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Summary of Contents for FS-110

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Tabletop Ultrasonic Cleaners Models FS 20 FS 20H FS 30 FS 30H FS 60 FS 60H FS 110 FS 110H FS 140 FS 140H FS 220 FS 220H Fisher Scientific ...

Page 2: ...aim is based Failure of the buyer to give written notice of such claim within this time period shall be deemed to be a waiver of such claim Disclaimer The provisions herein stated are FlSHER s sole obligation and exclude all other remedies or warranties expressed or implied including those related to merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Limitation of Liability Under no circumstance...

Page 3: ...ers Description Accessories Unpacking Your Cleaner Installing Your Cleaner Equipment Specifications How Ultrasonic Cleaning Works Operating Your Cleaner Operating Your MT or MTH Cleai Draining Your Cleaner Optimizing Your Cleaner Application Hints Cleaning Methods Cleaning Solutions Troubleshooting Performance Service Centers ...

Page 4: ...ble your cleaner high voltage inside the cleaner is dangerous Do not immerse the cleaner in water To prevent personal and or property damage Do use only water based solutions Do not ever use alcohol gasoline or flammable solutions Doing so could cause a fire explosion or serious personal injury and will void your warranty Use only water based solutions Do not ever use mineral acids These could dam...

Page 5: ... bottom of the cleaning tank use a tray or wire to suspend items Failure to comply may cause transducer damage and will void your warranty Do not allow the cleaning solution level to drop more than one inch below the top of the tank with heat or ultrasonics on Failure to comply may cause transducer and or heater damage and will void your warranty ...

Page 6: ...uency ensure uniform cleaning activity throughout the bath The five 5 larger size units have drains and are supplied with tank drain kits Each model can be purchased in two different configurations MT with a Mechanical Timer and MTH with a Mechanical Timer plus Heat c When you first fill your unit or refill it with fresh solution use warm water for the solution Turn on the heater press the HEAT sw...

Page 7: ...r resolution Please retain your packaging materials for future use Installing Your Cleaner Check the label on the back of the cleaner for correct input power requirements Position your cleaner within easy reach of a standard grounded electrical outlet Do not place the cleaner on a circuit which could become overioaded If your cleaner does not operate correctly first refer to the troubleshooting se...

Page 8: ...L 21 4 W 15 4 H 11 3 Weight 11 lbs 5KG 13 lbs 5 9 KG 15 lbs 6 8 KG 19 lbs 8 6 KG 20lbs 9 1 KG 32 lbs 14 5 KG Ultra Sonic Power SOW 130W 130W 185W 185W 320W Heater Power 63W 109W 205W 284W 284W 561W Total Power MTH 80W 63W 143W 130W 109W 239W 130W 205W 335W 185W 284W 469W 210W 284W 469W 320W 561W 881W NOTE All models have an operating frequency of 40kHz Voltages available 120V or 220V 10 50 60Hz Ch...

Page 9: ...radiate through the solution in the tank they cause alternating high and low pressures in the solution 1 o L v CJ J V 1 r During the low pressure stage millions of microscopic bubbles form and grow i During the high pressure stage the bubbles implode or collapse releasing enormous amounts of energy These implosions act like an army of tiny scrub brushes They work in all directions attacking every ...

Page 10: ...TH Cleaner MT Cleaner S lelrtlfic FS 2 O MTH Cleaner HIAI Ptaher Scientific 0 FS20H Explanation of Controls Control HEAT MTH only TIMER TIMER Function Activates heat to 60 C maximum Activates ultrasonics and sets time Use to tum unit Off Turn clockwise for variable time 0 60 mins Turn counterclockwise to hold position for continuous operation 10 ...

Page 11: ...ailure to comply with these cautions will void your warranty Step 1 2 3 4 5 Action Select your cleaning solution check with Chemical Supplier for solution effects on metals Allowing for the volume of the parts you will be cleaning and cleaning solution fill the tank with warm tap water to the operating level one inch from the top Add cleaning solution to the tank water Plug the cleaner into a grou...

Page 12: ...4 5 Action Set the TIMER for the amount of time you wish the items to be cleaned To stop ultrasonics at any time turn the TIMER to zero Place the items into a basket or perforated tray Slowly lower the tray into the tank Do not allow items to contact the tank bottom Do not stir the solution When items are clean slowly remove them from the cleaner Rinse the clean items with clean water and dry them...

Page 13: ...Unplug the cleaner from the power source The 3 4 gal model does not have a drain To empty carefully tilt unit toward back left corner and pour the used solution into a waste disposal unit rinse the tank thoroughly dry off outside skirt and refill with new solution t y 13 ...

