Vessel HPG-1 User manual

High Power Ionizing Gun
Instruction Manual
Purpose
〇This product is a static eliminator designed to eliminate electrostatic charges.
〇It is intended to be used to address various production problems caused by electrostatic charges.
CONTENTS
●Before Using the Product ···················································································P. 2
●Product Overview ··································································································P. 3
●Main Specifications·······························································································P. 4
●External Dimension ·······························································································P. 5
●Installation················································································································P. 6
●Operation Procedure····························································································P. 8
●Maintenance and Anomaly Handling····························································P. 9
●Troubleshooting ·····································································································P. 1 0
●Storage·······················································································································P. 1 0

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For Your Safely
Safety Precautions
●Carefully read these Safety Precautions before use. Observe the precautions indicated herein to
ensure safety.
●Safety precautions in this instruction manual are categorized into two types by the degree of
danger associated with each of the followings.
●If the ionizers are used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by
the equipment may be impaired.
Warning
Indicates that improper handling can lead to serious injury or even death.
Caution
Indicates that improper handling can lead to minor injury and property
damage.
This symbol indicates a WARNING or CAUTION.
This symbol indicates a prohibited action.
This symbol indicates a mandatory required action
Warning
PROHIBITED
Do not use in environments with flammable gases and solvents in the
atmosphere, requiring explosion-proof equipment. As this product is not
explosion-proof, there is a risk of explosion or fire.
PROHIBITED Don't use this product for other purpose than static electricity elimination.
Caution
PROHIBITED
Don't bring this product into or don't use this product in a place where water,
oil, solvent may be poured, and/or where corrosive gas such as acid, alkali,
chlorine and so on. There is a risk of electric shock and/or product breakdown.
PROHIBITED
Don't use this product in a place where a considerable shock and/or vibration
are given, and/or where a sharp temperature fluctuation or dew condensation
occurs.
PROHIBITED
Be sure to use this product within a range of conditions of use in the section of
Specifications" including the electric rating. Otherwise, there is a risk of fire and
electric shock.
REMEMBER Installation and maintenance should be conducted by a person proficient in
electric works including wiring.
REMEMBER
If this product has broken considerably or gotten dilapidated, the electrical
noises or burning in the high voltage part (i.e. transformer) may occur.
Read this instruction manual attentively and perform a correct regular
maintenance and inspection.
REMEMBER
This product needs to be grounded. Don't use this product without being surely
grounded. Otherwise, the product does not perform to the max extent as
designed, and a user may feel a subtle electrical shock when he/she touches the
housing.
REMEMBER
Be sure to check the product when it was exposed to considerable shock or
damage due to a drop or alike. If the product does not operate properly and/or
any abnormal operation is detected, consult us for repair and/or replacement
with a brand-new product.
REMEMBER Keep this instruction manual beside the product for a quick reference.

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Product Overview
Product Overview
High Power Gun HPG-1 is a static eliminator which is designed to eliminate static charges and dusts
from a charged object by ionizing compressed air, which is supplied from a compressor, by the
discharge electrode equipped inside the gun, and blowing it to the object.
The HPG-1 should be used together with its dedicated high voltage power supply GP-1 which is also
available from us. High voltage of 3.5 kVAC is used for this product HPG-1. Therefore, it is necessary
to adjust the output voltage of High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 to be 3.5 kV (For details, refer to the
GP-1 instruction manual).
The dedicated AC adapter AD24-GP or AD24-GPE for the High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 supports
a wide range of input voltage (single phase 100 to 240 VAC, and 50 to 60 Hz). If using DC power
supply for machinery, equipment, etc., connect a 24VDC ± 10% 1A power supply. In this case,
connect the 0V side to ground.
Product Features
●Titanium discharge needle (discharge electrode)
For the discharge electrode of the product, titanium, which has resistance against wear damage, is
used so that stable performance can be kept for a long time. By using clean dry air, static
eliminating performance improves, and the frequency of cleaning the electrode can be reduced.
●Silicone-shield high-voltage cable
* A silicone cable with great durability is used as the high voltage cable of the product. This cable
is also shielded, so it reduces the negative influences by the high voltage electric field
(in consideration of EMC) and simplifies the wiring.
* Urethane, cleaning-easy material, is used for cable exterior.
* The cable length can be changed to up to 5m as an option.
* Non-shielded type is also available as option. Please contact us for more detail.
●Strong die-cast aluminum gun body
The gun body is made of light and durable aluminum die-cast.
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Two-way type air gun with a large lever
An air tube can be connected to the top or the bottom of the product. Although a one-touch joint
for 8 mm (outside diameter) air tube is attached at the time of shipping, it can be replaced with a
coupler joint (standard accessory). Also, a large, easy-to-pull lever is equipped for better
workability.
●Ion balance adjustment circuit
High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 for this product is equipped with a circuit for ion balance
adjustment. According to your environment and/or conditions, the ion balance can be easily
adjusted through external operation of the adjustment portion. High Voltage Power Supply GP-1
has two output terminals and can connect up to two guns. However, in that case, it is not possible
to adjust the ion balance of each of them. Therefore, when the ion balance is an important factor,
it is recommended to use just a single gun so that you can adjust the ion balance.
●Safety/Anomaly Detection Circuit
High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 is equipped with a safety circuit which automatically shuts off the
output when a high voltage short circuit is detected. Also, it has an alarm output terminal.

