ITW SIMCO ION Aerostat PC2 User manual

Benchtop Ionizing Blower
Aerostat® PC2
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Aerostat PC2 5201334 Rev. A

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY WARNINGS...............................................................................................1
2. DESCRIPTION.........................................................................................................2
Product Features ..................................................................................................................2
Performance.........................................................................................................................3
Power Requirements............................................................................................................4
3. SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................5
4. INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................6
Important Safety Information .............................................................................................6
Placement & Mounting .......................................................................................................6
Power Connections ..............................................................................................................8
5. OPERATION............................................................................................................9
Operating Environment .......................................................................................................9
Controls & LED Indicators.................................................................................................9
Balance ..............................................................................................................................10
Alarms ...............................................................................................................................11
FMS Relay Contact ...........................................................................................................13
Optional Air Filter .............................................................................................................13
6. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................... 14
Scheduling.........................................................................................................................14
Cleaning ............................................................................................................................14
7. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................... 16
8. PARTS & ACCESSORIES...................................................................................... 17
9. WARRANTY ......................................................................................................... 18
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1. SAFETY WARNINGS
Carefully read the following safety information before installing or operating the
equipment.
Failure to follow these safety warnings could result in damage to your ionization
system and/or voiding the product warranty.
This instruction manual uses symbols to identify dangerous situations as follows:
GENERAL SAFETY
NOTE – Statements identified with NOTE indicate precautions necessary to
avoid potential equipment failure.
CAUTION – Statements identified with CAUTION indicate potential safety
hazards.
WARNING – Statements identified with WARNING indicate potential serious
injury hazards.
PRODUCT SAFETY
NOTE – Do not attempt to operate at voltages other than those specified.
NOTE – Do not allow dust, dirt or debris to block or obstruct air flow inlets or
outlets.
NOTE – This equipment must be correctly installed and properly maintained.
Adhere to the following notes for safe installation and operation:
1. Read instruction manual before installing or operating equipment.
2. Only qualified service personnel are to perform installation and repairs.
3. All equipment must be properly grounded, including the machine frame to
which the equipment is mounted.
4. Turn off input power to unit before connecting or disconnecting other
equipment.
5. Do not operate the system in close proximity to fumes and flammable liquids.
WARNING – Electric Shock Hazard
Electrical installation and repairs must be performed by a skilled electrical
engineer according to the applicable national and local regulations. The
equipment must be properly grounded. Grounding is required to ensure safe
and proper operation and to prevent electrical shocks upon contact.
WARNING – Fire Hazard
Keep the unit dry. Do not operate the unit in flammable or explosive
environments.
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2. DESCRIPTION
Simco-Ion's Aerostat PC2 is a lightweight, high-performance benchtop ionizer
featuring a three-speed fan for varying applications. The Aerostat PC2 small
footprint design occupies much less workspace than traditional blowers. With its
universal mounting stand, the Aerostat PC2 can be used at virtually any location
to control static charge where contamination, ESD, material-handling problems, or
microprocessor lock-up occurs. The Aerostat PC2 is also light enough to be easily
mounted above workstations for space-constrained benchtop areas.
The Aerostat PC2 uses the Simco-Ion patented "Micropulse" Technology to meet
the performance, particle cleanliness, and low maintenance requirements necessary
to maximize production yield in many applications.
The Aerostat PC2 is available with an optional heater to reduce the effects of wind
chill.
This manual covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Aerostat PC2
Ionizing Blower.
Product Features
The Aerostat PC2 has the following unique features and benefits:
• Patented "Micropulse" Technology with high-efficiency output that provides
long periods between maintenance cycles
• Internal closed-loop feedback control maintains balance at +/-10V or better
• LEDs and audible alarm (if ordered) for both high voltage fault and fan
status
• Employs a high efficiency, multi-speed fan to produce a strong ionized
airflow
• Built-in brush cleaner for easy, periodic cleaning of emitters
• Universal AC input accepts all IEC power cords
• A relay contact is provided for monitoring of ionizer's operational status via
the end user's facility monitoring system (FMS)
• An optional heater for reducing the wind chill effect (an optional feature
available at the at the time of purchase)
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Front Panel Rear Panel
1. Emitter Point Cleaner
2. Status Lights: Power, Fan, Fault
3. Power Switch
1. Fan Speed Switch
2. Balance Adjust
3. FMS Output
4. Ground
5. Fuse Holder
6. Power Cord Clamp
7. Power Cord Inlet
Figure 1. Aerostat PC2 Front-panel
(non-heater version)
Figure 2. Aerostat PC2 Rear Panel
Performance
The Model Aerostat PC2 is factory adjusted to meet the specifications described
below:
• 2.0 seconds or less @ 12” (30 cm)
• 3.0 seconds or less @ 24” (60 cm)
• 5.0 seconds or less @ 36” (91 cm)
• 8.0 seconds or less @ 48” (122 cm)
These decay times are directly in line with the center of the fan, ±1000V to 100V.
Measurements were taken at the stated distance at high fan speed using a charged
plate monitor in accordance with ESD Association Ionization Standard ANSI/ESD
STM3.1-2015.
Discharge times may be different when tested within your operating environment.
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The PC2 will maintain a balance around zero of ±10V or less in a humidity-
controlled environment. Performance in extreme environments may vary. When
using the optional fan filter, the unit's performance will be reduced between 10-40%
depending upon the speed of the blower and the distance to the target.
Power Requirements
The Aerostat PC2 requires different input voltages depending on heater or without
heater.
• 100-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.2A,10W max (no heater)
• 100-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0A, 250W max (with heater)
• 220-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.0A, 250W max (with heater)
CAUTION – The use of improper input voltage may result in poor performance
or damage to the unit. Damage caused to the power supply from operation at
levels outside the specified limits will void the warranty.
