Protec Optimax 2010 User Manual
Machine No.:
Type:
Installation Date:
Status:
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Subject to change
PROTEC GmbH & Co. KG
In den Dorfwiesen 14, D-71720 Oberstenfeld, Germany
Telephone: +49-7062-9255-0 e-mail: service@protec-med.com
English
Film Processor
Operation Manual
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EU-Declaration of Conformity
EU-Declaration of Conformity
PROTEC® declares, that the product
Description:
OPTIMAX
®
2010
Machine type:
X-Ray-Film Processor
Model no.
116x-y-0000
x is a number between ›0‹ and 9, y is a number between 1 and 9
conforms to the following harmonized standards:
Safety:
IEC 61010-1:2001 + A1:92 + A2:95; DIN 1988 T4:12/1988; UL 3101-1; CSA 22.2-1010-1
EMC:
EN 50081 Part 1, 03/1993; EN 50082 Part 1, 03/1993
according to the regulations of:
• the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC “Class 1”,
• the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the
• EMC Directive 89/336/EG
PROTEC GmbH & Co. KG, Lichtenberger Strasse 35, D-71720 Oberstenfeld, Germany
Supplementary guidelines:
• DIMDI: DE / 0000042967
• WEEE: DE 55471807
Location and date of issue
Oberstenfeld, 2. July 2007, Jochen Krupp (Technical Manager Analogue Systems)
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Table of Contents
English
Table of Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................... 7
Intended Use......................................................................................................... 8
Technical Specifications ..................................................................................... 8
Safety Instructions............................................................................................... 9
Installation .......................................................................................................... 10
Initial Operation.................................................................................................. 13
Operation
Short Overview and Control Panel .............................................................. 14
Switching the Machine On ........................................................................... 16
Automatic mode........................................................................................... 16
Anti-crystallisation function / Time replenishment ....................................... 16
Working Parameters.................................................................................... 17
Machine Cover Safety Disconnection.......................................................... 19
Auto fill Function .......................................................................................... 19
Manual Mode............................................................................................... 20
Water Saving Mode ..................................................................................... 20
Stop Film Transport ..................................................................................... 20
Rollfilms and Paper Films ............................................................................ 21
Use of Memory Function ............................................................................. 21
Care
Daily Care.................................................................................................... 22
Weekly Care ................................................................................................ 22
Thorough Cleaning ...................................................................................... 23
Maintenance / Disposal ..................................................................................... 24
Problems and Solutions
Advice on Film Defects................................................................................ 27
Advice on Machine Errors ........................................................................... 28
Error messages ........................................................................................... 29
Accessories ........................................................................................................ 30
Service Manual as appendix, see page page 33
Optimax 2010 with 2 pumps see starting page 53
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®
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tions set forth by copyright law, needs to be authorised in writing by PROTEC®.
Information on Liability
This manual has been checked for correctness. The instructions and specifications
were correct at the time it was published. Future models may have modifications
without prior notice.
PROTEC® does not take responsibility for damage caused directly or indirectly by
error, omission or non-conformity of the manual.
Introduction
You are the proud owner of a modern, automatic processor. Due to the precision
roller transport system, both sheet and roll films can be processed. The automatic
film registration is activated immediately when a film is fed in. The film materials are
developed, fixed, rinsed and dried. With the easy to operate micro-processor, the
processing conditions can be adjusted to suit the various film and chemical types.
The developing solutions are temperature-regulated, circulated and automatically
replenished.
These Operating Instructions contain important instructions for installation, operation and servicing of the machine. Please read the provided information carefully to
ensure reliable and satisfactory operation of your film processor.
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Technical Specifications
Intended Use
The X-ray film processor OPTIMAX®2010 is intended exclusively for the purpose
describe in the introduction above.
X-ray film processors (MDD class I) are employed in “medical” applications (medical products directive) and “non-medical” applications (electrical appliances and
EMC directives).
