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6.2 M Series
CAUTION General Warning
• Do not place parts or containers directly on the bottom of the tanks; use a
tray or wire to suspend items. Direct placement can cause the units to fail
• Do not allow the solution to drop more than 3/8 inch (1 cm) below the
operating level line with ultrasonics on
• Do not ever use alcohol, gasoline or flammable solutions. Doing so could
cause a fire or explosion. Use only water-based solutions
• Do not ever use mineral acids. These could damage the tank
Failure to comply with these cautions will void your warranty.
Table 6.1 Before you Begin
Step Action
1 Select your cleaning solution (refer to 4.5 Solution Effect on Metals).
2
Allowing for the volume of the parts you will be cleaning and leaving room
for cleaning solution, fill the tank with warm tap water to the operating
level line.
3 Add cleaning solution to the tank water.
4 Plug the unit into a grounded outlet.
5
For maximum efficiency, refer to 7.1 Optimizing Your Ultrasonic Bath”,
before proceeding.
NOTICE
If this is the first time you are running the unit, or if you have
changed cleaning solution, you must degas the solution. If not, skip
to 6.2.3 Cleaning Items (Treating Samples).”