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  • Page 1 100-214-294 Rev. 3 Ultrasonic Bath Models 1800, 2800, 3800, 5800, 8800 Operator’s Manual 1.800.544.2843 www.calcert.com sales@calcert.com...
  • Page 2 Branson. If within thirty (30) days after discovery of any warranty defects within the warranty period, the Customer notifies...
  • Page 3 consequential punitive or incidental damages including without limitation, and/or any consequential damages arising out of commercial losses. • Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tank; use a tray or wire to suspend items. Direct placement can cause the units to fail.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Front Limited Warranty Cover Safety Precautions Introduction Ultrasonic Baths Accessories For Your Unit Unpacking Your Unit Installing Your Unit How Ultrasonics Works Model Name Definition Equipment Specifications (North America Models) Equipment Specifications (Europe Models) Equipment Specifications (Japan Models) Equipment Specifications (China Models) Fuse Table (North America and Japan Models) Fuse Table (Europe and China Models) Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath...
  • Page 5 Direct Cleaning Method Indirect Cleaning Method Non-Cleaning Application Cleaning Solutions Troubleshooting Service Centers Information for Users on Disposal of Equipment 1.800.544.2843 www.calcert.com sales@calcert.com...

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Before using your Ultrasonic Bath, please read and thoroughly understand these safety precautions. Failure to follow them may result in serious personal injury or property damage. To avoid electrical shock: • Do unplug from power source before filling or emptying the tank. •...
  • Page 7 To prevent damage to the unit: • Do change your solution regularly. • Do not cover vents on the cover. • Do not operate the unit dry. • Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tank; use a tray or wire to suspend items.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    These provide increased ultrasonic power along with built in sweep frequency to ensure uniform ultrasonic activity throughout the bath. Models 1800 and 2800 have a molded dip in the left side of their rims to facilitate emptying of solution from the tank. Models 3800, 5800 and 8800 have built in drains and are supplied with tank drain kits.

  • Page 9: Accessories For Your Unit

    Accessories For Your Unit As parts cannot be placed on the tank bottom, accessories include beaker positioning covers, solid and perforated insert trays, mesh baskets, beakers, and support racks. NOTE: Tank covers are included with every unit. Unpacking Your Unit Please check your unit and its carton carefully for any external or internal damage.

  • Page 10: How Ultrasonics Works

    How Ultrasonics Works Ultrasonic sound is sound transmitted at frequencies generally beyond the range of human hearing. In your ultrasonic bath, ultrasonic sound (sonics) can be used for cleaning materials and parts, and for dissolving, homogenizing and degassing liquids. This is how it works: •...

  • Page 11: Model Name Definition

    1800 Model Tank Capacity Heater Region/voltage │ │ │ │ CPX: Digital 1800: 1/2 gal. Blank: No Heater Blank: North (1.91L) America (120 VAC) M: Mechanical 2800: 3/4 gal. H: With Heater - E: Europe (2.81 l) (230 VAC) 3800: 1-1/2 gal.

  • Page 12: Equipment Specifications (North America Models)

    Equipment Specifications (North America Models) Model Name Tank Tank Overall Weight Heater Max. Capacity Size Size Sonics Power Draw (Inches) (Inches) Power Power Req. M1800 L: 6 L: 9.9 M1800H 1/2 gal. 9 lb W: 5.5 W: 12 (1.91 l) (4 kg) CPX1800H H: 4...

  • Page 13: Equipment Specifications (Europe Models)

    Equipment Specifications (Europe Models) Model Name Tank Tank Overall Weight Heater Max. Capacity Size Size Sonics Power Draw (mm) (mm) Power Power Req. M1800-E 1.91 l L: 150 L: 251 M1800H-E 5.4 kg (1/2 W: 140 W: 305 (12 lb) CPX1800H-E gal.) H: 100...

  • Page 14: Equipment Specifications (Japan Models)

    Equipment Specifications (Japan Models) Model Name Tank Tank Overall Weight Heater Max. Capacity Size Size Sonics Power Draw (Inches) (Inches) Power Power Req. M1800-J 1.91 l L: 150 L: 251 M1800H-J 4 kg (1/2 W: 140 W: 305 (9 lb) CPX1800H-J gal.) H: 100...

  • Page 15: Equipment Specifications (China Models)

    Equipment Specifications (China Models) Model Name Tank Tank Overall Weight Heater Max. Capacity Size Size Sonics Power Draw (Inches) (Inches) Power Power Req. M1800-C 1.91 l L: 150 L: 251 M1800H-C 5.4 kg (1/2 W: 140 W: 305 (12 lb) CPX1800H-C gal.) H: 100...

