Chicago Electric 96904 Assembly And Operation Instructions Manual

Brand: Chicago Electric

Model: 96904

Type: Assembly And Operation Instructions Manual

10 LITER

ULTRASONIC CLEANER

Model

96904

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.

Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com

Read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

SAVE THIS MANUAL.

2007 by Harbor Freight Tools

or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the

express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

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SAVE THIS MANUAL

Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,

inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in

the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if

product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for

future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

In this manual, on the labeling, and all other information

provided with this product:

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal

injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid

possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result

in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE is used to address practices not related to

personal injury.

CAUTION, without the safety alert symbol, is used to

address practices not related to personal injury.

DANGERDANGER

WARNINGWARNING

CAUTIONCAUTION

NOTICENOTICE

CAUTIONCAUTION

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING! Read all instructions

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating this Ultrasonic Cleaner.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating. Do

not use while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

A moment of inattention while operating may result in serious personal injury.

Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI-approved safety goggles. Safety

equipment such as full face shield, work gloves and non-skid safety shoes,

used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables

better control in unexpected situations.

Tool use and care

Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better

and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

Do not use the Ultrasonic Cleaner if the power switch will not start and/or

completely stop the action of this tool. Any tool that cannot be controlled with

the power switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Store out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with

the Ultrasonic Cleaner or these instructions to operate this tool. Tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Before use, check for any condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If

damaged, have the tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by

poorly maintained tools.

Do not overload the Ultrasonic Cleaner. Use this Ultrasonic Cleaner in accordance

with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of tool,

taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of

the Ultrasonic Cleaner for operations different from those intended could result

in a hazardous situation.

Disconnect the power cord plug from the power source before making any

adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the Ultrasonic Cleaner. Such

preventive safety measures reduce risk of turning on the product accidentally.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

WARNING! To prevent serious injury and/or property damage:

Never use volatile solvents to clean objects in the Ultrasonic Cleaner. Never

use gasoline or other ammable liquids.

Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry important information. If unreadable

or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

Do not use the Ultrasonic Cleaner in areas near ammable chemicals, dusts,

and vapors. Do not use in damp or wet conditions.

Never immerse the Ultrasonic Cleaner in liquid.

Do not place or store where it can fall or be pulled into a tub, sink, or other

free-standing pool of water.

Do not submerge non-waterproof products into the Ultrasonic Cleaner.

Do not use for any medical purposes or for medical sanitizing.

Do not use penetrating oils in the UItrasonic Cleaner as they may damage the

Cleaner and any materials being cleaned.

Do not overload the Cleaner Tank (1). Fill water to the marked ll line.

Do not clean multiple objects at once. Cleaning more than one object at a time

will cause them to bang against one another, damaging the articles being cleaned

as well as the tank.

Do not use the Ultrasonic Cleaner if the tank is empty of cleaning uid. The

cleaning uid level must be higher than the height of the object being cleaned.

Do not use a cleaning agent that will bubble or suds up over the edges of the

cleaning tank.

Use only lukewarm water. Excessively hot water will damaged the transducer.

People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use.

Electromagnetic elds in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause

pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.

The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot

cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be

understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors

which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the

operator.

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GROUNDING

Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in electric

shock.

Check with a qualied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether

the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug

provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the

plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If

damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug

will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied

electrician.

Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs

Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong

grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If

the tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low

resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric

shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)

The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the

cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the

only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached to

an electrically “live” terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)

The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and

grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet

should look like those in the following illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)

3-Prong Plug and Outlet

Outlets for 2-Prong Plug

WARNINGWARNING

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Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs

Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special

double insulation system which satises OSHA requirements and complies with the

applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard

Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug on

previous page.)

Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the

preceding illustration. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.)

Extension Cords

Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can

use either a two or three wire extension cord.

As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge

extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious

drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage.

(See Table A.)

The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For

example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.

(See Table A.)

When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure

each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. (See Table A.)

If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate

amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.

(See Table A.)

If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the sufx

“W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.

Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.

Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualied

electrician before using it.

Protect the extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet

areas.

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RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION

CORDS* (120 VOLT)

NAMEPLATE

AMPERES

(at full load)

EXTENSION CORD LENGTH

25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet

100

Feet

150

Feet

0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16

2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14

3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12

5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12

7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -

12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -

16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -

TABLE A

* Based on limiting the line voltage drop to ve volts at 150% of the rated amperes.

Symbology

Double Insulated

Volts Alternating Current

Canadian Standards

Association

Amperes

Underwriters

Laboratories, Inc.

xxxx/

min.

No Load Revolutions per

Minute (RPM)

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SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical

Requirements

120 V~ / 60 Hz / 300 W

Power Switch Red Push-Button

Max. Temperature 160° F (+/- 10° F)

Tank Capacity 10 Liters/2.6 Gallons

UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any

parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the

cover of this manual as soon as possible.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning

of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or

use of this product.

