ETS 4406 User manual
D00939 Revision C - 20190409
Static Decay Analyzer
ETS Model 4406 Operating Manual
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Table of Contents
I. Important Safety Information............................................ 3
II. Description of Contents..................................................... 4
III. Set-Up Guide.................................................................... 5
IV. Quick Start Guide............................................................. 8
V. Operating Instructions..................................................... 12
A. Initial Turn-On & Verification.........................................12
B. Sample Testing............................................................... 15
C. Testing Hints................................................................... 22
IX. Maintenance & Calibration........................................... 25
X. Warranty........................................................................... 28
APPENDIX A - Method 4046.1........................................... 29
APPENDIX B –NFPA Code 99.......................................... 32
APPENDIX C - MIL-PRF-81705D......................................33
APPENDIX D - 4406 Controls and Connections .............34
APPENDIX E - Electrode Configurations.......................... 41
Revision History:
Revision A: Released 2018-09-10 Reorganization and appearance update
Revision B: Released 2018-11-20. Added control and connections Appendix D
Revision C: Correct nominal decay range, page 14.
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I. Important Safety Information
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The equipment described in this Manual is designed and manufactured to operate within defined
design limits. Any misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the equipment from being
damaged, the following rules should be observed for installation, use and maintenance. Read the
following safety instructions before operating the instrument.
POWER
POWER CORD: Use only the power cord specified for this equipment and certified for the country of use. If
the power (mains) plug is replaced, follow the wiring connections specified for the country of use. When
installing or removing the power plug, hold the plug, not the cord.
The power cord provided is equipped with a 3-prong grounded plug (a plug with a third grounding pin).
This is both a safety feature to avoid electrical shock and a requirement for correct equipment operation. If
the outlet to be used does not accommodate the 3-prong plug, either change the outlet or use a grounding
adapter.
FUSES: Replace fuses only with those having the required current rating, voltage and specified type such as
normal blow, time delay, etc. DO NOT use makeshift fuses or short the fuse holder. This could cause a shock
or fire hazard or severely damage the instrument.
OPERATION
CAUTION! DO NOT TOUCH OR COME IN CONTACT WITH THE EQUIPMENT WHILE IN USE.
Voltages used in the equipment may cause serious discomfort, injury, or death. ESD testing, by definition,
involves hazardous voltage and unenclosed wiring. Power down and discharge all circuitry before contact.
DO NOT OPERATE WITH COVERS OR PANELS REMOVED. Voltages inside the equipment consist of
line (mains) that can be anywhere from 100-240VAC.
DO NOT OPERATE IN THE PRESENCE OF A PACEMAKER OR OTHER MEDICAL OR LIFE-
SUSTAINING ELECTRONICS. The equipment produces high-voltage discharges which may cause
malfunction of nearby electronic circuits.
DO NOT OPERATE WITH SUSPECTED EQUIPMENT FAILURES. If any odor or smoke becomes apparent
turn off the equipment and unplug it immediately. Failure to do so may result in electrical shock, fire or
permanent damage to the equipment. Contact the factory for further instructions.
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE: Operating the equipment in the presence of
flammable gases or fumes constitutes a definite safety hazard. For equipment designed to operate in such
environments the proper safety devices must be used such as dry air or inert gas purge, intrinsically safe
barriers and/or explosion-proof enclosures.
DO NOT USE IN ANY MANNER NOT SPECIFIED OR APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER:
Unapproved use may result in damage to the equipment or present an electrical shock or fire hazard.
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II. Description of Contents
Included in the standard Model 4406 package:
Item
Qty.
Description
Control Unit
1
Control unit houses the primary control and operating systems to
provide high voltage, relay signals and sensor analysis.
Faraday Cage
1
Cage provides the means to test various samples.
Sensor (Model # 406-
104)
1
The Model 4406 includes one sensor as standard system.
System Test Module
(Model # STM-2)
1
STM-2 provides the means to verify that the system is in balanced before
actual testing is performed.
Magnets
2
A pair of magnets are used to hold standard size sample to the base
electrodes in Faraday cage.
Clamp Electrodes
2
A pair of clamp electrodes are used to hold non-standard size sample to
the base electrodes in Faraday cage.
Brass Thumb Nuts
4
Are used to secure clamp electrodes on base electrodes.
Power Cord
1
AC line cord for connecting the control unit to power.
Communication Cable
1
9-pin DIN F-F RS-232 cable is used connect the system to a host PC.
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III. Set-Up Guide
Diagram of Operating System Cables
Step 1 –With AC power
DISCONNECTED, Connect High
Voltage Cable
Make sure Power Switch on Control
Unit’s front panel is in OFF position
before inserting connectors.
Connect the High Voltage Cable from the
Faraday Cage to the Control Unit.
Sensor
HV Gnd Control
Faraday Test Cage
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Step 2 –Connect Ground Cable
Connect the black ground cable from the
Faraday Cage to the Control Unit.
Step 3 –Connect Sensor Cable
Connect the grey sensor cable from the
Faraday Cage to the Control Unit.
Step 4 - Connect Test Unit Cable
Connect the Test Unit Cable from the
Faraday Cage to the Control Unit.
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Step 5 - Connect Power Cable
Make sure Power Switch on Control
Unit’s front panel is in OFF position.
Connect the Power Cable to the back of
the Control Unit.
Connect the Control Unit to the AC line
by plugging its AC cord into a properly
grounded AC outlet (Mains). The Power
Cable may be plugged into any
compatible outlet receptacle with 90-260
volts.
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IV. Quick Start Guide
Step 1 –Switch Power ON
Turn on POWER and allow the system to warm
up for at least 5 minutes prior to testing. (If the
Analyzer is to be used on an ongoing basis it can
remain powered-up, but should be placed in the
ZERO/STBY mode.)
Step 2 –Open Faraday Cage cover and install
STM-2 module as shown
Use the pair of rod-shaped Magnets to hold the
STM-M module in place as shown.
Step 3 –Close Faraday cage cover as shown.
(Close-up view)
Open Cage
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Step 4 –Press “SYSTEM TEST” to run balance
tests
Step 5 –Wait until “SYSTEM TEST” shows
“PASSED”
Step 6 –Open Faraday Cage cover and
remove STM-2.
Remove the pair of rod-shaped Magnets holding
the STM-M module in place. Be careful to avoid
allowing the STM-2 to fall when removing the 2nd
Magnet to avoid damage.
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Step 7 –Install test sample, then
close Faraday cage cover
After removing the STM-2, use either the Magnets
or Clamp Electrodes to secure the test sample.
Step 8 –Press “MAN/AUTO” to go to
AUTO mode
Step 9 –Make sure display shows AUTO mode
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