TB-5509
December 2008 Page 1 of 2
Auto-Ion™ Self-Balancing Ionizer
Operation, Installation and Maintenance
ESD Systems.com • 432 Northboro Road Central • Marlboro, MA 01752 • (508) 485-7390 • Fax (508) 480-0257 • Website: ESDSystems.com
Figure 1. Item 94010, Auto-Ion™ Self-Balancing Ionizer
Introduction
The AUTO-ION™ Self-Balancing Ionizer is designed to
effectively eliminate localized static charges, which
exist in the work area. The Auto-Ion™ is available in
two models: Item 94010 is 120 Volt, and item 94011 is
220 Volt. Also available is item 94012, replacement
emitters for the unit.
HOW TO USE YOUR IONIZER
1 Position the ionizer on or directly above the target
work area.
2 Plug the unit into an 110V AC or 220 (as indicated
on back of case) electrical outlet.
3 Direct the air ion flow toward the area to be ionized.
4 Select fan speed and heater options.
For best results:
1 Keep target area clear and free from obstructions to
air ion flow.
2 Keep work area clear of all static generative
materials.
3 Use only approved static control grounding methods
and material handling equipment.
4 By properly using ionized air, all static potentials in
the work area are greatly reduced, even when
humidity levels decrease.
5
MOST IMPORTANT!
Be sure that the ionizer is
grounded thru the green wire of the power cord.
Also check you're ground to be sure that the outlet
is properly grounded.
The unit is designed to automatically alarm and shut
down if unbalanced conditions exist.
To reactivate:
After alarm and automatic shutdown of ionizer power
supply, turn power to OFF, silencing alarm. Careful
inspection should be made of the emitters and the
fuse. Emitter cleaning may be required.
Cleaning Instructions
Your Ionizer was designed to be virtually maintenance
free. The emitter points can be cleaned when there is
a visible accumulation of dirt, or in the event of an
automatic shutdown and alarm. Generally, emitter
cleaning should be done at least twice a year,
depending on the cleanliness level of the working
environment.
1 Check the emitter points for dirt collection.
2 Be sure the unit is unplugged.
3 Wipe emitter point with a swab dampened in
isopropyl alcohol.
4 The outside case may be wiped down with a soft
damp cloth.
5 Let dry for a minute and turn back on.
Balance Verification
The Auto-Ion™ is factory set to achieve a maximum
balanced ion output in standard applications. To verify
balance, we recommend using the EOS/ESD-S3.1-
1991, EOS/ESD association test standard.
Neutralization Efficiency (Decay Time)
The comparative efficiency of bench top ionizers is
determined by a standard test published by the ESD
Association (Draft standard S 3.1). The decay rates
measured using this standard for the ionizer are shown in
the following diagram. The performance of the ionizer was
measured with the unit positioned at varying distances with
the fan speed on high.
TECHNICAL BULLETIN TB-5509
Made in America
© 2008 DESCO INDUSTRIES INC.
Employee Owned
