Ultrasonic Cleaners User Manual SH-Series
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1. be damaged by this stronger chemical action When in doubt test run samples of items to be cleaned Caustic solutions used to remove rust from steels metal alloy corrosion and a variety of tenacious soils Solution Amounts solution amounts may vary The amount you use depends on the detergent and the type of soil to be removed Follow instructions on the solution container and refer to the table below for the effects of solutions on metals Chemicals Harmful to Your Tank The following chemicals will harm your ultrasonic tank and the action of ultrasonics and higher operating temperatures will increase their chemical activity Do not use these or similar chemicals directly or in dilution in your ultrasonic tank or you will void your warranty Acetophenone Chloric Acid Hydrofluosilicic Acid Aluminum Chloride Chlorine Anhydrous lodoform Aluminum Fluoride Chromic Acid Mercuric Chloride Aluminum Sulphate Copper Chloride Muriatic Acid Ammonium Bifluoride Copper Fluoborate Phosphoric crude Ammonium Chloride Ethyl Chloride Sodium Hypochlorite Ammonium Hydroxide Ferric Chloride Potassium Chloride Amyl Chloride Ferrous Chloride stannic Chloride Antimony Trichloride Ferris Sulfate stannous Chloride Aqua Regia Fluoboric Acid sulfur chloride Bromine Fluorine Sulfuric Acid Calcium Bisulfate Hydrobromic Acid Zinc Chlorid Calcium Bisulfite Hydrochloric Acid Calcium Hypochloride Hydrocyanic Acid Chloracetic Acid Hydrofluoric Acid Solution Effec2. digital timer and mechanical thermostat with a power switch fuse in the rear of the machine When you first fill your unit or refill it with fresh solution use warm water for the solution Turn on the heater Rotate the HEAT knob to 45 if available The 0 7 liter units don t have a heater turn on the ultrasonics press the green on touch screen button and use the arrow buttons for timing purposes add the cover and the solution will heat quickly to temperature Accessories For Your Cleaner Accessories include a cover and a mesh basket Unpacking Your Cleaner Please check your cleaner and its carton carefully for any external or internal damage If you find damage contact your shipping carrier immediately before contacting your distributor Please retain your packaging for future use Installing Your Cleaner Check the plate on the back of the cleaner for correct 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 overloaded lf your cleaner does not operate correctly first refer to the troubleshooting section for possible causes or contact an authorized service center listed at the back of this manual for additional information Equipment Specifications Tank Tank U S Unit Dimensions Power Ultrasonic Warranty Heat w Capacity 0 7 Liter 2 Liter 3 Liter 4 Liter 6 Liter 10 Liter 2
3. stainless steel tank or cleaning solution they may be hot Do not allow fluid temperature to exceed 70 C 160 F Do not place your fingers or hands into the tank while the cleaner is operating Doing so may cause discomfort and possible skin irritation Avoid contact with solutions and provide adequate ventilation Do not use solutions containing chlorine bleach To prevent damage to the cleaner Change your solution regularly Do not cover vents on the housing Do not operate the cleaner dry Do not place parts or containers directly on the 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 solution to drop more than 11 2 inch from top of tank with heat or ultrasonics on Failure to comply may cause transducer and or heater damage and will void your warranty The fill line is 1 from top of the tank Introduction Ultrasonic Cleaners These SH Series line of ultrasonic cleaners includes seven models with sizes ranging from 46 Liter 18 gallon 28 Liter 7 5 gallon 17 Liter 15 Liter 4 gallon 10 Liter 6 liter 4 liter 3 Liter 2 liter and 0 7 liter Each model is constructed using durable industrial style 40 KHz transducers These provide increased cleaning power along with built in sweep frequency to ensure uniform cleaning activity throughout the bath The five larger sizes have built in drains Each model has a
