ITW Simco-Ion HS Series User manual

IONIZING AIR NOZZLES 5200378 Rev. F
Type HS Shockless
Ionizing Air Nozzles
with F167, F267, N167 and
D167QG Power Supplies
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

IONIZING AIR NOZZLES 5200378 Rev. F
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY WARNINGS............................................................................ 3
2. DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 4
Receipt of Equipment ...........................................................................................................4
Return Shipments .................................................................................................................4
3. SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................ 5
4. INSTALLATION .................................................................................. 6
Placement Recommendations...............................................................................................6
Power Supply Mounting .......................................................................................................7
Installing High Voltage Cables .............................................................................................7
Special Instruction for Shielded High Voltage Cables .........................................................7
5. OPERATION ...................................................................................... 9
6. TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................................10
7. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................11
Ionizing Emitter Points .......................................................................................................11
To Disassemble...................................................................................................................12
To Reassemble ....................................................................................................................12
8. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ...............................................13
9. WARRANTY.....................................................................................14

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1. SAFETY WARNINGS
NOTE – This equipment must be correctly installed and 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 should perform installation and repairs.
3. All equipment must be properly grounded, including the machine frame to which the
equipment is mounted.
CAUTION – Electrical Shock Hazard – Always disconnect power supply before
connecting or disconnecting static neutralizing equipment. Avoid touching static
neutralizing points when power supply is energized.
CAUTION – Fire Hazard – Do not install or operate equipment in close proximity
to any flammable solvents, flammable materials, or in explosive atmospheres.

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2. DESCRIPTION
Simco-Ion Type HS Ionizing Air Nozzles blow ionized air that simultaneously cleans
while neutralizing static charges on parts and materials. Once neutralized, dust and dirt are
no longer attracted to surfaces and materials are not attracted to each other. The nozzles
are used in conjunction with a Simco-Ion power supply that delivers the high voltage
necessary for operation.
Depending on the application, nozzles can be used individually, or a series of nozzles can
be strung together on a single cable, or they can be strung together on an air header.
Simco-Ion’s F167, F267, N167, N267 and D167QG power supplies are designed as a
power source for the Type HS Ionizing Air Nozzles. This equipment is used to eliminate
or significantly reduce static charges that disrupt manufacturing processes. The high
voltage from the power supply causes the ionizing pin within each nozzle to generate
both positive and negative ions from surrounding air molecules. The static charge on
the material being processed will attract and combine with the oppositely charged ions,
causing the material to be neutralized. The excess ions either recombine in air or dissipate
to ground. The current limiting design of these power supplies assures a maximum short-
circuit current of only 5 mA, providing a safety feature that prevents life threatening
electrical shocks if there is accidental contact with the ionizing pins.
Receipt of Equipment
1. Carefully remove the equipment from its carton.
2. Inspect contents for damage that may have occurred during shipment. If any
damage has occurred, the local carrier should be notified at once. A report should
be forwarded to Simco-Ion, 2257 North Penn Road, Hatfield PA 19440, and
[phone].
3. Empty the carton to ensure that small parts are not discarded.
Return Shipments
Prior to returning goods, contact a Simco-Ion Customer Service Representative for a
Return Authorization Number. This number should be included on the packing list. All
correspondence should also reference the Return Authorization Number. Any item being
returned should be shipped prepaid and packed to provide adequate protection.

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3. SPECIFICATIONS
CAUTION – Do not operate in excess of specifications listed below or serious
personal injury and/or equipment damage may result.
Type HS Ionizing Air Nozzle
Operating Voltage 7 kV AC
Typical Discharge Time 0.6 sec at 6” and 30 psi (5000V to 500V)
Working Distance Up to 10” from target
Operating Temperature 32-150°F Max (0-66°C)
Operating Humidity 70% RH max, no dewing permissible
Compressed Air Supply 15 to 100 psi max (clean, dry air)
Air Supply Connection Nozzles – 1/8” NPT, Air Header – 3/8” NPT
Nozzle Output 4.5 scfm at 30 psi
Dimensions 1 ½” L x 15/16” W x 2 9/16” H
F167 N167 D167QG F267 N267
Input Voltage 120V 120V 120V 230V 230V
Frequency 50/60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 50/60 Hz 60 Hz
Qty of Output Ports 2 4 2 2 4
Capacity 100
Nozzles
200
Nozzles
20 ft.
Shielded Cable
100
Nozzles
200
Nozzles

