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IDX-OM-K021 Initial issue October, 2006 Rev.F:Feb,2017 PRODUCT NAME Refrigerated Air Dryer MODEL / Series IDFB22E-11 IDFB22E-11 - A,K,R,S,T,V IDFB22E-23 IDFB22E-23 - A,K,R,T,V IDFB37E-23 IDFB37E-23 - A,K,R,T,V IDFB55E-46 IDFB55E-46 - A,L,R,T,V IDFB75E-46 IDFB75E-46 - A,L,R,T,V Please read this manual prior of using the air dryer. Keep the manual readily available for reference.
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To Customers Thank you for selecting SMC Refrigerated Air Dryer. This operation manual must be read and understood thoroughly before using the equipment. It provides all essential information pertaining to safety, as well as, maximizing equipment efficiency in order to extend the life of the equipment.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter i Safety Instructions i - 1 Warning: Before Using Air Dryer ..............i - 1 i - 1 - 1 Hazard, Warning, and Caution Used in This Manual ........i - 1 I - 2 Danger Classifications/Position of Hazard warning Label .......
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Table of Contents Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5 - 1 Cause and countermeasure of errors ............5 - 1 5 - 2 How to reset the thermal relay and high pressure switch (Only IDFB55E, 75E) .......... 5 - 3 Chapter 6 References 6 - 1 Specifications .....................
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Table of Contents Chapter 13 Specification for Option V 13 - 1 Safety instructions ..................13 -1 13 - 2 Specifications .................... 13 -1 13 - 3 How to perform maintenance..............13 -2 13 - 4 Electric circuit .................... 13 -2 Chapter 14 Service Record 14 - 1 Service Record ..................
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions Danger Classifications & Position of Hazard warning Labels To help you recognize the hazards, the unit utilizes special graphics to indicate different hazards. Confirm the contents of the hazards and the location of the labels before operation. Warning ...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-2-2 Hazard of Electricity Warning Inside of this equipment, there is a power-supplying section with high voltage separated by the cover panel. Do not operate the equipment with the cover panel off. i-2-3 Hazard of Hot Surface Warning Since this equipment has parts that become hot during operation, there is the danger of burn-associated injuries.
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-2-6 Positions of Danger Warning Label Warning ・Read with caution and pay attention to the notations of danger warning labels. ・Do not remove or rub danger warning labels. ・Confirm the positions of danger warning labels. WARNING 警告...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-2-7 Hazard of Refrigerant Caution ・This equipment uses Fluorocarbon (HFC) as a refrigerant. ・It is strictly forbidden to emit Fluorocarbon into the atmosphere. Before you repair the refrigerant circuit, you should collect the refrigerant with proper evacuation system. The collected refrigerant should be properly recycled by qualified agency.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-2-8 Cautions about Usage Warning Please follow the instructions on all warning labels. Do not remove or deface warning labels, and confirm the location of warning labels. CAUTION 注意 1 Read manual before operation. 2 Ensure vantilation and maintenance space.
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions IDFB55E / 75E AIR DRYER MODEL VOLTAGE MOPD COMPRESSOR RLA/LRA FAN MOTOR HP/FLA AIR FLOW RATE MAX. INLET PRESS. MAX. INLET TEMP. MAX.AMBIENT TEMP. MIN. AMBIENT TEMP. REFRIGERANT R407C ...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-3 Disposal When you dispose of the equipment, you should collect the refrigerant and the refrigerant oil inside the refrigerant circuit. Caution This equipment contains Fluorocarbon HFC. It is strictly forbidden to emit Fluorocarbon into the atmosphere. Before you repair the refrigerant circuit, you should collect the refrigerant with proper evacuation system.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-4 Limited warranty and Disclaimer / Compliance Requirements The product used subject to the following “Limited warranty and Disclaimer“ and “Compliance Requirements. Read and accept them before using the product. Limited warranty and Disclaimer The warranty period of the product is 1 year in service or 1.5 years after the product is delivered.
Another one is on opposite side. Ventilation Grille (Suction) Rubber Grommet Ambient air will be sucked by Power cord outlet condenser fan. Do not block (IDFB22E-11* these vents. :Power cable wirth Plug) 1-1Parts Name and Functions IDFB Series 1 - 1...
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 1Parts Name and Functions • IDFB55E, 75E Compressed Air (OUT) Switch with Lamp Thermal Relay (The thermal relay is placed at the (ON /OFF Switch) inside of a front panel.) Refer to page The lamp is continuously ON 5-3 to reset the thermal relay.