4. tighten the drain valve onto the drain pipe over the white Teflon sealing tape Finish tightening the valve in place using on adjustable or a 21mm wrench Tighten the valve no more than one full turn 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 of the drain valve is required tube over the barbed hose adaptor end 5 Close the drain valve by turning the handle perpendicular to the valve body aa and the cleaner is ready to fill with solution To open the valve and drain the cleaner turn the handle so that it is in line with the valve body Optimizing Your Cleaner Tanks Cleaning check the tank for contamination whenever you change solution If necessary remove contaminants with a nonabrasive cloth and water Emptying always unplug the cleaner before emptying the tank Empty the solution into a waste disposal unit Filling always unplug the line cord before filling the tank Fill the cleaner to the operating level one inch from the top with beaker tray in place using warm tap water Low solution level will cause the cleaner to fail When you remove heavy or bulky loads from the cleaner the solution level may drop below the operating level If so be sure to replace lost solution and degas if necessary depending on the amount
5. use non flammable solutions and water based solutions Solution Types Water based solutions are either slightly acidic or alkaline They include detergents soaps and industrial cleaners designed to remove specific soils Acidic water based solutions remove rust tarnish or scale They range from mild solutions that remove tarnish to concentrated and inhibited acidic solutions that remove investment plaster milk stone zinc oxide and rust from steel and cast iron as well as smut and heat treat scale from hardened steel 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 strength Light oils and greases cutting oils and coolant compounds Mild to Strong Heavy grease and oil waxes vegetable oils inks wax or fat base buffing and polishing compounds milk residues and carbohydrates Heavy duty Mill scale heat treat scale corrosion or oxides Change the cleaning solution periodically Cleaning solutions can become contaminated with suspended soil particles which coat the tank bottom This coating dampens the ultrasonic action and reduces cleaning efficiency Certain solutions will cavitate better than others Contact your local distributor for further information Heat and cavitation increase the chemical activity of cleaning solutions Some materials may
6. used Overload do not rest any items on the tank bottom Weight 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 avoid excessive liquid evaporation Temperature Heater the heater may cause some discoloration of the tank wall This is normal and will not affect the performance of the unit Solution the fastest method to heat your cleaner is to fill with warm solution use heat ultrasonics which also adds heat and a cover Solution activity the amount of visible activity is not necessarily related to optimum cavitation for cleaning Degassing fresh solutions contain many dissolved gases usually air which reduce effective ultrasonic action Although solutions will naturally degas over time Solutions that have been sitting unused for 24 hours or longer have reabsorbed some gases Heat increases the chemical activity of cleaning solutions Surface tension can be reduced by adding solution to the bath Reduced surface tension will increase cavitation intensity and enhance cleaning Solvents never use solvents Vapors of flammable solutions will collect under the cleaner where ignition is possible from electrical components Renewal re
7. 5 Gallon 15 Liter 4 Gallon 17 Liter 4 6 Gallon 28 Liter 7 5 Gallon 46 Liter 18 Gallon Frequency Khz 40 Khz 40 Khz 40 Khz 40 Khz 28 40 Khz L x W x H 6 5 x 4 5 x 6 5 L x W x H 15 x T XS LxWxH 10 5 x 8 x 8 5 LxWxH 13 x 7 7 x 10 L x W x H 14 x 8 x 11 5 L x W x H 13 x11 x14 5 LxWxH 13 5 x12 5 x15 5 LxWxH 13 x14 x15 LxWxH 24 x13 x 15 LxWxH 20 x 22 x 15 LxWxH Dimensions LxWxH 6 x 3 5 x 2 5 LxWxH 6 x5 25 x3 75 LxWxH 9 x 5 5 x 4 L x W x H 12 x x 3 75 L x W x H 12 x 6 x 6 L x W x H 11 5 x9 x6 LxWxH 12 x11 x0 LxWxH 12 x1 1 x8 LxWxH 19 5 x 11 x 8 LxWxH 24 x 19 x 9 LxWxH 5 5 Ibs 10 5 lbs 18 lbs 40 Ibs 40 Ibs 60 Ibs 180 Ibs AC 100 120v 50 60Hz AC 100 120v 50 60Hz AC 100 120v 50 60Hz AC 100 120v 50 60Hz or 220 240 V Power Watts 600 W 300W Ultra amp 300W Heat 1000 W 500 Ultra amp 500 Heat 900 W 500 Ultra amp 400 Heat 1120 W 720 Ultra amp 500 Heat 2400 W 1200 Ultra amp 1200 Heat tyr prts lbr 1yr parts tyr prts lbr 1yr parts tyr prts lbr 1yr parts tyr prts lbr 1yr parts tyr prts lbr 1yr parts tyr prts llbr 1yr parts tyr prts lbr 1yr parts tyr
