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FD310 Apf189575 Ib
FD310 Apf189575 Ib
FD 310
Instruction book
Atlas Copco
FD 310
APF189575
Instruction book
Original instructions
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Table of contents
1 Safety precautions..........................................................................................................5
2 General description...................................................................................................... 11
2.1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................11
3.8 COUNTERS......................................................................................................................................39
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4 Installation.....................................................................................................................75
4.5 PICTOGRAPHS................................................................................................................................. 81
5 Operating instructions................................................................................................. 83
5.1 WARNINGS......................................................................................................................................83
5.3 STARTING....................................................................................................................................... 84
5.5 STOPPING.......................................................................................................................................85
6 Maintenance.................................................................................................................. 87
7 Problem solving............................................................................................................89
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8 Technical data...............................................................................................................91
10 Documentation..............................................................................................................94
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1 Safety precautions
Explanation
Danger to life
Warning
Important note
If the machine is equipped with an automatic restart after voltage failure function and if
this function is active, be aware that the machine will restart automatically when the
power is restored if it was running when the power was interrupted!
6. Never play with compressed air. Do not apply the air to your skin or direct an air stream at
people. Never use the air to clean dirt from your clothes. When using the air to clean
equipment, do so with extreme caution and wear eye protection.
7. The owner is responsible for maintaining the unit in safe operating condition. Parts and
accessories shall be replaced if unsuitable for safe operation.
8. It is prohibited to walk or stand on the unit or on its components.
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9. If compressed air is used in the food industry and more specifically for direct food contact, it
is recommended, for optimal safety, to use certified Class 0 compressors in combination
with appropriate filtration depending on the application. Please contact your customer center
for advice on specific filtration.
10. The service switch should only be operated by a trained service specialist from the
manufacturer.
All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these
precautions, or non-observance of the normal caution and care required for
installation, operation, maintenance and repair, even if not expressly stated,
will be disclaimed by the manufacturer.
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12. The electrical connections must correspond to the applicable codes. The machines must be
earthed and protected against short circuits by fuses in all phases. A lockable power
isolating switch must be installed near the dryer.
13. On machines with automatic start-stop system or if the automatic restart function after
voltage failure is activated, a sign stating "This machine may start without warning" must be
affixed near the instrument panel.
14. Never remove or tamper with the safety devices, guards or insulation fitted on the machine.
Every pressure vessel or auxiliary installed outside the machine to contain air above
atmospheric pressure must be protected by a pressure-relieving device or devices as
required.
15. Pipework or other parts with a temperature in excess of 80˚C (176˚F) and which may be
accidentally touched by personnel in normal operation must be guarded or insulated. Other
high-temperature pipework must be clearly marked.
16. If the ground is not level or can be subject to variable inclination, consult the manufacturer.
Also consult following safety precautions: Safety precautions during operation and Safety
precautions during maintenance.
These precautions apply to machinery processing or consuming air or inert gas. Processing
of any other gas requires additional safety precautions typical to the application which are
not included herein.
Some precautions are general and cover several machine types and equipment; hence
some statements may not apply to your machine.
All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these
precautions, or non-observance of the normal caution and care required for
installation, operation, maintenance and repair, even if not expressly stated,
will be disclaimed by the manufacturer.
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Also consult following safety precautions: Safety precautions during installation and Safety
precautions during maintenance.
These precautions apply to machinery processing or consuming air or inert gas. Processing
of any other gas requires additional safety precautions typical to the application which are
not included herein.
Some precautions are general and cover several machine types and equipment; hence
some statements may not apply to your machine.
All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these
precautions, or non-observance of the normal caution and care required for
installation, operation, maintenance and repair, even if not expressly stated,
will be disclaimed by the manufacturer.
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9. Never use flammable solvents or carbon tetrachloride for cleaning parts. Take safety
precautions against toxic vapors of cleaning liquids.
10. Scrupulously observe cleanliness during maintenance and repair. Keep dirt away by
covering the parts and exposed openings with a clean cloth, paper or tape.
11. Never weld on, or in any way modify, pressure vessels.
12. Whenever there is an indication or any suspicion that an internal part of a machine is
overheated, the machine shall be stopped but no inspection covers shall be opened before
sufficient cooling time has elapsed; this to avoid the risk of spontaneous ignition of the oil
vapor when air is admitted.
13. Never use a light source with open flame for inspecting the interior of a machine, pressure
vessel, etc.
14. Make sure that no tools, loose parts or rags are left in or on the machine.
15. All regulating and safety devices shall be maintained with due care to ensure that they
function properly. They may not be put out of action.
16. Before clearing the machine for use after maintenance or overhaul, check that operating
pressures, temperatures and time settings are correct. Check that all control and shut-down
devices are fitted and that they function correctly.
17. Protect the motor, electrical and regulating components, etc. to prevent moisture from
entering them, e.g. when steam-cleaning.
18. Make sure that all sound-damping material and vibration dampers, e.g. damping material on
the bodywork, is in good condition. If damaged, replace it by genuine material from the
manufacturer to prevent the sound pressure level from increasing.
19. Never use caustic solvents which can damage materials of the air net, e.g. polycarbonate
bowls.