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Main Specifications
Main Specifications
Model : HPG-1
Type : High voltage applied type ionizing gun
Structure
: Direct coupled (Touch the electrode when applying current may bring
electric shocks.)
Applied high voltage : High voltage power supply unit GP-1*1
Ionizing method : Alternating current corona discharge method
Applied voltage &
Frequency : 3.5 kVAC and 50 to 60 Hz (set/adjusted on the GP-1 side).
Operating fluid &
Input pressure
: Clean air with maximum input pressure of 0.7 MPa (PROHIBITED TO SUPPLY
AIR AT MORE THAN 0.7MPa. SERIOUS RISK OF DAMAGE OR BREAKAGE ON
THE BODY AND OTHER PARTS.)
Operating temperature
& humidity : 0 to 45°C and 10 to 90% RH (without freezing or dew condensation)
Storage temperature &
humidity : -30 to 50°C and 10 to 90% RH (without freezing or dew condensation)
Installation distance
: Approx. 50 to 300 mm (the distance between a charged object and the
discharge tip of the gun)
Decay time : Approx. 0.5 sec. (Input air pressure = 0.3 MPa, Distance = 150 mm)
Ion balance : Adjustable on the GP-1 4kV (A charged plate monitor or equivalent is
required).
Installation place : Indoors
Protection circuit : High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 is equipped with a high voltage anomaly
detection function and automatic stop circuit.
High voltage cable : Standard accessory 3m cable*2 (silicone shielded cable)
Termination connector : High Voltage Connector CON-4
Air connection : For 8mm (O.D.) tube, one-touch joint (when a single product is used)
Material : Die-cast aluminum (gun body), PA66 (nozzle body),
SUS304 (head nozzle), and titanium (discharge needle)
Size : See the external dimension diagram (on the next page).
Weight : Approx. 560 g (including a 3m high voltage cable and a high voltage
connector)
Noise : Approx. 95 dBA (input air pressure = 0.3 MPa)
Air consumption : Approx. 100L/min. (input air pressure = 0.3 MPa)
Life expectancy
: 10,000 hours (8 hours x 250 days x 5 years) (only as a guide)
* This is not a period of guarantee.
*1 Use the power supply with the red "OUTPUT 4 kV" sticker.
*2 The cable length can be changed to up to 5m as an option.

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External Dimension
High Power Ionizing Gun HPG-1

