Warnings - Qsonica Q700 Operation Manual

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.
instruction manual carefully before attempting to operate this equipment.
WARNINGS:
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High voltage is present in the generator (pow er supply), converter and high frequency cable. There are no
user-serviceable parts inside any of these devices. Do NOT attempt to remov e the generator cover or
converter case.
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Do NOT touch any open cable connections on the unit w hile the pow er is turned ON.
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Do NOT operate generator w ith converter disconnected from high voltage cable. High voltage is present in
the cable and may pose a shock hazard.
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Do NOT attempt to disconnect the converter high voltage cable w hile the unit is running.
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The generator must be properly grounded w ith a 3 -prong plug. Test electrical outlet for proper grounding
before plugging in unit.
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Install the ultrasonic processor in an area free from excessive dust, dirt, explosive or corrosive fumes and
protected from extremes in temperature and humidity. Do not place the Generator w ithin a Fume Hood.
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Hearing protection is highly recommended. It is recommended that a sound abating enclosure or ear
protection be used w hen operating the Ultrasonic Processor
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NEVER immerse the converter in liquids of any kind, or let condensed moisture or liquid drip into the
converter.
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NEVER grasp an activated horn or probe. It can cause severe burns and tissue damage.
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NEVER allow a probe to vibrate in air.
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NEVER hold or clamp the converter by the front driver or by the horn itself. This can cause permanent
damage to the system. Support the converter by only clamping around t he converter housing (upper
portion).
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If needed air cool the convertor w ith dry compressed air.
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Do NOT allow the tip of a vibrating horn or probe to touch the counter top or any other hard surface. It
could damage the probe, overload the generator, or damage the surface.
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Avoid touching the bottom or sides of a glass or plastic container w ith an activated probe. It could crack
or shatter the glass or melt the plastic.
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Turn OFF the pow er sw itch, unplug the generator and disconnect the pow er cord from the back of the
generator before attempting to replace the fuses.
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Inspect high frequency cable for cracks in the protective outer jacket.
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Do not operate unit w ith a damaged cable. Doing so may cause serious injury.
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In case of AC pow er loss, w ait 3 minutes minimum before reapplying pow er.
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Do not turn off AC mains pow er w hile running a horn. Stop sonication via touch screen prior to stopping
pow er.
For total safety and equipment protection, read the
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Observe the follow ing
Rev. 6-12