20. The following safety precautions are stressed when handling refrigerant:
• Never inhale refrigerant vapours. Check that the working area is adequately ventilated;
if required, use breathing protection.
• Always wear special gloves. In case of refrigerant contact with the skin, rinse the skin
with water. If liquid refrigerant contacts the skin through clothing, never tear off or
remove the latter; flush abundantly with fresh water over the clothing until all refrigerant
is flushed away; then seek medical first aid.
Also consult following safety precautions: Safety precautions during installation and Safety
precautions during operation.
These precautions apply to machinery processing or consuming air or inert gas. Processing
of any other gas requires additional safety precautions typical to the application which are
not included herein.
Some precautions are general and cover several machine types and equipment; hence
some statements may not apply to your machine.
Dismantling
Once the end of life of the machine is reached, please follow next steps:
1. Stop the machine.
2. Check all safety precautions mentioned in the previous chapters to secure safe handling
(e.g. LOTO, cool-down, depressurize, discharge, ...).
3. Separate the harmful from the safe components (e.g. drain oil from oil containing parts).
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The equipment is labelled in accordance with the European Directive 2012/19/EU with the
crossed-out wheelie bin symbol.
At the end of life-time of the electric and electronic equipment (EEE) it must be taken to separate
collection.
For more information check with your local waste authority, customer center or distributor.
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2 General description
2.1 Introduction
Description
The air dryers remove moisture from compressed air by cooling the air to near freezing point.
This causes water to condense. The condensate is automatically drained. The air is warmed up
before leaving the dryer (approx. 5 ˚C (9 ˚F) below the incoming air temperature).
The electronic regulator (1) keeps the pressure dew-point stable at no load by opening or closing
the solenoid valve of the hot-gas by-pass.
On air-cooled dryers, the condenser has a cooling fan controlled by a pressure sensor.
General view
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Reference Name
1 Electronic regulator
2 Grating
Position of components
1 Heat exchanger
2 On air-cooled dryers, cooling fan(s)
3 On air-cooled dryers, air-cooled condenser
4 Solenoid valve
5 Cubicle
6 Hot-gas by-pass valve
7 Refrigerant compressor
8 Liquid separator
9 Electronic water drain
10 Sight-glass with moisture indicator
11 Thermostatic expansion valve
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12 Refrigerant dryer/filter
13 Non-return valve
Connections
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Air and refrigerant flow diagram for air-cooled FD 310, FD 410 and FD 510
Reference Name
101a Air/air heat exchanger
101b Air/refrigerant heat exchanger
102 Condensate separator
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Reference Name
201 Non-return valve
202 Air-cooled condenser (air-cooled version)
203 Fan blower (air-cooled version) *)
204 Thermostatic expansion valve
205 Pressure shut-down switch
206 Refrigerant dryer/filter
207 Liquid separator
208 Hot-gas by-pass valve
209 Refrigerant compressor
210 Solenoid valve
211 Sight-glass
212 Flow switch
213 Temperature switch
214 Pressure sensor
(air-cooled version)
301 Cubicle
401 Automatic drain
(1) Air
(2) Refrigerant
(3) Drain
(4) Water
(5) Mechanical link
(6) Electric power
(7) Electric signal
(8) Enclosure for several components assembled in one unit
*)Second fan blower is installed on FD 410/50 ˚C (122 ˚F), FD 510/46 ˚C (115 ˚F) and FD 510/50
˚C (122 ˚F)
Description
Compressed air enters heat exchanger (101a) and is cooled by the outgoing, cold, dried air.
Water in the incoming air starts to condense. The air then flows through heat exchanger/
evaporator (101b) where the refrigerant evaporates causing the air to be further cooled to close
to the evaporating temperature of the refrigerant. More water in the air condenses. The cold air
then flows through separator (102) where all the condensate is separated from the air.
The condensate collects in the electronic water drain (401) and is automatically drained. The
cold, dried air flows through heat exchanger (101a), where it is warmed up by the incoming air to
approx. 5 ˚C (9 ˚F) below the incoming air temperature.
Condensation in the air net cannot occur unless the air is cooled to below the pressure dew-point
indicated on the control panel.
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Air and refrigerant flow diagram for air-cooled FD 310, FD 410 and FD 510
Description
Refrigerant compressor (209) delivers hot, high-pressure refrigerant gas, which flows through
condenser (202), where most of the refrigerant condenses.
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The liquid flows through refrigerant dryer/filter (206) to thermostatic expansion valve (204) via
sight-glass (211). The refrigerant leaves the thermostatic expansion valve at evaporating
pressure.
The refrigerant enters evaporator (101b), where it withdraws heat from the compressed air by
further evaporation at constant pressure. The heated refrigerant leaves the evaporator and is
sucked in by refrigerant compressor (209) via liquid separator (207).
The dryers are provided with a sight-glass (211). The sight-glass allows the refrigerant flow in the
line to be checked. During normal operation, the liquid flow must be clear. In general, vapor
bubbles indicate a shortage of refrigerant. Note that fluctuations in the load may cause bubbles to
pass in the flow for a short time. The centre of the glass is provided with a moisture indicator
which is green when the liquid refrigerant is free of moisture. It will turn yellow when the
refrigerant contains moisture, indicating that the refrigerant dryer/filter (206) needs to be
replaced.
