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- Page 1 Sonicator ULTRASONIC PROCESSOR Part No. Q700 OPERATION MANUAL 53 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470 U.S.A · Phone: 203.426.0101 1.877.338.9636 Fax: 203.426.7026 · Web: www.sonicator.com E-mail: info@sonicator.com Rev. 6-12...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section Page No. Warranty Warnings Specifications Principles of Operation Description of Components / Functions of Controls 10-12 Preparation for Use Operating Instructions (Getting Started) 14-23 Maintenance 24-26 Troubleshooting 10. Service / Return of Equipment 11. Service Safety Certification form Rev. -
Page 4: Warranty
1. Warranty Your Ultrasonic Processor is w arranted and backed by the manufacturer for a period of tw o years from the date of shipment against defect s in material and w orkmanship under normal use as described in this instruction manual. During the w arranty period, the manufacturer w ill, at its option, as the exclusive remedy, either repair or replace w it hout charge for material and labor, the part(s) w hich prove to be defective, provided t he unit is returned to us properly packed w it h all transportation charges prepaid. -
Page 5: Warnings
2. Warnings Please read the manual in its entirety. Necessary instruction and guidance are provided to help ensure the successful operation of this device. Your new Ultrasonic Liquid Processor has been designed, built and tested to assure maximum operator safety. How ever, no design can completely protect against improper use that may lead to bodily injury and/or property damage. - Page 6 Symbols Caution, Risk of electric shock, Hazardous voltage Caution, Risk of danger. Refer to User Manual. Rev. 6-12...
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Page 7: Specifications
3. Specifications Generator 220 VAC – 240 VAC @ 50/60 Input Voltage 100 VAC – 120 VAC @ 50/60 Hz Rated Current 12 Amps max. 6 Amps max. Fuse Rating 15 Amps* 8 Amps* Weight 16 lbs. (7.3 Kg) Dimensions 8"... - Page 8 Environmental Pollution Degree Installation Category Operating Limits Temperature: 41 - 104ºF (5 - 40ºC) Relative Humidity 10 - 95% (Non Condensing) Altitude: 6,651 ft. (2000 m) Temperature: 35 -120 F (2 - 49 Shipping/Storage Relative Humidity 10 - 95% (Non Condensing) Ambient Pressure Extremes: 40,000 ft.
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Page 9: Principles Of Operation
4. Principles of Operation The ultrasonic electronic generator transforms AC line pow er to a 20 KHz signal that drives a piezoelectric converter/transducer. This electrical signal is converted by the transducer to a mechanical vibration due to the characteristics of the internal piezoelectric crystals. The vibration is amplified and transmitted dow n the length of the horn/probe w here the tip longitudinally expands and contracts. - Page 10 maintain amplitude. For example, a ½ ” probe at 100% amplitude w ill require approximately 5 w atts to operate in air. The amplitude of this probe is approximately 120um. Insert the probe in w ater and the w attage reading w ill increase to approximately 90 w atts. The w attage required to operate the probe w ill increase as the load increases but the amplitude remains the same.
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Page 11: Description Of Components / Functions Of Controls
5. Description of Components / Functions of Controls The Model # Q700 includes a standard 1/2” diameter probe (#4220). 5a. Q700 Front Panel Converter Converter Cable Generator ½” Horn with replaceable tip 5b. Q700 Rear Panel On/Off Switch Cooling Fan... - Page 12 FUNCTIONS OF KEYS, CONTROLS, INDICATORS, AND CONNECTORS FRONT PANEL Displays prompts and control parameters including: • Amplitude selected • Output pow er delivered to the probe in w atts • Selected duration of processing • Actual processing time Touch screen display •...
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Page 13: Rear Panel
REAR PANEL On / Off Sw itch Turns the pow er supply on and off . Footsw itch Connector Connects to the footsw itch cable. Temperature Probe Connects to the Temperature monitoring probe or thermocouple Connector Converter Cable Connects to the converter. Connector (Output) Pow er Supply Connector Connects to the electrical line cord and encases the fuse(s). -
Page 14: Preparation For Use
6. Preparation for Use INSPECTION Prior to installing the ultrasonic processor, perform a visual inspection to detect any evidence of damage, w hich might have occurred during shipment. Before disposing of any packaging material, check it carefully for small items. The ultrasonic processor w as carefully packed and thoroughly inspect ed before leaving our factory. -
Page 15: Operating Instructions (Getting Started)
7. Operating Instructions (Getting Started) CAUTION Do not operate the pow er supply unless it is connected to the converter. Never allow liquid to spill into the converter. Do not allow a Microtip to vibrate in air. ... - Page 16 fluctuation in w attage readings. Always use the wrenches supplied with the unit. 6. If you w ill be using a Microtip or extender, remove the flat tip on the end of the replaceable tip probe, t hen attached the Microtip or extender in its place. 7.
