Elma Elmasonic P User manual

TECHSPAN
Australia: P- 1-800 148 791 | [email protected] | www.elma-ultrasonic.com.au
New Zealand: P- 0800 603 603 | [email protected] | www.elma-ultrasonic.co.nz
Operating Instructions
Elmasonic P
Ultrasonic Cleaning Units
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Content
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Content
1General....................................................................... 4
2Important safety warnings .......................................... 4
2.1 Instructions for the use of the present manual............. 4
2.2 Safety instructions for the use of the unit..................... 5
3Ultrasonic cleaning ..................................................... 6
3.1 Interesting facts on cleaning by ultrasound.................. 6
3.2 Ultrasonic cleaning process ........................................ 7
4Product description..................................................... 7
4.1 Product features.......................................................... 7
4.2 CE conformity ............................................................. 8
4.3 Delivered equipment ................................................... 8
4.4 Description of unit front features.................................. 9
4.5 Description of unit rear features .................................10
4.6 Turning knob for the draining of the tank ....................10
4.7 Description of operating elements ..............................11
4.8 Description of display .................................................12
4.9 Short overview of operating and display functions......12
5Initial operation ......................................................... 16
5.1 Prepare the drain duct................................................16
5.2 Connecting the unit to the mains................................17
6Putting into operation ............................................... 18
6.1 Filling of the unit.........................................................18
6.2 Heating up of the cleaning liquid (if required for the
intended application) ..................................................19
6.3 Automatic stirring during heating ................................20
6.4 Degassing of liquid.....................................................20
7Ultrasonic cleaning process...................................... 21
7.1 Starting the cleaning process manually ......................22
7.2 Temperature-controlled cleaning start (if heating is
required) ........................................................................22
7.3 Degas mode...............................................................23
7.4 Sweep mode ..............................................................23
7.5 Pulse mode................................................................24
7.6 Setting of the ultrasonic frequency .............................24
7.7 Setting of the ultrasonic power ...................................24
7.8 Placement of cleaning items ......................................25
7.9 After the cleaning .......................................................25

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8Cleaning media ........................................................ 26
8.1 Limitations of use of cleaners containing solvents......26
8.2 Limitations on aqueous cleaners ................................27
8.3 List of recommended cleaning media.........................27
8.3.1 Dental..................................................................28
8.3.2 Medical ................................................................28
8.3.3 Optics ..................................................................28
8.3.4 Laboratory ...........................................................29
9Maintenance............................................................. 30
9.1 Maintenance and care................................................30
9.2 Service life of the transducer tank ..............................30
9.3 Repair ........................................................................31
10 Technical details.................................................... 32
11 Trouble shooting.................................................... 34
12 Putting out of action and waste disposal ............... 36
13 Manufacturer’s contact adress .............................. 36

General
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1 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.
2 Important safety warnings
Please observe any national safety regulations that may apply
in addition to the present instructions.
2.1 Instructions for the use of the present manual
Carefully read the present operating instructions and operate
the electric unit in compliance with the instructions only.
Warning symbols used in the present manual
This symbol warns of the risk of light injuries and damage to the
equipment.
This symbol warns of the risk of injury caused by electricity.
This symbol warns of the risk of injury caused by explosion
and/or deflagration.
This symbol warns of the risk of injury caused by hot surfaces
and liquids.
This symbol marks additional information.
Signal words used in the present manual:
The signal word danger warns of a potential risk of serious
injury and danger to life.
The signal word warning warns of the risk of serious injury and
heavy damage to the equipment.
The signal word caution warns of the risk of light injury or
damage to the equipment.
The signal word attention warns of the risk of damage to the
equipment.
Danger
Warning
Caution
Attention

Important safety warnings
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2.2 Safety instructions for the use of the unit
The present Elma ultrasonic cleaning unit has been designed
for the treatment of items and liquids only. Do not clean any
living beings or plants!
Operation of the unit by authorized and instructed staff only.
Observe the instructions given in the manual. Children are not
allowed to operate the unit.
For safety reasons, the present unit must be connected to a
correctly grounded socket only. The technical details indicated
on the nameplate must correspond with the available mains
connection details, in particular those of the mains voltage and
current connected value.
For purposes of maintenance and care of the unit, in case of
suspected humidity inside the unit or in case of malfunctions
and after operation pull the mains plug.
The unit must be opened by authorised specialised personnel
only.
Risk of fire and explosion! Do not fill flammable liquids into the
cleaning tank.
Risk of burning and scalding! Depending on the operational
period of the unit, unit surfaces, cleaning liquid, basket and
cleaning items can heat up considerably.
Ultrasonic units can produce annoying sounds. We recommend
to operate the unit with the suitable cover (accessory
equipment) to reduce the noise level.
Wear personal ear protection devices when working close to an
ultrasonic unit which is operated without cover. A special noise
production box is available for units up to P 120.
Do not reach inside the cleaning liquid or touch sound-carrying
parts (tank, basket, cleaning items, etc.) during operation.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damages on
persons, equipment or cleaning items caused by improper use
against the instructions given in the present manual.
The operator is responsible for the correct instruction of the
operating staff.
Intended use
User
Mains connection
Prevention of
electrical
accidents
Cleaning liquid
Hot surfaces and
liquids
Noise emission
Sound transmission
through physical
contact
Exclusion of liability