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Air and refrigerant flow diagram for air-cooled FD 310, FD 410 and FD 510
Description
The condenser pressure must be kept as constant as possible to obtain stable operation,
therefore:
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• For air-cooled versions, the regulator stops and starts the cooling fans
When at partial or no load the dew-point pressure stays below the set-point, the regulator opens
solenoid valve (210) and hot, high-pressure gas is fed through hot-gas by-pass valve (208) to the
evaporator circuit to prevent the evaporator temperature from dropping below 0 ˚C (32 ˚F).
Description
Electronic water drain location on FD 310-510 (valid from production date 07/16/2012)
1 Inlet
2 Supply line
3 Pilot valve
4 Diaphragm
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5 Sensor
6 Collector
7 Valve seat
8 Outlet
The condensate enters the electronic water drain via inlet (1) and accumulates in collector (6). A
capacitive sensor (5) continuously measures the liquid level.
The pilot valve (3) is activated as soon as the collector is filled up to a certain level. Diaphragm
(4) opens outlet (8), discharging the condensate.
When the collector has been emptied, the outlet closes quickly without wasting compressed air.
When the controller registers a malfunction, the red alarm LED on the control panel of the
electronic water drain starts flashing, a warning appears on the display of the regulator and the
electronic drain valve will automatically change to the alarm mode, opening and closing the valve
according to a sequence as shown below . This condition continues until the fault is remedied. If
the fault is not remedied automatically, maintenance is required.
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Control panel
Briefly press the TEST button and check that the valve opens for condensate discharge.
Checking the alarm signal
• Press and hold the test button for at least 1 minute.
• Check that the alarm LED flashes.
• Check that a warning is generated on the display of the regulator.
• Release the test button.
Electrical diagrams
Control panel
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Electrical diagram, air-cooled FD 310 (40/46/50 ˚C (104/115/122 ˚F)), FD 410 (40/46 ˚C (104/115 ˚F)) and FD 510
(40 ˚C (104 ˚F))
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Position of components
Ref. Description
A1 Alarm contact, warning
A2 Alarm contact, shut-down
ED1 Electronic Water Drain
E1 Elektronikon regulator
F0 Main fuses (customer's installation)
F1 Air-cooled: Fuse, primary winding of transformer
F2 Air-cooled: Fuse, primary winding of transformer
F4 Fuse, secondary winding of transformer
F5 Fuse, secondary winding of transformer
F6 Fuse, secondary winding of transformer
F10 Internal overload, fan motor 1
K1 Contactor, refrigerant compressor
K5 Contactor, fan motor 1
K25 Phase sequence relay
M1 Refrigerant compressor
M5 Fan motor 1
PT20 Pressure transducer, condenser pressure
Q5 Circuit breaker, fan motor(s) - Phase sequence relay
S0 Main switch (customer's installation)
S1 High-pressure switch
S2 Flow switch
T1 Transformer, control voltage
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Ref. Description
TT89 Temperature sensor, freeze protection
TT90 Temperature sensor, dryer LAT block
Y1 Solenoid valve
1X0 Terminal strip, supply
1X1 Terminal strip, motor
1X3 Terminal strip, earthing
1X5 Terminal strip, < or = 24 VAC
1X6 Terminal strip, < or = 24 VDC
1X7 Terminal strip, voltage-free contacts
(1) Customer installation
(2) For connection, see transformer label
(3) Voltage-free contacts
Dryer protection
The unit is provided with a phase sequence relay (K25).
The high-pressure shut-down switch (S1) stops the compressor motor when the pressure in the
refrigerant circuit reaches the upper set-point of the switch.
After tripping:
• The switch must be reset manually by pressing its reset knob and by accessing the
protection menu, on the electronic regulator, and pressing the Enter key.
The compressor motor has a built-in thermic protection. If the thermic protection trips, the
compressor motor will be stopped. The compressor will restart when the motor windings have
cooled down, which may take up to 3 hours.
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Control panel
General description
The electronic regulator automatically controls the dryer, i.e.:
• keeps the pressure dew-point stable
• stops the dryer whenever necessary
• restarts the dryer when required
In order to control the dryer and to read and modify programmable parameters, the
regulator has a control panel provided with:
• LEDs indicating the status of the dryer
• a display indicating the operating conditions or a fault
• keys to control the dryer and to access the data collected by the regulator
• buttons to manually start and stop the dryer
In general, the regulator has following functions:
• controlling the dryer
• protecting the dryer
• automatic restart after voltage failure (made inactive)
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If activated and provided the regulator was in the automatic operation mode, the dryer
will automatically restart if the supply voltage to the module is restored within a
programmed time period.
The power recovery time (the period within which the voltage must be restored to have
an automatic restart) can be set between 15 and 3600 seconds or to ‘Infinite’. If the
power recovery time is set to ‘Infinite’, the dryer will always restart after a voltage failure,
no matter how long it takes to restore the voltage. A restart delay can also be
programmed, allowing for example the dryer and the compressors to be restarted one
after the other.
