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Instructions for the
AutoLab ATL-1000 #4210
and the
AutoLab ATL 1500 #42286. Running a process
Note: All instructions apply to both the ATL-1000 and ATL-1500, except where specifically noted. Only process programming differs between the two versions of the AutoLab processor.
Note: Numbers in parentheses refer to the legend found in the index page of this manual.
Index
6. Running a process
6.1 Preparation check list
6.2 Attaching the tank
6.3 Warming up
6.4 Interrupting the process
6.5 Ending the process
6.1 Preparation check list
The first step before running a program is to verify that all preparation items have been completed. (See Chapter 4 for preparation.) Use the following checklist as a reminder.
- Is the tempered rinse-water supply on?
- Is the incoming rinse-water temperature correct?
- Is the drain valve closed (#12)?
- Do the solution bottles (#18) contain the proper type and amount of chemistry?
- Are all the chemical bottle lids closed?
- Do the chemical and rinse-water collection containers have enough empty space?
- Is the correct program selected?
- Is the tank loaded correctly?
6.2 Attaching the tank
Snap the tank into place.
- Close top cover (#11) on ATL-1500.
- Turn on the ATL-1500 by pressing the ON/OFF switch (#10).
- The ATL-1500 will begin to fill with water automatically (unless a cleaning program selected).
- The tank will begin to rotate immediately.
- Once the operating temperature is reached (38°C or 24°C), the ATL-1500 will begin the program automatically. (This will take 5-25 minutes depending on chemical quantity, temperature of water bath, and temperature of chemicals.)
- With B&W film and all print processes, the unit will not fill the trough with water if the temperature of the chemistry is above 24°C.
E-6 and C-41 Film Processes:
If the temperature of the chemical is below 36.0°C the water bath will heat to 41.0°C. When the chemistry reaches 36.5°C the water bath will cool to 38.0°C and maintain the temperature. This is to heat the chemicals more quickly. When the temperature of the chemicals is 37.5°C the process starts.
Note: The ATL-1500 will start if the chemistry is above 37.5°C. It could be 50.0°C and it will still start. It only senses the temperature of the chemicals is above 37.5°C. Do not fill the processor with overheated chemistry. We recommend 30.0°C for the fill-in chemistry. This allows the chemistry to temper and also enough time to temper a tank that has been placed on the machine.
B&W and All Print Processes:
These processes run at 24.0°C (75°F). Your processor will start these processes when it has heated chemicals to 24.0°C. It is important to note that these programs will run at any temperature above 24.0°C. Processing at too high a temperature may adversely effect results.
6.4 Interrupting the process
Opening the top cover of the ATL-1500 during a process will stop the process. When the top cover is closed, the process will restart where it left off. The top cover should not be opened when chemistry is being pumped or rinse water is running. (Pumping of chemistry or running of rinse water can only be determined by sound.)
6.5 Ending the process
When the process is completed the ATL-1500 will beep. At this time proceed with the following steps:
- Turn power off with ON/OFF switch (#10).
- Open top cover (#11).
- Remove the tank from the processor by grasping it at the bottom and pulling up and toward you. The tank will make a snapping sound when it comes off the lift. This noise is normal.
- Remove the tank lid by pulling up on the red ring and then lifting off the cap.
- Remove the reel(s) and center core(s) from the tank and slide the reels off the center core(s). When processing prints, remove the print from the wall of the drum carefully.
- When using #2509N Sheet-film reel, remove both retaining plates.
- Remove the film from the reels by pulling the individual sheets from the reel.
- Place the film in a stabilizer solution or wetting agent if required.
- Hang film to dry. (JOBO recommends the Mistral II dryer for this purpose.)
- Refill the chemical bottles to continue processing or run a cleaning program (see section 7) if the machine will not be used again immediately.
Note: Stabilizers and wetting agents should not be used in the processor or on the reels. They are difficult to rinse off the tanks and reels, and they will create foaming while rotating. If you decide to use them in the processor against our recommendation, be sure to clean the processor, the tanks, and the reels thoroughly before the next run. Even a small buildup will hinder the loading of film on the reels and it may "carry over" and contaminate future processes.
If you have any questions, contact us utilizing one of the following methods:
Equipment or Processing Questions:
- Phone: Customer Service Department (734) 205-9421
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- Phone: Repair Department (734) 205-9420
- e-mail: repair@jobo-usa.com
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