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Chargemaster Pinner Superbar

5101167 Rev. F

Chargemaster Pinner

Superbar

Arc Resistant Charging Applicator

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for Simco-Ion Chargemaster Pinner Superbar

Page 1: ...Chargemaster Pinner Superbar 5101167 Rev F Chargemaster Pinner Superbar Arc Resistant Charging Applicator INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 2: ...ION 2 3 SPECIFICATIONS 3 4 INSTALLATION 4 Determine Superbar Location 4 Install High Voltage Cables 8 Install Optional Mounting Bracket 5051494 9 5 OPERATION 11 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 7 MAINTENANCE 14 Cleaning Charging Bars 14 Replacing Ionizing Pins 14 Replacing HV Connectors 15 8 WARRANTY 16 ...

Page 3: ...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 and all metal parts in the vicinity CAUTION Electrical Shock Hazard Always disconnect power supply before connecting or disconnecting charging equipment Never touch a charging bar when power supply is energized CAUTION Fi...

Page 4: ...bars are resistor limited to provide arc resistant operation It is this advancement that prevents hard arcs from occurring resulting in several improvements when compared to traditional charging equipment Increased voltage consistency and continuous pinning action Reduced EMI RMI that can disturb sensitive electronic components Limited energy release that could otherwise degrade some plastics and ...

Page 5: ...rd length 1 2 min bend radius Pin Current 375 uA 30 kV short circuit Point to ground short no damage 3 second max 30 kV Dimensions 1 H x 6 W x 14 L effective Pinning Length 10 Enclosure Glass filled polyester rugged impact resistant red color Weight 5 lb Pinner Superbars are easy to setup safe to use and produce superior bonding They are supplied with mounting hardware and are available with eithe...

Page 6: ...bar alternatively the bar could move over the fixture After the materials to be pinned together are positioned on the fixture it moves beneath the charging bar The negative ions created by the bar are driven toward the grounded metal fixture by an electric field formed between them The top material blocks ion travel through the field and becomes electrostatically charged resulting in adhesion betw...

Page 7: ...n between the two materials AC Pinner Superbar 1 5 Min Figure 2 3 Two Charging Bars In Figure 3 one charging bar faces another of opposite polarity in an application where decorative sheets are pinned to heavy particleboard prior to laminating As the materials move between the charging bars the opposite polarity ions created by each bar are driven toward each other by an electric field formed betw...

Page 8: ...nt in close proximity to any flammable solvents or flammable materials CAUTION Electrical Shock Hazard Only qualified service personnel are to perform installation tasks CAUTION Electrical Shock Hazard It is essential that the machine frame and all metal parts in the vicinity be grounded either through well grounded electrical conduit or by heavy copper wire connecting the frame to a water pipe CA...

Page 9: ...imer to 3 minutes and connect the normally open contact of the OFF delay timer to the remote ON OFF terminal strip located on the rear of the power supply 1 Determine the best location for the Pinner Superbar using the above applications for guidance For optimum performance bars should be positioned away from all ground references as shown in Figure 4 1 from rear 2 5 from sides 1 from ends 1 5 fro...

Page 10: ...ION Electrical Shock Hazard Ground all surrounding metal parts in the vicinity of the charging bar CAUTION Fire Hazard Do not install or operate equipment in close proximity to any flammable solvents or flammable materials 1 Route the high voltage cable for each charging bar along the machine frame or wall to the power supply Assure the cable is safely away from all moving parts and sharp edges 2 ...

Page 11: ...he drive belt support idlers see Figure 5A with Super Pinner Bars set to maximum open position full up down centering the drive belts between the Super Pinner Bars and clamp bracket in position Mark the frame for mounting hole 2 5 16 requirements on each side frame 2 Remove mounting bracket assembly and drill holes in side frames Secure mounting bracket using 5 16 carriage bolts provided Reset the...

Page 12: ...Shock Hazard Turn off power supply before connecting or disconnecting the high voltage cable 1 Insert the cable with spring loaded connector attached into the power supply high voltage connection Screw in the knurled plug to secure the cable NOTE FINGER TIGHTEN ONLY ...

Page 13: ...rials 1 Before energizing any power supply Ensure that all power supplies are properly grounded Ensure that all charging bars have been properly located positioned and installed Ensure all requirements printed in the applicable power supply instructions have been fully complied with 2 After the above checks have been performed simply energize each power supply to operate the charging bars 3 Settin...

Page 14: ...e power supply and suppresses the charging process Sustained stressed operation may also damage the bar and power supply Always turn the power supply OFF when the system is not in use For safety and ease of operation it is recommended to connect the power supply line cord to the electrical system of the machine in such a manner that the power supply is only energized when the machine is in operati...

Page 15: ...s not possible to do this it may be necessary to install an arc shield please call your Simco representative for more details 3 Troubleshooting low pinning strength If pinning strength is not adequate and the power supply is already at maximum output voltage moving the bar closer to the target material can increase pinning strength Reduce the bar to material distance until pinning strength is adeq...

Page 16: ... of the bar mounting hardware and insulated support frame using a clean soft cloth If necessary dampen the cloth with isopropyl alcohol to remove inks conductive contaminants or resistant coatings CAUTION Fire Hazard Ensure all traces of alcohol have been removed and the static bar is completely dry before energizing the power supply NOTE The alcohol must not contain additives Never use harsh solv...

Page 17: ...urn off power supply before connecting or disconnecting the high voltage cable 1 Loosen the setscrew of the spring loaded terminal using a 5 64 hex key or allen wrench 2 Remove the high voltage connector from the cable and replace with the correct high voltage connector 3 Assure that the conductor of the high voltage cable is fully inserted into the spring loaded terminal of the new high voltage c...

Page 18: ... In no event shall SIMCO ION be liable for incidental or consequential damages except where state or regional 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 this warranty in any manner whatsoever All products returned must have an RA Return Authorization number ...

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Page 20: ...Chargemaster Pinner Superbar 5101167 Rev F Simco Ion 2257 North Penn Road Hatfield PA 19440 215 822 6401 800 203 3419 www simco ion com customerservice simco ion com 2014 Simco Ion Printed in the U S A ...

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