iDRY Series Heatless Regenerated Dryers: IOM10003-C
(Rev. A)
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5.
START-UP
5.1
Verification Prior to Start-up
Verify that the operating parameters match with the acceptable ranges indicated on the data plate of the
dryer (voltage, frequency, air pressure, air temperature, ambient temperature, etc.). This is not the same as
the ASME UW plate on the vessels and may be lower than what is stamped on the ASME UW plate.
Before delivery, each dryer is submitted to accurate tests simulating real operating conditions. Nevertheless, the unit
could be damaged during transportation. Therefore, we suggest checking the integrity of the dryer upon arrival (see
page 4) and observing the dryer during the first hours of operation.
The start-up must be performed by qualified personnel only. It is mandatory that the qualified person in
charge will verify safe operational conditions complying with the local safety and accident prevention
requirements.
The same qualified person will be responsible for the proper and safe operation of the dryer. Never operate
the dryer if all panels are not properly in place or if any componentry is missing or appears damaged.
Service to be performed by qualified personnel only. The end user is responsible to ensure that the dryer
will never be operated with pressure that exceeds the maximum pressure rating of the unit. Operating the
dryer at a pressure higher than the maximum rating could be dangerous for both the operator and the
machine.
The inlet air temperature and air flow rate entering the dryer must be within the limits indicated on the data plate.
Installation precautions must be taken in order to limit the vibration that can occur during the operation of the dryer.
Therefore, we recommend using flexible connecting pipes that are able to insulate the dryer from possible vibrations
originating from the pipe line.
The connection to the main power is to be carried out by qualified personnel, and the safety protocol must
comply with local rules and laws.
Before connecting the unit to the electric power, verify that the voltage and the frequency available on the mains
correspond to the data on the data plate of the dryer. In terms of voltage, a
5% tolerance is acceptable. The wire size
feeding the dryer must comply with the consumption of the dryer, while keeping into account also the ambient
temperature, the conditions of the main power junction box, the length of the wire, and the requirements enforced by
the National Electric Code.
It is mandatory to ensure the connection to the ground terminal.
The condensate is discharged at the same pressure as the air entering the dryer. Never point the
condensate drain discharge towards anybody.
Connect and properly fasten the condensate drain to a collection system or container. The outlet condensate hose
cannot be connected to pressurized systems.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF CONDENSATE INTO THE ENVIRONMENT
The condensate collected in the dryer contains oil particles released into the air stream by the compressor.
Dispose of the condensate in a manner compliant with all local, state and Federal rules and regulations.
We highly recommend the installation of either a QWIK-PURE® or ÖWAMAT® oil-water separator at the
final collection point for all condensate discharge lines within the facility (i.e. from the main header).
