Questions about Zerostat use


Hello
I recently purchase a Zerostat gun (blue).There is no manual whatsoever so i have several questions regarding its use.The box says just to slowly press the trigger 12 inches from the record and then slowly depress it.
1.Should i point away when depressing the trigger?
2.Should i do it on each side of the LP?
3.Can i use it on cartridges and cables?If yes,how?
4.A small plastic piece that came in the box:is it just the protective cover or is it for something else?
I really appreciate your help!Thanks.
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Showing 1 response by larryi

It has been a long while since I used one, but, I believe you must keep the gun pointed at the record at all times. Slowly and steadily pull the trigger until it is fully depressed, then very slowly and steadily release the trigger (all the time pointed at the record). If at any time you hear a click and you feel the tension in the trigger has suddenly gone away, you have either pushed or released the trigger too fast.

You can tell if it is working right if you can feel a slight breeze when you aim the gun at your own arm. Just don't touch the tiny pin in the barrel while pulling the trigger, that little experiment will hurt.