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General| Type | Ultrasonic Liquid Processor |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 20 kHz |
| Model | XL2020 |
| Pulse Mode | Yes |
| Dimensions | 30.5 x 38 x 23 cm |
Crucial safety guidelines covering high voltage, electrical connections, grounding, and environmental hazards.
Procedures for inspecting the unit upon arrival and checking for transit damage.
Details on the necessary voltage, phase, and frequency for unit operation.
Guidelines for locating the generator in a suitable environment, considering ventilation.
Visual identification of all components included with the ultrasonic processor.
Technical data for the generator unit, including voltage, current, weight, and dimensions.
Technical data for the convertor and standard horn, including weight, dimensions, and materials.
Details on environmental operating conditions and accessory usage guidelines.
Description of the generator unit, including controls, power cord, and connectors.
Details on the microprocessor, digital timer, and pulsar timer for the XL2020 model.
Details on the pulsar timer and overload indicator for the XL2015 model.
Explanation of the convertor's housing, driver, and high-frequency cable connector.
Description of the horn's resonant body, tip, and attachment options for accessories.
Information about the flat tips, their function, erosion, and replacement.
Detailed explanation of each control and indicator for the XL2020 model.
Diagram illustrating the controls and indicators for the XL2020 model.
Explanation of controls and indicators specific to the XL2010 and XL2015 models.
Diagram illustrating the controls and indicators for the XL2010 and XL2015 models.
Steps for preparing the unit before operation, including warm-up and power connection.
Illustrates the correct and incorrect methods for mounting the convertor.
Instructions for attaching and removing horns, tips, and microtips using specific tools.
Illustrations showing the correct procedure for removing and attaching horns, tips, and microtips.
Step-by-step guide for tuning the XL2020 generator with probes and horns.
Step-by-step guide for tuning the XL2010 and XL2015 generators with probes and horns.
Specific tuning instructions for microtips and extenders.
Tuning procedures for cup horns and tray horns, with specific notes on liquid levels.
Description of the function of each key on the XL2020 keypad.
Instructions for operating the Sonicator in continuous mode, including start, interrupt, and stop.
Detailed steps for programming and operating the unit in timer-only mode.
Instructions for setting up and running the unit using the Pulsar™ mode.
Steps for programming and operating the unit in combined Timer and Pulsar™ mode.
How to store, review, and recall up to 10 set-up programs in memory.
Detailed instructions for installing the Cup Horn, including splash shield and fittings.
Guidance on operating the Cup Horn, vessel selection, and output power settings.
Maintenance advice for the cup and horn, and introduction to the continuous flow cell.
Detailed installation steps for Stainless Steel Continuous Flow Cell models.
Essential precautions for operating the Microtip™ to ensure longevity and prevent damage.
Description of the Stepped Microtip™, its components, and applications.
Information on using Extender Tips, their limitations, and the need for tuning.
Description of sapphire tipped horns, their properties, care, and potential issues.
Diagrams showing the assembly of the Sonabox for standard horns and cup horn use.
Description of Dual Horn and Tray Horn accessories for simultaneous or microplate processing.
Procedure to follow when the overload indicator is activated and output is disabled.
A table listing common symptoms, possible causes, and remedial actions for system issues.
Routine inspection of the unit, cables, and connectors for wear and damage.
Guidelines for cleaning the generator, convertor, horns, and probes using appropriate solutions.
Methods for sterilizing and caring for probe tips, including handling precautions and erosion.
Explanation of how ultrasonic energy is converted and applied, including cavitation.
Techniques for processing tissue samples, including preparation and sample handling.
Methods for processing challenging cells, including enzyme use and glass bead addition.
Guidance on the correct immersion depth for probes based on horn size and intensity.
Strategies to prevent or manage foaming and aerosoling during sonication.
Information on the viscosity limits for effective sonication of liquids.
Methods to manage temperature elevation during intense ultrasonic processing.
Discussion on free radical formation and methods to avoid it, such as CO2 atmosphere.
Details on the two-year warranty for the generator and convertor.
Information on the two-year warranty for horns, tips, and microtips.
Conditions under which the warranty does not apply, such as misuse or normal wear.
Steps for requesting repairs, obtaining RMA numbers, and shipping equipment.
Certification requirement for returned materials to be free of hazardous matter.
List of available bibliographies on ultrasonic liquid processing topics.
List of available application notes detailing specific uses and techniques.
Listing of published papers and technical notes related to ultrasonic probe technology.
List of technical bulletins and instructions for mailing literature requests.
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