Garner HD-2 Series Specification sheet

HD-2 Operation and Installation Manual
HD-2 Series
Continuous Degaussing System
Operation and Installation Manual
www.GarnerProducts.com
[phone]
10620 Industrial Ave. Suite 100
Roseville, CA 95678
Manufactured in the U.S.A
PN 4075-289 Rev 001

HD-2 Operation and Installation Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION 1
INSPECTION 1
INTRODUCTION 1
MAGNETIC FIELDS 1
Magnetic fields measured around perimeter 1
Pace Maker Users 1
SPECIFICATIONS 2
INSTALLATION 3
Power Requirements 3
Line Voltage Selection Reference 3
Input Voltage Configuration WARNING 4
Power Plug 7
Fuse Block 7
Location 7
Cooling 7
OPERATION 8
Degaussing Instructions 8
Automatic Degaussing
Degaussing Instructions for DLT Media.
Degaussing Overview: 9
Controls and Indicators: 10
POWER Button (RED)
LCD Display
Media Drawer
Automatic Degaussing Technical Detail 10
Error Codes 11
Charge Error
Drawer Open Error
Gauss Error
Overheat Error
PARTS LIST MODEL HD-2 12
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 13

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GENERAL INFORMATION
INSPECTION
Inspect the degausser for shipping damage as soon as it is unpacked. If the degausser
or any accessories are damaged or fail to operate correctly, notify carrier and Garner
Products, Inc. immediately. For assistance from Garner Products, Inc. call (916) 784-
0200 or fax [phone]. For warranty information, please refer to the Warranty
section inside this manual.
INTRODUCTION
The Garner Products, Inc. Model HD-2 is a continuous duty capacitive discharge
degausser. The HD-2 is designed to erase hard drives and tape cartridges that fit
inside the drawer. The convenient drawer loading design accommodates many
different types and sizes of media, without the need for adapters.
MAGNETIC FIELDS
Magnetic fields measured around perimeter
The HD-2 produces a single focused magnetic pulse lasting less than 1/20 of a second.
The focused intensity allows the HD-2 to erase today’s highest coercivity media while
also limiting the magnetic field exposure to 1 second for every 20 pieces of media
degaussed.
Distance from
degausser
Magnetic
field(Front Panel)
Magnetic
field(Side)
Duration of Field
0cm (0 inches)
620 gauss
328 gauss
< 0.05 Second
10cm (4 inches)
249 gauss
81 gauss
< 0.05 Second
20cm (8 inches)
85 gauss
26 gauss
< 0.05 Second
30cm (12 inches)
19 gauss
8 gauss
< 0.05 Second
Note: The testing room measured 0.4 gauss before degausser was plugged in.
Average Operational Distance (AOD) from user to the HD-2 is 12-18 inches (30-45cm).
According to the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH)
Threshold Limit Values (2005) - Static Magnetic Fields, whole body exposure limits
recommended for an 8 hour shift are 600 gauss. Because of the short duration of each
pulse from an HD-2 (1/20th* of a second) and the extremely small magnetic field outside
of the unit (<19 gauss, AOD) the total 8 hour whole body exposure is 1/120th of the
recommended limit.
*Pulse duration was rounded to ½ second per discharge for calculations to cover any build up of
magnetic fields generated before or after discharge.
Pace Maker Users
Due to stray magnetic fields, consult your physician before operating.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply (HD-2):
Selectable: 95~105, 105~115, 115~125, 215~225, 225~235 or
235~240, See “Input Voltage Configuration” section of this manual.
Power Consumption
(HD-2):
100V: Under Standby 0.3A
While charging 5.0A
At the time of ERASE 0.6A
110V: Under Standby 0.25A
While charging 4.5A
At the time of ERASE 0.55A
120V: Under Standby 0.2A
While charging 4.0A
At the time of ERASE 0.5A
220V: Under Standby 0.17A
While charging 2.5A
At the time of ERASE 0.35A
230V: Under Standby 0.16A
While charging 2.25A
At the time of ERASE 0.325A
240V: Under Standby 0.15A
While charging 2.0A
At the time of ERASE 0.3A
Degausser System:
Capacitive Discharge
Operating Time Duty Cycle:
Continuous
Erasing time:
< 10 milliseconds
Cycle time:
60 seconds per cycle.
Magnetic Field:
8,500 Oe Peak ; 8,300 Oe measured in center.
Max. Media Size:
108mm (4.25 in.)(W) x 38mm (1.50 in.)(H) x 149mm (5.86 in.)(D)
Erasing Area Size:
108mm (4.25 in.)(W) x 38mm (1.50 in.)(H) x 149mm (5.86 in.)(D)
Media:
2.5 type HDD, 3.5 type HDD, DLT, LTO, 3490 and more
Temperature:
5°C - 40°C (41°F - 104°F)
Humidity:
10%H - 40%H (without condensation)
Weight:
HD-2: 32 lbs. (14.54 kg)
Shipping: 39 lbs. (17.72 kg)
Dimensions:
HD-2: 13 in. x 17.5 in. 7.375 in. (34cm x 45cm x 19cm)
Shipping: 23 in.x18 in.x11 in . (61cm x 46cm x 30.5cm)
Warranty:
1 Year Factory Warranty Standard, Optional 3 Year Factory
Warranty available.

