Operating Instructions (Getting Started) - Qsonica Sonicator Q700 Operation Manual

7. Operating Instructions (Getting Started)

CAUTION
Do not operate the power supply unless it is connected to the converter.
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Never allow liquid to spill into the converter.
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Do not allow a Microtip to vibrate in air.
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Do not allow the vibrating Microtip to contact anything but the sample.
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Never place a washer between the converter, probe or horn.
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Never apply grease to the mating surfaces or threads of the converter, probe or Microtip.
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Should it become necessary to remove a probe, use the wrenches supplied. Never attempt
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to remove the probe by twisting the converter housing or holding it in a vice, as this may
damage the electrical connections within the housing.
Note: Overheating will damage the converter. See addendum for converter cooling instructions.
Note: Standard probes/horns can operate at a maximum temperature of 140
probes/horns can be made for higher temperatures.
The probes (solid or with a replaceable tip) are tuned elements that resonate at a specific frequency. If the
replaceable tip is removed or isolated from the rest of the probe, the element will no longer resonate at that
frequency, and the power supply will fail. Unlike aqueous (water based) solutions which rarely cause
problems, solvents and low surface tension liquids are problematic. These liquids penetrate the
probe/replaceable tip interface, and force the particulates into the threaded section isolating the tip from the
probe. When processing low surface tension liquids, ALWAYS use a solid probe.
1. Connect the power cord into the receptacle on the rear of the ultrasonic processor.
2. Make sure the unit is switched off. Plug the electrical line cord into the electrical outlet.
3. If the optional foot switch is used, insert the plug into the jack located on the rear panel.
4. Important set up tips are discussed in the Addendum
5. For best results it is critical to use the appropriate size and type of accessory to process
your sample. If you are not sure that you have the proper horn for your sample volume please
refer to the product brochure or call for assistance.
6. Horns/Probes must be properly tightened. Depending on the accessories purchased, often
the horn and the flat tip are attached to the converter at the factory. Check the tightness of
the horn and flat tip by using the wrench set. Please refer to images in the Maintenance
section of this manual. A loose horn or tip may cause damage to the generator circuitry or parts
of the converter and horn. A loose horn may also show a fluctuation in wattage readings.
Always use the wrenches supplied with the unit.
7. If you will be using a Microtip or extender, remove the flat tip on the end of the replaceable tip
probe, then attached the Microtip or extender in its place.
8. Microtips must be used in pulse mode to prevent overheating - which could potentially
crack the tip. Contact us with questions.
9. Horns and probe tips wear after normal usage. Using a severely worn probe tip can damage
internal generator components.
LOW SURFACE TENSION LIQUIDS – ORGANIC SOLVENTS
CAUTION
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