  • Page 16: Fuse Table (North America And Japan Models)

    Fuse Table (North America and Japan Models) Model Name Fuse 1 Fuse 2 Fuse 3 M1800/M1800-J M1800H/M1800H-J 250V, 2A CPX1800H/CPX1800H-J CPX1800/CPX1800-J 250V, 1.6A M2800/M2800-J M2800H/M2800H-J 250V, 2.5A 250V, 1.6A CPX2800H/CPX2800H-J CPX2800/CPX2800-J 250V, 1.6A M3800/M3800-J M3800H/M3800H-J 250V, 2.5A 250V, 1A CPX3800H/CPX3800H-J CPX3800/CPX3800-J 250V, 1.6A M5800/M5800-J...

  • Page 17: Fuse Table (Europe And China Models)

    Fuse Table (Europe and China Models) Model Name Fuse 1 Fuse 2 Fuse 3 M1800-E/M1800-C M1800H-E/M1800H-C 250V, 1.6A CPX1800H-E/CPX1800H-C CPX1800-E/CPX1800-C M2800-E/M2800-C M2800H-E/M2800H-C 250V, 2.5A 250V, 1.6A CPX2800H-E/CPX2800H-C CPX2800-E/CPX2800-C 250V, 1.6A M3800-E/M3800-C M3800H-E/M3800H-C 250V, 2.5A 250V, 1A CPX3800H-E/CPX3800H-C CPX3800-E/CPX3800-C 250V, 1.6A M5800-E/M5800-C M5800H-E/M5800H-C 250V, 5A...

  • Page 18: Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath

    Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath If this is the first time you are using the ultrasonic bath, please read this whole section before operating your unit. M Series Before You Begin • Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tanks; use a tray or wire to suspend items.

  • Page 19: Series: Explanation Of Controls

    M Series Explanation of Controls M Series Tower Control Function MAIN POWER This switch is located on the back of the unit, next to the SWITCH power cord receptacle. • Press the (on) side to power on the unit. • Press the (off) side to power off the unit.

  • Page 20: Series: Operating Your Unit

    M Series Operating your Unit Degassing For initial cleaning solution degassing. Step Action Turn Main Power switch on. Turn the Timer Knob clockwise to 5–10 and let the unit run to allow the solution to “degas.” NOTE: Refer to page 41 for information on degassing. Cleaning Items (Treating Samples) NOTE: To stop ultrasonics at any time, turn the Timer Knob to the zero position.

  • Page 21: Mh Series Before You Begin

    MH Series Before You Begin • Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tanks; use a tray or wire to suspend items. Direct placement can cause the units to fail. • Do not allow the solution to drop more than 3/8 inch (1 cm) below the operating level line with heat or ultrasonics on.

  • Page 22: Mh Series Explanation Of Controls

    MH Series Explanation of Controls MH Series Tower Control Function MAIN POWER This switch is located on the back of the unit, next to the SWITCH power cord receptacle. • Press the (on) side to power on the unit. • Press the (off) side to power off the unit.

  • Page 23: Mh Series Operating Your Unit

    MH Series Operating your Unit Degassing For initial cleaning solution degassing. Step Action Turn Main Power switch on. Turn HEAT switch on. Turn the Timer Knob clockwise to 5–10 and let the unit run to allow the solution to “degas.” NOTE: Refer to page 41 for information on degassing.

  • Page 24: Cpx Series Before You Begin

    CPX Series Before You Begin • Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tanks; use a tray or wire to suspend items. Direct placement can cause the units to fail. • Do not allow the solution to drop more than 3/8 inch (1 cm) below the operating level line with ultrasonics on.

  • Page 25: Cpx Series Explanation Of Controls

    CPX Series Explanation of Controls CPX Series Tower Control Function MAIN This switch is located on the back of the unit, next to the POWER power cord receptacle. SWITCH • Press the (on) side to power on the unit. • Press the (off) side to power off the unit.
  • Page 26 Control Function SONICS Press to activate ultrasonics. If running in Timed Mode, a timer will begin to count down and ultrasonics will stop at 0 minutes. In Constant Sonics Mode ( and “- -” on the display), timer has no function. Press key again to deactivate ultrasonics.

  • Page 27: Cpx Series Lcd Description

    CPX Series LCD Description Item Function Displayed for 15 s only during power-up, shows the current ultrasonic output power selection. Power Press the Sonics ( ) or Degas key ( ) to go into normal Level operating mode. Press key to change between high (HI) and low (LO) power ultrasonics.

