Identifying Controller Screens | Sterling SDA AP-1 instruction

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After approximately 10-12 seconds the controller will flash to the Dryer Status Screen shown on the previous page.

4-4 Identifying Controller Screens

Main Menu Screen

(Main Menu Screen)

The MAIN MENU provides information on the following system parameters:

•DRYER

•ALARMS

•HELP

•SYSTEM

•LOG OFF

Press the DRYER MENU button to return to the next section of dryer functions.

Typical Dryer Screens

(Dryer Status Screen)

(Shown at Controller Power Up) (Looking at the screen from Left to Right)

The SETPOINT button allows the operator to set the process air temperature.

The ACTUAL value will give you a reading of what the actual process air temperature is entering the drying hopper.

Large Dehumidifying Dryers

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Sterling SDA AP-1 specifications Identifying Controller Screens, Main Menu Screen, Dryer Alarms Help System LOG OFF

Contents

SDA Large AP-1 Control Dehumidifying Dryer Shipping Info Unpacking and InspectionEvent of Shipping Damage If the Shipment is Not Complete Returns 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 Process/Regeneration Cycle Sequence of Operation Standard Features Auto Start TimerMechanical Features Electrical Features Options Dewpoint ExtendClosed-Loop Regeneration Drawings and Diagrams Optional dryer dust collector Aftercooler Design Specifications Process AftercoolerProcess Air Dust Collector Process Air Dust Collector Recommended Temperature Settings Material Overdrying Protection Mechanical Options Electrical OptionsController Options Safety Devices and Interlocks Safety Circuit StandardsSafety Device Lock-Outs Fail Safe OperationPage Dimensions and Specifications Denotes availability Mechanical Options Denotes availability Denotes availability Mechanical Installation Uncrating the EquipmentRigging and Placing Unit Making Electrical Connections Making Gas Line Connections Gas-Fired Models Only Description Checking for Proper Blower Rotation Checking Blower Rotation Making Dryer/Drying Hopper Process Air Connections Dryer/Drying Hopper Process Air Connections Process Air Heater on Drying Hopper Large Dehumidifying Dryers Mechanical Installation Connecting Aftercooler/Precooler Cooling Water Optional Aftercooler Components & Flow Rates Using the Drying Hopper Air Trap Drying Hopper Air Trap Controls Controller Description Process Air Temperature and Conveying Process Controller Dryer Status Screen Startup Screen Dryer 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 DEW Point Setup Dew Point Setup ScreenAutostart Timer Screen Auto Start System Setup SET Clock Hour Meters Alarm History Status Help MenuHelp Menu Screen System Menu System Backup Service Menu Main Menu System Setup System Setup ScreenLOW Level Detection Setup Clock Menu Screen Autostart Clock Screen Hour Meter Screen Input StatusInput Status Screen Output Status System Backup Screen ServiceService Menu Screen Alarm Screens Redundant Safety Controller Display Alarm Screen Example Setting the Redundant Safety Controller Always put your set point to 30F above set point Large Dehumidifying Dryers Controls Operation Start-up Using the Dryer Status Screen Alarms Alarm Descriptions Shutdown Maintenance Maintenance SchedulePhotocopy this page for your maintenance records Preventative Maintenance Cleaning or Replacing the Process Air Filters Cleaning or Replacing the Regeneration Filter Calibrating the Dirty Filter Alarm Checking the Dewpoint Control System Corrective Maintenance Symptoms of Worn Out DesiccantReplacing the Desiccant Desiccant Tower Assembly Replacing the Process Heater Electric Dryers Process Heater Box Assembly Replacing the Regeneration Heater Electric Dryers Regeneration Heater Box Assembly Troubleshooting Basic TroubleshootingIntroduction Large Dehumidifying Dryers Troubleshooting Determining Temperature Controller Errors or Sensor Errors Using a ThermocoupleUsing a Platinum Resistance Thermometer Warranty Returns AppendixReturned Material Policy Credit Returns Technical Specifications Annex B Information Spare Parts List Level 3 Mechanical Components Dryer Identification Serial Number Tag Located on back of Dryer Service Department Technical AssistanceParts Department Sales Department