Smartbox X2 Operating Instructions

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Op e r at i n g i n s t r u c t i o n s

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This is apparent in the Smartbox X2 controls which only consist of the multifunctional rotary knob and the two-line display.

Translation of the original operating instructions

Each dispensing program comprises the following settings:

! LC-Display @ Rotary knob # Plaster container $ Plaster container cover % Water tank ^ Water tank cover & Balance * Plaster outlet connecting piece ( Connecting piece’s screw BL Screwcap BM Angle piece

Amount of plaster:

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_ Amount of plaster may be defined in 5 gram steps, from 50 g to a maximum of 1000 g. Plaster/water ratio: _ Plaster / water ratio is defined in 1 ml steps per 100 g of plaster and automatically converted to the required amount of plaster. Program identification: _ Each program can be individually designed with its own name. _ This program identification may consist of no

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

more than 12 letters. _ All data are entered via the multifunctional rotary knob.

Smartbox X2 uses storable programs for dispensing water and plaster. All types of dental plasters

Soaking time:

can be used.

_ Time for soaking of plaster in water – up to a

Smartbox provides consistenty high quality dispensing results and is easy to use. The special dispensing technology allows plaster to be finely

maximum of 30 s. _ A short acoustic signal indicates when the time is up.

sprinkled into the mixing beaker, thus improving mixed materials’ homogenity noticeably. Smartbox distinguishes itself through its robust

INSTALLATION

construction. According to the experts, the water should be dispensed before the plaster, via the water tank integrated within the upright part of

After unpacking, immediately check the machine

the unit. The 20 programs provide the opportunity

for possible damage incurred during transport.

to select and directly start almost any plaster /

Should the machine have been damaged during

water dosage used in the laboratory at the touch

transport, please let the supplier know immedia-

of a button Smartbox X2 was designed to be as

tely.

ergonomic and user-friendly as possible.

Machine is delivered ready for operation.

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Filling the water tank:

tional rotary knob @ which enables all Smartbox

After unpacking, rinse the water tank and fill

X2 functions.

with water, then hang it up on top of the stand

After switching-on, the machine is immediately

on the unit. Ensure that water tank snaps into

ready for operation.

place correctly on the support (A) - (D). The

On initial activation, the Smartbox X2 language

flexible water suction hose protruding from the

selection will be displayed. Select the desired

stand is then connected to the circular opening

language and acknowledge by pressing the button.

on top of the water tank. Then close the opening

When the machine is switched on at any other

again with the black cap.

time after this, the display will show the dosage program which was used last.

Filling the plaster container: Caution: Before filling the plaster container for the first time, make sure that the cap is on the

LANGUAGE CONFIGURATION

plaster outlet. The cap prevents the plaster from flowing out. The stainless steel plaster container (E) is desig-

Menu navigation of the Smartbox X2 is multilin-

ned for a filling quantity of approximately 8 kg.

gual (German, English, French, Italian and Spa-

Plaster container includes a powder level monito-

nish). In case the language displayed during

ring system (F). Should the plaster level drop to

installation is not your preferred language, you

the minimum level of approximately 500 g, this

can change it within program P24.

will be shown in the display.

_ Select program P24 by turning the rotary knob.

If the container is re-filled before having been

_ Keep the rotary knob pressed down for 1.5 s.

completely emptied, then it is not necessary to

_ Menu switches to language selection.

seal the plaster outlet.

_ Select desired language by turning the rotary

The cap contains a magnet and may be fastened to the back plate of the machine when not in use.

knob. _ Press “Enter” to confirm your choice.