- Page 17 * If you are not familiar w ith t he microtips and need assistance, please call your representative for help. Warning: Improper selection may result in tip damage or poor sonication. Damage caused by not f ollow ing t his step is not covered under the w arranty. After answ ering t he Microtip question, the follow ing screen appears: To Manual Mode To Program Menu...
- Page 18 The follow ing screen displays the Manual Mode. A. Microtip Mode – Indicates that the unit is set for use w ith microtips only. This mode should not be used w it h standard probes or horns (1/2” or larger). See page 15 for information on selecting YES or NO at the “...
- Page 19 Program Menu The unit can be programmed to sonicate at specific, user-selected time intervals including pulse mode. To Program Sequence 1 Screen Screen To Option Screen Sequence 2 Screen Previous Screen Select/Modify a Program – Create, select or modify up to 10 different programs. Select/Modify Sequence 1 &...
- Page 20 Programming Screen How To Create a Program The ultrasonic processor has the ability to save up to 10 programs. Select a program number from the keypad, the program number w ill appear above the Amplitude box. For each of the following steps: After touching a field, the background w ill change to yellow indicating an active field.
- Page 21 How To Run A Saved Program From the program screen (see image at top of previous page), touch the program number on the right side of the screen and t he selected program settings w ill appear. Follow steps 9 and 10 from the previous page. This Run screen is an example of a sample program in progress.
- Page 22 Sequencing After selecting Sequence 1 or 2 from the Program Menu, the follow ing screen w ill appear: Sequence Programming Screen Program Delay Field Number Selected After creating multiple programs, a sequence of those programs may be selected. Select the Program Number and the amount of time desired betw een Programs.
- Page 23 Sequence Progress Bar – The measure of the total of all programs in the sequence including On, Off and Delay After times. The follow ing Option Screen can be accessed from either Menu Screen. The Option menu enables the selection of Temperature units and Footswitch operational mode.
- Page 24 Techniques for Optimizing Results Probe Depth Immerse t he probe tip 1.5 times the tip diameter into t he solution, w ithout touching the bottom. For example, t he ½ ” horn should be immersed ¾ ” below the liquid surface. Immersion depth can be less for larger horns and may have to be more for smaller probes used at higher intensity.
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Page 25: Maintenance
9. Maintenance It is recommended t o periodically inspect t he unit, both visually and physically, to insure optimum and safe performance. This inspection should be scheduled as a routine maintenance procedure, done w ith the unit pow er OFF and w ith the unit unplugged from the AC pow er source. - Page 26 Follow the steps below for attaching and detaching accessories: Disconnect probe from convertor. Use t he w rench set provided w ith the system. Clean t hreaded stud. Use alcohol and a cotton sw ab to remove any debris on the threading of the connecting stud.
- Page 27 the manufacturer for assistance if the threading is chipped or damaged in anyw ay. Replacement Tip Removal Replacement Tip Tightening Replacement Tip Removal Replacement Tip Tightening * Note: When tightening a Microtip the tip must not be in contact w ith the w ork surface. Alw ays have the tip ext ending off of the table or w ork surface to minimize stress to the tip.
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Page 28: Troubleshooting
9. Troubleshooting Your Ultrasonic Processor w as designed to provide you w ith years of safe and dependable service. Nevertheless, because of component f ailure or improper usage, the possibility does exist that it might not perform as it should, shut dow n or stop w orking all together. The most probable causes f or malfunction are listed below and should be investigated. -
Page 29: Service / Return Of Equipment
10. Return of Equipment It is suggested that an Ultrasonic Processor in need of repair be sent back to the factory. In order t o receive prompt service; alw ays cont act your Customer Service Representative before returning any instrument. Include date of purchase, model number and serial number. -
Page 30: Service Safety Certification Form
SAFETY CERTIFICATION FORM Items being returned: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Please check only one item below : ___ The equipment w as never used or exposed to any radiological, biological or chemical agents and is safe to handle, use or dispose of. ___ The equipment w as used but not in conjunction w ith or exposed to any radiological, geological or chemical agents and is safe to handle, use, or dispose of.