Trion 75 Series Operation manual

CUSTOM PACKAGED
ELECTRONIC
AIR CLEANER
Model 75 Series Units
INSTALLATION
OPERATION
SERVICE
Electrostatic Precipitators for
Commercial & Industrial
Applications
Accepted For Use
City of New York
Department of Buildings
MEA 288-01-E and 88-99-E
101 McNeill Road Sanford, NC 27330
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www.trioninc.com
MANUAL PART NO. 154024-00103/09

SECTION I DESIGN
FOR THE SYSTEM DESIGN ENGINEER
1. General Description
The standard major components supplied with each unit
for installation are as follows:
Electronic air cleaner
Controller / power supplies
The detergent system
Wash water line strainer and solenoid valve
The electronic air cleaner contains the ionizing-
collecting cells (collecting elements), wash manifolds—
located to the front and rear of each tier of cells—and
metal mesh pre-filters and after-filters. Perforated plate
or impingement type mist suppressors, in lieu of the
metal pre-filters, are options when specified.
Gasketed access doors located on one end of the
cabinet, 90 degrees to the direction of the airflow,
provide entry for removal of the cells and filters. The
location of the access doors, wash manifold drive
motors and manifold header pipes may be specified as
“right” or “left” handed. The hand designation is
determined by standing in the ductwork on the air
entering side of the unit so the airflow strikes your back.
The Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) power supplies,
providing the necessary high voltage for the air cleaner
and the controls initiating and sequencing the wash
cycle are furnished in a NEMA 12 enclosure designed
for remote mounting. The distance between the
controller and unit must be determined as the
interconnecting high voltage leads are furnished to the
specified length. Consult factory for distances greater
than 50 ft. Cables are not to be spliced at any point
along their length. In addition, the enclosure is a central
junction for the primary wiring.
The detergent system is furnished as a completely
assembled unit to be piped directly to the wash water
supply, into the wash manifold headers.
Note: 16, 30, or 55-gallon detergent tanks are available
as an option.
Note: Trion Tridex Detergent is specially formulated
for use with Trion electronic air cleaners. Use of
other cleaners and detergents, not specifically
approved by Trion, can cause possible failures in
the unit and will void any and all warranties on our
equipment.
The strainer and solenoid valves are to be installed in
the wash water supply lines. A back flow preventer
and/or check valves should be installed according to
local code requirements. These items are not provided
as part of the system accessories.
2. System Design and Layout
The arrangement of the supplied components and the
general layout of the system will vary according to
application, adjoining equipment and available space.
However, there are several basic factors pertaining to
all installations that must be considered:
To maintain the selected cleaning efficiency, it is
important to assure that the total air volume (capacity in
CFM) is uniformly distributed across the entire face area
of the unit. The metal mesh filters, perforated plate or
mist suppressors provide some resistance to effect
even air distribution. However, since most air ducts are
designed to handle air velocities greater than the rated
velocity of the air cleaner, it is necessary to properly
transition any attached ducting. If possible, a contraction
ratio of 1 in 3 (approximately 20) should be maintained.
If space prohibits, turning vanes, air baffles or other
means may be utilized. Ducting – where attached to the
cabinet collars – should be gasketed, caulked or
otherwise made watertight.
When there is a danger of rain, snow or debris being
drawn into the system with outside air, the make-up air
intake should be protected with rain louvers, hooding
and hardware cloth to prevent the rain, snow or debris
from entering the electronic air cleaner.
Contaminants to be collected – such as oils in vaporous
state – must be condensed into particulate form prior to
entering the ionizing-collecting cells in order to maintain
the anticipated efficiency. Gases, vapors or any non-
particulate cannot be precipitated and will therefore
pass through the air cleaner. Any condensing that takes
place downstream from the air cleaner defeats the
purpose. By the same token, heavy concentrations of
water vapor, or other matter that becomes highly
conductive when condensed, must be prevented from
entering and/or condensing in the collecting elements to
prevent electrical arc over and shorting.
SAFETY NOTE:
Factory designed access to all electrically charged
high voltage components contain electrical
interlocks for the safety of operating personnel. Any
additional access that may be provided in the
system, where there is access to high voltage, must
be equipped with such interlocks. Interlocks are
readily available from the factory.
Waterwash drain lines from the cabinet drain basin
should be trapped or otherwise sealed against the
system pressure (in accordance with local codes).
Wash water to the unit must meet the volume required
for the specific unit involved and must be between 40
PSIG Min. – 60 PSIG Max. at full flow to provide proper
spray patterns from the wash nozzles. The wash water
MUST be Hot water (1400F recommended) and installed
as close as possible to the unit and detergent system.

