CONWIN Dual Split-Second Sizer User manual

Dual Split-Second Sizer
Instruction Sheet
Dual Split-Second Sizer Includes:
Getting Started
•To prevent the risk of electrical shock, do not use the Dual Split-
Second Sizer outdoors when weather conditions are wet. Never
operate unit on a wet floor or work area.
•Prior to plugging the Dual Split-Second Sizer into an electrical
out-let, verify the electrical rating, listed on the label on the back of
the Dual Split-Second Sizer, is suitable for outlet.
•If the Dual Split-Second Sizer malfunctions or is damaged in any
way discontinue use and unplug unit from electrical outlet. Contact
an authorized Conwin Service Center for details on how to receive
service.
•Never attempt to repair the Dual Split-Second Sizer yourself.
Opening the Dual Split-Second Sizer case will automatically void
manufacturer warranty. Contact an authorized Conwin Service
Center for all repairs.
•When using helium or nitrogen, always secure the cylinder in a
safety stand or wall bracket.
Hand-tighten the primary regulator to a helium
or nitrogen cylinder. Make sure the cylinder is
properly secured in a safety stand or wall bracket
prior to attaching the primary regulator. Note:
Do not open the cylinder valve until Step 6.
Push to connect the supply hose to the back outlet
on the Dual Split-Second Sizer.
Plug the power cord into the side of the unit
and into an electrical outlet. (A power strip
with surge protector is recommened.) The
digital display will appear when unit has
power.
1 2 3
Plug the foot pedal into the side of the unit. Hand-tighten the blue inflating outlets. Slowly open the cylinder valve. Make sure the
valve is fully opened. The cylinder pressure will
read on the gauge located on the regulator. The
inlet pressure will read on the second stage
regulator gauge, located on the back of the unit.
4 5 6
Digital
Timer
Readouts
Adjustable Regulator
On/Off
LED Mode
Indicator
Foot
Pedal
Primary
Regulator
• 1 Dual Split-Second Sizer Inflator
• 1 Helium/Nitrogen Regulator
• 1 Supply Hose & Foot Pedal Control
• 2 Latex Balloon Filling Outlets
• 1 Power Cord
• 1 Double Bubble Outlet
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On/Off
LED Mode Indicator
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Select and set the proper mode by
pressing the mode setting button.
The LED display will indicate which
mode the Dual Split-Second Sizer is
in. (See Chart Below)
Setting the Dual Split-Second Sizer
Mode Settings
LED will light to indicate which mode
the Dual Split-Second Sizer is set to.
(see photo #2)
Place the balloon over the inflating
outlet. Slightly roll the neck of the
balloon over the inflating tip. This
will insure the gas enters the center
of the balloon and the round shape
of the balloon is maintained during
the inflation process.
Tap the foot pedal to begin the
inflation cycle. When the system
automatically shuts-off, remove the
balloons from the outlets without
allowing any of the gas to escape.
Reference the size setting chart below and
set the Dual Split-Second Sizer to the
appropriate time and pressure settings. To
adjust the inlet pressure, pull the knob up to
release it and turn it clockwise to increase
the pressure and speed of inflation. This will
increase the size of the balloon. To decrease
the size of the balloon and speed of
inflation, turn the knob counter-clockwise.
Press the knob down to lock it in place after
making the desired setting.
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6.6 Seconds 6.9 Seconds
80 PSI 80 PSI
14”
16”
Dual Split-Second Sizer Settings Chart
BALLOON
SIZE
4.2 Seconds
4.4 Seconds
80 PSI 80 PSI
60/40 HELIUM/AIR OUTLET
1 Outlet 2 Outlets
60/40 Helium/Air Outlet Settings
The following settings should be used as guidelines for the using
the optional 60/40 Helium/Air Outlet with the Dual Split-Second
Sizer. The 60/40 Helium/Air Outlet is recommended for use with
14” or larger balloons. (See back page for details).