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Installation
Installation Location
Warning
PROHIBITED
Do not use in environments with flammable gases and solvents in the atmosphere,
requiring explosion-proof equipment. As this product is not explosion-proof, there is
a risk of explosion or fire.
Caution
Caution
・
Take into consideration the ambient conditions surrounding the installation
location.
・Install indoors where it will be sheltered from wind and rain.
・Install in a location where it will not be exposed to water, oil or fine dust.
・Do not install in locations where considerable vibrations or shocks will be
transmitted to the unit.
・Do not bring into areas with high humidity, or where there are corrosive gases
such as acids, alkalis or chlorine gas exist. Also, do not use the product in these
types of areas. There is a risk of electric shock or product breakdown.
・Please use in areas with a temperature between 0 to 45℃, and a humidity of 10 to
90%.
Installation work
Caution
REMEMBER
・Installation of the high voltage supply unit GP-1 should be conducted by
someone proficient in handling of electric products, including electric wire.
・Do not, under any circumstances, drill holes into the GP-1.
・This product HPG-1 must be used while the high voltage supply unit GP-1 is fixed.
Installing the GP-1
Place the High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 close to the equipment on which the air gun HPG-1 is installed.
Firmly secure it to a strong frame, wall, floor, etc. using four Ｍ5 screws through the holes in the bottom of
the mounting base. When installing the GP-1 on a vertical surface, make sure the high voltage output
connector is on the bottom. The GP-1 weighs approximately 4.5 kg. Please handle with great care to avoid
serious injury due to the dropping of the GP-1 and alike. The GP-1 output can be configured from 3.5 to
4.0kV. If the output is too high, a spark occurs at the gun tip part, and it may damage the equipment, so
MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THAT THE OUTPUT VOLTAGE IS CORRECTLY SET ON THE GP-1.
Connecting an Input Wire to the GP-1
1. Prepare the power adaptor AD24-GP or AD24-GPE (2 types available as option for different plug shape).
Insert the connector of the power adaptor AD24-GP or AD24-GPE into the input connector of the high
voltage power supply unit GP-1 (MOLEX 5557-02R-210) and securely connect them.
2. Connect the AC cable of the AD24-GP or the AD24-GPE to the power adaptor. Then, insert the 3-pin plug
of the AC cable terminal into a grounded 3-pin outlet. When you need to connect the AC cable to an
ungrounded 2-pin outlet or the like, be sure to wire the ground terminal of the body of the GP-1 to a
grounded machinery frame, etc.
* In this case, make sure that the power switch on the GP-1 is in the OFF [o] position.
* For details on how and where to install the GP-1, refer to the GP-1 instruction manual.

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Installation
Caution
Caution
The High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 must always be grounded. If the
product is not sufficiently grounded, it will not perform up to its full
capabilities.
Also, when touching the casing of the GP-1 or the body of the HPG-1, you
may receive a light electric shock.
REMEMBER Do not power on High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 until all of the steps are
completed.
Wiring the High Voltage Shielded Cable
Caution
REMEMBER
High voltage shielded cables have a product lifetime (approx. 10,000 hours).
The cables require constant maintenance.
Consider carrying out inspections and replacements when laying the high
voltage cables. Also, whenever the high voltage cable is damaged, it must be
repaired or replaced.
REMEMBER
Do not bend the high voltage shield cable at a sharp or right angle. The minimum
bend radius of the cable is about 60 mm (inside dimension). Also, do not use the
cable in the state it scrapes against a sharp metal plate, machine frame edge, etc.
Such a state may quickly degrade insulation of the high voltage shield cable to
cause an accident.
REMEMBER
Be sure to connect the ground wire of the high voltage shield cable terminal on
the power supply side, to the ground terminal of high voltage power supply GP-1.
Otherwise, you may get an electric shock from the gun body or the high voltage
cable.
REMEMBER
If the high voltage cable is broken during power distribution, sparks are emitted
from it. In that case, immediately stop using it and ask repair. Meanwhile, if a short
circuit occurs between the core wire and the shield coating (grounding object) ,
the safety circuit (anomaly detection circuit) of the GP-1 is triggered to
automatically stop the power supply.
REMEMBER
The high voltage shielded cable is a special electric wire that is designed to
feed high voltage. Never damage it. Handle it with care, to prevent breakage
by acute bending, deformation by pulling, etc. Moreover, be careful to avoid
getting it wet, having metal powder (machining dust) attached, etc.
REMEMBER The high voltage cable portion connected to the head nozzle of the gun is not
shielded. Therefore, do not pull the portion or use it for hanging the gun.
PROHIBITED Never disassemble the GP-1 or the HPG-1. Never make a modification such as
shortening of the high voltage cable.
PROHIBITED
When using the high voltage cable, do not intersect or contact it with a signal
wire or an electric power wire of a large volume motor. Due to noise transmission,
a malfunction or a failure may occur on the product or a device with low noise
tolerance.

