Integrated Polishing System Symptoms
- Surface changes after cleaning.
- Delicate finish deteriorates.
- Coating or fragile surface is affected.
- Surface looks worse after cleaning.
- Recesses or thin surface layers appear disturbed.
Troubleshooting
Ultrasonic cleaning too long
Excessive ultrasonic exposure can affect delicate, coated or fragile surfaces.
Likely causes
- Excessive ultrasonic cleaning time.
- Wrong cleaning chemistry.
- Too high temperature.
- Cleaning a coated or unknown surface without testing.
- Leaving items in the bath longer than needed.
Checks
- Check wheel condition, compound amount, surface preparation and cleaning sequence.
Recommended fixes
- Use iClean according to approved guidance.
- Keep cleaning short and controlled.
- Reduce temperature or time if the surface is sensitive.
- Test coated or unknown surfaces first.
- Stop if the coating or finish begins to change.
Prevention
- Use iClean according to approved guidance.
- Keep ultrasonic cleaning short and controlled.
- Test coated or unknown surfaces first.
Process photo
Ultrasonic cleaning too long
Excessive ultrasonic exposure can affect delicate, coated or fragile surfaces.