Preparations for use – Sonics VCX134PB User Manual
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PREPARATION FOR USE
CAUTION
Do not operate an Ultrasonic Processor that has been in a very cold
or hot environment for a prolonged period of time. Wait until it has
reached room temperature.
1.
Plug the electrical line cord into the electrical outlet, if the unit is already on; depress
the key.
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2.
If the optional footswitch is used, insert the plug into the jack located on the rear
panel. Make sure that the plug is inserted forcefully all the way in.
3.
If the converter / probe assembly is not already assembled; using the wrenches
provided, screw securely the probe into the converter.
CAUTION
Never place a washer between the probe and the converter.
Never apply grease to the mating surfaces or threads of the
converter, probe, replaceable tip or microtip.
4.
Mount the converter / probe assembly in a laboratory stand, secure the clamp to the
upper section of the converter housing only. Do not secure the clamp to the probe.
5.
Connect the converter cable to the power supply.
NOTE
Should it become necessary to remove a probe, use the wrenches
supplied. If the probe has been attached to the converter for a long
period of time it might be necessary to use a vise. Be sure the vise has
soft jaws or other means to prevent scratching. Secure the wide
diameter portion of the probe in the jaws of the vise. Never grip the
converter in the vise. Using a wrench, twist the converter off the
probe. Should it become difficult to disconnect the probe from the
converter, tap the end of the wrench with a hammer, or for extra
torque, elongate the wrench by sliding the end of the wrench into a
pipe approximately 40” (1 m) long. Never attempt to remove the
probe by twisting the converter housing, as this may damage the
electrical connections within the housing.
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