Branson 1800 User manual

100-214-294
Rev. 3
Ultrasonic Bath
Models 1800, 2800, 3800, 5800, 8800
Operator’s Manual
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Limited Warranty
Subject to the limitations outlined below,Branson warrants that the
Ultrasonic Baths will be free from defects in material and workmanship
under normal use and regular service and maintenance for a period of
twenty four (24) months from the date of shipment. Branson does not
warrant that the operation of the software shall be uninterrupted or error
free. THIS IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY GIVEN WITH
RESPECT TO THE ULTRASONIC BATHS AND IS IN LIEU OF AND
EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHETHER OR NOT THE PURPOSE OR USE
HAS BEEN DISCLOSED TO BRANSON.
This warranty does not extend to any losses or damages due to misuse,
accident, abuse, neglect, normal wear and tear, negligence (other than
Branson's), unauthorized modification or alteration, use beyond rated
capacity, unsuitable power sources or environmental conditions, improper
installation, repair, handling, maintenance or application or any other
cause not the fault of Branson. If within thirty (30) days after discovery of
any warranty defects within the warranty period, the Customer notifies
Branson thereof in writing, Branson shall, at its option and as the
Customer's exclusive remedy, repair, correct or replace, or refund the
purchase price for, that portion of the product found by Branson to be
defective. Failure by the Customer to give such written notice within the
applicable time period shall be deemed an absolute and unconditional
waiver of the Customer's claim for such defects. The Customer must
return the product to one of the Branson service centers, whose
addresses are provided on page 55 of this manual. The Customer will be
responsible for freight sending the unit to the service center. The service
center will send the unit back to the Customer with freight prepaid.
Branson’s liability, whether based on warranty, negligence, tort or strict
liability, or other cause, arising out of and/or incidental to sale, use or
operation of the transducer elements, or any part thereof, shall not in any
case exceed the cost of repair or replacement of the defective equipment,
and such repair or replacement shall be the exclusive remedy of the
purchaser, and in no case shall Branson be responsible for any and/or all
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consequential punitive or incidental damages including without limitation,
and/or any consequential damages arising out of commercial losses.
• Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tank;
use a tray or wire to suspend items. Direct placement can cause the
units to fail.
• Do not allow the solution to drop more than 3/8 inch (1 cm) below the
operating level line.
• Do not ever use alcohol, gasoline or flammable solutions. Doing so
could cause a fire or explosion. Use only water-based solutions.
• Do not use mineral acids. These could damage the tank.
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Contents
Front Limited Warranty
Cover
1 Safety Precautions
3 Introduction
3 Ultrasonic Baths
4 Accessories For Your Unit
4 Unpacking Your Unit
4 Installing Your Unit
5 How Ultrasonics Works
6 Model Name Definition
7 Equipment Specifications (North America Models)
8 Equipment Specifications (Europe Models)
9 Equipment Specifications (Japan Models)
10 Equipment Specifications (China Models)
11 Fuse Table (North America and Japan Models)
12 Fuse Table (Europe and China Models)
13 Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath
13 M Series: Before You Begin
14 M Series: Explanation of Controls
15 M Series: Operating your Unit
16 MH Series: Before You Begin
17 MH Series: Explanation of Controls
18 MH Series: Operating your Unit
19 CPX Series: Before You Begin
20 CPX Series: Explanation of Controls
22 CPX Series: LCD Description
23 CPX Series: Operating your Unit
25 CPXH Series: Before You Begin
26 CPXH Series: Explanation of Controls
31 CPXH Series: LCD Description
33 CPXH Series: Operating your Unit
38 Draining Your Unit
40 Optimizing Your Ultrasonic Bath
43 Application Hints
44 Cleaning Methods
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44 Direct Cleaning Method
45 Indirect Cleaning Method
46 Non-Cleaning Application
47 Cleaning Solutions
51 Troubleshooting
55 Service Centers
58 Information for Users on Disposal of Equipment
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1
Before using your Ultrasonic Bath, please read and thoroughly
understand these safety precautions. Failure to follow them may result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
To avoid electrical shock:
• Do unplug from power source before filling or emptying the tank.
• Do plug the unit into an appropriate grounded power socket.
• Do connect the unit to a power supply using a properly sized
overcurrent protection device. See label on the back of unit for
information on current rating.
• Do keep the control panel and the area around the unit clean and
dry—wipe up solution which spills over the tank brim. Water and high
voltage can cause electrical shock.
