Simco-Ion Aerostat XC2 User manual

Extended Coverage
Ionizing Blower
Aerostat® XC2
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Aerostat XC2 5201333 Rev. A

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY WARNINGS...............................................................................................1
2. DESCRIPTION.........................................................................................................2
Performance.........................................................................................................................4
Power Requirements............................................................................................................4
3. SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................6
4. INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................7
Product Safety Information.................................................................................................7
Mounting and Placement.....................................................................................................7
Power Connections ..............................................................................................................8
5. OPERATION............................................................................................................9
Operating Environment .......................................................................................................9
Controls and LED Indicators ..............................................................................................9
Balance ..............................................................................................................................10
Alarms ...............................................................................................................................11
FMS Relay Contact ...........................................................................................................12
Optional Air Filter .............................................................................................................12
6. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................... 13
Maintenance Scheduling ...................................................................................................13
Emitter Cartridge Inspection and Cleaning ......................................................................13
Chassis Cleaning ...............................................................................................................15
7. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................... 16
8. PARTS AND 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
The Aerostat XC2 Extended Coverage Ionizing Blower is designed to meet
various applications where a wide static discharge coverage area is desired. Specific
applications where the Aerostat XC2 performs well includes injection molding,
device manufacturing, and packaging.
The Aerostat XC2 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 XC2 is available with an optional heater to reduce the effects of wind-
chill.
This manual covers the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Aerostat
XC2 Ionizing Blower.
Figure 1. Extended Coverage Ionizing Blower Model Aerostat XC2
The Aerostat XC2 has the following unique features and benefits:
• Large area ionization footprint for complete discharge coverage across an
extended work surface
• Patented "Micropulse" Technology with high-efficiency output that provides
for long periods between maintenance cycles
• Maintains a balance around zero of +/-10V or better
• LED alarms for both ionization balance fault and fan status
• Facility Monitoring System (FMS) relay contact for remote status
monitoring
• Employs a high-efficiency, multi-speed fan to produce a strong ionized
airflow
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• Push-button cleaner for easy, periodic cleaning of emitters
• Universal AC input accepts all IEC power cords
• An audible alarm sounds for all alarm conditions (an optional feature
ordered separately at the time of XC2 purchase) available on the XC2-05A
models
• An optional heater for reducing the effects of wind-chill (an optional feature
ordered separately at the time of XC2 purchase)
Figure 2. Aerostat XC2 Front-panel
Figure 3. Aerostat XC2 Rear Panel (with heater and without heater)
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Performance
The Model Aerostat XC2 is factory adjusted to meet the specifications in the
centerline static discharge times below:
• 1.0 seconds or less @ 1' (30 cm)
• 2.0 seconds or less @ 2' (60 cm)
• 3.5 seconds or less @ 3' (90 cm)
• 5 seconds or less at @ 4' (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 improved when tested within your
operating environment.
In a humidity-controlled environment, the XC2 will maintain a balance around
zero of ±10V or less. 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 blower's speed and the distance to the target.
Coverage Area Discharge Time
Discharge times are tested in accordance with ANSI/ESD STM3.1- 2015. Each
point identifies the 1000V to 100V discharge times (in seconds) with high-fan/low-
fan speed across the target area. Times are slightly higher with the 230V/50 Hz unit.
Figure 4. Aerostat XC2 Discharge Times
Power Requirements
The Aerostat XC2 is powered by an internal universal AC input power supply with
an input line voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz single phase.
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Typical maximum current draw for the Aerostat XC2 at high fan speed:
• 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.5A, 55W max (no heater)
• 100-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.5A, 420W max (with heater)
• 220-240 VAC, 50 Hz, 1.9A, 460W 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 of the specified limits will void the warranty.