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4. INSTALLATION
Placement Recommendations
1. Locate nozzles just Prior to where static charges are causing problems. If the material
is subject to ongoing friction, additional static control devices may be needed.
2. The target material should have a background of free air as it passes the nozzles, since
static charges cannot be neutralized from between two surfaces in intimate contact.
Partial contact of the material with a background surface may or may not interfere
with effective static elimination and should be avoided whenever possible.
3. Nozzles may be located above and/or below a web, and may be mounted at any angle
(provided they face the material to be neutralized).
4. Nozzles should be mounted approximately 1” to 2” from the target material. Make
certain the ionized airstreams cover as much of the target as possible to ensure
thorough neutralization and cleaning.
5. The material to be neutralized should not contact the nozzles.
6. Nozzles should be positioned so their airstreams travel in the opposite direction of the
target material. This ensures that any dust or lint is blown back toward the untreated
material.
7. Each nozzle must be properly grounded. When mounted to an air header, the header
will provide a single common ground that must, itself, be properly grounded.
Well suited placement of HS Nozzles for
cleaning and neutralizing sheets and webs
Typical placement of HS Nozzles for
sheet separation on feed pile of printing
presses
CAUTION – Fire Hazard – Do not install or operate equipment in close proximity
to any flammable solvents or in explosive atmospheres.
1. If installing HS Nozzles pre-mounted on an Air Header, skip to step-6 below.
2. When two or more nozzles are supplied for use with a single high voltage cable,
the dead-end nozzle (the last nozzle at the end of the cable farthest from the power

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supply) is pre-attached to the cable. The intermediate (cable-through type) nozzles
are supplied loose and must be placed onto the cable by the user.
3. Thread the high voltage cable from the dead-end nozzle, through each nozzle body,
all the way back to the power supply. Once threaded onto the cable, each intermediate
nozzle may easily be positioned anywhere along it.
4. After threading all the nozzles onto the cable, mount each nozzle in its desired
location using the pipe nipple air connection (see placement recommendations
above). Optional mounting brackets are available (refer to Section 8, Replacement
Parts and Accessories).
5. Connect a wire from the ground lug on each nozzle to an earth ground (such as a
cold water pipe or a well-grounded machine frame). The grounding of each nozzle
is necessary for efficient operation.
6. If installing HS Nozzles pre-mounted on an Air Header, Mount the assembly in the
desired position with the standard mounting brackets supplied. If the brackets cannot
be attached to a well-grounded member or machine frame, install a wire from one of
the brackets to an earth ground (such as a cold water pipe or a well-grounded machine
frame).
7. Connect clean, dry compressed air at a maximum of 100 psi (customer to provide
necessary mating connectors). It is essential that the air be filtered prior to the HS
Nozzles, as contamination may clog the nozzles and result in electrical short circuit.
Power Supply Mounting
1. Mount power supplies to the machine frame (preferably away from operator contact)
whenever possible. Alternatively, mount to a nearby wall or sturdy post.
2. The unit MUST be grounded for ionization to occur.
3. TURN OFF, or otherwise DEENERGIZE, all power supplies at this time.
Installing High Voltage Cables
1. Route the high voltage cables along the machine frame or wall to the power supply.
2. Cable supports are used to guide the cables back to the power supply. All cables must
be kept a minimum of 1/4” away from machine frame and parts, walls and ceilings. If
this is not possible, encase cables in plastic insulating tubing (available from Simco-
Ion).
Special Instruction for Shielded High Voltage Cables
1. Follow the steps outlined below to reduce the overall cable length (shielded cables
only).
2. Disassemble shielding from the nozzle assembly by loosening the setscrew at the
nozzle bushing and power supply bushings. Then remove the shielding and power
supply bushings.

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3. Carefully cut the shielding to desired length with a new hacksaw blade. Strip
the grey coating back ½” and deburr inside and out.
4. Slide the shielding back over the high voltage cable and into the nozzle bushing.
Install the power supply bushing and tighten both setscrews.
5. Cut the high voltage cable to desired length.
NOTE – Use extreme care not to nick or otherwise damage the high
voltage cable.

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5. OPERATION
Before energizing any power supply:
1. Ensure that the nozzles are properly grounded.
2. Ensure that the power supply is properly grounded.
3. Ensure that the nozzles have been properly located, positioned and installed.
After the above checks have been performed, simply energize the power supply and open
the supply of compressed air to the nozzles.
NOTE – Do not allow dust, dirt or debris to block or obstruct the nozzle outlet.
CAUTION – Electrical Shock Hazard – Always disconnect power supply before
cleaning static neutralizing equipment. Avoid touching static neutralizing points
when power supply is energized.

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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
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power supply is defective. To identify the fault, perform the following steps:
a. Turn off power to the Power Supply.
b. Disconnect all static control equipment from the Power Supply.
c. Connect one end of an insulated test wire to the power supply’s ground stud.
d. Energize the power supply. Slowly insert the free end of the test wire into one of
the high voltage receptacles. As the insulated wire approaches the contact within
the terminal, a spark should occur and arcing should be heard. If a spark occurs and
arcing is heard, then the high voltage cable is the cause of the fault. Otherwise, the
power supply is the cause. If either is faulty, contact Simco-Ion Customer Service or
your local Simco-Ion Representative.

