• If you pass this ultrasound bath on to others, please enclose these instructions for use. • Contact your specialist dealer or BANDELIN if any of your ques- tions are not answered in these instructions for use. Information on service can be found in chapter 6.4 Repair.
Safety 2 Safety Use of the device The following applications are possible with the ultrasound bath: • Ultrasonic cleaning of objects of various shapes, types and sizes, • Homogenising, emulsifying, • Rapid degassing of liquids, • Sonochemical applications, e.g. for radical production or improved material transport, •...
Safety Danger of electric shock The ultrasound bath is an electrical device. Failure to follow safety rules can result in a life-threatening electric shock. • Protect the ultrasound bath from moisture and wetness. Keep the surface and controls clean and dry. •...
Safety Hazards due to high temperature The ultrasound bath, the sonication fluid and the sonication objects can become hot during operation. Contact with these products may cause burns. The temperature can be set at up to 80 °C. Ultrasound energy warms up the sonication fluid even without additional heating.
Safety Danger due to ultrasound The strong ultrasound in the ultrasound bath destroys cell struc- tures. If a body part is immersed in the sonication fluid during oper- ation, this can lead not just to skin damage, but also to internal tissue damage.
Safety these substances are exceeded, the sonication liquid must be pro- cessed or disposed of as special waste. Observe local wastewater regulations. Erosion of the oscillating tank The surface of the oscillating tank is subject to erosion. How quickly this erosion takes place depends on the use of the ultrasound bath. The erosion leads to leakage in the oscillating tank.
Safety 2.10 Preventing damage to the ultrasound bath • Only use aggressive preparations in inset beakers or insert tubs. When working with aggressive preparations, avoid splashing in the contact liquid or on the stainless steel surface. Immediately replace contaminated sonication fluid. Clean surfaces and wipe them dry.
Design and function 3 Design and function Structure ° C 1 m in Fig. 1 Overview of the device Handles (depending on model) Oscillating tank Control panel Filling level mark Drain with ball valve (depending on model) Housing Device feet 12/38 1786-001 en/2022-08...
Design and function Control panel °C Fig. 2 Operating elements for all devices with heating Fig. 3 Operating elements for all devices without heating: Temp. 65 °C Fig. 4 Operating elements with separate heating switch Turning knob to adjust the heating temperature White indicator light, –...
Design and function Function The ultrasound bath uses cavitation triggered by low-frequency ultrasound. Piezoelectric oscillating systems are located on the underside of the oscillating tank. The ultrasound generates strong pressure fluctuations in the sonication liquid. Cavitation bubbles are formed at the pressure minima. At higher ambient pressure around the bubbles, they collapse very quickly.
Preparation for operation 4 Preparation for operation Installation site requirements The installation location of the ultrasound bath must meet the fol- lowing conditions: • The installation surface must be horizontal, firm and dry. • The load-bearing capacity must be sufficient for the ultrasound bath with the sonication liquid.
Preparation for operation Conduct a function test Requirement • The ultrasound bath has adapted to the climatic conditions at the installation site for at least 2? ° ? h ours. Procedure 1. Make sure that the ultrasound bath is switched off. The turning knob to set the ultrasound duration must be set to “0”.
Operation 5 Operation Direct and indirect sonication Objects can be sonicated directly or indirectly in the ultrasound bath. Direct sonication is the standard procedure. The objects to be treated are introduced in the oscillating tank with suitable accesso- ries, e.g. a basket. There they have direct contact with the sonica- tion liquid.
Operation Sonication liquid A solution made from water and a special ultrasound agent is used as the sonication liquid. Drinking water or demineralised water can be used for the water. Water without any additives is unsuitable for sonication. Use of demineralised water without an ultrasound agent leads to increased erosion of the ultrasonic oscillating tank.
Operation • Type of soiling • Type of goods to be treated, in particular materials Note the information on the recommended sonication time from the agent manufacturer. To begin with, select as short a sonication time as possible to protect the objects to be sonicated and the ultrasonic oscillating tank.
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Operation °C 1 m in Fig. 5 Fill oscillating tank Turning knob to adjust the heating temperature Filling level mark Drain with ball valve (depending on model) Turning knob to set the ultrasound duration Requirements • For ultrasound baths with an outlet, the ball valve must be closed.
