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1. Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 13 Product description 4 8 4 Elma order number How to use the cover with orifice and the glass beaker Plastic cover with orifice The cover with orifice allows glass beakers with a diameter between 90 and 97 mm to be inserted into the bath for direct ultrasonic treatment The manufacturer offers glass beakers with a volume of either 600 ml or 1000 ml the rubber ring that keeps the glass beaker in a certain position and the fitting plastic cover for the beakers Plastic cover with orifice for glass beaker 1049787 The glass beaker Illustration 4 9 4 B is used together with the cover with orifice Illustration 4 9 4 A Put the rubber ring Illustration 4 9 4 C onto the glass beaker at approx 2 3 of the height new rubber rings can be hard to put onto the glass beaker In order to find the best position of the rubber ring put the cover with orifice onto the unit and check by inserting the glass beaker through the orifice into the tank The distance between the bottom of the glass beaker and the tank floor should be at least 2 cm The glass beaker must be immersed at least 1 cm into the liquid in the tank Fill the tank with water up to the required filling level marking and add some surface active agent This is necessary to obtain an optimized ultrasonic performance in the bath Standard household washing up liquid can be used Now insert the the filled g2. Environment friendly products elma lab clean S10 elma lab clean S20 elma lab clean N10 elma lab clean A10 elma lab clean A20sf List of recommended cleaning media Elma has a large range of suitable cleaning products on offer developed by chemical engineers in the Elma laboratory Please contact your supplier to find the most suitable cleaning chemical for your application The organic detergents contained in the elma clean cleaning concentrates are biodegradable Product informations and safety data sheets are available from the manufacturer Acid cleaning concentrate for glass ceramics metal incl light and non ferrous heavy metals plastic Removes mineral deposits lime lime soap and non ferrous heavy metal oxides mineral grease and oil Strong acid cleaning concentrate for stainless steel glass and plastic Removes tenacious contaminations such as rust organic residues inorganic compounds and mineral grease and oil Not suitable for aluminum and light metal alloys Neutral universal and laboratory cleaning concentrate for sensitive materials such as aluminum and light metals Removes lime soap light oil and grease and finger marks Alkaline cleaning concentrate for glass porcellain metal and plastic Removes grease glass grease gumming remains of lables and calcification Also suitable for the laboratory rinsing machine Special cleaning concentrate for pipettes does not contain any tensides M
3. relevant LED dark LED ultrasound lights up LED set time lights up LED remaining time flashes LED ultrasound lights up LED degas flashes 16 BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Initial operation Packing Check for transport damages Placement A DANGER Ambient conditions 5 1 Required mains conditions Connect mains cable Initial operation Please keep the original packing or dispose of it according to the relevant waste disposal regulations You can also return the packing to the manufacturer free destination to your account Check the unit for possible transport damages before initial operation In case of visible damage do not connect the unit to the mains Contact your supplier and forwarding agent For operation place the unit on a dry and solid surface Ensure that the workplace is sufficiently ventilated Do not use a soft surface e g a carpet as this may impede the ventilation of the unit Risk of electrocution due to humidity inside the unit Protect the unit from entering humidity The unit inside is splash water proof Keep workplace and casing dry in order to prevent electrical accidents and damages on the unit e Allowed ambient temperature during operation 5 C 40 C e Allowed relative humidity of air during operation max 80 e In door operation only Connecting the unit to the mains Earth grounded socket 1 phase 220 240 V 1 N
