The Duplicator 2
Instruction Sheet
Duplicator 2 Includes:
• 1 Duplicator 2 Inflator
• 1 Helium/Nitrogen Regulator
• 1 Adjustable Regulator
• 1 Supply Hose
•
1 Latex Balloon Filling Outlet
• 1 Power Cord
• 1 Foot Pedal
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Duplicator
Tools of the Trade DVD
2 on Conwin’s
Getting Started
• To prevent the risk of electrical shock, do not use the
Duplicator 2 outdoors when weather conditions are wet.
Never operate unit on a wet floor or work area.
MPORTANT - Before plugging Duplicator 2 into an outlet,
• I
refer to electrical rating listed on back of unit to verify that
voltage is correct.
• If the Duplicator 2 malfunctions or is damaged, discontinue use
and unplug unit from electrical outlet. Contact an authorized
Conwin Service Center for details on how to receive service.
• Never attempt to repair the Duplicator 2 yourself. Opening
the Duplicator 2 case will automatically void manufacturer
warranty. Contact an authorized Conwin Service Center for
all repairs.
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Primary Regulator
Ribbon
Cutter
Disc
Tyer
Post
Press-Fit Connection
Hand-tight
Connection
Latex
alloon
B
utlet
O
igital
D
Timer
Readout
Adjustable
Regulator
Foil
Balloon
utlet
O
Hand-tighten the regulator to a helium or
nitrogen c
properly secured in a safety stand or wall
bracket prior to attaching the regulator.
Note: Do not open the valve until Step 6.
. Make sure the cylinder is
ylinder
4
Plug the foot pedal into the side of the unit.
Connect the supply hose to the adjustable
regulator in the back of the unit.
5 6
Hand-tighten the latex inflating outlet to the
Duplicator 2. See Accessory outlets featured
on the back page.
Plug the power cord into the side of the unit and into
an electric
is recommened.) The digital display will appear when
unit has power.
al outlet.
Slowly open the cylinder valve. Make sure the valve
is fully opened (5 full turns). The cylinder pressure
will read on the gauge located on the primary regulator.
The inlet pressure will read on the adjustable regulator
gauge located on the back of the unit.
(A power strip with surge protector
Latex Balloon Inflation
1
Set the Adjustable Regulator
Reference the size setting chart to set the Duplicator 2 to the
appropriate pressure. The PSI setting on the chart corresponds
to the inlet pressure on the adjustable regulator. To adjust the
pressure, pull the black setting knob up to unlock and turn it
clockwise to increase the pressure and the size of the balloon.
Turn the knob counter-clockwise to decrease the pressure and
reduce the size of the balloon. When the unit is set to the
desired size, press the black knob down to lock it in place.
Duplicator 2 Latex Balloon Settings Chart
he following settings should be used as guidelines for the Duplicator 2. Please note
T
hat size settings will vary based on user preference, balloon color and manufacturer.
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To adjust the size of balloon to your individual preference, it is necessary to inflate test
balloons.
PSI SETTINGS refer to the gauge located on the adjustable regulator connected to the
back of the Duplicator 2. The pressure setting controls the speed of inflation.
SECONDS SETTINGS refers to the tenth of a second increment readouts on the
digital display on the face plate of the Duplicator 2.
Important: To insure consistent balloon sizing when using helium or nitrogen,
heck the size of the balloons every 1/3 of a cylinder of gas. If necessary, increase
c
he size of the balloon by either increasing the time setting or the inlet pressure on
t
the adjustable regulator.
BALLOON
SIZE
5”
HELIUM
N/A
N/A
NITROGEN
0.2 Seconds
95 PSI
AIR
COMPRESSOR
0.3 Seconds
70 PSI
2
Set the Inflation Time
Reference the chart (see right) to determine the appropriate
number of seconds required for the inflation cycle. The digital
display will indicate number of seconds.
3
Place the balloon over the inflating outlet. Slightly roll the neck of
the balloon over the inflating tip. This will insure the gas enters the
center of the balloon and the round shape of the balloon is
maintained during the inflation process. T
press the inflation button. It is important to inflate a test balloon
at each adjustment until the desired size is produced.
