Content Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Content General............... 4 Important safety warnings .......... 4 Instructions for the use of the present manual ..4 Safety instructions for the use of the unit ....5 Information for particular groups of people ....6 Ultrasonic cleaning factors .........
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Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Content Placement of the cleaning items ......24 After the cleaning ............24 Cleaning media ............25 Limitations of use of cleaners containing solvents ...25 Limitations on aqueous cleaners ......26 List of recommended cleaning media ......27 Maintenance ............. 27 Maintenance and care ..........27...
General Elma Schmidbauer GmbH General The present operating instructions are part of the delivered equipment. They must be ready for use at any time and remain with the unit in case of resale. We reserve the right to carry out technical modifications on the unit due to advanced development.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Important safety warnings Safety instructions for the use of the unit The present ultrasonic cleaning unit has been designed for the Intended use treatment of items immersed in a cleaning liquid only. It is not intended for the use in areas with potentially explosive atmosphere.
We recommend pregnant people not to spend long periods of time near an ultrasonic cleaning device. Elma Schmidbauer products with the CE mark comply with the People with active European EMC and Low Voltage Directive and adhere to the implants prescribed EMC limit values so that the electromagnetic radiation emitted by the devices is harmless to healthy people.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Product description Basically, the cleaning result depends on four factors: Ultrasonic energy is probably the most important mechanical factor Mechanical energy in the cleaning process. This energy must be transmitted through a liquid medium to the surfaces which are to be cleaned.
Product description Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Two ultrasonic frequencies available: 25 kHz for coarse and preliminary cleaning, and 45 kHz for fine cleaning Integrated Sweep mode for a continuous shifting of sound field maxima, guarantees a more homogeneous sound field distribution in the bath ...
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Product description In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. For this please contact your supplier or the manufacturer of the unit. RFI-compliance information (USA) This device complies with part 18 of the FCC Rules.
Product description Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Description of unit features Fig. 4.9 Front and side view Stainless-steel cover (optional accessory equipment) to be placed on the tank edge. Sound-protection cover with hinges (accessory equipment, cannot be retrofitted) with collecting device for condensate, perfect noise protection.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Product description 4.10 Description of ultrasonic tank Fig. 4.10 Ultrasonic tank Fig. 4.10.1 Ultrasonic tank Ultrasonic tank made of stainless steel. The transducers are mounted underneath the tank bottom. The tank bottom is inclined towards the drain.
Product description Elma Schmidbauer GmbH 4.11 Description of cleaning basket (optional accessory) The special cleaning basket for this type of unit can be hooked onto the suspension elements at the tank walls in two ways. Cleaning position The cleaning basket is hooked by its bow into the two suspension elements on the front wall of the tank (see fig.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Product description 4.12 Description of operating elements Fig. 4.12 Operating panel Key on/off switches the unit on and off. When the unit is connected to the mains the LED in the key lights up red (standby); the red LED goes out, unless another key is activated within 1 min.
Before initial operation Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Before initial operation Unpacking and placement Unpacking Please keep the original packing for possible later service purposes or dispose of it in compliance with the relevant waste disposal regulations. You can also return the packing to the manufacturer or to your supplier.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Putting unit into operation In the multi-phase models (3x400 V/N/PE or 3x208 V/PE), the user must ensure that: a) There must be a switch or a circuit breaker for the unit in the building installation b) It must be marked as the disconnector for the unit...
Putting unit into operation Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Fill the tank with aqueous cleaning media only: Allowed and Ensure that the chosen cleaning agent is suitable for treatment in prohibited cleaning an ultrasonic bath and observe the instructions on dosage and the agents compatibility of the material.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Putting unit into operation The ultrasonic energy is transformed physically into heat. Therefore, low pre-set temperatures may be exceeded during ultrasonic operation. In order to avoid unintended heating over the required temperature due to the additional ultrasonic energy, set the temperature at the lowest possible value for the cleaning task at hand.
Putting unit into operation Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Setting of ultrasonic frequency The present unit can be operated at two different ultrasonic frequencies. The ultrasonic frequency is set by means of the selector key „frequency“. (Fig. 4.12.G.). The following two frequencies are...
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Ultrasonic cleaning process Cleaning in ultrasonic mode Dynamic The Dynamic function ensures more efficient ultrasonic cleaning power. The constant switch between the sweep and pulse functions provides both even power distribution and amplification. In addition, it takes less time for the unit to be ready for operation after an exchange of the cleaning liquid or when a new basket has been inserted (when the cavitation threshold is reached).
Ultrasonic cleaning process Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Sensitive surfaces may be adversely affected by ultrasound during prolonged periods of ultrasonic treatment, in particular at ATTENTION lower ultrasonic frequencies. Ensure that sensitive surfaces are exposed to ultrasonic activity for a suitable period only.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Ultrasonic cleaning process the ultrasound during the cleaning process only (exceptions are degassing and stirring of the cleaning bath during heating up). Temperature-controlled cleaning (with automatic start-up of the cleaning process) Functioning Elmasonic xtra ST units are equipped with an additional temperature-controlled cleaning function.
Ultrasonic cleaning process Elma Schmidbauer GmbH The set cleaning time of 15 min is indicated by a permanent LED, the remaining cleaning time is indicated by a blinking LED (Fig. 4.10.E). Placement of the cleaning items Caution! Ultrasonic units are intended for the treatment of liquids and items immersed therein.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Cleaning media Cleaning media When selecting the cleaning medium please ensure that the selected medium is suitable for use in an ultrasonic cleaning bath; unsuitable media may cause damage to the ultrasonic tank, or may even lead to injuries to the operating staff.
Cleaning media Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Limitations on aqueous cleaners Do not use aqueous cleaning media with pH values in the acid range (pH < 7) directly in the ultrasonic tank if fluoride (Fˉ), chloride (Clˉ) or bromide (Brˉ) ions can be taken in by the removed dirt or through the cleaning chemical.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Maintenance List of recommended cleaning media Elma has a large range of suitable cleaning products on offer developed by chemical engineers in the Elma laboratory. Please contact your supplier to find the most suitable cleaning chemical for your application.
Maintenance Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Service life of the ultrasonic cleaner The ultrasonic tank and particularly the ultrasound transmitting surfaces are wear parts. The changes on the surfaces that occur after a certain operating period are visible first as grey areas and later on as material abrasions, the so-called cavitation erosion.
Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Maintenance Malfunctions The following malfunctions are displayed as error messages on the LED display: Malfunction Malfunction indication Remedy Bath temperature > 90°C All LEDs of the temperature Let the cleaning liquid cool down indicator are flashing to a temperature below 80°C; if necessary take out some of the liquid and replace by cold liquid.
Maintenance Elma Schmidbauer GmbH Replacing the electronic unit In the case of a malfunction of the electronic unit, the electronic unit can be replaced completely (plug & play component). The electronic unit can be easily replaced as follows: How to proceed You need a 3 mm Allen key.
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