NOTE: THE HOT WATER TANK IS NOT PROVIDED
BY TRION.
Each installation varies according to needs, but
normally the controller is located near the air cleaner.
Ideal mounting height is at eye level for ease in reading
the instrumentation and to facilitate service.
For ease in maintenance and component removal,
adequate space must be provided in front of all access
doors, motors, pump and accessory equipment. Special
consideration should be given in this respect for
installations where the unit is suspended overhead.
Catwalks or platforms should be provided.
CAUTION
In addition to the above space requirement,
installation of the Model 75 in NFPA applications
shall have a clearance of at least 18 inches to a
combustible material, 3 inches to limited
combustible material, and 0 inches to
noncombustible material. Any reduction in
clearance or exceptions must be in compliance with
NFPA and acceptable to the Authority Having
Jurisdiction.
****WARNING****
Fire Suppression Systems
Extreme caution should be exercised when this unit
is installed in applications that are collecting
volatile or potentially flammable contaminants such
as cooking grease and petroleum based oils.
Trion strongly recommends a fire suppression
system be installed in the ductwork and on the
Model 75 in cases where these contaminants are
collected on the cell plates and collect on the
attached ductwork.
Contact the factory for questions or concerns
regarding a fire suppression system.
3. Outdoor Installations
Requirements for outdoor protection vary in accordance
to climate and equipment component arrangement for
the particular job. The best approach for equipment
protection is the construction of a heated shed or
building over the installation. As an alternative, the
installing contractor should treat the equipment as
required to meet the specific needs. Detailed
discussions of the Model 75 components are as follows,
using a rooftop installation as an example (refer to
Figure 3):
Adjoining Ductwork (not supplied by Trion)
The ductwork located on the air entering side of the
cabinet, between the point where it enters the roof and
the cabinet, must be air tight to prevent the entrance of
moisture, especially if it is under negative pressure. It
must also be adequately insulated or other means taken
to prevent the formation of condensation through
temperature change. Condensation will short out the
ionizing-collecting cells. Insulation must be of the
outdoor variety.
Trion Model 75 Cabinet
The access doors on the Model 75 cabinet are gasketed
and the unit is basically sealed against air leakage. The
paint finish (epoxy) is for interior and exterior use. Like
the air-entering duct, the cabinet must be insulated or
other means taken to prevent condensation from taking
place, which results in electrical shorting of the ionizing-
collecting cells. Insulation, when employed, must be
suitable for outdoor applications and when applied,
consideration given to all access door openings and
electrical interlock box covers.
Controller/PWM Power Supplies
As the controller/power supplies are designed for
remote mounting, they can be, in many cases, located
indoors and still be reasonably close to the main
cabinet. If located outdoors with the cabinet, it must be
weather protected.
Drain Line
The drain line, located under the ionizing/collecting cell
access door at the lowest point of the Trion cabinet
drain pan, should be piped with as short a run as
possible to the heated interior of the building.
Preferably, straight down from the drain pan supply
through the floor. The normally recommended drain line
trap, to seal off the cabinet from the drain against the
system pressure, should be located in the heated
interior. If not installed in this manner, heat wrap or
other means should be employed to prevent freezing.
Clean-outs are recommended to be installed in all drain
lines.
Wash Water Supply Line
Naturally, the length of the run between the Trion
cabinet and the heated building should be kept to a
minimum. Preferably the line would go through the roof
directly below each of the two manifold headers. The
strainer, solenoid valve and back flow preventer should
be kept indoors. Installed in this manner, a dumping
valve can be included in the supply line to drain the
remaining water and prevent freezing. The normally
open dumping valve should be energized to close when
the water wash solenoid valve is energized to open. The
strainer and solenoid valve are supplied by Trion. The
dumping valve and back flow preventer or check valve
are to be supplied by others.
If the above method is not employed, the supply line
and manifold headers must be kept from freezing with
heat wrap or other means.
Detergent System
The detergent system, designed for remote mounting,
should be installed indoors and piped to the water
supply line within the heated interior. Detergent feed line

should be piped with as short a run as possible and
inject into the wash water supply line as close as
possible and upstream from the Model 75 header
connection points. (Refer to Figure 3).
Contact the local Trion Sales Office or the factory if
questions arise, or any additional information is
required.
SECTION II INSTALLATION
FOR THE INSTALLING CONTRACTOR
1. Unpack and Inspect
At the time the unit is received, all shipping containers
and their contents should be examined for damage. Any
damage occurring in shipment must be immediately
reported to the carrier, an inspection report completed
and a claim filed at the receiving point.