Intended use includes observing the operating instructions, the installation instructions and adherence to the safety notes.
Any application differing from intended use voids the guarantee by PROTEC®.
The owner of the machine will be liable for damages resulting from unintended use
or faulty application.
Intended use includes adherence to all statutory regulations concerning occupational safety and radiation protection applicable at the operating site.
Technical Specifications
Film transport:
Continuous roller transport system
Film formats:
In general: Sheet and roll films up to 35.8 cm
(14.1 ’’) width;
Roll films with leader from 70 mm (2.8 ’’) width;
Smallest film format 10x10 cm (4x4 ’’).
Mammography type 1161: For processing mammography films.
Graphics-art type 1162: With cassette box
(LxWxH) 35x13x12 cm (13.8x5.1x4.7’’) for
processing roll films.
Processing capacity:
129 films 24x30 cm (10x12 “) per hour
(standard unit, film transverse, at 90 s)
Process time:
1.5-3 min.; adjustable in steps of 0.1-min.
Linear speed:
28-56 cm/min., depending on selected cycle time.
Developing time:
25-49 s, depending on selected cycle time.
Tank capacities:
Developer, fixer and water tank 5 litres each
Circulation system:
Developer and fixer are continuously circulated by
a circulation pump
Replenishment:
Automatic by film surface measurement in relation
to processed film; replenishment can be switched
off; time replenishment can be activated.
Developer temperature:
Adjustable 28 - 37 °C (82.4 - 98.6 °F)
Fixer temperature:
Adjusted to developer temperature by heat
exchanger.
Dryer temperature:
Adjustable between 10 - 99% of dryer output, temperature achieved depends on line voltage.
Water connection:
Permissible water pressure 2 - 10 bar (29 - 145
psi), permissible water temperature 5 - 30 °C (41 86 °F).
Water consumption:
1.9 litre per minute when processing.
Water saving mode: 0.9 litres per minute
Drain capacity:
7 litres per minute
Noise level:
Less than 58 dB(A).
Heat emission:
During processing approx. 1.4 kJ/s.
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** Height incl. optional working table or base cabinet.
Safety Instructions
Environmental conditions:
1 Temperature 18 - 40 °C (51.6 - 104 °F), venti-
lated room, room temperature should be lower
than set bath temperature.
2 Relative humidity lower than 80 % up to 31 °C
(88 °F), linearly decreasing to 50 % at 40 °C
(104 °F)
3 Height above sea level less than 2000 m (6666
ft.)
4 Indoor use
Pollution degree:
2
System protection:
IP 20
Electrical connections:
Electrical specifications are indicated on the model
nameplate.
Type116x-1
-y000: 230 V~ ±10 %, 8.8 A, 50 Hz.
Type 116x-2-y000: 230 V~ ±10 %, 8.8 A, 60 Hz.
unit conforms to IEC 1010 (EN 61010, VDE 0411)
overvoltate category II
Type 116x-4-0000: 110 / 120 V~ ±10 %, 12 A, 60
Hz.
unit conforms to UL 3101 and CSA 22.2-1010
overvoltate category II
Power consumption:
Stand-by: 0.12 kWh
Processing: 1.4 kWh
Weight (unit):
Empty 35 kg (77 lbs)
Filled 50 kg (110 lbs)
Dimensions (LxWxH):
77x59x42 (** 112) cm (30.3x23.2x16.5 (** 44.1)’’)
Floor space required:
0.45 m
2
(4.8 sqft)
To ensure the safe operation of this processor, installation and use should always
conform to the instructions contained in this manual.
The developer and fixer chemicals used in the processor should be handled
according to the manufacturers instructions. In general: Undiluted chemicals are
caustic. For this reason, chemicals should be handled very carefully. Avoid contact with skin, always wear protective clothing, gloves and glasses when handling
the chemicals - for example, when mixing and refilling. Also when taking the
racks out for cleaning or servicing. If chemicals have come in your eyes, rinse the
eyes immediately with cold, running water for approximately 15 minutes and contact a medical doctor afterwards. Inhalation of chemicals can be dangerous to
your health and should be avoided. For this reason, always ensure that the room
in which the processor is installed is adequately ventilated.
