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Radio Frequency Systems

BD1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide

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100518834 – Rev. B

6.3 Included Contents

(1) BD1500W Series Air Dryer

(1) Installation Guide (not shown)

Package located inside the dryer:

(1) 120 VAC Power Cord (for BD1500W & BD1500WLP models)

(1) 220 VAC Power Cord (for BD1502W & BD1502WLP models)

(1) Precision Bleed Orifice Fitting

(1) User’s Guide (not shown)

6.4 Required Tools and Materials

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9/16” wrench

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Cup of soapy water

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1-inch paint brush (recommended)

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Box cutter

Summary of Contents for BD1500W Series

Page 1: ...100518834 Rev B BD1500W Series Air Dryers User s Guide Models covered BD1500W BD1500WLP BD1502W BD1502WLP...

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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 specifi...

Page 4: ...Power Fail Alarm Terminals 42 8 9 Connecting via Web Browser 42 8 10 Using the Status Screen 43 8 11 Using the Configuration Screen 46 8 12 Using the Event Alarm Screen 49 8 13 Using the Firmware Scre...

Page 5: ...ssure Alarm 85 13 7 Low Outlet Pressure Alarm 86 13 8 Can t Create a Low Pressure Alarm 86 13 9 High Humidity 87 13 10 Can t Create a High Humidity Alarm Shutdown 88 13 11 High Flow Rate Alarm 88 13 1...

Page 6: ...d 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 property damage or personal injury W...

Page 7: ...S 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 lifecycle of your air...

Page 8: ...accurate readings of dryer variables removable access panel allowing easier access for adjustment and maintenance and ultra quiet Compressor with an industry leading maintenance interval of 8 000 hou...

Page 9: ...I 2 1 52 7 KPa 2 15 PSI 13 8 103 4 KPa 0 30 7 50 PSI 2 1 52 7 KPa Outlet Air Humidity Less than 2 RH Compressor Type Two cylinder 3 4 HP oil less type Drying Method Heatless Desiccant Operating Temper...

Page 10: ...from compressed air 6 Capacity Control Valve Regulates System Pressure and prevents air from bleeding back through the Heatless Dryer 7 Humidity Sensor Measures the Humidity of the compressed air 8 A...

Page 11: ...ecommended 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 some...

Page 12: ...tion 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 and 85 F 4 4 and 29 4 C optimal NOTE Higher temperatures will...

Page 13: ...Dryer 1 Installation Guide not shown Package located inside the dryer 1 120 VAC Power Cord for BD1500W BD1500WLP models 1 220 VAC Power Cord for BD1502W BD1502WLP models 1 Precision Bleed Orifice Fit...

Page 14: ...ping 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 Front Panel locking latches and remove the Fron...

Page 15: ...Guide Page 15 of 98 100518834 Rev B 6 5 4 Remove the ship loose contents package 6 5 5 Remove and discard the packing foam blocks from around the Compressor 6 5 6 Remove the Plug from the Outlet Port...

Page 16: ...the dryer on a leveled surface For rack install use Universal Rack Mounting Kit P011674 section 11 6 For wall install use Wall Mounting Kit P011773 section 11 6 6 5 9 Verify that the dryer is powered...

Page 17: ...running 6 5 13 1 Pull the Capacity Control Valve knob out 6 5 13 2 Turn the knob until the reading on the pressure gauge is 80 PSI 551 6 KPa for W WLP NOTE 90 PSI 620 5 KPa may be used on W WLP dryer...

Page 18: ...tion of dryer make reasonable attempts to install the dryer while minimizing system depressurization Complete depressurization may result in ambient moisture being introduced into the system which may...

Page 19: ...dryers with minimal FLOW Install the included Precision Bleed Orifice fitting to maintain a constant air flow 6 5 19 Power the dryer ON 6 5 20 Set the Static Pressure 6 5 20 1 Pull Static Pressure Re...

Page 20: ...e retaining nut LP Models 6 5 22 Check for air leaks NOTE This is a general procedure that can be applied to any fitting or hose that has air pressure in it DO NOT SOAP TEST THE HUMIDITY SENSOR FITTIN...

Page 21: ...ded to observe the air dryer for a minimum of 30 minutes 1 hour preferred and or through multiple run and dwell cycles to ensure there are no issues e g humidity flow compressor run time etc which may...

Page 22: ...requirements o Well ventilated o Free from abrasive dust or chemicals o Ambient temperature is between 40 and 85 F 4 4 and 29 4 C optimal Shipping foam blocks removed from Compressor System Pressure...

Page 23: ...ssary to activate the Limited Warranty on your product Once you register you are eligible to receive free technical support as well as updates concerning your RFS products Register Online at www Altec...

Page 24: ...creating 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...

