Sterling DH1-610-2 - Manual

1-2 Safety Tag Information Dryer Safety Tags Hot! Read Operation and Installation Manual High Voltage Earth Ground Inside Enclosure PE Protected Earth Lifting Point Ground 1-3 Warnings and Precautions Our equipment is designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and operated within...

Chapter 2: Functional Description 2-1 Models Covered in This Manual This manual provides operation, installation, and maintenance instructions for 15, 30 or 60 cfm dehumidifying dryers. Model numbers are listed on the serial tag. Make sure you know the model and serial number of your equipment befor...

2-3 Standard Features Mechanical Features • Rugged compact cart with handles and sturdy 4” (10 cm) casters. • Dual desiccant beds • Electrically-motorized air valve • 13X Molecular Sieve • Single regenerative process blower • Drying temperature range of 180ºF to 250ºF (82ºC to 121ºC) • 2.5” hose con...

2-4 Options Options marked with “*” indicate options that can be factory installed or retrofitted in the field. • * Process temperature up to 400ºF (204º C), including aftercooler with dryer and silicone insulated delivery hose. Note: For below 180°F (82ºC), cooler needs to cool the air coming out o...

Every effort has been made to incorporate these standards into the design of the drying system; however, it is the responsibility of the personnel operating and maintaining the equipment to familiarize themselves with the safety procedures and the proper use of any safety devices. Fail Safe Operatio...

Chapter 3: Installation 3-1 Uncrating the Equipment Portable Drying/Conveying Systems are shipped mounted on a skid, enclosed in a plastic wrapper, and contained in a cardboard box. 1. Pry the crating away from the skid. Note: Remove the nails holding the box to the skid and lift the box off careful...

Figure 1: Suggested Lift Rigging for Cart Mount Dryers ON O F F PROCESS TEMPERATURE DEW POINT CONTROL POWER ON OFF ALARM ALARM Silencer ALARM HORN DO NOT USE USE FORK LIFT TRUCK Caution! Do not use a hoist to move or rig your Drying/Conveying System when it is mounted on a cart! Moving the unit with...

Figure 3: Suggested Lift Rigging for Cart Mounted Dryers ON O F F PROCESS TEMPERATURE DEW POINT CONTROL POWER ON OFF ALARM ALARM Silencer ALARM HORN Mounting flange Hopper mounting flanges on 0.75 and can drill to match existing machine throat. Diameter hole: Notes: and 1.5 cu. ft. (20 & 40 lite...

3-4 Setup Procedures This section provides the procedures necessary for configuring your portable drying/conveying system. Configuration of your unit includes checking for proper blower rotation and installing the optional aftercooler (on 60 cfm models). We recommend that you carry out these procedu...

NOTE: If the Aftercooler is used as a plasticizer trap, the water temperature of 50°F or lower is recommended. 3-5 Initial Start-up Pre-Startup Checks ; Check the process and return hoses for tight connections. ; Check all companion equipment, such as the drying hopper; verify that the loading syste...

Chapter 4: Operation 4-1 Controller Description and Operation Identifying Control Panel Components for the AP-1 Controller Disconnect Switch The Disconnect Switch is located in the front upper right hand corner of the control enclosure. It allows the user to disconnect power to the dryer for emergen...

Main Menu Screen The MAIN MENU provides information on the following drying/conveying system parameters: • DRYER MENU (some submenus are password protected) • ALARM HISTORY • HELP MENU • SYSTEM MENU • NO USERS LOGGED ON This section of the manual will focus on the dryer features portion of the contr...

Dryer Menu Screen The screen shown above will allow the operator to set/review operating parameters for the following: • DRYER STATUS • DRYER SETUP (requires supervisory password) • OVERDRY PROTECT (requires supervisory password) • ALARMS • AUTO TUNE (requires supervisory password) • DEW PT SETUP (D...

Buy pressing the MORE screen, you can choose for the temperatures to display in degrees F or degree C . (Note; Changing the temperature scale, requires adjusting the alarm values.) When these settings have been made, the operator now has a choice of returning to the DRYER MENU, BACK (takes you back ...

System Menu The screen shown above will allow the operator to set/review operating parameters for the following: The above screen will allow the operator to set/review operating parameters; • SYSTEM SETUP • SET CLOCK • HOUR METERS • ALARM HISTORY • I / O STATUTUS (Input and output status) • SYSTEM B...

Note: If password(s) feature is enabled, please write down ypasswords and file them in a secure location. our At this point the operatotouching the appropriate button r can return back to the MAIN MENU or SYSTEM MENU by on the screen. Set Clock This menu allows the operator to set the AUTOSTART CLOC...

Input Status (UPDATE) This screen allows the operator to view the status of the variables contributing to the input of material into the drying system. It also is useful in troubleshooting system issues (i.e. a dirty filter or low material level in a hopper). At this point the operator may choose th...

At this point the operator may choose to return to the SYSTEM MENU or MAIN MENU by pressing the appropriate buttons. Service Menu This service menu screen is PASSWORD PROTECTED and meant for manufacturer personnel use only. Press the RETURN key to go back to the SYSTEM MENU . Touching the MAIN MENU ...

Because of the size of the screen, only three (3) comments/alarms can be viewed at a time. To view alarms not visible on the screen, press the DOWN button. To return to a particular alarm, press the UP button to scroll upward in the alarm history. Pressing CNV (Convey) in this screen will take the o...

lower display indicates the High Point Setting alarm value. The factory setting for the High Point Alarm Value (L1-hi ) is 150 ° F (-23 ° C). Restoring the WATLOW Redundant Safety Controller to Factory Setup If the preset parameters on the controller have been tampered with and it no longer function...