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Installation
Connecting the High Voltage Cable
The high voltage shield cable is a special electric wire. It is a high-voltage resistance silicone cable which is coated
with a shield and polyurethane connecting to the ground portion. Connect the cable in the following procedure:
1. Determine the wiring route of the high voltage cable from the air gun HPG-1 to High Voltage Power Supply
GP-1.
* In the wiring route, do not include places, such as a passage, in which a heavy object passes over the cable.
2. Connect the high voltage cable
with High Voltage Power Supply
GP-1. Connect the high voltage
connector of the high voltage
cable terminal to the output
connector of the GP-1. You can
connect the high voltage
connector just by inserting and
screwing it into the output
connector by hands. Being made of
resin, the connection portion may
be damaged if a tool such as a plier
is used. Be sure to connect it by
hands.
3. Connect the ground wire of the high voltage shield cable terminal to the ground terminal of the GP-1.
4. Fix the high voltage cable on the top cover of the GP-1, using the provided nylon clips. This can prevent pulling
tension and others from being applied to the high voltage connector portion.
5. Twist an accompanying sticker around the high voltage
cable at an arbitrary place. It is recommended to attach it at
the place where it is well remarked by the operator.
Connecting the Air Tube
1. Connect an air tube (outside diameter of 8 mm and inside diameter of 5 mm) to the one-touch joint which is
located on the bottom of the grip portion of the gun body. The one-touch joint can be replaced with the coupler
joint (standard accessory). When supplying air from the top of the product, replace the end plug on the upper
section with the one-touch joint on the bottom section of the gun body. Before connecting, tightly wrap each
screw portion with a sealing tape.
2. Supply clean and dry air to the gun. If necessary, use an air filter or a mist separator. The cleanliness of air has a
great influence on the frequency of cleaning of the electrode and the product lifetime.
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Operation
Operation Procedure
Supply clean and dry air to the gun, and turn the power switch of High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 on.
When you pull the trigger of the gun, ionized compressed air is brown off to eliminate static charges and dusts.
Turn the power switch of the GP-1 off when you don’t use the gun.
* Even if the trigger is not pulled, high voltage is being supplied to the gun when the power switch of the GP-1 is on.
* When high pressure air is used, the operator and other people working around him/her must wear a protector such as
earplugs. Being exposed to high-tone noise for a long time may cause hearing loss or another disability.

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Maintenance and Anomaly Handling
Cleaning the Discharge Needle and the Gun
For quick cleaning, use a nylon blush, a soft cloth, or a cotton-tipped stick.
Be sure to turn the power of High Voltage Power Supply GP-1 off, and clean the gun tip portion
ranging from the air outlet to the discharge needle. It is recommended to supply air at a quite low
pressure (0.05 MPa or so) at the time of cleaning.
•If removing the gun-tip metal portion without turning OFF High Voltage Power Supply GP-1, you get
an electric shock. Be sure to confirm the power is off. Also, do not remove the discharge needle.
•Never use organic solvents, detergents, etc.
•Pay enough attention to handle the discharge needle because its head is sharpened and tends to
easily prick skin. Also, if the discharge needle is bent or broken, be sure to replace it.
Contact us for repair and after-purchase service.
Sparks from the Discharge Needle
There should be no visible sparks from the static elimination device system during normal use. If you
see these kinds of sparks continuing to occur at the discharge needle, etc., make sure to perform
necessary maintenance such as cleaning the connected needle electrode. If cleaning cannot
eliminate the occurrence of sparks, stop the supply of power to the body part and contact the dealer
from which the product was purchased.
Other Anomalies
If any of the following phenomena occur, immediately stop the supply of power to the body part and
contact the dealer from which the product was purchased.
•Sparks are being emitted due to damage to the antistatic electrode or the high voltage cable.
•
The high voltage connector portion or a part of the high voltage cable has melted. It is smoking
or burning.
•
A strange smell is coming from the body part. Or, it is making an unusual humming sound.
(which can be heard from 1 m away)
•
The body part is considerably distorted. Or, it is abnormally hot. (enough that it cannot be
touched with bare hands)
Caution
PROHIBITED
Do not use the product in the following conditions. Risk of fire or electric shock.
•The product is broken due to dropping or shock.
• The power indicator light does not come on even though the power switch
is turned to ON.
• The cord is damaged or heated up.
•
The plug to the connector or outlet is loose.
Power off
When any abnormal condition is detected, turn off the power switch and pull
out the power supply connector.
Prohibition of
disassembly
Never disassemble the product.
Continuously using the product during failure or abnormal conditions may lead to product
breakdowns or accidents, so please request repairs in a timely manner. Contact the dealer from which
the product was purchased for repairs.