Control panel
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Status icons
Remote start/stop
Network control
Automatic restart after voltage Automatic restart after voltage failure is active
failure
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Shutdown
Warning
Main chart
Input icons
Icon Description
Pressure
Temperature
Digital input
Special protection
System icons
Icon Description
Dryer
Fan
Frequency converter
Drain
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Filter
Motor
Network problem
General alarm
Menu icons
Icon Description
Inputs
Outputs
Counters
Test
Settings
Service
Network
Set point
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Info
General settings
Navigation arrows
Icon Description
Up
Down
Control panel
Function
The Main screen shows the status of the dryer operation and is the gateway to all functions
implemented in the controller.
The Main screen is shown automatically when the voltage is switched on and one of the keys is
pushed. It is switched off automatically after a few minutes when no keys are pushed.
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Text on figures
• Section A shows information regarding the dryer operation (e.g. the Dryer PDP (1), the
Relative Humidity (2)).
• Section B shows Status icons. Following icon types are shown in this field:
• Fixed icons
These icons are always shown in the main screen and cannot be selected by the cursor
(e.g. Dryer stopped or running, Dryer status).
• Optional icons
These icons are only shown if their corresponding function is activated (e.g. week timer,
automatic restart after voltage failure , etc.)
• Pop up icons
These icons pop up if an abnormal condition occurs (warnings, shutdowns, service,...)
To call up more information about the icons shown, select the icon using the scroll keys and
press the enter key.
• Section C is called the Status bar
This bar shows the text that corresponds to the selected icon.
• Section D shows the Action buttons. These buttons are used:
• to call-up or program settings
• to reset a service message
• to have access to all data collected by the regulator
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The function of the buttons depends on the displayed menu. The most common functions
are:
Designation Function
Menu To go to the menu
Modify To modify programmable settings
Reset To reset a timer or message
To activate an action button, highlight the button by using the Scroll keys and press the
Enter key.
To go back to the previous menu, press the Escape key.
Chart views
When the Chart (High Resolution) is selected, a chart showing the pressure per minute is shown
on the main screen. The pressure depends on the selection made in the input screen. Each point
in the chart is 1 second. The screen shows 4 minutes.
The switch button (icon) for selecting other screens is changed into a small Chart and is
highlighted (active).
When the Chart (Medium Resolution) is selected, a chart showing the pressure per hour is shown
on the main screen. The pressure depends on the selection made in the input screen. Each point
is the average of 1 minute. The screen shows 4 hours.
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The switch button (icon) for selecting other screens is changed into a small Chart and is
highlighted (active).
When the Chart (Low Resolution) is selected, a chart showing the pressure per day is shown on
the main screen. This pressure depends on the selection made in the input screen. Each point is
the average of 1 hour. The screen shows 10 days.
The switch button (icon) for selecting other screens is changed into a small Chart and is
highlighted (active).
Control panel
Description
When the voltage is switched on, the main screen is shown automatically (see section Main
screen):
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• To go to the Menu screen, highlight the Menu button (4), using the Scroll keys.
• Press the Enter key to select the menu. Following screen appears:
• The screen shows a number of icons. Each icon indicates a menu item. By default, the
Inputs icon is selected. The status bar shows the name of the menu that corresponds with
the selected icon.
• Use the Scroll keys to select an icon.
• Press the Enter key (2) to open the menu or press the Escape key (3) to return to the Main
screen.
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Control panel
Function
To call up information regarding the actually measured data and the status of some inputs such
as the Condensing Pressure.
Procedure
Starting from the main screen (see Main screen),
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:
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• Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears:
Text on figure
• The screen shows the first items of a list of all inputs with their corresponding icons and
readings. Use the scroll button to see the other items in the list.
• If an input is in warning or shutdown, the original icon is replaced by the warning or
shutdown icon respectively.
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Function
To call up information regarding the actual status of some outputs such as the Solenoid valve,
Dryer fan, etc.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen),
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:
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• Move the cursor to the Outputs icon using the Scroll keys.
• Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears:
(1) Outputs
(2) Solenoid Valve 1 HGBP1
(3) Run Enable Dryer Motor
(4) Dryer Fan 1
(5) Dryer Fan 2
• The screen shows the first items of a list of all outputs with their corresponding icons and
readings. Use the scroll button to see the other items in the list.
• If an input is in warning or shutdown, the original icon is replaced by the warning or
shutdown icon respectively.
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3.8 Counters
Control panel
Function
To call up:
• The running hours
• The number of dryer starts
• The number of hours that the regulator has been powered
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen),
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:
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• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Counters icon (see above, section Menu icon)
• Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:
Text on figure
(1) Counters
(2) Running hours dryer
(3) Dryer starts
(4) Module hours
The screen shows a list of all counters with their actual readings.
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Control panel
Function
To call up the last shut-down and last emergency stop data.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen),
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:
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• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Event History icon (see above, section Menu
icon)
• The list of last shut-down and emergency stop cases is shown.
• Scroll through the items to select the desired shut-down or emergency stop event.
• Press the Enter key to find the date, time and other data reflecting the status of the
compressor when that shut-down or emergency stop occurred.
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Function
To display and modify a number of settings (e.g. Network settings, General settings, ...)
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen),
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:
• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Settings icon (see above, section menu icon).
• Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:
Icon Function
Network settings
General settings
Dryer
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Icon Function
Automatic restart after voltage failure settings
Access key
User password
Main chart
• Move the cursor to the icon of the function to be modified and press the Enter key.
Text on figure
(1) Network
(2) Ethernet
(3) CAN
• A selection bar is covering the first item (CAN). Use the ↓ key of the Scroll keys to select the
setting to be modified and press the Enter key. Following screen appears:
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.
• Press the Enter button; a selection bar is covering the first item (Ethernet).
• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the setting to be modified (e.g. Ethernet) and
press the Enter button (2).
• A pop-up screen appears. Use the ↑ or ↓ key to select the required parameter and press the
Enter key to confirm.
General settings
• Select the General settings icon as described above and press the Enter button (2).
Following screen appears:
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Text on figure
(1) General
(2) Language in use
(3) Time
(4) Date
(5) Date format
• The screen shows the first items of a list of all settings. Use the scroll button to see the other
items in the list.
• Press the Enter button (2); a selection bar is covering the first item (Language in use).
Use the ↓ key of the Scroll keys to select the setting to be modified and press the Enter key.
• A pop-up screen appears. Use the ↑ or ↓ key to select the required parameter and press the
Enter key to confirm.
Dryer settings
• Select the Dryer settings icon as described above and press the Enter button (2). Following
screen appears:
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Text on figure
(1) Regulation
(2) Dryer operation mode
(3) Flow switch mode
(4) Dewpoint alarm mode
(5) Variable dewpoint alarm offset
• The screen shows the first items of a list of all settings. Use the scroll button to see the other
items in the list.
• Press the Enter button (2); a selection bar is covering the first item (Dryer operation mode).
Use the ↓ key of the Scroll keys to select the setting to be modified and press the Enter key.
• A pop-up screen appears. Use the ↑ or ↓ key to select the required parameter and press the
Enter key to confirm.
It is possible to program three operation modes:
• ‘Economy’: the set-point for the pressure dew-point is ambient temperature minus 20 ˚C (36
°F) (minimum set-point is 3 ˚C (37 °F)).
• ‘Lowest Dewp.’: the set-point for the pressure dew-point is 3 ˚C (37 °F) regardless of the
ambient temperature.
• ‘Max. Saving’: the set-point for the pressure dew-point is ambient temperature minus 15 ˚C
(27 °F) (minimum set-point is 4 ˚C (39 °F)).
Automatic restart
• Select the Automatic restart settings icon as described above and press the Enter button (2).
Following screen appears:
Text on figure
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Access key
Different security levels are programmed in the regulator (e.g. user, service technician, etc). This
menu item is used to change the security level. Scroll to the correct icon using the scroll key.
Press the enter button. Press the enter button again to modify the security level. Press the enter
button again; a pop-up menu appears. Use the scroll keys to enter the password of the new
security level. Press the enter key to confirm the change.
User password
If the password option is activated, it is impossible for not authorized persons to modify any
setting.
• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Password icon.
• Press the Enter key.
• Select the Modify button using the Scroll keys and press the Enter key. Next, modify the
password as required.
Text on figure
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The screen shows the main chart signal, the actual settings of the chart range and the chart
band. To modify these settings, proceed as follows:
• Press the Enter key; the first item, chart range, becomes highlighted.
• Press the Enter key to modify the chart range or press the arrow down key to modify the
chart band.
Modifying the chart range
Select the chart range as described above and proceed as follows:
• Press the enter key; the minimum setting becomes highlighted. Press the enter key to
modify the minimum setting or use the arrow down key to modify the maximum setting.
• Press the enter key to accept the modification.
Modifying the chart band
Select the chart band as described above and proceed as follows:
• Press the enter key; the low band setting becomes highlighted. Press the enter key to
modify the on/off setting or use the arrow down key to modify the low setting.
• Press the enter key to accept the modification.
• Proceed in the same way to modify the high band settings.
Control panel
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Function
To show the internet address.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen),
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:
• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Info icon (see above, section Menu icon).
• Press the Enter key. The internet address appears on the screen.
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Function
• To program time-based start/stop commands for the dryer
• Four different week schemes can be programmed.
• A week cycle can be programmed (a week cycle is a sequence of 10 weeks). For each week
in the cycle, one of the four programmed week schemes can be chosen.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen),
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the Enter key. Use the Scroll buttons
to select the Timer icon.
• Press the Enter key on the controller. Following screen appears:
The first item in this list is highlighted. Select the item requested and press the Enter key on
the controller to modify.
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• A weekly list is shown. Monday is automatically selected and highlighted. Press the Enter
key on the controller to set an action for this day.
• A new window opens. The Modify action button is selected. Press the enter button on the
controller to create an action.
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(1) Monday
(2) Modify
• A new pop-up window opens. Select an action from this list by using the Scroll keys on the
controller. When ready press the Enter key to confirm.
• A new window opens. The action is now visible in the first day of the week.
(1) Monday
(2) Start
(3) Save
(4) Modify
• To adjust the time, use the Scroll keys on the controller and press the Enter key to confirm.
(1) Monday
(2) Start
(3) Save
(4) Modify
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• A pop-up window opens. Use the ↑ or ↓ Scroll keys to modify the values of the hours. Use
the ← or → Scroll keys to modify the minutes.
