Sonics VC602 - Manual (Page 7)

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PREPARATION FOR USE
1. Ensure that the POWER SWITCH 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, check for cleanliness the
mating surface of the converter and probe or stepped microtip (consisting of coupler
and stepped tip), and using the wrenches provided, screw them securely to the
converter.
5. To attach a tapered microtip or extender to a probe, remove the replaceable tip from
the ½” (13mm) probe, and using the wrenches provided, screw them securely to the
probe.
6. Mount the converter / probe assembly in a laboratory stand. Secure the clamp to the
2½” (63mm) diameter converter housing only. Do not secure the clamp to the probe.
7. Connect the converter cable to the left converter connector. With a dual output 600
watt Ultrasonic Processor, if two converters are going to be used simultaneously, do
not connect the second converter at this time.
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
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.
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.