Page 2 - Shipping Information; Unpacking and Inspection; Do not; If the Shipment is Not Complete; contact the shipping department immediately; Hold the items until you receive shipping instructions
Shipping Information Unpacking and Inspection You should inspect your dryer for possible shipping damage. Thoroughly check the equipment for any damage that might have occurred in transit, such as broken or loose wiring and components, loose hardware and mounting screws, etc. In the Event of Shippin...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
Dehumidifying Dryers ii Table of Contents CHAPTER 1: SAFETY ................................................................V 1-1 How to Use This Manual ............................................................................................. v Safety Symbols Used in this Manual ...................
Page 6 - Dehumidifying Dryers; -1 How to Use This Manual; Safety Symbols Used in this Manual
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 1: Safety v of 59 Chapter 1: Safety 1-1 How to Use This Manual Use this manual as a guide and reference for installing, operating, and maintaining your dehumidifying dryer. The purpose is to assist you in applying efficient, proven techniques that enhance equipment produ...
Page 7 - -2 Warnings and Precautions
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 1: Safety vi 1-2 Warnings and Precautions Our equipment is designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and operated within design specifications, following national and local safety codes. This may include, but is not limited to OSHA, NEC, CSA, SPI, an...
Page 8 - General Responsibility
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 1: Safety vii 1-3 Responsibility These machines are constructed for maximum operator safety when used under standard operating conditions and when recommended instructions are followed in the maintenance and operation of the machine. All personnel engaged in the use of t...
Page 9 - Operator Responsibility
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 1: Safety viii Operator Responsibility The operator’s responsibility does not end with efficient production. The operator usually has the most daily contact with the equipment and intimately knows its capabilities and limitations. Plant and personnel safety is sometimes ...
Page 10 - Maintenance Responsibility; DO NOT; Reporting a Safety Defect
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 1: Safety ix • Clean the dryer and surrounding area DAILY , and inspect the machine for loose, missing or broken parts. • Shut off power to the dryer when it is not in use. Turn the switch to the OFF position, or unplug it from the power source. Maintenance Responsibilit...
Page 12 - Chapter 2: Functional Description; -1 Models Covered in This Manual; Figure 15: Typical Dryer Air Flow Schematic
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 2: Functional Description 11 of 59 Chapter 2: Functional Description 2-1 Models Covered in This Manual This manual provides operation, installation, and maintenance instructions for 15, 30, and 60 cfm dehumidifying dryers. Model numbers are listed on the serial tag. Make...
Page 13 - -3 Standard Features; Mechanical Features
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 2: Functional Description 12 of 59 A small amount of ambient air is introduced into the process air stream to make up for the air lost during the bed regeneration. Because the process air is typically much drier than the ambient air, the air mixture maintains drying effi...
Page 14 - Controller Features; Devices and Interlocks
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 2: Functional Description 13 of 59 • NFPA79 machinery electrical standards • Non-fused electrical disconnect • Branch fusing • Mercury process heater contactor • Regeneration temperature control • Process high temperature alarm light • Process/regeneration heater box • H...
Page 16 - Chapter 3: Installation; -1 Uncrating the Equipment; Pry the crating away from the skid.; -2 Rigging and Placing the Dryer; you must provide additional support; to hold the dryer securely on the; provide additional support; to hold the dryer securely on the machine.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 15 of 59 Chapter 3: Installation 3-1 Uncrating the Equipment Dehumidifying Dryers 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...
Page 17 - Figure 16: Machine-Mount Dryer Dimensions
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 16 of 59 Figure 16: Machine-Mount Dryer Dimensions 15, 30, 60 cfm machine-mount dimensions in inches/cm 15 cfm 30 cfm 60 cfm 0.7 ft. 3 /20 liters 1.5 ft. 3 /40 liters 1.5 ft. 3 /40 liters 3.0 ft. 3 /80 liters 4.0 ft. 3 /120 liters 6.0 ft. 3 /160 liters Di...
