REITEL SONIRET User manual

Operating Instructions
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT IN
STAINLESS TEEL
SONIRET
REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH
Senfdamm 20 | 49152 Bad Essen
Phone: [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.reitel.com | [email protected]

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Dear Customer!
The ultrasonic unit SONIRET offers a rapid and highly efficient method of precise cleaning of
different instruments and objects. Both time and temperature can be set on the control panel.
Any other use or usage beyond this scope is considered unintended use. The manufacturer
shall not be responsible for any damages that may result thereby.
Prior to installation of the device operating instructions and especially the safety instructions
must be read and followed by all personnel who use this device.
After having unpacked the device, please check carefully whether transportation damages of
any kind have occurred. If that is the case, the carrier or manufacturer must be notified within
3 days. The company will not be responsible for any damages found after that.
These operating instructions must be read and followed by all personnel who use this device.
Store it at a safe place near the device. This documentation is protected by copyright.
Transmittal or reproduction of this document in whole or in part and disclosure of its contents
is not permitted. If the operation manual gets lost an extra copy can be ordered from the
manufacturer.

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INDEX
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION......................................................................................... 4
BASIC EQUPMENT........................................................................................................ 4
SPECIAL ACCESSORIES................................................................................................ 4
OPERATING ELEMENTS ................................................................................................ 4
TECHNICAL DATA......................................................................................................... 5
SAFETY NOTES........................................................................................................... 6
GENERAL SAFETY NOTES ............................................................................................ 6
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 7
INSTALLATION............................................................................................................ 8
OPERATION................................................................................................................. 8
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................. 9
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................ 9
WARRANTY.................................................................................................................10
RULES FOR DISPOSAL..............................................................................................13
SPARE PARTS LIST ...................................................................................................13
EC-CONFORMITY DECLARATION.............................................................................14

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Technical Description
Basic Equpment
•Ultrasonic cleaning unit SONIRET
•Lid
Special Accessories
•Order-No.: 20400000 Insert tray, stainless steel
•Order-No.: 20401000 Insert tray, plastic
•Order-No.: 20402000 Glass beaker, low form with spout and ring
•Order-No.: 20403000 Stainless steel positioning cover for beakers
and round insert baskets
•Order-No.: 20404000 Insert basket round, stainless steel, D=60 m
•Order-No.: 20405000 Insert basket round, plastic, D=60 mm
Operating elements
1 Housing
2 Power switch
3 Ultrasoundl
4 Heating
5 a, b Temperature control (cleaning temperature setting)
6 a, b Timer (cleaning time setting)
7 Cleaning time display (min.)
8 Temperate display (°C)
9 Protective front foil
10 Cover
Front view
1
7
8
2
3 4 5a, 5b 6a, 6b
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Technical Data
Line voltage
230 V/50-60 Hz
Current consumption
200 W
Tank dimensions (height/width/depth)
100/240/140 mm
Device dimensions (height/width/depth)
210/280/190 mm
Weight
4,5 kg
Frequency
40 KHz
Sound level
≤70 dB(A)
Housing
Stainless steel
Order-No.:
10200000
Made in Germany (Subject to modifications)

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Safety Notes
General Safety Notes
•All equipment undergoes final inspection and testing before leaving our factory. However,
if equipment is damaged during shipping or through any other circumstances, it must not
be used in service. Please check the device regularly for damages. Damaged parts
should be replaced immediately.
•All power/air/water/gas sources should be rated for the demands of the device as listed in
the technical data sheets. Maximum ratings must not be exceeded. All VDE (Verein
Deutscher Elektro-Ingenieure) standards should be followed. Equipment should be
grounded according to standards.
•Adherence to valid regulations regarding necessary checks (e.g. according to Accident
Prevention & Insurance or electrical equipment) is exclusively taken over by the
buyer/user of this product.
•This device has been designated to be used only for its intended purpose. All other
applications must be prohibited for safety reasons as otherwise the manufacturer’s
warranty expires.
•The device should be set-up in a clean, well-ventilated room, if necessary under a hood.
•Supporting surfaces should be straight, flat and adequately stable.
•Don’t place anything on top of the machine.
•To avoid injury, appropriate protection should be worn (e.g. gloves, safety glasses, safety
shoes, hearing protection etc.)
•If the machine is defective or working improperly it must be taken out of service. In case
of further use of the machine the owner will be held responsible for any consequential
damage.
•To prevent accidents from water, fire or explosion, all power/air/water/gas sources should
be turned off after working hours and during breaks, and secured against unauthorized
access.
•When carrying out maintenance works or repairs or when opening the device always turn
off the main power switch and unplug the whole unit.
•Repairs should be carried out only by the manufacturer or by qualified and certified
personnel appointed according to chapter 7 –warranty.
•In case of leaking water out of housing or tank shut down device and call service.
•Check all hose connections for leak tightness, if necessary tighten hose clamps again.