4. Operating Instructions Elmasonic S50R Lab Technology Ultrasonic Unit CE e english e Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Gottlieb Daimler Str 17 D 78224 Singen Phone 49 0 7731 882 0 Fax 49 0 7731 882 266 info elma ultrasonic com www elma ultrasonic com document ref 105 9842 Contents Contents T rG neral redonner noue dote ice iutet nice nus 4 2 Important safety warnings eeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 4 2 1 Instructions for the use of the present manual 4 2 2 Instructions for the use of the unit 5 3 EBNGIONING saz res oes reese eine 6 3 1 Ultrasonic cleaning factors 6 4 Produet deseriplion ana 7 4 1 Elmasonic S product features uumssnnsss nennen 7 4 2 CE CORION MY Er ee Chal ate cee eal gear i alate 7 4 3 Delivered equipment nennen 7 4 4 Unit front view side view 8 4 5 Unit back VISE ner ee 9 4 6 Filling level marking in the tank 9 4 7 Description of operating elements 10 4 8 Description of optional accessory equipment 11 4 8 1 Holder for glass flasks for HPLC degassing 11 4 8 2 Sieve holder for laboratory sieves 11 4 8 3 Stainless steel basket 13 4 8 4 Plastic cover with orifice 14 4 9 Operating and display functions 15 5 1Hltial 6Perallony ar een 17 5 1 Connecting the unit to the mains 17 6 Putting unit into operation 18 6 1 Filling of theunit ns 18 6 2 Place
5. 1 PE protective earth The power supply must be protected by an earth leakage circuit breaker Use the plug in mains cable delivered with the unit Connect the unit to a grounded shockproof socket only Ensure that the values indicated on the nameplate of the unit correspond with the available connecting conditions The mains plug must be connected to an easily accessible socket only as it serves as interrupted device Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 17 Putting unit into operation 6 Putting unit into operation 6 1 Filling of the unit Observe filling level Fill the stainless steel tank with a sufficient quantity of a suitable liquid before switch on Observe the filling level markings Illustration 4 6 and make sure that the filling level is between the 3 L and the 5 L marking T Risk of damage to the unit ATTENTION T that the filling level does not go below the minimum of Suitable cleaning Ensure that the chosen cleaning agent is suitable for treatment agents in an ultrasonic bath and observe the instructions on dosage and the compatibility of the material We recommend the use of the cleaning agents listed in section 8 3 Prohibited cleaning Flammable products are generally not allowed for use in an agents ultrasonic bath Observe the safety warnings given in section 8 1 A Risk of fire and explosion Never use flammable liquids or solvents directly in an ultrasonic DANGER cleaning
6. clockwise to switch the unit on Press the key to start the ultrasonic operation Press the key degas gt 2 sec to start the auto degas operating mode The LED degas flashes during auto degas operation The LED ultrasound is lighted Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 19 Ultrasonic cleaning process 7 A CAUTION A CAUTION ATTENTION ATTENTION Ultrasonic cleaning process Please observe the following instructions before starting the ultrasonic cleaning process It is the user s responsibility to check the cleaning results Risk of scalding by hot surfaces and hot liquid Ultrasonic energy is physically transformed into heat Both unit and liquid heat up during ultrasonic operation During continued operation with cover temperatures exceeding 60 C can be reached Do not reach into the liquid Wear protective gloves when handling basket and unit Ultrasonic units can produce annoying sounds Wear personal ear protection devices when working close to an ultrasonic unit which is operated without cover Sensitive surfaces can be damaged when exposed to ultrasound over prolonged periods particularly at low cleaning frequencies Ensure that sensitive surfaces are exposed to ultrasonic acitivity for a suitable period only If in doubt check the cleaning progress regularly and observe the state of the surface material Ultrasonic energy is physically tr
7. bath Use the cleaning chemicals listed in section 8 3 Ultrasonic activity increases the vaporisation of liquids and creates a very fine mist which can catch fire on any ignition source Observe the instructions on limitations of use given in section 8 1 H Risk of damage to the transducer tank ATTENTION Do not use any acid cleaning agents pH value lt 7 directly in the stainless steel tank if the cleaning items or the contamination of the cleaning items contain halogenides fluorides chlorides or bromides The same applies to NaCl solutions Use the cleaning chemicals listed in section 8 3 The stainless steel tank can be destroyed by crevice corrosion in a very short time Substances that cause crevice corrosion can be contained in household cleaners Observe the instructions on limitations of use given in section 8 2 For queries please contact tne manufacturer or your supplier H Danger of damage to the transducer system ATTENTION Fill no liquid gt 60 C and lt 10 C in the ultrasonic tank 18 BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Putting unit into operation 6 2 A CAUTION ATTENTION Use stainless steel basket Use of glass beakers laboratory flasks etc Sieve holder 6 3 Key degas Auto degas How to proceed Placement of cleaning items or laboratory vessels Caution The ultrasonic bath has been designed for the ultrasonic treatment of ite
