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Note: The direction of the perimeter 
seal should be so the outside 
overlap is pointing in the direction 
of rotation. (If you have questions, 
contact Phoenix.)

5.   Remove the old divider seal. 

Install new divider seal using 
original metal screws and 
seals retainers. (Ref Figure B).

Figure A

Troubleshooting Guide

Trouble 

Probable Fault 

Probable Cause 

Corrective Action

  

Power and control failure  1. Main power off  

Check line and main power supply

 

 

2. Control power off

 

 

  a. Control circuit fuse blown 

a. Replace fuse

 

 

  b. Faulty control transformer 

b. Replace transformer

 

 

  c. Control switch open 

c. Close or replace switch

 

 

  d. Humidistat satisfied 

d. Turn down to lower setpoint

 

 

  e. Faulty control elements 

e. Check and repair or replace as req’d

 

Power or mechanical 

1.  Blown motor fuse  

Replace control circuit fuse

 

failure 

2.  Bad Contactor  

Repair or replace

 

 

3.  Burned out motor 

Repair or replace

 

 

4.  Failures of fan motor  

Repair or replace as req’d

 

Excessive infiltration of 

1.  Excessive unconditioned make-up air  

Reduce make-up air

 

humid air into the 

2.  Leaking ducts and/or air handling equip.   Seal leaks 

 

controlled space 

  outside controlled space

 

 

3.  Access openings to space not sealed  

Close and/or seal

 

 

4.  Space not vapor tight  

Seal with paint and/or vapor barrier

 

Faulty humidity controls 

1. Humidstat

 

 

  a. Improper adjustment 

a. Readjust

 

 

  b. Defective 

b. Replace

 

Inadequate air flow  

1. Excessive static pressure loss

 

 

  a. Dirty filter 

a. Clean or replace

 

 

  b. Obstruction at inlet, outlet or ducting 

b. Remove obstruction

 

 

  c. Clogged desiccant media 

c. Remove and replace media

 

 

      (High pressure drop across media)

 

Inadequate or no 

1. Element burnout  

Replace.

 

reactivation heat 

2. Low voltage  

Correct power supply

 

 

3. Faulty control elements  

Check, repair, or replace

 

Air seals and gaskets 

1. Air leakage into dehumidifier 

Replace panel gaskets and seals

 

 

2. Air bypassing media or leaking seals 

Check media position, replace seals

 

Ineffective desiccant  

1. Media drive failure

 

media 

  a. Belt 

a. Repair or replace

 

 

  b. Motor 

b. Repair or replace

 

 

2. Damaged desiccant media 

Repair or replace

 

 

3. Contaminated desiccant  

Clean or replace rotor

Divider Seals

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Figure B

Seal Clamp

Perimeter Seal

Unit stopped 
(Fan off No 
Heater)

Fan off (heater 
functions)

Unit running but 
humidity rises

9.4 Troubleshooting

Summary of Contents for 1200

Page 1: ... easy lifting External filters and fuses for simple maintenance Tough weather resistant design Operating Range 10ºF to 120ºF Specifications subject to change without notice TS 449b 02 12 4201 Lien Rd Madison WI 53704 PN 4028000 The Phoenix 1200 Portable Desiccant Dehumidifier offers the finest in air drying equipment however this machine can only provide maximum service if properly installed opera...

Page 2: ...hip of the seals and airflow pattern The dehumidifier is designed with the two air streams flowing in opposite directions counter flow thereby maximizing the energy efficiency of the equipment Table of Contents Introduction 1 1 Specifications 2 2 Operation 2 3 Installation Instructions 3 3 1 Inspection 3 3 2 Placing The Machine 3 3 3 Electrical 3 3 4 Duct Work 3 4 Operating Instructions 3 4 1 Airf...

Page 3: ...per dehumidifier performance Even though the dehumidifier is removing moisture it may not perform properly if moisture enters the dry air stream through leaks in the ductwork The air ducts must be properly sized to keep pressure losses at a minimum and prevent this loss from exceeding the designed fan static capability It is important to insure that the reactivation discharge air does not enter th...

Page 4: ...rnal control device specifications for compatibility with the dehumidifier 6 5 Electric Reactivation Controls The dehumidifier is equipped with Positive Temperature Coefficient PTC electric reactivation heaters These heaters are self regulating and require no over temperature safety devices or other electrical controls 7 Dehumidifier Maintenance Instructions 7 1 General Maintenance A definitive ti...

Page 5: ...g contact with chemicals will greatly improve the life of the desiccant Inspect the face of the media to see that no surface damage has occurred If damage is noticed please contact Phoenix for assistance The rotor should turn smoothly upon the shaft if not check the support bearings 9 Dehumidifier Service Instructions 9 1 Removing Desiccant Rotor Desiccant rotor removal is accomplished as follows ...

Page 6: ...r handling equip Seal leaks controlled space outside controlled space 3 Access openings to space not sealed Close and or seal 4 Space not vapor tight Seal with paint and or vapor barrier Faulty humidity controls 1 Humidstat a Improper adjustment a Readjust b Defective b Replace Inadequate air flow 1 Excessive static pressure loss a Dirty filter a Clean or replace b Obstruction at inlet outlet or d...

Page 7: ...amp 1 1 4028128 Relay 4 4028306 Reactivation Heater 6 4028307 Fan Motor 1 4028308 System Fan 1 4028309 Motor Pulley 1 4028144 Fan Pulley 1 4028143 Fan Belt 1 4028310 Rotor Drive Motor kit 1 4029717 Rotor Timing Drive Pulley 1 4028312 Drive Belt 1 4028313 Rotor Seal Divider Seal 16 ft 4026779 Desiccant Rotor 1 4028316 Process Filter 1 4020550 Caster 4 4028317 Power Cord 20 ft 4028318 7 www UsePhoen...

Page 8: ...8 www UsePhoenix com sales UsePhoenix com Toll Free 1 800 533 7533 11 Wiring Diagram ...

Page 9: ...yond Therma Stor Products reasonable control Limitations and Exclusions If any Phoenix 1200 part is repaired or replaced the new part shall be warranted for only the remainder of the original warranty period applicable thereto but all warranty periods will be extended by the period of time if any that the Phoenix 1200 is out of service while awaiting covered warranty service UPON THE EXPIRATION OF...

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