(1) Monday
(2) Time
(3) Save
(4) Modify
• Press the Escape key on the controller. The action button Modify is selected. Use the Scroll
keys to select the action Save.
(1) Monday
(2) Start
(3) Save
(4) Modify
• A new pop-up window opens. Use the Scroll keys on the controller to select the correct
actions. Press the Enter key to confirm.
(1) Monday
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Press twice the Enter key on the controller to modify the first week.
• A new window opens. Select the action, example: Week Action Scheme 1
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• A new window opens. Select Week 1 to set the Week Timer active.
• Press the Escape key on the controller to leave this window. The status shows that week 1
is active.
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• Press the Escape key on the controller to go to the main Week Timer menu. Select
Remaining Running Time from the list and press the Enter key on the controller to Modify.
• This timer is used when the week timer is set and for certain reasons the compressor must
continue working, for example, for 1 hour. This can be set in this screen. This timer is prior
to the Week Timer action.
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Function
• To test the electronic water drain.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen):
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the enter key (2); following screen
appears:
• Using the scroll keys (1), move the cursor to the test icon (see above, section Menu icon)
• Press the enter key (2); following screen appears:
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• A selection bar is covering the item drain test; press the enter key. A screen is shown to
start draining or to modify the manual drain time. Select the desired option and press the
enter button (2).
• In case the drain test was chosen, the automatic drain will be opened for the time
specified in the manual drain time function.
• In case the manual drain time was chosen, a pop-up window appears. Use the up and
down buttons (1) to modify the value as required.
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Function
• To reset the service plans which are carried out.
• To check when the next service plans are to be carried out.
• To find out which service plans were carried out in the past.
• To modify the programmed service intervals.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen),
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:
• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Service icon (see above, section Menu icon).
• Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:
Text on figure
(1) Service
(2) Overview
(3) Service plan
(4) Next service
(5) History
• Scroll through the items to select the desired item and press the Enter key to see the details
as explained below.
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Overview
Text on figure
(1) Overview
(2) Running Hours (green)
(3) Real Time hours (blue)
Service plans
A number of service operations are grouped (called Level A, Level B, etc...). Each level stands
for a number of service actions to be carried out at the time intervals programmed in the
controller.
When a service plan interval is reached, a message will appear on the screen.
After carrying out the service actions related to the indicated levels, the timers must be reset.
From the Service menu above, select Service plan (3) and press Enter. Following screen
appears:
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Text on figure
Next Service
Text on figure
In the example above, the A Service level is programmed at 4000 running hours, of which 0
hours have passed.
History
The History screen shows a list of all service actions done in the past, sorted by date. The date at
the top is the most recent service action. To see the details of a completed service action (e.g.
Service level, Running hours or Real time hours), use the Scroll keys to select the desired action
and press the Enter key.
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Function
• To call-up the speed of the refrigerant compressor.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen):
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the enter key (2). Following screen
appears:
• Using the scroll keys (1), move the cursor to the converter icon (see above, section Menu
icon)
• Press the enter key (2). Following screen appears:
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Converter panel
Function
• To call-up and to reset the protections.
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Before resetting a warning or shut down message, always remedy the problem.
Frequently resetting these messages without remedying may damage the dryer.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen):
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the enter key (2). Following screen
appears:
• Using the scroll keys (1), move the cursor to the protections icon (see above, section Menu
icon)
• Press the enter key (2). Following screen appears:
• The screen shows a list of all shut-down and shut-down warning settings and the actual
reading. In case of shut-down, the protection can be reset after remedying.
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Function
• To call-up the actual readings for the pressure dewpoint, the relative humidity and the LAT
setpoint.
Procedure
Starting from the Main screen (see Main screen):
• Move the cursor to the Menu action button and press the enter key (2). Following screen
appears:
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• Using the scroll keys (1), move the cursor to the Extra icon (see above, section Menu icon)
• Press the enter key (2). A screen showing the actual readings for the pressure dewpoint, the
relative humidity and the LAT setpoint appears.
Getting started
Make sure you are logged in as administrator.
• Use the internal network card from your computer or a USB to LAN adapter (see picture
below).
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• Use a UTP cable (CAT 5e) to connect to the controller (see picture below).
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• Select the Local Area connection (1), which is connected to the controller.
• Use the checkbox Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (1) (see picture). To avoid conflicts, de-select
other properties if they are selected. After selecting TCP/IP, click on the Properties button
(2) to change the settings.
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The internal web server is designed and tested for Microsoft® Internet Explorer 6, 7 and
8. Other web browsers like Opera and Firefox do not support this internal web server.
When using Opera or Firefox, a redirect page opens. Click on the hyperlink to connect
to the download server from Microsoft® to download the latest version of Internet
Explorer, and install this software.
• Click on the Connections tab (1) and then click on the LAN settings button (2).
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• In the Proxy server Group box, click on the Advanced button (1).
• In the Exceptions Group box, enter the IP address of your controller. Multiple IP addresses
can be given but they must be separated with semicolons (;).
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Example: Suppose that you already added two IP addresses (192.168.100.1 and
192.168.100.2). Now you add 192.168.100.100 and separate the 3 IP addresses by putting
semicolons between them (1) (see picture).