Risk of accidental starting; resulting in serious personal injury.

Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug

the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any

adjustments to the tool.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to

the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

WARNINGWARNING

Fill Line

Cover

Basket

Power Cord

Note: FAILURE TO FILL THE ULTRASONIC CLEANER WITH WATER OR A NON-

CORROSIVE CLEANING MATERIAL BEFORE USING WILL SEVERELY

DAMAGE IT AND VOID THE WARRANTY.

Figure 1

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Make certain that the Cleaner is unplugged and the ON/OFF Switch is in the “OFF”

position. Insert one end of the Power Cord (12) into the back of the Ultrasonic

Cleaner, and the other end into a 120 V~ outlet.

Fill the Tank (1) to the ll line with water or suitable ultrasonic cleaning solution.

See Figure 1, page 8. Specially formulated ultrasonic cleaning materials are safe

for most items. Plastic-safe cleaning uids are recommended. Use lukewarm

water for best results. Excessively hot uid will damage Transducers (5).

Place item to be cleaned into the Tank (1) directly or place it into the Basket (11) and

then place the Basket into the Tank. See Figure 1, page 8. Make sure the item is

covered and the uid does not rise above the ll lines.

Place the Cover (10) over the top of the tank. See Figure 1, page 8.

When the Power Cord is plugged in, the digital display is activated. See Figure 2, below.

TIME AND TEMPERATURE SETTINGS

To adjust the timer setting on the Control Panel (9), press “+5” once to add ﬁve

minutes of washing time or press “-5” to reduce ﬁve minutes. Once either button is

pressed, the ultrasonic function begins. The time display will count down to “00” to

stop and the Cleaner will remain in standby mode. During the Ultrasonic process,

time can be added or reduced. See Figure 2, above.

To adjust the temperature setting, press “+10” to add ten degrees (in Fahrenheit) and

“-10” to reduce ten degrees. Please note: the temperature range is between 32° F

and 160° F. See Figure 2, above.

When the setting temperature is higher than the actual temperature, the red “HEATING

ON” indicator will turn on. It will shut off when the water exceeds the set temperature.

To stop the heating process while the ultrasonic washing is still working, set the

temperature to the lowest level. Then the “HEATING ON” light will turn off.

Figure 2

Control

Panel (9)

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When the Cleaner has run for over sixty seconds and no new operation is performed,

the Cleaner will enter Sleep Mode and nothing will appear on the digital display. To

reactivate the Cleaner, press the ON/OFF button.

The ON/OFF button can be pressed anytime to stop the washing operation.

To empty the Tank (1), have a bucket or some other type of liquid collector placed

under the Drain Valve (13). Turn the Drain Valve Handle (14) to the right, opening

the valve. The water will then begin to pour from the Tank and out of the Drain

Valve (13).

Refer to the instructions and safety warnings for the cleaning solution used to

determine how long you should use the cleaning solution for and whether or not

the solution can be reused.

INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING

WARNING! Make sure the Power Switch of the tool is in its “OFF” position and

that the Ultrasonic Cleaner is unplugged from its electrical outlet before performing

any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

Before each use inspect the general condition of the Ultrasonic Cleaner. Check

for cracked or broken parts, damaged power plug/Cord and any other condition

that may affect the safe operation of the Ultrasonic Cleaner. If abnormal noise or

vibration occurs, immediately disconnect the Ultrasonic Cleaner form its electrical

supply source and have the problem corrected before further use. DO NOT USE

DAMAGED EQUIPMENT.

Servicing of any internal components should only be done by a qualiﬁed service

technician.

Clean the Ultrasonic Cleaner’s Tank (1) and Basket (11) with a damp cloth. Remove

any oil and residue after each use. Do not clean with ﬂammable or corrosive

liquids.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions

Cleaner will not start No power at outlet.

Cord not connected.

Overheating Safety Off feature

kicked in

Check power at outlet.

Check that cord is plugged in.

Allow ﬁfteen minutes before

attempting to use the Ultrasonic

Cleaner

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PARTS LIST

Part Description Q’ty

1 Tank 1

2 Rubber Leg 4

3 Handle 2

4 Heater 2

5 Transducer 6

6 Power Connector 1

7 PCB 1

Part Description Q’ty

8 Transformer 1

9 Control Panel 1

10 Cover 1

11 Basket 1

12 Power Cord 1

13 Drain Valve 1

14 Drain Valve Handle 1

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY

DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR

DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER

THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR

SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER

AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS

SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE

BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS

TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS

OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

Record Product’s Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available

individually as replacement parts.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high

quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product

is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date

of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse,

abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity,

improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event

be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special

or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow

the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation

of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL

OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with

transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint

must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veriﬁes the defect, we will either

repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price

if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired

products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted

from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning

the product.

This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights and you may also have other rights

which vary from state to state.

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Chicago Electric 96904 Assembly And Operation Instructions Manual

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