8. following instructions e Regularly remove any cleaning residues in particular metal particles and rust films e Use suitable cleaning chemicals with particular caution concerning the kind of removed contamination see instructions section 8 2 e Exchange the cleaning medium before it is too heavily contaminated e Do not operate the ultrasound unnecessarily switch off after the cleaning process Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 27 Maintenance 9 3 Opening by authorised specialised personnel only A DANGER Repair Repair and maintenance works which require the unit to be connected and opened must be carried out by authorised and specialised personnel only Risk of electrocution due to live parts inside the unit Pull the mains plug before opening the unit The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by unauthorised maintenance or repair works on the unit In case of a break down of the unit please contact the manufacturer or your supplier 28 BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Technical details 10 Technical details Tank max Tank service Tank internal Unit external Basket internal Weight ca kg capacity ca capacity ca dimensions dimensions dimensions litre litre Dia x H Dia x H Dia x H ca mm ca mm ca mm 6 3 5 240 x 140 304 x 335 220 x 70 5 0 Ultrasonic Power Ultrasonic Ultrasonic Sound Ultrasonic frequen
9. in the acid range pH lt 7 directly in the ultrasonic tank if fluoride F chloride Cl or bromide Br ions can be taken in by the removed dirt or through the cleaning chemical These can destroy the stainless steel tank by crevice corrosion within a very short period of ultrasonic operation Other media which can destroy the stainless steel tanks when used in high concentrations or with high temperatures during ultrasonic operation are nitric acid sulphuric acid formic acid hydrofluoric acid even diluted Completeness of list not guaranteed Risk of damage to the unit do not use cleaning solutions containing more than 0 5 mass alkali KOH and or NaOH in an ultrasonic cleaning tank The above limitations for the use of chemicals in an ultrasonic bath also apply for the aforementioned chemicals when these are brought into an aqueous particularly distilled water bath through entrainment or from the removed dirt For the ultrasonic treatment with the above mentioned media use an acid resistant tank available as accessory equipment The limitations of use also apply to the standard cleaners and disinfectants if these contain the above mentioned compounds Observe the safety warnings indicated by the manufacturer of the chemicals e g goggles gloves R and S phrases For queries please contact the manufacturer or your supplier Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 25 Cleaning media 8 3
10. liquid is collected to form macroscopically large bubbles and then taken out of the liquid in short ultrasonic breaks The degas mode is also good for the degassing of samples e g for the degassing of carbon dioxide in the food sector How to proceed Turn the turning knob Illustration 4 7 B to the right clockwise to switch the unit on Set time Set the required operation time short period operation or continued operation as described in section 4 7 Start ultrasonic press the key gt Ml to start the ultrasonic operation operation Start degas Press the key degas to activate the degas operating mode il Sieve cleaning degas and sample preparation modes cannot be operated simultaneously 7 4 Sample preparation mode The Elmasonic S50R can be operated in a special sample preparation mode H In this mode the unit operates in a stronger ultrasonic mode Pulse The sample preparation mode is ideal for standard laboratory applications such as mixing dissolving dispersing cleaning etc How to proceed Turn the turning knob Illustration 4 7 B to the right clockwise to switch the unit on Set time Set the required operation time short period operation or continued operation as described in section 4 7 Ustart ultrasonic press the key gt E to start the ultrasonic operation operation Start sample Press the key sample prep to activate the sample preparation preparation mode i Sieve cleaning degas and sample preparation mode
