Sterling SDA 1000-5100 Operation, 5-1Initial Start-up, Pre-StartupChecks, Auto-Tuningthe Dryer

Chapter 5: Operation

5-1 Initial Start-up

Pre-Startup Checks

;Check the process and return hoses for tight connections.

;Check all companion equipment, such as the drying hopper; verify that the loading system is ready for operation.

;Verify that all dryer electrical connections are tight.

Auto-Tuning the Dryer

1.For Auto-tuning, press the beige button once. The AT screen will show with the setting OFF.

2.Press the UP arrow to change the setting to ON.

3.Press the beige button again to go back to the Temperature Screen. Your actual temperature will start to flash for about 10-20 minutes with the temperature fluctuating up and down during that period. After the flashing stops, it means auto- tuning has finished.

Shutting Down the Dryer

1.Turn off the conveying system supplying the drying hopper.

2.When processing is complete, close the hopper slide gate and shut down any in-line companion equipment, such as the aftercooler.

3.Turn the Dryer OFF/ON/START selector switch to OFF.

4.Turn the system’s disconnect switch to OFF.

5.If needed, empty the drying hopper.

6.For maintenance or a long term shutdown, open (de-energize) the electrical disconnects at the dryer and at the power drop.

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