The unit cabinet is shipped completely assembled and,
where size permits, the ionizing-collecting cells are
shipped inside the cabinet. On large units, the upper tier
of cells may be shipped in separate containers. The
controller, detergent feeder and other separate
accessories are shipped in the containers as noted on
the packing list.
2. Position Air Cleaner Cabinet
To reduce weight for ease in handling, remove the pre-
filters, after-filters and the ionizing-collecting cells from
the cabinet, and place them safely aside. Position the
cabinet in the designated location giving consideration
to the following points:
(a) 2’ collecting cells require 30” clearance in front of
the access door for cell and mechanical filter
removal. 3’ collecting cells require 40” clearance in
front of the access door for cell and mechanical filter
removal.
(b) Level the cabinet to assure proper drainage from
the drain pan.
(c) Unless specific design features have been
prearranged, the direction of airflow through the
cabinet may be either from the right or the left.
When the ionizing-collecting cells are reinstalled,
the directional arrows on the cell end plates must
concur with airflow through the cabinet. If mist
suppressors have been specified, they are to be
installed on the air entering side of the unit.
After the cabinet has been properly located, it may be
secured into place at the predrilled factory mounting
pads either by bolting or welding.
3. Connect Adjoining Ductwork
Depending on the application, the installation plan may
or may not call for adjoining ductwork on the air entering
and/or air leaving sides of the cabinet.
When adjoining ducting is to be installed, the bottom of
the horizontal duct runs should be relatively flat and
sloped toward the cabinet drain pan for an 18-inch
length. As a result, any wash water splash back
occurring during the washing operation will run back into
the drain pan.
Duct securement to the collar may be completed using
the predrilled flange. The seam should be made air and
watertight by caulking or gasketing.
When a blower is installed downstream from the Trion
cabinet, the ducting between the cabinet and the blower
will be under negative pressure and should be made air
tight to prevent infiltration of contaminated air.
After the ductwork has been installed, clear remaining
material or debris from inside ducts and bottom of
cabinet, then re-install both the mechanical filters and
the ionizing-collecting cells.
NOTE: Follow the directional arrows located on the
cell end plates. The side of each cell containing the
spiked ionizer blades must be located on the air
entering side of the cabinet. The brass contact
plungers on the cell should be inserted toward the
back of cabinet. Also, mist suppressors, when
specified, must be located on the air entering side
of the cabinet.
4. Mount Detergent System
The detergent system should be located as close to the
unit as practical, but should not exceed 20 feet in
elevation difference. Service space must be provided for
periodic manual filling of the detergent tank and to gain
access to the pump and motor assembly. When
positioned, the assembly may be secured in place at the
predrilled factory mounting pads, either by bolting or
welding.
5. Connect Drain
Connect a drain line to the pipe coupling provided in the
cabinet drain basin in accordance with the governing
plumbing codes. The drain line must be sealed with a
trap or other means to prevent air by pass. If a trap is
used, it should hold sufficient water column to overcome
the system air pressure and to assure that loss of liquid
from evaporation between cleaning periods will not
break the seal. The drain line should not be smaller than
the drainpipe coupling, or it will otherwise restrict the
flow of water. Elevation of the equipment may be
required to allow adequate draining.
6. Connect Water Wash Supply
The items furnished to be included in the wash water
supply are a strainer, an electrically operated solenoid
valve, and a detergent system.
Unless otherwise specified, the water wash supply
should be hot (1400F recommended-WATER HEATER
NOT SUPPLIED BY TRION) at the volume specified for

the given unit, and at a full flow pressure between 40
and 60 PSIG.
WARNING:
Adequate precautions should be taken in the event
the water supply, detergent system and drains are
subjected to freezing temperatures.
Although not required, a pressure gage and a manual
service valve are recommended as shown in the
diagram. The components should be located within the
system to provide for service access.
7. Mount Controller
The Controller should be mounted at eye level and
located as close to the air cleaner as practical. It must
be mounted indoors out of the weather unless supplied
with a weatherproof cabinet. Allow sufficient space in
front of the access door(s) for service. Refer to
appropriate Control/Remote PWM Box Outline Drawing
for mounting hole layout and dimensions.
8. Complete Wiring
(a). High Voltage Wiring
WARNING:
EXERCISE ALL THE NORMAL PRECAUTIONS
WHEN WORKING WITH HIGH VOLTAGE AND
COMPLY WITH NEC AND ALL APPROPRIATE
LOCAL CODES.
The high voltage wiring entails interconnecting the
power supply(s) to the ionizing-collecting cell(s)
through the factory-installed junction box on top of
the cabinet. All the wiring in the cabinet has been
completed at the factory.
Refer to the Field Wiring Diagram. Two high
voltage leads, Red/Black Tracer for the ionizer and
one Red for the collector, are factory furnished.
