® Any application differing from intended use voids the guarantee by PROTEC The owner of the machine will be liable for damages resulting from unintended use or faulty application. Intended use includes adherence to all statutory regulations concerning occupa- tional safety and radiation protection applicable at the operating site.
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Continuous roller transport system Film transport: In general: sheet films up to max. 35.8 cm Film formats: (14.1’’) width; Smallest film format 10x10 cm (4x4 ’’). 74 films 24x30 cm (10x12 “) per hour (standard Processing capactiy: model, feed film crosswise) Standard 100 s Process time:...
Technical Specifications Electrical specifications are indicated on the model Electrical connections: nameplate. Type 1186-1-0000: 230 V±10%, 5.8 A, 50 Hz. Type 1186-2-0000: 230 V±10%, 5.8 A, 60 Hz. unit conforms to IEC 1010 (EN 61010, VDE 0411) overvoltate category II Type 1186-3-0000: 110 / 120 V~ ±10%, 12 A, 60 Hz, Type 1186-6-0000 110 / 120 V~ ±10%, 12 A, 50 Hz unit conforms to UL 3101 and CSA 22.2-...
Installation Installation 1. Requirements for installation Fresh water connection: Shut-off tap, thread with 3/4" outside diameter (wash- ing machine connection), Water pressure 2 - 10 bar (29 - 145 psi). Drainage connection: Plastic tube - inner diameter 50 mm (2”) or larger. A ventilated syphon which serves as odour preventor should be included in the planning.
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Installation 4. Connecting the processor Water connection: Connect the water hose which comes out from the processor’s back to the fresh water supply. All other hoses (see diagram page 10): First cut off the pre-installed hoses at the film processor so that the angle stubs protrude somewhat beyond the edge of the table (see figure).
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Installation Hose Connections Pay attention to the correct colour connections: Replenishment Developer: red; Fixer: blue; Overflow Water: clear Outlet Danger of Overflow! Use the included cable ties (accessory bag) to secure the hos- es. Fix all hose ends which lead into the syphon or collecting container, so that they do not drop into the liquid.
Initial Operation Initial Operation 1. Test run Important! Processor should not be run dry! Close the three drainage stop cocks and fill the tanks and replenishment con- tainers with water. Open water inflow tap. Connect electrical socket and switch the machine on. Water now flows into water tank. The circulation pump activates, however the hosing of the machine must be ventilated.
Operation Operation Short Overview and Front Panel Pad Functions • Feeding film Before feeding the next film wait until the LED stops flashing, but is continuously on. An acoustic signal additionally indicates that the next film can be inserted. • Power (ready to operate) The LED is on as long as the unit is on.
Operation Before use... Close water-drainage stop cock. Open water tap. Switch processor on. Check liquid level in replenishment and drainage collecting containers. Wait until the developer temperature is reached. The LED stops flashing when the heat-up phase is completed. Run cleaning films through processor. Working procedure Processing films: Open light protection cover.
Operation Switching on the machine The processor is switched on at the main switch (front right). The developer bath will be heated up. The LED flashes during the warm-up phase and no X-ray film must be inserted into the machine during this time. When the machine is ready, a acoustic signal is heard and the LED is on continuously.
Operation Automatic replenishment Depending on the processed amount of films the chemicals are replenished auto- matically. This is done by pumping chemicals from the replenishment containers. The surface area of the film processed is calculated on the basis of the film detec- tion switch at the film feed.
Care Care Daily Care Before use... • Remove dirt and dust from film-infeed with soft cloth. • Run 2 - 3 cleaner films through the processor to remove all accumulated dirt and dust from the rollers. • Check the liquid level in the replenishment containers and if necessary refill. •...
Care Thorough Cleaning Every three months (maybe earlier) a thorough cleaning is necessary, depending on the quantity of films processed. Tank cleaners are available for developer and water baths. The fixer bath is cleaned with water. When preparing chemical tank cleaners, follow manufacturer's instructions explicitly.
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Maintenance / Disposal Attention: Never start the machine up unless it is filled with liquid! Recommended Maintenance Work: Functional check film intake / film transport / replenishment / bath heating / dryer heating / water supply Cleaning 2.1. Switch off machine, remove cover 2.2.
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Maintenance / Disposal 2.31. Remove roller racks from the machine and remove dirt under flowing water using a soft rag or sponge 2.32. Remove risidual dirt particles from the tanks 2.33. Clean all toothed gear wheels, axles, bearings and rollers, check them for damage (replace if required) 2.34.
Problems and Solutions Problems and Solutions Advice on Film Defects Your processor has been constructed for long term use. However, if irregularities occur, you will find help to locate the problem below. Please check the listed points, before calling your service-technician. Films do not have enough density •...