• Do not operate the unit without proper grounding.
• Do not remove the grounding prong on the line cord plug.
• Do not disassemble your unit—high voltage inside the unit is
dangerous.
• Do not immerse the unit in water.
To prevent personal and/or property damage:
• Do use water-based solutions.
• Do not ever use alcohol, gasoline or flammable solutions. Doing so
could cause a fire or explosion and will void your warranty. Use only
water-based solutions.
• Do not ever use mineral acids. These could damage the tank.
• Do not touch the stainless steel tank or cleaning solution—they may
be hot.
• Do not allow fluid temperature to exceed 70 °C (158 °F).
• Do not place your fingers or hands into the tank while the unit is
operating. Doing so may cause discomfort and possible skin irritation.
Avoid contact with solutions and provide adequate ventilation.
• Do not use solutions containing chlorine bleach.
Safety Precautions
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To prevent damage to the unit:
• Do change your solution regularly.
• Do not cover vents on the cover.
• Do not operate the unit dry.
• Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tank; use
a tray or wire to suspend items. Failure to comply may cause
transducer damage and will void your warranty.
• Do not allow the solution to drop more than 3/8 inch (1 cm) below the
operating level line with heat or ultrasonics on. Failure to comply may
cause transducer and/or heater damage and will void your warranty.
• Turn off AC and heater switch before plugging/unplugging the line
cord.
Sound level and energy savings
• Do not operate the unit without a cover when possible
• The sound pressure released by the unit depends on the size of the
bath and the application, but is less than 80 dBA when used with a
cover.
• To reduce the sound pressure it is recommended to use a cover while
ultrasonics are activated and to switch the ultrasonics on with the bath
loaded when possible.
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3 Introduction
Introduction
Ultrasonic Baths
This line of ultrasonic baths includes five sizes:
Each model is constructed using durable industrial style 40 kHz
transducers. These provide increased ultrasonic power along with built in
sweep frequency to ensure uniform ultrasonic activity throughout the bath.
Models 1800 and 2800 have a molded dip in the left side of their rims to
facilitate emptying of solution from the tank. Models 3800, 5800 and 8800
have built in drains and are supplied with tank drain kits. Each model can
be purchased in four different configurations:
• with a Mechanical Timer (M);
• with a Mechanical Timer plus Heat (MH);
• with Digital Control and Timer (CPX);
• with Digital Control, plus Heat and Timer (CPXH).
When you first fill your unit, or refill it with fresh solution, use warm water
for the solution. Turn on the heater (if available), turn on the ultrasonics
(press the Sonics key or rotate the Timer), add the cover and the solution
will heat quickly to temperature.
Model Number Tank Capacity
1800 1/2 gal. (1.91 l)
2800 3/4 gal. (2.81 l)
3800 1-1/2 gal. (5.71 l)
5800 2-1/2 gal. (9.51 l)
8800 5-1/2 gal. (20.81 l)
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4 Introduction
Accessories For Your Unit
As parts cannot be placed on the tank bottom, accessories include
beaker positioning covers, solid and perforated insert trays, mesh
baskets, beakers, and support racks.
NOTE: Tank covers are included with every unit.
Unpacking Your Unit
Please check your unit and its carton carefully for any external or internal
damage. If you find damage, contact your shipping carrier immediately,
before contacting your distributor. Please retain your packaging for future
use.
Installing Your Unit
Check the plate on the back of the unit for correct power requirements.
Position your unit within easy reach of a standard grounded electrical
outlet. Do not place the unit on a circuit which could become overloaded.
If your unit does not operate correctly, first refer to the troubleshooting
section on page 51 for possible causes, or contact an authorized service
center listed at the end of this manual for additional information.
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5 Introduction
How Ultrasonics Works
Ultrasonic sound is sound transmitted at frequencies generally beyond
the range of human hearing. In your ultrasonic bath, ultrasonic sound
(sonics) can be used for cleaning materials and parts, and for dissolving,
homogenizing and degassing liquids. This is how it works:
• As the sound waves from the
transducer radiate through the
solution in the tank, they cause
alternating high and low pressures
in the solution.
• During the low pressure stage,
millions of microscopic bubbles
form and grow. This process is
called CAVITATION, meaning
“formation of cavities”.
• During the high pressure stage,
the bubbles collapse, or “implode”
releasing enormous amounts of
energy.