8. Button Control Function S O to activate power to cleaner Press to deactivate power to cleaner Timer control The two blue touch buttons located in between the on off buttons buttons Use to select the amount of time you want the machine to run Up arrow increases time by 5 minutes and down arrow decreases time by 5 minutes Note machine will power off when timer is finished Digital Timer Display Displays select time for cleaning Temperature Knob Located on the right side of panel Used to set cleaner at desired temperature In Celsius The temperature ranges from O Celsius to 70 Celsius Heat Light Indicator Red Heat Light Indicator turns on indicating that the heat on cleaner is active Draining Your Cleaner Warning A Do not immerse the cleaner in water Unplug the cleaner from the power source 0 7L 2L 3L 4L and 6L models do not have a drain To empty use the side of the rim to pour the used solution into a waste disposal unit rinse the tank thoroughly and refill with new solution The 10 Liter 15 Liter 4 gallon 17 Liter 28 Liter 7 5 gallon and 46 Liter 18 gallon models include a drain Drain not attached Thread sealant and do not over tighten Place the cleaner to allow easy reach of the drain tube into a waste disposal Remove the thread protecting cap from the end of the cleaner s drain pipe This will expose the white Teflon sealing tape on the drain pipe s threads Hand
9. Ultrasonic Cleaners User Manual SH Series Warranty Ultrasonic Cleaners when used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions and under normal use are guaranteed for one year parts and labor and an additional year of parts only Within the period guaranteed manufacturer will repair or replace free of charge at its sole discretion all parts that are defective because of material or workmanship not including costs for removing or installing parts Liability wnether based on warranty negligence or other cause arising out of and or incidental to sale use or operation of the transducer elements or any part thereof shall not in any case exceed the cost of repair or replacement of the defective equipment and such repair or replacement shall be the exclusive remedy of the purchaser and in no case will we be responsible for any and or all consequential or incidental damages including without limitation and or all consequential damages arising out of commercial losses CAUTION A Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the cleaning tank use a tray or wire to suspend items A Do not allow the solution to drop more than 1 1 2 inch below the top of the tank A Do not ever use alcohol gasoline or flammable solutions Doing so could cause a fire or explosion Use only water based solutions A Do not use mineral acids These could damage the tank 10 11 12 13 14 19 16 Content
10. more 1 72 from top of tank Do not ever use alcohol gasoline or flammable solutions Doing so could cause a fire or explosion Use only water based solutions Do not ever use mineral acids These could damage the tank Failure to comply with these cautions will void your warranty Select your cleaning solution refer for solution effects on metals Allowing for the volume of the parts you will be cleaning and operation level line one inch from the top 2 3 Add cleaning solution to the tank of water 1 4 Plug the cleaner into a ground outlet NOTE lf this is the first time you are running the cleaner or if you have changed cleaning solution you must degas the solution If not skip to Cleaning Items Degassing Turn the HEAT ON Unless its 0 7 Liter Turn the TIMER to 5 10 and let the cleaner run to allow the solution to degas Cleaning Items NOTE To stop ultrasonics at any time press red off button 1 Set the TIMER for the amount of time you wish the items to be cleaned Place the items into a basket Slowly lower the basket into the tank Do not allow items to contact the tank bottom 4 When items are clean and time is up slowly remove them from the cleaner 5 Rinse the clean items with clean water and dry them if necessary Operating Your Cleaner Digital Timer Display Heat Light Indicator Temperature Control Knob 5 5 Timer control buttons Off Button On
11. mponents l Interrupted calibration sequence Cleaner operates but display does Prese SE era not function Timer board malfunctions l Call nearest authorized service center Bad touchpad panel Make sure that tank was filled with warm ap water plus cleaning solution and has run 5 10 minutes Solution is not degassed Solution is spent Solution level is incorrect for CAGE solution load Adjust solution to within 1 1 2 from top of Decreased ultrasonic activity ank filled with warm tap water Tank bottom is covered with SOL PAHIGES Empty then clean tank with warm water Using deionized water in the tank Wipe with a nonabrasive cloth Deionized water does not cavitate as actively as soapy tap water Service Information With normal use your Ultrasonic Cleaner should not require servicing However if it fails to operate satisfactorily first try to diagnose the problem by following the suggestions in the Troubleshooting Guide Warning A High voltage inside the cleaner is dangerous If you find that your cleaner needs repair carefully pack and return it to Sharpertek If under warranty remember to include proof of purchase Your cleaner will be shipped by ground service unless you specify otherwise Technical Support sharpertek 2005 Pontiac Rd Bldg A Tel 248 340 0593 Auburn Hills MI 48326 Fax 248 340 6189 USA Sales1 sharpertek com
