Sterling SDAA 25-100 Controller Description and Operation, Switches, Indicator Lights

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4-2 Controller Description and Operation

Identifying Control Panel Indicator Lights and Switches for the Standard Controller

Switches

System OFF/ON/START Switch. This switch energizes or de-energizes control power to the indicator panel and starts the dryer. (The controller can be energized without the dryer running.)

Optional Alarm Silence Switch. Press this switch to silence the horn when a high temperature process/regeneration or blower failure alarm activates.

Indicator Lights

Alarm Light. This feature works in conjunction with the alarm horn to warn the operator of a high bed safety temperature, a regeneration heater fault, or a blower failure. This warning is reset by pressing the alarm silence button.

Figure 4: Typical Dryer Control Panel

Dehumidifying Dryers

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Contents Sdaa 25-100 15-60 cfm Dehumidifying Dryers Shipping Information Table of Contents Maintenance Service Department Sales Department Contract Department Safety Symbols Used in this Manual SafetyHow to Use This Manual Wear Safety Glasses and Work Gloves Responsibility General ResponsibilityOperator Responsibility RememberMaintenance Responsibility Reporting a Safety DefectDehumidifying Dryers Safety General Description Functional DescriptionModels Covered in This Manual Mechanical Features Standard FeaturesWhat is desiccant? Electrical FeaturesOptions Safety Devices and InterlocksController Features Fail Safe Operation Safety Circuit StandardsSafety Device Lock-Outs Rigging and Placing the Dryer InstallationUncrating the Equipment Machine-Mount Dryer Dimensions Floor-Mount Dryer Dimensions Suggested Lift Rigging for Cart Mounted Dryers Recommended Dryer Lifting HardwareElectrical Connections Suggested Lift Rigging for Machine Mounted DryersChecking for Proper Blower Rotation Setup ProceduresThree-Phase Models Making Dryer/Drying Hopper Process Air ConnectionsOptional Aftercooler Installing Water Lines Hose and Hose ClampDrying Hopper Air Trap Considerations Pre-Startup Checks Auto-Tuning the DryerInitial Start-up Starting Up the DryerShutting Down the Dryer Operation Start-upController Description and Operation SwitchesIndicator Lights Lit when Control Output 2 is on. Not used Process Air Temperature ControllerLit when Control Output 1 is on. The Out1 Identifying Temperature Controller Keys Indicator Name DescriptionLights in the Operation Indicator Section when Setting the Process Air TemperatureE5CN Operating Parameters Adjustment Level Indicator Name Description Tuned prior to dryer startupEntering Operating Parameters to Select Modes ON, OFFOptional Setting the High Dew Point AlarmProcess Air Dew Point Display Watlow Operating Parameters Redundant Safety Controller DisplaySetting the Redundant Safety Controller Mode Parameter Setting range Default Manf. setting Dryer Operation Procedures Model Heating Cooling 15 cfm 30 cfm 60 cfm Page Controller Operation With Optional Alarm Horn & Reset Button Page Alarm Display Messages Auto-Tuning the Dryer Shutting Down the DryerPhotocopy this page for your maintenance records MaintenancePreventative Maintenance Schedule Servicing Process Air Filters Preventative MaintenanceRecommendations for Cleaning and Replacing Filters VacuumingCleaning with Compressed Air Servicing the Dew Point MonitorCorrective Maintenance Symptoms of Worn DesiccantFirst AID Replacing Worn DesiccantConsult local disposal regulations for more information Procedures Replacing the Process HeaterIntroduction TroubleshootingProblem Possible cause Corrective action Problem Possible cause Corrective action Check resin manufacturer’s data Using a Platinum Resistance Thermometer Determining Temperature Controller Errors or Sensor ErrorsUsing a Thermocouple Warranty Restrictions WarrantyWarranty Specifications AppendixCustomer Responsibilities Warranty LiabilitiesOptional Components Technical Specifications Annex B InformationDrawings and Diagrams Spare Parts List Aftercooler Design SpecificationsLevel 2 & 3 Spare Parts List Electrical & Mechanical Dryer Safety Tags Safety Tag InformationWarranty Returns Returned Material PolicyDryer Identification Serial Number Tag Located on back of DryerParts Department Service DepartmentTechnical Assistance Sales Department