Page 25: ...e current information screen on the display When pressed again it will allow the information screens to begin cycling again 8 2 4 Arrow Buttons Used to navigate screens and set values 8 2 5 Display Sc...

Page 26: ...egulator Flow Air flow out of the system CABINET Temperature of the dryer cabinet compartment 8 2 6 System Status Screen SYS STATUS ONLINE if dryer working normally SHUTDOWN during temperature or humi...

Page 27: ...ting information 8 3 3 High Flow Rate Alarm Occurs when the Flow Rate FLOW rises above the alarm set point for more than one 1 minute Default setting is 500 SCFD 14 2 SCMD 8 3 4 High Humidity Alarm Oc...

Page 28: ...verheating Once the temperature lowers to 112 F 44 4 C the Compressor will re start See section 13 12 for troubleshooting information 8 3 6 High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm Occurs when the compress...

Page 29: ...14 2 for Limits Defaults and Formats Press the Up Arrow Button to access the Set Point Adjust screens Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to navigate through the available Set Point Adjust screens To cha...

Page 30: ...8 4 2 1 Press the Right Arrow Button to access the Change Value Screen 8 4 2 2 Press the Right Left Arrow Buttons to move the underscore beneath the digit to change 8 4 2 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Bu...

Page 31: ...access the Change Value Screen 8 4 3 2 Press the Right Left Arrow Buttons to move the underscore beneath the digit to change 8 4 3 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to change the value of the selected...

Page 32: ...8 4 4 2 Press the Right Left Arrow Buttons to move the underscore beneath the digit to change 8 4 4 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to change the value of the selected digit 8 4 4 4 Press the Right...

Page 33: ...alue Screen 8 4 5 2 Press the Right Left Arrow Buttons to move the underscore beneath the digit to change 8 4 5 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to change the value of the selected digit 8 4 5 4 Pres...

Page 34: ...naling is it time for maintenance 8 4 6 1 Press the Right Arrow Button to access the Change Value Screen 8 4 6 2 Press the Right Left Arrow Buttons to move the underscore beneath the digits to change...

Page 35: ...its while units that begin with W will display Imperial Units 8 4 7 4 Using the Right arrow select your model with your desired units To confirm your model selection press the Up Arrow 8 4 8 Reset to...

Page 36: ...artup Delay Set Point default setting is 0 sec The Startup Delay keeps the Compressor from turning on immediately when the dryer is powered on for up to 10 seconds This allows multiple dryers to power...

Page 37: ...eturning to the cycling information screens It also masks air dryer alarms while in use This screen can be used during air dryer troubleshooting In the Setup Menu 8 4 12 Press the and hold the Left Ar...

Page 38: ...or No 8 4 13 6 Press the Up Arrow to confirm the selected choice This will lock in the new setting 8 4 14 Set Subnet Mask default is 255 255 255 000 8 4 14 1 Press the Right Arrow Button to access the...

Page 39: ...w Button to access the edit screen 8 4 15 2 Press the Left Right Arrow Buttons to Select the digit to change 8 4 15 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Change the value of the selected digit 8 4 15 4...

Page 40: ...he digit to change 8 4 16 3 Press the Up Down Arrow Buttons to Change the value of the selected digit 8 4 16 4 When desired value is displayed press the Right Arrow Button until the confirmation scree...

Page 41: ...lve until all the air pressure is released 8 6 3 To prevent pressure from building back up power the dryer OFF 8 6 4 Close Front Panel 8 7 Connecting to Common Alarm Terminals 8 7 1 Locate the externa...

Page 42: ...teway Address for the network An IP cable is connecting the Air Dryer to the network Use a computer that is on the same network as the air Dryer Use Internet Explorer 6 0 or newer or Mozilla Firefox W...

Page 43: ...0W Series Air Dryer Provides remote ALARM RESET Setup Screen All configurations of Set Points Setups and Keyword can be made in this screen Event Alarm Screen Displays all events such as alarms change...

Page 44: ...rms are displayed in RED next to the parameter in alarm Alarm Status will display Alarm if any alarms are present Keyword validation is required for ALARM RESET and RESET TOTAL RUN TIME 8 10 1 Resetti...

Page 45: ...B 8 10 1 3 Click on SUBMIT Button when done 8 10 2 Resetting Compressor Total Run Time 8 10 2 1 Click on the RESET TOTAL RUN TIME Button to remotely reset Compressor Total Run Time displayed on Status...

Page 46: ...Setups and Keyword 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...

Page 47: ...4 Rev B 8 11 1 Changing a Set Point or Setup value 8 11 1 1 Click on the value to change 8 11 1 2 Type in the new value 8 11 1 3 Click the ACCEPT Button when done 8 11 1 4 Enter Keyword default is 123...