Page 18 - Figure 17: Floor-Mount Dryer Dimensions
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 17 of 59 Figure 17: Floor-Mount Dryer Dimensions 15, 30, 60 cfm floor-mount dimensions in inches/cm 15 cfm 30 cfm 60 cfm Dimension in. cm in. cm in. cm A 20 51 20 51 24 61 B 32.5 83 32.5 83 32.5 83 C 30 76 30 76 30 76 D 30 76 30 76 34 86 E 23.75 60 23.75 ...
Page 19 - Figure 1: Suggested Lift Rigging for Cart Mounted Dryers; Recommended Dryer Lifting Hardware; Figure 2: Suggested Lift Rigging for Floor Mounted Dryers; Floor Mounted Dryers can be lifted by hoist or fork lift.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 18 of 59 Figure 1: Suggested Lift Rigging for Cart Mounted Dryers Caution! Do not use a hoist to move or rig your Dryer when it is mounted on a cart! Moving the Dryer with a hoist will cause it to become unstable and may cause damage to the Dryer and/or i...
Page 20 - Figure 3: Suggested Lift Rigging for Machine Mounted Dryers; Connections
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 19 of 59 Figure 3: Suggested Lift Rigging for Machine Mounted Dryers Caution! When using a hoist to move a machine mounted dryer, ALWAYS attach chains to the three (3) locations/lifting points on the unit! Moving the Dryer without the chains attached to a...
Page 21 - Procedures; Checking for Proper Blower Rotation; before; putting material in the drying hopper!; Floor Mount Models; Do not use insulated hose on the return from the drying hopper.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 20 of 59 3-4 Setup Procedures This section provides the procedures necessary for configuring your Dehumidifying Dryer. Configuration of your dryer includes checking for proper blower rotation, making dryer/drying hopper process air connections and the opt...
Page 22 - Figure 1: Drying Hopper Air Trap; Optional Aftercooler; Installing Water Lines
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 21 of 59 Drying Hopper Air Trap Considerations Our exclusive air trap assembly on the top of the drying hopper prevents ambient air from contaminating the material being dried. To ensure that your unit will operate at peak efficiency, do the following: • ...
Page 23 - Starting Up the Dryer; The process blower starts.; Auto-Tuning the Dryer
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 22 of 59 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 system is ready for operation. ; Verify that all dryer electri...
Page 24 - Shutting Down the Dryer; OFF
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 3: Installation 23 of 59 Shutting Down the Dryer 1. Turn off the conveying system supplying the drying hopper. 2. When processing is complete, close the hopper slide gate and shut down any in-line companion equipment, such as the aftercooler. 3. Turn the Dryer ON/OFF sel...
Page 25 - Chapter 4: Operation
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 24 of 59 Chapter 4: Operation 4-1 Start-up 1. Turn on (energize) the disconnect switch in your power drop, then turn on the one on the dryer. 2. Turn the system ON/OFF switch to ON to energize the display panel. 3. Close the slidegate at the bottom of the dr...
Page 26 - -2 Controller Description and Operation; Switches; This switch energizes or de-energizes control power to; Optional Alarm Silence Switch.; Press this switch to silence the horn when a high; Indicator Lights
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 25 of 59 4-2 Controller Description and Operation Identifying Control Panel Indicator Lights and Switches for the Standard Controller Switches System OFF/ON/START Switch. This switch energizes or de-energizes control power to the indicator panel and starts t...
Page 27 - PV
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 26 of 59 Process Air Temperature Controller Our dryers use a microprocessor-based PID temperature controller for maintaining process air temperature. The controller is a modular, self-contained unit you can remove from the mounting housing. All parameters ex...
Page 28 - Setting the Process Air Temperature
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 27 of 59 Indicator Name Description ALARM1 ALARM 1 LED Lights in the Operation Indicator Section when the output function assigned to auxiliary output 1 turns on. The ALARM1 indicator lights when the process temperature exceeds the set point temperature by m...
Page 30 - Although the controller is calibrated at
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 29 of 59 Adjustment Level Indicator Name Description Auto-Tune Mode (At) See Page 19 of Chapter 3 for instructions on how to Auto-Tune your dryer. Note: Although the controller is calibrated at the factory, the manufacturer recommends that the unit be Auto-T...