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INSTALLATION
All trouble shooting and wiring checks must be performed by a
qualified electrician or authorized plant personnel.
Power Requirements
It is important to ensure correct power is applied to the degausser. Unless otherwise
specified and noted on the power specification label on the back of the HD-2, the HD-2
is factory configured for 120VAC. Check the power specifications label to ensure the
factory configured HD-2 input voltage is configured to match the voltage from the power
mains the HD-2 will plug into.Call Garner Products, Inc. if the voltage listed is not
compatible with your voltage or if you have any questions. International customers call
011 916 784-0200.
Line Voltage Selection Reference
The Line Voltage Selection Reference is a guide for configuring the voltage jumper to
the correct tap of the transformer. This allows the HD-2 to be used world wide under a
variety of voltages. For detailed instruction please see the “Input Voltage Configuration”
section of this manual.
All trouble shooting and wiring checks must be performed by a
qualified electrician or authorized plant personnel.

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Input Voltage Configuration WARNING
The HD-2 model is equipped with a voltage selection block allowing the HD-2 to be
configured for use in any country.
To check or change the voltage configuration of the HD-2, follow the steps listed below:
All trouble shooting and wiring checks must be performed by a
qualified electrician or authorized plant personnel.
1)
Read the Warning
labels. All trouble
shooting and wiring
checks must be
performed by a
qualified electrician or
authorized plant
personnel.
2) Remove the power cord
from the back of the HD-
2.
3)
Using a Torx T-20
driver, remove (3)
screws from each side,
and (7) screws from
both the front and back
in order to remove the
top cover.

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4)
Lift the top cover as
shown being careful as
a ground wire is still
internally attached.
Carefully place the cover
next to the HD-2 as
shown..
5)
To change the jumper
position, pull the brown
jumper wire from the
front side of the fuse
block and move it to the
corresponding terminal
that matches the power
mains outlet voltage.
Notice, this photo shows
the correct jumper
setting for 120 VAC.

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6) Notice, this photo shows
the correct jumper
setting for 240 VAC.
7)
Replace the Top Cover
and the screws.

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Power Plug
Plug the EIA connector attached to the power cord supplied into the receptacle on the
back of the HD-2.
Fuse Block
Located behind the removable panel on the front side of the HD-2, there are six
separate fuses, one each for 100, 110, 120, 220, 230 & 240 VAC power. Only one fuse
is used at a time. Therefore, for any voltage range, the two unused fuses of the same
value can be used as spares.
Location
The degausser must be placed on a flat, hard surface. Keep at least a 6 inch (15cm)
distance from any object that may interfere with the cooling fan exhaust located on the
backside of the degausser. As a general rule, media not intending to be erased should
be kept about 60cm (2 feet) away.
Cooling
Forced air-cooling is used to maintain safe operating temperatures within the
degausser. The air intake is located on the back panel and the exhaust is through the
holes in the top panel. To ensure proper cooling, do not block the air-intake or exhaust
and maintain at least a 15cm (6 inches) distance from the back of the degausser to any
obstacle.

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OPERATION
Degaussing Instructions
Automatic Degaussing
Step 1
Press power button ON.
Step 2
Lift up on the drawer to unlock it and slide the drawer out
until it stops
Step 3
Place the media into the drawer and push the drawer to the
closed position.
Note:
Closing of the drawer automatically starts the degauss
cycle. After approximately 60 seconds, the LCD will read
“Remove Media” indicating that the media has been
degaussed and is ready for removal from the media drawer.
Step 4
Remove media by lifting up and sliding out the drawer.
Step 5
Insert another hard drive or turn the power off and close the
drawer.
Degaussing Instructions for DLT Media.
Remove the plastic protective cases. Simply follow the degaussing instructions above
for complete erasure.
Note: For DLT media that is to be re-used.
Although the data is completely degaussed in one operation, a second pass rotated at
90 degrees is required to smooth out any magnetic fluctuation. Note: If the second
pass is not completed, the tape drive may eject the tape from the tape drive and
indicate that the tape needs cleaning. The second pass at 90 degrees will correct this
condition.
If you have any questions, please call Garner Products, Inc. at 1-800-624-1903 or 916-
784-0200.
First Pass
Second Pass