Page 48: ...8834 Rev B 8 11 2 Changing the Keyword 8 11 2 1 Click on CHANGE KEYWORD Button to change the keyword 8 11 2 2 Type the Old Keyword 8 11 2 3 Type the New Keyword 8 11 2 4 Type the Confirm New Keyword 8...

Page 49: ...ies Air Dryers User s Guide Page 49 of 98 100518834 Rev B 8 12 Using the Event Alarm Screen Displays all events such as alarms changes made and alarm resets registered by the BD1500W Series Air Dryers...

Page 50: ...rsion and date of the BD1500W Series Air Dryers Current Version Displays the current firmware version of the BD1500W Air Dryer New Version File Displays the new location and new firmware version chose...

Page 51: ...ing the Firmware 8 13 1 1 Click on BROWSE Button to locate the firmware file 8 13 1 2 Navigate and select the correct bin file Press the OK Button 8 13 1 3 Click the ACCEPT Button 8 13 1 4 Enter Keywo...

Page 52: ...n your network This software requires a SNMP Definition Configuration File MIB file in order to properly communicate with the Air Dryer The files for the BD1500W Series Air Dryers can be downloaded fr...

Page 53: ...creating 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 int...

Page 54: ...ng amps With the Compressor running the running amps should measure 6 3 amps or below for the BD1500W BD1500WLP models 3 2 or below for the BD1502W BD1502WLP models If the Compressor measures over run...

Page 55: ...on Control Board over wire 6 9 3 6 Power the air dryer ON 9 3 7 Use a Voltmeter to measure the voltage 9 3 7 1 Place the probes over terminals for wire 5 and wire 6 The voltage should measure 110 125...

Page 56: ...at they touch the metal contacts for BLACK BROWN wire and WHITE BLUE wire The voltage should measure 110 125 VAC for the BD1500W BD1500WLP models 208 230 VAC for the BD1502W BD1502WLP models If the in...

Page 57: ...s at Solid State Relay 9 5 1 Open Front Panel section 8 5 9 5 2 Locate the Solid State Relay inside the dryer at the top of back wall With Compressor running 9 5 3 Use a Voltmeter to measure across th...

Page 58: ...BD1502W BD1502WLP models 9 5 6 Use a Voltmeter to measure across the DC terminals Should measure 0 VDC 9 5 7 Close Front Panel If any of the AC voltage measurements are different than indicated above...

Page 59: ...Panel section 8 5 9 6 2 Place a piece of insulating material over the Compressor for this test i e piece of cardboard 9 6 3 Locate the heatless dryer purge solenoids inside the air dryer WARNING Inte...

Page 60: ...feel 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 6 5 Remove insulating material from top of the Co...

Page 61: ...he Unloader Valve 9 7 4 Place your hand under the Unloader Valve to verify for air flow The Unloader Valve should purge all the head pressure when the Compressor turns off and for approximately 2 seco...

Page 62: ...ncoming power VALVE Right solenoid 9 8 3 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 measured The v...

Page 63: ...the Wiring Diagram section 14 1 Replace defective fan see sections 11 1 for part detail and 11 7 for ordering information Replace defective Control Board if fan does not respond properly to temperatur...

Page 64: ...ify the Compressor shuts down when the tank pressure TANK reaches 90 0 PSI 620 5 KPa If the tank pressure TANK fails to reach 90 PSI 620 5 KPa see section 13 15 for troubleshooting information With Co...

Page 65: ...screens 9 12 1 Open Front Panel section 8 5 9 12 2 Start timing when the Compressor turns on 9 12 3 Pull the ring handle on the Safety Relief Valve when necessary to keep the Tank Pressure TANK from r...

Page 66: ...of 98 100518834 Rev B 9 13 Testing Humidity Alarm and System Shutdown 9 13 1 Power the air dryer OFF 9 13 2 Open Front Panel section 8 5 9 13 3 Depressurize the air dryer 9 13 4 Unscrew and remove the...

Page 67: ...three 3 minutes verify that a Humidity Alarm appears and the dryer goes into SHUTDOWN mode 9 13 7 Replace the Humidity Sensor into the Humidity Block 9 13 8 Press the RESET Button to clear the Humidi...

Page 68: ...let Pressure Regulator knob out or loosen the retaining nut LP Models 9 14 4 Turn knob clockwise until Outlet Pressure OUTP reading climbs over 12 0 PSI 82 7 KPa for BD1500W BD1502W models 7 50 PSI 51...

Page 69: ...for troubleshooting information 9 15 Testing Low Outlet Pressure Alarm 9 15 1 Make a note of the current Outlet Pressure OUTP reading 9 15 2 Open Front Panel section 8 5 9 15 3 Pull the Outlet Pressur...

