Power Requirements Operating Frequency (transducer) SPECIFICATIONS 105-130 VAC, 60 Hz, 100 watts maximum. beens Approximately 41 kHz. Operating Temperature. . see e sees ss OCt050%C. Timer 00 5 minutes (adjustable). Timer Accuracy 410% of full scale after calibration at 25°C. Tray Si ‘Approximately 6" long by 4” wide by 2-3/8" deep. (1” solution equals approximately 1-3/4 cups.) Overall Sie. ee eer 11" long by &:3/4” wide by 3-1/16” high. Weight oo ee ee ocr 2.5 Ibs. ‘The Heath Company reserves the right to discontinue new products and to change specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to incorporate new features in products previously sold.Page 21 THEORY OF OPERATION For maximum electrical to mechanical conversion, the frequency of the electrical signal must be the same as the resonant frequeney of the transducer. The electronic circuit produces a 41 kHz signal which is amplified and fed to a (41 kHz) lead-titanatezirconate transducer. This transducer converts the electrical signal into ‘a mechanical motion by the expansion and contraction of the transducer. This motion is coupled to the cleaner tank ‘through the epoxy bond. ‘The motion of the tank creates presure variations in the cleaning solution which produces microscopic bubbles ) These tiny bubbles grow and collapse in an action called cavitation, This cavitation causes high instantaneous presures which force the cleaning solution through the contaminants s they can be dissolved. ‘The cavitation bubbles are provided by nuclei which are the contaminants and form under and around the contami rants. This is why ultrasonic cleaning is so effective. The cleaning action happens where it is needed the most. A dirty solution is ineffective since the cavitation takes place ‘throughout the solution rather than concentrating on the item being cleaned. There are many factors pertaining to the solution that can affect cavitation. Some of these -are: the temperature, surface tension, viscosity, and depth of the solution. Also the amount of dissolved gases in the solution can affect cleaning action. Be sure to read the “Operation” section concerning “The Cleaning Solution.”” CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION Four electronic circuits; power supply, timing, switch, and ‘oscilator; make up the Ultrasonic Cleaner. Power Supply ‘The AC line voltage is rectified by diodes D1, 02, D3, and D4, This provides @ full wave rectified voltage to drive the oscillator circuit. Resistor R1, capacitor C1, and zener diode 9 DS, form a filter circuit that supplies 12 volts DC to the timer ciccuit Timing and Control Circuit Resistor R2 and capacitor C2 form a timing circuit that determines how long the timing circuit will operate. Resistor R2 is adjustable and can be set-for the correct operating time from the front of the Cleaner. When the unit is turned on, current flows through resistor R2 and charges capacitor C2 to a point where this charge causes O1 to conduct. This in turn causes Q2 to conduct, latching the circuit on. As transistor Q2 conducts, it causes transistor 3 to conduct, which in turn reduces the base voltage on Q4 and causes it to turn off. Oscillator Transistor 04 and its associated circuitry form an oscillator circuit. The signal out of this circuit is stepped up across ‘transformer T1 and then coupled to a tuned circuit ‘comprised of coil L3, capacitor C6, and the transducer. This circuit is tuned to the resonant frequency of the transducer. Coil L1 and capacitor C3 filter out any voltage spikes that may cause damage to transistor 04. Calibration control R8 provides a calibration adjustment for the timer circuit.Page 22 CIRCUIT BOARD X-RAY VIEWS NOTE: To identify @ part shown in one of these Views, so ‘you can order a replacement, proceed in either of the following ways: 1. A. Refer to the place where the part is installed in the Step-by-Step instructions and note the “Description”: of the part (for example: 10 k®, .068 uF, or 2N3416). 8, Look up this Description in the “Parts List.” 2 A Note the identification number of the part (Renumber, C-number, etc). Locate the same identification number (next to the part) on the Schematic. The “Description” of the part will aso appear near the part. Look up this Description in the “Parts List." (Viewed from component side)Page 23, (Viewed from foil side) VOLTAGE CHART CAUTION: When measuring voltages use an isolation transformer. (Viewed from foil side) *NominatCHASSIS PHOTOGRAPHS TRANSDUCER Re ston Place the item to be cleaned in the cleaner tank. Before you clean a valuable item, first try cleaning a less expensive item. After an expensive piace of jewelry is cleaned, inspect it ‘carefully for any signs of damage. Certain items require special precautions. For example, contact lenses should be cleaned in their perforated plastic case to protect them from scratches. ‘Never clean an item longer than necessary. If the item is delicate or expensive, set the Timer for one minute. After a minute, inspect the item and then, if necessary, clean it for ‘an additional minute, Also, do not overload the cleaner tank. with too many items or use dirty solution to clean items. ‘To operate the Ultrasonic Cleaner, plug the line cord into an outlet, set the Timer, and push the POWER SWITCH to ON. When the Cleaner stops, turn the POWER SWITCH to OFF ‘and remove any items that you put into the tank. The leaner can be stopped at any time by turning the POWER SWITCH to OFF. Always adjust the Timer before you start the cleaning operation. When you empty the tank, pour the fluid out the left side of ‘the tank so that the timer control and power switch will not ‘COLDWATER Page 17 2-PRONG socker RECEPTACLE ag 7 Seng Figure 1-3 get wet. Make sure the line cord is unplugged before you add solution or empty the tank. Never immerse the Ultrasonic CCleaner in aliquid. OPERATING CONSIDERATIONS Always operste the Cleaner in 2 well ventilated area. Use the plastic lid to minimize sound and evaporation. When you operate the Ultrasonic Cleaner for more than thirty seconds, itis advisable to set the timer and then leave the room where the Cleaner is operating. As with all ultrasonic cleaners, the high frequency sound waves given off during operation may cause headaches, nausea, or irritability if a person is subjected to them for an extended period of time. Avoid touching the tank or its contents when the unit is on, ‘The Ultrasonic Cleaner, when operating, can cause some interference to a nearby radio or television set and other electronic devices.