Sterling SDA AP-1 Standard Features, Auto Start Timer, Mechanical Features, Electrical Features

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Once the main air valve and closed loop regeneration valve are in place, the process air blower starts. The system monitors the process air blower’s overload, starter auxiliary contact feedback and air pressure. Loss of any of these items when the process air blower is running will cause the process air blower and the drying hopper’s process heaters to shut down.

The process air heaters (or gas burners, on gas-fired dryers) will turn on after a delay to allow the process air blower to accelerate the operating speed.

During normal operation, one set of desiccant beds is connected to the process air circuit while the other set is being regenerated. When the offline beds are done regenerating, they will be switched into the process air circuit and the other beds will be regenerated. The default bed switch setting is based on time. If the Dewpoint Switch option is enabled, the beds will switch when the process air dewpoint reaches the dewpoint switch point. The dewpoint option will automatically disable itself and an alarm will be generated if the dewpoint sensor or related electronics fail.

2-3 Standard Features

Auto Start Timer

The autostart timer is used to automatically start and stop the dryer at the time you specify. It can be programmed for one start and/or stop event per day for a week. When the Auto Start Timer is enabled, the dryer will automatically start and stop at pre-programmed times. If the dryer is stopped due to the Auto Start Timer, the DRYER STATUS message will indicate that the Auto Start timer is active.

Mechanical Features

;180ºF – 250ºF Drying temperature range

;High regeneration temperature control safeties

;13X desiccant (molecular sieve)

;Easy to access process, regeneration, and combustion air filters.

;High pressure centrifugal blower

;Dew point +15º F to –40º F

Electrical Features

;Electrically-actuated air valve

;NFPA79, UL & CUL machinery electrical standards (Electric Dryers) includes:

NEMA 12 controls, components & enclosure

Non-fused electrical disconnect

Solid state relays for heater control

Branch fusing

Lockable power disconnects

Regeneration temperature control

“Process high temp” indication light and audible alarm

7 day timer

Large Dehumidifying Dryers

Functional Description

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Contents SDA Large AP-1 Control Dehumidifying Dryer Event of Shipping Damage Shipping InfoUnpacking and Inspection If the Shipment is Not CompleteReturns Table of Contents Operation Troubleshooting Safety Symbols Used in this Manual SafetyHow to Use This Manual Dryer Safety Tags Description Operator Responsibility ResponsibilityGeneral Responsibility Maintenance Responsibility Reporting a Safety Defect General Description Functional DescriptionModels Covered in This Manual Process/Regeneration Cycle Sequence of OperationMechanical Features Standard FeaturesAuto Start Timer Electrical FeaturesClosed-Loop Regeneration OptionsDewpoint Extend Drawings and Diagrams Optional dryer dust collector Process Air Dust Collector Aftercooler Design SpecificationsProcess Aftercooler Process Air Dust Collector Recommended Temperature Settings Material Overdrying ProtectionController Options Mechanical OptionsElectrical Options Safety Device Lock-Outs Safety Devices and InterlocksSafety Circuit Standards Fail Safe OperationPage Dimensions and Specifications Denotes availability Mechanical Options Denotes availabilityDenotes availability Rigging and Placing Unit Mechanical InstallationUncrating the Equipment Making Electrical ConnectionsMaking Gas Line Connections Gas-Fired Models Only DescriptionChecking for Proper Blower Rotation Checking Blower RotationMaking Dryer/Drying Hopper Process Air Connections Dryer/Drying Hopper Process Air ConnectionsProcess Air Heater on Drying Hopper Large Dehumidifying Dryers Mechanical Installation Connecting Aftercooler/Precooler Cooling Water Optional Aftercooler Components & Flow RatesUsing the Drying Hopper Air Trap Drying Hopper Air TrapControls Controller DescriptionProcess Air Temperature and Conveying Process Controller Dryer Status Screen Startup ScreenMain Menu Screen Dryer Alarms Help System LOG OFFIdentifying Controller Screens Setting Values Auto Start Main Menu Dryer Status Dryer Setup Over DRY Protect Alarms Auto TuneDryer Menu Dryer Setup Screen 4 Dryer Setup Screen 2Dryer Setup Screen 3 Overdry Protection Screen 2 Overdry ProtectionOverdry Protection Screen 1 Process AutoTune Screen Alarm History ScreenAutotune Autostart Timer Screen DEW Point SetupDew Point Setup Screen Auto StartHelp Menu Screen System Setup SET Clock Hour Meters Alarm History StatusHelp Menu System MenuLOW Level Detection Setup System Backup Service Menu Main Menu System SetupSystem Setup Screen Clock Menu Screen Autostart Clock ScreenInput Status Screen Hour Meter ScreenInput Status Output StatusService Menu Screen System Backup ScreenService Alarm Screens Redundant Safety Controller Display Alarm Screen ExampleSetting the Redundant Safety Controller Always put your set point to 30F above set pointLarge Dehumidifying Dryers Controls Operation Start-upUsing the Dryer Status Screen Alarms Alarm DescriptionsShutdown Photocopy this page for your maintenance records MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Preventative Maintenance Cleaning or Replacing the Process Air FiltersCleaning or Replacing the Regeneration Filter Calibrating the Dirty Filter AlarmChecking the Dewpoint Control System Replacing the Desiccant Corrective MaintenanceSymptoms of Worn Out Desiccant Desiccant Tower Assembly Replacing the Process Heater Electric DryersProcess Heater Box Assembly Replacing the Regeneration Heater Electric DryersRegeneration Heater Box Assembly Introduction TroubleshootingBasic Troubleshooting Large Dehumidifying Dryers Troubleshooting Using a Platinum Resistance Thermometer Determining Temperature Controller Errors or Sensor ErrorsUsing a Thermocouple Returned Material Policy Warranty ReturnsAppendix Credit ReturnsTechnical Specifications Annex B InformationSpare Parts List Level 3 Mechanical Components Dryer Identification Serial Number Tag Located on back of DryerParts Department Service DepartmentTechnical Assistance Sales Department