BALLOON
SIZE
5”
N/A N/A
N/A N/A
0.6 Seconds 0.8 Seconds
70 PSI 70 PSI
1.1 Seconds 1.4 Seconds
70 PSI 70 PSI
2.0 Seconds 2.7 Seconds
70 PSI 70 PSI
3.2 Seconds 4.1 Seconds
70 PSI 70 PSI
0.2 Seconds 0.3 Seconds
90 PSI 75 PSI
1.5 Seconds 1.9 Seconds
75 PSI 75 PSI
2.8 Seconds 3.7 Seconds
75 PSI 75 PSI
5.2 Seconds 6.5 Seconds
75 PSI 75 PSI
8.3 Seconds 9.9 Seconds
75 PSI 90 PSI
0.3 Seconds 0.5 Seconds
75 PSI 75 PSI
1.9 Seconds 3.1 Seconds
75 PSI 75 PSI
3.4 Seconds 5.5 Seconds
75 PSI 75 PSI
6.3 Seconds 9.9 Seconds
90 PSI 90 PSI
N/A N/A
N/A N/A
9”
11”
14”
16”
HELIUM
1 Outlet 2 Outlets 1 Outlet 2 Outlets
NITROGEN
1 Outlet 2 Outlets
AIR COMPRESSOR
The following settings should be used as guidelines for the Dual Split-Second Sizer. Please note that size settings will vary based on user preference, balloon color
and manufacturer. To adjust the size of balloon to your individual preference it is necessary to inflate test balloons. PSI SETTINGS refer to the gauge located on
adjustable regulator at the back of Dual Split-Second Sizer. This controls the speed of the inflation cycle. SECONDS SETTINGS refers to the tenth of a second
increment readouts on digital display(s) on Dual Split-Second Sizer.
Important: To ensure consistent balloon sizing when using helium or nitrogen, it is necessary to check the size of the balloons every 1/3 of a cylinder of
gas. If necessary, increase the size of the balloon by either increasing the size setting or the inlet pressure.
MODE 1
Use Mode 1 to inflate two
balloons to the same size.
Timer A
Timer B
Left Outlet
Right Outlet
ON
OFF
ON
ON
MODE 2
Use Mode 2 to inflate one balloon
or when using an accessory outlet.
Timer A
Timer B
Left Outlet
Right Outlet
MODE 3
Use Mode 3 to inflate two
balloons to different sizes.
Timer A
Timer B
Left Outlet
Right Outlet
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON

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1. Pull the neck
of the inside
11” balloon
while pinching
the necks of
the 2 balloons
together.
2. Stretch the neck
of the inside 11”
balloon around
the neck of the
outside16” balloon.
3. Tie
off the
balloon.
1. Press-fit the Double Bubble Outlet
onto the inflating outlets of the Dual
Split-Second Sizer. Attach the yellow
hose to the right outlet and the blue
hose to the left outlet.
2. Set the Dual Split-Second Sizer to
MODE 3 on the control panel. Reference
the following chart to set the unit to properly
inflate the balloons.
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Double Bubble Inflation Instructions
3. Place the 11" balloon over the
blue hose.
4. Place the 16" balloon over the 11"
balloon and the yellow hose. Hold firmly
to prevent helium from escaping during
the inflation process.
5. Tap the foot pedal to inflate
the balloons. After the balloons
are fully inflated, pinch the
neck of the balloons together
and remove the Double Bubble
outlet quickly to prevent helium
from escaping.
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Tying Double Bubble Balloons
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Outside Balloon: 16"
60 PSI
Right outlet, yellow hose,
Dual Sizer Setting: 3.7 Seconds
Inside Balloon: 11"
60 PSI
Left outlet, blue hose,
Dual Sizer Setting: 1.7 Seconds
Double Bubble Balloon Size Chart
Auto-Fill Foil Outlet Instructions
1. The Dual Split-Second Sizer includes a quick disconnect port
located on the back of the unit. The Auto-Fill Foil Outlet will easily
snap into place when pushed into the port.