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3. SPECIFICATIONS
Input Voltage 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Input Current 0.5A, 55W max (no heater); 3.5A, 420W (with 100-120 VAC heater); 1.9A, 460W (with
220-240 VAC heater)
Discharge11.0 sec @ 1’(30 cm) (1000-100V high fan speed)
Balance 0 ±10V
Coverage Area 3’W x 6’L (91 x 183 cm) (eective coverage area is up to 6’from the blower face)
Ion Emission Micropulse AC Ionization
Emitters Stainless Steel emitter points
Controls Power on/o, fan speed control low/medium/high, emitter point cleaner push button,
balance adjust, heater on/o (optional)
Indicators Green POWER on, red FAULT alarm, red FAN STALL alarm
Connectors IEC AC Power Cord outlet, FMS fault alarm output connector
Air Volume 95 cfm (low), 150 cfm (high fan speed)
Air Velocity2620 fpm @ 12”, 435 fpm @ 24”, 325 fpm @ 36”, 265 fpm @ 48”(high fan)
Heated Air Temp 4-5°F (2-3°C) above ambient, measured at 12”(30 cm) in front of blower (optional)
Audible Noise 58 dB (low fan speed), 70 dB (high fan speed) measured at 2’ in front of blower
Cleanroom Class Meets ISO 14644 Class 6 (Fed Std. 209E Class 1000)
Ozone <0.05 ppm measured at 1’ (30 cm) in front of the blower
Operating Env3Temperature 50-95°F (10-35°C), humidity 30-60% RH, non-condensing
Audible Alarm Fault and fan stall (optional)
Mounting Powder-coated steel stand with skid resistant rubber feet
Enclosure Powder-coated aluminum chassis
Dimensions 14.13”W x 7.2”H x 6.55”D (35.9 x 18.3 x 16.6 cm) with stand
Weight 7 lbs (3.2 kg) with stand
Warranty 2 year limited warranty
Certications
1. Tested in accordance with ANSI/ESD STM3.1-2015.
2. Velocity in fpm measured at center line of air stream; all values ±10%.
3. Will provide specied (to specication) performance when operated in an environment meeting the cleanliness
requirements for ISO Class 6.
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4. INSTALLATION
Product Safety Information
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.
• The use of improper input voltage may result in poor performance or
damage to the ionizer. This 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. This may
cause detonation in an explosive environment. Read Section 4 Power
Connections and Section 5 Operating Environment before applying power
to the unit.
• To 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 inside this blower other than the emitter
cartridge and 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 for use at
altitudes above 2000m.
• Before performing any recommended maintenance, be sure the unit is
powered off and unplugged.
Mounting and Placement
Initial Operation
NOTE – Operate the Aerostat XC2 ionizer for an initial 24 hours in the
application area before conducting any performance measurements.
Place the Aerostat XC2 approximately 1 to 4 feet (0.3 to 1.3m) from objects to be
neutralized or from the critical work area. Discharge times are longer, the further
away the XC2 is placed from the target area. Tests show that the XC2 will ionize the
target area further than 4 feet.
The XC2 should be positioned to cover as much of the area as possible with the
ionized air stream. To allow adequate air intake, keep at least a 6-inch clearance
between walls or any objects and the rear of the XC2.
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Mounting
The Aerostat XC2 comes with a mounting stand preassembled 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. Self-adhesive skid-resistant rubber feet are supplied
with the blower and installed on the bottom of the stand by the end-user. Holes in
the base of the stand are provided for securing the XC2 to a fixed location using
5/16" (8 mm) diameter screw hardware (not provided).
Once the Aerostat XC2 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 XC2 to the desired position, so the XC2 ionized
airstream is aimed directly at the target with no intervening grounded objects.
Re-tighten the knobs to lock the XC2 into place.
Power Connections
The XC2 accepts universal AC input (100-230 VAC 50/60
Hz single-phase). The XC2 must be grounded for safe and
proper operation. The XC2 is available with different line
cords to meet the main power connection plug requirements
in many areas. Connect the supplied power cord to an
appropriate 3-terminal grounded AC power receptacle.
CAUTION – Using a non-grounded power cord, if used
improperly, can cause unpredictable XC2 behavior,
such-as intermittent activation of the XC2's alarm.
Care must be taken to ensure the XC2's "LINE" and
"NEUTRAL" AC input is properly connected to the
"LINE" and "NEUTRAL" of the utility power.
If installing the XC2 Blower in an electrically noisy environment, an additional
ground connection can be made to the blower using the convenience ground
terminal located on the blower's rear panel.
A cord clamp is supplied with the blower.
Use this cord clamp to prevent unwanted
disconnection of the power cord or protect
against the power cord's accidental loosening
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 sheet metal screw .
WARNING – Electric Shock Hazard
Do not insert anything within the intake or outlet grills. Electric shock may
result.
Figure 5. Ground Terminal
Figure 6. Power Cord Clamp
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5. OPERATION
Operating Environment
Operate the Model Aerostat XC2 in an environment where the relative humidity
is 30-60% (non-condensing). The operating temperature range for the blower is
50-95°F (10-35°C).
The Model Aerostat XC2 will conform to stated performance specifications when
used in an environment that meets the cleanliness limits defined by ISO 14644-
1 Class 6 (Fed Std. 209E Class 1000) and serviced according to an appropriate
maintenance schedule.
