Description
Wilkerson Manual Dryers are intended to remove water vapor from the
compressed air system. Atmospheric dew points as low as -100°F (-
73°C) are achievable when operated within rated unit specifications.
General Safety Information
•
Release all air pressure from intended airline before installation.
• Install unit in air line before opening desiccant container. After unit
installation, add desiccant following steps in desiccant replacement
instructions on page 2.
• Always make sure bowl, bowl guard, and clamp ring are in place
and the clamp ring is securely locked before pressurization.
• DO NOT exceed the pressure and temperature ratings as shown in
the specifications.
• Follow all local, state and
federal EPA, OSHA, and
similar codes regarding
disposal of old desiccant.
Installation
1.
Refer to WARNING
(on page 6).
2. Install as close as possible to the point where the air is being used.
3. Install unit with the airflow going in the direction of the arrow. For the
X04, install with airflow entering at the bottom center port of the 4-way
valve and exiting at the center port of the shuttle valve.
4. Install unit on air line before opening desiccant container. After
installation, add desiccant. Shake and tap bowl while filling to settle
desiccant. Fill Model X25 and X03/X04 to 1/8" below inner shoulder
of bowl. Fill Model X06 bowl to within 1/2" of top.
5. Replace bowl and bowl guard, or metal bowl, and clamp ring onto
the unit. Be sure clamp ring is securely locked in place before
pressurizing unit.
6. Most manual desiccant dryer users will achieve optimal results when
installing the dryer as close to the equipment or process being protected
as possible in the compressed air system. Most users, especially those
with high quality air requirements, should protect their system and the
manual dryer with one or more of the following types of components:
Please see page 4 for exact model recommendations.
• Liquid Separator:
Should be used prior to the manual desiccant
dryer in any system where large slugs of liquid water are anticipated.
The manual desiccant dryer silica gel or mole sieve can be destroyed
by large amounts of liquid moisture. Most systems which have an
aftercooler and separator, and/or a refrigerated air dryer, will not
require a liquid separator. An alternative is to use a particulate filter/
separator, described below.
• Particulate Filter/Separator:
Should be used prior to the manual
desiccant dryer in any system where significant amounts of dirt,
pipe scale, etc, and/or liquid water, is present, in order to prevent
clogging the manual dryer or harming the desiccant. A particulate
filter/separator should be used prior to a coalescing filter to extend
the life of the coalescing element.
Specifications
X06
X03 Plastic Bowl
X03 Metal Bowl
X04
X25 Metal Bowl
Maximum Pressure
150 psig (10.3 bar)
150 psig (10.3 bar)
150 psig (10.3 bar)
150 psig (10.3 bar)
150 psig (10.3 bar)
Maximum Temperature
125°F (52°C)
125°F (52°C)
150°F (66°C)
125°F (52°C)
150°F (66°C)
Atmospheric Dewpoint*
000 Model: Silica Gel
U00 Model: 4A Molecular
Sieve
000 Model:
-45°F (-43°C)
U00 Model:
-100°F (-73°C)
000 Model:
-45°F (-43°C)
U00 Model:
-100°F (-73°C)
M00 Model:
-45°F (-43°C)
MU0 Model:
-100°F (-73°C)
000 Model:
-45°F (-43°C)
U00 Model:
-100°F (-73°C)
000 Model:
-45°F (-43°C)
U00 Model:
-100°F (-73°C)
Maximum Continuous Airflow*
5 scfm (2.3 dm
3
/s)
10 scfm (4,7 dm
3
/s)
10 scfm (4.7 dm
3
/s)
10 scfm (4.7 dm
3
/s)
25 scfm (11.8 dm
3
/s)
Total Airflow*
600 scf (283 dm
3
)
4400 scf (2076 dm
3
)
4400 scf (2076 dm
3
)
4400x2 scf (2076x2 dm
3
) 11,000 scf (5191 dm
3
)
Total Min. of Operation @
Max Continuous Airflow
120 min.
440 min.
440 min.
880 min.
440 min.
Unit Weight With Desiccant
1.13 lbs. (0.51 kg)
7.4 lbs. (3.4 kg)
6.8 lbs. (3.1 kg)
15.0 lbs. (6.8 kg)
11.2 lbs. (5.1 kg)
# of Desiccant Bags/Charge
1 Bag **
2 Bags ***
2 Bags***
4 Bags***
5 Bags***
Pipe Connections
1/4" NPT (BSPP)
1/4", 1/2" NPT (BSPP) 1/4", 1/2" NPT (BSPP)
1/4", 1/2" NPT (BSPP)
1/2" NPT (BSPP)
*With Dry Desiccant at 100 psig (7 bar) and 70°F (21°C)
** Each bag weighs .25 lbs. (.11kg)
*** Each bag weighs .88 lbs. (.40kg)
Installation & Service Instructions
83-050-000
Manual Desiccant Dryer Models
X06, X03, X04, and X25 with
Variations and Accessories
ISSUED: April, 2013
Supersedes: April, 2007
Doc. #83050000, EN #130200, Rev. 4
!
WARNING
To avoid unpredictable system behavior that can cause personal injury
and property damage:
• Disconnect electrical supply (when necessary) before installation,
servicing, or conversion.
• Disconnect air supply and depressurize all air lines connected to this
product before installation, servicing, or conversion.
• Operate within the manufacturer’s specified pressure, temperature,
and other conditions listed in these instructions.
• Medium must be moisture-free if ambient temperature is below
freezing.
• Service according to procedures listed in these instructions.
• Installation, service, and conversion of these products must be
performed by knowledgeable personnel who understand how
pneumatic products are to be applied.
• After installation, servicing, or conversion, air and electrical supplies
(when necessary) should be connected and the product tested for
proper function and leakage. If audible leakage is present, or the
product does not operate properly, do not put into use.
• Warnings and specifications on the product should not be covered by
paint, etc. If masking is not possible, contact your local representative
for replacement labels.
Safety Guide
For more complete information on recommended application guidelines, see the
Safety Guide section of Pneumatic Division catalogs or you can download the
Pneumatic Division Safety Guide
at: www.wilkersoncorp.com
Richland, MI 49083
Tel: (269) 629-5000
Model X03
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