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SECTION 6   Operation

    

 

 
Activate the XC by setting the POWER switch to the ON position. The ionization 
indicator will illuminate to indicate the presence of ionized air. Set the air flow as desired 
by adjusting the FAN SPEED to low ( I ), medium ( I I ), or high ( I I I ). If warm air is 
desired for operator comfort, set the HEATER switch to the ON (I) position. The 
direction of the air stream can be adjusted upward or downward by loosening the 
lock knobs, tilting the unit and retightening the knobs. 
  
The Aerostat XC produces an ionized air stream that covers a large area uniformly.  
The time required to neutralize a static charge on an item in this area depends on many 
factors. Two important factors are: distance to the ionizer and air velocity.  Air ions 
constantly "neutralize" each other. Positive and negative ions are electrostatically 
attracted to each other. When they contact, the charge transfers and the ions 
recombine. With high air velocity, the ions travel further before they recombine. Setting 
the fan speed to high results in coverage for the greatest possible area.  Decreasing the 
distance to the ionizer results in more rapid neutralization. For fast neutralizing, the item 
should be held within 1 to 3 feet from the Aerostat XC. For virtually instantaneous 
neutralizing, the item may be held as close as 6 inches. 
                                        
When using the Aerostat XC in an electronics assembly area, the ionized air stream 
should cover as much of the work area as possible. The constant flow of ionized air will 
prevent items such as work surfaces, tools, materials and components from developing 
a static charge. Charged items introduced into the work area will be neutralized and will 
remain neutral while they are in the air stream. 
 

 

Summary of Contents for 4002612

Page 1: ...roblem It can be applied in inspection testing and assembly environments The Aerostat XC can also be used where static electricity causes problems such as attraction of dirt to product misalignment of...

Page 2: ...el ion emitters which results in an intense alternating electric field at the tip of the emitters It is this intense electric field that introduces alternating polarity ions into the air flow The shap...

Page 3: ...enter line of air stream Air Flow Characteristics 3 x 6 Area Coverage Heated Air Temperature Fan Speed Above Ambient where applicable Low 11 F 6 C Medium 9 5 C High 7 F 4 C Measured 6 in front of unit...

Page 4: ...rom 1000 volts to 100 volts Note Discharge times for high speed are 10 longer for 230 V 50 Hz SECTION 4 Safety 4 1 Read all instructions before proceeding with installation or operation Failure to fol...

Page 5: ...s an optional air filter kit part number 5050281 is available The air filter kit contains user installed brackets and an air filter that can be cleaned and reused The Aerostat XC should be placed appr...

Page 6: ...neutralize each other Positive and negative ions are electrostatically attracted to each other When they contact the charge transfers and the ions recombine With high air velocity the ions travel furt...

Page 7: ...s stubborn wash the filter in mild soap and water then rinse Blot the filter dry with paper towels and allow to dry Reinstall filter on air inlet by sliding it under brackets from rear of the unit IMP...

Page 8: ...on Balance in Section 3 Specifications Do not try to determine ion balance by holding a static meter in the ionized air stream This will result in a meaningless reading 7 6 Calibration The Aerostat XC...

Page 9: ...eater ionizer and brush 6 4670700 Brush 7 4401510 Ionizer Duct Standoff 2 required 8 4103940 Line Cord Assembly 120 V 8 4104035 Line Cord Assembly 230 V 9 4610699 Illuminated Rocker Switch 120 V 9 461...

Page 10: ...where state laws override This warranty extends to the original purchaser and is not transferable No person agent distributor dealer or company is authorized to change modify or amend the terms of thi...

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