AIR DRYER SUPPLIER, INC.
AIR DRYER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model CATR
Reference ADS-316
Rev 0
Page 5 of 40
03/22/2019
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
1.2.2
Safety Tips for Maintenance, Inspection and Assembly Work
Attention / Warning!
As with any piece of industrial machinery, common sense and safety
precautions should be observed. Please adhere to the following:
1.2.2.1
Portions of the dryer and related piping will reach temperatures which could cause
serious burns, if not insulated or shielded. Personnel working on or near the dryer
should be cautioned to this particular danger.
If the equipment is installed in a high traffic area, protective barriers may be required
to prevent possible damage of equipment and to prevent contact with hot surfaces.
1.2.2.2
Unplug the dryer before attempting to work or perform maintenance on the dryer.
1.2.2.3
Do not attempt to remove any dryer parts while the dryer is pressurized. First, isolate
the dryer (if bypass valving has been installed) or shut off the compressor. Then,
slowly depressurize the dryer through the afterfilter bleed.
1.2.2.4
Do not allow tools or other obstructions to interfere with the shaft of the switching
valves. Keep all body parts away from the switching valve shafts while the dryer is
operating. The actuation is sudden and can cause bodily injury.
1.2.2.5
Caution!
All pipes and wire connections must be tightened!
Furthermore, before start-up:
The pipes must be checked for the presence of scale, abraded material from the
threading, or other similar impurities.
All shut off valves on the pre-filter, adsorption dryer, after-filter and on the bypass
line should be closed.
Unless proper heat tracing is provided, the ambient temperature must not be less
than 33°F (1°C).
Breakdowns resulting from faulty installation do not fall under warranty obligation.
