Qsonica SONICATOR S-4000, Руководство по эксплуатации

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Cleaning replaceable tip threading
After all connection points have been cleaned, use compressed air (if possible) to ensure all
debris has been blown out of the holes. Let the parts air dry.
Re-attach all components tightly.
Cleaning Instructions
The generator and converter may be cleaned using an acid-free cleaning solution (i.e. glass
cleaner). Horns and probes should be cleaned using isopropyl alcohol. Horns are made from
titanium and can be autoclaved.
Tip Care
The probe tip may be sterilized either by immersing in boiling water, autoclaving, or in a
detergent bactericide and a disinfectant (the converter cannot be sterilized). Before each
procedure place the probe tip in water or alcohol and turn the power on for a few seconds to
remove residue. The tip also can be sterilized using alcohol with the power on. Alcohol is a
volatile compound and proper handling precautions must be taken while sterilizing with
alcohol.
The sides and end of the probe must
never
be allowed to come in contact with anything but
the solution. When using a Microtip
™
, the stress resulting at the point of contact with the
vessel could cause the Microtip
™
to fracture. Standard probes may not fracture if they come
in contact with the vessel, but can damage the vessel.
Touching a glass vessel wall with the tip will release tiny glass and titanium particles into the
sample that may gray the solution. The particles will form a thin dark gray layer on
centrifuging but usually have an insignificant effect chemically.
Proper care of the probe is essential for dependable service. The intense cavitation will, after