AtmosAir 500 Series Technical Document

500 Series
Installation, Operation
and Maintenance Guide
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! I M P O RTANT !
READ THIS BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
DO NOT THROW AWAY THIS GUIDE.
How to Contact us: If you need help, please contact an
AtmosAir Representative for technical assistance.
For safe installation you MUST:
■Always disconnect power to the unit before handling any of the
components.
■Secondary voltage to the ionization tube can be as high as 3000 volts AC.
DO NOT connect to the power before the installation is complete and
personnel are aware of the imminent operation.
■Carefully read this instruction booklet before beginning the installation.
■Follow each installation or repair step exactly as shown and explained in
this guide.
■Observe all local, state, national and international electrical codes.
■Pay close attention to all warnings and caution notices given in this guide.

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Table of Contents
01 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4
Control Panel Diagram 4
02 INSTALLATION 5
Mechanical Installation 5
Mechanical Installation — Mounting 6
Mechanical Installation — Mounting 7
Electrical Installation 7
03 OPERATION 8
04 MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS 8
05 TROUBLESHOOTING 9
06 MORE SOLUTIONS 10
Explanation of Technology 10

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01 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The AtmosAir 500 series, models 500E, 500F and 508F,
ionization generators are industrial quality units intended for
installation in air conditioning systems or in custom-designed
air distribution systems in commercial and industrial facilities.
AtmosAir equipment is effective in reducing odors and
harmful pollutants through the introduction of positive and
negative ions into the air stream to be treated. The number
and size of the ionization tubes used is dependent upon
the airow, size of the space, and severity of the pollution
and odors. The AtmosAir 500 series equipment is designed
for minimal maintenance efforts. The 500 series has two
components that require inspection and maintenance:
1. AtmosAir 500 series ionization generator
2. Ionization tubes
Because there are no moving parts, little maintenance is
required and the systems have very low failure rates and
minimal maintenance requirements. For more information,
read the AtmosAir 500 series submittal document.
Control Panel Diagram
AtmosAir 500 Series Control Panel Layout:
Unit Size Flowrate
(CFM)
Drag – Inches WG
(Pascals)
500 EC 8,000 0.0080 (2.00)
500 FC 10,000 0.0102 (2.55)
508 FC 15,000 0.0297 (7.40)
Pressure Drop @ 20°C, Density of Air = 1.225 kg/m3 & 120V @ 50/60hz
Pressure Drop Chart
A. Fuse
B. 5-step power adjustment switch
C. Monitoring DB-9 output connection
D. Power socket / Quick Disconnect
E. Power switch
F. Green system power light
G. Red ionization power lightw
A
F
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B G
B
Overall Dimensions:
27 ¾" L x 10" H x 10 ¾" W

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02 INSTALLATION
The AtmosAir 500 series equipment can be mounted on the
side of a duct or air handler wall, using the integral mounting
ange and a weather-strip gasket; or inside an air handler
using a custom mounting rack. In an air handler, the units
operate best when located after the lters. Ideally, the tubes
lie parallel to the direction of airow with the end of the tubes
pointing upstream. When installed on a side of a duct or
air handler wall, the outer box and faceplate should not be
exposed to direct sunlight or moisture. If installing outside,
a weatherproof enclosure with an access panel for servicing
should be installed over the AtmosAir Ion Generator (Can be
provided by AtmosAir). The 500 series operates on 120VAC,
50/60 Hz or 240VAC, 50/60 Hz is available upon request. If
using the integral remote monitoring panel, the connection
is made using a supplied 9-pin(DB-9) connector. The tubes
and electrode contacts should not come into contact with
any conductive surface. A minimum four inch (4”) clearance
around the tubes is recommended.
Mechanical Installation
1. Carefully remove the equipment from its shipping
container. Inspect the box, components, and tubes for
damage. Verify that the unit’s voltage rating is the same as
the available voltage, either 120VAC, 50/60 Hz or 240VAC,
50/60 Hz.
2. Install the ionization tubes using the supplied friction nuts
and clamp screws. Gently tighten the tube grounding
clamps to ensure solid contact with the tube’s outer mesh.
Do not over-tighten either connection! In most cases, units
come with tubes pre-installed.
3. Orientation: Install the unit with tubes parallel to
the airow and the nosecones normal to the airow,
whenever possible; otherwise, perpendicular orientation is
acceptable. If multiple units are installed in the same duct,
stagger the units, if possible, in the airow so they are not
in the same airow path.
4. For in-duct installation: Verify the ange gasket is in place
and in good shape to ensure the unit seals properly. Make
a cut-out in the duct sized per the illustration and table
on the following page. Use the unit as a template for the
mounting screw locations. Afx the unit securely in the
duct using self-tapping screws. Do not over-tighten, this
may strip the screw-hole. The unit is self-sealing to the
duct so no further sealing is needed.
5. For in-plenum/AHU installation: Mounting varies with rack-
style. Follow mounting instructions provided with rack.
Typically, racks require 4 inches of clearance from walls.
6. Units should be installed to allow easy access for
maintenance. Install units so that the power switch and
5-step power adjustment knob are accessible. When
oriented vertically, control panel should be upwards.
Types of Insulated duct walls
A B
C D
A. Single wall, no insulation
B. Single wall, internal insulation
C. Single wall, external insulation
D. Double wall, internal insulation.
Duct Wall Duct Wall
Duct WallDuct Wall
Fiberglass
Insulation
Fiberglass
Insulation
Cut Away
Double Wall
External
Insulation

