BANDELIN Sonorex Technik RM 16 UH User manual

Instructions for Use !
1Ultrasound since 1955
23326 GB/2015-03
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Ultrasonic and rinsing baths for aqueous fluids
Valid for:
RM 16 UH, RM 16 U, RM 16 H, RM 16
RM 40 UH, RM 40 U, RM 40 H, RM 40
RM 75 UH, RM 75 U, RM 75 H, RM 75

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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.
© 2015
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 16 ...........................................................................................................9
1.4.2 Tank size RM 40 .........................................................................................................10
1.4.3 Tank size RM 75 .........................................................................................................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

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1 Product description
Ultrasonic and rinsing bath, type SONOREX TECHNIK RM ... .
The exact type specification and serial number are found on the type plate, on the rear
side of the ultrasonic bath.
Product features:
• Stainless steel oscillating tank (1) with high-grade PZT high-performance ultrasonic
systems, ultrasound frequency 40 kHz
• Easy-to-clean stainless steel housing (2)
• Filling level mark for safe filling (3)
• Weir/overflow (4) with ball valve to produce a liquid circuit.
• Legs (5) for a secure position
• Outlet with 3-way ball valve (6) for easy draining/filling of the bath fluid
• Depending on the model, with time switch (type "U") for 1 - 15 min or continuous
operation (7) and/or with heating (type "H") (8).
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SONOREX TECHNIK RM 40 UH

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1.1 Mode of operation
SONOREX ultrasonic baths use the effect of cavitation. Under their oscillating tank
bottoms they contain piezoelectric transducers, the energy of which is transferred
to the bath liquid with ultrasound frequency as mechanical oscillations. As a result,
microscopically small bubbles are continuously formed in the bath liquid, which release
energy upon imploding and generate local microcurrents. This process is called
cavitation. During the cleaning process, it causes contamination to be "blasted" from
the hard surfaces of the objects being treated. At the same time, dirt particles are
removed and fresh bath liquid flows in.
During sonochemical processes, cavitation may have a catalytic effect, e.g. with the
production of stable emulsions or the rapid degasification of fluids with a high gas
content.
1.2 Purpose
SONOREX TECHNIK ultrasonic baths are intended for the sonication of aqueous
liquids. They work on the basis of low-frequency ultrasound and can be used in
versatile ways. Their main application is the gentle and intensive cleaning of objects of
diverse shapes, types and sizes.
Sonication is always carried out together with a suitable preparation that is added to
the bath fluid. In order to use the device as intended, a basket or other inset beaker is
required, into which objects are placed during sonication. An optimum diffusion of the
ultrasound can only be guaranteed in this manner.
The unit is operated from the front. The SONOREX TECHNIK ultrasonic bath is usually
operated with the unit placed on a table.
1.3 CE conformity
The units fulfill the CE marking criteria of the following European Directives:
- "Low-voltage directive"
- "Electromagnetic compatibility" directive
in their currently valid versions.
A declaration of conformity can be requested from the manufacturer by providing the
serial number.

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1.4 Technical data, general
The ultrasonic and rinsing baths are interference-free and marked with a !
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Compliance with limit values pursuant to EN 61010... .
Nominal voltage: 230 V~ (± 10 %) 50/60 Hz, cable length 2 m
HF frequency: 40 kHz
Tanks: Stainless steel 1.4571 (V4A), 2 mm, welded,
with weir
Serial number: see type plate on rear of device
Degree of protection: IP 32 according to DIN EN 60529
Environmental conditions pursuant to EN 61 010-1
Overvoltage category: II
Degree of contamination: 1
Permissible ambient temperature: 5 to 40 °C
Permissible relative humidity up to 31 °C: 80 %
Permissible relative humidity up to 40 °C: 50 %
Condensation not allowed.
Only for indoor operation.
Protected against access
to hazardous parts with
tools; protected against solid
objects with a diameter
of 2.5 mm or larger
Protected from dripping
water up to 15° from its
vertical axis

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1.4.1 Tank size RM 16
RM 16 UH RM 16 H RM 16 U RM 16
Exterior dimensions
(l × w × h) mm 365 × 340 × 390
Interior dimensions
(l × w × d) mm 325 × 275 × 200
Capacity l 20
Filling volume l 15
Operating volume l 13
Inlet and outlet 3-way-ball valve G ½
Weir outlet G 1 outside
Heating power W 800 800 - -
Fuses (heating) - F6A
Ø6.3×32 --
HF frequency kHz 40 - 40 -
Fuses (generator) F6.3A
Ø5×20 -F2A
Ø5×20 -
Peak ultrasonic
output* W 1200 - 1200 -
HF power Weff 300 - 300 -
Weight (net) kg 16.0 15.0 15.0 14.0
Order No. 8200 8202 8201 8203
* In order to improve the effect, the ultrasound is modulated, resulting in the HF power value increasing 4-fold as peak
ultrasonic power.

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1.4.2 Tank size RM 40
RM 40 UH RM 40 H RM 40 U RM 40
Exterior dimensions
(l × w × h) mm 540 × 340 × 500
Interior dimensions
(l × w × d) mm 480 × 300 × 300
Capacity l 45
Filling volume l 36
Operating volume l 30
Inlet and outlet 3-way-ball valve G ¾
Weir outlet G 1 outside
Heating power W 1300 1300 - -
Fuses (heating) F10A
Ø6.3×32
F10A
Ø6.3×32 --
HF frequency kHz 40 - 40 -
Fuses (generator) F2A
Ø5×20 -F2A
Ø5×20 -
Peak ultrasonic
output* W 2000 - 2000 -
HF power Weff 500 - 500 -
Weight (net) kg 26.0 23.0 25.0 22.0
Order No. 8210 8212 8211 8213
* In order to improve the effect, the ultrasound is modulated, resulting in the HF power value being increased 4-fold as
peak ultrasonic power.