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ALTEC AIR, LLC

P550W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide

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P011658 – Rev. S

6.5 Installation Steps

6.5.1

Using a box cutter remove

the Dryer from box and all

shipping materials.

NOTE:

If ANY SHIPPING

DAMAGE is detected, file a

claim with the shipping

company prior to continuing

the installation procedures.

6.5.2

Open panel locking latches

and remove the front panel.

6.5.3

Check for loose parts,

hoses, or wiring.

NOTE:

If ANY SHIPPING

DAMAGE is detected, file a

claim with the shipping

company prior to continuing

the installation procedures.

Summary of Contents for AIR P550W

Page 1: ...P011658 Rev S P550W Series Air Dryers User s Guide Models covered P550W P550WH P550WLP P552W P552WH P552WLP...

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Page 3: ...com 2 Introduction PLEASE READ THIS USER S GUIDE THOROUGHLY AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This User s Guide is provided for the benefit of our customers and contains information and direction specific...

Page 4: ...larm Setup Menu 36 8 9 Connecting to Common Alarm Terminals 46 8 10 Connecting to Power Fail Alarm Terminals 46 8 11 Connecting via Web Browser 47 8 12 Using the Status Screen 48 8 13 Using the Config...

Page 5: ...8 Can t Create a Low Pressure Alarm 85 13 9 High Humidity 86 13 10 Can t Create a High Humidity Alarm Shutdown 87 13 11 High Flow Rate Alarm 87 13 12 High Cabinet Temperature Alarm 88 13 13 Inconsist...

Page 6: ...tention for these warnings and read them as you encounter them WARNING For your safety all the information in this User s Guide must be followed to minimize the risk of electrical shock and prevent pr...

Page 7: ...g components not supplied by ALTEC AIR is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY IMPORTANT Performing routine maintenance as outlined in the Maintaining Your Dryer section will ensure optimal perfo...

Page 8: ...ss panel allowing easier access for adjustment and maintenance and ultra quiet compressor with an industry leading maintenance interval of 8 000 hours 5 2 Key Features LCD display of all operating par...

Page 9: ...KPa Outlet Air Humidity Less than 2 RH Compressor Type Two cylinder 1 2 HP oil less type Drying Method Heatless Desiccant Operating Temperature Range 40 to 85 F optimal 4 4 30 C Noise Level 51 dBA at...

Page 10: ...nts air from bleeding back through the Heatless Dryer 5 Humidity Sensor Measures the Humidity of the compressed air 6 Air Tank Stores dry compressed air 7 Static Pressure Regulator Regulates the Stati...

Page 11: ...hly recommended that you remove all jewelry before performing any procedures WARNING Internal surfaces may be hot Use care when coming into contact with internal components as there is a potential for...

Page 12: ...2 3 Verify the installation location of the air Dryer 6 2 3 1 Well ventilated and free from abrasive dust or chemicals 6 2 3 2 Ambient temperature is between 40 to 85 F 4 4 and 30 C NOTE Higher tempe...

Page 13: ...wn Package located inside the Dryer 1 120 VAC Power Cord P550W P550WH P550WLP 1 220 VAC Power Cord P552W P552WH P552WLP 4 Connector Male 1 4 MPT P550WH P552WH 1 Tee Tube Union 1 Precision Bleed Orific...

Page 14: ...materials NOTE If ANY SHIPPING DAMAGE is detected file a claim with the shipping company prior to continuing the installation procedures 6 5 2 Open panel locking latches and remove the front panel 6...

Page 15: ...pward 6 5 6 Install the Plug into the included Precision Bleed Orifice Fitting and then into the dryer Outlet Port For 4 Port Outlet dryers 6 5 7 Remove four 4 Outlet Port plugs 6 5 8 Install four 4 O...

Page 16: ...power outlet for P550W P550WH and P550WLP models 208 253 VAC 1 phase power outlet for P552W P552WH and P552WLP models o Line Black Brown o Neutral White Blue o Ground Green Green Yellow 6 5 13 Power...

Page 17: ...6 5 15 1 Pull the Capacity Control Valve knob out 6 5 15 2 Turn the knob until the reading on the pressure gauge is 50 PSI 6 5 15 3 Push the knob in to lock 6 5 16 Let the Dryer run until the Humidit...