  • Page 28: Cpx Series Operating Your Unit

    CPX Series Operating your Unit Degassing For initial cleaning solution degassing. NOTE: To stop degassing at any time, press the Degas key ( Step Action Turn Main Power switch on. Press the On/Standby key ( ) to turn on the unit. Press Degas key ( ) once to start the degas process.
  • Page 29 Step Action Press the Sonics key ( ) to activate ultrasonics. Place the items into a basket, perforated tray, or beakers in a positioning cover. If using beakers or a solid tray, add cleaning solution to beakers or tray to cover the items. Slowly lower the tray or beakers into the tank.

  • Page 30: Cpxh Series Before You Begin

    CPXH Series Before You Begin • Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tanks; use a tray or wire to suspend items. Direct placement can cause the units to fail. • Do not allow the solution to drop more than 3/8 inch (1 cm) below the operating level line with heat or ultrasonics on.

  • Page 31: Cpxh Series Explanation Of Controls

    CPXH Series Explanation of Controls CPXH Series Tower Control Function MAIN This switch is located on the back of the unit, next to the POWER power cord receptacle. SWITCH • Press the (on) side to power on the unit. • Press the (off) side to power off the unit.
  • Page 32 Control Function HEAT Press to turn heater on/off. Heater will shut off when set temperature is attained. SONICS Press to activate ultrasonics. If running in Timed Mode, a timer will begin to count down and ultrasonics will stop at 0 minutes. In Constant Sonics Mode ( and “- - -”...
  • Page 33 Control Function FUNCTION Press the Fn key to access less-frequently used functions. Ready State (Set Sonics Time) Fn 1x Fn 6x Set Degas Set Target Time Temp. Fn 5x Fn 2x Sel. Temp. Set Constant Units Sonics Set Power Fn 4x Fn 3x Level The appropriate icon will flash to indicate which option is...
  • Page 34 Control Function FUNCTION • Timed/Constant Sonics: Press key to select Constant Sonics Mode ( and “- - -” on the display). Press key to select Timed Sonics Mode. Indicates (2x) Blinking • Full/Low Power: Press key to select full power ultrasonic output.
  • Page 35 Control Function FUNCTION • Degas Time: Press keys to increase/decrease degas time (hold for quick increments/decrements). Time values are circular, pressing from 99 minutes takes you to 1 minutes. Pressing from 1 minutes takes you to 99 minutes. Indicates (5x) Blinking 30 Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath 1.800.544.2843...

  • Page 36: Cpxh Series Lcd Description

    CPXH Series LCD Description Item Function Sonics/ Displays the set time for a timed ultrasonic or degas cycle. Degas Press keys to adjust ultrasonic or degassing Set Time cycle time (adjustable from 1 to 99 minutes). In Constant Sonics Mode, “- - -” is displayed. Displays the target temperature.
  • Page 37 Item Function Auto Indicates the unit is in Auto Mode. In Auto Mode, the following actions are carried out automatically by the controller: • Heater is turned on to bring bath to set temperature. • When set temperature is reached, ultrasonics are activated.

  • Page 38: Cpxh Series Operating Your Unit

    CPXH Series Operating your Unit Degassing For initial cleaning solution degassing. NOTE: To stop degassing at any time, press the Degas key ( Step Action Turn Main Power switch on. Press the On/Standby key ( ) to turn on the unit. Default degas time is 5 minutes.
  • Page 39 Cleaning Items (Treating Samples) in Timed Sonics Mode NOTE: To stop ultrasonics at any time, press the Sonics key ( Step Action Turn Main Power switch on. Press the On/Standby key ( ) to turn on the unit. If necessary degas the liquid. See page 33 for instructions. Set the amount of time you wish the items to be cleaned: •...
  • Page 40 Cleaning Items (Treating Samples) in Constant Sonics Mode NOTE: To stop ultrasonics at any time, press the Sonics key ( Step Action Turn Main Power switch on. Press the On/Standby key ( ) to turn on the unit. If necessary degas the liquid. See page 33 for instructions. Change sonics mode: •...
  • Page 41 Cleaning Items (Treating Samples) in Auto Mode NOTE: To stop ultrasonics at any time, press the Sonics key ( Step Action Turn Main Power switch on. Press the On/Standby key ( ) to turn on the unit. If necessary degas the liquid. See page 33 for instructions. Set the amount of time you wish the items to be cleaned: •...
  • Page 42 CPXH Temperature Calibration The CPXH unit temperature measurement is factory calibrated. Use the following instructions to perform periodic calibrations: Step Action The ultrasonic bath liquid may be at room temperature or may be heated-up to a desired operating temperature (e.g. 40 °C). Press the Fn key 4 times until the Current Temperature icon ) starts blinking.