Controls and LED Indicators
Fan Power
Power ON the XC2 by setting the FAN power switch on the rear panel to the ON
position ("I"). The green LED POWER indicator light on the front panel will light,
and the fan will startup.
or
Fan Speed Adjustment
The airflow (fan speed) may be adjusted using the Fan Speed slide switch on the
back of the Aerostat XC2. The XC2 Fan can be set to Low, Medium or High.
Alarm
There are two red LED alarm indicators located on the front panel. FAN will
indicate a stalled fan. FAULT will indicate a loss of high voltage at the emitters,
when the emitter cartridge is removed from the blower, or when ionization is out
of balance.
Figure 7. LED Indicator Lights
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Heater ("H" Model Only)
Turn on the heater by setting the "HEATER"
rocker switch to the on ("|") position. NOTE:
The heater will only operate when the fan is on.
The heater provides about a 2-3˚C (35.6-37.4˚F)
rise in the ionized air temperature at the blower's
face, which is just enough to counter wind chill
effects. The XC2 heater is not meant to act as a space heater.
If the HEATER switch is turned ON and the FAN switch is OFF, the heater
automatically stops. The XC2 heater is protected with thermal cutout devices that
will deactivate the heater in the case of overheating, such as inadequate airflow due
to a failed fan.
Balance
The Aerostat XC2 has a balance adjust control for setting the initial balance of the
blower. The internal feedback control system will then maintain the balance of the
XC2 to +/-10V around the initial balance set point.
The Aerostat XC2 leaves the factory with the balance adjust control set to meet
performance specifications during the final factory test. For optimal performance, it
is recommended that the XC2 balance setting be checked and adjusted (if required)
by the end-user before using the blower. A Charged Plate Monitor (CPM) with a
standard 6'x6" plate, such as the Simco-Ion Model 280A, is required to monitor the
ionizer's balance during the balance adjustment procedure.
Before conducting any performance measurements, it is recommended the XC2 run
for an initial 24 hours and acclimatize in an environment comparable to the area of
application.
1. Set the XC2 Fan to the desired speed.
2. Place a Charged Plate Monitor at a distance of about 12" (300 mm) directly in
front of the blower with the CPM plate positioned in the ionized air stream.
Turn ON the CPM and set it for balance monitoring. Observe the balance
reading displayed by the CPM.
3. Use a trimpot tool or small flat blade screwdriver to adjust the "Balance" control
on the front panel of the XC2. Turning the balance adjust control clockwise will
make the balance voltage more positive. Turning the control counterclockwise
will make the balance more negative.
The XC2 should be adjusted so that the CPM displays a balance of approximately
0V +/-5V.
NOTE – Simco-Ion recommends using the push-button emitter point cleaner
daily to ensure the Aerostat XC2 is fully emitting the maximum volume of
ions onto your target area for optimum balance performance.
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The Aerostat XC2 blower should be OFF when using the push-button emitter point
cleaner. Do not clean the emitter points while the blower is operating.
Alarms
There are two red LED indicators located on the front panel:
1. FAN: When constantly lit, the fan is not rotating properly (stalled fan). This
alarm will clear itself if the fan can resume normal operation.
2. FAULT:
• Constantly lit: No high voltage on the emitters or the emitter assembly is
removed from the blower. To clear a constant FAULT indicator, correcting
the fault condition and cycling the power to the blower OFF and ON
again.
• Blinking: High voltage is ON, but ± ionization is not balanced. A blinking
FAULT indicator will clear itself if the ionization balance condition is
corrected (suggestion: clean the emitter points by pressing the emitter point
cleaner button).
Condition
POWER
(Green)
FAN
(Red)
FAULT
(Red)
FMS Relay
Output
Ionization
Voltage State
Power OFF OFF OFF OFF Open OFF
Power ON
All Ok ON OFF OFF Closed ON
Grill Removed ON OFF ON Open OFF
HV Fault ON OFF ON Open OFF
FAN Fault ON ON OFF Open OFF
Out of Balance ON OFF Blinking Open ON
Table 1. Alarms and LED Status Indicators
NOTE – The alarm of the Aerostat XC2 is not designed or calibrated to
function as a maintenance alarm. If the emitter points are allowed to become
extremely dirty, there is the possibility that the Ionization fault alarm will start
to turn ON intermittently. If this happens, clean the emitter points following
the procedures described in Section 6 Emitter Cleaning.
The optional audible alarm will sound upon any alarm condition. Any of the
following may cause an alarm condition:
• Failed high voltage power supply
• Dirty Emitter points
• No power to the Fan Unit
• Fan in locked-rotor condition or fan failed
• Emitter cartridge not installed or not seated correctly
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In the event an alarm condition occurs, the FMS output relay will open. For
information on troubleshooting alarms, see Section 7 Troubleshooting.