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Specific Safety Instructions
•The SONIRET Ultrasonic cleaning unit is exclusively destined for cleaning items and
must not be operated without liquid in the bath.
•Do not pour hot water into the bath. The heating shall only be used for heating cleaning
fluid.
•Add the required dose of cleaning additive!
•The unit may not be operated permanently at maximum temperature.
•Never use flammable solutions. Danger of fire and explosion!
•Depending on the operating time the device’s surface, cleaning fluid, cleaning basket and
cleaned items may become very hot. Danger of scalding!
•Never expose hands to cleaning solutions or items during cleaning process (cleaning
tank, basket, items to be cleaned, etc.). Danger, among others, of cracking finger nails.
•We assume no liability for damage to persons, the unit or items to be cleaned, caused by
subjecting the bath to improper treatment or misuse.
•Installation in a special protective cabinet may be useful when operating the unit at high
temperature or when using certain cleaning additives.
Attention:
•Switch off the device before repair
•Repairs only by qualified personnel
•Use goggles, do not use toxic / flammable substances

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Installation
The equipment delivered is ready for immediate use. The sealed plug can be connected
directly to the mains supply 230 V/16 A. For installation please refer to chapter 2.
Operation
Note:
•Do not permanently operate the unit at max. temperature.
•Best cleaning results are often achieved at medium temperatures (40-50°C).
•Heating with lid accelerates temperature rise.
•Always keep the housing clean and dry.
1. Never operate an empty bath! Max. filling level 2/3 of the tank=2,0 l with the required
dose of cleaning additive. (Refer to safety notes in chapter 2!) Please see information on
the required dose on the product label of the cleaning fluid.
2. Switch on the main switch (2) to start the device.
3. Put the items to be cleaned in the metal basket and place the basket in the cleaning bath.
4. Set the required cleaning temperature (20-80 °C):
−use arrow key (5a) to increase cleaning temperature;
−use arrow key (5b) to decrease cleaning temperature.
Use key (4) to activate heating.
5. Set cleaning time (normally 3-30 min.), depending on degree of item contamination:
−Use arrow key (6a) to increase cleaning time;
−Use arrow key (6b) to decrease cleaning time.
Use key (3) to start cleaning process. Settings are displayed in full minutes.
6. Once the cleaning cycle has finished, remove the metal basket holding the cleaned items
and rinse them in clean water if cleaning additive was used. Finally put on the lid. If the
device is not used for a longer time period, dispose of the cleaning fluid according to
manufacturer’s instructions and wipe the device.

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Troubleshooting
Device smokes (if used for the first time,
degassing of residues may be possible)
1. Heat to 50 degrees and run for 99
minutes,
2. if necessary, repeat the procedure and
perform with ultrasound
Device doesn’t start.
1. Check fuse in the building.
2. Check fuse in the device.
Device doesn’t start.
Check settings.
Device does not keep the set temperature
after connecting the voice coils.
Voice coils emit additional heat during
operation. Adjust the temperature
accordingly by up to 10 ° C reduced.
Device doesn’t clean.
1. Check temperature settings.
2. Use cleaning liquid.
Short circuit.
If water penetrates the housing switch off
device and pull the plug. Please contact the
customer service.
Maintenance
•Regularly check the condition of the device. Pay attention to visible damage to housing or
power cord.
•Regularly remove dust deposits on the cooling fan cover of the ultrasound source.
•Regularly check the bottom plate of the cleaning tank for leaks.
Note
Clean and protect your device regularly with the REITEL stainless steel care spray
(order-no.: 90405000), to remove lime, plaster and dust as well as other contaminants
from the surface of equipment and to prevent corrosion. The spray creates a lasting,
water repellent protective film which keeps the equipment clean.