11. ultrasound starts operating in degas mode Display the LED Illustration 4 7 B lights up according to value set by means of the turning knob all LED dark LED ultrasound lights up Illustration 4 7 F LED set time lights up Illustration 4 7 A LED remaining time flashes Illustration 4 7 A only in timer operating mode all LED dark LED ultrasound lights up LED sieve clean lights up LED set time lights up LED remaining time flashes LED ultrasound lights up LED degas lights up LED set time lights up LED remaining time flashes Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 15 Action switch on sample preparation mode sample preparation degas and sieve cleaning modes cannot be operated simultaineously switch off sieve cleaning or degas or sample preparation mode switch on Auto Degas mode Setting set required time press key gt E pres key sample prep press relevant key turn turning knob Illustration 4 7 B to the right clockwise press key gt E press key degas for more than 2 sec Result ultrasound starts operating in sample preparation mode relevant mode stops operating unit continues operation in standard ultrasonic mode unit operates in Auto Degas mode for 10 minutes then switches off Display LED ultrasound lights up LED sample preparation lights up LED set time lights up LED remaining time flashes
12. ansformed into heat Both unit and liquid heat up during ultrasonic operation During continued operation with cover temperatures exceeding 60 C can be reached For the treatment of temperature sensitive items please take the heating up of the liquid into consideration Please ensure that the temperature of the liquid remains below 42 C for the removal of fresh protein or blood particles 20 BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Elma Ultrasonic cleaning process 7 1 Switch unit on Short period operation Continued operation 7 2 How to proceed Set cleaning time Start ultrasonic operation Start sieve cleaning Starting the cleaning process manually Turn the turning knob Illustration 4 7 B to the right clockwise to switch the unit on For short period operation set the required cleaning period at the turning knob The LED indicates the set time Press the key gt W to start the ultrasonic operation The unit starts the ultrasonic cleaning process In addition to the set time the remaining time is indicated by the flashing LED The ultrasound is automatically switched off when the set period has run down For continued operation turn the turning knob clockwise into position In this operating mode there is no automatic switch off The ultrasonic activity must be switched off by hand after the ultrasonic process has been finished For this press the key gt m or
13. cy consumption power effective maximum peak pressure level sound level kHz total W power W Lpau dB Lpz dB W he 37 80 kHz 37 80 kHz 37 150 150 600 lt 70 lt 105 The choice of the waveform has been matched to the tank geometry The signal form of the wave results in a factor 4 for the ultrasonic peak max Sound pressure level measured with basket and cover at a distance of 1 m Ultrasonic sound level measured with basket and cover at a distance of 1 m Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 29 Troubleshooting 11 Troubleshooting Fault Possible cause Remedy Mains cable damaged e damage caused by third party e obtain original spare mains transport damage cable from manufacturer or supplier No operating functions all e mains cable not plugged in e plug in mains cable LEDs dark e socket dead e check socket fuse e mains cable e replace mains cable damaged interrupted e fault of electronics e return unit to supplier or manufacturer No ultrasonic operation e turning knob for ultrasonic e switch on ultrasonic LED ultrasound dark operation in 0 position operation by turning the knob e key gt E ultrasound not e press key gt E pressed e fault of electronics e return unit to supplier or manufacturer No ultrasonic operation e fault of electronics e switch unit off and on if fault timer LEDs flash is indicated again return unit alternatingly running to supplier or manufact
14. gs 2 2 Intended use User Mains connection Prevention of electrical accidents Cleaning liquid Hot surfaces and liquids Noise emission Sound transmission at physical contact Exclusion of liability Instructions for the use of the unit The present Elma ultrasonic cleaning unit has been designed for the treatment of items and liquids only No cleaning of living beings or plants Operation of the unit by authorized and instructed staff only Observe the instructions given in the manual For safety reasons the present unit must be connected to a correctly grounded socket only The technical details indicated on the nameplate must correspond with the available mains connection details in particular those of the mains voltage and current connected value For purposes of maintenance and care of the unit in case of suspected humidity inside the unit or in case of malfunctions and after operation pull the mains plug The unit must be opened by authorised specialised personnel only Fill the unit with a sufficient quantity of cleaning liquid before switch on Flammable liquids must not be treated by ultrasound directly in the cleaning tank risk of fire and explosion Risk of burning and scalding Depending on the operational period of the unit unit surfaces cleaning liquid basket and cleaning items can heat up considerably Ultrasonic units can produce annoying sounds Wear personal ear protection device