Click OK (2) to close the window.
• On the left side of the interface the navigation menu can be found.
If a license for ESi is foreseen, the menu contains 3 buttons.
• Machine: shows all machine settings.
• ES: shows the ESi status (if a license is provided).
• Preferences: allows to change temperature and pressure unit.
Machine settings
All settings can be hidden or shown. Put a mark for each setting. Only the machine status is fixed
and can not be removed from the main screen.
• Analog inputs (the units of measure can be changed in the preference button from the
navigation menu).
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• Counters: give an overview of all actual counters from controller and machine.
• Info status: the machine status is always shown on the web interface.
• Digital inputs: gives an overview of all digital inputs and their status.
• Digital outputs: shows a list of all digital outputs and their status.
• Special protections: give an overview of all special protections of the machine.
• Service plan: shows all levels of the service plan and status. This screen only shows the
running hours. It is also possible to show the actual status of the service interval.
• ES screen controller: if an ESi license is provided, the button ES is shown in the navigation
menu. At the left all machines in the ES and at the right the ES status is shown.
Settings
The regulating and safety devices are factory-adjusted to obtain optimum performance of the
dryer. No adjustments are required.
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4 Installation
Dimension drawings
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Text on figures
Reference Description
(1) Automatic drain, flexible drain pipe ø 12- length = 2000 mm
(2) Electrical connection, cable gland M25
(3) ISO 7-R 3” or 3” NPT
(4) Cooling air out
(5) Cooling air in
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Reference Description
(6) Net mass, approx.
(7) Compressed air inlet
(8) Compressed air outlet
(9) Air-cooled dryer type
(10) Ambient
(11) Maximum ambient
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Example
Reference Description
1 Ventilation air inlet
2 Ventilation air outlet (fan)
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Reference Description
1 The dryer should be installed on a level floor suitable for taking its weight.
2a
2c
3 Air receiver with condensate drain.
4 Pressure gauge
5 Condensate drain
6 Dryer outlet valve
7 By-pass system
8 By-pass valve
9 Dryer inlet valve
10 Electronic water drain
Procedure
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Item Action
Dryer • The unit should be installed on a level floor capable of taking the weight of the
dryer.
• Distances between units and walls stated are minimum.
Ventilation For air-cooled dryer:
• Provide free space above the dryer.
• The inlet grid(s) (1) and ventilation fan (2) (if provided) should be installed in such
a way that any recirculation of cooling air to the dryer is avoided.
• The required ventilation to limit the dryer room temperature is:
• For FD 310 (46 °C (115 °F)): 1500 l/s (3178 cfm)
• The air velocity to the grid(s) has to be limited to 5 m/s (16.5 ft/s).
• Install the dryer where the ambient air is as clean as possible and where the
temperature of the air will never exceed the limits: minimum air temperature at the
dryer cooling opening is 0 ˚C (32 ˚F), maximum air temperature at the dryer
cooling opening depends on the installed variant: 40 ˚C (104 ˚F), 46 °C (115 °F) or
50 °C (122 °F).
• Keep the ventilation gratings of the dryer free. If necessary, take action to avoid
external influences (wind, draughts, etc.) through the ventilation gratings of the
dryer, as they may disturb the cooling air flow.
For the reference of components, see the section Installation proposal.
Air • Connect the compressed air lines to the marked inlet and outlet pipes of the dryer.
• Provide an air inlet valve and outlet valve.
• If a by-pass pipe and valve are installed, the dryer can be serviced while by-
passing the dryer.
Drain pipes • Each drain pipe must be individually connected to the waste pipe.
• Lay out the condensate drain pipes via a funnel towards the waste pipe to allow
visual inspection. The pipes must slope downwards. For draining of pure
condensate, install an oil/water separator; consult your Customer Centre.
• If the condensate drain pipes have been fitted outside the compressor room where
they may be exposed to freezing temperatures, they must be insulated.
Electrical • Check that the primary side connections of transformer (T1) correspond with the
connection supply voltage.
• See the section Electric cable size and fuses for the recommended fuses and
cable size of the supply cables.
• Check that the electrical installation corresponds to the local codes. The dryer
must be earthed and protected against short circuits by fuses of the inert type in all
phases.
• An isolating switch must be installed near the dryer.
• The unit is provided with a phase sequence relay. When the dryer does not start,
switch off the voltage and reverse two incoming electric lines.
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Important
Local regulations remain applicable if they are stricter than the values proposed.
For 50 Hz dryers, the settings of the main fuses below are according to Directive
2014/35/EU (low-voltage directive) EN60204, 2014/30/EU electromagnetic compatibility.
The cable size is valid for cable PVC 70 ˚C (158 ˚F) at an ambient temperature of 40 ˚C
(104 ˚F).
Fuses
50 Hz IEC - 46 ˚C (115 ˚F) variant
4.5 Pictographs
Explanation of pictographs
Reference Name
1 Disconnect from electrical supply before opening
(Only for 60 Hz units)
2 Warning, voltage
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Reference Name
3 Cooling water outlet
(Only for water-cooled dryers)
4 Cooling water inlet
(Only for water-cooled dryers)
5 Maximum air inlet temperature of 70 ˚C (158 ˚F)
6 Switch off and depressurise the dryer before starting maintenance or repair
7 Compressed air inlet
8 Dry air outlet
9 Automatic condensate drain
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5 Operating instructions
5.1 Warnings
Safety precautions
The operator must apply all relevant safety precautions, including those mentioned in this
manual.