Environmental regulations regarding the storage and disposal of waste chemicals should be obtained from the local water authorities and complied with.
Before opening the unit, switch off the unit and unplug it from the electrical
socket. Service and repairs must be performed by trained service technicians
only. Use only manufacturer´s replacement parts.
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Installation
1. Requirements for installation
a. Fresh water connection: Shut-off tap, thread with 3/4" outside diameter (wash-
ing machine connection), Water pressure 2 - 10 bar (29 - 145 psi).
b. Drainage connection: Plastic tube - inner diameter 50 mm (2”) or larger. A
ventilated syphon which serves as odour preventor should be included in the
planning. The drainage tubes should be installed with a decline of minimum
5 %.
Local Water Authorities regulations should be complied with.
c. Electrical connection: Fused wall socket with earth connection according to
electrical data (see technical specifications, page 9). It is also required to
install an earth-leakage switch (with 25 A / 30 mA nominal error current).
2. Transport
Due to the weight and dimensions of the film processor, OPTIMAX®2010 should
always be carried by two persons. To do so, hold the machine at the sides on the
bottom (see figure). While putting the machine down, watch the position of the levelling feet to prevent damaging these.
3. Set-Up
Unpack the Processor. Remove cover and transport securing brackets on the sides
of the roller racks. Remove roller racks - start with the dryer rack.
The standard version of OPTIMAX®2010 is delivered as a tabletop processor with
a three part base plate. If the machine is upgraded with the optional stand or cabinet, the two side parts must be removed from the base plate.
Table-top installation
If the unit is to be set up on a table top or work table, only the four unit feet need to
be screwed out and levelled..
Installing on processor stand or base cabinet
In the event that the processor is to be installed on the stand or cabinet (optional
accessory), the processor will be mounted directly to it. Mount processor according
to manual included with stand or cabinet (the adjustable feet inside the accessory
bag are not required). Remove the two side parts of the base plate before.
Finally the processor needs to be levelled:
Place spirit level across the sidewalls of processor and adjust the levelling feet accordingly. Replace the racks into the processor and close the latches.
Electrical connections should be carried out according to regulations by an electrician.
Attention!
Machine should not be installed on table-top without adjustable feet. as this would block the ventilation openings under the
machine and cause overheating.
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4. Connecting the processor
Water connection:
Fit water-inlet hose (grey) at the rear of the machine and connect to the prepared
fresh water supply.
Water overflow:
The water overflow hose (∅ = 16 mm) is likewise connected at the rear of the unit.
The hose is installed as described in the next section.
Remark:
There are two options for installation of the water overflow at the front of the unit.
Install the pre-assembled hose in the unit and connect it to the overflow outlet at the
unit front. Upon delivery this outlet connection is a dummy only (see graphics on the
top right).
All other hoses (see diagram page 12): Connect the enclosed hoses according to
colour system onto the front of the machine. Put hose clip (enclosed in accessory
bag) over hose end, before attaching to connection. Warm up hose end (with hot
water or lighter) and push onto the respective connection. Finally push clip over
hose and connection.
Cut hoses to required length. Then integrate the stop cocks into the three drainage
hoses in such a position, that they are easy to reach.
Connect the suction pipes to the hose ends for the replenishment tanks using hose
clips. Put the suction pipes through the cover opening into the respective replenishment tanks and snap them in.
The overflow and drainage hoses from the developer and fixer should be guided
into their respective collecting containers. The overflow and the drainage of the water can either be guided into the drainage syphon or into respective collection containers.
min. 70 cm (27.5“)
Drainage
and collecting
containers
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Hose Connections
Danger of Overflow!
