Universal Scientific 5434L Operating Instructions Manual

To get the most out of your new Undercounter Laboratory Glassware Washer, we recommend that you read the operating instructions before using it. The operating instructions also include information on how you can help protect the environment.

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from UNIVERSAL SCIENTIFIC, INC. We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years to come. Our design combines clean lines, everyday functionality, and high quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are greatly appreciated throughout laboratories in the U.S.A.

5434L

Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions Undercounter Glassware Washer

Warranty 27

Contents

Read the operating instructions 3

Before washing for the first time 3

Be careful with certain materials 3

Rinse aid 21 Error messages 22 Troubleshooting 23

Checking water hardness 3

Important safety instructions 4

Technical information 26

Technical data 26 Winter storage/Transport 4 Overflow guard function 4 Care and maintenance Instructions 4 Packing material 4 Disposal 4 Safety 5 Activate button lock 5

Glassware Washer Components 6 Glassware Washer baskets 7

Front panel 8

Detergent/Rinse Aid Dispenser 9 Washing 10

Load the baskets correctly 11 Add detergent 11 Select the program 11 Select options 13 After glassware washing 14

Settings 15 Time remaining 17

Care and maintenance Instructions 18

Read the operating instructions

Read through the operating instructions before using

Important Safety Instructions, Safety, and Laboratory

Be careful with certain materials

Checking water hardness

determine how much detergent and rinse aid to use.

Before washing for the first time

the glassware washer, especially the sections Glassware Washing.

Read the section Fragile Laboratory Glassware before washing.

If you are not using a R.O. or purified water you should contact the local water utility to check the water hardness in your area. This is important to

WARNING!

the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open

Winter storage/Transport

Overflow guard function

Care and maintenance instructions

Packing material

Disposal

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE

This manual does not cover all possible conditions and

• To reduce the risk of injury, keep detergents and rinse

Items not “dishwasher safe” could become deformed or

• Do not tamper with controls by removing or changing.

Important Safety Instructions

REFERENCE

situations that may occur. Common sense and caution should always be used when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance.

• Read all instructions before using the laboratory

glassware washer.

• Laboratory glassware washers must be electrically

grounded. Read the Installation Instructions for details.

• Use the laboratory glassware washer only for its

intended purpose.

• Do not run the laboratory glassware washer while you

are out of the laboratory.

• Use only low sudsing laboratory glassware washer detergents and rinse agents.

flame during this time.

• When removing an old laboratory glassware washer from service or discarding it, remove the door to the washing compartment.

• Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline, or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Disconnect electrical power to laboratory glassware washer before servicing.

• Repairs should be done by a qualified technician.

• Read the grounding instructions in the installation

instructions.

• Store the laboratory glassware washer where the temperature remains above freezing.

• Avoid long transport distances in very cold weather.

• Transport the laboratory glassware washer upright or

lying on its back.

aids out of the reach of children.

• Do not load sharp items near the door; you could

damage the door seal.

• Place sharp items in the small parts basket with the

sharp ends down to avoid the risk of cut-type injuries.

• Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked

“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For items not

marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

melt and create a potential fire hazard.

• Do not operate the laboratory glassware washer

unless all enclosure panels are properly in place (i.e., guard plate, access panel, toe kick, etc.).

• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the laboratory

glassware washer door or baskets.

• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on a laboratory glassware washer.

• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be

produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for two weeks, before using the laboratory glassware washer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As

The overflow protection starts pumping out the machine and turns off the water supply if the water level in the laboratory glassware washer exceeds the normal level. If the overflow protection is triggered, turn off the water supply and call the Customer Care Center.

When cleaning the edge around the door, use only a slightly damp cloth. Do not spray water around the edge! Moisture can make its way into the lock, which contains electrical components.

Please sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines.

• When the machine has reached the end of its service life and is to be disposed of, it should immediately be made unusable. Pull out the power cable and cut it as short as possible.

• The laboratory glassware washer is manufactured and labeled for recycling.

• Contact your municipality for information about where and how your laboratory glassware washer can be recycled correctly.

TIP!

Detergents and rinse aids are corrosive, so

should be loaded with pointed ends down.

Activate Button Lock

(see the section Settings).

Safety

always keep them out of reach of children.

• Should someone swallow detergent or rinse aid, give plenty to drink immediately, i.e., one or two glasses of milk or water. Do not try to induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately: Call the National Capital Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.

• Always close the door and start the glassware washer as soon as you put in the detergent.

• Always keep small children away from the

machine when it is open. There may be some

detergent residue left inside the machine.

• If detergent gets in someone’s eyes, rinse them with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

You can activate the button lock to prevent

people from starting the glassware washer

• Do not allow children to use or play in or on

the glassware washer.

• Load sharp objects with the pointed end

facing the back of the glassware washer. Sharp items loaded in the small parts basket

6. Serial Number Plate

*Specifications may differ depending on the model and market.

1. Filters

Glassware Washer Components*

2. Small Parts Basket

3. Detergent Compartment

4. Upper Basket

7. Lower Basket

8. Rinse Aid Compartment

9. Panel

5. Spray Arms

Small Parts Basket

Lower Basket

1. Small item shelf

*Specifications may differ depending on the model and market.

1. Fold-down support left

with a diameter greater than 9 ¾” (25 cm))

Glassware Washer Baskets*

2. Beaker Shelf

2. Fold-down support right

3. Forward mount support (used for items

4. Handle

The panel is fitted with touch buttons with audible feedback (see the chapter Settings)

Note!

1. Program selector

8. High Temperature

• Keep the touch buttons clean. Wipe them clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Never

buttons unintentionally.

Front Panel

2. Daily wash

3. Heavy wash

4. Normal wash

5. Eco wash

6. Quick wash

7. Rinse & Hold

9. Long Dry

10. Start/Stop

11. Display

12. Delayed Start

13. Wash Lock

14. Start/Stop

use cleaners – they can scratch the surface. Use the main power switch to turn off the laboratory glassware washer before cleaning the touch buttons to avoid activating any

2. Main wash detergent compartment

Detergent/Rinse Aid Dispenser

1. Prewash detergent compartment

3. Rinse aid compartment

4. Detergent compartment lid

5. Rinse aid compartment lid

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