Altitude operation
Consult your supplier if operating above 3000 m (9843 ft).
Control panel
Step Action
1 At least 10 minutes before starting, the main supply to the dryer must be switched on to
initialize the regulator and flow switch.
2 Press start button (14).
• Three-phase units are provided with a phase sequence relay. When the dryer
compressor motor does not start, switch off the voltage and reverse two incoming
electric lines.
For air-cooled versions: Check the rotation direction of the fan motor(s). The correct
rotation direction is indicated by an arrow next to each fan. If incorrect, switch off the
voltage and reverse two of the three phase connections.
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5.3 Starting
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Step Action
- At least 10 minutes before starting, the main supply to the dryer must be switched on to
initialize the regulator and flow switch.
- Close the dryer by-pass valve, if installed.
- Press start button (14).
- Open the dryer air inlet valve (customer's installation).
- Approx. 5 minutes later, open the dryer air outlet valve (customer's installation).
- Approx. 10 minutes later, the nominal dew-point will be reached.
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Control panel
Regularly check:
• The pressure dew-point on the display of the control panel. The pressure dew-point will
deviate from nominal if the air inlet conditions or volume flow differ from nominal.
• That condensate is discharged. The amount depends on the operating conditions.
5.5 Stopping
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Procedure
Step Action
1 Close dryer inlet and outlet valves (customer's installation).
2 Press stop button (13). The dryer stops. Voltage on LED (8) remains lit. Leave the
voltage on if the dryer has to remain on stand-by.
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6 Maintenance
Important
Safety precautions
When handling refrigerant R410a, all applicable safety precautions must be observed. The
following points are stressed:
• Contact of refrigerant with the skin will cause freezing. Special gloves must be worn and, if
there is contact with the skin, the skin should be rinsed with water. On no account may
clothing be removed.
• Fluid refrigerant will also cause freezing of the eyes; therefore, safety glasses must be worn.
• Refrigerant R410a is poisonous. Do not inhale refrigerant vapors. Check that the working
area is adequately ventilated.
When removing the side panels of the dryer, be aware that internal elements such as the pipes
can reach a temperature of 120 ˚C (248 ˚F). Therefore, wait until the dryer has cooled down
before removing the side panels.
Before starting any maintenance or repairs, switch off the voltage. Isolate the dryer from the air
net and depressurize by opening valve (5) on inlet collector (6).
Local legislation
Local legislation may impose that:
• Work on the refrigerant circuit of the cooling dryer or on any equipment which influences its
function must be carried out by an authorized control body.
• The installation should be checked once a year by an authorized control body.
Service agreements
Customer Centers have a range of service agreements to suit your needs:
• An Inspection Plan.
• A Preventive Maintenance Plan.
• A Total Responsibility Plan.
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Contact your Customer Center to arrange a tailor-made service agreement. This will ensure
optimum operational efficiency, minimize downtime and reduce the total life cycle costs.
General
The following remarks should be kept in mind:
• Keep the dryer clean.
• Brush or blow off the finned surface of the condenser regularly.
• Inspect and clean the electronic water drain once a year .
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7 Problem solving
Attention
Use only authorized parts. Any damage or malfunction caused by the use of
unauthorized parts is not covered by Warranty or Product Liability.
Apply all relevant Safety precautions.
Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the dryer, stop the dryer and switch
off the voltage.
Open the isolating switch to prevent an accidental start.
Isolate the dryer from the air net and depressurize by opening valve (5) on inlet collector
(6).
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8 Technical data
Reference conditions
Limits
Unit
Maximum compressed air inlet pressure bar(e) 14
Minimum-maximum ambient air temperature, 46 °C (115 °F) version ˚C 0-46
Maximum compressed air inlet temperature, 46 °C (115 °F) version ˚C 56
Unit
Maximum compressed air inlet pressure bar(e) 14
Minimum-maximum ambient air temperature ˚C 0-40
Maximum compressed air inlet temperature ˚C 50
General
Unit
Pressure drop over dryer (FD 310) under nominal conditions, approx. bar 0.23
Sound pressure level at reference conditions for air-cooled version dB(A) 67
Unit
At ambient temperature of: °C 25 30 35 40 46
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Unit
Volume flow at dryer inlet under l/s 310 310 310 310 310
nominal conditions
Pressure dew-point ˚C 3 3 8 17 29
Total power consumption kW 2.8 3.2 3.6 4.1 4.5
Power consumption, cooling fan kW 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4
Cooling air flow (approx.) l/s 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500
Heat dissipated by cooling air kW 9 11 12 14 16
flow (approx.)
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10 Documentation
Declaration of conformity
Typical example of a Declaration of Conformity document
(1): Manufacturer
(2): Applicable directives
(3): Standards used
(4): Technical file holder
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We stand by our responsibilities towards our customers, towards the environment and
the people around us.
We make performance stand the test of time.
This is what we call - Sustainable Productivity.
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