Clifton SW 30 H Manual

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THE

Clifton

RANGE

Ultrasonic Baths
SW Series

Contents

1. Safety Warnings

2. Product Features

3. Delivery Volume

4. Technical Details

5. CE Conformity

6. Unit Description

7. Initial Operation/Putting Into Operation

8. Operation

9. Cleaning Process

10. Maintenance/Care/Repair

11. Putting Out of Operation

12. Portable Appliance Testing

13. Warranty

14. Manufacturers Contact Information

15. Accessories – Lids and Baskets

15. Accesories – Fluids

16. Spares

17 Declaration of Conformity

1. Safety warnings

Carefully read the safety warnings before you operate the unit.

The ultrasonic bath has been designed for treating

items in liquids

only.

The unit must be operated by instructed staff; observe and follow the operating instructions.

Risk of electrocution!

Connect the unit to a grounded shock proof socket only!
Do not open the unit!
For operation place the unit on a dry and stable work surface.
Do not immerse or rinse the unit with water.
Pull the mains plug out in case of any malfunction.

Risk of fire and explosion!

Do not operate the unit with flammable cleaning media!

Risk of damage to the transducer tank!

Do not put any acids (HCl, etc) or chlorides into the stainless-steel tank!
Do not place any items directly on the tank floor!

Risk of burning and scalding!

Tank, housing and cleaning liquid can heat up considerably, particularly if its heating!
In permanent operating mode temperatures exceeding 80 °C can be reached.

Avoid sound transmission

Do not reach inside the cleaning liquid or touch sound-carrying parts (tank, basket, cleaning items, etc.) during operation.

Noise emission!

Ultrasonic units can produce annoying sounds.
Wear personal ear protection devices when working close to an ultrasonic unit, which is operated without cover.
Emission data for operation with cover: < 70dBAU.

Exclusion of liability:

The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damages on persons, equipment or cleaning items caused by improper

use and non-observance of the Operating Instructions. The operator is responsible for the instruction of the operating staff.
For any queries please contact your supplier or Nickel-Electro Ltd.

2. Product features

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Transducer tank made of cavitation-proof stainless steel.

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Housing made of stainless steel, easy to keep hygienically clean.

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Sandwich performance transducer systems.

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Sweep function for the perfect sound field distribution in the cleaning liquid.

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Degas function for the efficient degassing of the cleaning liquid and for special laboratory applications.

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Auto-Degas function for an automatic degassing cycle, e.g. after freshly mixed cleaning liquid has been filled.

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Quick drain on the unit back.

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Heating, safe to run dry.

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Temperature-controlled ultrasonic cleaning process starts automatically when preset temperature is reached.

The cleaning liquid naturally mixes during heating up allowing a uniform temperature in the bath.

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Electronic controls.

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Indication of remaining cleaning time.

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Splashwater-proof operating panel.

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Plastic carrying handles.

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Automatic switch-off after 12 h operation (if no keys have been activated in this period) to prevent unintended permanent operation.

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Boost function for a power increase of the ultrasound by approx. 25 %.

3. Delivery volume

SW Ultrasonic cleaning unit

■

Mains cable

■

Drain tube socket

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Operating Instructions

4. Technical Details

Max. tank volume

(approx. litre)

Tank service

volume (approx.

Litre)

Tank internal

dimensions

W x D x H

(approx. mm)

Unit external

dimensions

W x D x H

(approx. mm)

Basket internal

dimensions

W x D x H

(approx. mm)

Weight (approx. kg)

SW 12 H

12.75

9.0

300x240x200

365x278x321

250x190x115

7.5

SW 30 H

28.00

20.6

505x300x200

568x340x321

455x250x115

11.0

SW 45 H

45.00

35.0

500x300x300

615x370x467

455x270x194

25.0

SW 90 H

90.00

75.0

600x500x300

715x570x467

545x450x250

42.0

Mains voltage
variants (Vac)

Ultrasonic

frequency (kHz)

Power consumption

total (W)

Ultrasonic power

effective (W)

Ultrasonic peak

max. (W)

Heating power (W)

SW 12 H

100-120
220-240

1000

200

800

SW 30 H

100-120
220-240

1500

300

1200

SW 45 H

200-240

2000

400

1600

SW 90 H

200-240

2800

800

3200

2000

5. CE Conformity

These units are in compliance with the CE marking criteria according to the EMC directive 89/336/EEC, and the low voltage directive 73/23/EEC.

6. Unit description

Operating panel for controlling the unit functions

Transducer tank

Plastic carrying handles for the safe transportation of the unit

Turning drain dial allows liquid emptying from the tank.
Indicators show position when drain is shut and open

Temperature
Temperature range 30° – 80°C, variable in 5 °C steps

LED indicator temperature

red during heating up, green when set temperature is reached or exceeded

Time. Settings: short-term operation: 1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 10; 15; 20; 25; 30 min.;
permanent operation

∞

for continuous operation.