Each lead is to be run in separate conduit and
must be of continuous run (do not splice) between
the controller and the ionizing-collecting cell
terminal connection in the junction box.
(b). Primary Wiring
The Wash Controller is the main distribution point
for all primary wiring. The various electrical
components involved are connected to and
powered from the controller. These interlocks are
safety switches that prevent access to the charged
high voltage components without first turning “OFF”
the high voltage by interrupting the 24 VDC input to
the PLC.
(c). Grounding
An earth ground must be provided to the Model
75 cabinet and control. All ground connections
must be in contact with bare metal and securely
affixed. Ground conductor size and connection
means will be in accordance with all applicable
electrical code standards.
9. Check Out for System Start-up
When the installation has been completed, assure that
the equipment is ready for start-up by checking the
following:
A. All construction debris is removed from the ionizing-
collecting cells, drain basin and ductwork.
B. The inside of the controller and detergent tank are
clear of any foreign materials.
C. The drain line from the Trion drain basin is clear and
completely connected to its point of termination.
D. All piping is completed to the manifold headers and
wash water is available.
E. Supply line power is available and electrical wiring
is completed to the following components:
1. Controller
2. Solenoid Valve
3. Detergent Pump Motors
4. Manifold Drive Motors
5. Electrical Interlocks
6. Ionizing-Collecting Cells
7. The System Fan
NOTE: Do not put the initial supply of detergent into
the detergent tank. This is to be done after volume
settings are made at start-up.
SECTION III OPERATION & SERVICE
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the operating instructions unless you
are qualified to do so.
FOR THE MAINTENANCE ENGINEER
1. Introduction and Principle of Operation
The Trionelectronic air cleaner is technically known
as an electrostatic precipitator. In this type of
equipment, all airborne particles, even of microscopic
size, are electrically charged (positively) as they pass
through a high voltage ionizer. These charged particles
are then attracted and adhere to a series of parallel
collecting plates, which form the negative elements of
an electrostatic field.
The ionizer consists of charged stainless steel spiked
blades spaced between grounded electrodes. The

collecting section consists of parallel plates arranged so
that each alternate plate is charged while the
intermediate plates are electrically grounded.
Periodically, depending on the type and concentration of
contamination in the air, the contaminant is washed
from the plates by the integrally constructed water wash
system.
Three major functional components comprise the air
cleaner:
(1) Ionizing-collecting cells to ionize and collect
airborne particulate matter.
(2) Power supply(s) to supply high voltage direct
current to the ionizing-collecting cells.
(3) Control operated washer to automatically wash
away the collected contaminant.
Normally, systems are designed for collection
efficiencies in the range of 90 percent or more.
Collecting a contaminant at these efficiencies,
especially when there are high concentrations can result
in large accumulations in a relatively short period.
Therefore, maintenance must encompass two areas;
the operation of the equipment for efficient collection
and the systematic removal of the collected
contaminant.
2. General Description
The ionizing-collecting cells (contaminant collecting
elements) are housed in the cabinet on slide rails. They
can be removed from the cabinet as required, through
the end access door, by sliding them out like drawers.
On multi-cell units, all of the electrical connections
between cells in a given tier are automatically made
through spring plunger connectors. On the access end,
the high voltage cables from the power supplies are
connected to the junction box on top of the cabinet. The
high voltage cables from the junction box to the
individual tiers are factory wired. When installing cells
into the cabinet, observe the directional arrows on the
cell end plates. The side of the cell containing the
spiked ionizer blades must always be located on the air
entering side. The spring plunger connectors, located
on one end of each cell, will always face toward the
back of the Model 75 Cabinet.
Both the air entering and air leaving side of the cabinet
contain either metal mesh filters or perforated plate,
whichever was specified. These items act as trash
screens, provide resistance for even air distribution, and
help contain splash back from the integral water wash
system.
The Power Supply(s) convert the 115 volt, 60HZ, single
phase AC supply to the high voltage DC needed to
power the ionizing-collecting cells. Potential of 13 KVDC
are required for the ionizer sections and 6.5 KVDC for
the collector sections of the cells.
The integral wash system consists of a series of spray
nozzles soldered into oscillating water wash manifolds.
The manifolds are located in the front and rear of each
cell tier. They are oscillated through straight drive
linkage powered by fractional HP motors. A detergent
system is also incorporated into the wash system. The
amount of detergent used for washing is readily
adjustable, and that amount is dependent upon the type
and amount of collected contaminant.