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Warranty
We, REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH, offer a 1 year’s warranty beginning from the proven
date of purchase. This warranty covers all defects traceable to materials, design or
workmanship. The following warranty regulations are applicable:
Within the warranty period Reitel Feinwerktechnik GmbH or an authorised distributor agrees
at its sole option, to perform repair or replace this product at no charge covering all defects
traceable to materials, design or workmanship. Warranty only applies to appropriate use and
regular maintenance of this product according to the operating instructions. Claims under
warranty are restricted to complementary performance. Additional claims, especially claims
for indemnifications, are not covered by this warranty.
1.
Warranty claims have to be addressed to the distributor the product was purchased from or
directly to our service department.
Contact:
REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH
Senfdamm 20
49152 Bad Essen
Germany
Phone: [phone] (Service Department)
Phone: [phone] (Reception)
Fax-No: [phone]
2.
In case of warranty claim application the sales receipt or your purchase invoice showing the
date of purchase of the product and the serial number must be furnished. Securely pack and
ship the device, freight charges prepaid, at your own risk to us, along with a report describing
the defect. We reserve the right to decline warranty if this information has been removed or
modified after purchase of the product or if they are not included in case of warranty claims.
3.
Warranty repairs have to performed by REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH or by authorized
distributors. Repairs performed by non-authorized companies will void the claim for refund
since damages to the product resulting hereof are not covered by warranty.
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If the unit sent in for repair or replacement is still under the original warranty then warranty is
to the end of the original 1 year warranty.
5.
If the unit is destined to be operated in another country than originally intended and
manufactured for, modifications to the product might be necessary to comply to special
technical and /or safety standards of that specific country. Such modifications are no defects
traceable to materials, design or workmanship. and are therefore expressly excluded from
warranty claims.
Modification costs or damages arising from operation of the product under deviating
conditions are not covered by warranty.
6.
Exclusions from warranty:
−Service and maintenance work as well as repair and replacement of consumables
according to our consumables‘ list
−Transportation cost of the machine or installation and dismounting expenses incurred
−Damages due to use of the product other than for its intended purpose
−Damages due to faulty installation or insufficient maintenance of the product (e.g.
decalcification)
−Damages due to natural disaster e.g. lightning, water, fire, act of nature beyond
control, war, inadequate line voltage, insufficient ventilation, no decalcification,
insufficient care and cleaning or non-adherence to operation and maintenance
instructions according to the accompanying operation guide.
−Damage due to use of the product other than in accordance with the instructions
provided by REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmH;
−The warranty does not cover the cost of removal and replacement of parts and
accessories, unless supplied as original equipment by REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmH
−All kind of damages occurred not directly at the device as well as consequential
damages (e.g. damages to furniture due to a lack of water, downtime of the machine,
material, lost working hours, wages and other consequential damages).
This warranty shall be rendered null and void if:
−the product has been subject to any modification, repair or replacement other than as
authorized by REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH
−the product is continued to be operated despite a functional defect
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The warranty is device specific and may be claimed, within the warranty period, by any
person who has legally acquired the device.
8.
Consumables are excluded from warranty. Spare parts are subject to a warranty coverage of
6 months against all effects traceable to materials, design or workmanship according to
these warranty regulations.
9.
Legal default claims on the part of the purchaser remain unaffected by this warranty.
10.
We reserve the right to charge a fee if repair of the device is rejected and the device is
destined to be sent back unrepaired.
11.
Please note:
Upon repair or replacement of this unit, personal data and settings might get lost or
damaged. We don’t accept liability for all kind of data loss. The customer is advised to
backup essential programs and data before sending for service.
12.
This warranty shall be interpreted in accordance with German law to the exclusion of UN
sales law. Place of jurisdiction is our business location.
13.
If any provisions of this warranty are judged to be illegal or unenforceable, the continuation in
full force and effect of the remaining provisions will not be prejudiced. The provisions of this
warranty judged to be illegal or unenforceable shall be construed so as to give effect to the
intent manifested by the provision by the provision held invalid, illegal or unenforceable and
to give effect to section 13 hereof.
14.
Should you need to borrow a device while your device is being repaired, please contact
Messrs. REITEL or your distributor. These loans are a service for which availability cannot
necessarily be guaranteed. After the warranty period, a free may be charged for loan
equipment as well as for shipping and packaging.

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Rules for Disposal
According to valid laws our devices are properly disposed of according to B2B –
regulations for proper disposal. Please contact your local dealer for additional
information
Spare parts list
Best.-Nr.:
Ref.:
Menge
Qty.
ME
Unit
E6296810
Frontfolie selbstklebend / Self adhesive front foil
1
St./pc.
E6299500
Hauptplatine
1
St./pc.
E6276000
Lüfter 50 x 50 x 15 mm / Fan 50 x 50 x 15 mm
1
St./pc.
E7146320
Moosgummiprofil, zur Deckel-Dämpfung / Foam rubber
profile for lid attenuation
0,5
m
E6064800
Schalter, grün / Green switch
1
St./pc.
E6276100
Sicherung 0,5 A flink / Fuse 0,5 mm fast
1
St./pc.
E6299600
Steuerplatine
1
St./pc.

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EC-Conformity Declaration

We manufacture in compliance with Quality Management ISO 9001:2015 incorporating
established standards.
REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH
Senfdamm 20 | 49152 Bad Essen
Phone.: [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.reitel.com | [email protected]
112019