Page 18: ...Port by pressing the ferrule down then pulling the fitting upward NOTE Save this fitting for use in low flow applications 6 5 19 Connect the air supply line s For SINGLE Outlet dryers 6 5 19 1 Connec...

Page 19: ...e 19 of 98 P011658 Rev S NOTE For all dryers with minimal FLOW Install the included Precision Bleed Orifice fitting to maintain a constant air flow 6 5 20 Power the Dryer ON 6 5 21 Set the Static Pres...

Page 20: ...g nut LP Models 6 5 22 2 Turn knob until Outlet Pressure OUTP reading is at the desired setting 6 5 22 3 Push knob in to lock or tighten the retaining nut LP Models 6 5 23 Check for air leaks NOTE Thi...

Page 21: ...m off as necessary Tighten the fitting Re connect the hose end Replace the fitting hose component 6 5 24 Re install the front panel 6 5 25 REGISTER YOUR DRYER See section 7 for details 6 6 Installatio...

Page 22: ...activate the Limited Warranty on your product Once you register you are eligible to receive free technical support as well as updates concerning your ALTEC AIR products Register Online at www AltecAI...

Page 23: ...re the equipment to be running creating a situation for potential electrical shock It is highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before performing any procedures WARNING Internal surfaces may b...

Page 24: ...nect air hose from the quick disconnect connector located on top of Outlet Pressure Regulator 8 2 2 To prevent pressure from building back up power the Dryer OFF See section 8 3 8 2 3 Reconnect air ho...

Page 25: ...current information screen on the display When pressed again it will allow the information screens to begin cycling again 8 4 4 Arrow Buttons Used to navigate screens and set values 8 4 5 Display Scre...

Page 26: ...ted by the Outlet Pressure Regulator TANK Air Tank pressure FLOW Outlet flow of the dryer 8 4 5 2 Runtime Screen DUTY CYCLE Time Running Time Running Time Off LAST RUN How many minutes the compressor...

Page 27: ...gh Outlet Pressure Alarm Occurs when the Outlet Pressure OUTP rises above the alarm set point for more than one 1 minute Default setting is 10 0 PSI for Standard models 7 50 PSI for LP models See sect...

Page 28: ...fault setting is 10 0 If this alarm is present for one 1 minute or more the air Dryer will go into SHUTDOWN mode to prevent saturated air from being delivered to the supply line See section 13 9 for t...

Page 29: ...aintenance See section 10 3 for maintenance information 8 6 Accessing the Setup Menu The P550W has three 3 Setup sections System Setup Used to set specific values for the system Alarm Setup Used to se...

Page 30: ...ress the Left Arrow Button to Escape to the information screens 8 7 Using the System Setup Menu In the Setup Menu 8 7 1 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Select the S in System Setup 8 7 2 Press the...

Page 31: ...7 4 Press the Up Arrow Button to access the next screen 8 7 5 Set Start Up Delay default setting is 0 seconds 8 7 5 1 Press the Enter Button to access the edit screen 8 7 5 2 Press the Up Down Arrow...

Page 32: ...1 Press the Enter Button to access the reset screen 8 7 7 2 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the correct choice Yes or No 8 7 7 3 Press the Enter Button to confirm the selected choice This...

Page 33: ...Set Date 8 7 11 1 Press the Enter Button to access the edit screen 8 7 11 2 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the digit to change 8 7 11 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Change the valu...

Page 34: ...ft Right Arrow Buttons to Select the digit to change 8 7 12 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Change the value of the selected digit 8 7 12 4 Press the Enter Button to submit the new setting 8 7 12...

Page 35: ...r Button to access the firmware update screen 8 7 1 4 Select the correct file version using the Up and Down Buttons 8 7 1 5 Press the Enter button to select the file 8 7 1 6 Press the Left Right Arrow...

Page 36: ...the edit screen 8 7 3 3 Press the Up and Down Arrow Buttons to Change the value 8 7 3 4 Press the Enter Button to submit the new setting 8 7 3 5 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the corre...

Page 37: ...8 8 3 4 Press the Enter Button when to submit the new setting 8 8 3 5 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the correct choice Yes or No 8 8 3 6 Press the Enter Button to confirm the selected...

