Transsonic Ultrasonic Cleaning Units Operating Instructions
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1. chemical sector e g degassing of high polymer solvents f Start Stop The ultrasound is switched on by the button Start Stop 8 the indicator flashes When the ultrasound is switched on the set cleaning period starts and the remaining cleaning period is constantly indicated Pressing the button again stops the ultrasound The remaining cleaning period is still indicated and continues to run down when the Start Stop button 8 is pressed again When the set cleaning period is over the ultrasound is automatically switched off and the indicator 2 shows the originally set period If you want to set the cleaning period back to its original value during operation you do not need to turn the knob 1 again Just press the Start Stop button 8 and keep it pressed for 3 seconds g Special Features All settings can be changed during ultrasonic operation Period Set the new required period by means of knob 1 Ultrasound and temperature indicator stop for 2 seconds Then the unit starts operating again for the newly set period Power Set the new power by pressing the buttons 3 or 4 Heating The set temperature can be changed during ultrasonic operation Degas The Degas function can be switched on and off during ultrasonic operation 5 Multi frequency Units a Switch On Off You switch on the ultrasonic unit by setting the timer or turning the timer knob to the infinity position The green lamp not2. for derusting or the removal of mineral dirt such as lime must be used only when specially designed for this purpose We offer our own range of Techspan ELMA cleaning chemicals specially developed amp made for the use in ultrasonic cleaners which guarantees a long service life of our ultrasonic baths The following table shows the most frequently used of the Techspan ELMA chemicals If you use cleaning chemicals by other suppliers observe the instructions given on the label in particular the instructions concerning the use in ultrasonic baths Contact your supplier for these cleaning chemicals 11 Dental ELMA Clean 10 ELMA Clean 25 ELMA Clean 35 ELMA Clean 40 ELMA Clean 50d ELMA Clean 60 Medical ELMA Clean 10 ELMA Clean 60 Highly efficient alkaline universal cleaner for the cleaning of instruments and laboratory equipment Removes plaster and alginate Cleans prostheses with activated oxygen Removes cement and carbonate lime Burr bath and disinfectant Acid cleaner for instruments Highly efficient alkaline universal cleaner for the cleaning of instruments and laboratory equipment Acid cleaner for instruments Laboratory and Technical Cleaning ELMA Clean 60 ELMA Clean 65 ELMA Clean 70 ELMA Clean 75 Jewellery ELMA Clean 75 ELMA Clean 85 Acid laboratory cleaner derusting stain and lime removal Neutral universal and laboratory cleaner Mild alkaline labo
3. 1120 T 890 320 T 890 H 1120 TP 1000 H 1950 T 1040 H 1950 T 1060 H 2800 Tray Dent 320 Tischgerat 320x240x200 LC 20 H 100 LC 30 40 LC 30 H 240 LC 60 H 285 LC 130 H 560 Multi frequency Units 35 u 130 8 6 35 u 130 12 2 35 u 130 16 8 35 u 130 5 4 25 4 25 5 75 9 9 9 12 75 12 75 1 2 2 4 4 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 on AO 1 75 4 8 8 8 0 5 5 75 35 35 25 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 0 0 0 0 35 35 35 35 12 75 35 NI N NI WN n o O m ejej lt 2ejeej 2 2 2 ejeje Lj ej lt ej Sy Oj lt 2 2 2 Internal tank Power Max Ultrasonic CE CE dimesions Consumpt volume Frequency 73 23 EWG 93 42 EWG Watts liter kHz 89 336 EWG ee eee ree aur 19 8 35 u 130 BR al e Ea A JE 35 u 130 ee eee ers aura 0 67 5 35 u 130 pee fee e seus 90 35 u 130 TI H 160 600x500x500 7600 180 25 u 45 y 135 35 u 130 units T 490 DH 240x137x100 2 75 EEE TP 680DH 505x137x100 Ee 40 The units are designed for use in the following ambience conditions gt Electronic voltage 220 240 Vac 50 60Hz or 100 240Vac 50 60Hz except T1060 H TI H55 TI H160 380 400Vac 50 60Hz or 200 208Vac 50 60Hz gt Max ext Fuse protection 16A gt Allowed ambient temperature 5 C to 40 C Allowed relative air humidity below 30 C 80 Allowed relative air humidity below 40 C 50 gt Protect
