SonoCheck User’s Guide

A. Periodic functional test

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The periodic functional test is performed quarterly or after repairs and for initial set-up. This test will check for uniform distribution of cavitation in the ultrasonic cleaner. Uniform distribution of ultrasonic cavitation within the bath will ensure that the ultrasonic cleaner is working to meet requirements and will allow safe performance of routine testing. In addition, the periodic functional test will assist in optimizing or fine-tuning the ultrasonic cleaning process to improve results if they are found to be unsatisfactory. Please refer to the SonoCheck troubleshooting guide. The periodic functional test is performed under normal conditions but in an empty ultrasonic basket. See illustrations to the right for placement locations for individual SonoChecks.

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B Routine test

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The routine test is performed daily or in each load to monitor effective generation of cavitation. Parameters such as: Water level, de-gassing, instrument load and energy supplied by the transducers can cause variations in the process that affect performance. Only routine testing will detect ultrasonic performance deterioration and prevent ineffective ultrasonic cleaning. The routine test is performed under normal conditions with a normal load of instruments. See illustrations to the right for placement locations for individual SonoChecks. Place the SonoChecks vials in between the instruments. Any previously identified weak spots can be monitored individually.

C Quality assurance

Use the functional log book and the routine log book to record your results

Repeat the functional test after each service and as a quarterly check.

When loading the ultrasonic cleaner, do not place instruments in blind spots and avoid placing critical instruments in weak spots.

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St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 PH 800-521-6224 Fax 586-774-6473

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