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Rev. 6-12

 

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Sonic Dismembrator 

 

ULTRASONIC PROCESSOR

 

 

Part No. FB-705 

 

OPERATION MANUAL

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for FB-705

Page 1: ...Rev 6 12 1 Sonic Dismembrator ULTRASONIC PROCESSOR Part No FB 705 OPERATION MANUAL...

Page 2: ...Rev 6 12 2...

Page 3: ...les of Operation 9 10 5 Description of Components Functions of Controls 11 13 6 Preparation for Use 14 7 Operating Instructions Getting Started 15 24 8 Accessories 25 26 9 Maintenance 26 28 10 Trouble...

Page 4: ...rranty of either merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose No person or company is authorized to change modify or amend the terms of this warranty in any manner or fashion whatsoever Under n...

Page 5: ...ity Do not place the Generator within a Fume Hood Hearing protection is highly recommended It is recommended that a sound abating enclosure or ear protection be used when operating the Ultrasonic Proc...

Page 6: ...Rev 6 12 6 AC power Symbols Caution Risk of electric shock Hazardous voltage Caution Risk of danger Refer to User Manual...

Page 7: ...ng 15 Amps 8 Amps Weight 16 lbs 7 3 Kg Dimensions 8 W x 15 L x 9 H 203 mm x 381 mm x 229 mm Output Voltage 1000 V rms max Output Frequency 20 KHz Converter Weight 2 lbs 900 g Dimensions 7 25 L x 2 5 D...

Page 8: ...t be used If the 220V plug is not configured to match the wall receptacle a properly grounded universal AC socket adapter must be added Important Universal adapters do not convert voltage or frequency...

Page 9: ...ors have a wattage display During operation the wattage displayed is the energy required to drive the radiating face of a probe at that specific amplitude setting against a specific load at that parti...

Page 10: ...he sample larger probe diameter or higher pressure the greater the amount of power that will be delivered to the probe Setting the AMPLITUDE control to its maximum will not cause the maximum power rat...

Page 11: ...2 diameter probe FB4220 FB 705 Front Panel FB 705 Rear Panel FUNCTIONS OF KEYS CONTROLS INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS Generator Converter Horn with replaceable tip Converter Cable Power Cord Connector Co...

Page 12: ...creens CLR key Deletes selected parameter entry RUN key To proceed to program run screen SAVE key Stores a program to the selected memory number Up to 10 programs 0 9 can be stored START STOP key Star...

Page 13: ...tch Connector Connects to the footswitch cable Temperature Probe Connector Connects to the Temperature monitoring probe or thermocouple Converter Cable Connector Output Connects to the converter Power...

Page 14: ...E DAMAGED EQUIPMENT Retain all packing materials for future shipment ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The ultrasonic processor requires a fused single phase 3 terminal grounding type electrical outlet For powe...

Page 15: ...face tension liquids ALWAYS use a solid probe Set up 1 Connect the power cord into the receptacle on the rear of the ultrasonic processor 2 Make sure the unit is switched off Plug the electrical line...

Page 16: ...fittings on top of the converter to a source of dry compressed air This will cool the convertor so that it can function normally under load for an extended duration without becoming too hot Operation...

Page 17: ...ed b Program Mode Allows the user to create a program with specific On Off times and output setting The ability to save up to 10 programs and sequence several individual programs together can also be...

Page 18: ...e monitoring A check mark will appear indicating that temperature monitoring is activated Select the appropriate Amplitude intensity setting for your sample by touching the Up or Down arrow Touch Star...

Page 19: ...different programs Select Modify Sequence 1 2 Select a sequence of programs for the unit to run in succession A maximum of 6 programs can be sequenced at one time Option Screen The Option menu enable...

Page 20: ...the unit will run continuously without pulsing Process Time Pulse On and Pulse Off times are measured in Hours Minutes Seconds format 6 Activate Temperature Monitoring if necessary 7 Program a Shutdow...

Page 21: ...s The Temperature Monitoring and Shutdown Temperature option have been selected during this example program Program Progress is displayed by a bar graph This displays the progress of the current progr...

Page 22: ...rder in the PGM fields 3 If a delay or rest time between programs is desired touch the Delay After field Enter the appropriate time frame 4 Unused PGM fields should have a dash Select unsused programs...

Page 23: ...quid sample If the initial sample temperature is above the set point sonication will not turn on During sonication if the temperature reaches the Shutdown value the unit will pause sonication The unit...

Page 24: ...ns Viscous solutions and highly concentrated liquids can be difficult to sonicate If the liquid is so thick that it will not pour or circulate easily or if 25 micron glass powder will not settle to th...

Page 25: ...3 4 probe with replaceable tip 25 500ml Catalog FB4207 Note 3 4 solid probe is also available Catalog FB4208 Solid probes are required for low surface tension liquids i e organic solvents F 1 probe w...

Page 26: ...Microtip Probe Maintenance Ultrasonic processors create high intensity vibration which puts stress on the converter and horn assembly The sides and end of the probe must never be allowed to come in c...

Page 27: ...alcohol to dry completely 4 Reattach probe to convertor Screw the probe back onto the convertor and tighten with the wrench set provided 5 The tips on replaceable tip probes can be removed for cleani...

Page 28: ...tions The generator and converter may be cleaned using an acid free cleaning solution i e glass cleaner Probes should be cleaned using isopropyl alcohol Probes are made from titanium and can be autocl...

Page 29: ...life A fuse s has failed OVERLOAD CONDITION If the Ultrasonic Processor stops working and an OVERLOAD indication is displayed on the screen check for possible causes as outlined in the above paragrap...

Page 30: ...should be exercised to provide adequate packing to insure against possible damage in shipment The Ultrasonic Processor should be sent to the Service Department with all transportation charges prepaid...

Page 31: ...h or exposed to radiological biological or chemical agents and has been decontaminated rendering it safer for handling use or disposal Authorization By accepting authorization to return the equipment...

Page 32: ...eater than 10 minutes of continuous processing there is potential for the probe converter assembly to increase in temperature The general rule is that if the converter is warm to the touch it should b...

Page 33: ...a volume larger than indicated on the chart unless the application is reviewed and approved by a Qsonica representative While there is no absolute sample volume range for any probe horn below is a ge...

Page 34: ...movement up and down is called its amplitude The amplitude is adjustable Each probe has a maximum amplitude value For example with a diameter probe at setting 100 the probe will achieve an amplitude o...

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