Quick-Start Operating Guide
High- Ionizing Modules for Terra Desiccators
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Copyright 2010 Terra Universal Inc. All rights reserved. • Revised Sept. 2010 • Document No. 1800-39
v2.0tm
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1.0
Introduction
This manual provides information
on installing and operating your
Terra Universal Ionizing Module.
By studying this document
carefully, you can be assured of a
long, efficient service life from
your system.
2.0
Description
Terra’s Desiccator Ionizing Module incorporates pairs of ion emitters in each desiccator chamber that generate a
balanced stream of positive and negative ions to safely neutralize static charges on surfaces sensitive to electro-static
discharge. This module is designed for installation in a pressurized (purged) cabinet. The purge gas distributes the
positive and negative up to 48" from the emitter tips (see “Specifications” for static decay rates).
Because the Ionizing Module operates at low voltage (24 VAC), it is safe to operate and generates minimal RFI/EMI.
The stainless steel case contains the low-voltage power supply and titanium emitters, which can be replaced in a
matter of minutes.
Note:
Refer to QuickStart document No. 1800-45 for ionizing equipment used for hoods, modular cleanrooms, and
glove boxes.
3.0
Installation
Carefully unpack your desiccator cabinet (refer to separate QuickStart for desiccator set-up). Report any shipping
damage immediately to the freight company.
The Ionization Module is installed in the desiccator plenum chamber before shipping. Use the low-voltage connector
and power cable included to connect the Module to the power transformer. Then connect the transformer to the
appropriate power supply (120VAC or 240VAC). A single transformer provides ample power for up to 20 emitter pairs.
Proprietary Notice
This manual pertains to proprietary devices manufactured by Terra
Universal, Inc. Neither this document nor any portion of it may be
reproduced in any way without prior written permission from Terra
Universal.
Terra Universal makes no warranties applying to information contained
in this manual or its suitability for any implied or inferred purpose.
Terra Universal shall not be held liable for any errors this manual
contains or for any damages that result from its use.
Safety Notice
CAUTION
Cautions are used when failure to observe instructions
could result in significant damage to equipment.
A thorough familiarity with all operating guidelines is essential to safe
operation of the product. Failure to observe safety precautions could
result in poor performance, damage to the system or other property, or
serious bodily injury or death.
The following symbols are intended to call your attention to two levels
of hazard involved in operation:
WARNING
Warnings are used when failure to observe instructions
or precautions could result in injury or death.
The information presented here is subject to change without notice.
Plenum holes
for gas
distribution