Page 38: ...confirm the selected choice This will lock in the new setting 8 8 6 Press the Up Arrow Button to access the next screen 8 8 7 Set Low Pressure Threshold default setting is 0 30 PSI 8 8 7 1 Press the...

Page 39: ...2 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the digit to change 8 8 9 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Change the value of the selected digit 8 8 9 4 Press the Enter Button when to submit the n...

Page 40: ...Right Arrow Buttons to Select the correct choice Yes or No 8 8 12 Press the Up Arrow Button to access the next screen In the Setup Menu 8 8 13 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Select the N in Netwo...

Page 41: ...t to change 8 8 15 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Change the value of the selected digit 8 8 15 4 Press the Enter Button when to submit the new setting 8 8 15 5 Press the Left Right Arrow Button...

Page 42: ...5 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the correct choice Yes or No 8 8 16 6 Press the Enter Button to confirm the selected choice This will lock in the new setting 8 8 17 Set Gateway Address...

Page 43: ...default is 000 000 000 000 8 8 18 1 Press the Enter Button to access the edit screen 8 8 18 2 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the digit to change 8 8 18 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons...

Page 44: ...change 8 8 19 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Change the value of the selected digit 8 8 19 4 Press the Enter Button when to submit the new setting 8 8 19 5 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to...

Page 45: ...8 8 20 3 Press the Enter Button when to submit the new setting 8 8 20 4 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the correct choice Yes or No 8 8 20 5 Press the Enter Button to confirm the selecte...

Page 46: ...rol Board as required COMMON NO for CLOSE ON ALARM operation NC COMMON for OPEN ON ALARM operation 8 9 3 Close Panel 8 10 Connecting to Power Fail Alarm Terminals 8 10 1 Open Panel see section 0 8 10...

Page 47: ...nd plugged into the UTP Port on the control board of the Air Dryer Configure the network card on the Laptop PC to use the IP Address 192 168 1 101 This will make the Laptop PC compatible with the Air...

Page 48: ...tatus Screen Displays the readings and alarms monitored in the P550W Series Air Dryer Provides remote ALARM RESET Readings are displayed in BLACK unless an alarm is present Alarms are displayed in RED...

Page 49: ...Guide Page 49 of 98 P011658 Rev S 8 12 1 Resetting an Alarm 8 12 1 1 Click on the ALARM RESET Button to remotely reset Air Dryer alarms displayed on Status Screen 8 12 1 2 Enter Keyword default is 123...

Page 50: ...word can be made in this screen NOTE Reference Appendix section 14 2 for Limits Defaults and Formats Values in BLUE represent the current setting The Enter Key is used to change values Clicking the va...

Page 51: ...es Air Dryers User s Guide Page 51 of 98 P011658 Rev S 8 14 Using the Event Screen Displays all events such as alarms changes made and alarm resets registered by the P550W Series Air Dryers This scree...

Page 52: ...ies Air Dryers Current Version Displays the current firmware version of the P550W Air Dryer New Version File Displays the new location and new firmware version chosen The BROWSE Button allows you to l...

Page 53: ...network This software requires a SNMP Definition Configuration File MIB file in order to properly communicate with the Air Dryer The files for the P550W Series Air Dryers can be downloaded from our we...

Page 54: ...ng a situation for potential electrical shock It is highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before performing any procedures WARNING Internal surfaces may be hot Use care when coming into conta...

Page 55: ...asure the running amps With the compressor running the running amps should measure 5 0 amps or below for 120V units or 2 5 amps or below for 240V units If the compressor measures over 5 0 2 5 running...

Page 56: ...to measure across the board terminals where wires 5 and 6 are connected The voltage should measure 120 VAC 120V models or 240 VAC 240V models With the Compressor NOT running 9 3 4 Use a Voltmeter to m...

Page 57: ...cate the Incoming POWER connector inside the Dryer 9 4 3 Use a Voltmeter to measure the voltage inside Dryer 9 4 3 1 Place the probes between the Power connector and terminal insulation so that they t...

Page 58: ...l 9 5 Testing Consistent Heatless Dryer Cycling With the Compressor running 9 5 1 Open Panel see section 0 9 5 2 Place a piece of insulating material over the compressor for this test i e piece of car...