• For ultrasonic cleaning
applications, these implosions act
like an army of tiny scrub brushes.
They work in all directions,
attacking every surface and
invading all recesses and
openings.
• This same energy can be used for
other applications, such as liquid
dissolving, homogenizations, and
degassing.
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6 Introduction
Model Name Definition
Example:
CPX 1800 H- E
Model Tank Capacity Heater Region/voltage
││ │ │
CPX: Digital 1800: 1/2 gal.
(1.91L)
Blank: No Heater Blank: North
America (120 VAC)
M: Mechanical 2800: 3/4 gal.
(2.81 l)
H: With Heater - E: Europe
(230 VAC)
3800:1-1/2 gal.
(5.71 l)
- J: Japan
(100 VAC)
5800:2-1/2 gal.
(9.51 l)
- C: China
(220 VAC)
8800:5-1/2 gal.
(20.81 l)
NOTE:
• All models have a frequency of 40 kHz.
• In CPXH models, the temperature readout accuracy is ± 3 °C
(± 5.4 °F).
• Models available for 120 V ± 10%, 50/60 Hz and 220 V ± 10%,
50/60 Hz operation.
• All 120 V units have CSA/UL or equivalent approval and comply with
FCC regulations.
• All 220-230 V units meet CE standards.
• All units have a ground leakage current less than .50 ma.
• Operating temperature is from 5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F).
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7 Introduction
Equipment Specifications (North America Models)
Model Name Tank
Capacity Tank Size
(Inches)
Overall
Size
(Inches)
Weight Max
Sonics
Power
Heater
Power Max. Draw
Power
Req.
M1800
1/2 gal.
(1.91 l)
L: 6
W: 5.5
H: 4
L: 9.9
W: 12
H: 11.9
9 lb
(4 kg)
70 0 90
M1800H 70 60 150
CPX1800H 70 60 150
CPX1800 70 0 90
M2800
3/4 gal.
(2.81 l)
L: 9.5
W: 5.5
H: 4
L: 13.3
W: 12
H: 11.9
10 lb
(4.5 kg)
110 0 130
M2800H 110 90 250
CPX2800H 110 90 250
CPX2800 110 0 130
M3800
1-1/2
gal.
(5.71 l)
L: 11.5
W: 6
H: 6
L: 15.6
W: 12.5
H: 14.8
14 lb
(6.4 kg)
110 0 130
M3800H 110 180 350
CPX3800H 110 180 350
CPX3800 110 0 130
M5800
2-1/2
gal.
(9.51 l)
L: 11.5
W: 9.5
H: 6
L: 15.6
W: 15.8
H: 14.9
16 lb
(7.3 kg)
160 0 180
M5800H 160 280 490
CPX5800H 160 280 490
CPX5800 160 0 180
M8800
5-1/2
gal.
(20.81 l)
L: 19.5
W:11.5
H: 6
L: 23.5
W: 18.3
H: 15.4
28 lb
(12.7 kg)
280 0 320
M8800H 280 560 930
CPX8800H 280 560 930
CPX8800 280 0 320
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8 Introduction
Equipment Specifications (Europe Models)
Model Name Tank
Capacity Tank Size
(mm)
Overall
Size
(mm)
Weight Max
Sonics
Power
Heater
Power Max. Draw
Power
Req.
M1800-E
1.91 l
(1/2
gal.)
L: 150
W: 140
H: 100
L: 251
W: 305
H: 302
5.4 kg
(12 lb)
70 0 90
M1800H-E 70 60 150
CPX1800H-E 70 60 150
CPX1800-E 70 0 90
M2800-E
2.81 l
(3/4
gal.)
L: 240
W: 140
H: 100
L: 338
W: 305
H: 302
6.8 kg
(15 lb)
110 0 130
M2800H-E 110 110 250
CPX2800H-E 110 110 250
CPX2800-E 110 0 130
M3800-E
5.71 l
(1-1/2
gal.)
L: 290
W: 150
H: 150
L: 396
W: 318
H: 376
8.2 kg
(18 lb)
110 0 130
M3800H-E 110 215 350
CPX3800H-E 110 215 350
CPX3800-E 110 0 130
M5800-E
9.51 l
(2-1/2
gal.)
L: 290
W: 240
H: 150
L: 396
W: 401
H: 378
9.5 kg
(21 lb)
160 0 180
M5800H-E 160 300 490
CPX5800H-E 160 300 490
CPX5800-E 160 0 180
M8800-E
20.81 l
(5-1/2
gal.)