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Degaussing Overview:
The LCD display gives status, automatic count, total count, software version, field
strength, user instructions and fault messages.
The following information appears on the LCD Display from power-up through one
automatic degaussing cycle:
Action
LCD Display
Description
Step 1:
Press POWER
button ON
GARNER
PRODUCTS, INC.
Displays Manufacturer.
HD-2
DATA ELIMINATOR
Displays Degausser Model.
FIRMWARE VER
##
Displays current firmware version.
TOTAL
# −− ##
Displays total erasing cycles.
Number on left indicates number of
times the counter reached 50,000.
Insert Media
Session = 0
Ready for media to be placed in
the Media Drawer.
Counter for erase cycles from
power up.
Step 2:
Insert media
Drawer Open
Indicates media drawer is open –
this is normal when inserting media
to be erased.
Erase Cycle
Initiated
Drawer has closed and the erase
cycle has started.
Charging
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Displays capacitor charging status.
--------------===|==
Visual indicator of erasing field
strength.
Data Eliminated
Indicates power and erasing field
strength was verified good and
data has been eliminated.
Step 3: Remove Media
Session = 0
Erase cycle has completed. Open
drawer and remove media.

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Controls and Indicators:
POWER Button (RED)
The power button switches the power on and off.
LCD Display
The LCD display gives status, automatic count, total count, software version,
field strength, user instructions and fault messages.
Media Drawer
The media drawer holds the media to be degaussed and activates and
deactivates the degaussing cycle when in the closed and open positions.
Automatic Degaussing Technical Detail
1) The LCD displays “Insert Media Session = #”.
2) The media to be degaussed is inserted into the media drawer. While the drawer
is open, the LCD will display “Drawer Open”.
3) Sensors in the HD-2 detect the open / closed status of the drawer and
automatically initiate the degaussing process when the drawer is fully closed.
The LCD will display “Erase Cycle Initiated” followed by “CHARGING >>>>>”
4) When the capacitors are fully charged, the capacitors energy will be released
into the degaussing coil to create the erasing field.
5) To ensure complete erasure, each erase cycle is measured to ensure the
strength of the erase field is sufficient for complete erasure of data. In addition,
the LCD will display a Field Strength Graph “--------==I===” of the actual erase
field giving the operator real time status of the HD-2. The “I” in the graph
represents the strength of the erase field. The “=====” portion of the graph
represents the normal range for field strength level. The “I” within the “--------
=====” indicates the erase field strength. The position of the “I” can vary from
cycle to cycle as it is based on the actual field strength.
6) If the field is in the normal range, the LCD will display “DATA ELIMINATED”.
7) If the field is not in the normal range, the LCD will display “ERASE FAILURE”. In
this case, the media should be erased again. To clear the “ERASE FAILURE”
message, power cycle the HD-2 by pushing the power button off, wait one
minute and then press the power back on. If another erase failure happens, call
Garner Products Customer Support for assistance.
8) When the LCD displays “REMOVE MEDIA”. Follow the steps to open the media
drawer and remove the degaussed media.
9) The HD-2’s internal counter will advance one count and display the total number
of media degaussed for the current session.

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Error Codes
Charge Error
“CHARGE ERROR” is displayed on the LCD screen. This error indicates that the HD-2
failed to charge to the determined power level necessary to successfully erase the
media in the degaussing chamber.
Action: Turn off the HD-2 for one minute and restart. (Turning off the power to the HD-
2 will clear the error.) If the error repeats, have the power mains checked and also
check the HD-2 to make sure the power setting is set to match the power mains. If
error persists, call Garner Products customer support.
Drawer Open Error
The LCD displays “DRAWER OPEN”. This error indicates that the Media Drawer is not
completely closed. The HD-2 continuously checks to see if the Media Drawer is closed.
If the drawer is not closed, the “DRAWER OPEN” will persist on the LCD. Once the
drawer is closed, the HD-2 will automatically continue the erase function.
Action: Check to see that drawer is seated in detent.
Gauss Error
The LCD displays “GAUSS ERROR”. This error indicates the erasing field may not
have been adequate to effectively erase the media in the degaussing chamber.
Action: Turn off the HD-2 for approximately one minute. Turning off the power to the
HD-2 will clear the error. Turn the HD-2 back on. To initiate the degauss cycle with
media already in the media drawer, open the media drawer and close it. The media in
the degaussing chamber will be erased if the field is sufficient otherwise the “Gauss
Error” will persist on the LCD screen. If error persists, call Garner Products customer
support.
Overheat Error
LCD displays “OVERHEAT”. This error indicates the internal temperature has risen to a
level that may be harmful to the HD-2.
Action: When the HD-2 indicates an overheat error, it will inhibit any further operation
until the HD-2 returns to an acceptable temperature. Leave the HD-2 powered on as
the chassis fan will help reduce the heat inside the HD-2. When the temperature is low
enough, the HD-2 will return to normal operation. If this error persists, call Garner
Products customer support.