Page 31 - Entering Operating Parameters to Select Modes; The; readout will display the different parameters within each mode.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 30 of 59 Entering Operating Parameters to Select Modes To enter the display: 1. Press the Mode Display key to view the Run/Stop & Alarm 1 Modes. 2. Press and to set the higher or lower the values of the parameter or turn that function On or Off. The SV r...
Page 32 - Optional; P V; S V; AT; Setting the High Dew Point Alarm
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 31 of 59 Process Air Dew Point Display Optional The Process Air Dew Point meter indicates the current process air delivery moisture content. Standard dryers use a microprocessor-based controller for displaying dew point air temperature. The controller is a m...
Page 33 - Setting the Redundant Safety Controller; WATLOW Operating Parameters; The WATLOW controller has only one mode selection ALARM.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 32 of 59 Redundant Safety Controller Display Optional The Redundant Safety Controller limits the process air temperature from exceeding the upper temperature range set by the E5CN Temperature Controller. Standard dryers use a microprocessor-based controller ...
Page 35 - -3 Dryer Operation Procedures; Controller Operation (Without Optional Alarm Horn & Reset Button)
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 34 of 59 4-3 Dryer Operation Procedures Controller Operation (Without Optional Alarm Horn & Reset Button) 1. Turn the disconnect on the control panel to the ON position. Power is applied to the voltage line fuses, line side of the control power switch an...
Page 36 - “HIGH TEMP”
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 35 of 59 3. Once the control power is on and no fault conditions exist, turning the OFF-ON-START switch to the START position will start the dryer as follows: a. The process heater is turned on and controlled by the E5CN controller. b. The process/regen blow...
Page 38 - Controller Operation (With Optional Alarm Horn & Reset Button)
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 37 of 59 Controller Operation (With Optional Alarm Horn & Reset Button) 1. Turn the disconnect on the control panel to the ON position. Power is applied to the voltage line fuses, line side of the control power switch and the temperature controller. 2. T...
Page 39 - A change will NOT take effect until step 12-c is done.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 38 of 59 5. If the OMRON controller faults, the optional redundant high temperature safety device opens, or the process heater safety switch opens, a process heater fault is generated. “HIGH TEMP” is displayed on the relay screen. The alarm horn and light ar...
Page 40 - HIGH TEMP
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 39 of 59 Alarm Display Messages Note: The relay screen which contains the Alarm Display Messages is located inside the controller enclosure. WARNING! Do not attempt to check the Alarms on the Controller located within the unit enclosure unless you are a qual...
Page 41 - -5 Shutting Down the Dryer
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 4: Operation 40 of 59 4-4 Auto-Tuning the Dryer 1. For Auto-tuning, press the beige button once. The AT screen will show with the setting OFF. 2. Press the UP arrow to change the setting to ON. 3. Press the beige button again to go back to the Temperature Screen. Your ac...
Page 42 - Chapter 5: Maintenance; -1 Preventative Maintenance Schedule; Every week; Every month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun; - Photocopy this page for your maintenance records -
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 5: Maintenance 41 of 59 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 Dehumidifying Dryer operating at peak efficiency. Perform each inspection at the regul...
Page 43 - Maintenance; Recommendations for Cleaning and Replacing Filters; Turn off and/or lock out electrical power to the dryer.; Figure 10: Air Filter Location and Disassembly
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 5: Maintenance 42 of 59 5-2 Preventative Maintenance This section describes maintenance procedures which will increase the longevity and efficiency of your dehumidifying dryer. Perform them at the regular intervals listed on the dryer checklist on the previous page. Serv...
Page 44 - Cleaning with Compressed Air; Briefly; fatigued paper; Servicing the Dew Point Monitor
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 5: Maintenance 43 of 59 Cleaning with Compressed Air Blow clean, dry compressed air up and down the pleats, blowing out the filter from the inside out. Remove loose dirt from the filter with compressed air or vaccum from the outside. Caution! DO NOT clean/wash filter wit...