L: 495
W:290
H: 150
L: 597
W: 465
H: 391
16.3 kg
(36 lb)
280 0 320
M8800H-E 280 600 930
CPX8800H-E 280 600 930
CPX8800-E 280 0 320
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Equipment Specifications (Japan Models)
Model Name Tank
Capacity Tank Size
(Inches)
Overall
Size
(Inches)
Weight Max
Sonics
Power
Heater
Power Max. Draw
Power
Req.
M1800-J
1.91 l
(1/2
gal.)
L: 150
W: 140
H: 100
L: 251
W: 305
H: 302
4 kg
(9 lb)
70 0 90
M1800H-J 70 45 135
CPX1800H-J 70 45 140
CPX1800-J 70 0 90
M2800-J
2.81 l
(3/4
gal.)
L: 240
W: 140
H: 100
L: 338
W: 305
H: 302
4.5 kg
(10 lb)
110 0 130
M2800H-J 110 65 205
CPX2800H-J 110 65 210
CPX2800-J 110 0 130
M3800-J
5.71 l
(1-1/2
gal.)
L: 290
W: 150
H: 150
L: 396
W: 318
H: 376
6.4 kg
(14 lb)
110 0 130
M3800H-J 110 130 275
CPX3800H-J 110 130 280
CPX3800-J 110 0 130
M5800-J
9.51 l
(2-1/2
gal.)
L: 290
W: 240
H: 150
L: 396
W: 401
H: 378
7.3 kg
(16 lb)
160 0 180
M5800H-J 160 200 405
CPX5800H-J 160 200 410
CPX5800-J 160 0 180
M8800-J
20.81 l
(5-1/2
gal.)
L: 495
W:290
H: 150
L: 597
W: 465
H: 391
12.7 kg
(28 lb)
280 0 320
M8800H-J 280 400 755
CPX8800H-J 280 400 760
CPX8800-J 280 0 320
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Equipment Specifications (China Models)
Model Name Tank
Capacity Tank Size
(Inches)
Overall
Size
(Inches)
Weight Max
Sonics
Power
Heater
Power Max. Draw
Power
Req.
M1800-C
1.91 l
(1/2
gal.)
L: 150
W: 140
H: 100
L: 251
W: 305
H: 302
5.4 kg
(12 lb)
70 0 90
M1800H-C 70 55 145
CPX1800H-C 70 55 145
CPX1800-C 70 0 90
M2800-C
2.81 l
(3/4
gal.)
L: 240
W: 140
H: 100
L: 338
W: 305
H: 302
6.8 kg
(15 lb)
110 0 130
M2800H-C 110 105 250
CPX2800H-C 110 105 250
CPX2800-C 110 0 130
M3800-C
5.71 l
(1-1/2
gal.)
L: 290
W: 150
H: 150
L: 396
W: 318
H: 376
8.2 kg
(18 lb)
110 0 130
M3800H-C 110 205 350
CPX3800H-C 110 205 350
CPX3800-C 110 0 130
M5800-C
9.51 l
(2-1/2
gal.)
L: 290
W: 240
H: 150
L: 396
W: 401
H: 378
9.5 kg
(21 lb)
160 0 180
M5800H-C 160 285 490
CPX5800H-C 160 285 490
CPX5800-C 160 0 180
M8800-C
20.81 l
(5-1/2
gal.)
