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AFA ultraCUBE User Manual 

 

Warranty 

When used in accordance with written instruction and under normal operating conditions, the Covaris 
instruments are guaranteed to be free of defects in MATERIAL and WORKMANSHIP for one (1) year from 
the date of original delivery.  Any component which proves defective during the stated period will be repaired 
free of charge or replaced at the sole discretion of Covaris, F.O.B., Woburn, Massachusetts, provided the 
defective component is returned properly packaged with all transportation charges prepaid.  The customer is 
expected to perform basic diagnostics and component replacement with telephone support from Covaris 
personnel.  If Covaris personnel are required to perform on-site repair, all travel costs are paid by the 
customer.  A limited warranty as specified may apply to certain components of the equipment. 

Warranty Exceptions 

This warranty is void if failure of the software or hardware has resulted from accidents, abuse, improper 
maintenance, or repair, or misapplication by the customer.  It is also void if damage is caused by any 
unauthorized attachments or if modifications are made to the equipment.  Removing or tampering with the 
Safety Enclosure will void the warranty, and the customer will assume all liabilities.  

This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable. 

CONTACT COVARIS, INC.  SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS EQUIPMENT. 

Warranty Services 

The purchased equipment is covered by a twelve (12) month warranty which includes all the service and 
support necessary so that the customer can operate the equipment successfully.  Extended warranties are 
available at the end of the original 12 month warranty period.   

Services included with the original purchase of the system are: 

 

Installation and Training

 

– Setup and installation of the equipment and operator training can be purchased 

at time of initial acquisition of the equipment.  Both will be performed by a qualified Covaris service 
representative.  One half day will be scheduled to perform the installation and on-site training.   

 

The operators’ training will include valuable hands-on time with the equipment.  

 

Preventative maintenance and troubleshooting tips will also be covered. 

Technical Support

 

– On-going assistance with the operation or application of the equipment and/or 

troubleshooting is provided via:  

 

Telephone  

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United States:  Tel:  +1 781 932 3959 during the hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm, 
Monday through Friday, Eastern Standard Time (EST), Greenwich Mean 
Time (GMT-05:00)    

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Europe:  Tel:  44 (0) 845 872 0100, during the hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm, 
Monday through Friday, Greenwich Mean Time 

 

E-mail queries to techsupport@covarisinc.com or applicationsupport@covarisinc.com 

 

Parts Replacement

 

– Replacement of parts (excluding consumables) for normal operation of equipment are 

provided on a priority basis.  Shipping charges are included.  Failure due to accident, abuse, or improper 
operation is not covered.   

 

 

Summary of Contents for AFA ultraCUBE

Page 1: ...traCUBE User Manual 1 AFA ultraCUBE Water Management System USER MANUAL A system developed for maintaining bath water quality in Covaris AFA instrumentation Product Name AFA ultraCUBE Product Number 5...

Page 2: ...NIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS Universal Precautions should be followed on all specimen samples regardless of whether a sample is known to contain an infectious agent Laboratories handling specimen samples are...

Page 3: ...D YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS EQUIPMENT Warranty Services The purchased equipment is covered by a twelve 12 month warranty which includes all the service and support necessary so that the c...

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Page 5: ...ENTS 1 0 INTRODUCTION 6 2 0 ultraCUBE Installation and Setup 10 3 0 Indicators and Controls 12 4 0 System Operation 14 5 0 Specifications 15 6 0 Service 16 Appendix B User Guidelines and Troubleshooti...

Page 6: ...enience if disregarded CAUTION Equipment damage may occur WARNING Personal injury may occur 1 2 Safety Symbols and Warnings The following symbols are employed in product labeling and in this manual Wh...

Page 7: ...T operate the equipment and contact Covaris immediately 8 If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Do not remove...

Page 8: ...cally switch between chilling heating mode and standby mode in which water continues to circulate through the WCS to maintain water quality without the energy consumption required for cooling System C...

Page 9: ...continuously maintaining water quality and relieving the need for daily water changes in Covaris Adaptive Focused Acoustics AFA systems Figure 1 The Covaris Water Conditioning System The WCS 2 0 incor...

Page 10: ...ermoCube manual on CD Setup Refer to Appendix A of this manual to install the quartz tube and UV lamp into the WCS 2 0 Place the WCS 2 0 and the CH05 on the bench next to the Ultrasonicator They may b...

Page 11: ...AFA ultraCUBE User Manual 11...

Page 12: ...or 60 Hz NOTE The WCS 2 0 unit is shipped with the UV chamber quartz tube and UV lamp not installed Install these items before powering the unit or using it in any way See Appendix A for UV lamp and...

Page 13: ...ractical after the MAINTENANCE indicator illuminates The indicator is shut off by pressing an internal RESET button once replacement is performed Please see Appendix A for UV lamp and filter replaceme...

Page 14: ...is is normal and the turbulence subsides once the WCS 2 0 fills with water The CH05 and WCS 2 0 system when operating will automatically circulate bath water filter it and retard the growth of algae o...

Page 15: ...gh 33 cm 13 inches deep 28 cm 11 inches wide and 33 cm 13 inches high Weight Approximately 4 5 kilograms 10 lbs Approximately 12 7 kilograms 28 lbs Ambient Temp 19 C to 25 C 66 F to 77 C 0 C to 40 C 3...

Page 16: ...ice covarisinc com CAUTION PREPARING THE WCS 2 0 FOR SHIPMENT PURGE THE WCS 2 0 OF WATER AND REMOVE THE UV LAMP QUARTZ TUBE Please purge the WCS 2 0 of standing water prior to return shipment particul...

Page 17: ...2 0 500575 LE Series CH05 Hose Repair Kit 500576 LE Series WCS 2 0 Hose Repair Kit Quartz Tube Installation or Replacement The Ultraviolet UV chamber consists of the outer chamber in which a quartz tu...

Page 18: ...and draw it out of the UV chamber by gently pulling upward There are two O rings which will likely come out with the tube If the quartz tube is being installed for the first time the two O rings will...

Page 19: ...the water filter UV Lamp Enclosure Cap and Cable 5 Gently pull on the cable to withdraw the lamp socket from the enclosure If a lamp is already installed in the enclosure it will be drawn out with th...

Page 20: ...ocessing of infectious or hazardous biological samples laboratory gloves should be worn and the used filter cartridge treated as biohazard waste in case any biological sample accidentally entered the...

Page 21: ...ideways to release the fitting Repeat for the upper fitting The quick release fittings will seal and prevent water from draining from the cartridge or tubing 3 Pull on the used filter cartridge to rem...

Page 22: ...ensure there are no water leaks 7 Once the system is verified to be operating correctly press and hold the RESET button located on the side of the electronics enclosure for about 5 seconds This action...

Page 23: ...fittings No operation no power No 12V supply to the WCS 2 0 Verify that power pack is plugged into AC wall power and connected to the 12V jack on the rear panel of the WCS 2 0 MAINTENANCE indicator is...

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