ULTRASONIC PERFORMANCE METER Models SONIC-200 / SONIC 250 User manual Version 1.3.1 38 Anderson St, THEBARTON SA 5031 AUSTRALIA Telephone (618) 8234 8398 Fax (618) 8234 8391 sales@soniclean.com.au www.soniclean.com.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INSTRUMENT CASE The instrument case is not waterproof and should not be immersed in water. If water enters the case the battery (and/or any external power source) should be removed immediately. The unit should then be returned to Soniclean for repair. There are no user serviceable parts inside the case. If maintenance or repair is required please send the complete instrument to an authorised Soniclean service centre.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction...................................................................................1 2. Description....................................................................................2 2.1. Sensing Probe........................................................................2 2.2. The meter unit.......................................................................3 2.3. Power sources........................................................................4 3. Operation......
Soniclean UPM User manual 1. Introduction The Ultrasonic Performance Meter models Sonic-200 and Sonic-250 (UPM) provides an indication of the performance of an ultrasonic cleaner. It measures the signal produced when cavitation bubbles implode on the probe's surface and therefore indicates how effective the ultrasonic cleaning action is. It is designed to replace the widely used foil test with a quick, clean testing procedure. Soniclean's Ultrasonic Performance Meter is easy to use.
Soniclean UPM User manual 2. Description The UPM comprises a sensing probe and the meter itself. 2.1. Sensing Probe The probe comprises a 400 mm long tube made from 316 stainless steel with a sensor housing (the probe head) at one end made from 304 stainless steel, making it resistant to most chemicals. A 560 mm cable connects the probe to the meter unit. The ultrasonic sensor at the end of the probe is isolated from the rest of the probe to increase accuracy and operator comfort.
Soniclean UPM User manual 2.2. The meter unit The UPM meter unit is housed in a small plastic box (68 mm wide, 130 mm tall, 25 mm thick). It contains the processing and display circuitry. Power can be supplied by an internal user-replaceable 9V battery or an usersupplied DC adapter. The UPM consumes between 5 mA and 70 mA while operating. The UPM is operating normally whenever the Power LED is lit. Normally this will occur whenever the pushbutton is pressed.
Soniclean UPM User manual face of the electronic case. On the upper side panel is a 1.6mm DC power socket for connection to an external 912V supply. 2.3. Power sources The UPM is powered by a standard 9V battery housed within the meter unit. Rechargeable batteries (Ni-MH or similar) can be used in the UPM. Alternatively one can use an external 9-12V DC power supply to power the unit. When such a supply is used the front panel pushbutton is disabled and the UPM will run continuously.
Soniclean UPM User manual 3. Operation The UPM is simple to use. The probe is lowered into the ultrasonic cleaner's tank and the ultrasonics are activated. The probe's head should be completely submerged. Pressing the central pushbutton on the meter unit will turn the UPM on. Performance measurements will be made on a continous basis until the button is released, at which point the unit will turn off.
Soniclean UPM User manual 4. Maintenance and servicing The internal 9V battery can be accessed from the rear of the meter unit by sliding the battery cover. The UPM is supplied with a single non-rechargeable battery; replacement of the battery when exhausted is the user's responsibility. Apart from the battery there are no user serviceable parts inside the probe or the meter. Attempting to open either the meter case or the probe will void the warranty and may cause irrepairable damage.
Soniclean UPM User manual Appendix A.
Soniclean UPM User manual Appendix B. Product Warranty The cavitation meter is covered by a limited warranty. The unit is waranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal installation, use and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment.
Soniclean UPM User manual Appendix C. Contacting Soniclean Soniclean Pty Ltd 38 Anderson St THEBARTON SA 5031 AUSTRALIA Telephone (618) 8234 8398 Fax (618) 8234 8391 sales@soniclean.com.au www.soniclean.com.
Soniclean UPM User manual Appendix D. Warranty forms WARRANTY (Keep for Own Records) Your Soniclean Ultrasonic Performance Meter (UPM) is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. We undertake to repair FREE OF CHARGE or exchange (at our discretion) any part found to be damaged due to a manufacturing fault.
Soniclean UPM User manual WARRANTY (Return to manufacturer) Your Soniclean Ultrasonic Performance Meter (UPM) is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. We undertake to repair FREE OF CHARGE or exchange (at our discretion) any part found to be damaged due to a manufacturing fault.