L: 495
W:290
H: 150
L: 597
W: 465
H: 391
16.3 kg
(36 lb)
280 0 320
M8800H-C 280 560 930
CPX8800H-C 280 560 930
CPX8800-C 280 0 320
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Fuse Table (North America and Japan Models)
Model Name Fuse 1 Fuse 2 Fuse 3
M1800/M1800-J
250V, 2A
250V, 1.6A
250V, 1A
M1800H/M1800H-J
CPX1800H/CPX1800H-J
CPX1800/CPX1800-J 250V, 1.6A
M2800/M2800-J
250V, 2.5AM2800H/M2800H-J
CPX2800H/CPX2800H-J
CPX2800/CPX2800-J 250V, 1.6A
M3800/M3800-J
250V, 2.5AM3800H/M3800H-J
CPX3800H/CPX3800H-J
CPX3800/CPX3800-J 250V, 1.6A
M5800/M5800-J
250V, 5A 250V, 2AM5800H/M5800H-J
CPX5800H/CPX5800H-J
CPX5800/CPX5800-J 250V, 2.5A 250V, 2.5A
M8800/M8800-J
250V, 10A 250V,
3.15A
M8800H/M8800H-J
CPX8800H/CPX8800H-J
CPX8800/CPX8800-J 250V, 5A
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Fuse Table (Europe and China Models)
Model Name Fuse 1 Fuse 2 Fuse 3
M1800-E/M1800-C
250V, 1.6A
250V, 1.6A
250V, 1A
M1800H-E/M1800H-C
CPX1800H-E/CPX1800H-C
CPX1800-E/CPX1800-C
M2800-E/M2800-C
250V, 2.5AM2800H-E/M2800H-C
CPX2800H-E/CPX2800H-C
CPX2800-E/CPX2800-C 250V, 1.6A
M3800-E/M3800-C
250V, 2.5AM3800H-E/M3800H-C
CPX3800H-E/CPX3800H-C
CPX3800-E/CPX3800-C 250V, 1.6A
M5800-E/M5800-C
250V, 5A 250V, 2AM5800H-E/M5800H-C
CPX5800H-E/CPX5800H-C
CPX5800-E/CPX5800-C 250V, 1.6A 250V, 1.6A
M8800-E/M8800-C
250V, 5A 250V, 2A M8800H-E/M8800H-C
CPX8800H-E/CPX8800H-C
CPX8800-E/CPX8800-C 250V, 2.5A
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13 Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath
Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath
If this is the first time you are using the ultrasonic bath, please read this
whole section before operating your unit.
M Series
Before You Begin
• Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tanks;
use a tray or wire to suspend items. Direct placement can cause the
units to fail.
• Do not allow the solution to drop more than 3/8 inch (1 cm) below the
operating level line with ultrasonics on.
• Do not ever use alcohol, gasoline or flammable solutions. Doing so
could cause a fire or explosion. Use only water-based solutions.
• Do not ever use mineral acids. These could damage the tank.
Failure to comply with these cautions will void your warranty.
Step Action
1 Select your cleaning solution (refer to page 49 for solution
effects on metals).
2 Allowing for the volume of the parts you will be cleaning and
leaving room for cleaning solution, fill the tank with warm tap
water to the operating level line.
3 Add cleaning solution to the tank water.
4 Plug the unit into a grounded outlet.
5 For maximum efficiency, refer to page 40, “Optimizing Your
Ultrasonic Bath,” before proceeding.
NOTE
If this is the first time you are running the unit, or if you have changed
cleaning solution, you must degas the solution. If not, skip to page 15,
“Cleaning Items (Treating Samples).”
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14 Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath
M Series
Explanation of Controls
M Series Tower
Control Function
MAIN POWER
SWITCH
This switch is located on the back of the unit, next to the
power cord receptacle.
• Press the (on) side to power on the unit.
• Press the (off) side to power off the unit.
When operating the unit, normally leave the Main Power
switch in the (on) position, and use the Timer Knob to
activate ultrasonics.
TIMER KNOB Activates ultrasonics and sets time.
• Turn clockwise for timed operation (0–60 minutes).
• Turn counterclockwise to the HOLD position for
continuous operation.
• Turn to the zero position to turn unit Off.
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15 Operating Your Ultrasonic Bath
M Series
Operating your Unit
Degassing
For initial cleaning solution degassing.
Cleaning Items (Treating Samples)
NOTE: To stop ultrasonics at any time, turn the Timer Knob to the zero
position.
Step Action
1 Turn Main Power switch on.
2 Turn the Timer Knob clockwise to 5–10 and let the unit run to
allow the solution to “degas.”
NOTE: Refer to page 41 for information on degassing.
Step Action
1 Turn Main Power switch on.
2 Turn the Timer Knob clockwise to set the amount of time
(0–60 minutes) you wish the items to be cleaned.
Turn the Timer Knob counterclockwise to the HOLD position for
continuous operation.
3 Place the items into a basket, perforated tray, or beakers in a
positioning cover.
4 If using beakers or a solid tray, add cleaning solution to
beakers or tray to cover the items.
5Slowly lower the tray or beakers into the tank. Do not allow
items to contact the tank bottom.
6 When items are clean, slowly remove them from the tank.
7 Rinse the clean items with clean water and dry them, if
necessary.
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