The washing operation is cycled periodically, and again
the frequency is dependent on the type and amount of
contaminant collected. The events in a wash cycle are:
A. Power Supply(s) and System Fan “OFF”
B. Washer and Detergent “ON”
C. Washer and Detergent “OFF”
D. Pause for Detergent to react
E. Washer “ON” (without detergent for rinse)
F. Washer “OFF”
G. Pause for Drip Dry
H. Blower “ON” for forced dry
I. Power Supply(s) “ON”
The time span for all of the events is factory set when
the equipment is initially ordered.
3. Initial Start-up
A. Inspect the inside of the adjoining ductwork and
Trion cabinet to be sure it is clean and free of any
debris or construction materials. Especially note the
opening in the drain basin for any restrictions. The
ducting, where secured to the cabinet collars,
should be sealed water tight either with gasketing or
caulking.
B. Inspect the ionizing-collecting cells to see that all of
the ionizing blades are intact, that no large pieces of
foreign material are lodged between the plates, and
that the cells are properly installed in the cabinet
with the spiked ionizing blades located on the air
entering side.
C. Check the high voltage leads to see that they are
connected to the proper terminal both at the
ionizing-collecting cells, the junction box and inside
the controller. (Refer to Figures 2 and 4).
D. Be sure that the drain lines from the Trion cabinet
drain basin are completely connected and properly
terminated. A trap or seal of some type should be
incorporated in the line to prevent air bypass.
E. Check the water supply line to be sure water is
available and that the strainer, solenoid valve, and
detergent system are properly installed and
connected.
F. Be sure that electrical power is available, that the
wiring is completed, and that the system blower is
ready to energize.

G. Be sure that all access door interlocks are closed.
H. Close the system electrical supply switches, making
power available to the Trion controller and the
system fan.
I. Turn the controller selector switch to the “ON”
position. The blower should run (if installed) and the
power supply(s) should be energized. Electrical
arcing within the ionizing-collecting cells may occur.
It is a normal occurrence caused by accumulation of
dusts from construction or other sources in the
cell(s) and should subside quickly. If the arcing is
continuous and does not subside, recheck the
routing of the high voltage leads between the power
supply(s) and the cell(s). Refer to the field wiring
diagram. The ionizer lead must be connected to the
ionizer and the collector lead to the collector.
J. Ensure the detergent tank is clean, then fill the tank
1/8 full with clean water. Do not fill with the
detergent until start-up adjustments have been
completed.
K. (Review this paragraph in its entirety before initiating
the wash start button.)
Next, set the detergent volume setting per wash at
the detergent feeder. Manually initiate the wash
cycle by pushing the "Wash Mode" button on the
control. The wash control duration is 70 minutes
and by means of a factory preset programmable
logic controller (PLC) will sequence the washing
events as previously outlined. When the detergent
pump is energized, note the amount that is used by
observing the reduction in the liquid level in the
tank. The usage should be approximately 1 part of
detergent to 20 parts of water. The pump is a
constant displacement type and the amount of
detergent forced into the water supply to wash the
unit is dependent upon the setting of the control
valve in the bypass return line to the reservoir. The
side of the translucent reservoir is marked with
volume markers. Adjust the control valve to obtain
the correct usage for the given unit model, then
secure the setting with the Allen head set screw
located in the valve adjustment knob. When the
correct adjustment has been made, remove the
remaining water from the reservoir and fill the tank
with initial supply of detergent furnished.

L. Programming Time Clock for Automatic Wash
Press RESET
PROGRAM THE TIME
Push the mode switch to
Press Day, h+(hour) and m+(minute) until correct.
PROGRAM WASH TIME FOR THE SAME TIME
EVERY DAY
Push the mode switch to
Press the Day button until all of the Day of Week arrows
are showing.
Press h+ button until start hour is correct.
Press m+ button until start minute is correct.
This has selected the ON time.
Press button to select OFF time. Program number
will be 2.
Press the Day button until all of the Day of Week arrows
are showing.
Press h+ button until hour is same as ON time.
Press m+ button until minute is 1 minute after the ON
minute.
Push the mode switch to RUN.
When in doubt, press RESET and start over.
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Kitchen Exhaust Applications
M. For safe and proper operation adhere to the following
instructions and procedures:
1. Exhaust systems shall be operated during all
periods of cooking in restaurant applications.
2. Filter-equipped exhaust systems shall not be
operated with filters removed.
3.The posted instructions for manually operating the
fire extinguishing system shall be kept conspicuously
posted in the kitchen and reviewed periodically with
employees by the management.
4. Listed exhaust hoods shall be operated in
accordance with the terms of their listings and the
manufacturers instructions.
5. Cooking equipment shall not be operated while its
fire-extinguishing system or exhaust system is not
operating or otherwise impaired.