Use the included cable ties (accessory bag) to secure the hoses. Fix all hose ends which lead into the syphon or collecting
container, so that they do not drop into the liquid - otherwise
liquid may overflow.
Very important:
The hose piping should be straight (without the hoses going
up and down) with a constant decline. The hoses should be as
short as possible and without bends and kinks. This is very
important for the water overflow hose. Bad piping work will
cause the machine to overflow!
Inform yourself of the local water board regulations regarding
drainage. These regulations may differ from information in
this manual, but they should be complied with.
If the machine is installed table-top, ensure that the table is
stable enough and does not wobble.
H2O
FIX
DEV
FIX
DEV
FIX
DEV
Outlet
Overflow
Outlet
Outlet
Overflow
Overflow
Optional
Replenishment tanks
Pay attention to the correct colour connections:
Developer: red;
Fixer: blue;
Water: clear
Replenishment
Overflow
Outlet
Replenishment tanks
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Initial Operation
Test run
a. Close the three drainage stop cocks and fill the tanks and replenishment con-
tainers with water. Open water inflow tap. Connect electrical socket and
switch the machine on. Water now flows into water tank. The circulation pump
activates, however the hosing of the machine must be ventilated.
b. Ventilation of the replenishment pump:
Switch to the manual mode and switch on the replenishment pump. Let the
pump run until no more bubbles rise inside the tanks.
c. Ventilation of the circulation pump:
The circulation pump runs after switching on the machine and ventilates itself.
If this should not work, a loud running noise will be heard. Switch the machine
off again. Open the stop cocks of the developer and fixer for five seconds and
switch machine on again. Repeat this procedure until no more air bubbles are
visible in the developer and fixer baths and until the circulation pump runs quietly.
d. Check all hose connections for leakage. Switch machine off and drain water
out.
Filling the Processor with Chemicals
Prepare chemicals inside the replenishment containers according to manufacturers
instructions.
Filling the processor manually
By using a suitable container, pour chemicals into the respective tanks. First the fixer and then the developer. Caution: when filling, be sure that chemicals do no
splash from one bath into another. When fixer solution is mixed with developer solution, the developer chemical is destroyed.
Caution! When filling the unit manually, be sure not to allow liquid to flow into the
slot of the cover switch or onto the operating panel. This may damage parts.
Snap each suction pipe into the respective cover of it’s replenishment container and
close it carefully. Place containers under processor.
Using replenishment pump
Filling of processor can also be done by use of the replenishment pump (this takes
much more time). The chemicals containers need to be filled manually with at least
1.0 litres of fresh chemicals, to ensure the pumps will not run dry. Snap each suction
pipe into the respective cover of it’s replenishment container and close it carefully.
Place containers under processor. Activate the filling process by means of the automatic tank filling function. The function stops automatically as soon as the set level has been reached. Latest after 20 minutes, the function will shut off automatically.
Limitation: The function may fill up tanks of developer and fixer to different levels. If
this happens, then use a suitable container to fill up the tanks completely.
Important!
Processor should not be run dry!
Upon commissioning and every refilling the pumps must be
vented.
Warning, hot surface!
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*When processing roll films in cassettes, pull approx. 15 cm of film out of the cassette and fold the corners (see page 21). Place cassette into cassette box and feed
film into the infeed. Only machines with cassette box.
Operation
Short Overview and Control Panel
Display working parameters
! Arrow button “Up” = increase parameter value
" Arrow button “down” = decrease parameter value
Mode Buttons
# Processing time in minutes
$ Developer temperature in °C
% Dryer output in %
& Replenishment time in seconds
Important!
Safety function stops film transportation when cover is removed. Therefore keep cover placed on the machine when
processing films.
Power on
Autofill
Store Exit
Enter Memory
Recall
1
3
2
4
5
6 7
Light protection cover
Film input
Control panel
*Roll film
cassette
Film
switch
Developing
Replenishment Developer
Power switch
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Before use...
