BANDELIN SONOREX TECHNIK RM 112 UH User manual

Instructions for Use !
165 years of experience in ultrasound
23146 GB/2014-11
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Ultrasonic and rinsing baths for aqueous fluids
Valid for:
RM 112 UH, RM 112 U, RM 112 H, RM 112
RM 182 UH, RM 182 U, RM 182 H, RM 182
RM 212 UH, RM 212 U, RM 212 H, RM 212

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Copyright & limit 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. In case of any discrepancies between the translation and the original of this document, the original version will take prec-
edence.
BANDELIN accepts no responsibility or liability for damages caused by improper handling or usage contrary to the intended
purpose.
The documentation was prepared with great care. Liability for indirect or direct damages arising because of incomplete or errone-
ous information in this documentation, as well as in its delivery and usage, is excluded.
© 2014
1 2 GmbH & Co. KG, Heinrichstrasse 3 – 4, Germany, 12207 Berlin,
Phone: [phone] - 0, Fax: [phone], [email protected]

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General
The equipment, the accessories and the preparations are to be used in accordance
with the Instructions for Use and/or the product information.
The instructions are part of the scope of delivery and are to be stored in the vicinity
of the device for later reference. This also applies if possession of the device is
transferred elsewhere.
Before the device is put into operation, these Instructions for Use are to be read
carefully and completely in order for the user to become familiarised with all functions.
The warnings and safety precautions (chapter 1.5) must always be heeded during use.
The manufacturer will not assume any responsibility for the device's safety or functional
ability in the event of improper handling or usage contrary to the intended purpose. In
the event of unauthorised alterations/modifications, both the warranty claim and the !
conformity will no longer be valid.
If service is required, please contact the specialist dealer in charge or the manufacturer.
Symbols used:
Symbol Significance Explanation
Danger Identifies information that could signify a risk to life and limb,
especially through electric shock, if not observed.
Caution
Identifies information that is to be observed and adhered to
without fail, to prevent damage to the device and danger to
the user.
Warning Warning of hot surface.
Important Identifies information that is important for execution.
Note Identifies information provided for explanatory purposes.
Do not grip inside For health reasons, touching the oscillating fluid is prohibited.
Wear ear protectors For health reasons, standing for long periods of time in the
vicinity of the device without ear protectors is prohibited.
Operating sequence
instructions
Identifies instructions that are to be followed in the described
sequence.

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Table of Contents
1 Product description ......................................................................................................6
1.1 Mode of operation ........................................................................................................7
1.2 Purpose ........................................................................................................................7
1.3 CE conformity ...............................................................................................................7
1.4 Technical data, general ................................................................................................8
1.4.1 Tank size RM 112 .........................................................................................................9
1.4.2 Tank size RM 182 .......................................................................................................10
1.4.3 Tank size RM 212 .......................................................................................................11
1.5 Warnings and safety precautions ...............................................................................12
2 Preparation .................................................................................................................13
2.1 Scope of delivery ........................................................................................................13
2.2 Set-up / assembly ......................................................................................................13
2.3 Start-up ......................................................................................................................14
3 Operation ...................................................................................................................15
3.1 Operating elements ....................................................................................................15
3.1.1 Ultrasound ..................................................................................................................15
3.1.2 Heating .......................................................................................................................16
3.2 Miscellaneous functions - not applicable - ...................................................................16
3.3 Device signals - not applicable - ..................................................................................16
4 Use .............................................................................................................................17
4.1 Instructions for use .....................................................................................................17
4.2 General use ................................................................................................................18
4.3 Further information .....................................................................................................21
4.3.1 Degassing ..................................................................................................................21
4.3.2 Disposal of sonication fluids .......................................................................................21

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5 Maintenance and cleaning .........................................................................................22
5.1 Cleaning and care ......................................................................................................22
5.2 Warehousing / storage ...............................................................................................22
6 Maintenance and repair .............................................................................................23
6.1 Maintenance ...............................................................................................................23
6.2 Functional checks ......................................................................................................23
6.3 Error analysis .............................................................................................................24
6.4 Customer service .......................................................................................................24
6.4.1 Repairs and service ...................................................................................................24
6.4.2 Decontamination certificate ........................................................................................25
6.4.3 Replacing fuses ..........................................................................................................25
7 Accessories ................................................................................................................26
7.1 Required accessories .................................................................................................26
7.2 Optional accessories ..................................................................................................27
7.3 Chemical preparations - Recommendations ..............................................................29
8 Consumable materials - not applicable - .....................................................................32
9 Taking the unit out of service ......................................................................................32
10 Key words - not applicable - ................................................................................................ 32
Informative appendices
A Example of a possible cleaning sequence using peripheral devices
B Decontamination - sample copy