Page 59: ...l for purging air Air should Purge from Tower 1 side Purge from Tower 2 side 30 Seconds later Purge from Tower 1 side 30 Seconds later and so on 9 5 5 Remove insulating material from top of the compre...

Page 60: ...f the heatless Dryer 9 6 2 Place your hand over the Unloader Valve to feel for air flow Air should NOT flow from this fitting continuously Air should only be released in a short burst when the compres...

Page 61: ...t solenoid IN Incoming power VALVE Right solenoid 9 7 2 Use a Voltmeter to measure the DC voltage across each set of VALVE terminals Continue to measure for up to 45 seconds if no voltage is initially...

Page 62: ...will turn OFF when the cabinet temperature is below 80 F If the fan is not blowing air outwards as described Verify the cabinet temperature is above 90 F Check for loose wiring Refer to the Wiring Dia...

Page 63: ...reen With Compressor running 9 10 2 Verify the compressor shuts down when the tank pressure TANK reaches 50 0 PSI If the tank pressure TANK fails to reach 50 PSI see section 13 15 for troubleshooting...

Page 64: ...n Time Alarm CAUTION Be careful when removing Air hose System is pressurized NOTE For this test allow the Display Screen to cycle through the information screens 9 11 1 Start timing when the compresso...

Page 65: ...LAST RUN alarm as described see section 13 18 for troubleshooting information 9 12 Testing Humidity Alarm and System Shutdown CAUTION Be careful when removing Air hose System is pressurized 9 12 1 Pow...

Page 66: ...of 98 P011658 Rev S 9 12 4 Power the air Dryer ON Allow the Humidity reading to rise over 10 0 9 12 5 After three 3 minutes verify that a Humidity Alarm appears and the Dryer goes into SHUTDOWN mode...

Page 67: ...able to create a Humidity Shutdown alarm as described see section 13 10 for troubleshooting information 9 13 Testing High Outlet Pressure Alarm 9 13 1 Make a note of the current Outlet Pressure OUTP r...

Page 68: ...Regulator knob counter clockwise until Outlet Pressure OUTP reading lowers to the reading recorded in step 9 13 1 9 13 5 Push knob in to lock or tighten the retaining nut LP Models 9 13 6 Press the RE...

Page 69: ...et Pressure OUTP reading rises to the reading recorded in step 9 14 1 9 14 5 Push knob in to lock or tighten the retaining nut LP Models 9 14 6 Press the RESET Button If you are unable to create a Low...

Page 70: ...paint brush to dab soapy water on the air fitting or hose connection to be tested If air bubbles appear at the connection this indicates that air is leaking from the connection If any leaks are detect...

Page 71: ...ord all completed maintenance for historical tracking and reference purposes The log sheets include a Section reference column which indicates the User s Guide section containing the information about...

Page 72: ...at you remove all jewelry before performing any procedures WARNING Internal surfaces may be hot Use care when coming into contact with internal components as there is a potential for some of these com...

Page 73: ...supplied by ALTEC AIR is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY IMPORTANT Performing routine maintenance as outlined in the Maintaining Your Dryer section will ensure optimal performance over the l...

Page 74: ...P550WLP models and must be 208 253 VAC for P552W P552WH and P552WLP models 9 4 Test High Low Outlet Pressure Alarms 9 13 9 14 Set System Pressure 50 PSI 0 Set Static Pressure 17 PSI 6 5 21 Set Outlet...

Page 75: ...ure Section 8 000 16 000 24 000 32 000 40 000 Install 8 000 Hour Maintenance Kit 11 4 Read Record Flow Rate FLOW 8 4 Measure Record Compressor Amp Draw 9 2 Set System Pressure 50 PSI 0 Set Static Pres...

Page 76: ...se 220VAC parts 552 units built before 10 21 2021 will use120VAC parts Description Part Number Quantit y Recommend Spare Power Switch M038428 1 Fan P4080 120VAC P40801 240VAC 1 Static Pressure Regulat...

Page 77: ...built before 10 21 2021 will use120VAC parts Description Part Number Quantity Recommend Spare Precision Bleed Orifice Fitting P013349 1 Outlet Pressure Regulator Standard Pressure Low Pressure P01027...

