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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
MODEL 3120
200 Watt RF Generator
Doc. No. 31200801-00 Rev A

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL 3120 200 Watt RF Generator Doc. No. 31200801-00 Rev A...
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  • Page 3 Vante ™ Engineering & Research Associates, Inc. 100 N. Tucson Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85716 USA Telephone (520) 881-6555 (520) 323-9055 Toll Free (877) 565-5557 Part No. 31200801-00 Rev. A ™ 5/10 Vante...
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  • Page 5: Intended Audience

    Model 3120 RF Generator (hereinafter referred to as “the RF Generator”. The information contained herein is based upon technical data that have been verified by Vante™ and is believed to be adequate for the intended use of the product. Intended Audience...

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    1. Medical Device Quality Systems Manual, 1st edition, CDRH December 1996, U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. CE Mark Information For inquires related to the CE marking of this product, please contact Vante™ at 100 N. Tucson Boulevard, Tucson, Arizona, U.S.A. +1-520-881-6555, +1-520- 323-9055 (fax).

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preliminary Information.......................v   Document Scope ......................v   Intended Audience ....................v   Application .......................v   User Alerts .......................v   Safety Symbols ...................... vi   Exclusions and Limits of Liability ................. vi   Proprietary Information ..................vi     References ......................

  • Page 8: Table Of Figures

    Table of Figures Table 1.1 Control Port Pin Out ................3   Figure 1.1 Model 3120 RF Generator Front View ..........4   Figure 1.2 Model 3120 RF Generator Rear View ...........4   Figure 1.3 Serial Plate .....................5   Figure 1.4 Fuse Labels ....................5  ...

  • Page 9: Description

    1. Description 1.1 The RF Forming/Welding System 1.1.1 The Model 3120 RF Generator is the foundation of a system used to perform sealing, forming and/or welding operations of RF reactive thermoplastic materials. It must be interfaced to various other components in order to create a system that performs the required operation.

  • Page 10: User Safety

    WARNING: Sealing is not recommended for tubing containing flammable liquids or hazardous materials. 1.3.3 The Model 3120 Generator has a thermal protection circuit which will cause the unit to shut down if internal temperatures exceed 55°C. After a short period of time (when internal temperatures are below 55° C) the generator will reset and operation can resume.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    ™ Vante Model 3120 1.4.2 The following chart lists the control port pinouts. CONNECTION NO CONNECTION RF ENERGIZED SIGNAL (+12 VDC WHEN RF POWER IS ON) RF COMMAND (GROUNDING CAUSES RF TO TURN ON) GROUND NO CONNECTION CONSTANT +24 VDC SUPPLY...

  • Page 12: Component Identification

    1.6.1 Figure 1.3 depicts the serial plate which specifies the power input requirements for the model. Each unit’s serial plate indicates the model number and serial number of the unit. 1.6.2 Refer to the serial number when contacting Vante™ or one of its authorized service centers.
  • Page 13 ™ Vante Model 3120 Figure 1.3 Serial Plate Figure 1.4 Fuse Label...
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  • Page 15: System Setup

    2.1.2 Check to see that the power cord plug matches the power receptacle for the country in which the system is being used. If it does not, contact Vante™. CAUTION: Do not connect the power cord to AC mains at this time.
  • Page 16 RF power output. Wait several minutes for the unit to cool and proceed with sealing/forming/welding operations at a rate that will not cause generator shutdown. If problem persists, contact Vante™ for other possible solutions.

  • Page 17: Maintenance And Repair

    Model 3120 3. Maintenance and Repair 3.1 System Maintenance 3.1.1 The only maintenance required for the model 3120 RF Generator is keeping the fan intake filter and air exhaust ports free of accumulated dust to ensure proper airflow. WARNING: Turn off the Generator and disconnect the sealer by removing all connectors prior to cleaning.
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  • Page 19: Radio Frequency System Safety Considerations

    Model 3120 4. Radio Frequency System Safety Considerations 4.1 Introduction 4.1.1 Vante™ manufactures a variety of instruments which incorporate the use of radio frequency (RF) for sealing, welding, or forming thermoplastics. Typical uses include biopharmaceutical tube sealing, thermoplastic welding and thermoplastic forming processes.

  • Page 20: Rf Effects In Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

    Vante Model 3120 4.6 RF Effects In Potentially Explosive Atmospheres 4.6.1 Do not operate Vante™ RF instruments in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is possible for the RF electrodes to arc, initiating an explosion or fire. NOTE: Vante™...

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