During the production of float glass, one side of the molten glass comes
into contact with a bath of molten tin. Traces of tin or tin oxide metal are
deposited on the surface of glass as it is removed from the molten tin bath.
This surface of the glass is identified as the "TIN SIDE" surface of the
glass. The opposite side of the glass is denoted as the "AIR SIDE". The
presence of the tin is invisible to the human eye. Glass processors find it
beneficial to know which surface of the glass is the tin side surface, since
the tin side of the glass results in a smoother surface (among other
reasons).
The TS1420 Line-powered Tin Side Detector is very helpful in identifying
the tin side. Short-wave UV energy causes the tin to fluorescence at a
frequency that is visible to the human eye. When the lamp is placed on the
tin side surface, the tin will fluoresce and produce a milky white image that
is visible to the human eye. If you place the lamp on the non-tin side of the
glass, the lack of tin results in no fluorescence and therefore only the duller
image of the UV lamp is seen. Since the float glass substrate does not
transmit the UV light, the tin coating on the opposite side of the glass is not
exposed to the UV energy, and therefore it will only fluoresce when the
lamp is placed on the tin side of the glass.
WARNING:
Do not expose eyes and skin to shortwave ultraviolet light, as
rays are harmful to unprotected eyes and skin. Never view the image of
the lamp directly without placing a piece of glass between your eyes and
the lamp. We recommend the user wear the UV Blocking safety glasses
supplied with the product. UV light is not visible to the human eye.
Although the UV lamp may appear dim, recognize that this is only a small
percentage of the intensity being emitted by the lamp. Your eyes cannot
detect the full intensity of the short-wave UV lamp.
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Tin Side Detector
Line-powered with Automatic Glass Detection
MODEL# TS1420
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MADE IN THE USA
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The manufacturer warrants the electronics included in all models of the
TS1420 to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal
use and service as specified within the operator's manual. The
manufacturer shall repair or replace the unit within twelve (12) months
from the original date of shipment after the unit is returned to the
manufacturers factory, prepaid by the user, and the unit is disclosed to the
manufacturers satisfaction, to be thus defective. This warranty shall not
apply to any unit that has been repaired or altered other than by the
manufacturer. The aforementioned provisions do not extend the original
warranty period of the unit which has been repaired or replaced by the
manufacturer. Lamps, rubber boots, and power supplies are not covered
by warranty.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for the consequential damages of
any kind through the use or misuse of the TS1420 product by the
purchaser or others. No other obligations or liabilities are expressed or
implied. All damage or liability claims will be limited to an amount equal to
the sale price of the TS1420, as established by the manufacturer.
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WARRANTY
Power Requirement
5 or 6 Vdc, 1.5 Amp power supply is required.
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-Commercial Model-
(Model# TS1320)
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LAMP REPLACEMENT
The TS1420 includes a custom short wave UV lamp inside the enclosure.
If the lamp stops working, confirm that the lamp is bad by cycling power. If
there is no glow at start up, it may be necessary for you to replace the short
wave UV lamp. The replacement lamp is PART# TS1310 and is available
from your dealer.
To replace the lamp, unplug the unit.
There are
dangerous high voltages present inside the enclosure, and the electronics
should never be touched when powered. Use a Phillips screwdriver to
remove the 4 screws of the enclosure. Please note, remove the rubber
boot to locate the 4 screws on the bottom of the meter. See Figure 7
below.
The body of the lamp is held in place by foam pieces, while the terminals
are inserted into sockets in the circuit board. Carefully pull the old lamp
out of the sockets. Pay special attention to the foam pieces as you may
have to peel them away from the bulb. Leave as much of the foam in place
as possible, as this helps provide shock absorption to the bulb during use.
See Figure 8 below.
The replacement lamp should never be handled with bare fingers. Please
use gloves when handling the replacement lamp. The replacement lamp
will be sent to you with the terminals crimped at the proper location. DO
NOT MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE TERMINALS, AS THEY ARE
EXTREMELY FRAGILE. Carefully press the lamp terminals into the
receptacles. Fully reassemble the unit before turning power on to check
the new lamp.
Remember, DO NOT stare at the lamp output directly. Either look at the
image through a piece of float glass, or put on your UV blocking safety
glasses (included).
WARNING: YOU MUST REMOVE
THE POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE INSTRUMENT.
Figure 7
Remove power
4 screws
Figure 9
Remove the old lamp and
replace with new
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Figure 8
4 screws from enclosure
