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1220C GB 19991004
Preparing the chemicals
If the replenishment bottles are to be filled with chemicals for the first time, be
sure to read the following instructions:
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Prior to filling the tanks for the first time, it is recommended that they be re-
moved from the processor and rinsed with tap water. The standard cleaning
procedure as described in chapter 3, ‘Cleaning the Cawomat 2000 IR’ can be
followed, except that there are no chemicals yet to be drained.
■ To save chemicals, check and adjust the replenishment rates using water in
three spare replenishment bottles (which can be ordered as an option). If the re-
plenishment rates are satisfactory, you can fill the genuine set of replenishment
bottles with chemicals. The procedures for checking and adjusting the replen-
ishment rates can be found further on in this chapter.
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The chemical products can cause skin irritations with people who are sensitive to them.
It is therefore advisable to wear rubber gloves and to wash your hands thoroughly af-
terwards.
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Always prepare the solutions in accordance with the directions from your supplier.
Read the accompanying leaflet and/or the instructions on the bottle, to check for con-
gruity with the procedures below.
Preparing the developer solution Agfa G153
Agfa G153 should be used to prepare the developer solution. A unit package
contains 12 sets of 2 concentrated solutions (parts A and B), each set being
used for making up 2.5 litres of working solution (if you want to make up 5 litres
of working solution, double the values for water and chemicals):
– part A contains 1000 ml of concentrated developer.
– part B contains 250 ml of concentrated hardener.
1
Fill up the red marked replenishment bottle with 1.25 litres of water
(15°C - 40°C).
2
Add part A and mix by stirring the bottle a few moments.
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Never mix the concentrated solutions A and B. Part A is first to be thoroughly mixed
with the water before part B can be added.
3
Add part B, screw the red valve on the bottle and thoroughly mix once more.
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