In case of prolonged downtime, we recommend replacing the cap back onto the plaster outlet

Machine is now ready for operation.

once more, in order to prevent moisture from penetrating into the plaster container! STORAGE OF DISPENSING PROGRAMS

HANDLING Smartbox X2 is programmable on two levels: The working level with dispensing programs P01

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To start the Smartbox X2, first switch it on by

to P20 and the programming level for determin-

means of ON/OFF switch on the back of the

ing the dispensing parameters for the correspon-

machine. On its front, Smartbox X2 is equipped

ding dispensing program.

with a two-line LC display ! and the multifunc-

Switching between the two levels takes place

Op e r at i n g i n s t r u c t i o n s

by pressing rotary knob for 1.5 s and keeping it

PROGRAMMING

pressed. Change the respective configuration by pressing and turning the rotary knob. 1. Program selection: By turning the rotary knob, select the program Switching between the two

you want to change.

program levels

2. Switching to programming level:

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Press rotary knob for 1.5 s to switch to pro1. Switching from the working level to the

gramming level.

programming level:

3. Setting the amount of plaster to be dispensed:

Keep pressing rotary knob for 1.5 s to get to the

The amount of plaster to be dispensed can be set

programming level where you can change the

to the desired value (from 50 to 1000 g) in 5 g

mixing parameter.

steps, by turning the rotary knob. Press the rotary knob briefly to confirm your

2. How to switch from the programming level

input.

to the working level:

Program now switches to the next dispensing

Press the rotary knob and keep it pressed for

parameter.

1.5 s in order to change from the programming

4. Setting of water/plaster ratio:

level to the working level at any time and at any

Next parameter to be set is the water ratio per

position. Any changes of dispensing parameters

100 g of plaster. By turning the rotary knob, the

made at the programming level are automatically

desired water ratio per 100 g of plaster is selec-

saved when you leave the programming level.

ted and confirmed by briefly pressing the knob. 5. Starting the soaking function: Next, the soaking time function may be switched

MENU STRUCTURE

off or switched on, with a time indication of 5 to 30 s. Confirm value by briefly pressing the knob. 6. Program identification: The program identification can be put into the last field. Continue turning the rotary knob letter by letter until the correct letter has been found. Confirm by briefly pressing the knob, cursor then automatically skips to the next space. Identification with up to 12 letters may be used. If not all 12 spaces are needed, fill the left over spaces with blanks by pressing the rotary knob several times quickly or abort the identification mode by pressing the rotary knob for 1.5 s.

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For your information: Settings always refer to

for P22 “Dispensing of water“:

one program. Up to 20 individual programs may be stored.

Start dispensing of plaster by pressing the rotary knob. First, the scales are tared. During dispensing of plaster keep the rotary knob pressed

DISPENSING

down until the desired amount has been dispensed. This way the desired amount of plaster can

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be dispensed without any need for programming. Make sure that the cap is not covering the plaster outlet.

When rotary knob is released, plaster dispensing

1. Select mixing beaker:

stops. If within 5 s, the rotary knob is pressed

Select the correct size of mixing beaker for the

down again, dispensing can be continued. Other-

required amount of water and plaster and make

wise, weighing function in this program extingu-

sure that mixing beaker is placed centrically

ishes automatically after 5 s.

under plaster outlet.

By turning the rotary knob the weighing functi-

2. Select dispensing program:

on is stopped prematurely, enabling the user to

Select desired dispensing program (P01 to P20)

switch to another program.

by turning the multifunctional rotary knob (G).

For manual dispensing of water, proceed the

3. Dispensing step:

same way in program P22 “Dispensing of water“.

Start dispensing by pressing the rotary knob (H). Water will be dispensed before the plaster (recommended by experts) (I) (J). LC display indicates both dispensed amount of water and plaster in ml or g. An acoustic signal indicates the end of dispensing step. If the dispensing parameters include soaking time, an acoustic signal will ring out to signal the end of the set time.

MANUAL DISPENSING OF WATER AND PLASTEr To dispense plaster and water manually, use additional programs P21 “Dispensing of plaster“ and P22 “Dispensing of water“. Procedure is described below for program P21 “Dispensing of plaster“. Procedure is the same

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OPERATING THE WEIGHING

For more thorough cleaning or replacement, the

FUNCTION

angle piece can be withdrawn from the hose. After cleaning replace the angle piece back onto

Within the program P23 “Weighing”, any item of

the hose and secure with screwcap. In doing so,

up to 2.5 kg may be weighed.

check the direction of the water outlet.