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 1Parts Name and Functions Panel Lock (x 4) There are on opposite too. Front Rubber Grommet Power cord outlet Ventilation Grille (Suction) Ambient air will be sucked by condenser fan. Do not block these vents. 1-1Parts Name and Functions IDFB Series 1 - 3...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 2 Transportation / Installation Transportation / Installation Warning Only properly trained, qualified personnel are allowed to perform tasks such as: Operation, installation, relocation of equipment and maintenance works. Strongly recommend to prepare the spare dryer when applying the dryer for important equipment or system.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 2 Transportation / Installation 2-2 Installation 2-2-1 Location The equipment should not be used or stored in the following conditions: Those conditions will cause not only malfunction but also failures. Environment where the equipment is exposed to rainwater, moisture, salt water or oil.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 2 Transportation / Installation 2-2-2 Tie Down The air dryer should be installed on a vibration-free, stable, horizontal, flat surface. Refer to “Chapter6 6-3 Dimensions” for the dimensions. This model should be installed using anchor bolts (not included) to prevent shifting during a potential earthquake.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 2 Transportation / Installation Warning ・To handle drain discharge, follow the safety guidelines such as wearing protective goggles, apron, and gloves. ・In cases where oil is mixed in the wastewater discharged from the auto drain, the liquid would be considered as toxic waste and treatment is necessary in accordance with local regulations.
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 2 Transportation / Installation Length of the power cable The maximum length of the power cable should be no more than 98feet (30m). Connecting to the power supply Connect the power cable and the ground to the terminal block. Wiring procedure 1.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 2 Transportation / Installation 2-3 Cautions for Reinstallation Caution No one but someone who has enough knowledge about the product and incidental devices should reinstall in another place. And following instructions must be executed. If you move the product and reinstall it into another place after some operations (including trial running), instructions that are not only following ones but also all of those in the chapter 2 should be followed.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 3 Operation / Shutdown Operation / Shutdown Caution Only properly trained and qualified personnel are allowed to perform operation/shutdown of the equipment. 3-1 Check points before operation Before trial run, check the following points: Installed Conditions: By visual inspection check that the equipment is level.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 3 Operation / Shutdown 3-3 Shutdown ① Turn off the ON/OFF switch. ② The lamp will go out and then, the operation will stop. Depending on the condition of operation, hot air continues to be emitted from the ventilation grille by the cooling fan for a while after turning off the switch. 3-4 Cautions about restart ・Wait at least 3 minutes before restarting the air dryer after it has been shut down.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 4 Maintenance Maintenance Daily Inspection Check following points during normal operations. If you find some problems, immediately stop the dryer and refer to “Chapter 5 Troubleshooting” as soon as possible. There is no air leaks. The running lamp is on during operation ...
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 4 Maintenance Warning ・ Maintenance of the air dryer should only be carried out by someone with sufficient knowledge and experience of air dryers and related equipment. ・ Before carrying out maintenance, the important warnings in this manual must be thoroughly read and understood.
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 4 Maintenance Ball valve Ball valve Bleed valve Bleed valve Auto drain strainer Lock button Drain tube Turn to 45° (right or left) release bush Drrain tube Float assembly ・ Close the ball valve. ・ Open the bleed valve by turning it anticlockwise to release air left in the product.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 5-1 Cause and countermeasure of errors Should any problem occur, inspect the following table, and if the problem cannot be solved, shut off the power supply and then contact one of our sales offices for further instructions. Problem Probable Causes Remedy...
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 5 Troubleshooting Problem Probable Causes Remedy The evaporation The product is installed in an - Improve ventilation condition and reduce the ambient thermometer is inappropriate location. temperature as much as possible. over the green Ambient temperature is excessive. area without hot The ventilation port is obstructed by a - Keep the product 600mm or more away from the...
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 5 Troubleshooting 5-2 How to reset the thermal relay and high pressure switch (Only IDFB55E, 75E) If light goes off during operation and refrigerating compressor stops, the thermal relay or high pressure switch (for only the IDFB55E and IDFB75E) to protect the refrigerating compressor starts operating and needs to be reset manually.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 6 References References 6-1 Specifications Model IDFB22E-11□ IDFB22E-23□ IDFB37E-23□ IDFB55E-46□ IDFB75E-46□ Specification At Expected Outlet 107SCFM 161SCFM 226SCFM 300SCFM Press.Dew Point of 37°F(2.8℃) (182 m (273 m (384 m (510 m At Expected Outlet 120SCFM 173SCFM 258SCFM 353SCFM Press.Dew Point of 45°F (7.2℃)
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 6 References 6-2 Refrigerant with GWP reference Note: 1. This product is hermetically sealed and contains fluorinated greenhouse gases. 2. See specification table for refrigerant used in the product. 6-3 Dimensions ・IDFB22E / 37E UNIT : inch [mm] AIR OUTLET AIR INLET PORT SIZE...
