Ultrasonic Cleaner B200 - Manual PDF

Ultrasonic Cleaning
Ultrasonic cleaning is a fast,

safe way of cleaning thats
been used by laboratories,
dentists, jewelers, and industry
for years. And now, with this
unit you can take advantage
of ultrasonic cleaning for many
small, difficult to clean items.
How it works:
How to use this Ultrasonic Cleaner

To set up:
1. Be sure the ultrasonic cleaner is unplugged. Always
unplug the unit before filling or emptying
2. Fill the tank to within 1/2 of the top edge with warm
water. Be sure to leave room for your chemistry and
parts. The liquid level should not be allowed to drop
below 1 1/2 from the tank bottom
3. Plug the cleaner into an appropriate outlet. This would
be 110-120 volts in the U.S. and 220 volts in Europe.
Check the label on your unit and use only that voltage.
4. Press the on switch (+) and allow the cleaner to run for
several minutes to drive excess gas from the solution.
To clean parts:
The ultrasonic cleaner uses high frequency sound waves
to create literally millions of tiny, microscopic bubbles in
the solution. These bubbles expand and then rapidly
collapse. As they collapse, they release a significant
amount of energy creating an intense scrubbing action
which is effective on visible surfaces as well as small
crevices and even blind holes. Dirt can be loosened and
removed from any surface that the liquid touches. This
action, called cavitation, occurs thousands of times every
second to quickly produce clean parts.
Cleaning Solutions
1. Place objects to be cleaned in the plastic basket. Items

should not be placed directly on the tank bottom.
2. Suspend the basket in the cleaning solution. Cleaning is
usually complete in 30 seconds to 2 minutes depending
on the type and amount of soil. The cleaner automatically
shuts off after 5 minutes. The unit can be shut off during
the cleaning cycle by pressing the off switch (-). The
cycle can be rerun by pressing on (+) again.
3. Rinse parts under running tap water and dry if necessary.
Cleaning Solutions
What to look for:
How to use them:
There are two basic types of cleaning solutions; aqueous,

which are based on water and solvents, which are more
volatile and often flammable. This ultrasonic unit is
designed to operate only with aqueous solutions. Solvents
or flammable solutions should never be used in the
ultrasonic cleaner.
Each manufacturer includes directions for using their

chemistry on associated packaging. Follow the
manufacturers directions.
Aqueous solutions come in two general types, acidic and

alkaline or basic. These are available in many generally
available commercial formulations designed for specific
applications. Both can be used in your cleaner, which has
a stainless steel tank, if they are not too strong. Ultrasonics
can intensify chemical activity and some aggressive
solutions may attack the stainless steel. A sign that this is
happening will be the appearance of rough gray spots or
pitting. If you should see this, discontinue use of that
solution immediately and rinse the tank with fresh water.
Cleaning solutions have to be degassed to work

effectively with ultrasonics. This is a process whereby
disolved gases are expelled from the solutions. The
ultrasonics will perform this task during the first several
minutes of operation after the tank has been filled. You
may note a different sound as the cleaner drives out the
gas and begins to function efficiently. This process can
be accelerated by filling the tank with warm water (120-140
degrees F) on startup. The cleaner and generally the
solution will perform better at this slightly elevated
temperature.
Cleaning solutions should be changed regularly as they
can lose their effectiveness over time. Dirty solutions will
re-deposit soils on the parts and can coat the tank bottom
limiting ultrasonic activity.
To be safe:
1. When cleaning items for the first
time, test one piece before cleaning
the rest.
2. Be sure that the cleaning solution
you use is compatible with the
stainless steel cleaner tank.
3. Follow instructions and precautions
recommended by the cleaning
solution manufacturer.
4. Avoid contact with solutions and
provide adequate ventilation.
5. To avoid possible discomfort, do not
put fingers into the tank while the
ultrasonic cleaner is operating.
6. Never use solvents or flammable
liquids in the ultrasonic cleaner.
7. If you clean items with movable
parts, you should consider re-oiling
immediately after cleaning.
8. Do not operate the cleaner without
liquid in the tank.
9. It is normal for your cleaner to
become warm after 10-15 minutes
of continuous operation
What it will clean:

Due to the nature of ultrasonic cleaning you will find it very
effective when used on hard materials such as metals,
glass, stone, ceramic, and even dense, hard plastics. When
used to clean these types of hard materials your ultrasonic
cleaner can remove a great number of different types of
soil. These can include such things as dust, dirt, oils, many
light greases, tarnish, even solder paste. It is particularly
useful in laboratories for removing chemical or protein
residues from intricate or complex labware and instruments.
It will also do an excellent job on jewelry with hard natural
stones like saphires, garnets, rubies, diamonds, etc.
What it will not clean:

Ultrasonics relies on the impact of cavitation bubbles
against a hard surface to erode away the soils. For that
reason, it is not very effective for cleaning soft materials
like rubber, cloth, fiberous products, styrofoam, or products
with similar properties. These materials will absorb the
sound and little energy will be left for soil removal. It is
also necessary to exercise care when cleaning jewelry.
Soft stones like pearls and opals should not be cleaned
ultrasonically as cracking or discoloration may occur.
Limited Warranty
BRANSON ULTRASONICS warrants this ultrasonic cleaner
to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of two years from date of sale. BRANSONs liability
under this warranty is limited solely to repairing, or, at
BRANSONs option, replacing those products included
within the warranty which are deemed defective and
returned to BRANSON within the applicable warranty period, shipping charges prepaid. This warranty shall not
apply to any product which has been subjected to misuse,
negligence, accident, or has been improperly installed, misapplied, modified, or repaired by unauthorized persons.
ULTRASONIC
CLEANER
Inspection: Buyer shall inspect the product upon receipt.

The buyer shall notify BRANSON in writing of any claims of
defects in material and workmanship within 30 days.
Failure to make such a claim shall be considered a waiver
of right to claim.
Disclaimer: The provisions stated herein are BRANSONs
sole obligation and specifically exclude all other remedies
or warranties, expressed or implied including those related
to merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Limitations: BRANSON shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, losses, or
expenses. Any action relative to this warranty must be initiated within one year of purchase.
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Ultrasonic Cleaning

Ultrasonic cleaning is a fast,

How to use this Ultrasonic Cleaner

1. Place objects to be cleaned in the plastic basket. Items

What to look for:

How to use them:

There are two basic types of cleaning solutions; aqueous,

Each manufacturer includes directions for using their

Aqueous solutions come in two general types, acidic and

Cleaning solutions have to be degassed to work

What it will clean:

What it will not clean:

Inspection: Buyer shall inspect the product upon receipt.

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