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Instructions for Use Ultrasonic Homogenizer mini20 Ultrasonic Homogenizer mini20 51406c GB/2019-07...
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Copyright & limitation of liability This document may not be reproduced, either in full or in extracts, without prior approval of BANDELIN electronic GmbH & Co. KG, hereinafter referred to as BANDELIN. The German original is the binding version of this document. Any differences in the translation are not binding and have no legal effect.
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Operating sequence Identifi es instructions that are to be followed in the described instructions sequence. 51406c GB/2019-07 3 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
General use ........................22 Selection of suitable probe ..................... 24 4.3.1 Mounting and dismounting of the probes ............... 24 4 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
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Consumable materials - not applicable - ..............34 Taking the unit out of service ..................34 Key words ........................35 Informative appendices Decontamination - Master copy 51406c GB/2019-07 5 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
Product features on the rear side of the HF generator: • Mains switch (7) • Mains socket (8) with fuse holder • Recessed grip with storage (9) 6 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
A declaration of conformity can be requested from the manufacturer by providing the serial number. 51406c GB/2019-07 7 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
To avoid damage to the HF generator and converter, the power is limited to the maximum permissible peak value. With very viscous media, this can result in failure to reach the desired amplitude. 8 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
It is suitable for use in facilities and areas which are directly connected to a public low-voltage supply network, e.g. medical laboratory facilities. 51406c GB/2019-07 9 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
PC. The WINPULS remote operation programme is not part of the standard product range. 10 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
• Only the ultrasonic converter UW mini20 may be connected to the HF connection. • Do not operate the device without supervision. 51406c GB/2019-07 11 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
• Guard against moisture and wetness - risk of electric shock. 12 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
Connect the HF generator to the mains (grounded socket) and switch on. Set the probe type (see chapter 3.1.1) Conduct a function test pursuant to chapter 6.2.1. 51406c GB/2019-07 13 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
Ultrasound operation blinking green: Remote control over the digital IR interface red light: Error messages blinking red: Warning messages 14 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
In the marked area (inverse view) of the selected parameter, the desired value is set by turning the rotary knob. By pressing the “START/STOP” button, the editing mode is exited. 51406c GB/2019-07 15 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
1 to 59 seconds MENU proceed to next set value or operating parameter START back to stand-by mode STOP 16 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
0.2 to 60 seconds The pulse period is the sum of the turn-on and turn-off times t = t 51406c GB/2019-07 17 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
After a successful scan while in continuous operation ( pulsation = off, time > 30 s), start with an amplitude setting of 50 % and check the operation. Next, set the desired value. 18 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
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fl uctuate. This type of regulation cannot be recommended for reproducible results. 51406c GB/2019-07 19 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
“ MENU” button (termination of the mode) or set the programme number [ProgNo] to 0 and then press the “START/STOP” button (the working memory will overwrite itself). 20 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
• The displayed value for energy is calculated based on the HF energy applied and can be used as an equivalent for the acoustic ultrasound energy under consideration of the effi ciency. 51406c GB/2019-07 21 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
Set the immersion depth for the probe (approx. 2 - 10 mm). 22 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
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Clean the probe and check the wear on the sound emitting surface at regular intervals, see chapter 5.1. 51406c GB/2019-07 23 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
Now push the spanner with width 8 into the guide grooves of the probe. Then unscrew the probe. In doing so, fi rmly hold the spanner at the coupling piece. 24 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
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fi rm enough, a malfunction can occur (Error 011 or 012). 51406c GB/2019-07 25 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
• Housing is to be wiped off only from the outside with a moist cloth; afterwards, allow to dry alone or wipe dry. 26 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
During extended periods without use, the homogenizer should be stored in a cool, dry place. The ultrasonic transducer should be covered in order to protect the electronics from outside contamination. 51406c GB/2019-07 27 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
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The black housing of the ultrasonic transducer (ultrasonic oscillating system) may not be turned against each other. The ultrasonic oscillating system and its electrical connections would be damaged as a result. 51406c GB/2019-07 29 / 38 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
Critical faults are recognised by the device and signaled by a red LED and an intermittent signal tone (3 times), and displayed with an error number, see next page. 30 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
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If it is not possible to rectify the fault using these short instructions, please contact your local specialist dealer or write us to the address below. 32 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
Fax: +49-(0)-30 – 76 88 02 00 13 In the event of returns, the General Terms and Conditions for Delivery and Payment of BANDELIN electronic GmbH & Co. KG apply. In addition, the homogenizer is to be cleaned and decontaminated (if necessary), see the following chapter.
If the homogenizer no longer works, it must be disposed of appropriately. Some electrical components are considered to be toxic waste. 34 / 38 51406c GB/2019-07 1 electronic GmbH & Co. KG • Heinrichstraße 3-4 • 12207 Berlin • Deutschland • info@bandelin.com...
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