4. available on all units indicates the operation of the unit b Setting of the timer For cleaning periods of up to 15 minutes use the timer with automatic switch off The required cleaning period is set by turning the knob After the set period the ultrasound is switched off automatically If you need to switch off the unit before the set period is over turn the timer knob back to the OFF position Permanent Operation If you require a cleaning period longer than 15 minutes turn the knob to the infinity position In this operation mode the unit has to be switched off by hand c Power regulation The ultrasonic power is variable from 10 to 100 and is regulated by knob 2 Turning the knob clockwise increases the power The power is automatically kept at the set level d Operation modes You can choose between the operation modes sweep standard and degas by means of knob 3 Sweep he frequency varies permanently within a defined range This shifts the minima and maxima of the sound field within the bath It also allows a more even load of the ultrasound transformer The cleaning effect is more homogeneously distributed in the bath than during standard operation Standard The frequency is regulated against the mechanical resonance of the ultrasound transformer This optimises the performance in the distributed maxima Degas The set power is interrupted for a short period so that the bubbles are not retained by the ultrasoni
5. the units from heavy variations in temperature Risk of condensation gt The units are subject to strict safety regulations Therefore faulty parts must be replaced by original spare parts only gt For safety reasons the units must be connected to correctly earthed sockets only gt The ultrasonic units are in compliance with the following EC regulations EC EMV Regulation 89 336 EWG EC Low Voltage Regulation 73 23 EWG EC Regulation on Medical Products 93 42 EWG see table A declaration of conformity is available on request 15 10 Putting out of action and waste disposal R The unit can be taken to metal and electronics recycling stations or returned to the manufacturer 10 Contact Techspan Group Address PO Box 15262 New Lynn Auckland PO Box 1012 Mascot NSW 1460 Ph 64 9 827 6567 1 800 148 791 Fax 64 9 827 6596 1 800 148 799 e mail sales techspanonline com Homepage www techspanonline com 16 Technical and optical information are subject to change ch_10 02
6. value lower than 7 to which fluoride F chloride CT or bromide Br ions will be introduced with the contamination of the parts or with the cleaning agent These will destroy the stainless steel tank during ultrasonic operation in a very short time as a result of pitting corrosion Other agents which have a corrosive effect when used in high concentrations and or at high temperatures during ultrasonic operation are e g nitric acid sulphuric acid formic acid hydrofluoric acid even when diluted potassium hydroxide solution leads to stress corrosion cracking in the ultrasonic tank This list is not necessarily conclusive The restrictions on the use of the ultrasonic tank listed above also apply when the chemical compounds cited above are introduced to the tank which is filled with an aqueous medium in particular also for distilled water as contamination or in the form of carry over In addition this restriction also applies to customary cleaning agents and disinfectants should they contain the compounds mentioned above Be certain to also heed the safety precautions provided by the manufacturer of the chemicals e g glasses gloves caution and safety tips We therefore recommend that you use the cleaning agent specially adapted for use in the ultrasonic bath supplied by Techspan Page 9 Cleaning Agents Areas of Use Maintenance and repairs Any repair maintenance or alignment works on the connected and opened un
7. Transsonic Ultrasonic Cleaning Units CE Techspan ultrasonic cleaning baths are shielded and tested for electromagnetic compatibility and comply with the CE criteria concerning the low voltage directive and EMV Analogous unit Digital unit Multi frequency Units Operating Instructions These Operating Instructions are part of the delivered equipment They must be ready for use at any time and remain with the equipment in case of resale These Operating Instructions are not automatically revised For the latest revised issue please contact the distributor We reserve the right to carry out modifications concerning the technology or the design of the unit Content Page 2 1 Safety Warnings Page 4 2 Operation Page 6 3 Analogous Ultrasonic Units Page 6 4 Digital Ultrasonic Units Page 7 5 Multi frequency Units Page 9 6 General Page 12 7 Cleaning chemicals Application Page 12 8 Maintenance Page 14 9 Technical Data Regulations Page 15 10 Putting out of action and waste disposal Page 17 11 Contact Page 17 1 Safety Warnings CAUTION Read carefully before use This ultrasonic cleaning device is designed exclusively for the acoustic irradiation of objects and liquids Check the housing the operating elements and the transducer tank for possible shipping damage before connecting the unit to the power supply In case of any shipping damage do not connect the unit to the mains Contact your supplier and forward
