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Figure 9: Using the Chargebuster Ion Gun
Pressures of 30-40 psi (0.2-0.28 MPa) are commonly
used for decontaminating surfaces. OSHA regulations
recommend limiting hand-held air blow-off devices to
maximum pressures of 30 psi (0.2 MPa). The hose is rated
at 65 psi (0.45 MPa) at temperatures up to 75°F (24°C), and
the rating decreases at higher temperatures. When using
high pressures, consider the ambient room temperature as
well as heat from surrounding equipment.
I. Ensure that you are not holding down the trigger, and
turn on the power switch located at the top of the
console. The power LED should illuminate.
II. Hold the gun approximately six inches from the surface
you want to neutralize and blow-off. Aim the nozzle
and hold down the trigger. The LED on the back of the
gun should illuminate. Typically, static charges are
discharged within one second.
III. Release the trigger when the surface is clean.
If the optional foot switch is installed, you may use either
the foot switch or gun trigger.
II. Using a cloth moistened with the IPA solution, wipe
the exterior surfaces of the console and gun to
remove any dirt or dust that may have collected.
III. Using a swab moistened with the IPA solution,
gently clean the emitter points on the gun.
Extremely dirty points increase the time needed to
discharge static and can affect the ionization
balance.
REPLACING THE DISPOSABLE FILTER
Desco recommends that the disposable filter be
changed every 3 months or when it begins to look
dirty.
I. Turn power off at the console and disconnect the
console from the gas supply.
II. Hold down the disposable filter release button on
the side of the console.
III. Remove the hose and disposable filter from the
console by pulling the textured rubber plug where
the hose emerges from the console. Rocking the
plug back and forth can help loosen the filter. Do
not pull the hose itself.
IV. Remove the disposable filter from the hose fitting by
depressing the metal release tab on the fitting and
pulling off the air filter.
V. Replace with the new disposable filter by following
the procedure in the ASSEMBLY section on page
2.
Specifications
Ozone
< 0.005 ppm
(24 hour accumulation)
Hose
65 psi (0.45 MPa)
Power Output
120 VAC
Gas Input
20-65 psi (0.14 - 0.45 MPa)
Clean dry air or nitrogen
Disposable Filter
99.9% efficient
0.01 micron particles
0.008 micron coalescing
Hose Length
7' (2.13 m)
Console Dimensions
8.5" x 3.0" x 1.6"
(21.6 cm x 7.6 cm x 4.1 cm)
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Maintenance
“All ionization devices will require periodic maintenance for
proper operation. Maintenance intervals for ionizers vary
widely depending on the type of ionization equipment and
use environment. Critical clean room uses will generally
require more frequent attention. It is important to set-up
a routine schedule for ionizer service. Routine service is
typically required to meet quality audit requirements.” (ESD
Handbook TR 20.20 section 5.3.6.7 Maintenance / Cleaning)
CLEANING THE COMPONENTS
I. Turn off the console and disconnect it from its
electircal power and gas supply sources.