4. Wash Control and Detergent System Settings
Some dirt’s being more tenacious than others are more
difficult to remove and require a stronger detergent
solution. Average settings have been factory set. Best
possible settings for any given installation, however, are
determined through experience. Determination can be
made by visually examining the collecting elements
after the first few washings.
To adjust the volume of detergent used within the given
time setting, loosen the knurled knob with an Allen
wrench on the control valve located in the by-pass line.
Refer to the Detergent System Outline. Turning the
knob clockwise increases the volume and counter
clockwise decreases the volume. When adjustment has
been made, be sure to retighten the setscrew.
5. Routine Maintenance
A. Washing Frequency
The frequency that the collected dirt is to be washed
from the unit depends upon the type and amount of
dirt in the air to be cleaned. Dirt which is greasy in
nature tends to harden after collection and should
be washed away often. Likewise, units operating
under extremely heavy dirt loads should be washed
more often as a large build-up of collected material
will have a tendency to “blow-off” if permitted to
remain on the collecting elements for long periods
of time. In that the type and amount of dirt varies
geographically (and from one location to another in
any given area) it is recommended to start operation
with a washing frequency of at least once a week.
MODE SWITCH
DAY ARROWS
PROGRAM NUMBER

This schedule may then be altered as needed after
visual examinations of the collected material
contained on the ionizing-collecting cells. Daily
washing is not unusual for units operating on heavy
welding fume, kitchen exhaust hoods or similar
applications.
B. Detergent
Effective washing is dependent upon detergent. The
detergent reservoir should be examined on a
routine basis, a minimum tank level established and
never permitted to empty. An empty tank not only
means poor washing, but can also be detrimental to
the pump. The inside of the tank should be kept
clean, free from dirt and foreign objects. The
detergent, as supplied by Trion, is formulated
specifically for electronic air cleaners. If substitutes
are used, they must be approved by Trion, so as to
not void the warranty. They should be safe for use
in ventilation systems and non-caustic, as 95% of
the ionizing-collecting cells are constructed of
aluminum, special high voltage insulation and
gasket seals.
C. Electrical Operation
The Air Boss controller (Optional) contains a digital
LED display for kilovolt and milliampere readings.
The milliammeter should be observed on a routine
basis to be sure that it is reading within the
prescribed operating range as marked on the data
plate. For those units containing a voltmeter, the
collector voltage should be between 6 and 7 KV,
and the ionizer between 12.5 and 13.5 KV.
The ATS controller and remote PWM box both have
LED indicating lights to show power to the PWM
power supplies. Flickering or failed LED’s indicate
electrical arcing and/or power failure.
6. Periodic Maintenance
A. Water Wash System – Every 6 Months
The water wash spray pattern should be checked
on each nozzle to be sure that a full spray pattern is
developed. Distorted patterns are usually caused by
dirt in the nozzle orifice, which can be cleaned by
inserting a small gage, soft copper wire into the
orifice. If any one manifold contains several nozzles
that are restricted, the drain plug at the idler end of
the manifold should be removed, after the nozzles
have been cleaned, and the manifold flushed with
clean water. The main supply line strainer and the
strainer in the detergent system should be checked
and cleaned. Check the wash manifold drive linkage
connections and tighten or adjust as required.
B. Fire Suppression System (IF INSTALLED) –
Every 6 Months
Properly trained and qualified personnel shall
complete inspection, cleaning and servicing of the
fire suppression system.
All actuation components, including remote manual
pull stations, mechanical or electrical devices,
detectors, fire-actuated dampers, etc., shall be
checked for proper operation in accordance with the
manufacturers listed procedures. In addition to
these requirements, the specific inspection
requirements of the applicable NFPA standard shall
also be followed. If required, certificates of
inspection and maintenance shall be forwarded to
the authority having jurisdiction.
C. Controller - Every 12 Months
The inside of the controller cabinet should be
examined for accumulated dirt and dust. If required,
the components should be cleaned using a good
brand of electrical contact cleaner. All terminal
connections should be checked for securement and
tightened or reworked as required.
D. Ionizing-Collecting Cell – Every 6 to 12 Months
Remove and inspect the ionizing-collecting cells for
excessive dirt accumulations not removed by the
integral washing system. Manually clean as
required in a soak tank, commercial car wash, or
with a pressure hose or pressure cleaner using a
low pressure setting. At this time, particular care
should be taken in cleaning each of the insulators.
WARNING:
DO NOT USE HIGH PRESSURE STEAM CLEANING
EQUIPMENT TO CLEAN CELLS. THE EXCESSIVE
HEAT AND PRESSURE WILL CAUSE THE PLATES
TO WARP AND IN TURN POSSIBLY CAUSE
EXCESSIVE ARCING.