1. Close water-drainage stop cock.
2. Open water tap.
3. Switch processor on.
4. Check liquid level in replenishment and drainage collecting containers.
5. Wait until the start-cycle has been completed or until Developer temperature
is reached.
6. Run cleaning films through processor.
Working procedure
7. Processing films:
Open the light protection cover, insert the film on the left
of the feed tray, dur-
ing the feeding please watch the Film-feed-display “– –”.
After work...
8. Switch the unit off.
9. Close water tap.
10. Open water drainage stop cock
Stand-by mode:
When no film is being processed, the machine switches to Stand-by. The chemicals
remain at a constant temperature. The film transport and water inflow activate at intervals to avoid crystallisation of the chemicals on the transport rollers. Entry of the
next film is possible at any time.
Attention:
Upon first operation and each refilling of a developer check
the function of the circulation pump and vent the pump if required (see page 9).
Do not place any
object on the processor.
Film exit
Drying
Washing
Fixing
Replenishment fixer
Fresh water inflow
Height-adjustable feet
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Switching the Machine On
Before switching the machine on, open the fresh water tap and close the water
drainage tap (under control panel). Then switch the machine on (main switch is situated under the control panel). Once the machine is switched on, a “Start-cycle” of
eight minutes duration is activated: A replenishment cycle is carried out, the water
tank fills automatically and the chemical baths heat up. During this “Start-cycle” no
films can be fed into the machine. The display shows two bars “– –” when the processor is not ready and no films can be fed in. This is the case during the “start-cycle”
and also when the baths have not reached the temperature. Until the developer
temperature is not reached, the developer temperature button (5) is flashing. It is
possible that the chemical bath has not reached the required temperature even after the “Start-cycle” has been completed. You need to wait until the developer temperature is reached, before inserting films. Wait until the bars “– –” disappear from
the display.
Automatic mode
After completion of the “Start-cycle” and after a film-processing, the machine automatically goes into the stand-by mode. In the stand-by mode the processor can be
started at any time by placing a film into infeed tray. Note that films can only be processed when the developer temperature is reached. When the display shows two
bars “– –” no films can be fed into the machine. The temperature in the bath is too
high or too low. However, when a film was fed into the machine, two bars with decimal points “–. –.“. To avoid a jamming of films wait before feeding the next film in
until this display disappears (which is also signalled by an acoustic sound).
A film in the feed-tray is registered by two film detection switches and the machine
starts up. The film is pulled into the machine and transported through the developer,
fixer and water baths. The remaining time of processing i.e. until the film finally
leaves the machine is displayed, when no more film is in the infeed-tray and the
processing time button was pressed. Each working-parameter can be called up on
the display by pressing the respective mode-button, however, during processing,
parameters cannot be altered. The temperatures of the developer and dryer are automatically regulated by the controller. The replenishment rate of developer and fixer chemicals is activated according to the processed film-surface (film-surface
measurement). The dryer is heated to the set value. Inside the dryer, the film is
dried and then normally output onto the cover. The machine then goes into the
stand-by mode. To keep the machine in working condition during the stand-by
mode, the electronics have been furnished with two specialities: The Anticrystallisation Function and the Time Replenishment.
Anti-crystallisation function
In stand-by mode, the film transport, the dryer ventilation are activated every
20 minutes for a period of 20 seconds. This prevents the build-up of crystals on the
rollers. This function cannot be switched off.
Time replenishment (Anti oxidation function, Flood
replenishment)
Also during the stand-by, the developer chemicals are subject to change which
causes their deterioration. By means of the time replenishment, a replenishment cycle is activated after 60 minutes without replenishment. With this function, the quality of the developer chemicals are maintained even when standing idle for long
periods. The time replenishment function can be deactivated.