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Typical HVAC Duct
Single Unit Installation
Top View
Side/Top View
Min. Distance
1in (25.4mm)
Min. Distance
6in (152.5mm)
Min. Distance
6in (152.5mm)
Min. Distance
4in (101.6mm)
for staggered
Installation
Min. Distance
6in (101.6mm)
for Continuous Installation
Min. Distance
6in (152.5mm)
Typical
500 Series
Footprint
NOTE: Watch for support
structures.
Turning Vanes
Acceptable
Unacceptable
Preferred
Air Flow
Air Flow
Duct
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View
Multiple Unit
Installation
Multiple Unit
Installation
Mechanical Installation - Mounting
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DUCT
SECTION
VIEW
TOP VIEW
SIDE/TOP VIEW
TYPICAL HVAC DUCT
SINGLE UNIT INSTALLATION

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Mechanical Installation — Mounting
Installation Orientation
Cut-Out Dimensions (in)
Model A B
500 EC 19.5” 9”
500 FC 26” 9”
508 FC 26” 9”
Electrical Installation
AtmosAir 500 series systems require an average of 50 watts
per unit. An internal 500mA, slow-blow 5mm x 20mm fuse
protects the unit.
■Follow proper electrical procedures, guidelines, and codes
for providing power supplies to the systems. Including
requirements for conduit, sufcient ampacity, phase
balancing, etc. Electrical installation should be performed by
a qualied electrician.
1. Field-install a junction box within 8 feet of the unit(s). Each
500 series unit is typically shipped with a 10-foot power lead
in a exible metallic conduit with a quick-connect power
plug on one end and bare wires on the other.
!!!WARNING!!!
The secondary voltage to the ionization tubes can be as high as 3000 volts AC. Do NOT connect to power before the installation is complete and all
personnel are aware of imminent operation. Always disconnect power to the unit before handling any of the components.
2. The unit is equipped with a normally-open relay that closes
on ionization start-up and opens on loss of power. This relay
can initiate a local alarm or be tied into a building automation
system. Connection is via a D-subminiature 9-pin connector,
DB-9. Pins 1 and 5, starting from the top left, are the active
pins. There is no electrical power across the terminals.
Preferred
Airow
DB-9 Connector
Inactive Pins
Active Pins
Duct Wall
Acceptable
A
B

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03 OPERATION
Once the system is properly installed and all personnel are
clear of the high voltage tubes, the system can be turned on:
1. Ensure the ionization power knob is turned all the way
counter-clockwise in the ‘off’ position.
2. Flip the power switch up to the ‘on’ position. The green
embedded LED light above the power switch should light up
to indicate that the power is on and running to the system.
3. Set the ionization power knob to the appropriate setting
(1-5, with 1 being low and 5 being high). The red embedded
LED above the power knob should light up to indicate that
ionization has been activated and high voltage is being
sent to the tubes’ electrodes.
04 MAINTENANCE
REQUIREMENTS
■The maintenance requirements on an AtmosAir system
are mainly site-dependent; a heavily contaminated
environment may require more frequent inspection &
maintenance. In general, quarterly or bi-annual maintenance
is recommended along with an annual tube replacement.
■The local AtmosAir dealer can provide you with an annual
service contract.
Quarterly / Bi-annual Maintenance Requirements:
■Visually check the performance of the system by checking the
red and green lights on the individual units. If both lights are on,
and you can hear the ‘buzz’ of the tubes, then unit is functioning
properly. If not, proceed to the troubleshooting section for repair.
Maintain a physical distance between all personnel and the
tubes while system is operating or turned on.
■Optional: Check performance using a high voltage probe
(minimum of 5000 V, Contact AtmosAir for additional minimum
probe specications) paired with a multimeter. Follow proper
safety procedures for dealing with high voltages. If you are
uncertain, do NOT perform any maintenance with the power on
and, instead, proceed to the next step.
■Disconnect the system from the mains power before
performing any maintenance steps.
■Inspect the unit box, plastic tube caps, and tube-mounting
plate. Remove particles from mounting plate, and thoroughly
wipe clean any tracks or grooves that may have developed in
the plate or caps.
■Inspect connections: tightness of all nuts and screws; remove
deposits on the connections using sand paper or wire brush - it
may be necessary to remove the tubes for this step.
■It may be benecial to clean the tubes to improve performance.
The tubes can be cleaned using an air compressor for a quick
clean, or more thoroughly with cleaning solutions. Do not
immerse the tubes in water. Ensure that the tubes and mesh are
completely dry before re-installing.
!!!WARNING!!!
A non-functioning LED light may improperly indicate that the system
is not functioning. Be sure to disconnect from the mains power before
performing maintenance or troubleshooting the system.
Annual Tube Replacements:
The ionization tubes should be replaced once every 24
months, as the production efciency slowly declines over
time due to the stress caused by plasma and (lack of)
cleanliness of the electrodes. Old or excessively dirty tubes
can also put undue stress on the transformer causing
pre-mature failure.