Page 70: ...ob clockwise until Outlet Pressure OUTP reading rises to the reading recorded in step 9 15 1 9 15 6 Push knob in to lock or tighten the retaining nut LP Models 9 15 7 Press the RESET Button 9 15 8 Clo...

Page 71: ...E SENSOR MAY OCCUR With Compressor NOT running 9 16 1 Listen for any hissing sounds which may indicate a fitting or hose air leak With Compressor running 9 16 2 Use a 1 inch paint brush to dab soapy w...

Page 72: ...eets and record 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 infor...

Page 73: ...al surfaces may be hot Use care when coming into contact with internal components as there is a potential for some of these components to become hot when in operation or standby IMPORTANT Performing r...

Page 74: ...ANT Performing procedures not described in this User s Guide or installing components not supplied by RFS is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY IMPORTANT After performing any maintenance always...

Page 75: ...8 230 VAC for BD1502W BD1502WLP models 9 4 Set System Pressure 80 PSI 551 6 KPa for BD1500W BD1500WLP BD1502W BD1502WLP models 6 5 13 Set Static Pressure 17 PSI 117 2 KPa for BD1500W BD1500WLP BD1502W...

Page 76: ...000 Hour Maintenance Kit 11 6 Read Record Flow Rate FLOW 8 2 Measure Record Compressor Amp Draw 9 2 Set System Pressure 80 PSI 551 6 KPa for BD1500W BD1500WLP BD1502W BD1502WLP models 6 5 13 Set Stat...

Page 77: ...t Number Quantity Recommend Spare Precision Bleed Orifice Fitting P013349 1 Power Switch M038428 1 Fan P40801 1 Static Pressure Regulator W WLP P010279 1 Air Tank 1 Solid State Relay P05992 1 1 Static...

Page 78: ...0279 P012316 1 Flow Block 1 Unloader Valve BD1500W Series 110 VAC BD1502W Series 220 VAC P011022 P010453 1 Safety Relief Valve P011777 1 Control Board Section 11 3 W Type A WLP Type A All Models Type...

Page 79: ...D1500W Series Air Dryers User s Guide Page 79 of 98 100518834 Rev B 11 3 Dryer Parts Cont Circuit Board Selection Circuit Board Comparison to determine correct Replacement Part 11 4 Dryer Parts Cont H...

Page 80: ...mbly Parts Description Part Number Quantity Recommend Spare Heatless Dryer BD1500W Series 110 VAC BD1502W Series 220 VAC PHF2C106023 PHF2C20623 1 Desiccant Chamber P2004036 2 Cycle Timer BD1500W Serie...

Page 81: ...or 23 racks P011674 Wall Mounting Kit Includes mounting brackets and hardware P011773 Cycle Kit Allows multiple dryers to be cycled P08033W Cycle Kit Interface Kit PVDW34 11 7 Ordering Parts from RFS...

Page 82: ...build 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...

Page 83: ...Each section 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 ea...

Page 84: ...sting 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 a...

Page 85: ...Pressure 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 O...

Page 86: ...n 9 16 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 Regul...

Page 87: ...r to run within acceptable levels Raise High Humidity Alarm set point Over 10 not recommended Defective Humidity Sensor Perform the Testing Humidity Alarm and System Shutdown test section 9 13 Trouble...

Page 88: ...5 for more than 1 minute Replace Control Board if no alarm is created and system does not shut down section 11 2 13 11 High Flow Rate Alarm Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Air leak in downstrea...

Page 89: ...state Press the RESET Button Defective Compressor Measure Compressor voltage section 9 3 If voltage is good replace Compressor section 11 2 or send it in for repair section 12 No power to Compressor...

Page 90: ...oses from Compressor to Unloader Valve looking for restrictions or kinks Compressor failing Remove Discharge Hose from Compressor hose to the heatless dryer Re measure Compressor AMP Draw section 9 2...

Page 91: ...arm Possible Cause Check Corrective Action High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm Set Point higher that the default of 3 00 minutes Verify High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm Set Point Allow the Compress...

Page 92: ...you have exhausted all of 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 Techni...

Page 93: ...Radio Frequency Systems BD1500W Series Air Dryers User s Guide Page 93 of 98 100518834 Rev B 14 Appendix 14 1 Wiring Diagram...

Page 94: ...1 PSI KPa 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 48 9 Deg F Deg C YES Compressor Total Run Time Alarm 8000 Hours...

Page 95: ...Total Run 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...

Page 96: ...it will be borne by 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 T...

Page 97: ...LC 226A Commerce Street Broomfield Colorado 80020 parts AltecAIR com 800 521 5351 Fax 303 657 2205 16 3 Technical Support Radio Frequency Systems ApplicationsEngineering rfsworld com 800 659 1880 Fax...

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