UdSP Upper Display Look None, Process Value, Limit 1 Low Set, Limit 1 High Set, Limit 2 Low Set, Limit 2 High Set, Alarm 2 Low Set, Alarm 2 High Set, Limit 3 Low Set, Limit 3 High Set, Alarm 3 Low Set, Alarm 3 High Set Process - LdSP Lower Display Look None, Process Value, Limit 1 Low Set, Limit 1 H...

4. If either the left or right bed safety temperature switch opens, a REGEN TEM SAFETY is generated. The alarm horn and light are activated. The process heater, regen heater, and process/regen blower are turned off. Pressing the ALARM SILENCE button on the touch screen will deactivate the alarm horn...

Chapter 5: Maintenance 5-1 Preventative Maintenance Schedule The checklist below contains a list of items which should be inspected and/or replaced to keep your Portable Drying/Conveying System operating at peak efficiency. Perform each inspection at the regular intervals listed below. System model ...

5-2 Preventative Maintenance This section describes maintenance procedures which will increase the longevity and efficiency of your Portable Drying/Conveying System. Perform them at the regular intervals listed on the checklist on the previous page. Servicing Process Air Filters Caution! Operating t...

Vacuuming Try vacuum-cleaning a soiled filter first. Vacuuming removes most large particles and surface contaminants, and may suffice for the first time you clean a filter. Use a commercial-duty (recommended) or household vacuum cleaner. Vacuum the filter from the air intake (dirty) side only. Clean...

5-3 Corrective Maintenance This section provides you with the information necessary to correct or repair any issues which might appear during the normal operation of your dehumidifying dryer. Although we have listed how to perform these procedures, it is recommended that you call the Service Departm...

Figure 8: Desiccant Bed Location and Disassembly Undo (4) 10-32 Button Head Screws using 1/8 Allen Wrench Desiccant Cap 1" Wide x 1/8" Thick Silicon Strip and Stick Gasket 16 Mesh 0.028 Diameter Wire Stainless Steel Screen (2) 4-40 screws Hi Temperature Snap Switch Regeneration Heater 1"...

Figure 9: Required Desiccant Amounts Dryer 8 x 12 bead Total model Part no. lbs. Kg 15 cfm 7.0 3.25 30 cfm 15.75 7.25 60 cfm W00018051 37.5 17.0 Replacing the regeneration heaters Procedures (see figure 8). 1. Sketch the heater wiring configuration so you can properly re-wire the heater. 5 Remove th...

Procedures 1. Sketch the heater wiring configuration so you can properly re-wire the heater. 2. Remove the ceramic nuts and wires to the heater plate assembly being removed or replaced. 3. Remove the six (6) 10-32 button head screws securing the process heater plate using a 1/8” Allen wrench and sli...

Replacement Procedures 1. Shut down the dryer, tag out and lock out the controls if necessary. 2. Shut the water off to the cooling coil. 3. Remove the four 10-32 bolts. 4. Gently slide the cooling coil out. 5. Visually inspect the coil for leaks, dirt, and ant sign of volatiles. 6. Blow the dust ou...

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 6-1 Introduction The utmost in safety precautions should be observed at all times when working on or around the machine and the electrical components. All normal trouble-shooting must be accomplished with the power off, line fuses removed, and with the machine tagged as ou...

6-2 Determining Temperature Controller Errors or Sensor Errors Using a Thermocouple If the controller displays a temperature that is close to room temperature (70ºF/21ºC) when you short-circuit controller input terminals, the controller is normal and the sensor is probably broken, short-circuited, o...

Chapter 7: Appendix 7-1 Warranty Unless otherwise specified, this product includes a Standard ONE YEAR PARTS. Warranty Specifications The manufacturer hereby expressly warrants all equipment manufactured by it to be free from defects in workmanship and material when used under recommended conditions...

applicable federal and state law, but not by the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the Sale of Goods. Customer Responsibilities Any sales, use, or other tax incident to the replacement of parts under this warranty is the responsibility of the purchaser. 7-2 Optional Components The following...

22. Two-hand control is not required or provided. 23. All dryers and conveying equipment should be moved around and set in a place with a lift truck or equivalent. 24. There are no frequent repetitive cycles that require manual control ⎯ repetitive functions are automatic while the drying and convey...

Figure 13: High Heat Model (180°F to 400°F) Air Flow Schematic Optional Return Air Cooler Utilizing -40F dew point air to regenerate and cool the desiccant. Double wall constructed heater housing and desiccant container. Low watt density heaters, can operate safely with minimum air flow. Regeneratio...

Figure 14: Low Heat Model (120°F to 250°F) Air Flow Schematic Utilizing -40F dew point air to regenerate and cool the desiccant. Double wall constructed heater housing and desiccant container. Low watt density heaters, can operate safely with minimum air flow. Regeneration thermocouple, monitors and...

7-5 Spare Parts List Figure 15: Level 1 Spare Parts List (Electrical & Mechanical) DRYER SPARE PARTS LIST AD15, AD30, AD60 15CF M 15CF M 15CF M 15CF M 15CF M 15CF M 30CF M 30CF M 30CF M 30CF M 30CF M 30CF M 60CF M 60CF M 60CF M 60CF M 60CF M 60CF M LEVEL 1 ( Electrical Components ) 208V 3P H 220...

7-6 Returned Material Policy Credit Returns Prior to the return of any material authorization must be given by the manufacturer. A RMA number will be assigned for the equipment to be returned. Reason for requesting the return must be given. ALL returned material purchased from the manufacturer retur...

7-8 Technical Assistance Parts Department Call toll-free 7am–5pm CST [800] 423-3183 or call [630] 595-1060, Fax [630] 475-7005 The ACS Customer Service Group will provide your company with genuine OEM quality parts manufactured to engineering design specifications, which will maximize your equipment...