8. c forces The degassing effect is stronger with high ultrasonic frequencies than with lower frequencies due to the directional diffusion We recommend this operation mode particularly for newly filled baths The operation modes can be changed during operation e Setting of frequency On multi frequency units you can choose between a low and a high ultrasonic frequency by means of knob 4 When the knob is in neutral position O the ultrasonic activity is switched off The frequency can be changed during operation f Heating The heating is switched on and off by means of push button 8 Set the required temperature by turning knob 7 The scale indicates the temperature in centigrade As soon as the set temperature is reached the control lamp 6 switches off fe 9 13 z 10 g Surface skimming optional TI H 25 and larger Using the supply duct 9 and the discharge of the overflow device 13 a current on the surface of the bath can be created This allows the skimming of floating particles e g oil h Floor scouring optional TI H 25 and larger Particles settling on the tank floor can be washed away by means of the scouring function For this connect both supply 10 and discharge 11 to the external pumping filtering unit i Remote control optional TI H 25 and larger The ultrasound unit can be operated by remote control from a central control unit The remo
9. er Put the unit on a dry and solid surface Check for correct voltage the voltage required is indicated on the nameplate on the back of the unit The unit must be connected to an earthed socket only Keep the work surface and the operating elements clean and dry to prevent accidents caused by electricity Fill the ultrasonic cleaning bath with liquid up to approx 2 3 of its volume before use Do not operate the unit without liquid If the unit is operated over longer periods check the filling level regularly Any operation of the ultrasonic unit without liquid might cause damage to the transducer system Please note that so called start up splashes can occur When the filled unit is started some of the liquid can splash out The tank of a unit with heating can heat up while operating Do not touch the tank inside when the heating is on Risk of burning Do not reach into the tank during the ultrasonic operation For your information Cell membranes could get damaged by extended exposure to ultrasound Pull the mains plug before emptying the unit by pouring out the liquid Please do not immerse the device in water under any circumstances This would create a serious safety hazard for the user Resulting injury to the person and or damage to the electronics of the device cannot be excluded Warning in respect of inflammable liquids Under no circumstances may inflammable liquids e g solvents be used directly in the ultra
10. it must be carried out by authorised personnel only Pull the mains plug before opening the unit for any repair and alignment works Any faulty parts must be replaced by original spares only in order to keep in compliance with the strict safety regulations Please consult the manufacturer regarding any damage claims 2 Operation Fill the unit with liquid before connecting it to the power supply If you use water as contact medium we recommend the use of the suitable ELMA Clean cleaning solution to be added to the water The ELMA Clean chemicals contain tensides that reduce the surface tension and are specially designed for the use in an ultrasonic bath Switch on the ultrasonic unit and let the liquid degas for a few minutes Degassed liquids allow better cavitation Furthermore special degas improving substances contained in the ELMA Clean chemicals accelerate the cavitation process The use of the cleaning chemicals guarantee a long service life of the TRANSSONIC ultrasonic unit The optimum temperature for your specific cleaning task is indicated on the label of the used ELMA Clean solution along with the mixing concentration and the recommended cleaning time If you use pulverised or granulated cleaning media by other suppliers ensure that the pulver or granulates dissolve completely Any residue and particles on the tank floor may cause contact corrosion and create pinholes in the material The items to be cleaned must be covered c
