Sterling SDA 1000-5100 How to Use This Manual, Safety Symbols Used in this Manual

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Chapter 1: Safety

1-1 How to Use This Manual

Use this manual as a guide and reference for installing, operating, and maintaining the large dehumidifying dryer. The purpose is to assist you in applying efficient, proven techniques that enhance equipment productivity.

This manual covers only light corrective maintenance. No other maintenance should be undertaken without first contacting a service engineer.

The Functional Description section outlines models covered, standard features, and safety features. Additional sections within the manual provide instructions for installation, pre- operational procedures, operation, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance.

The Installation chapter includes required data for receiving, unpacking, inspecting, and setup of the large dehumidifying dryer. We can also provide the assistance of a factory-trained technician to help train your operator(s) for a nominal charge. This section includes instructions, checks, and adjustments that should be followed before commencing with operation of the dryer. These instructions are intended to supplement standard shop procedures performed at shift, daily, and weekly intervals.

The Operation chapter includes a description of electrical and mechanical controls, in addition to information for operating the dryer safely and efficiently.

The Maintenance chapter is intended to serve as a source of detailed assembly and disassembly instructions for those areas of the equipment requiring service. Preventive maintenance sections are included to ensure that the dehumidifying dryer provides excellent, long service.

The Troubleshooting chapter serves as a guide for identification of most common problems. Potential problems are listed, along with possible causes and related solutions.

The Appendix contains technical specifications, drawings, schematics, parts lists, and available options. A spare parts list with part numbers specific to your machine is provided with your shipping paperwork package. Refer to this section for a listing of spare parts for purchase. Have your serial number and model number ready when ordering.

Safety Symbols Used in this Manual

The following safety alert symbols are used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow these symbols to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER! DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING! WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Caution! CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.

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Contents SDA Large Dehumidifying Dryers With AP0 Controls If the Shipment is Not Complete Shipping InfoUnpacking and Inspection Event of Shipping DamageReturns Warranty ReturnsCredit Returns Table of Contents Operation Dryer Identification Serial Number Tag Technical Assistance How to Use This Manual SafetySafety Symbols Used in this Manual Wear Safety Glasses and Work Gloves Dryer Safety Tags DescriptionGeneral Responsibility ResponsibilityOperator Responsibility Maintenance Responsibility Reporting a Safety Defect Models Covered in This Manual Functional DescriptionGeneral Description Regeneration Cycle Process/Regeneration CycleSequence of Operation Controller Screen Descriptions Controller DescriptionMechanical Features Standard FeaturesElectrical Features Closed-Loop Regeneration OptionsProcess Aftercooler Process Air Dust Collector Recommended Temperature SettingsMaterial Overdrying Protection Electrical Options Mechanical OptionsFail Safe Operation Safety Devices and InterlocksSafety Circuit Standards Safety Device Lock-OutsPage Making Electrical Connections Mechanical InstallationUncrating the Equipment Rigging and Placing UnitChecking Blower Rotation Checking for Proper Blower RotationDryer/Drying Hopper Process Air Connections Making Dryer/Drying Hopper Process Air ConnectionsAftercooler Components & Flow Rates Connecting Aftercooler/Precooler Cooling Water OptionalDrying Hopper Air Trap Using the Drying Hopper Air TrapControls SwitchesIndicator Lights Process Air Temperature ControllerLights in the Operation Indicator Section when Lit when Control Output 1 is on. The Out1Lit when Control Output 2 is on. Not used Indicator Name DescriptionE5CN Operating Parameters Setting the Process Air TemperatureTuned prior to dryer startup Adjustment Level Indicator Name DescriptionON, OFF Entering Operating Parameters to Select ModesProcess Air Dew Point Display Setting the High Dew Point AlarmOptional Setting the Redundant Safety Controller Redundant Safety Controller DisplayWatlow Operating Parameters Manf. setting Pre-Startup Checks Auto-Tuning the DryerOperation Initial Start-upDryer Operation Procedures Page Material Miser OFF Press + to Enable Alarm Display Messages Shutting Down the Dryer Auto-Tuning the DryerMaintenance Schedule MaintenancePhotocopy 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 Symptoms of Worn Out Desiccant Corrective MaintenanceReplacing the Desiccant Replacing the Process Heater Electric Dryers Desiccant Tower AssemblyReplacing the Regeneration Heater Electric Dryers Process Heater Box AssemblyRegeneration Heater Box Assembly Basic Troubleshooting TroubleshootingIntroduction Large Dehumidifying Dryers Troubleshooting Alarm Descriptions AlarmsAlarm Alarm Description Alarm Effect Code Using a Thermocouple Determining Temperature Controller Errors or Sensor ErrorsUsing a Platinum Resistance Thermometer Appendix WarrantyAftercooler Design Specifications Technical SpecificationsAnnex B Information Drawings and Diagrams Optional dryer dust collector Spare Parts List Level 3 Mechanical Components Located on back of Dryer Dryer Identification Serial Number TagParts and Service Department Sales Department Service DepartmentTechnical Assistance Parts Department
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