2. Place the foil balloon over the inflating outlet. Pinch the neck of
the balloon between thumb and forefinger and press down on the
outlet. Support the foil balloon in an upright position to insure the
neck of the balloon does not fold over the outlet and restrict the
flow of helium. When the balloon has reached the proper pressure
the inflator will automatically shut off the helium flow.
Remove the balloon from the outlet and attach a ribbon and a balloon
weight.
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Important Guidelines When Using an Air Compressor
• Compressor must build up the tank pressure before inflating balloons.
• The output setting on the air compressor should not exceed 80 PSI. If
the compressor is set higher than 80 PSI, the Dual Split-Second Sizer will
out-perform the compressor’s storage tank capacity.
• After each job, blow down the compressor to remove water collected
in the tank during compression. The Dual Sizer will require factory
rework and recalibration if moisture enters its system.
• Power surges will affect the Dual Split-Second Sizer accuracy - line voltage
must be steady at 120 volts.
The Air Compressor Hook-Up, with quick-
disconnect fittings, allows user to operate Dual
Split-Second Sizer up to 12-ft. away from the
compressor. Hook-Up air line also includes a filter
that prevents dirt and moisture from entering
the inflator.
Conwin # 36340
Air Compressor Hook-Up
The hand-tight HI-FLOAT®Outlet enables the user
to inflate balloons filled with HI-FLOAT®neck up.
This prevents any HI-FLOAT®from getting into the
Dual Split-Second Sizer.
Conwn # 36320
The 60/40 Helium/Air Outlet enables the
user to inflate 14” or larger balloons
with a mixture of 60% helium and 40%
air. The 60/40 Helium/Air Outlet easily
attaches to the Dual Split-Second Sizer
with a hand-tight connection.
Conwin # 36310
The Insider Balloon Stuffing Tool is an
accessory item for Conwin’s automatic sizing
inflators. This fast and easy-to-use tool
efficiently fills large balloons with the
maximum number of small balloons. The
Insider can be clamped to any convenient
table or workstation. Conwin # 85900
The Insider
Balloon Stuffing Tool
HI-FLOAT®Outlet
60/40 Helium-Air Outlet
04102006
Service & Warranty
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Designs
Add-On Foot Pedal
With the Add-On Foot Pedal, two
people can use the Dual Split-
Second Sizer at the same time!
Conwin # 36330
Save time by dispensing Hi-Float™ and inflating
balloons right from the pump outlet.
Conwin # 36400
Helium/ Hi-Float Adapter
Air Compressor Recommendations
Most air compressors are factory set to automatically cycle on at 90 PSI
and automatically cycle off at 120 PSI. The Dual Split-Second Sizer must
have a steady supply of air or gas to produce equal size balloons. For
accurate sizing, it is essential to work within the limits of the cubic foot per
minute capacity of the air compressor.
Air Compressor Required Specifications
• Primary Moisture Filter
• 20 Gallon Storage Tank
• Cycle Pressure: 90 PSI On - 120 PSI Off
• Compressed Air Availability: 6.5 Cubic Foot/Minute @ 90 PSI
Shutting Down the Dual Split-Second Sizer
1. Close the cylinder valve and turn the air compressor off.
2. Press down the foot pedal to cycle the system until all the pressure has been released from the unit.
3. Disconnect the supply hose from the back of the sizer. Remove regulator from the cylinder.
4. Unscrew the inflating outlets and place them in the compartment located in the lid of the carrying case.
5. Pack the Dual Sizer, supply hose, power cord, and regulator in carrying case.
The He/N2 Quick Switch allows the user to
switch from helium to nitrogen by turning the
knob. Exclusively designed to be used with
Conwin’s Duplicator 2 and Dual Split-Second
Sizer models that feature the second stage
regulator separate from the supply line and
primary regulator.
Conwn # 36350
He/N2Quick Switch
This compact unit provides
power for over 5 hours of
continual use! It features a
built-in consumption meter, a
recharger, and even comes
with its own convenient
soft pack. It's a must for
on-the-job decorating!
Conwn # 86000
Portable Power Pack
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Accessories on Conwin’s
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Dual Split-Second Sizer Accessories