A&D AD-1683 User Manual

AD-1683
DC Static Eliminator

Instruction Manual

© 2004 A&D Company Ltd. All rights reserved.

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of A&D Company Ltd.

The contents of this manual and the specifications of the
instrument covered by this manual are subject to change
for improvement without notice.

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To Use the AD- 1683 Safely

Thank you for your purchasing the AD-1683 DC static eliminator.
Please read this manual completely before using the AD-1683.

Warning Definition
The warning described in this manual has the following meaning:

Caution

When operating this instrument, be sure to observe the
following safety precautions

• Do not open the case to repair the A D-1683. Only qualified

personnel can do that. Attempting repairs yourself may cause
damage to the AD-1683. Damage caused by attempting to do
the repair yourself will void the warranty.

• Do not use the AD-1683 in a closed environment. Ozone
that is harmful to the human body may stray into the air.
Ventilate well.

• The AD-1683 is not explosion-protected. Do not use the
instrument where flammable solvents or dust exits.

• Do not touch the discharge electrode pins. It may cause an
electrical shock.

• Use the specified AC adapter only. Please confirm that the
AC adapter type is correct for your local voltage and
receptacle type. If an AC adapter other than specified is
used, static electricity may not be eliminated or it may
cause an electrical shock. (*1)

• Be sure to insert the AC adapter into a grounding-type
electrical outlet and earth ground the grounding cable.
Otherwise, static electricity may not be eliminated or it may
cause an electrical shock.

*1: Use the AC ad apte r iden tifi catio n la bel to iden tify the A C adapter .

Important information to alert you to a situation
that may cause injury and/or damage to your
property if instructions are not followed.

Caution

Caution

• Do not keep the AC adapter connected to the electrical
outlet for a long period of time. Dust that has collected on
the outlet may cause a fire.

• When relocating the AD-1683, remove the AC to avoid a
possible electrical shock.

Precautions on Usage

Caution

• If t he A D-168 3 malfun ctio ns, st op usin g it imm edia tely. Place

an “Out of Order” label on it or move the instrument to a
place where it can not be used by mistake. It is very
dangerous to continue using the instrument under such
conditions. Ask the nearest dealer for services.

• Do not face the front of the AD-1683 directly toward an
electronic balance. Ionized air from the AD-1683 may affect
the measurement and cause a measurement error.

• When used with a balance of other manufacturers, static
elimination can not be guaranteed.

• Do not place the sample closer to the AD-1683 than specified.
The sample may become charged.

• Do not place any obstacle between the AD-1683 and the
sample.

• The stand can be attached to the workbench. The stand has
three holes with a diameter of 6 mm in 42.5 mm interval for
that purpose.

(To secure the stand: Bend the side plates outward to remove

the AD-1683, using much care not to separate the upper and
lower cases. Attach the stand to the workbench using the
screws. Replace the AD-1683 on the stand.)

1. Introduction

This manual describes how the AD-1683 works and how to get the
most out of it in terms of performance. Please read this manual
completely before using the AD-1683.

2. Features

The AD-1683 generates bipolar ions continuously by DC corona
discharge separately from positive and negative discharge
electrodes and directs the ionized air onto the charged body to
eliminate static electricity. The generated ions are well-balanced
in polarity and can eliminate static elec tricity regardless of the
polarity of the charged body. (See Fig.3.)

Static ele ctri city
Generally, insulators such as plastics are prone to be charged
with static electricity when the ambient relative humidity is
below 45%RH. This may affect weighing and cause a
measurement error of several milligrams.
The AD-1683 can elimi nate static electricity very effectively.

3. Part Names

Note: Please confirm that the AC adapter type is correct for your

local voltage and receptacle type.

To prevent electrical shock, insert the POWER cable into a

grounding-type outlet and earth ground the grounding cable.

4. How to Use the AD-1683

4-1. Installing the AD-1683

Choose the installation site so
that the AD-1683 can be place d
beside the electronic balance
and a space wide enough to
place a sample (10 cm to 30 cm
from the front of the AD-1683)
can be secured. Place the
sample in front of the AD-1683
inside the specified area and
perform static elimination. Then,
weigh the sample using the
electronic balance.

4-2. Turning the power on

Insert the AC adapter plug to the AC adapter jack located on the
rear of the AD-1683. Insert the AD adapter into an electrical
outlet. The red LED at the center of the AD-1683 illuminates to
indicate that static elimination is available.

Note: Please confirm that the AC adapter type is correct for

your local voltage and receptacle type..

4-3. Finishing the use

Remove the AD adapter from the electrical outlet.

5. Maintenance

5-1.Cleaning

Caution

Remove the AC adapter from the AD-1683 before cleaning.

When used for a long period of
time, dust may collect around the
discharge electrode pins and
static elimination performance will
be lowered. To maintain the
elimination performance, clean the
AD-1683 periodically (once a
week). Use a cotton swab to clean
the electrode pins.

5-2. Replacing the discharge electrode pin

When the elimination performance
remains low even after cleaning
the discharge electrode pins,
replace the discharge electrode
pins with new ones.
Remove the AC adapter from the
receptacle and the AD-1 683.
Using a pair of pliers, pull the
discharge electrode pin out.
Insert a new pin, using much care
not to bend the pin tip. Be sure to
insert the pin till stopped.

Replacement discharge electrode pins (Sold separately):
AX-054016580-S

6. Specifications

St atic elimination m ethod DC corona discharge (Bipolar)
Elimination range (See Fig. 2)
Distance: Approx. 10 cm to 30 cm from the elect rode
Area : 30x30 cm from the electrode
Elimination performanc e When charged 5 kV

Ambient temperature and humidit y 0°C to 40°C, 80%RH or less
Ozone concentration Positive discharge pin: 0. 07PPM
Negative discharge pin: 0.25PPM
(Measured at a distance of 1 cm from each discharge pin.)
Power supply AC adapter. Please confirm that the AC adapter type

Power consumption Approx. 1.5 V A
Discharge electrode pin Tungsten (φ0.9x17 mm), Life Approx. 10000 hours
Mass Approx. 300 g (including the st and)

Distance 10cm 20cm 30cm 50cm
Elimination time 1 sec 4 sec 15 sec 70 sec

is correct for your local v oltage and recept acle type.

External Dimensions

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