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7. MAINTENANCE
NOTE – Only qualified service personnel are to perform maintenance tasks.
CAUTION – Electrical Shock Hazard – Turn off all power supplies before
performing any maintenance tasks.
Ionizing Emitter Points
1. Dust or dirt around the ionization points will reduce the effectiveness of the nozzle. If
metal filings or fragments fall into/onto a nozzle, it is apt to short-circuit and render it
inoperative until the particles are removed. The ionizer must be cleaned periodically
to prevent deposits from accumulating.
2. Simply turn OFF the power supply and clean each point by gently twisting an
ordinary pencil eraser over the ionization point to remove any buildup.
NOTE – Never use hard or sharp objects to scrape ionization points.
3. Ink and resistant coatings may be removed with isopropyl alcohol applied with a
clean cloth or cotton swab.
NOTE – The alcohol must not contain additives.
NOTE – Do not pour alcohol directly onto the nozzle and do not soak any of its
components in alcohol.
CAUTION – Fire Hazard – Ensure all traces of alcohol have been removed and the
nozzle is completely dry before energizing the power supply.
4. Frequency of cleaning should be at least once monthly, or as determined by
inspections based on operating conditions.

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To Disassemble
1. Turn the power supply OFF.
2. Disconnect the airline and the ground wire from the nozzle.
3. Simply remove the nozzle from the high voltage cable by sliding it toward the power
supply and off (first, remove the spring-loaded connector if used).
NOTE – If shielded cable is used, the shielding must first be removed from the
cable before each nozzle can be removed. The shielding can be disconnected
from the nozzle by loosening the setscrew that retains the cable in the connector
at the nozzle.
4. Remove the nozzle tip using a ¾” wrench.
5. Carefully remove the ionizing point using a deep-well 3/16” nut driver.
6. The ionizing point is capacitively coupled to the high voltage cable. The ionizing
point contacts a brass ring that surrounds the cable inside the nozzle body. After the
point has been removed, the brass ring may be removed from the nozzle body by
pushing with a 9/32” dowel. Be careful not to damage the ends of the brass ring or
the cable may not pass through easily upon reassembly.
To Reassemble
1. Reverse above steps. Do not over tighten any parts or threads in the plastic body may
become stripped.
2. When installing the ionizing point, make certain that it is seated against the brass ring
inside the nozzle body. Also, make certain both the nozzle tip and the pipe nipple are
fully seated against the grounding spring that runs through the nozzle body.
NOTE – If shielded cable is used, make certain all shield connections are clean and
secure, since the shielding provides the ground connections necessary for proper
nozzle operation.
3. After reassembly is complete, check that the ionizing point is centered within the
nozzle tip, and then perform an operational check as described in the Troubleshooting
section of this manual.

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8. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
1. Nozzle Body (thru type, standard)
Nozzle Body (Dead end type, standard)
Standard Cable (per foot)
5050049
5050052
4810004
2. Point Assembly 4100023
3. Nozzle – Plated
Nozzle – Stainless Steel
Nozzle – Plated without holes
Nozzle – Stainless Steel without holes
4750068
4370122
4750254
4370121
4. Pipe Nipple – plated ring included
Pipe Nipple – stainless steel ring included
Pipe Nipple – plated terminal included
Pipe Nipple – stainless steel terminal included
5050056
5050057
5050058
5050059
5. Aircock 4750333
6. Header Tube *see below
7. Pipe Plug 4250050
8. Pipe Bushing 4250051
9. Cable Support 4610010
10. Spring Loaded Connector Kit 5050001
11. Bracket Nozzle Mount (sold separately) 4510157
*Nozzle spacing on header to be specified by customer. (2” minimum) Contact Simco-Ion for part
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9. WARRANTY
This product has been carefully tested at the factory and is warranted to be free from
any defects in materials or workmanship. Simco-Ion will, under this warranty, repair
or replace any equipment that proves, upon our examination, to have become defective
within one year from the date of purchase.
The equipment being returned under warranty should be shipped by the purchaser to
Simco-Ion, 2257 North Penn Road, Hatfield PA 19440, transportation prepaid and insured
for its replacement cost. Prior to returning any goods for any reason, contact Simco-Ion
Customer Service at [phone] for a Return Authorization Number. This number
must accompany all returned items.
This warranty does not apply when the equipment has been tampered with, misused,
improperly installed, altered, has received damage through abuse, carelessness, accident,
connected to improper line voltage, or has been serviced anyone other than an authorized
factory representative.
The warranty does not apply when Simco-Ion parts and equipment have been energized
by other than the appropriate Simco-Ion power supply or generator, or when a Simco-
Ion power supply or generator has been used to energize other than Simco-Ion parts
and equipment. Simco-Ion makes no warranty, expressed or implied, nor accepts any
obligation, liabilities, or responsibility in connection with the use of this product other than
the repair or replacement of parts stated herein.

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