day
8. e interior of the daylight loader should be cleaned with cold sterilising solution Wipe dry after appropriate period WARNING Wear gloves contamination Biohazard Remove transport modules and place in a sink with running water and a drain Rinse under the running water Do not allow chemicals to dry on the belts before cleaning Tip The modules will be wet with chemicals take care to allow them to drain a little over the tanks before moving them 15 U J z V vla S 5 er D o A D 16 Velopex Sprint User Guide Rinse and fill the tanks with fresh cold water Add one A cleaning tablet and leave for one hour After one hour empty tanks and then rinse the tanks with cold water Wipe dry inside and out before refilling Rinse the transport modules thoroughly with cold water D and lightly scrub gears and e rollers o Tip Use the turning tool turn the gears and belts by hand to assist in thorough cleaning Place the module in a washing up bowl with fresh 6 cold water Add three tablets e to each bowl and leave to soak overnight WARNING DO NOT MIX MODULES DURING A CLEANING Ensure that the correct module goes into its corresponding tank Velopex Sprint 17 User Guide Maintaining the Velopex Sprint cont After cleaning pour 1 litre 7 1 pints of fresh chemical into the correct tanks and replace the modules into their resp
9. ective tanks Top up the chemicals to within 25mm 1 inch of the top of the tanks Renew the silicone grease on the heating elements Replace the tanks in the processor fixer first followed by the developer Be sure to keep a note of the RES Shang ue 8 date when chemicals are zu changed using the chart provided Tip Spend time cleaning the machine as you will be amply rewarded by high quality results and extended chemical and machine life WARNING Processing chemicals should be handled with care If spilt they may cause staining or corrosion of surfaces They can also cause skin or eye irritation wipe up any drips or spillage immediately If chemicals are splashed onto the skin or eyes flush immediately with abundant amounts of plain water Always observe the chemical manufacturer s recommendation for this situation Problems of this nature can be avoided by wearing protective glasses and gloves u VW o V od m O ZA D un gt O O le 18 Velopex Sprint User Guide Trouble Shooting Symptom Action Symptom Action Symptom Action Symptom Action Symptom Action Machine does not operate 1 Check that Mains Power is plugged in and the supply is switched on 2 Check that cord is fully engaged in both mains power supply and socket at the rear of the machine 3 Switch off Mains Power supply and unplug the machine and ca
10. fied engineers trained on Velopex machines and is not designed to be serviced by the end user other than as specified in this manual Note Panel and Label colours and designs may vary Contact Us un W mp Medivance Instruments Ltd Velopex International Velopex International Inc Barretts Green Road 14 route de Montreuil le Gast 105 East 17th Street Harlesden B P 82214 Melesse St Cloud London NW10 7AP 35522 La M zi re Florida 34769 United Kingdom France United States of America Tel 44 0 20 8965 2913 Tel 33 0 2 99 13 22 59 Tel 1 407 957 3900 Fax 44 0 20 8963 1270 Fax 33 0 2 99 13 22 60 Fax 1 407 957 3927 www velopex com www velopex fr www velopexusa com 4 Velopex Sprint User Guide UOLejjeJSUJ uoneisdoO 5 er D o 5 A D funoous s qnoiL CON OU Ur 16 16 19 21 22 Your Velopex Sprint Table of Symbols Velopex Sprint Exterior Velopex Sprint Interior Specifications Installation Pre Installation Instructions Daylight Loader Installation Filling Chemical Modules Operation Processor Operation Maintenance Maintaining the Velopex Sprint Trouble Shooting Module diagram Spare Parts Consumables Velopex Sprint 5 User Guide Attention Warning Refer to Manual Attention Warning High Voltage Caution Hot Surface 6 Velopex Sprint User Guide Velopex Sprint Exterior Left Side Panel Module Lid Serial Number Temperature Indic
11. int 22 User Guide Notes Velopex Sprint User Guide 23 Medivance Instruments Ltd Barretts Green Road Harlesden London NW10 7AP United Kingdom Tel 44 0 20 8965 2913 Fax 44 0 20 8963 1270 www velopex com Velopex International 14 route de Montreuil le Gast B P 82214 Melesse 35522 La M zi re France Tel 33 0 2 99 13 22 59 Fax 33 0 2 99 13 22 60 www velopex fr BE Sy Velopex International Inc 105 East 17th Street St Cloud Florida 34769 United States of America Tel 1 407 957 3900 Fax 1 407 957 3927 www velopexusa com Hi Tech Diagnostics Service INTERNATIONAL MAKERS OF DENTAL VETERINARY AND MEDICAL EQUIPMENT www velopex com
12. ll for Service Audible Bleep and Heater Indicator Light Permanently Off MK6 Model 1 Check the lid is on and switch the machine off then back on 2 Constant audible bleep the machine has detected a function out of limits Call for Service Note After 30 minutes the audible bleep will stop but the Heater Indicator Light will remain off MK6 Model Chemical s overheating Switch off Mains Power supply and unplug the machine and call for Service Films will not enter through Film Entry Guide Open machine Module Cover and check correct engagement of transport modules Film Lost in the Machine 1 Check that the transport modules are correctly located in their drive dogs and running correctly If not re locate 2 Check the spring tensioning of the modules and check for correct positioning Use the module turning tool to rotate the belts for inspection and run a test film through the module using this tool 3 Check that transport modules have been put through the correct cleaning procedure 4 Should there be any damage to the belts such as tearing or twisting order a replacement module Velopex Sprint 19 User Guide Trouble Shooting ont Symptom Films too dark or fogged Action 1 Test for light fogging by feeding an unexposed film through the machine It should process as a transparent piece of film base with no signs of shadows or blackness evident 2 If there is light fogging proceed as follows
13. ne Daylight loader not shown uoneisdoO 14 Velopex Sprint User Guide The unit will now process your film note that it automatically adjusts its speed to the temperature of the chemical If the chemical is cold the films will take longer to process the indicator light flashes indicating that its temperature is below optimum speed which is achieved at 27 C when the processing cycle will be approximately 2 minutes The unit will automatically adjust its speed to the temperature of the chemical If the chemical is cold min 12 C the films will take longer to process At the end of the day disconnect the machine from the mains supply gt 6 WARNING Turning off electrically at the end of each workday is an essential safety procedure A Tip Position the machine to allow easy disconnection from electrical supply IM FLASHES BELOW 27 C MM ch POWER ON SPRINPE MM ch POWER ON V SPRINPAS Velopex Sprint User Guide Maintaining the Velopex Sprint 1 2 3 Switch off the processor and disconnect it from the mains power supply Tip Regularly clean your processor to maintain consistently good results and increase the life of your chemistry Use a damp cloth only and wipe the external surfaces exercising extreme care around the electrical connection Remove old film wrappers from daylight loader Wipe clean the interior of loader Tip Th
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