BANDELIN Sonorex Digitec DT 510 F, User Instructions

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 Cleaning and maintenance of the ultrasonic bath  

To achieve an optimum lifespan for the ultrasonic bath,  cleaning and  maintenance are to be 
conducted regularly.

CAUTION ! 

Disconnect the ultrasonic bath from the mains before  cleaning / maintenance.

Do not rinse or immerse the ultrasonic bath in water, and do not expose it to splash water. 

The guarantee will not apply to damages caused by the use of unsuitable disinfection 
agents or detergents. 

5.1  

Cleaning and  care  

Oscillating tank

The oscillating tank of an ultrasonic bath is a wear part. 
It is continuously exposed to cavitation during  ultrasound operation. 
Dirt particles contained in the  bath 

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movement of the 

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•  Rinse the oscillating tank with water thoroughly and frequently and dry using a soft cloth.
•  Regularly remove residue from the edges of the oscillating tank using a commercial stainless 

steel cleaning product without any abrasive additives. 

•  Do not use steel wool, scrapers or graters for  cleaning /  maintenance.
•  Rust particles from the water pipe system can penetrate the passive protective layer of the 

stainless steel, "activating" the stainless steel and making it begin to rust. The extraneous 
rust produces localised corrosion of the stainless steel. For this reason, remove rust stains 
immediately using a soft cloth and a commercial stainless steel cleaning product without 
abrasive additives.

Housing

•  Do not use any abrasive cleaners, only commercial care products without abrasive additives.
•  Housing is to be wiped off only from the outside with a moist cloth; afterwards, allow to dry alone 

or wipe dry.

5.2  

Disinfection for medical applications  

If  disinfection of the ultrasonic bath is not performed correctly or regularly, there is a risk of 
microorganisms colonising the device and causing microbiological contamination, particularly on 
the rim of the bath and around the out

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the baths and surfaces of the device must be disinfected and cleaned regularly. The  disinfection 
should be performed regularly by the operator in accordance with the hygiene plan and using a 
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 or effective surface disinfectant. 

Accessories such as holders and baskets should be processed regularly in a cleaning and 
disinfection unit.

5.3 

Warehousing / storing  

During long periods of non-use, the ultrasonic bath is to be stored in a cool, dry location.  

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