15. he sound field sweep function prevents the formation of zones of low performance in the ultrasonic bath For saponification and removal of the dirt particles a suitable cleaning agent is required Elma has a large range of cleaning media on offer Cleaning chemicals are also necessary to reduce the surface tension This increases considerably the efficiency of the ultrasonic activity The cleaning period depends on the degree and the kind of contamination and on the correct selection of ultrasonic energy cleaning agent and temperature BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Product description 4 1 4 2 4 3 Product description Elmasonic S product features e ultrasonic tank made of cavitation resistant stainless steel e casing made of stainless steel hygienic and easy to clean e high performance sandwich transducer systems e sieve cleaning mode for the optimized cleaning of analysis sieves e sample prep mode for standard applicatins such as mixing dissolving dispersing cleaning etc e degas mode for the quick degassing of HPLC solvents e Auto Degas mode for automatic degassing e g of fresh cleaning liquid e detachable mains cable e diodes indicating both set and actual values e splashwater proof operating panel e plastic carrying handles e connection for laboratory stand on the unit back e automatic switch off after 12 h operation to prevent unintended per
16. ildly alkaline suitable for use in an ultrasonic cleaning unit and in the laboratory rinsing machine Also suitable for use in pipette rinsing machines that require active cleaning agents soaking 26 BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Maintenance 9 1 A ATTENTION Electrical safety Care of transducer 9 2 tank Care of casing Disinfection Maintenance Maintenance Care Pull the mains plug before carrying out any maintenance works Check the casing and the mains cable for damage regularly in order to prevent electrical accidents Lime deposits on the stainless steel tank can be cleaned gently e g with elma clean 40 or elma clean 115C operate the unit with concentrate water Residues of cleaning media can be wiped away with a household cleaner or decalcifier depending on the kind of contamination Do not put the unit in or under water If the unit is used for medical and sanitary purposes it is necessary to disinfect the transducer tank and the surfaces regularly standard surface disinfectants Service life of the transducer tank The transducer tank and particularly the ultrasound transmitting surfaces are wear parts The changes on the surfaces that occur after a certain operating period are visible first as grey areas and later on as material abrasions the so called cavitation erosion To prolong the service life of your ultrasonic unit even more we recommend to observe the
17. ivable use An operating manual cannot take account of every possible use Contact your dealer or the manufacturer for further information or in the event of problems which are not covered or not sufficiently covered in this operating manual Important safety warnings Please observe any additional national safety regulations that may apply Instructions for the use of the present manual Carefully read the Operating Instructions before you operate the unit Do not use the present electrical unit for any purpose other than described in the Operating Instructions Warning symbols used in the present manual This symbol warns of the risk of injury caused by electricity This symbol warns of the risk of injury caused by explosion and or deflagration This symbol warns of the risk of injury caused by hot surfaces and liquids This symbol warns of the risk of injury This symbol warns of the risk of damage to the equipment This symbol marks additional information Signal words used in the present manual The signal word Danger warns of a potential risk of serious injury and danger to life The signal word Warning warns of the risk of serious injury and heavy damage to the equipment The signal word Caution warns of the risk of light injury or damage to the equipment The signal word Attention warns of the risk of damage to the equipment BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Elma Important safety warnin
