Transforming Technologies BFN 803 User Manual

T R A N S F O R M I N G T E C H N O L O G I E S , L L C

O U T S T A N D I N G A L T E R N A T I V E S I N S T A T I C C O N T R O L

BFN™

Static Eliminators

BFN 803 Ionizing Blower

Instruction Manual

Contents

1. BFN 803

BFN Series 1
Description 2
Features 2
Specification 3
Operating Guide 4
Dis/Assembly 6
Bulb Replacement 8
Periodic Verification 9

2. About

Service/ warranty 10

Transforming
Technologies 10

Description

BFN® Series Ionizers

Dependable, Balanced and Fast. BFN® AC ionizers, from
Transforming Technologies, are built to last. Reliable AC
ionization technology is combined with superior mechani­cal design to assure years of optimal static neutralizing
performance.

 A full 1 year warranty.
 CE certification.
 All BFN® AC ionizers use titanium alloy emitter points

for long life.

All BFN series AC ionizing blowers are designed for safe
operation under normal use. Safety switches under the
front and rear removable finger guards shut off the unit,
protecting the operator during maintenance.

 Do not operate BFN series products in flammable

or explosive environments.

 Do not insert foreign objects into the air inlet or

outlet.

 Make certain the BFN ionizer is properly grounded

before operation.

 Disconnect the BFN ionizer from any power source

before removing the finger guards.

 Do not open or attempt to repair any BFN series

product. Breaking the manufacturing seal will void
warranty.

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Description

Please read these operating instructions thoroughly be­fore operating the BFN 803 unit. All BFN series devices
require a grounded power source for proper operation.
BFN series products are NOT suitable for use in flamma­ble or explosive environments.

BFN 803: AC Overhead Blower Model

The BFN 803, 3 fan overhead ionizing blower, with AC
technology, provides excellent balance and stability for
secure workstation protection. This superior ionizer is
equipped with 2 task lights, integrated emitter cleaners
and safe, easy maintenance access.

BFN series AC ionizers from Transforming Technologies
create a dense and well-balanced ionization current.
They are unique in their ability to deliver fast decay
times with low offset voltages. Continuous balance and
decay protection is assured by the reliable AC design. An
integrated emitter point cleaner, removable front and
rear fan guards, safety switch combine to make the BFN
803 a user friendly ionizer.

Features

 AC ionization output
 2 Task Lights
 Integrated emitter cleaning device
 Variable fan speed control
 Removable finger guards with auto shut-off sensor

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Product Specifications

Power Requirements

120 V AC, 60 Hz., 110W
220 V AC, 50Hz.

Dimensions

38.78” W x 6.75” H x 3.35” D
(58.5 W x 17.2 H x 8.5 D cm)

Weight

18.7 lb (8.5 kg)

Air Volume

150 CFM – 300 CFM [low –
high]

Effective Coverage

2’ x 4’ area coverage

Balance
0 +10 volts

Decay Time

< 3 seconds @ 18”, directly un-

der center of unit, 1000V-100V,
fan speed on high

Temperature

32-122° F (0-50° C)

RH operating range

20-60%, non-condensing

Ozone Production

< 0.003 ppm, 12” in front of

unit, EPA EQOA577019

Indicators

ON/OFF status light indicator,
detects presence of HV on
emitter points

Light Output

1650 Lumens

Light Color Temperature

2500 K

Replacement Lamp

T4/5W fluorescent lamp

Audible Noise

52dB(A), (Distance 1 meter)

Enclosure

Steel

Finish

Powder coat, off white

Approvals

CE

Packing list:

 BFN 803 ionizing blower
 Power cord
 Instruction manual
 Certificate of Conformance
 Mounting Brackets

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BFN 803 Performance

Discharge time
in seconds
(1000 volts to
100volts) de­termined per
EOS/ESD Asso­ciation Stan­dard NO.3; unit

at 18” above

test plate, fans
at high speed.
Discharge
times are
slightly loner
for 230VAC,
50Hz unit.

Tested in accord with ANSI/ESD STM3.1-2006

Operating Guide

1. Power Connection

Properly locate and install the ionizer into the proper po-

sition and connect the power cord. Rotate the on/off, fan
speed knob clockwise to turn on the unit. Continue rotat­ing the knob to achieve the desired fan speed.