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3. SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage
100-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.2A, 10W max, fuse 0.63A 250V Slo-Blo
120V Heater Option: 100-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0A, 250W, fuse 2.5A 250V Slo-Blo
220V Heater Option: 220-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.0A, 250W, fuse 1.6A 250V Slo-Blo
Discharge
1
2.0 sec @ 1' (30 cm) (1000-100V high fan speed)
Balance 0 ±10V (typ)
Coverage 1'W x 4'L (30 x 122 cm) area
Ion Emission Micropulse AC Ionization
Emitters Stainless Steel emitter points
Controls POWER ON/OFF, FAN SPEED control LOW/MEDIUM/HIGH
Indicators Green POWER on, red FAN alarm, red FAULT alarm LEDs
Audible Alarm Fault and Fan stall (optional)
FMS Connector RJ-9 4P/4C receptacle, relay contact rated +/-24VDC @ 0.2A max
Air Volume 129 cfm (high fan speed)
Air Velocity
2
370 fpm @ 12", 240 fpm @ 24", 164 fpm @ 36", 120 fpm @ 48" (high fan)
Audible Noise 61 dB (low fan speed), 64 dB (high fan speed) measured 2’in front of blower
Ozone <0.05 ppm measured @ 1’(305 mm) in front of blower
Operating Env. Temperature 50-95°F (10-35°C); humidity 30-60% RH, non-condensing
Mounting Stand Powder-coated aluminum with skid resistant rubber feet
Enclosure Powder-coated aluminum
Air Filter 30 ppi open cell foam lter with bracket (optional)
Dimensions 9.1”H x 6.8”W x 3.3”D (23.1H x 17.3W x 8.4D cm) with stand
Weight 2.8 lbs (1.25 kg) with stand with skid resistant rubber feet
Warranty Two-year limited warranty
Certications
1. Tested in accordance with ANSI/ESD STM3.1-2015.
2. High fan speed; velocity in fpm measured at centerline of the air stream.
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4. INSTALLATION
Important Safety Information
Carefully read the following safety information before installing or operating the
equipment. Failure to follow these safety warnings could damage to your ionization
system and/or void the product warranty.
• The use of improper input voltage may result in poor performance or
damage to the ionizer will also void the warranty.
• This product is supplied with a 3-prong grounding plug, which must be
inserted in an appropriate, properly wired, and grounded receptacle. Do
not defeat the electrical ground. For safety, the use of extension cords is not
recommended.
• Do not use this Blower in an explosive environment. Poorly maintained
Ionizers could produce miniscule electric arcs along the emitter which
may cause detonation in an explosive environment. Read Section 4 Power
Connections and Section 5 Operating Environment before applying power
to the unit.
• Avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment, do not perform any
maintenance other than that contained in these instructions. Do not insert
anything within the intake or outlet grills.
• There are no user-replaceable parts for this blower other than the power
fuse. Any unauthorized service will void the warranty and may result in
additional repair charges. Contact your local Simco-Ion representative if the
blower requires service or repair.
• For indoor use only in a non-condensing environment. This product is not
intended for use in tropical climate regions or at altitudes above 2000m.
• Before performing any recommended maintenance, ensure the unit is
powered off and unplugged.
Placement & Mounting
Placement
The PC2 should be positioned to cover as much of the target area as possible with
the ionized air stream. Keep at least a 6 inches clearance between walls or any objects
and the rear of the PC2 to allow for adequate air intake.
The Aerostat PC2 should be placed approximately 1 to 4 feet (0.3 to 1.2m) from
neutralized objects or the critical work area. Discharge times are longer the further
away the PC2 is placed from the target area. Testing by Simco-Ion has shown that
the PC2 can ionize a target area further than 4 feet from the blower.
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Operate the Aerostat PC2 ionizer for an initial 24 hours in application area before
any performance measurements are conducted.
Mounting
The Aerostat PC2 comes with a mounting stand pre-assembled to the Blower. The
mounting stand is designed for a free or fixed position on a tabletop or workbench
and mounting to a fixed surface. Holes in the base of the stand are provided for
securing the PC2 to a fixed location using 1/4" (or M6) threaded hardware (not
provided). Self-adhesive skid-resistant rubber feet are supplied with the Blower and
can be installed on the bottom of the stand by the end-user.
Once the Aerostat PC2 is secured to a surface, the mounting stand can be adjusted
and locked to the desired position. Loosen, but do not completely remove, the knobs
on each side of the blower. Tilt the PC2 to the desired position, so the PC2 ionized
airstream is aimed directly at the target with no intervening grounded objects and
re-tighten the knobs to lock the PC2 into place.
Figure 3. Aerostat PC2 Mounting (dimensions shown are in mm)
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Power Connections
The PC2 accepts universal AC input (100-230 VAC 50/60 Hz single phase, no
heater option only). The PC2 is available with different line cords to meet the
main power connection plug requirements in many world areas. The PC2 must be
grounded for safe and proper operation.
Connect the supplied power cord to an appropriate 3-terminal grounded AC power
receptacle.
If the PC2 Blower is installed in an environment that is electrically noisy area, an
additional ground connection can be made to the Blower using the convenience
ground terminal located on the rear panel of the blower.
A cord clamp is supplied with the blower. Use this cord clamp to prevent unwanted
disconnection of the power cord or protect against the accidental loosening of the
power cord due to vibration.
After connecting the power cord to the power inlet connector, fit the power cord
through the cord clamp and secure the clamp to the rear chassis panel with the
supplied #6 nut.
Figure 4. Chassis Ground Stud and Power Cord Clamp
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