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Phenomenon Cause Measure
It is not possible to
eliminate static
electricity.
The appropriate input voltage is
not being supplied to the GP-1.
Check the output voltage and the polarity of the
AC adapter or the DC power supply.
Ionized air does not reach to the
charged object.
Check the direction of air blown from the gun.
The electrode is extremely dirty.
Clean the discharge needle.
Bad ground.
Check conduction between the gun tip part
(stainless steel) and the ground wire.
Sparks are emitted
when the power is
turned on.
The setting of the output voltage
of the GP-1 is not correct.
Adjust the output voltage of the GP-1 to be an
appropriate one. *
The output voltage is high due to
heavy load.
Adjust the output voltage. Otherwise, reduce
the load (reducing the number of bodies to be
connected to the GP-1, or replacing with the
optional short high-voltage cable.) *
The anomaly detection
circuit of the power
supply GP-1 is triggered
to stop output.
The load is too great.
Decrease the load. (reducing the number of
bodies to be connected to the GP-1, or
replacing with the optional short high-voltage
cable.) *
The electrode and insulation of
the gun body are extremely dirty.
Clean or replace the electrode, etc.
Failure of the gun body or the
high voltage cable (short circuit,
etc.).
If the GP-1 stops detecting anomaly when the high
voltage cable is disconnected, replace the electrode
and the high voltage cable.
Breakdown of the GP-1.
If the GP-1 continues detecting anomaly even
after the high voltage cable is disconnected,
repair or replace the GP-1.
* Contact the dealer from which the product was purchased for options.
Note: Replacement of electrode is an option by our factory.
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Storage
Caution
PROHIBITED
Do not store the product in the following locations. There is a risk of product
breakdown.
・Where considerable vibration or shock is transmitted to the unit
・Areas with heat, humidity or condensation exceeding the range shown in the
specifications
・Areas where an abrupt temperature change occurs
・Areas where there is a risk of ignition or explosion such as near flammable
solvent or dust powder
・Areas with a lot of dust and smoke, or where water, oil, or chemicals may be
poured on the product
・
Areas where an intensive electric field or ferromagnetic field is generated

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memo

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LIMITED WARRANTY:
VESSEL expressly warrants that for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, VESSEL static
erasers will be free of defects in material (parts) and workmanship (labour). Within the warranty
period, Defects occurring will be repaired or products will be replaced at VESSEL's option and
expense, if VESSEL receives notice during the warranty period. Defective products must be returned
to VESSEL Osaka Japan with proof of purchase date. And if your unit is out of warranty, VESSEL will
quote repair charges necessary to ship your unit freight prepaid to where you have originally
purchased.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:
THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER PRODUCT WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED.
The express warranty will not apply to defects or damage due to accidents, neglect, misuse,
alterations, operator error, or failure to properly maintain, clean, or repair products.
LIMIT OF LIABILITY:
This electronic static eraser use high voltage corona discharge and should not be used in or near
flammable or explosive environments. In no event will VESSEL or any seller is responsible or liable for
any injury, loss or damage, direct or consequential, whether based in tort or contract arising out of
the use of or the inability to use the product. Fulfillment of VESSEL's warranty obligations will be
Customer's exclusive remedy and VESSEL's and Seller's limit of liability for any breach of warranty or
otherwise. Before using this unit, users shall determine the suitability of the product for their
intended use, and users assume all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.
Model HPG-1
Warranty (1) year from the date of purchase
Customer Name
Address
Tel . No.
Dealer Name/Address/Tel. No.
Manufactured by:
17-25, Fukae-Kita 2-chome,
Higashinari-ku, Osaka 537-0001 Japan
Tel : [phone] Fax : [phone]
E-mail : expor[email protected]
URL : http://www.vessel.jp
MADE IN JAPAN
17082900.00