18. lass beaker through the orifice in the cover into the bath Switch on the ultrasound The ultrasonic energy is transmitted through the glass into the beaker with hardly any energy losses Illustration 4 9 4 Plastic cover with orifice and glass beaker 14 BA _S50R_ EN Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Elna Product description 4 9 Action switch unit on switch unit off start ultrasonic operation stop ultrasonic operation manually switch on sieve cleaning mode sieve cleaning degas and sample preparation modes cannot be operated simultaneously switch on degas mode degas sieve cleaning and sample preparation modes cannot be operated simultaneously Operating and display functions Setting turn turning button Illustration 4 7 B to the right clockwise turn turning button Illustration 4 7 B to the left anticlockwise into position OFF set cleaning time by means of turning knob Illustration 4 7 B press key gt E ultrasound turn turning knob Illustration 4 7 B to the left anticlockwise into position OFF or press key gt E set required time at turning knob press key gt E press key sieve clean set required time press key gt E press key degas Result unit is ready for operation unit is switched off ultrasound starts operating ultrasonic operation stops ultrasound starts operating in sieve cleaning mode
19. manent operation CE conformity The present Elma ultrasonic unit is in compliance with the CE marking criteria The declaration of conformity is available from the manufacturer Delivered equipment e ultrasonic unit e mains cable e operating instructions For information on accessory equipment please see section 4 9 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 7 Product description 4 4 Unit front view side view A Stainless steel tank with filling level marking indicates the recommended filling level with litre scale description see section 4 6 B Plastic handles for the safe transportation of the unit even when the casing is hot C Operating panel for the control of the operating modes and functions description see section 4 7 8 BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Product description 4 5 4 6 Unit back view Illustration 4 5 Unit back view Supporting clip for the rod of the laboratory stand Mains input socket for the easy mounting and removing oft he mains cable e g for transporting the unit Splashwater protection to protect the mains input socket against water ingress Holding support for the rod of the laboratory stand threaded Filling level marking in the tank Illustration 4 6 Filling level marking The filling level marking indicates the minimum filling level 3 L and the maximum filling level 5 L The litre scale facilitates the c
20. ment of cleaning items or laboratory vessels 19 6 3 Degassing of liquides dun enter 19 7 Ultrasonic cleaning process 20 7 1 Starting the cleaning process manually 21 7 2 Sieve cleaning mode 21 7 3 Degas mode degassing of HPLC solvents 22 7 4 Sample preparation mode 22 7 5 Verification of T SUS stone 23 7 6 After the ultrasonic treatment 23 8 Cleaning media serre aise nina ne tien 24 8 1 Limitations of use of cleaners containing solvents 24 8 2 Limitations ON AQUEOUS cleaners 25 8 3 List of recommended cleaning media 26 BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Contents 9 Maintenance iii 27 9 1 Maintenance Care 27 9 2 Service life of the transducer tank 27 9 3 Rep isen mater nie tel tan 28 10 Technical details nn 29 TT Treublaeshooling sses ss2 224e 2 eek 30 12 Putting out of action and waste disposal 31 13 Manufacturer s contact address 31 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 3 General 2 1 Warning Caution Attention General The present Operating Instructions are part of the delivered equipment They must be ready for use at any time and remain with the unit in case of resale We reserve the right to carry out technical modifications on the unit due to advanced development An operating manual cannot take account of every conce
21. ms and liquids only Do not clean living beings or plants Do not reach inside the tank during ultrasonic operation Cell walls can be damaged by prolonged exposure to ultrasonic activity For placing and taking out the items or vessels always switch off the unit Risk of damage to the unit and or to the items placed in the tank Do not place the cleaning items directly onto the bottom of the cleaning tank as this might lead to damages to the unit Place the items into the stainless steel basket optional accessory equipment Do not place laboratory flasks and other vessels on the floor of the ultrasonic tank Fasten flask or vessel to the holder for glass flasks Elma accessory or place them into the stainless steel basket Elma accessory Put laboratory sieves into the sieve holder Elma accessory Degassing of liquid Newly mixed cleaning liquid is saturated with air which lessens the cleaning effect of the ultrasonic activity By sonification of the liquid over a period of several minutes before the actual ultrasonic process the tiny air bubbles in the liquid are eliminated Degas any new cleaning liquid for approx 5 10 minutes For switch on and switch off press the degas key The Elmasonic S5OR is equipped with an optional auto degas mode The operation in degas mode is automatically switched off when the programmed time 10 min has run down Turn the turning knob Illustration 4 7 B to the right