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05 TROUBLESHOOTING
In the event that the system is not functioning, follow these
steps IN ORDER:
1. Check the fuse. If it is blown, replace it with the
appropriate sized slow-blow 1A glass 5mm x 20 mm fuse
rated at 250 V and continue to the next step.
2. Check that the main power supply is sending the correct
power to the unit.
3. If the system is controlled by an air pressure switch, and/or
a door switch, check that these are not preventing power
from being sent to the system.
4. If power is reaching the unit and it was necessary to
replace the fuse, the next step is to determine whether
there is a fault in the system or a tube. First, to check that
the system’s power is functioning, set the ionization power
knob and the power switch both to the ‘off’ position. Make
sure all personnel are clear of the high voltage tubes, then
re-connect the power supply. Flip the power switch to
‘on’ and observe the green light. If the light does not turn
on, there is power delivery problem. If all external sources
of failure are eliminated, the system should be serviced
by a qualied AtmosAir technician. Please see contact
information at the bottom of this page.
The next step is to determine the cause of the failure, or
blown fuse. Typically, failures are caused by arcing between
the inner and outer electrodes, or between one electrode
and ground. This often occurs because of damaged tubes
or dirty and/or wet conditions that have allowed carbon
tracking to temporarily connect two electrodes and/or a
grounding point electrically.
5. Inspect the enclosure and tube cap for tracking evidence.
6. Inspect the tubes for cracks, pitting, or other degeneration
of the dielectric material that causes the dielectric to fail
and arcing to occur.
7. If physical inspection has not revealed the cause of
failure, one may carefully observe the tubes as the
ionization system is turned on to determine whether
arcing is occurring at a particular tube. The fuse will
usually blow, again, but for a short time, one may observe
the cause of the power surge in the form of a visual or
audio cue. Usually a failing tube can be determined
in a darkened room by looking for a ash or arc from
the failing tube. In some cases, the correctly operating
tubes may be in the way of the failing tube’s visual
indication. It is permissible and recommended to
remove the top row of tubes temporarily to assist
in the visual diagnosis. The device utilizes a bus-
bar technology allowing the servicing technician to
remove any amount of tubes needed to diagnose
and/or temporarily run the device whilst waiting for
replacement tubes.
8. It may be necessary to remove all the tubes to ensure
that the transformer is working properly in the absence
of tubes. If the fuse still blows, then the system should be
serviced by a qualied AtmosAir technician.
9. It is recommended to also check the voltage levels of
the system when a fuse has blown and been replaced,
in order to ensure that the transformer has not been
irreparably damaged (See step 4 for more information
on this process.) If the voltages are lower than expected,
check that all the connections are secure and rust-free;
also check that the input voltage is approximately 120 VAC
or 240 VAC.
10. If the fuse continuously blows, or if the voltages are lower
than expected, then the system should be serviced by a
qualied AtmosAir technician.
11. Otherwise, replace the damaged tube(s), clean and
smooth any mounting plate or end cap carbon tracking,
and return the system to service.

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Explanation of Technology
AtmosAir Solutions’ TM mission is to bring and restore every
indoor environment the same clean and pure quality air that
is typically found at higher mountain elevations.
AtmosAir’s unique and proven air purication process
signicantly reduces mold, controls the spread of bacteria
06 MORE SOLUTIONS
The Matterhorn M1000/1002 (above) solutions works well for
smaller spaces such as residential housing and ofce spaces
served by several smaller air handlers. This residential system can
operate C tubes all the way up to F tubes, depending on the size
of the space.
Portable systems, such as the Rainier R1 (above), are an
alternative solution for small spaces where use of the existing
air handler is not possible or practical. The Rainier R1 models
distribute ions for a larger space, operating almost noiselessly as
they clean the air.
and airborne viruses, and reduces airborne particles that
evade normal ltration solutions. AtmosAir equipment uses
non-thermal plasma technologies to generate bi-polar Ionization
that attacks and breaks down odors and contaminants.