Operation Switching the sonication on and off Requirements • The oscillating tank is filled. • The mains plug is plugged into a socket with earthing contact. Procedure 1. If there is a lid, place it on the ultrasound bath. 2. Rotate the turning knob for the ultrasound duration to the desired sonication time or to the ∞...
Operation Switching the heating on and off Applies to all devices with heating. WARNING Risk of scalding During heating, vapour bubbles can rise explosively under certain conditions (boiling delay). – Stir the sonication liquid occasionally during heating or switch on the ultrasound. Heated sonication liquid intensifies the effect of the ultrasound.
Operation – The switch lights up when the heating is on, even if the target temperature has been reached. – The temperature control is permanently set at 65 °C. Heating on single-light models Turn on the heating by turning the knob to the desired tempera- ture.
Operation Insert objects to be treated To achieve good results, observe the following instructions when inserting objects for sonication: • Before each round of sonication, check that the sonication liquid is not contaminated. If contamination is visible, replace the soni- cation liquid.
Operation Remove treated objects WARNING Risk of burns The sonication fluid, objects to be treated, the surface of the ultra- sound bath and accessories may be very hot. – Do not touch the surface of the ultrasound bath or accessories such as the lid.
Operation 5.10 Empty the oscillating tank WARNING Danger of electric shock – Disconnect the mains plug before lifting the ultrasound bath. – Do not place the ultrasound bath in a sink for emptying. – Make sure that no liquid can get into the housing. CAUTION Hot sonication fluid and oscillating tank There is a risk of burns when lifting the ultrasound bath to empty it.
Operation 5.11 Troubleshooting a malfunction Error Possible causes Troubleshooting Insufficient ultra- • Sonication fluid contains • Degas the sonication fluid. sound effect, loud gases. See chapter 5.7 Degassing noises sonication fluid. • There are too many sonica- • Reduce the number of tion objects in the oscillat- objects to be treated.
Maintenance 6 Maintenance Cleaning and maintaining the ultrasound bath Cleaning the housing • Wipe the housing with a damp cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. • Do not use abrasive cleaning agents, only care products without scouring additives. • If necessary, disinfect the housing with a suitable surface disin- fectant.
Maintenance Tests NOTICE Damage to the device – Perform checks only on the filled ultrasonic bath. If one of the checks does not lead to the desired result, contact our service department. See chapter 6.4 Repair. Checking indicator lamps Check the operation of the indicator lights. All devices: •...
Maintenance Performing the foil test Before the first use and at regular intervals, e.g. every 3 months, a foil test should be conducted. This serves to ensure the consistent effect of the ultrasound. The frequency with which these tests are carried out is your responsibility.
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Maintenance To document the test results, you can download a documentation template here: https:/ /bandelin.com/folientest/ Here you will also find an application video. Foils can also be archived if done in a suitable manner (scanning, photos, etc.). This allows foils to be compared at any time.
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Maintenance 7. The foil must be perforated, see image. Else, we recommend having the device checked by the Service department at BAN- DELIN electronic GmbH & Co. KG: See chapter 6.4 Repair. 8. Archive the foil with the test date and serial number of the ultrasonic bath.
Fill out the form and attach it to the outside of the packing so that it is clearly visible. Acceptance will be refused without a completed form. Send the device to the following address: BANDELIN electronic GmbH & Co. KG Heinrichstr. 3-4 12207 Berlin Germany +49 30 76880-13 service@bandelin.com...
Disposal 7 Disposal WARNING Health risk due to contaminated ultrasonic bath – Decontaminate the ultrasonic bath before disposal if it has come into contact with hazardous substances. – Also decontaminate accessories before disposal. Dispose of the ultrasonic bath properly as elec- tronic waste if it can no longer be used.
Device information 8 Device information Technical data Electrical data Mains supply 230 V~ (± 10 %) 50/60 Hz Protection class Degree of protection IP 32 Ultrasonic frequency 35 kHz Further device-specific data can be found on the identification plate. Ambient conditions Overvoltage category: Degree of contamination: Permissible ambient temperature:...
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Device information 36/38 1786-001 en/2022-08...
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