Press rotary knob to first tare the weighing scales and activate weighing function.

Please ensure that no fluid enters plaster con-

Put the item to be weighed on the platform –

tainer.

weight will be indicated in LCD.

Prior to transporting the Smartbox X2, ensure

If now an item is on the weighing machine,

the plaster container and water tank are comple-

weighing machine may be tared again by pressing

tely empty. Always make sure that Smartbox X2

rotary knob again (reset the tare at zero) so that

is only transported within its original packaging

another item may be weighed together with the

In case the original packaging does not fit any

first one.

more or has been discarded, please refer to local

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retailers. If weight doesn’t change within 10 s, weighing function stops automatically and switches to program selection.

SERVICING

Cleaning advice:

Prior to cleaning, disconnect the machine. For cleaning surfaces use only soft, slightly damp cloths.

Smartbox X2 is designed to be maintenance-free.

Avoid scouring, especially on polished surfaces.

Simply ensure the machine is kept clean.

Caution when using stainless steel cleaning equipment for the silo!

Cleaning of plaster outlet:

These detergents may corrode rubber and polis-

Plaster outlet connecting piece * can be removed

hed surfaces and leave stains!

from the machine. To do this, unscrew the con-

Never clean Smartbox X2 with compressed air

necting piece’s screw (, take off the outlet unit * and clean. Take care not to damage the steps

or steam cleaner!

at the inner side of the connecting piece during cleaning operation.

Instructions and failure reports

Cleaning of water outlet: Water outlet can also be cleaned. To do so,

“Please refill plaster“

unscrew screwcap BL and cautiously pull forward

If the plaster level falls below the minimum level

the angle piece BM. In this position, any residues

of approximately 500 g, a plaster re-fill will be

may be removed.

requested.

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If however, a small amount of plaster is required, dispensing process may be started by a second acknowledgment of filling level sensor unit. CAUTION – Residual amount in the container may be too low!

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If the plaster tank lid is not closed properly, the status signal “Plaster level?” will appear even when there is 500 g of plaster inside. The fill level sensor will react early. Always ensure the plaster tank lid is properly closed. “Dispensing process stopped” If after starting or during a dispensing operation weighing plate does not detect any change of weight after 4 s, dispensing operation will stop. Possible reasons: _ One of the containers, plaster or water, is empty. _ Plaster or water outlet clogged _ Cap is still on plaster outlet _ Hose in water tank is clogged or bended _ Remove any possible residual material under weighing plate  the site under the weighing plate. CAUTION – do not pull the weighing plate upwards! If however, it is still not possible to start or end the dispensing process, please contact your relevant service department.

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Accessories and extent of delivery: Order no.: 116170

AND SECURITY ! WARNING ADVICE:

Smartbox X2, power cable, water tank, stand cover, weighing platform cover,

Smartbox X2 has been developed for use in

plastic shovel

dental laboratories. Install and operate it according to user manual.

Spare parts:

The manufacturer is not liable for damage cau-

Order no.:

sed by unintended use or improper handling.

116175

Water tank

In addition, the user is directly responsible for

116176

Water tank cover

checking the machine prior to use for suitability

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Stand cover

and usability for the designed purposes, unless

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Plaster outlet cap

these are listed in user manual.

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Angle piece water outlet

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Plaster container cover

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_ Do not clean the Smartbox X2 with solvent-containing fluids! _ Always keep plaster container and plaster outlet-connecting piece clean and dry! _ Keep the weighing machine clean and dry! _ Only fill the plaster container with dental plaster – never with implant mass or other materials! _ Never clean the Smartbox X2 using compressed air! _ Prior to any transport, ensure the plaster silo and water container are empty and clean. _ Never expose Smartbox X2 to high humidity (e.g. steam cleaner, ultrasonic cleaning device or washbasin)! _ Never operate Smartbox X2 water pump without water. _ Ensure that the water tank is filled with pure water only, without chemical additives.

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