Operation Manual______________________________________________________________Maintenance
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11. MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
It is recommended to periodically inspect the unit, both visually and physically, to insure
optimum and safe performance. This inspection should be scheduled as a routine
maintenance procedure, done with the SONICATOR
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in the OFF position, and with the unit
unplugged from the AC power source.
Long exposure to acids or caustics results in corrosion of metal parts or components.
Check the rear of the generator, convertor, and cables for any signs of rust or discoloration.
If discoloration is found, move the SONICATOR
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away from the source of the contaminant.
Examine the condition of the high voltage cable which attaches the convertor to the
generator. Inspect the wire insulation for damage, such as wear, burning from hot plate
contact or breakage from extended use or rough handling.
Inspect the cable connectors by gently pulling on the wire while holding the metal portion of
the connector. The cable connectors and rubber boot protectors at both ends of the cable
should be tight to the wire, with no movement possible and no cracks or frayed ends visible.
Do not subject the cable ends to severe bending loads while performing these tests. Order
a replacement cable immediately if your cable does not pass the above inspection. Should
the convertor/cable assembly be subjected to misuse, such as dropping or a severe pulling
force on the wire itself, the cable must be inspected as above.
DO NOT USE A CABLE WITH BROKEN END CONNECTIONS, EXPOSED WIRES OR
FRAYED INSULATION. HIGH VOLTAGE IS PRESENT IN THE CABLE AND MAY POSE
A SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT TOUCH THE CONVERTOR ASSEMBLY UNTIL THE
POWER SWITCH OF THE GENERATOR IS OFF AND THE UNIT IS UNPLUGGED.
In general use, the cable assembly should not be used to carry the convertor or pull it
toward the user. Make certain the cable always has slack and is never tensioned. Move the
generator or convertor assembly closer to one another to accomplish this. If this is not
possible, contact Misonix to obtain a longer cable.
Should the SONICATOR
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stop functioning or if it cannot be tuned, shut the unit off and
inspect the cable as above BEFORE any other action is taken.
If the operator is in doubt as to the condition of the unit, call 800-645-9846 to speak with a
customer service representative for prompt attention.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
The generator and convertor may be cleaned using an acid-free cleaning solution (i.e. glass
cleaner). Horns and probes should be cleaned using isopropyl alcohol.
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