Problems and Solutions Advice on Machine Errors Unit does not switch on • Ensure that electrical plug is firmly inserted into socket. • Ensure that electrical socket has power supply by testing with an appliance (e.g. tablelight). Film is not drawn in •...
Accessories Accessories For use of the film processor machine without permanent water sup- ply connection The water circulation system is a simple but effective accessory for installation sites that do not offer permanent water supply connection. It is comprised of a water res- ervoir with integrated circulation pump and hoses with stop cocks.
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Service Manual Table of Contents Installation Data ....................26 Trouble Shooting ....................27 Spare Parts ......................33 Electric Diagrams....................39 ECOMAX...
Installation Data Installation Data 88cm (34.7’‘) 66cm (26.0’‘) 88cm (34.7’‘) Optional processor stand (accessory) 59cm (23.3’‘) 64cm (25.2’‘) Wall socket 220-240 V, 16 A or 110 V, 15 A Darkroom (depending on machine model). Power supply should be equipped with earth-leak- 50cm (20’‘) age breaker, 25 A / 30 mA nominal fault current.
Trouble Shooting Trouble Shooting Summary Algae ......................27 1.1 Excessive algae growth in water tank ........... 27 General ......................28 2.1 Unit does not switch on ................. 28 Drive......................28 3.1 Film transport not running ..............28 3.2 Machine does not start automatically ............ 28 3.3 Machine doesn't stop automatically............
If the voltage is normal, exchange the electronics. if no voltage: check the cable wiring harness. Do only use original PROTEC ®' fuses with gilded caps as re- placement part. They are optimzed for use with PROTEC proc- essors.
Trouble Shooting 3.6 Relation between processing time and developer temperature The following chart demonstrates guiding values for the relation between developer temperature and processing time. Variations are possible depending on the various films and chemicals. Changing the transport speed see 3.7. Total processing time Developer temperature 100 s...
Trouble Shooting 4.2 Developer temperature too high • Check fastening of the temperature sensor of the temperature controller. It must be seated firmly on the tube, must have been installed with heat transfer grease, be covered by a silicone hose and be insulated with plas- tic foam.
Trouble Shooting Replenishment 6.1 Replenishment pump does not work or works insufficiently • Clean valves inside connection tube of pump. Install valve-insert correctly: pay attention to flow direction! • Check filter in the suction pipe (repl. container) and clean it if necessary. •...
Trouble Shooting Water 8.1 Rinsing water does not flow • The water pressure in the water supply system is too low: Minimum pres- sure 2 bar (29 psi). • The valve opens, but no water flows through: the coarse filter on the intake end is blocked.
Spare Parts Spare Parts Pos. Order No. Description: 1186-0-0200 Service cover, complete 1186-0-0201 Cover 1186-0-3100 Light protection cover, complete 2006-0-0005 Ball-type stop cock 10 mm 1170-0-2000 Replenishment tank, 12 l dev. 1170-0-2100 Replenishment tank, 12 l fix. 1170-0-1760 Suction pipe with filter for 12 l tank, round 2004-0-0003 Electrical power cable 220-240 V 2004-0-0021...
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Spare Parts Pos. Order No. Description: 2001-0-0003 Main drive motor 220-240 V, 50 Hz 2001-6-0003 Main drive motor 120 V, 50/60 Hz 1186-0-1101 Motor plate 1186-0-1501 Drive shaft worm-gear 1170-0-1503 Worm-gear 1186-0-1502 Chain wheel t=10 1170-0-1506 Chain wheel t=12 1170-0-1504 Chain wheel t=14 1170-0-1505 Chain wheel t=16...
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Spare Parts Pos. Order No. Description: 1186-0-1301 Controller cover plate 1186-5-1300 Controller 230 V 1186-6-1300 Controller 110 V 2007-0-0001 Micro switch 83.161-6 N/O W3 2007-0-0010 Actuator for micro-switch 1186-0-0502 Inlet cover 1186-0-0701 Chain tensioner 1186-0-0702 Bracket for chain tensioner 1186-0-0802 Film feed tray 2003-5-0010 Heating element 230 V, 300 W...
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Spare Parts Standard roller racks ECOMAX...
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Spare Parts Pos. Order No. Description: Standard Processor 1186-0-0300 Roller rack, developer 1186-0-0400 Roller rack, fixer 1186-0-0600 Roller rack, dryer 0186-0-0303 Roller support, dev. with axles 0186-0-0403 Roller support, fix. with axles 1186-0-0304 Rubber spring element, black 36.5 x 10 x 6 1186-0-0306 Rubber spring element, white 1186-0-0307...
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