Parker CT3000, Operator'S Manual

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9. If the storage conditions were adverse, the refrigeration compressor may
make a loud may make a loud metallic hammering noise. If this happens,
turn the dryer off at the panel and wait 60 seconds. Then turn the dryer
back on. Repeat this procedure until the refrigeration compressor runs
smoothly. The suction gauge located on the front panel should start to
drop to between 28…35 PSI.
Do not pass air through the dryer until it Is stabilized.
(Suction gauge reads 28…35 PSI)
10.
With the dryer turned on from the control panel, and the suction gauge
between 28…35 PSI, you can now introduce compressed air to the dryer.
11. Check the automatic drain for proper operation. Drain should open at
regular intervals based on the drain control settings.
Clean Y-Strainer after the first 8 hours of operation. (If
unit has float Demand drains there is no Y-Strainer)
12. Restart dryer using this procedure after maintenance, power outage or
prolonged periods of shutdown.
When Operating Dryer
1. Turn dryer On and Off at control panel.
2. Keep power to unit during off cycles.
3. Start dryer to prior to allowing air flow through unit.
4. Clean condenser when necessary.
5. Keep ambient temperature under 95ºF (35ºC)
6. Keep inlet temperature under 100ºF (37.7ºC)
7. Keep inlet pressure above 100 PSI (8.6 bars)
8. Check and clean Y-strainer
9. NEVER cycle dryer with air compressor.