The unit switches off automatically after 12 hours permanent operation.

LED indicator for remaining time

on/off

key for switching the unit on and off

on/off

LED

Press “Play and Stop” buttons: to start and stop ultrasonic operation.
Indicator illuminates.

Press “Degas” (manual and Auto-Degas – for the efficient degassing of the
cleaning liquid). Indicator illuminates.

Press “Sweep” function for the perfect sound field distribution in the
cleaning liquid. Indicator illuminates.

Press “Boost” function for an additional increase of the ultrasonic power by
approx. 25%. Indicator illuminates.

7. Initial operation / Putting into operation

7.1. How to fit the drain tube

1. Unscrew the closing plug (A); turn anti-clockwise.

2. Screw the supplied tube socket (B) clockwise

3. Connect ½“ bore tube of required length, not included.

Fasten the tube with hose clip.

7.2. How to connect the unit to the mains

Connect mains input socket with the mains lead set. The mains voltage
must correspond with the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the unit.

7.3. Filling the tank

1. Fill the tank up to 2/3.

Caution: Do not use any solvents or acids!

2. Add a suitable cleaning chemical; for the concentration follow the

instructions on the label.
Recommended cleaners: Decon or accessory SW products.

8. Operation

Intended action

What to do

Result

Unit switch on / off

Press

on/off

(I)

key.

Unit is ready for operation / unit is switched off.

Start ultrasonics – no heating

Set required cleaning time, turning dial for desired
cleaning time

(H)

. Press

►■

to start ultrasonic

activity.

(K)

Ultrasonic activity starts.

Start ultrasonics – heating

Set required cleaning time, turn dial for cleaning
time

(H).

Set required temperature.

(F)

Keep

►■

key

(K)

pressed (> 2 sec.)

Heating starts operating. Ultrasonics switches on
in intervals (mixing the liquid for even
temperature)..
As soon as the set temperature is reached the
ultrasonics start operating.
Cleaning indicator flashes, time runs back.

Interrupting ultrasonic operation

Turn knob for cleaning time

(H)

to “0“ or press

►■

key

(K).

Ultrasonic activity stops

Switch on heating

Set required temperature

(F).

Heating starts operating.

Switch off heating

Turn set temperature

(F)

to “0“ position.

Heating stops.

Switch on Sweep function

Set required cleaning timet

(H)

Press

►■

key

(K)

Press

sweep

key

(M)

Ultrasonic activity starts operating in sweep
mode

Switch off Sweep function

Press

sweep

key

(M)

Sweep function stops. Ultrasonic activity
continues operation in standard operating mode.

Switch on Degas function

Set required cleaning time

(H)

Press

►■

key

(K)

Press

degas

key

(L)

Ultrasonics operates in degas mode.

Switch off Degas funcion

Press

degas

key

(L)

Degas function stops.
Ultrasonic activity continues in standard
operating mode.

Switch on Auto-Degas function

Keep

degas

key

(L)

pressed (> 2 sec.)

Ultrasonics operates in Auto-Degas mode for 10
minutes and then switches off automatically.

Switch on Boost function

Set required cleaning time

(H)

Press

►■

key

(K)

Keep

boost

key

(N)

Ultrasonics operate in boost mode.

Switch off Boost function

Press

boost

key

(N)

Ultrasonics now in standard mode

Sweep, Degas, Boost cannot be operated at the same time

9. Cleaning Process

Observe general laboratory safety warnings!
Ultrasonic activity can damage sensitive surfaces over prolonged periods.

If necessary for the cleaning task at hand, pre-heat the liquid (in units with heating).

When the cleaning liquid has been freshly mixed switch on the Degas / Auto-Degas function for degassing the liquid (approx. 10 min).

Immerse the cleaning items into the cleaning liquid. Do not place any items or containers directly onto the tank floor.
Use either a cleaning basket, a beaker (filled with water + cleaning chemical) or hang the items into the liquid.

Set the cleaning time – switch on the ultrasound.

If required switch on the sweep function (for the intensive cleaning of large items and for robust surfaces).

Monitor the cleaning process: Check the cleaning result by visual inspection. Repeat the cleaning process if necessary.

Rinse the cleaned items after the cleaning and dry if necessary.

10. Maintenance / Care / Repair

Caution!

Pull the mains plug before you carry out any maintenance and care works! Do not put the unit under water!

For repair return the unit to your supplier or to the manufacturer.

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Electrical safety

: Regularly check the housing and the mains cable for damage to avoid electrical accidents.