22. orrect dilution of the cleaning chemical Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 9 Product description 4 7 Description of operating elements Illustration 4 7 View operating elements turning knob B in position Off A LED indicating the cleaning period for both set time and remaining time B Turning knob cleaning time for switching the unit on and for setting a cleaning timel Possible settings short time operation 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 25 30 min with automatic switch off Symbol for continued operation switch off by hand For reasons of safety the unit automatically switches off after 12 h continued operation C Key sieve cleaning mode for the cleaning of analysis sieves LED siev clean is lighted during operation of this mode D Key degas mode for the optimized degassing of HPLC solvents and fresh mixed cleaning liquid Auto Degas LED degas is lighted during operation of this mode E Key sample preparation mode for standard applications such as mixing dissolving cleaning etc LED sample prep is lighted during operation of this mode F Key ultrasonic operation to start up the ultrasonic activity LED ultrasound is lighted during ultrasonic operation Setting the time turn clockwise setting back the time turn anticlockwise to start the operating cycle switch the unit on at the key ultrasonic operation 10 BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH P
23. roduct description 4 8 4 8 1 Elma order number Mounting 4 8 2 Elma order number Description of optional accessory equipment Holder for glass flasks for HPLC degassing The holder for glass flasks consists of a three fingered clutch Illustration 4 9 1 A fastening socket Illustration 4 9 1 B and stand rod Illustration 4 9 1 C Holder set for glass flasks 104 9786 Illustration 4 9 1 Stand rod mounted Screw the threaded end M10 of the stand rod into the support rack on the back of the unit Illustration 4 9 1 D Sieve holder for laboratory sieves The special sieve holder takes laboratory sieves with a diameter from 100 mm up to 200 mm For examples of use please see Illustrations 4 9 2 1 2 3 Sieve holder for laboratory sieves 104 9704 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 11 Product description Illustration 4 9 2 1 Sieve holder with laboratory sieve 100 mm Illustration 4 9 2 2 Sieve holder with laboratory sieve 200 mm Illustration 4 9 2 3 Sieve holder with laboratory sieve 200 mm with transponder 12 BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Elma Product description 4 8 3 Stainless steel basket i The stainless steel basket can take laboratory vessels and other items Inner diameter 220 mm Height of the stainless steel mesh 70 mm Elma order number Stainless steel basket 104 6006 Illustration 4 9 3 Stainless steel basket
24. s cannot be operated simultaneously 22 BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Ultrasonic cleaning process 7 5 7 6 Follow up treatment of cleaned items Drain the unit Verification of results The different applications for which an ultrasonic unit is used cannot be defined in a validated process The applications will always be or include manual processes Therefore the responsibility for verifying and monitoring the results and for inspecting items regularly for potential damage during the treatment lies with the operator After the ultrasonic treatment If you have cleaned items in the ultrasonic unit rinse them in water e g under the tap Drain the liquid as soon as it is dirty or when the unit is not operated over a prolonged period of time Certain residues and types of contamination may destroy or damage the stainless steel tank Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 23 Cleaning media A WARNING Exclusion of liability 8 1 DANGER Exception Cleaning media The cleaning chemical to be used must be suitable for the use in an ultrasonic bath to prevent damage to the tank or injuries to the user Use the recommended cleaners mentioned in section 8 3 Observe the restrictions to cleaners containing solvents and aqueous cleaners mentioned in sections 8 1 and 8 2 For queries please contact the manufacturer or your supplier Damages caused by non compliance
25. s when working close to an ultrasonic unit which is operated without cover Do not reach inside the cleaning liquid or touch sound carrying parts tank basket cleaning items etc during operation The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damages on persons equipment or cleaning items caused by improper use The operator is responsible for the instruction of the operating staff Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN_ Vers 01 2014 5 Functioning 3 1 Mechanical energy Cleaning media Cleaning period Functioning Today cleaning by ultrasound is the most modern fine cleaning method The electric high frequency energy created by an ultrasonic generator is transformed into mechanical energy by piezo electrical transducer systems and is then transmitted into the bath This process creates millions of tiny vacuum bubbles which implode due to the variations of pressure caused by the ultrasonic activity Highly energetic liquid jets are created These jets remove dirt particles from surfaces and even from the smallest grooves and bores Ultrasonic cleaning factors Basically the cleaning result depends on four factors Ultrasonic energy is probably the most important mechanical factor in the cleaning process This energy must be transmitted through a liquid medium to the surfaces which are to be cleaned The present Elmasonic unit is fitted with the innovative sweep function device electronic oscillation of t