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 6 References ・IDFB55E / 75E UNIT : inch [mm] AIR OUTLET AIR INLET PORT SIZE PORT SIZE SWITCH DRAFT AIR OUTLET WITH LAMP EVAPORATION THERMOMETER BALL VALVE TERMINAL AUTO DRAIN BLOCK VENTILATION VENTILATION POWER CORD ENTRY HOLE (WIRE DIA.0.4 DRAIN TUBE [DIA.9~11])
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 6 References 6-4 Electrical Circuit ・IDFB22E -11 ・IDFB22E/37E-23 GFCI GFCI For Option R For Option R ※1 ※2 ※1 ※2 ※1 ※2 Power Cable Terminal Block with Plug for Option S OLR OLR For Option V For Option V P...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 6 References 6-5 Compressed Air and Refrigerant Circuit/Operation Principles IDFB22E / 37E / 55E / 75E Compressed Air Circuit Humid hot air entering air dryer is cooled in the cooler. At this time, the condensate is separated from the air by the drain separator and automatically discharged.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 7 Specification for Option A Specification for Option A Safety instructions When handling the product, take care to the following precautions. Warning Shut off the power supply when removing the panel for maintenance work, etc. The product has a fan(s) and could cause serious danger to operators.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 7 Specification for Option A Compressed Air and Refrigerant Circuit / Operation Principles Compressed Air Inlet Compressed Air Outlet Capacity Control Valve Cooler Thermoreter Ball Valve Auto Drain Drain Outlet Capillary Tube High Pressure Switch Accmulator Pressure Switch Except IDFB75E Fan Motor Compressor...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 8 Specification for Option K Specification for Option K This product mounts the auto drain in Item 2 Specifications. When performing the installation and maintenance of the product, the following points must be understood and followed. Additionally, for replacement work, read 4-2 “Periodical Maintenance”...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 9 Specification for Option L Specification for Option L 9-1 Safety instructions When handling the product, take care of the following precautions. Warning 1. Do not remove the auto drain if air pressure remains in the product. When removing the auto drain, stop the supply of air to the primary side of the product, exhaust the air from the secondary side and ensure there is no residual pressure.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 9 Specification for Option L 9-3 Specification of heavy duty auto drain (ADH4000-04) Model IDFB55E/75E-46□-L Order number (service parts) ADH-E400 Auto drain type Floating type Auto drain valve type N.O(normally opened: Open in the case of pressure loss) Max.
7. Do not retrofit the wiring of the dryer and the power supply line. 10-2 Specifications of the GFCI Dryer model number Specifications of GFCI IDFB22E-11□-R Rated current: 15A, Current sensitivity: 30mA IDFB22E/37E-23□-R Rated current: 10A, Current sensitivity: 30mA IDFB55E/75E-46□-R...
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IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 10 Specification for Option R IDFB22E, 37E Connect to power cable Front panel Connector width:0.37inch (9.5mm) or less Ground fault display button (white) Ground fault display button (white) GFCI L N PE test button (gray) Electrical entry Connect to earth cable Connector width:0.26inch (6.5mm) or less IDFB55E, 75E Connect to power cable...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 10 Specification for Option R 10-4 Cautions for handling the GFCI 1) When the breaker is tripped, cut off the power supply and contact the nearest sales distributor or SMC sales. - With the Ground fault display button (white) released → Current leakage - With the Ground fault display button (white) pressed →...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 11 Specification for Option S Specification for Option S 11-1 Safety instructions When handling the product, take care to the following precautions. Warning Only qualified persons are allowed to wire the product. 1. Before wiring, be sure to shut off the power supply. Never perfom wiring work white the product is energized.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 12 Specification for Option T Specification for Option T This product mounts the terminal block which can transfer the operation and failure signals to Item 2 Specifications. The signals are a no voltage contact style. For details, refer to Item 2 or later. 12-1 Safety instructions When handling the product, take care to the following precautions.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 12 Specification for Option T 12-3 Remote operation ・For the remote operation, turn on and off the power supply side under the condition of the Switch with Lamp ON. ・Keep 3 min. at minimum after stopping the product to restart even for the remote operation. If the product is restarted within less than 3 min., protective equipment (overload relay) may activate and prevent the product from restarting.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 12 Specification for Option T IDFB55E, 75E Terminal block Earth cable connection Screw = M4×10 Connections for customer Another earth cable Connector width: 0.25inch (6.5mm) or less Earth cable connector width: 0.4inch (10mm) or less Power cord: AWG16 (1.25mm ) to AWG14 (2mm Signal cord: AWG16 (1.25 mm ) to AWG14(2mm...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 12 Specification for Option T 12-6 Electric wiring diagram IDFB22E-11 IDFB22E/37E-23 GFCI GFCI For Option R For Option R Operation Failure Failure Operation OLR OLR For Option V For Option V P P For IDFB37E IDFB55E/75E-46 記号...
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 13 Specification for Option V Specification for Option V This product mounts the timer operated auto drain in Item 2 Specifications. When performing the installation and maintenance work for the product, the following points must be understood and followed.
IDX-OM-K021 Air Dryer 14 Service Record Service Record 14-1 Service Record It is recommended to keep a maintenance/service record. Parts No. Description Maintenance/Service Work Description Date IDFB Series 14-1Service Record 14 - 1...
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