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PARTS LIST MODEL HD-2
Part Number
Description
1500-045
Capacitor, 6800uf 550VDC
2600-016
Fan, 115V 50/60Hz 3.625” sq x 1”
2600-017
Filter Assy, HD-2
2600-018
Finger guard
2825-029
Feet, Rubber
320-0007
Rectifier, bridge 35A
356-0001
SS Relay, 240VAC 40A
3700-002
Sensor, reflective
3700-006
Display, 2x16 LCD
375-0049
Thermostat, OP 210F
398-0073
Power cord set, 10A 120V
4075-289
Manual, operation
4300-033
Fuse, 3.15A 250V
4300-034
Fuse, 1.6A 250V
4300-025
Fuse holder, 5 x 20mm
4800-009
Thyristor Module
4800-028
Diode module, 600V100A
5100-034
Switch, power rocker
5600-025
Transformer, HD-2 series
SA1400-347
Assy, Chassis Base
SA1400-349
Assy, Coil Clamp
SA1700-204G
PCB Assy, SS Controller
SA1800-103
Coil Assy, 160W
SA1400-350
Assy, Media Drawer
SA3700-006B
Assy, door sensor
SA6000-174
Harness, Main

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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GARNER PRODUCTS, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY
AND
WARRANTY RETURN POLICY
Garner Products, Inc. (“Garner”) warrants this Garner-branded product against defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase by the original end-user as evidenced by original end-user’s
packing slip or invoice (“Warranty Period”). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its
option, Garner will either: (1) repair the product, (2) exchange the product, or (3) request that end-user replace defective parts
with new or refurbished user-installable parts that Garner provides in fulfillment of its warranty obligations. A replacement
product or part, including a user-installable part that has been installed in accordance with instructions provided by Garner,
assumes the remaining warranty of the original product or ninety (90) days from the date of replacement or repair, whichever
provides longer coverage. Garner’s obligation is limited to the cost of material and labor to repair or replace and does not
include transportation expenses.
LIMITATIONS
This warranty does not apply: (a) to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches, dents and broken plastic; (b) to
normal wear; (c) to damage caused by accident, abuse, neglect, misuse, flood, fire, earthquake or other external causes; (d) to
damage caused by operating the product outside the permitted or intended uses described by Garner; (e) to damage caused by
service performed by anyone who is not a representative of Garner or a Garner authorized service provider; (f) to a product or
part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability without the written permission of Garner; or (g) if any Garner serial
number has been removed or defaced.
DISCLAIMER
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, STATUTORY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. AS PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, GARNER SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL
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FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS, IF GARNER
CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY AND TO
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT SERVICE AS DETERMINED BY GARNER IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION. No Garner dealer,
reseller, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. If any term is held to
be illegal or unenforceable, the legality or enforceability of the remaining terms shall not be affected or impaired.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GARNER IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH
OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION, OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF
USE; LOSS OF REVENUE; LOSS OF ACTUAL OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS ON
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OF REPUTATION; LOSS OF DAMAGE TO OR CORRUPTION OF DATA; OR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS
OR DAMAGE HOWSOEVER CAUSED INCLUDING THE REPLACEMENT OF EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY, ANY COSTS
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FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF DATA. IN NO EVENT SHALL GARNER BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS,
WHETHER ARISING FROM BREACH OF CONTRACT OR WARRANTY OR CLAIMS OF NEGLIGENCE OR NEGLIGENT
MANUFACTURE, IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE.
WARRANTY RETURN POLICY
If a problem occurs with this product, contact Garner directly by Email [e-mail] by phone at (916) 784-
0200 to obtain technical support and/or to get a Return Authorization Number (RA#). All returns must be specifically authorized
by Garner prior to shipment and returned to Garner FREIGHT PREPAID with the RA# marked prominently near the shipping
label. Securely package the product. It is end-user’s responsibility to ensure the product is packaged properly to prevent
damage during transit to Garner.Garner will provide product packaging to end-user at end-user’s request and expense.
Enclose proper documentation, including RA#, the return address, a name and phone number of the contact person, the serial
number of the merchandise being returned and a description of the reason for the return. Omission of any of this information
may delay service. Garner recommends end-user insure the shipment; otherwise end-user accepts the risk if product is lost or
damaged in shipment.
Garner will pay to ship the repaired or replacement products to end-user’s shipping dock if end-user’s delivery address is in the
United States (excluding Puerto Rico and U.S. possessions and territories); otherwise Garner will ship the product to end-user
freight collect. Garner will select method for return shipment. Alternate shipment methods may be made at end-user’s expense.