Conwin’s Duplicator 2 Inflators feature a raised button on the
cycle switch to enable one-hand inflation. Workers can hold the
balloon over the filling outlet and activate the inflation cycle by
pressing the button with the base of their hand.
ap the foot pedal or
0.6 Seconds
1.6 Seconds
1.9 Seconds
9”
70 PSI
1.0 Seconds
80 PSI
2.7 Seconds
80 PSI
3.5 Seconds
11”
80 PSI
1.9 Seconds
80 PSI
5.0 Seconds
80 PSI
6.4 Seconds
14”
80 PSI
3.0 Seconds
80 PSI
7.4 Seconds
80 PSI
N/A
16”
80 PSI
80 PSI
N/A
Settings for 60/40 Helium/Air Outlet (optional)
The following settings should be used as guidelines when using the optional 60/40
Helium/Air Outlet with the Duplicator 2. The 60/40 Helium/Air Outlet is recommended
for use with 14” or larger balloons.
BALLOON
SIZE
60/40 HELIUM/
AIR OUTLET
Conwin #55413
4.3 Seconds
14”
80 PSI
FOOT PEDAL
Tap the foot pedal to begin the inflation
cycle. When the system automatically
shuts-off, remove the balloons from
the outlets without allowing any of the
air to escape.
6.6 Seconds
16”
80 PSI
Foil Balloon Inflation
1) Set the Adjustable Regulator on the back of the Duplicator 2 to 80 PSI when
inflating foil balloons.
2) Place the foil balloon over the brass inflating outlet. Pinch the neck of the balloon
between thumb and forefinger and press down on the outlet. Support the foil balloon
in an upright position until enough helium has entered the balloon to hold it up. This
insures the neck of the balloon does not fold over and restrict the flow of helium. When
the balloon has reached the proper pressure the Duplicator 2 will automatically shut off
the helium flow.
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Shutting Down the Duplicator 2
1
Close the cylinder valve or shut off the air compressor.
Recommendations For Use With An Air Compressor
Most air compressors are factory set to automatically cycle on at 90 PSI and
automatically cycle off at 120 PSI. The Duplicator 2 must have a steady supply of
ate sizing, it is essential to work
air or gas to produce equal size balloons. F
the limits of the cubic foot per minute c
within
or accur
apacit
y of the air compressor.
2
Cycle the system until all the pressure has been released from the unit.
Disconnect the supply hose and adjustable regulator from the back of the
unit. Remove regulator from the cylinder.
Air Compressor Required Specifications
• Primar
• 20 Gallon Storage Tank
• Cycle Pressure: 90 PSI On - 120 PSI Off
• Compressed Air Availabilit
y Moisture Filter
y: 6.5 Cubic F
oot/Minute @ 90 PSI
Important Guidelines When Using an Air Compressor
• Compressor must build up tank pressure before inflating balloons.
• The output setting on the air compressor should not exceed 80 PSI. If
the compressor is set higher than 80 P
compressor’s storage tank capacity.
I, the Duplic
S
ator 2 will outperform the
• After each job, blow down the compressor to remove water collected
in the tank during compression. The Dual Sizer will require factor
and rec
• Power surges will affect the accuracy of the Duplicator 2-line voltage must
be steady at 1
ation if moisture enters its system.
alibr
0 volts. Use a po
2
wer strip with surge protection.
y re
work
Optional Accessories for The Duplicator 2
He/N2 Quick Switch
Helium
Control
Switch
Nitrogen
The Insider Balloon Stuffing Tool
The He/N2 Quick Switch allows
he user to switch from helium
t
o nitrogen by turning the knob.
t
Exclusively designed to be used
with Conwin’s Duplicator 2 and
Dual Split-Second Sizer models
that feature the second stage
regulator separate from the
supply line and primary regulator.
The Insider Balloon Stuffing Tool is
an accessory item for Conwin’s
automatic sizing inflators. This fast
and easy-to-use tool efficiently
fills large balloons with the
maximum number of small
balloons. The Insider can be
clamped to any convenient
table or workstation.
HI-FLOAT®Outlet
The hand-tight HI-FLOAT®Outlet enables
the user to inflate balloons filled with
HI-FLOAT
HI-FLOAT
®
neck up. This prevents any
®
from getting into the Duplicator 2.
60/40 Helium/Air Outlet
Portable Power Pack
Provides power for over 5 hours of
continual use. It's a must for on-the-job
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The 60/40 Helium/Air Outlet enables the
user to inflate 14” or larger balloons with a
mixture of 60% helium and 40% air. The
60/40 helium/Air Outlet easily attaches to
the Duplicator 2
Air Compressor Hook-Up
The Air Compressor Hook-Up, with quickdisconnect fittings, allows user to operate
Duplicator 2 up to 12-ft. away from the
compressor
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