E. Motors – Every 24 Months
As the operation of detergent pump motor is limited,
frequent oiling is not required. Lubricate with several
drops of SAE 10 motor oil every two years. DO NOT
OVER OIL. The manifold drive motors are factory
lubricated for life and do not require oiling.
F. Filter Devices – Every 4 to 6 Months
Hoods, impingers, metal mesh filters, ducts and
other appurtenances shall be cleaned to bare metal
at frequent intervals prior to surfaces becoming
heavily contaminated with grease, oil or other
contaminant. It may be advantageous to clean
readily removable items, such as impingers, metal
mesh filters or other permanent filter devices in a
soak tank, with a pressure hose or pressure cleaner
low setting. After cleaning to bare metal,
components shall not be coated with powder or
other substance.
When a cleaning service is used, a certificate
showing dates of inspection and/or cleaning shall be
maintained on the premises.

WARNING
Flammable solvents or other flammable
cleaning aids shall not be used.
At the start of the cleaning process, electrical
switches that could be accidentally activated shall
be locked out. Components of the fire suppression
system (if installed) shall not be rendered
inoperable during the cleaning process.
Care should be taken not to apply cleaning
chemicals on any fusible links or other detection
devices of the automatic extinguishing system.
7. Troubleshooting
WARNING:
EXERCISE THE USUAL PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING
WITH HIGH VOLTAGE. THE MAXIMUM OPERATING
OUTPUT FROM THE POWER SUPPLY IS 15,000 VDC AND
5.5 MA. to 11.0 MA. WHEN IN PARALLEL.
IF SAFETY SWITCHES ARE CLOSED AND CIRCUIT IS
ENERGIZED, DO NOT TOUCH HIGH VOLTAGE. WHEN
THE CIRCUIT IS DE-ENERGIZED, ALWAYS BLEED OFF
REMAINING STATIC CHARGE WITH AN INSULATED
HANDLED SCREW DRIVER BY SHORTING TO GROUND
THE POINTS OF HIGH VOLTAGE DC POTENTIAL.
WARNING
Risk of Electrical Shock
The servicing Instructions are for use by qualified
personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not perform any servicing other than that contained in
the service instructions unless you are qualified to do
so.
A. Introduction
This section on troubleshooting provides a description
of potential malfunctions, their cause, location and
correction. A Troubleshooting Reference Chart listing
the most probable causes and corrections follows the
general text.
NOTE: All repair to the fire suppression system (If
Supplied) must be completed by the authorized fire control
contractor.
The electronic air cleaner is the unit within the system
that has the highest efficiency collection rating and is
also the one with the highest potential for malfunction.
When a malfunction does occur, the outage is usually
found in the electrical secondary circuit in the
ionizing-collecting cell(s).
Indicating lights are installed in the face panel of the
control to monitor the electrical operation of each
power supply and the ionizing-collecting cell(s) they
energize. The quantity of power supplies per unit is
dependent upon unit size with one or two power
supplies for each ionizing-collecting cell tier in height.
Other than the basic hand tools, it is advantageous to
have a volt/ohm/milliammeter with a 20 KVDC high
voltage probe. These instruments are standard catalog
items by several manufacturers.
B. Secondary Short Circuit
The most common outage is a short in the secondary
circuit and is best located through the process of
elimination. Symptoms are a flickering indicating light
accompanied by an arcing noise in the
ionizing-collecting cell(s) or an indicating light that is
not glowing.
A flickering light with an arcing noise is an indication of
a high resistance short circuit and a light that is not
glowing is an indication of a dead short. (A light that is
not glowing can also be an indication of an open circuit
in the primary circuit. Refer to the paragraph on open
circuits.) The short may be in the power supply, the
high voltage cables or the ionizing-collecting cell(s). To
isolate the short to any one of these three
components, proceed as follows:
WARNING
When safety interlock switches are closed, do not
come in contact with high voltage components. The
operating output from the high voltage power
supply(s) is 12,600 VDC and 6 MA. to 11.0 MA.
When the power supply(s) is de-energized there Is a
20 second delay for the voltage to decay. Always
short from ground to a point of high voltage with a
well Insulated jumper wire or an insulated handled
screwdriver to bleed-off any remaining residual
charge.
1. Disconnect both high voltage leads from their
respective terminals in the power supply and support
them away from any point of contact.
2. Energize the power supply:
a. If the light still flickers or does not glow, the trouble
is indicated to be in the power supply. First, check the
inline fuse mounted on the circuit board and replace if
it is blown. Second, replace the power supply in its
entirety.
b. If the light glows steady with the leads
disconnected, the power supply is indicated to be
normal.
