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Ioncell
5201128 Rev. D
5. MAINTENANCE
The Ioncell ionizer is designed for calibration free operation with a minimum of
maintenance and cleaning. There are no user serviceable parts within the ionizer. No
attempt should be made to disassemble or repair defective products. Please contact
Simco-Ion customer service for information concerning repair or replacement.
NOTE
– All corona type ionizers form deposits on the emitter electrodes
during normal service. Typical deposits appear as a white coating upon the
pointed tip region of the electrode. Periodic cleaning of the pointed tips will
maintain the performance and extend the life of the ionizer. Maintenance
frequency will depend on the relative humidity and cleanliness of the
location where the ionizer is operated.
Occasional cleaning of the ionizer housing may be accomplished with a clean cloth
moistened with common glass cleaning solution.
The recommended emitter cleaning procedure is as follows:
1. Turn the ionizer off by disconnecting it from the electrical power source.
2. Simco-Ion recommends using the ITW-TEXWIPE model TX726, Crush Tube
product for cleaning the emitter electrodes. (Follow ITW-TEXWIPE product
instructions) A substitute method consists of a cleanroom swab saturated in a
cleaning solution of isopropyl alcohol and de-ionized water.
3. Prepare the Crush Tube or swab for use. Insert it directly onto the point of the
electrode (CAUTION: SHARP PINS, AVOID CONTACT), rotate slowly,
and withdraw. Repeat this process until all visible deposited material has been
removed.
4. Allow cleaning solution to dry completely before returning the ionizer to
service.