Page 45 - Symptoms of Worn Desiccant
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 5: Maintenance 44 of 59 Dew point sensor life depends on: • Air temperature and flow passing over the sensor. • The amount of fines (dust) in the process air. • The amount of plasticizer vapor in the process air. Once every six months, the dryer operator should monitor t...
Page 46 - FIRST AID; In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes; SEE A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IF IRRITATION PERSISTS.; DESICCANT BEDS ARE HOT DURING OPERATION.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 5: Maintenance 45 of 59 WARNING! Handling desiccant material is HAZARDOUS. Wear an N-100 type safety filter mask or equivalent to avoid prolonged breathing of desiccant dust. Wear safety goggles and gloves to avoid contact with eyes and skin. • Handle with adequate venti...
Page 47 - Figure 11: Desiccant Bed Location and Disassembly; You should properly dispose of any discarded desiccant.; Figure 12: Required Desiccant Amounts
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 5: Maintenance 46 of 59 Figure 11: Desiccant Bed Location and Disassembly Caution! You should properly dispose of any discarded desiccant. Consult local disposal regulations for more information. Inspect each lower desiccant screen for tears or holes where desiccant burn...
Page 48 - you replace heater elements!; Figure 13: Process Heater Location and Disassembly; Heater loops should not touch each other.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 5: Maintenance 47 of 59 Replacing the Process Heater The dehumidifying dryers utilize a single-phase Calrod-type heater element. This heater element is mounted in the center compartment below the desiccant beds. Although the replacement procedure is the same for each hea...
Page 49 - Chapter 6: Troubleshooting; Problem; Clean or replace filter.
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 48 of 59 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 o...
Page 52 - Using a Thermocouple
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 51 of 59 Problem Possible cause Corrective action No setting change possible on temperature controller. The key protection switch is set to ON . Set the key protection switch to OFF . Input polarity on thermo-couple is wrong or connection is wrong. Pro...
Page 53 - Chapter 7: Appendix; Warranty Specifications
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 7: Appendix 52 of 59 Chapter 7: Appendix 7-1 Warranty Unless otherwise specified, this product includes a Standard ONE YEAR PARTS WARRANTY. Warranty Specifications The manufacturer hereby expressly warrants all equipment manufactured by it to be free from defects in work...
Page 54 - Components; Dew Point Monitor
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 7: Appendix 53 of 59 Warranty Liabilities THE COMPANY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR EXPENSES THAT RESULT FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, con...
Page 55 - Specifications; Annex B Information
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 7: Appendix 54 of 59 7-3 Technical Specifications Annex B Information The following design information is provided for your reference: 1. No modifications are allowed to this equipment that could alter the CE compliance 2. Ambient temperature: 0 degrees Celsius – Maximum...
Page 56 - oF oC; -4 Drawings and Diagrams
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 7: Appendix 55 of 59 Aftercooler Design Specifications Entering water temp. ºF ºC 85ºF 29ºC 7-4 Drawings and Diagrams 7-5 Spare Parts List Figure 18: Level 1 Spare Parts List (Electrical & Mechanical) MINI DRYER SPARE PARTS LIST AD15, AD30, AD60 15C FM 15C FM 15C FM ...
Page 58 - -6 Returned Material Policy; Credit Returns; authorization; Warranty Returns; the manufacturer’s; Tag; Dryer Safety Tags; PE
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 7: Appendix 57 of 59 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 retur...
Page 59 - City, State Zip Code
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 7: Appendix 58 of 59 7-8 Dryer Identification (Serial Number) Tag (Located on back of Dryer) Company Logo XXX Series Dryer Model Number XXX-15 Max Drying Capacity HR 460V Serial Number 060701R 1 Ǿ Date of Manufacture 06/2003 4.5A Over-current Protection Device (s) 4.5A T...
Page 60 - Assistance; Parts Department
Dehumidifying Dryers Chapter 7: Appendix 59 of 59 7-9 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 ...