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Setting of time-replenishment:
1. Switch the unit off.
2. Press the buttons processing time (4) and replenishment time (7) simultaneously and keep pressed.
3. Switch the machine on again and release the pressed buttons.
4. Switch the time replenishment on or off with the cursor keys (2 and 3). If you
enter “0”, time replenishment is off, “1” switches it on.
5. Switch the unit off to save the settings.
Working Parameters
The processing machine develops, fixes, rinses and dries the film materials automatically. The film and chemical requirements can be adjusted accordingly and
stored in the control unit.
Display of working parameters:
1. Switch processor on.
2. Press the respective mode button (4-7) and keep it pressed to display the set
value.
Press the respective mode button (4-7) and let it go to display the current actual value.
Setting the working parameters:
1. Switch processor on.
2. Machine must be in the stand-by mode and no film must be in the processor.
3. Press the respective mode button (4-7) and keep pressed: The display shows
the set working parameter.
4. Change value by means of the arrow buttons (2 and 3) until required value
appears on the display. The upward arrow button (2) increases and the downward arrow button (3) decreases the value.
5. Release the mode button.
Processing time
The processing time, is the time, it takes the front end of a film from the infeed of
the processor until it reaches the film exit. The processing time is set by the speed
with which the film is transported through the machine. Depending on the requirements, this time can be varied from to 1.5 minutes (90 seconds) to 3 minutes, adjustable in 0.1-minute-steps (Adjusting the processing time: see “Working
Parameters” on page 17).
Processing and developer time relation
Processing time (min) Developer time (s) Infeed speed (cm/min)
1.5 25 56
1.7 28 49
2.0 33 42
2.3 38 37
2.5 41 34
2.7 44 31
3.0 49 28
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Developer temperature
The developer temperature of the different film-materials depends on the developing time. The faster a film has to be developed, the higher the temperature must be.
The developer temperature can be set between 28-37 °C according to the individual
requirements (Setting the developer temperature: see “Setting the working parameters:” on page 17). If the temperature of the developer bath is lower or higher than
the set value, then the developer temperature button (5) is flashing and the display
shows two bars “– –”. Before feeding a film into the machine, wait until the temperature has been reached and the displayed bars “– –” disappear.
The following chart shows guiding value relations between developer temperatures
and processing times. Variations are possible depending on the various films and
chemicals.
Dryer temperature
The dryer temperature cannot be set in degrees Celsius. However the dryer output
can be set in a range between 10-99 % (100 %), to adapt it to the film material to
be processed. “95” for example, corresponds to 95 % of the maximum output of the
dryer heating. To avoid dryer spots on the film, the dryer output may not be set too
high. Adjust the temperature so that the film just gets dry (Setting the dryer temperature: see “Working Parameters” on page 17).
Remark: Depending on mains voltage, dryer temperatures above 65 °C may under
certain circumstances not be reached. The information in the table below are mere
guiding values. Different combinations of film material, chemicals and ambient conditions may require different dryer output settings.
Replenishment time
The replenishment of the developer and fixer chemicals is automatic. By means of
the film detection switches at the film-feed, the surface of the processed films is calculated and after 0.25 m2 film a replenishment cycle is automatically activated. The
replenishing volume can be set by means of the replenishment time. The replenishment time may be set in a range of 10-99 s. The replenishment can be switched off
by entering “0”. This is advisable in rare cases only.
Processing time and developer temperature relation
Total processing time (min (s)) Developer temperature (°C)
1.5 (90) 33 - 35
2.0 (120) 32 - 34
2.3 (138) 31 - 33
2.5 (150) 31 - 33
3.0 (180) 30 - 32
Processing time and dryer output
Total processing time (min (s)) Dryer output (%)
1.5 (90) 85 - 99
2.0 (120) 75 - 95
2.3 (138) 65 - 85
2.5 (150) 55 - 75
3.0 (180) 45 - 65
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The chart below shows the replenishment time to be set for the requested replenisher rate per m2-film surface. The standard setting is 40 sec. with 600 ml replenisher rate per m2 film surface. The replenisher rate has to be adjusted depending
on film material, chemicals and film throughput.
