Start-up
ACT VS 800 - 2500
21 – EN
8.2 First
start-up
The method below should be applied during the first start-up, after longer downtimes or subsequent to
maintenance works.The start-up must be carried out by certified skilled personnel.
Sequence of operations (refer to section 10.1 Control Panel).
Ensure that all the steps of the “Installation” chapter have been observed.
Ensure that the connection to the compressed air system is correct and that the piping is suitably fixed and supported.
Ensure that the condensate drain pipe is properly fastened and connected to a collection system or container.
Ensure that the by-pass system (if installed) is closed and the dryer is isolated.
Ensure that the manual valve of the condensate drain circuit is open.
Remove any packaging and other material which could obstruct the area around the dryer.
Activate the mains switch.
Turn on the main switch - pos. 1 on the control panel.
Wait about 45 seconds the initialization of the electronic controller DMC55.
Select the desired language and the current date and time.
Wait at least two hours before starting the dryer (compressor crankcase heater must heat the oil of the compressor).
Keep pressed the button
at least 3 seconds, the dryer starts and the display shows
.
If the temperature shown on the display is sufficiently high, verify that the refrigerating compressor starts within a few
minutes.
NOTE!
– With low temperatures, the refrigerating compressor will remain OFF.
Ensure the cooling water flow and temperature is adequate (Water-Cooled).
Ensure the effective operation of the fan, watching its speed percentage on the display (Air-Cooled).
Allow the dryer temperature to stabilise at the pre-set value.
Slowly open the air inlet valve.
Slowly open the air outlet valve.
Slowly close the central by-pass valve of the system (if installed).
Check the piping for air leakage.
Ensure the drain is regularly cycling - wait for its first interventions.