12. ning Power and Frequency Ultrasonic system power is rated in how much energy in watts is generated in the ultrasonic tank Higher power systems generally mean shorter part immersion times in the fluid The ideal cleaning frequency is determined by the size of dirt being cleaned Simply speaking higher frequencies are more capable it is of removing smaller particles lower frequencies are better suited for large dirt particles Many SharperTek ultrasonic systems can be configured with multi frequency technology giving you the benefit of multiple cleaning frequencies in a single design package Operating Your Cleaner lf this is the first time you are using the cleaner please read this whole section before operating your cleaner Operating Your SH Series Cleaner no heat light indicator or temp control knob for 0 7 L a Heat Light Indicator Temperature Control Knob 45 47 5 Timer control buttons Off Button On Button SH Series 0 7 Liter No Heat Off Button On Button 3605 On Button 1808 Explanation of Controls Control HEAT Activates heat to 70 C Maximum Activates ultrasonics and sets time Turn Knob to desired heat Turn clockwise to hold position for continuous heat operation Before You Start Cleaning lt gt CAUTION amp Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the cleaning tanks use a tray or wire to Suspend items Do not allow the solution to drop
13. ough fluid it stretches and compresses the fluid to transmit sound When the sound wave s amplitude increases to a threshold level when the fluid cannot hold the stretch of the sound wave the sound wave energy literally tears the water apart and vacuum bubbles are formed Each vacuum bubble grows in size until it can grow no more equilibrium is reached between the bubble and the fluid at equilibrium the bubble is compressed by the surrounding fluid pressure until it collapses At collapse a tiny liquid jet is created in the bubble s place Each liquid jet creates estimated temperatures and pressures of over five thousand degrees Celsius and ten thousand PSI when the collapse occurs The extreme pressure and temperature of the jet provides the phenomenon responsible for the effective ultrasonic cleaning action This action occurs millions of times over and over while the sound waves are traveling through the fluid Ultrasonic Cleaning Cleans Every Nook and Cranny When the item being cleaned is submerged in the ultrasonic tank s fluid the millions of jets created by ultrasonic energy are capable of reaching into fine depressions and intricate details Every surface area is exposed to the ultrasonic cleaning action cracks crevices and hard to reach corners of every nook and cranny get cleaned by the ultrasonic cavitating action Ultrasonic sweep cleaning technology enhances the system s ability to clean Ultrasonic Clea
14. place cleaning solutions often to increase ultrasonic cleaning activity solutions as with most chemicals will become depleted over time Solutions can become contaminated with suspended soil particles which coat the tank bottom inhibiting ultrasonic activity Application Hints ZS CAUTION A Never clean novelty or inexpensive jewelry in the cleaner The combination of heat and vibration may loosen a cement held setting Never clean gemstones such as emerald amethyst pearl opal coral turquoise peridot or lapis lazuli in the cleaner First time cleaning first experiment with one piece then proceed with the remainder Solution level Be sure to maintain solution level within 1 1 2 of top of the tank 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 items Lubricating items When necessary re lubricate items immediately after cleaning Drying items Air drying at room temperature works for some items Place parts requiring faster drying time under hot air blowers or in ovens Cleaning Methods There are two methods of cleaning direct and indirect Each has advantages and disadvantages When in doub
