Sonics VC600 Dual User Manual Page 1

1USER’S GUIDE HIGH INTENSITY ULTRASONIC PROCESSOR Microprocessor Controlled 300-Watt Model ? 375-Watt Model 600-Watt Model 600-Watt Model Dual Ou

10 TUNING Tuning optimizes performance and insures maximum transfer of energy by matching the frequency of the power supply to that of converter

11 4. Set POWER SWITCH to ON. The switch will illuminate. 5. Momentarily depress TUNE SWITCH and rotate the tuner clockwise or counterclockwise un

12 USING THE ULTRASONIC PROCESSOR The speed control on an automobile, can, to a certain extent, be compared to an Ultrasonic Processor. The

13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Ensure that the power supply is properly tuned. Tuning optimizes performance and insures maximum transfer of energy

14 SECTION IV – SERVICE INFORMATION Your Ultrasonic Processor was designed to provide you with years of safe and dependable service. Neverth

15 RETURN OF EQUIPMENT It is suggested that an Ultrasonic Processor in need of repair be sent back to the factory. In order to receive prompt se

16 SECTION V - OPERATING SUGGESTIONS AND TECHNIQUES DISRUPTING CELLS The disruption of cells is an important stage in the isolation and preparati

17 Microorganisms differ greatly in their sensitivity to ultrasonic disintegration. For example, the most readily disintegrated are the rod-like for

18 If enzymes cannot be used, the following procedures should be considered: Freezing the sample at -70?C overnight, then thawing it in water immedi

19 zymolase, glucalase and / or lyticase to produce spheroplasts that are readily lysed may also be useful. To disrupt filamentous fungi, scrape th

2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE EQUIPMENT Your Ultrasonic Processor has been designed with safety in mind. However, no de

20 Various methods can be used to measure the efficiency of the disruption. For example, a visual count can be made using a microscope. For greater

21 To inhibit sample loss in test tube due to sticking, siliconize the test tube as follows: Wash and dry the test tube thoroughly, coat with silico

3 CAUTION LOW SURFACE TENSION LIQUIDS – ORGANIC SOLVENTS The probes (solid or with a replaceable tip) are tuned elements that resonate at a specif

4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The Ultrasonic Processor requires a fused, single phrase 3-terminal grounding type electrical outlet capable of supplyin

5 SECTION II – OPERATION PRINCIPLES OF ULTRASONIC DISRUPTION The ultrasonic power supply converts 50/60 Hz line voltage to high frequency electri

6 FUNCTIONS OF KEYS, CONTROLS, INDICATIONS, AND CONNECTORS FRONT PANEL POWER MONITOR (METER) Indicates the percentage of maximum

7PREPARATION FOR USE 1. Ensure that the POWER SWITCH is set to OFF. 2. Plug the electrical line cord into the electrical outlet. 3. If the opti

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9 No DESCRIPTION Order Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Converter Model CV17 Four element coupler Stepped microtip