Sterling SDA AP-1 specifications Regeneration Heater Box Assembly

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1.Access the desiccant canisters by removing the panels on the dryer.

2.Remove the Regeneration Heater Cover.

3.Unscrew the six (6) screws on the Heater Element Mounting Plate.

4.Slide out the heater assembly, taking care to not damage the gaskets.

5.Unscrew the heater loops that need to be replaced.

6.Re-install the new heaters. Securely tighten all fasteners.

Caution! The heater loops should not touch each other. This will create "hot spots" and lead to premature heater failure.

7.Insert the heater assembly back into the desiccant canister.

8.Fasten the six (6) screws on the Heater Element Mounting Plate.

9.Re-secure the Regeneration Heater Cover.

10.Re-install the dryer panels.

Figure 17: Regeneration Heater Box Assembly

Regeneration

Heater Cover.

Heater Element

Mounting Plate.

Viewing Glass, for

checking the status of the desiccant inside.

High

Temperature

Gaskets.

Stainless Steel

Hollow Core

Desiccant Tank

High

Temperature

Gaskets.

Regeneration

Heaters

Access cover can be removed in order to replace desiccant.

Desiccant Tank

Mounting

Platform

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Maintenance

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Contents SDA Large AP-1 Control Dehumidifying Dryer If the Shipment is Not Complete Shipping InfoUnpacking and Inspection Event of Shipping DamageReturns Table of Contents Operation Troubleshooting Safety How to Use This ManualSafety Symbols Used in this Manual Dryer Safety Tags Description Responsibility General ResponsibilityOperator Responsibility Maintenance Responsibility Reporting a Safety Defect Functional Description Models Covered in This ManualGeneral Description Sequence of Operation Process/Regeneration CycleElectrical Features Standard FeaturesAuto Start Timer Mechanical FeaturesOptions Dewpoint ExtendClosed-Loop Regeneration Drawings and Diagrams Optional dryer dust collector Aftercooler Design Specifications Process AftercoolerProcess Air Dust Collector Process Air Dust Collector Material Overdrying Protection Recommended Temperature SettingsMechanical Options Electrical OptionsController Options Fail Safe Operation Safety Devices and InterlocksSafety Circuit Standards Safety Device Lock-OutsPage Mechanical Options Denotes availability Dimensions and Specifications Denotes availabilityDenotes availability Making Electrical Connections Mechanical InstallationUncrating the Equipment Rigging and Placing UnitDescription Making Gas Line Connections Gas-Fired Models OnlyChecking Blower Rotation Checking for Proper Blower RotationDryer/Drying Hopper Process Air Connections Making Dryer/Drying Hopper Process Air ConnectionsProcess Air Heater on Drying Hopper Large Dehumidifying Dryers Mechanical Installation Aftercooler Components & Flow Rates Connecting Aftercooler/Precooler Cooling Water OptionalDrying Hopper Air Trap Using the Drying Hopper Air TrapController Description ControlsDryer Status Screen Startup Screen Process Air Temperature and Conveying Process ControllerDryer Alarms Help System LOG OFF Identifying Controller ScreensMain Menu Screen Setting Values Dryer Status Dryer Setup Over DRY Protect Alarms Auto Tune Dryer MenuAuto Start Main Menu Dryer Setup Screen 2 Dryer Setup Screen 3Dryer Setup Screen 4 Overdry Protection Overdry Protection Screen 1Overdry Protection Screen 2 Alarm History Screen AutotuneProcess AutoTune Screen Auto Start DEW Point SetupDew Point Setup Screen Autostart Timer ScreenSystem Menu System Setup SET Clock Hour Meters Alarm History StatusHelp Menu Help Menu ScreenSystem Backup Service Menu Main Menu System Setup System Setup ScreenLOW Level Detection Setup Autostart Clock Screen Clock Menu ScreenOutput Status Hour Meter ScreenInput Status Input Status ScreenSystem Backup Screen ServiceService Menu Screen Alarm Screens Alarm Screen Example Redundant Safety Controller DisplayAlways put your set point to 30F above set point Setting the Redundant Safety ControllerLarge Dehumidifying Dryers Controls Start-up OperationUsing the Dryer Status Screen Alarm Descriptions AlarmsShutdown Maintenance Maintenance SchedulePhotocopy this page for your maintenance records Cleaning or Replacing the Process Air Filters Preventative MaintenanceCalibrating the Dirty Filter Alarm Cleaning or Replacing the Regeneration FilterChecking the Dewpoint Control System Corrective Maintenance Symptoms of Worn Out DesiccantReplacing the Desiccant Replacing the Process Heater Electric Dryers Desiccant Tower AssemblyReplacing the Regeneration Heater Electric Dryers Process Heater Box AssemblyRegeneration Heater Box Assembly Troubleshooting Basic TroubleshootingIntroduction Large Dehumidifying Dryers Troubleshooting Determining Temperature Controller Errors or Sensor Errors Using a ThermocoupleUsing a Platinum Resistance Thermometer Credit Returns Warranty ReturnsAppendix Returned Material PolicyAnnex B Information Technical SpecificationsSpare Parts List Level 3 Mechanical Components Located on back of Dryer Dryer Identification Serial Number TagSales Department Service DepartmentTechnical Assistance Parts Department