11. nd any residues from the tank after use Wipe the tank clean Clean the tank carefully and remove all residues such as small metal particles or any other kind of dirt before changing the cleaning liquid Small particles in the ultrasonic tank will eventually destroy the stainless steel tank Do not place the items to be cleaned on the tank floor Use a rack or a cleaning basket see paragraph Notes on the Cleaning of Items Do not use any scraping tools A plain and clean metallic surface prolongs the service life of the ultrasonic tank Should there be any lime deposits fill the tank with Techspan ELMA Clean 60 or ELMA Clean 115 in the recommended concentration and operate the unit for approx 1 minute to improve the cleaning effect Then empty the bath and wipe it out If neither Techspan ELMA Clean 60 nor ELMA Clean 115 is at hand use any lime remover on phosphoric acid base The use of such a lime remover is possible as long as it does not contain any chloride ions We recommend the use of chemicals specially designed for application in a Techspan TRANSSONIC ultrasonic bath 13 9 Technical Data Regulations Internal tank Power dimesions Consumpt volume Frequency 73 23 EWG 93 42 EWG 89 336 EWG T 310 30 T 310 H 100 T 310 25kHz T 420 50 T 460 85 T 460 H 285 T 470 H 285 TS 540 160 T 570 160 T 570 H 360 T 660 H 360 TP 690 160 T 700 160 T 700 H 560 T 95 HL 560 T 780 320 T 780 H 720 T 820 H
12. o the long term mode c Ultrasonic Power Regulation The buttons 3 and 4 regulate the required cleaning power When the unit is switched on the power is set and indicated 5 at 100 d Temperature regulation The knob 6 switches on heating regulation and temperature indicator 7 The indicator 7 always shows the actual temperature in the cleaning bath Turn the knob clockwise and set the required temperature scale If the required temperature scale is higher than the actual temperature indicator 7 the cleaning liquid will be heated up During the heating up period the right decimal point of the indicator 7 flashes As soon as the required temperature is reached the decimal point stops flashing and the heating switches off ATTENTION The temperature indication may deviate from the actual temperature by up to 2jC Note that the ultrasonic activity creates heat which may cause the temperature to rise above the set value Low temperatures cannot be kept with permanent ultrasonic activity e Degas The Degas device is activated by the button 9 When the Degas function is switched on the green indicator flashes and the cleaning liquid is degassed very quickly This process increases the cleaning effect of the medium and shortens the overall cleaning period The Degas device is particularly useful when the bath has been newly filled In addition the Degas function allows various applications in the sono
13. ompletely by the cleaning liquid We recommend to put the items in on a holder basket to protect the stainless steel tank Do not put the items directly on the tank floor These measures considerably prolong the service life of the stainless steel tanks If you use aggressive chemicals e g acids alkalines we recommend the use of plastic tubs acid resistant tubs see Elma catalogue Accessories 3 Analogous Ultrasonic Units ultrasonics off nae e on 00 1 off on i Xe h ti 804 x amp 3 eating 20 15 70 4 gt y 30 60 40 11 9 50 a Switch On Off You switch on the ultrasonic unit by setting the timer or turning the timer knob to the infinity position The green lamp not available on all units indicates the operation of the unit b Setting of the timer Timer For cleaning periods of up to 15 minutes use the timer with automatic switch off The required cleaning period is set by turning the knob After the set period the ultrasound is switched off automatically If you need to switch off the unit before the set period is over turn the timer knob back to the OFF position Permanent Operation If you require a cleaning period longer than 15 minutes turn the knob to the infinity position In this operation mode the unit has to be switched off by hand c Heating The heating is switched on and off by the green button fig 1 Ensure that the filling level in the tank is correct before
14. ratory cleaner Ammoniacal cleaner with brightening effect for metals cleaner for jewellery Ammoniacal cleaner with brightening effect for metals cleaner for jewellery Alkali free acid free cleaner for workshop and jewellery manufacture Elma Noble Clean Cleaning and brightening of gold silver and platinum ELMA Clean 80 acts within seconds not suitable for soft stones Very mild cleaning concentrate for jewellery suitable for precious metals with stones ELMA Super Clean For cleaning and brightening suitable for soft stones Watches Optics ELMA 1 9 ELMA Optoclean not suitable for the use in ultrasonic baths Cleaner for disassembled watches Cleaner for the ultrasonic cleaning of glasses 12 Notes on the Cleaning of Items Place the items to be cleaned in a basket Put the dirtiest items lowest Do not place the items one on another as this will absorb the ultrasound Sensitive items such as chirurgical instruments should not come into contact with each other We recommend the use of silicon mats available from your supplier These prevent the direct contact among the single items Attention The cleaning liquid heats up during prolonged ultrasonic operation Take this into consideration when cleaning temperature sensitive items 8 Maintenance The following measures will considerably prolong the service life of your ultrasonic bath We recommend removal of the cleaning liquid a
