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C6027205-01 

Issued February 2022 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Qi-Series 

Operator Instruction Manual 

Summary of Contents for Qi Series

Page 1: ...C6027205 01 Issued February 2022 Qi Series Operator Instruction Manual...

Page 2: ...10 Starting the cycle 15 Cycle abort modes 16 Cycle abort modes 17 Advanced menu 18 Ultrasonic cleaning detergents 24 Technical information 25 Specifications 26 Troubleshooting and Problem Solving 27...

Page 3: ...rasonic bath without an earth connected The Qi Series machines are rated at up to 1750W maximum The detachable mains leads are rated at 250V 6A for the Qi100 Qi200 Qi300 models and 250V 10A for the Qi...

Page 4: ...ve will not be responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect use of the equipment The user should apply to Ultrawave or its agent for advice on cleaning techniques or detergents IMPORTANT Once...

Page 5: ...ual 4 C6027205 Other Symbols Proper shipping orientation Keep dry Fragile Catalogue Number Date of Manufacture Serial Number Manufacturer Indicate the item is a medical device Country of manufacture U...

Page 6: ...the Qi Series close to a drain or sink to allow easy drainage of the tank Screw the hose tail connector into the drain valve located on the rear of the unit Connect one end of the drain hose to the ho...

Page 7: ...power on off switch at the rear of the unit The switch will then illuminate The Qi Series is operated through a menu driven control system The different keys perform the following functions KEY 1 Star...

Page 8: ...of the cycle remove the basket from the bath and rinse the items under clean running water REMEMBER Always ensure the liquid is above the level sensor when in operation Do not put hot water above 50...

Page 9: ...mperature set the message Temp OK will display The actual temperature in the bath will vary and may be different to the value shown in the screen above To immediately start the cycle using the already...

Page 10: ...on page 25 You will need to degas the liquid to ensure good cleaning efficacy By choosing YES your Qi Series ultrasonic bath will run an automatic de gas cycle The following screen will display The d...

Page 11: ...various changeable parameters press the MENU key when the following screen is displayed To scroll through the menu press the MENU key To exit the MENU at any time press the key Your Qi Series remembe...

Page 12: ...ic bath will only operate when the bath is full of liquid Please note that during normal operation ultrasonic energy will heat the cleaning liquid by up to 15 C per hour Your Qi Series ultrasonic bath...

Page 13: ...ously use the UP and DOWN keys to set the cycle time to 0 When the desired cycle time has been selected use the MENU key to move to the next screen Screen 3 Setting the power level Your Qi Series ultr...

Page 14: ...t turned on allowing you to run a degas cycle whenever a cleaning cycle is initiated Use the ON and OFF keys to select the required option See page 25 for the importance of degassing If you turn the d...

Page 15: ...ween a wider frequency range reducing standing waves and improving the cleaning action For different cleaning applications the operator can choose between Frequency LEAP and traditional ultrasonic act...

Page 16: ...begin the cleaning cycle When the Qi Series is in operation the following screen will display This screen is only an example The actual time and temperature shown will be the time as set by the operat...

Page 17: ...ensor is set to ON see page 22 and the liquid drops below the required level during operation the cleaning cycle will stop and the following screen will be displayed The Qi Series will not operate aga...

Page 18: ...llowing screen will be displayed If the internal heater exceeds its allowed maximum temperature the following screen will be displayed If the unit overheats due to prolonged use the following message...

Page 19: ...ld Keys 3 and 4 together The following screen will then appear To scroll through the settings available in the Advanced Menu press the MENU key You may exit the Advanced Menu at any time by pressing t...

Page 20: ...n above shows that the bath has been in use for a total of 2 days 5 hours and 27 minutes Screen 3 Clock The Qi Series is fitted with a real time clock This is factory set to the correct time and date...

Page 21: ...e when the sonics are not running The Qi Series can be set to save power when not in use Setting Low Power to ON means that after five minutes of inactivity the Qi Series ultrasonic bath will enter it...

Page 22: ...isabled for specialist cleaning applications where deionised DI water is used Use the ON and OFF keys to set the Low Level function When the desired option is selected use the MENU key to move to the...

Page 23: ...refore the operator s responsibility to ensure that the tank is filled with sufficient water when the liquid level sensor is disabled If the Qi Series ultrasonic bath operates with insufficient liquid...

Page 24: ...ater and the ultrasonic generator will turn on irrespective of any other programmed settings You will then be sure that the Qi Series ultrasonic bath is operating in the mode required for accurate por...

Page 25: ...eneral purpose cleaning detergent for aluminium and other soft metals Ultraclean CS For removal of moderate oil grease and other contaminants except aluminium and other soft metals Ultraclean CBX A he...

Page 26: ...is immediately useable and will run the cleaning cycle The effect of heat Heating the liquid in the bath will aid the cleaning process Normally a temperature of between 30 to 60 C is sufficient to acc...

Page 27: ...only Mains supply 230V 50Hz Pollution degree 2 Installation category II Note Mains supply voltage fluctuations are not to exceed 10 of the nominal supply voltage Ultrasonic frequency 32 to 38kHz Freq...

Page 28: ...in the advanced menu see page 21 The screen displays Sonics Low The Qi Series is fitted with an ultrasonic power detector which monitors the ultrasonic activity in the bath during a cleaning cycle If...

Page 29: ...p The Qi Series has detected that the internal water heater has exceeded its allowed maximum temperature Please allow the liquid to cool or drain some fluid and replace with cooler liquid The screen d...

Page 30: ...tions should be decontaminated packaged in accordance with MHRA guideline document DB2003 5 Management of Medical Devices prior to Repair Service or Investigation This can be found at www mhra gov uk...

Page 31: ...an abrasive causing wear on the metal surface In extreme cases the bath will develop holes and start to leak Portable Appliance Testing should be conducted with water in the bath Service Ultrawave rec...

Page 32: ...caused by misuse non observance of maintenance service or connection instructions damage caused by the use of toxic flammable acidic caustic or corrosive chemicals or liquids not recommended by Ultraw...

Page 33: ...h information and training is now 80 decibels There is also an exposure limit value of 87 decibels taking account of any reduction in exposure provided by hearing protection above which workers must n...

Page 34: ...onducting the service There are no user serviceable parts inside All service and repair should be referred to qualified Ultrawave engineers only Date Cycle count Engineer Details Next service due Date...

Page 35: ...C6027205 01 Issued February 2022 Ultrawave Ltd Eastgate Business Park Wentloog Avenue Cardiff CF3 2EY UK www ultrawave co uk Tel 44 0 29 2083 7337 sales ultrawave co uk GB...

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