FMS Relay Contact
The Aerostat XC2 provides an opto-isolated relay contact for indicating alarm status
to your process equipment or facility monitoring system (FMS).
• Relay Open – Blower is in alarm or Power is Off
• Relay Closed – Normal Blower operation
The "FMS Relay Contact" connector on the blower's rear panel provides access to
the relay contacts. The relay contacts are rated for a maximum of 60 VDC, 0.20A.
A mating plug and two crimp-on male pins are provided with the blower so the end-
user can construct an appropriate connecting cable.
• Mating plug: Molex #3062023
• Crimp-on Pins: Molex #02-06-2101
• Crimp tool: Molex #63811-1000 or #63819-1300
Pin Function
1Relay Contact 1
2Relay Contact 2 Table 2. FMS Pinout
Designations
Figure 8. FMS Relay Contact Connector on Rear Panel Figure 9. Mating Plug to FMS Connector
Optional Air Filter
For extremely dirty or dusty environments, an optional air filter kit is available. The
air filter kit includes a 30 ppi polyurethane open-cell foam air filter that mounts
over the rear fan guard using a stamped metal frame and a separate set of sheet
metal screws. No disassembly of the original rear fan guard is required. The foam air
filter can be cleaned and reused. Simco-Ion also offers a replacement filter pack (see
Section 8 Parts and Accessories).
When using the optional fan filter, the unit's performance will be reduced between
10-40% depending upon the blower's speed and the distance to the target.
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6. MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Scheduling
The balance of the Model Aerostat XC2 is designed to be maintained by internal
circuitry and, after initial set-up, should not need further adjustment by the end-
user.
The XC2 requires little or no user maintenance other than periodic cleaning of the
emitter points with the push button cleaner or more extensive cleaning of the emitter
cartridge, case, and fan.
Simco-Ion recommends using the push-button emitter point cleaner daily. This will
ensure the Aerostat XC2 is fully emitting the maximum volume of ions onto your
target area.
Maintenance schedules will vary depending on environmental conditions. Therefore,
determine a schedule that meets the requirements of your application and
environment.
CAUTION – Before performing any of the following cleanings, be sure the
Aerostat XC2 is powered off and unplugged.
Avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment, do not perform any
maintenance other than those in these instructions.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside this blower other than the input
power fuse and the replaceable emitter cartridge. Any unauthorized service
will void the warranty and may result in additional repair charges.
Emitter Cartridge Inspection and Cleaning
Recommended cleaning materials:
• Lint-free cleaning cloths
• Lint-free cloth swabs (polyester cloth is recommended)
• Cleaning solution of 50% IPA (electronic-grade isopropanol alcohol)/50%
de-ionized water
• Clean dry air (CDA)
Emitter Cartridge Cleaning
With the XC2 turned OFF, emitter
cleaning can typically be accomplished
by manually depressing the emitter
cleaner button on the side of the ionized
air outlet at the front of the unit to
sweep the internal brush over the tips of
the emitter points. Depress the button
several times (3 to 5 times) to clean the
emitter points.
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Emitter Cartridge Removal, Cleaning and Replacement
Over time, and depending on the operating environment, dirt and dust may buildup
on areas of the ionizer not serviced by the emitter point cleaning brush. This
contamination should be removed to ensure the optimum operation of the unit.
Cleaning the ionizer may help correct minor problems with ion balance and ion
output. An intermittent ionization fault light may also indicate the need for cleaning
of the ionizer. If the fault light does not go out after operating the emitter point
cleaner several times, perform a more thorough cleaning of the ionizer.
CAUTION – Avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment, do not
perform any maintenance other than those in these instructions.
Before performing any of the following cleanings, be sure the Model Aerostat
XC2 is powered off and unplugged.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE OR INSTALL THE EMITTER
CARTRIDGE UNLESS THE BLOWER IS SWITCHED OFF AND
DISCONNECTED FROM AC POWER
Disconnect the power cord from the rear of the XC2.
Use a small flat blade screwdriver to unscrew the retaining screws at each end of the
emitter cartridge. Pinch the retaining tabs at each end of the ionized air outlet and
withdraw the emitter cartridge from the XC2.
Figure 10. Emitter Cartridge Removal, Cleaning & Replacement
Using the recommended cleaning materials, gently clean the stainless steel (SST)
wire emitter points in the cartridge and clean the rear contact corners on the
emitter assembly plate's back edge. Do not bend the emitter wires during cleaning.
