Elma Schmidbauer Highea 3 Bedienungsanleitung
97050963(1) 2017-09
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Ultrasonic Cleaning Units
S30H - S60H - S100H
english
CONTENTS
1General Information 2
2Important safety warnings 2
2.1 Instructions for the use of the present manual 2
2.2 Intended Use 3
2.3 Instructions for the use of the unit 3
3Functioning 5
3.1 Ultrasonic cleaning factors 5
4Product description 6
4.1 Product features 6
4.2 Relevant European Directives 7
4.3 Classification 7
4.4 Delivered equipment 7
4.5 Unit front view / side view 8
4.6 Unit back view 9
4.7 Turning knob for draining the tank 10
4.8 Description of operating elements 11
4.9 Operating and display functions 12
5Initial operation 15
5.1 Set up of the liquid drain 16
5.2 Connecting the unit to the mains 16
5.3 Filling of the unit 17
5.4 Placement of cleaning items 18
5.5 Degassing of liquid 19
6Ultrasonic cleaning process 20
6.1 Heating up of the cleaning liquid 21
6.2 Temperature-controlled cleaning 22
6.3 Automatic mixing of the liquid during heating up 22
6.4 Starting the cleaning process manually 23
6.5 Sweep function 23
6.6 After the cleaning 24
7Cleaning media 25
7.1 Limitations of use of cleaners containing solvents 25
7.2 Limitations on aqueous cleaners 26
8Maintenance 27
8.1 Maintenance / Care 27
8.2 Service life of the transducer tank 27
8.3 Repair 28
9Guarantee 29
10 Technical details 29
11 Trouble shooting 30
12 Putting out of action and waste disposal 32
13 Manufacturer's contact address 33
14 Information and After-Sales Service 33
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1 General Information
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.
An operating manual cannot take account of every conceivable use. An operating manual cannot
take account of every possible use. Contact your dealer or the manufacturer for further information
or in the event of problems which are not covered or not sufficiently covered in this operating
manual.
2 Important safety warnings
Please observe any additional national safety regulations that may apply.
2.1 Instructions for the use of the present manual
Carefully read the Operating Instructions before you operate the unit. Do not use the present
electrical unit for any purpose other than described in the Operating Instructions.
Warning symbols used in the present manual
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 warns of the risk of injury.
This symbol warns of the risk of damage to the equipment.
This symbol marks additional information.
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Signal words used in the present manual
Danger
The signal word Danger warns of a potential risk of serious injury and danger to
life.
Warning
The signal word Warning warns of the risk of serious injury and heavy damage to
the equipment.
Caution
The signal word Caution warns of the risk of light injury or damage to the
equipment.
Attention
The signal word Attention warns of the risk of damage to the equipment.
2.2 Intended Use
This ultrasonic cleaning device is only intended for the treatment of medical, surgical, invasive and
non-invasive devices.
2.3 Instructions for the use of the unit
User
Operation of the unit by authorized and instructed staff only. Observe the instructions given in the
manual.
Mains connection
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.
Prevention of electrical accidents
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!
Cleaning liquid
Fill the unit with a sufficient quantity of cleaning liquid before switch-on. Flammable liquids must not
be treated by ultrasound directly in the cleaning tank: risk of fire and explosion!
Hot surfaces and liquids
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.
Noise emission
Ultrasonic units can produce annoying sounds.
Wear personal ear protection devices when working close to an ultrasonic unit which is operated
without cover.
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Sound transmission at physical contact
Do not reach inside the cleaning liquid or touch sound-carrying parts (tank, basket, cleaning items,
etc.) during operation..
Exclusion of liability
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damages on persons, equipment or cleaning items
caused by improper use. The operator is responsible for the instruction of the operating staff.
Storage and transport conditions
Temperature during storage: +5 C (+ 41 F) to + 40 C (+ 104 F)
Temperature during transport: -15 C (+ 5 F) to +60 C (+ 140 F)
Humidity and air pressure during storage and transport:
10% - 80 % relative humidity; non-condensing
Pressure range 500 hPa –1060 hPa absolute
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3 Functioning
Today, cleaning by ultrasound is the most modern fine cleaning method.
The electric high-frequency energy created by an ultrasonic generator is transformed into
mechanical energy by piezo-electrical transducer systems and is then transmitted into the bath.
This process creates millions of tiny vacuum bubbles which implode due to the variations of
pressure caused by the ultrasonic activity. Highly energetic liquid jets are created. These jets
remove dirt particles from surfaces and even from the smallest grooves and bores.
3.1 Ultrasonic cleaning factors
Basically, the cleaning result depends on four factors:
Mechanical energy
Ultrasonic energy is probably the most important mechanical factor in the cleaning process. This
energy must be transmitted through a liquid medium to the surfaces which are to be cleaned.
The present unit is fitted with the innovative sweep function device: electronic oscillation of the
sound field (sweep function) prevents the formation of zones of low performance in the ultrasonic
bath.
Cleaning media
For saponification and removal of the dirt particles a suitable cleaning agent is required. Cleaning
chemicals are also necessary to reduce the surface tension. This increases considerably the
efficiency of the ultrasonic activity.
Temperature
The effect of the cleaning medium is improved by the optimised temperature of the cleaning liquid.
Cleaning period
The cleaning period depends on the degree and the kind of contamination and on the correct
selection of ultrasonic energy, cleaning agent and temperature.
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4 Product description
4.1 Product features
Cleaning tank made of cavitation-resistant stainless steel.
Casing made of stainless steel, hygienic and easy to clean.
High performance sandwich transducer systems.
Sweep function for an optimised sound field distribution in the cleaning liquid.
Degas function for the efficient degassing of the cleaning liquid and for laboratory purposes.
Auto degas function for automatic degassing cycles, i.e. with fresh cleaning liquids.
Quick-drain valve on the back of the unit.
Dry-run protected heating
Temperature-controlled ultrasonic operation: the cleaning process starts automatically when
the set temperature is reached; the cleaning liquid is regularly mixed during the heating up so
that the cleaning liquid is evenly heated
Automatic mixing during heating-up period.
Plug-in mains supply.
Electronical turning knobs.
Display of both set values and actual values via LED settings.
Splash-water-proof operating panel.
Plastic carrying handles.
Automatic switch-off after 12 h operation to prevent unintended permanent operation.
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4.2 Relevant European Directives
The product described in this manual is manufactured in accordance with the highest safety
standards and doesn't represent any danger for the operator if used according to the following
instructions.
The product is in accordance with the following European Directives as applicable:
93/42/CEE, and subsequent amendments and additions, concerning medical devices.
2011/65/UE (Rohs II) on restriction of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment.
4.3 Classification
Class I (according to Directive 93/42/EEC and subsequent amendments)
4.4 Delivered equipment
Ultrasonic cleaning unit
Mains cable
Tube socket with tube clamp
Operating Instructions
N. 2 beaker
Beaker holder
Cover
Cleaning basket
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4.5 Unit front view / side view
A
Filling line indicates the recommended maximum filling level. This level should not be
exceeded even with cleaning items inside.
B
Plastic carrying handles for the safe transportation of the unit even with hot casing.
C
Turning knob for the draining of the tank functional description see section “Turning knob
for draining the tank”.
D
Operating panel for the control of the operating functions.
Description see section “Description of operating elements”.
D
A
B
C
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