Machine Cover Safety Disconnection
The machine cover may only be removed for service and maintenance purposes.
The processor cannot be started without the cover. In the event that the machine
cover is removed during film-throughput, the film transport will be stopped. On the
display the error message “E1” will be displayed. This will render the film unsuitable.
The error will be reset when the machine cover is reinstalled. Thereafter the motor
may run a little faster for a short time.
Auto fill Function
Starting up the auto fill function:
1. Switch the unit off.
2. Press and hold the replenishment time button (7), switch the unit on.
Manual cancellation of the Auto fill function:
1. Press and hold the replenishment time button (7) and press “arrow down” button (3).
Relation of replenishment time and replenisher volume
Replenisher volume
(ml/m
2
)
Replenishment time
(s)
Replenisher rate
(ml per cycle)
150 10 37.5
300 20 75
450 30 112.5
600 40 150
750 50 187.5
900 60 225
1050 70 262.5
1200 80 300
1350 90 337.5
1485 99 371.3
Values for pump setting 100 % supply volume or for to 85 % for 60 Hz supply.
In case new chemicals have to be filled into the processor (after installation, tank
cleaning), the tanks can be filled automatically by means of the auto fill function.
In the process, the tank is filled for a fixed period of 20 minutes, that is, chemicals
are pumped from the replenishment containers to the tanks. Also the water bath
will be filled (3 min. period). The display will show two symbolized tanks (see
right). When the auto fill function has been completed, the machine enters the
stand-by mode. If the respective baths are full before the time is up, the auto fill
function can be stopped manually. The level switch in the developer bath detect a
full bath and switches the pump off. The automatic tank filling can also be terminated manually.
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Manual Mode
In the manual mode, the processor works without the film detection switches. The
film transport has to be started and stopped manually. All the set values in the manual mode are also valid in the automatic mode. Please note that the Infeeding-filmdisplay (“– –”) is deactivated. Replenishment continues to operate based on detection of the film surface processed. Only if the film detection switches are activated,
will film measurement be performed. In the manual mode, a replenishment cycle
can also be activated manually.
Switching to manual mode:
Switch the machine on. During stand-by, press the arrow-buttons “up” (2) and
“down” (3) simultaneously. When in manual mode the display is flashing.
Switching back to automatic mode:
In manual mode with film transport off press both arrow-buttons “up” (2) and “down”
(3) simultaneously.
Manual starting and stopping the film transport:
1. Switch to manual mode.
2. Press the processing time button (4) - the button illuminates.
3. Start the film transport by pressing the arrow-button “up” (2) or stop the film
transport by pressing the arrow-button “down” (3).
Manual replenishment:
1. Switch to manual mode.
2. Press the replenishment time button (7) - the button illuminates.
3. Start the replenishment cycle by pressing the arrow-button “up” (2) or cancel
the replenishment cycle by pressing the arrow-button “down” (3).
Water Saving Mode
The water saving mode reduces the water consumption. If the water saving mode
is activated, exactly 50 % less water is consumed.
Activating the water saving mode:
1. Switch the unit off.
2. Press and hold the buttons processing time (4) and dryer output (6) simultaneously.
3. Switch the machine on again and release the pressed buttons.
4. Switch the water saving mode off or on with the arrow buttons (2 and 3). If you
enter “0”, the water saving mode is off; if you set “1”, it is on.
5. Switch the unit of to save the settings.
Stop Film Transport
In a case of a film-jam inside the machine, the film transportation can be manually
interrupted. To stop the film transport press both arrow-buttons (2 and 3) simultaneously. Related topics:
see “Manual starting and stopping the film transport:” on page 20
see “Film is caught up in the racks” on page 29
OPTIMAX 2010 with 2 pumps see description starting on
page 53.
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