Periodically inspect the emitter wires' tips in the emitter cartridge for signs of dirt
buildup on the tips or other notable degradation.
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Inside the black air duct, use a swab moistened with 50% IPA to clean the two HV
spring contacts mounted on the duct's side panels.
Use cleaning cloths moistened with 50% IPA solution to clean the upper and lower
steel rods that lay inside the duct's outlet. Note that the lower rod also serves as the
spine of the internal emitter point cleaning brush.
The air inlet fan guard on the rear of the
XC2 and the louvered ionized air outlet
should remain clean to prevent airflow
restriction. They can be cleaned with a
soft brush, a vacuum, or blown off with
compressed Clean Dry Air.
Use clean, dry compressed air to clean
dust or dirt from the inside of the black
air duct.
Allow the cleaned components to dry
before re-installing completely.
Examine the cleaned emitter cartridge. Verify that all fifteen of the wire emitter
points are projecting straight out and are all on the same horizontal plane as the
metal plate. Note that all of the wire points are welded to one side of the metal plate.
Install the emitter grill assembly back into the XC2 while noting the following:
1. The emitter assembly side with the emitter wire weld spots should be facing
DOWN toward the cleaning brush in the chassis.
2. Insert the correctly oriented cartridge into the XC2. Verify that the emitter
assembly seats and the four corner snap locks engage.
3. Press the cleaning brush button and visually verify that all of the emitter wires'
tips are swept by the brush as it rotates upward.
4. Use a small flat blade screwdriver to secure the emitter cartridge to the chassis
using the captive screws on the cartridge's ends.
Reconnect the line cord to the unit and turn ON the XC2. Allow the XC2 to run
for at least five minutes before using it to ionize your target area.
Simco-Ion offers a replacement emitter cartridge for the XC2 if it becomes damaged.
See the Parts and Accessories section at the end of this manual.
Chassis Cleaning
Moisten a lint-free cloth with the diluted IPA solution. Thoroughly wipe down the
XC2 chassis to remove any accumulated dirt.
Change the cloth frequently to ensure the dirt is completely off.
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7. TROUBLESHOOTING
The table below provides a quick troubleshooting reference for the Aerostat XC2.
If the solutions listed do not remedy the problem, contact Simco-Ion Customer
Service ([email protected]).
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Fan Unit is noisy or slow Fan is obstructed Check fan guards for any
obstructions
Fan Unit does not operate
Poor power
connection or fan is
obstructed
Check power cords and connections
Check fan guards for obstructions
Offset balance is >10V Emitter points are
dirty Clean the emitter points
Decay times are too long Emitter points are
dirty Clean the emitter points
Fault Alarm Blinks
intermittently
Emitter points are
dirty Clean the emitter points
FAN Alarm is ON continuously Fan has stopped Check fan guards for any
obstructions
Fault Alarm is ON continuously Possible HV failure or
fan has stopped Contact Simco-Ion
The Model XC2 comes with a 250V, Time-lag, 5 x 20 mm fuse located in a fuse
drawer on the power inlet module.
CAUTION – Turn OFF the Model XC2 and disconnect
it from power before attempting to access the fuse
drawer.
Replace the fuse only with an identically rated part. If
replacing the fuse does not restore the unit to operation, leave
the unit turned OFF and disconnected from power. Contact
Simco-Ion technical support for additional information.
• 100-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.5A, 55W max (no heater); fuse = 2.5A SLO
• 100-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3.5A, 420W max (with heater); fuse = 5A SLO
• 220-230 VAC, 50 Hz, 1.9A, 460W max (with heater); fuse = 2.5A SLO
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8. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Contact Simco-Ion Customer Service at [email protected] for more
information about these replacement parts and accessories
91-XC2-xx-05 Aerostat XC2 Ionizing Blower
91-XC2-xx-05A Aerostat XC2 Ionizing Blower with Audible Alarm
91-XC2-xx-05H Aerostat XC2 Ionizing Blower with Heater
91-XC2-xx-05HA Aerostat XC2 Ionizing Blower with Heater and Audible Alarm
33-6002-01 Aerostat XC2 Replacement Emitter Cartridge
33-6003-01 Aerostat XC2 Air Filter Kit
33-6004-01 Aerostat XC2 Replacement Air Filters (6 pack)
Note: Part numbers above where
xx = US (120V/60 Hz with North America power cord)
xx = EU (230V/50 Hz with Continental Europe power cord)
xx = UK (230V/50 Hz with United Kingdom power cord)
xx = CN (230V/50 Hz with China power cord)
xx = JP (100V/60 Hz with Japan power cord)
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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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