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correct zerostat technique

I have the Zerostat 3 and was always surprised at the lack of instruction supplied with it. I constantly wonder how to most effectively use it. In the past, a search of the archives turned up a tiangle technique. Basically, squeeze and release at the three points of an imaginary equilateral triangle ~1 foot over the record surface followed by one squeeze(no release) over the center. In max AC season here in Iowa this doesn't seem to be real effective and sometimes I wonder if I'm actually adding charge to the vinyl. Does anyone have a different technique to recommend? Would I have more luck with the Talisman or Furutech destat?(Both of which seem pricey)
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rushton
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I've used a Zerostat off and on for years and have always wondered whether sometimes I was adding as much charge as I was eliminating. But, with a record that is clearly static charged, the Zerostat always has reduced the charge. My technique has been to gradually squeeze, then gradually release, the lever while rotating the nozzle across the surface of the LP in a circular pattern. Seems to work. OTOH, I now rely on the Talisman (which gives other audible benefits) and never use the Zerostat.
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rushton
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My recollection of the instructions from 30 years ago when I got the Zerostat was to keep it aimed at the record for both squeeze and release, do both SLOWLY (no clicking noises) and rotate the nozzle around the surface from 5-8" away. But, I may be mis-remembering all of this. In any event, this is the way I've done it consistently for all this time.
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rushton
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Sharpnine, thank you for pointing us to the instructions in the manual current for the current production Zerostats! I'll have to try this now and my very early production Zerostat.
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