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Care of transducer tank

: Lime deposits in the stainless-steel tank can be removed gently, e.g. by SW-C T 5 (operate the unit with water

+ concentrate). Do not use any scouring media!

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Care of housing

: Depending on their kind, contaminations can be removed with a mild household cleaner or decalcifier (wipe with wet

cloth).

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Disinfection

If the unit is operated in the medical and sanitary sector it is necessary to disinfect the transducer tank and the surfaces

regularly for hygienic purposes (standard surface disinfectants).

11. Putting out of operation and waste disposal

The unit and its components can be recycled.

12. Portable Appliance Testing

When testing, ensure testing is conduced by a qualified person.

13. Warranty

Our service engineers are fully trained in the assembly, calibration and servicing of all Clifton instrumentation.Products can
be returned to our comprehensively equipped service centre where a fast and efficient turnaround is guaranteed:

Service Department, Nickel Electro Limited, Oldmixon Crescent, Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset BS24 9BL, UK. Tel
+44 (0)1934 626691 Fax +44 (0)1934 630300.

14. Manufacturer’s Contact Address

Nickel-Electro Limited

Oldmixon Crescent
Weston-super-Mare
North Somerset
BS24 9BL
United Kingdom
Phone +44 (1934) 626691
Fax +44 (1934) 630300

sales@nickel-electro.co.uk

Steve.y@nickel-electro.co.uk

15. Accessories

LD-12

Flat One Piece Moulded Plastic Lid to suit 12 Litre Capacity Bath

LD-30

Flat One Piece Moulded Plastic Lid to suit 30 Litre Capacity Bath

LD-45

Flat One Piece Stainless steel Lid to suit 45 Litre Capacity Bath

LD-90

Flat One Piece Stainless steel Lid to suit 90 Litre Capacity Bath

BSK-12

Stainless Steel Wire Basket to suit 12 Litre Ultrasonic Bath

BSK-30

Stainless Steel Wire Basket to suit 30 Litre Ultrasonic Bath

BSK-45

Stainless Steel Wire Basket to suit 45 Litre Ultrasonic Bath

BSK-90

Stainless Steel Wire Basket to suit 90 Litre Ultrasonic Bath

SW-C L1 Acid foam-inhibited cleaning concentrate Removes aqueous cooling emulsions after mechanical treatment, light mineral

greases and oils, fingerprints, dust as well as deposited calcinations. Suitable for all surfaces made of metal (including
aluminium & aluminium alloys), glass, ceramic and plastic materials. 2.5 litres.

SW-C L2 Neutral foam-inhibited cleaning concentrate Removes grease and oil, fingerprints and dust as well as deposited lime soaps.

Suitable for all surfaces made of metal (including aluminium & light metal alloys), glass, ceramic, plastic and mineral
materials. 2.5 litres.

SW-C L3 Alkaline foam-inhibited cleaning concentrate Removes light greases and oils, paper labels and markings, calcinations and

lime soaps, fingerprints and dust. Suitable for surfaces made of glass, metal, ceramic and plastic materials. Check light
metals for compatibility before. 2.5 litres.

SW-C L4 Strong acid foam-inhibited cleaning concentrate Removes rust, lime, metal oxides, flux, mineral oils and greases, fingerprints

and dust. Suitable for surfaces made of metal, glass, ceramics, and plastics. 2.5 litres.

SW-C L5 Aqueous, surfactant-free, ammonia-containing cleaning concentrate

Removes light oils/greases, fingerprints, dust. Suitable

for surfactant-free cleaning of laboratory instruments made of glass. Especially for: outlet-calibrated volume measuring
vessels (pipettes, burettes, measuring cylinders), as well as laboratory instruments made of glass, stainless-steel, ceramics
and plastics used for the volumetric measuring analysis. Not suitable for aluminium. 2.5 litres.

16. Spares

100 086 Control PCB for SW30H

100 587 Control PCB for SW45H

100 059 Fuse for Control PCB

100 171 RFI Filter PCB

100 200 Fuse T15A for RFI Filter

EC Declaration of Conformity

We herewith confirm the following product:

SW Series of Industrial Ultrasonic Baths

Conforms with the requirements outlined by the following EU Directives:

Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)

EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)

We confirm the declaration:

Nickel Electro Limited

Oldmixon Crescent

Weston Super Mare

North Somerset BS24 9BL

United Kingdom

Tel: +44 1934 626691
Fax +44 1934 630300

Email:

Clifton@nickel-electro.co.uk

www.nickel-electro.co.uk

Conforms with the requirements of the following standards:

BS EN 61010:1

BS EN 61010:2.010

Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use

BS EN 61326

Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use – EMC requirements

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