26. turn the turning knob back into OFF position Attention Turn the turning knob into OFF position only clockwise In order to avoid unintended continued operation the unit is equipped with an automatic safety switch off The unit switches off completely after 12 h continued operation In case you wish to continue operation start the unit again Sieve cleaning mode The Elmasonic S50R can be operated in a special sieve cleaning mode The sieve cleaning mode is a special ultrasonic mode that has been designed for the cleaning of analysis sieves Two different ultrasonic operating modes Pulse and Sweep are operated alternatingly in a pre defined programme which guarantees the perfect cleaning of the sieves Turn the turning knob Illustration 4 7 B to the right clockwise to switch the unit on Set the required cleaning time short period operation or continued operation as described in section 4 7 Press the key DH to start the ultrasonic operation Press the key sieve clean to activate the sieve cleaning mode Sieve cleaning degas and sample preparation modes cannot be operated simultaneously Elma Schmidbauer GmbH BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 21 Ultrasonic cleaning process 7 3 Degas mode degassing of HPLC solvents The Elmasonic S50R can be operated in a special degas mode H The degas mode provides an efficient degassing of the filled liquid within approx 30 minutes The gas contained in the
27. urer light fault indication ultrasound Unsatisfactory cleaning e no or unsuitable cleaning e use suitable cleaning results medium used medium e cleaning period too short e repeat cleaning interval e ultrasonic energy heats up e switch on ultrasound for liquid physical process short period only 30 BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Putting out of action and waste disposal 12 13 Putting out of action and waste disposal The unit can be taken to metal and electronics recycling stations or returned to the manufacturer Manufacturer s contact address Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Gotlieb Daimler Str 17 D 78224 Singen Phone 49 0 7731 882 0 Fax 49 0 7731 882 266 info elma ultrasonic com www elma ultrasonic com Do you have any queries or suggestions concerning the present unit its operation or the Operating Instructions Please contact us we will be glad to assist Technical Support Phone 49 0 7731 882 280 Fax 49 0 7731 882 253 support elma ultrasonic com a_ch_05 2012 Subject to technical and visual modifications Elm Elma Schmidbauer GmbH oo BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Manufacturer s contact address 32 BA_S50R_EN Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH
28. with the instructions given in sections 8 1 and 8 2 will not be covered by the manufacturer s warranty Limitations of use of cleaners containing solvents Never use flammable liquids or solvents directly in an ultrasonic cleaning tank Risk of fire and explosion Ultrasound increases the volume of vaporisation of liquids and creates a very fine mist that can catch fire on any ignition source at any time Do not fill potentially explosive substances and flammable solvents e marked in compliance with the EEC directives by symbols and safety warnings R 1 to R 9 e or E F F OorR10 R11 or R 12 for flammable substances into the stainless steel tank for ultrasonic treatment In compliance with the general regulations on the protection of labour certain limited volumes of flammable liquids max 1 litre can be used in an ultrasonic cleaning unit under the following conditions these liquids must be filled into a suitable separate vessel e g beaker with sufficient ventilation this vessel beaker can then be put into the stainless steel tank which is filled with non flammable liquid water with a few drops of surfactant 24 BA_S50R_EN_Vers 01 2014 Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Cleaning media 8 2 ATTENTION Acids and alkaline solutions Entrainment of chemical substances Acid resistant tank Disinfectants Safety regulations Limitations on aqueous cleaners Do not use aqueous cleaning media with pH values
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