NOTE: It will be necessary to close the access door
electrical interlock switch operated by the access door
and affix the junction box lid with hardware supplied to
close the electrical interlock switch on the box, to
complete the primary circuit to the power supply.

3.Next, reconnect both high voltage leads to their
respective terminals inside the power supply and
disconnect them at the ionizing-collecting cell(s). Support
them away from any point of contact and energize the
power supply.
a. If either high voltage lead is defective the light will
indicate the trouble. Each lead may then be checked
separately by disconnecting them, one at a time, from
their respective terminals at the power supply. When a
lead is found to be defective, replace it in its entirety. Do
not repair or splice.
b. If the light glows steady with the leads disconnected at
the ionizing-collecting cell(s) the trouble is then indicated
to be in the ionizing-collecting cell(s).
The trouble can then be isolated to, a single cell, or the
ionizing or collector section of a given cell as follows:
(1) First determine if the short is in the ionizing section
or the collecting section by connecting each high
voltage lead to its respective section, one at a time,
and energizing the power pack. (The lead not con-
nected must be supported away from any point of
contact.) The short symptoms will still exist for the
section in which the short is located. If the trouble
causing the short is bridging both sections, then the
short will be indicated in both sections when they
are individually connected.
(2) When the short is isolated to a cell tier, remove all
the cells within the tier and visually check the sec-
tions indicated to contain the short.
(a). If the short is in the ionizer section, look for a
broken or defective insulator.
(b). If the short is in the collector section, look for a
large piece of foreign material bridging the
collector plates or a defective insulator.
(c) . If the short is indicated to be in both sections, it
will probably be a foreign object bridging the air gap
between the ionizer and the collector.
c. Open Circuits
Although open circuits can occur in the secondary they
usually take place in the primary. If the unit contains
only one power supply and the indicating light does not
glow the outage is probably one of the following.
(1)Supply line power to the control disconnected.
Reconnect.
(2)Open access door interlock in control of electronic air
cleaner. Be sure all access doors are properly closed
and secured.
(3)Blown in-line fuse located on the power supply circuit
board. Replace Power Supply.
(4)Outage in the power supply. Look for charred or
burned components or a loose wiring connection.
Replace power supply or reconnect wiring.
(5)Defective indicating light. Replace light.
d. Malfunctions other than short or open circuits. Refer
to trouble reference chart in this section.
8. Spare Parts
Recommended spare part quantities are usually based
on the unit size and the amount of units per installation.
For specific recommendations, consult the Trion factory
or nearest Sales Office. Consideration, however, should
be given to stocking the following components;
DESCRIPTION QTY.
PWM Power Supply 2
Junction Box Standoff Insulators 2
Cell Insulators 6
LED 2
Part Numbers are not listed as they are subject to
change. Always state Unit Model and Serial Numbers
when ordering parts.

Troubleshooting Reference Chart
PROBLEM/
SYMPTOM
PROBABLE
CAUSE
LOCATION REASON - CORRECTION
Ionizing Section of Cell 1. Dirty insulator(s) – Clean
2. Defective insulator(s) – Replace
3. Foreign Object Between Ionizing Bar and Ground
electrode - Remove
Collecting Section of Cell 1. Dirty insulator(s) - Clean
2. Defective insulator(s) – Replace
3. Foreign Material Bridging Plates - Remove
4. Bent Plates – Straighten or Replace
High Voltage Leads 1. Disconnected High Voltage Lead Contacting Ground
- Reconnect
2. Defective Lead/Insulation Breakdown – Replace
Entire Lead
Indicating Light
Not Glowing
Short Circuit
Power Supply Charred/Over Heated Components – Replace
Power Supply
Control 1. Disconnected Supply Line Power – Reconnect
2. Faulty indicting Light - Replace
Power Supply 1. Blown Fuse – Replace Power Supply.
2. Disconnected Wire – Replace
3. Charred/Over Heated Components – Replace
Power Supply
Indicating Light
Not Glowing
Open Circuit
Electronic Air Cleaner
Housing 1. Electrical Interlock Switch Not Closed – Close Access Door
2. Junction Box interlock switch not closed – Secure
Cover
3. Faulty Electrical Interlock Switch - Replace
Indicating Light
Flickering
High Resistance
Short
High Voltage Circuit
1. Ionizer High Voltage Lead Connected to Plate
Section and Plate Lead to Ionizer – Reconnect
Leads
2. Loose or Disconnect high Voltage Lead-Tighten or
Reconnect
3. Loose or Defective Inter-cell Connection (on Multi-
cell Units) – Tighten or Replace
4. Foreign Object Adrift in Ionizer or Plate Section of
Cell - Remove