Sonics VC50 AT (1990) - Manual (Page 6)

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PREPARATION FOR USE
1. Ensure that the AMPLITUDE is set to OFF .
2. Plug the electrical line cord into the electrical outlet.
3. 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.
4. If the converter / probe assembly is not already assembled; using the wrenches
provided, screw securely the probe into the converter.
5. 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 any other
portion of the converter / probe assembly.
6. Push in the 1/8” (3.2 mm) liquid carrying plastic tubing into the nozzle liquid inlet.
7. Connect the converter cable to the power supply.
CAUTION
Do not operate an Ultrasonic Atomizer that has been in a very cold or hot
environment for a prolonged period of time. Wait until it has reached room
temperature
CAUTION
Never place a washer between the probe and the converter.
Never apply grease to the mating surfaces or threads of the converter or microtip.
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. A tap of a hammer may be applied to the end of the wrench. Never attempt
to remove the probe by twisting the converter housing, as this may damage the
electrical connections within the housing.