15. sonic cleaning tank There is a risk of fire and explosion For your information The ultralsonics increase the evaporation of the liquids and form a fine mist which could ignite at any time through contact to a source of ignition Materials which present a risk of explosion and inflammable solvents in the risk groups according to VbF fire regulations Al B All Alll or marked with symbols and danger warnings in accordance with the EC regulations E or R 1 R 2 or R 3 for combustible materials or F F or R 10 R 11 or R 12 for inflammable materials may not be placed in the stainless steel tank of the ultrasonic device Only the ultrasonic devices which are specially marked with the symbols Al All or Alll have been approved in accordance with VbF for correspondingly inflammable solvents of the same or a less dangerous risk groups Limited volumes of inflammable liquids as defined in the general industrial safety regulations can be acoustically irradiated with the assistance of the ultrasonic device under following conditions If they are placed by sufficient external ventilation in an appropriate separate container example beaker glass This can get immersed into the stainless steel tank which has been filled with non inflammable liquid water with a few droplets of interlacing agent Warning in respect of aqueous cleaning agents Do not use aqueous cleaning mediums directly in the ultrasonic vat which are in the acidity range pH
16. switching on the heating This prevents overheating of the tank at the spot where the heating is fixed Please note that the liquid will heat up by ultrasonic activity alone without heating This effect is even stronger when a cover is used Heating and ultrasound can be operated separately Higher temperatures usually shorten the cleaning period considerably As ultrasonic activity additionally heats up the cleaning liquid do not set the temperature too high when operating the unit over longer periods 4 Digital Ultrasonic Units POWER TIME ULTRASOUND POWER U HEATING MIN OFF ON s lt MIN y O MODE bale ae ae St A J STOP N s N DEGAS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 89 a Switch On Off Switch on the unit by turning the knob 1 clockwise Switch it off by turning the knob anti clockwise to the O position b Setting of the Timer for Ultrasound Set the required time by turning the knob 1 When the unit is switched on it works in long term mode You can choose periods between 2 and 95 minutes or set the unit to infinity operation position mode When the unit is switched to infinity operation mode the indicator 2 shows 00 or 0 0 After turning the knob 1 clockwise until it stops at the mode position the unit switches automatically to the short term mode By turning back the knob you can now set a period between 0 2 and 9 5 minutes Turning the knob again to the mode position puts the unit back int
17. te control is connected to socket 14 j Filling level control optional TI H 25 and larger The filling level control switches off heating and ultrasound as soon as the level falls below a certain limit Approx 5 seconds after refilling the tank heating and ultrasound are switched on again 10 1 Timerultrasoond o O 12 Powerregulation o O 3 Regulator operation modes Sweep Standard Degas 4 Regulator frequency O 6 Control lamp heating o 7 Temperaturecontrol S O 8 Heatingcontrl S O 9 Skimming supply optional o 110 Floor scouring supply optional Mains cable 6 General The ultrasonic cleaning process The ultrasonic transducers mounted under the tank floor turn electric energy into mechanic vibrations The cleaning liquid in the stainless steel tank starts vibrating too During this process tiny vacuum bubbles are produced that implode This is called cavitation The cavitation removes dirt from every spot that the cleaning liquid reaches 7 Cleaning chemicals Application The cleaning chemical to be used must be suitable for the use in an ultrasonic bath to prevent damage to the transducer tank Do not use flammable products see chapter Safety Warnings Do not use chemicals containing halogenide ions or salt as they may cause pitting corosion in the tank Acids such as hydrochloric acid sulphuric acid or nitric acid destroy the unit in very short time In particular acid cleaners e g
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