  • Page 43: Draining Your Unit

    Do not immerse the unit in water. Unplug the unit from the power source. Models 1800 and 2800 do not have a drain. To empty, use the indented side of the rim to pour the used solution into a waste disposal unit, rinse the tank thoroughly and refill with new solution.
  • Page 44 Step Action Hand tighten the drain valve onto the drain pipe over the white teflon sealing tape. Finish tightening the valve in place using an adjustable or a 21mm wrench. Tighten the valve no more than one full turn when using the wrench until the handle is on top.

  • Page 45: Optimizing Your Ultrasonic Bath

    Optimizing Your Ultrasonic Bath Tanks Cleaning - check the tank for contamination whenever you change solution. If necessary, remove contaminants with a nonabrasive cloth and water. Emptying - always unplug the unit before emptying the tank. Empty the solution into a waste disposal unit. Filling - always unplug the line cord before filling the tank.
  • Page 46 Solution Temperature Measurement The following instructions provide an accurate method to obtain consistent thermal measurements using a calibrated temperature measurement instrument. These readings can be used for cleaning process control or to verify the accuracy of the CPXH temperature readings. Step Action Ensure that sonics and heaters are off.
  • Page 47 Renewal - replace cleaning solutions often to increase ultrasonic cleaning activity. Solutions, as with most chemicals, will become depleted over time. Solutions can become contaminated with suspended soil particles which coat the tank bottom, inhibiting ultrasonic activity. 42 Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath 1.800.544.2843 www.calcert.com sales@calcert.com...

  • Page 48: Application Hints

    Application Hints • Never clean novelty or inexpensive jewelry in the ultrasonic bath. The combination of heat and vibration may loosen a cement-held setting. • Never clean gemstones such as emerald, amethyst, pearl, opal, coral, turquoise, peridot or lapis lazuli in the ultrasonic bath. First time cleaning - first experiment with one piece, then proceed with the remainder.

  • Page 49: Cleaning Methods

    Cleaning Methods There are two methods of cleaning - direct and indirect. Each has advantages and disadvantages. When in doubt, run test samples using both methods to decide which one produces the best results for you. Direct Cleaning Method ITEMS IN PERFORATED ITEM INSERT TRAY SUSPENDED...

  • Page 50: Indirect Cleaning Method

    Indirect Cleaning Method BEAKER POSITIONING COVER SOLID INSERT TRAY BEAKERS How it works: • Fill the tank with warm water and a cleaning solution. The tank can be filled with any amount of diluted solution as long as it reaches the water level line once the items to be cleaned and accessories are placed into the tank.

  • Page 51: Non-Cleaning Application

    • Place the beakers in a beaker positioning cover, an insert tray or an insert basket to fit your unit, or place the beakers and flasks onto a Branson support rack. Beakers should not touch the tank’s bottom. 46 Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath 1.800.544.2843...

  • Page 52: Cleaning Solutions

    Cleaning Solutions Do not use alcohol, gasoline, bleach, mineral acids, solutions with a flash point, semi-aqueous or combustible liquids in ultrasonic tanks, or you will void the warranty. Only use non-flammable solutions and water- based solutions. Solution Types Water-based solutions can be either slightly acidic or alkaline. They include detergents, soaps and industrial cleaners designed to remove specific soils.
  • Page 53 Change the cleaning solution periodically. Cleaning solutions can become contaminated with suspended soil particles which coat the tank bottom. This coating dampens the ultrasonic action and reduces cleaning efficiency. Certain solutions will cavitate better than others. Contact your local distributor for further information. Heat and cavitation increase the chemical activity of cleaning solutions.
  • Page 54 Solution Effects on Metals Cleaning Steel Brass Alumi- Magne- Zinc S. Steel sium Copper Agent Optical (1) none none none none none none none Jewelry (1) none none none none none none none Buffing (1) none slight none none attacks none none compound...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If your unit does not operate satisfactorily, please check the tables below for possible causes before calling your authorized service center. High voltage inside - dangerous shock hazard. DO NOT attempt to disassemble or repair the unit. Problem Cause What to do Unit will not Unit not plugged in properly.
  • Page 56 High voltage inside - dangerous shock hazard. DO NOT attempt to disassemble or repair the unit. Problem Cause What to do Err on actual Malfunctioning sensor Call nearest authorized temp and components. service center. alarm Icon is on. Sonics and degas operate.
  • Page 57 Check your ultrasonic bath periodically to test the level of activity of the ultrasonic cavitation. Frequency of testing will depend on your use of the unit, however, Branson suggests running this test monthly. You will need the following equipment: ®1 •...
  • Page 58 5. With the No. 2 pencil, on the frosted portion make an “X” from corner to corner. 6. Immerse the frosted end of the slide into the solution. Hold the slide vertically and center it in the solution. 7. Make sure that model CPX/CPHX models are in Timed or Constant Sonics Mode, not Degas Mode, then turn ultrasonics On.

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