Page 14: ... full tum when using the wrench until the handle is on top CAUTION Over tightening of the valve can cause damage to the ultrasonic tank Always use teflon sealing tape or a sealing paste designed for use with stainless steel if retightening or refitting ofthe drain valve is required a Q J I l UlLi IVL Lf Ji i J Q Hand tighten the hose adaptor into the end of the drain valve Slide the drain tube ove...

Page 15: ...ight on the tank bottom dampens sound energy and will cause damage to the transducer Instead use a tray and or beaker positioning cover to support all items Allow at least one inch between the tank bottom and the beaker or receptacle for adequate cavitation Covers allow the cleaner to heat up faster to a higher temperature and limit excessive liquid evaporation However leaving the cover on with he...

Page 16: ... a detergent or surfactant to the bath Reduced surface tension will increase cavitation intensity and enhance cleaning Solvents never use solvents Vapors of flammable solutions can collect under the cleaner where ignition is possible from electrical components Renewal replace cleaning solutions often to improve cleaning activity Cleaning solutions as with most chemicals will become depleted over t...

Page 17: ...level within one inch of the tank top Surface activity can vary with liquid level Load size It is faster and more efficient to run several small loads rather than a few big loads Placing items Never allow items to sit on the bottom of the tank Always place them in a tray or beaker or suspend in the solution Rinsing items After cleaning use a clean water bath to rinse away chemicals adhering to ite...

Page 18: ...st results for you Direct Method nv ajTf s Er i I i y i I A IM M s i j p r i i _ j How it works Fill the tank with warm water and a cleaning solution Place the items to be cleaned in a perforated tray and lower them into the tank You can also suspend items on a wire and then immerse them in the solution The advantages of this method are the simplicity of operation and cleaning effectivness 18 ...

Page 19: ...er or a solid insert tray to fit your cleaner Beakers should not touch the tank s bottom The advantages of this method are Removed soil stays in the beaker or tray so you can easily examine filter or discard it You can use one or more solutions at the same time two completely different cleaning solutions one beaker or tray with a cleaning solution and one with a rinse solution Cleaning solution in...

Page 20: ...ed solutions include carbonates silicates and caustics These cause emulsifying action which keeps soil from redepositing on the cleaned surface and improves cleaning action in hard water Alkaline water based solutions include carbonates silicates and caustics These cause emulsifying action which keeps soil from redepositing on the cleaned surface and improves cleaning action in hard water Alkaline...

Page 21: ...perly MT Mechanical timer not ON Heater malfunctions MTH HEAT not ON Solution is not degassed Solution is spent Solution level is incorrect for load Tank bottom is covered with soil particles Using deionized water in the tank What to do Plug into functioning electrical outiet Turn timer clockwise Call nearest authorized service center Turn heat ON Make sure that tank was filled with warm tap water...

Page 22: ...within one 1 inch of the tank top 3 Turn the ultrasonics on for at least five minutes to allow for degassing 4 Prepare the glass slide by first wetting the frosted portion with tap water I k l L D 5 With the No 2 pencil on the frosted portion make an X from corner to corner 6 Immerse the frosted end ofthe slide into the solution Hold the slide vertically and center it in the solution The ultrasoni...

Page 23: ...er will be return shipped by ground service unless you specify otherwise Fisher Services Division Traditional Lab Service Centers Name ATLANTA Fisher Scientific Co LOS ANGELES Fisher Scientific Co CHICAGO Fisher Scientific Co PITTSBURGH Fisher Scientific Co Address 2775 Horizon Ridge Court Suwanee GA 30024 1495 W 9 Street 102 Upland CA 91786 5641 4500 Turnberry Drive Hanover Park IL 60103 585 Alph...

Page 24: ...vice Centers Name LEESPORT Fisher Scientific Co HOUSTON Fisher Scientific Co TUSTIN Fisher Scientific Co Address Leisz s Road RD 1 Leeport PA 19533 3500 So Richey Road Suite 100 Houston TX 77017 1495 W 9 Street 102 Upland CA 91786 5641 Tel Fax Number Tel 610 926 5237 FAX 610 926 0605 Contact Mike Taddeo Tel 713 941 7666 FAX 713 941 1666 Other 713 941 8964 Contact Jack Lambert Tel 909 949 2200 FAX ...

Page 25: ...packing material and file claim with the final carrier Usually the firm will send an inspector to ascertain liability ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS italog No 493 1OOM 115V 25 60 Hz 450 Watts 3 9 Amps Catalog No 11 493 1 OIM 230V 25 60 Hz 450 Watts 2 0 Amps OPERATION The Model 10OM hot plate provides top plate temperatures from ambient to about 370 C 700 F consuming power only when current is supplied th...

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