15. prts lbr 1yr parts tyr prts lbr 1yr parts Tyr prts lbr 1 yr parts Temp Control How Ultrasonics Work Dirty items come clean in ultrasonic cleaning systems when millions of superheated bubbles scrub grime and oxidation away with stunning results How Through the process of de cavitation Ultrasonic cleaning systems send high frequency sound waves ripping through an ultrasonic cleaning solution leaving superheated bubbles in the waves wake When these bubbles called cavitations collapse called decavitation the heat and energy of their implosions work with the specially formulated ultrasonic cleaning solution to remove dirt oils residue and oxidation from the surface of the contaminated item Imagine the ability to get into the tiniest of nooks and crannies where dirt and grime hide and then imagine scrubbing that surface ultra clean With conventional cleaning brushes rags and elbow grease this task seems impossible But the cavitating cleaning action of an ultrasonic cleaning system does just that It goes where brush bristles can t What is Ultrasonic Cleaning Technology Ultrasonic cleaning technology is high frequency sound waves creating a phenomenon in a fluid called cavitating action or cavitations Cavitations the superheated bursting of bubbles in a fluid are what make ultrasonic cleaning work How Can Sound Waves and Ultrasonic Cavitations Clean When a sound wave travels thr
16. s Front Cover WARRANTY Safety Precautions Introduction Ultrasonic Cleaners Accessories Unpacking Your Cleaner Installing Your Cleaner Equipment Specifications How Ultrasonic Cleaning Works Operating Your Cleaner Draining Your Cleaner Optimizing Your Cleaner Application Hints Cleaning Methods Cleaning Solution Trouble Shooting Service Information SSAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using your Ultrasonic Cleaner please read and thoroughly understand these safety precautions Failure to follow them may result in serious personal injury or property damage To avoid electrical shock Unplug from power source before filling or emptying the tank Keep the control panel and the area around the cleaner clean and dry wipe up solution which spills over the tank brim Water and high voltage can cause electrical shock Do not operate the cleaner without proper grounding Do not remove the grounding prong on the line cord plug Do not disassemble your cleaner high voltage inside the cleaner is dangerous Do not immerse the cleaner in water To prevent personal and or property damage Operate the cleaner with a vented cover or no cover Use water based solutions Do not ever use alcohol gasoline or flammable solutions Doing so could cause a fire or explosion and will void your warranty Use only water based solutions Do not ever use mineral acids These could damage the tank Do not touch the
17. t run test samples using both methods to decide which one produces the best results for you Direct method e tems in perforated insert tray e litem suspended How it works e Fill the tank with warm water and a cleaning solution e 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 effectiveness Indirect method e tems laid randomly in solid insert tray e Items placed in beakers How it works e Fill the tank with warm water and a cleaning solution e Pour your solution medium into one or more beakers or into a solid insert tray e Place the beakers in a beaker positioning cover or a solid insert tray to fit your cleaner Beakers should not touch the tank s bottom The advantages of this method are e Removed soil stays in the beaker or tray so you can easily examine filter or discard it e 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 e Cleaning solution in your tank needs to be changed less often Cleaning Solutions CAUTION A Do not use alcohol gasoline bleach mineral acids solutions with a flash point semi aqueous or combustible liquids in ultrasonic tanks or you will void the warranty Only
18. ts on Metals Pe e Sl Agent J Remover 1831 Etch attack cleaner 1220 attack General 1 none none slight none none none none Purpose 1220 attack 1852 stripper attack Free hydrogen may be released if solution comes in contact with reactive metals no effect if solution temperature is less than 140 F Troubleshooting lf your cleaner does not operate satisfactorily please check the tables below for possible causes before calling your authorized service center A Warning IDN High voltage inside dangerous shock hazard DO NOT attempt to disassemble or repair the cleaner What to do Cleaner will not ar Cleaner not plugged in properly Plug into functioning electrical outlet Rear power switch not in on position Press power switch ON Lose terminal Bad touch pad panel Digital timer Start button malfunctioning Call nearest authorized service center Replace with identical fuse or Call Blown fuse i service center nearest authorized Cleaner operates but does not heat Heater malfunction Call nearest authorized service center solution Mechanical Thermostat HEAT not set to ideal Turn heat ON Lose terminal or bad heater A Warning IDN High voltage inside dangerous shock hazard DO NOT attempt to disassemble or repair the cleaner What to do Cleaner operates but does not Malfunctioning heater or Pail nearaetauihoreed enice cerier maintain set temperature sensor co
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