Note: Do not insert any object into the air inlet or outlet.
Note: Unit must be properly grounded before operating.

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Operating Guide Cont.

2. Periodic Maintenance

The only maintenance required for BFN series ionizers is

the periodic cleaning of the emitter points, inlet and out­let finger guards and the fan assembly. Emitter point
cleaning affects the static decay ability of the ionizer and
is important for maintaining its optimal performance.

Emitter point cleaning: All BFN series ionizing blow-

ers include an integrated emitter point cleaning brush on
the inlet fan guards. Turn the emitter point cleaners
clockwise, then counter clockwise several times, until
points are clean. When finished, return the point cleaning
brush to its resting position. CAUTION: Brushes do not

spin 360 degrees. Stopping point is on the bottom
right of fan guard. Do Not Force.

Internal fan cleaning: All BFN series ionizing blowers

offer convenient cleaning of the internal fan assembly.
Use the following procedure to maintain cleanliness.

Note: Always disconnect the ionizer from the power
source prior to internal cleaning.

Air Outlet Disassembly

A. Press the button on the bottom of the plastic front

cover upwards and make the lower portion of the fan

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Air Outlet Disassembly Cont.

B. Lightly pull the front cover downwards until it

separates from the blower.

C. Completely remove cover and set aside.

C B A

Air Inlet Disassembly

A. Press the recessed release point on the bottom of

the plastic rear cover using a flat blade screw-

driver.
B. Gently push the cover upwards.
C. Lift the rear cover up and away from the metal

casing.

A

B

C

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Internal Fan Cleaning

After removing both front and rear fan guards, the emit­ter points and fan assembly will be unobstructed, for easy
deep cleaning. Use a soft brush, Isopropyl Alcohol and
compressed air to remove any foreign matter.

Note: The frequency of cleaning required for optimal per­formance from BFN ionizers depends on the environment
in which the BFN series ionizer operates.

When finished cleaning, replace both front and rear fan
guards.

Air Outlet Assembly

A. Slide the slot on the upper back side of the front fan

guard onto the metal case.

B. Push upward from the bottom of the front fan and

gently press into the metal casing, until attached.

C. Press the sides of the cover in to make sure cover is

securely attached.

A

B

C

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Caution: BFN series products have safety relay
switches where the front and rear fan guards attach
to the unit. These relays disable the fan/ionizer op­eration when either fan guard is removed. Take care
when attaching the fan guards to assure proper func­tioning of the product.

Bulb Replacement

The BFN 803 comes with two task lights to eliminate the work
station and improve worker efficiency. The unit comes with
two 5W bulbs already installed.

Bulb Replacement Procedure.

Note: Always disconnect the ionizer from the power source

prior to replacing bulbs.

A. Remove light cover by sliding cover to the left to
release locking clasps.
B. Carefully lift cover off of casing to reveal bulb.

A

C. Hold bulb by metal ends and turn the bulb 90 degrees.

Carefully lift bulb out of unit.

D. Insert new bulb into bulb holder and rotate 90 degrees

to lock in bulb.

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B

C

E. Replace light cover and slide to the right to lock in place.

E

D

Periodic Verification:

BFN ionizer have no user serviceable parts and the tech­nology requires no calibration because of the inherently
stable ionization output from the AC emission. Periodic
verification is recommended, per ANSI/ESD SP3.3-2006
Periodic Verification of Air Ionizers. Verification fre­quency may be set by the individual user, but is recom­mended to be not less than one time per year.

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Service and Warranty

Transforming Technologies, LLC provides a limited war-

ranty for the BFN Series Ionizers. All new products are

guaranteed to be free from defects in material and work­manship for a period of one (1) year from the date of ship-

ment. Liability is limited to servicing (after evaluating, re­pairing or replacing) any product returned to Transforming

Technologies. The company does not warrant damage due

to misuse, neglect, alteration or accident. In no event shall
Transforming Technologies be liable for collateral or conse-

quential damages. To receive service under warranty,
please contact Transforming Technologies Technical Sup-

port.

About Transforming Technologies

Since 1998, Transforming Technologies has helped elec-

tronic manufacturing facilities to protect their products and

processes from the many serious problems associated with
static electricity.

Transforming Technologies offers a wide range of
unique and outstanding products to detect, protect, elimi-

nate and monitor electrostatic charges. Our products are

integral components of an effective static control program.

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