Elma Schmidbauer GmbH
4 Use of cleaning agents
Elmasonic Select
9 / 32
Use of aggressive, corrosive cleaning agents:
Aggressive, corrosive cleaning agents can cause severe chemical burns if they come into contact with
eyes or skin. Insufficient ventilation can result in severe chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
• Before using any cleaning agents, read the safety data sheet and product information and observe
and apply the instructions.
• Where necessary, install an effective extractor system for the emitted vapours (e.g. at higher
temperatures) and regularly check that the extractor system is working correctly.
• Never reach into the tank when filled with cleaning agent.
• Wear suitable protective equipment in line with the safety data sheet.
Danger of fire or explosion when using combustible cleaning agents
Ultrasound and heat increase the evaporation of liquids and form extremely fine mists that readily
ignite on contact with sources of ignition. This can result in severe burns or death.
• Do not use cleaning agents that are labelled with the pictograms GHS01 (explosive), GHS02
(flammable) or GHS03 (oxidising) in line with the CLP regulation (EC no. 1272/2008). Do not use
cleaning agents that have a flashpoint.
• If necessary, clarify the cleaning agents that can be used by consulting the manufacturer or
supplier.
GHS01
GHS02
GHS03
Table 2:
GHS pictograms for explosive, flammable or oxidising substances
Damage to the stainless-steel tank caused by unsuitable cleaning agents
Unsuitable cleaning agents can cause pitting and therefore damage the stainless-steel tank within a
short time.
• Consult the unit and cleaning agent manufacturers to clarify whether the cleaning agent is
suitable.
• Do not use any cleaning agents in the acidic pH range (pH value <7) at the same time as halides,
such as fluoride, chloride, bromide or iodide.
• Only use cleaning agents that are suitable for ultrasound applications.