Page 78: ...atless Dryer P011738 120VAC P018262 220VAC 1 Desiccant Chamber P2004036 2 Cycle Timer P010530F1 120VAC P01053021 240VAC 1 Unloader Valve P011839 120VAC P017481 240VAC 1 Solenoid Valve In 8 000 Hour Ma...

Page 79: ...nce kit and compressor maintenance kit P011673 1 Kits for units with Type B Compressor See detail comparison on next page to determine Compressor Type Six Month Maintenance Kit Includes air intake fil...

Page 80: ...ed parts and accessories contact the ALTEC AIR Inside Sales Service department to order 800 521 5351 option 2 Fax 303 657 2205 sales AltecAIR com parts AltecAIR com IMPORTANT Instruction for the repla...

Page 81: ...o Replace desiccant o rings check valves springs and complete solenoid assembly o Test proper component operation Desiccant Tower Repack o Clean out tower and replace desiccant filter and o ring Circ...

Page 82: ...ction begins with the most likely cause s of the issue Otherwise they start from the simplest possibilities and progress to more complicated ones This troubleshooting guide is designed to be easy to f...

Page 83: ...testing and maintenance of this air Dryer require the equipment to be running creating a situation for potential electrical shock It is highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before performing...

Page 84: ...Alarm set point Raise High Outlet Pressure Alarm set point 13 6 Can t Create a High Pressure Alarm Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Defective Outlet Pressure Regulator Verify that the Outlet Pr...

Page 85: ...Tighten any loose connections as required 13 8 Can t Create a Low Pressure Alarm Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Defective Outlet Pressure Regulator Verify that the Outlet Pressure Regulator ca...

Page 86: ...s Raise High Humidity Alarm set point Over 10 not recommended Defective Humidity Sensor Perform the Testing Humidity Alarm and System Shutdown test section 9 12 Troubleshoot Can t Create a High Humidi...

Page 87: ...Verify that Humidity reading fails to climb higher than 15 or creates sporadic readings Replace Humidity Sensor section 11 2 Defective Control Board Verify that Humidity reading is over 15 for more th...

Page 88: ...lenoid Valves section 9 7 If 53 VDC 120V unit or 110 VDC 240V unit IS present replace Solenoid Valves included in the 8 000 Hour Maintenance Kit section 11 4 Defective Cycle Timer Measure voltage goin...

Page 89: ...n compressor and Air Tank for air leaks section 9 15 Connect tighten or replace leaking component 13 16 Compressor Excessive AMP Draw Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Restriction in air line Rem...

Page 90: ...h amounts of air the Solenoid Valve is defective Replace Solenoid Valves included in the 8 000 Hour Maintenance Kit section 11 4 Defective control board Measure voltages at control board section 9 3 I...

Page 91: ...Guide Page 91 of 98 P011658 Rev S 13 19 Compressor Rapid ON OFF Cycling Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Defective control board Measure voltages at control board section 9 3 If measurements are...

Page 92: ...ave exhausted all the potential problems and solutions covered in the Troubleshooting Your Dryer section and you still require further assistance to correct a problem contact ALTEC AIR Technical Suppo...

Page 93: ...ALTEC AIR LLC P550W Series Air Dryers User s Guide Page 93 of 98 P011658 Rev S 14 Appendix 14 1 Wiring Diagram...

Page 94: ...m LP UNITS 0 5 0 30 19 9 7 49 2 0 0 30 PSI High Humidity Alarm 3 15 10 YES High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm 2 00 5 00 3 00 Minutes High Cabinet Temperature Alarm 120 Deg F YES Compressor Total Run...

Page 95: ...Time Reading Numeric Hours Compressor Last Run Time Reading Numeric Seconds System Status ON SHUTDOWN Compressor Status ON OFF Fan Status ON OFF Heater Status Outdoor Unit Only ON OFF Alarm Readings R...

Page 96: ...y the user and the user in turn should file any damage claim against the carrier All warranty items are F O B Broomfield Colorado Freight charges are the responsibility of the user This warranty shall...

Page 97: ...lorado 80020 800 521 5351 303 427 3700 Fax 303 657 2233 info AltecAIR com www AltecAIR com 16 2 Sales 800 521 5351 option 2 Fax 303 657 2205 sales AltecAIR com parts AltecAIR com 16 3 Service 800 521...

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