====== Ultrasonic Cleaner  ======
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^ Status             | WORKING as 2017-07-21  |
^ Training           | NO                                             |
^ Hackable           | NO                                              |
^ Usage Restrictions | Open to all                                                 |
^ Owner              | Vancouver Hack Space                                         |
^ If it Breaks       | Turn off. Put a BROKEN sign on machine. Notify forums immediately. |
^ Loan Status        | Owned by VHS                  |
^ Arrival Date       | July 20, 2017                                               |
^ Location           | Top shelf H5 |
^ Value              | $350                                                     |
^ Champion           | See [[tool:compendium_of_champions|Compendium of Champions]]  |

===== Specifications =====

  * Powerful 300W Ultrasonic Cleaner
  * Large 6 Liters (1.58 gallon) stainless steel (SU304) tank
  * Tank size: 12.8" x 8.0" x 3.9". The longest item which can fit in is 13.4"
  * 2 Color LED display. 1-30 minutes full range timer for ultrasonic cleaning
  * 5 heating temperature settings from 40 degree C (104F) to 60 degree C (140F)

===== Examples of things you can clean =====

  * PCBs
  * Precision parts (bearings, gears, valves)
  * Tools
  * Lab items (glassware)
  * Electrical parts
  * Lenses and mirrors
  * Glasses
  * Bicycle components
  * Automotive parts

===== Modes of cleaning =====
==== Regular ====

Only tap water is needed

  - Add water to the cleaning take to the level between "MIN" and "MAX" lines and above area to be cleaned
  - Put the items to be cleaned inside the basket and put the basket inside the tank
  - Set temperature if needed and wait for liquid to reach set temperature.
  - Turn the main switch on.  Press TIME button to set the timer to 5-10 minutes.  Press On/Off button to start cleaning.

Note. Plastic basket absorbs about 30% of ultrasonic energy. Metal will absorb 8%.

==== Indirect Cleaning ====

You may use different cleaning fluids with this method.  ie.
* Alcohol for electrical parts
* Acetone to dissolve ink

  - Put items in separate container.  Use ultrasonic waves to penetrate the container to do the cleaning.
  - Put the item inside a container. Add proper fluid to submerge item.
  - Place the container in the tank directly.  Add water to a level between MIN and MAX.
  - Set temperature if needed, wait for liquid to hit set temperature
  - Press TIME button to set the timer to 10 minutes. Press On/Off button to start cleaning.  Ultrasonic waves will penetrate the container and clean the items.

== Selection of containers ==
  * Plastic container - These are soft and will absorb about 30% of the energy
  * Aluminum container - Absorb 20% of energy
  * Stainless steel container - Absorb 8% of energy

===== Precautions =====
  * ALWAYS use a to suspend your item to be cleaned above the stainless steel bottom.  Failure to do so will damage the basin
  * DO NOT operate the device before filling the tank. Doing so may damage the machine.
  * ONLY fill the machine between the MIN and MAX markings on the basin.
  * Do not use abrasive cleaning solution or strong corrosive chemicals.
  * If cleaning multiple parts simultaneously, keep parts away from each other.  If they touch, they may damage each other.

===== Clean-up and Storage =====
  * Rinse, drain, and wipe the reservoir dry.
  * Store the ultrasonic cleaner on a shelf in the paint and mess room.