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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 product. It provides all essential information pertaining to safety, as well as, maximizing product efficiency in order to extend the life of the product. In addition, it is strongly recommended that you follow all the safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the local government agency for proper installation and usage.
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 ..
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Be sure to read and comprehend important cautionary notifications in this operation manual before use Do not operate the product without the cover panel. i-1 Warning: Before Using Air Dryer In this chapter, the stated contents are especially about safety. This Air Dryer is installed downstream of the air compressor to remove moisture.
IDX-OM-I076 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 - Only properly trained, qualified personnel are allowed to perform tasks such as: Operation, installation, relocation of product and maintenance works.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-2-2 Hazard of Electricity Warning Inside of this product, there is a power-supplying section with high voltage separated by the cover panel. Do not operate the product with the cover panel off. i-2-3 Hazard of Hot Surface Warning Since this product has parts that become hot during operation, there is the danger of burn-associated injuries.
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IDX-OM-I076 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 modify danger warning labels. - Confirm the positions of danger warning labels. WARNING 警告...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-2-7 Hazard of Refrigerant Caution - This product 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-I076 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-2-8 Cautions about Usage Warning Please follow the instructions on the warning labels. Do not remove or deface warning labels, and confirm the location of all warning labels. CAUTION 注意 1 Read manual before operation. 2 Ensure vantilation and maintenance space.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer i Safety Instructions i-3 Disposal When you dispose of the product, you should collect the refrigerant and the compressor oil inside the refrigerant circuit. Caution This product 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-I076 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.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 1 Name and Functions Parts Parts Name and Functions 1-1 Parts Name and Functions IDFA22E,37E,55E,75E Thermal Relay (Only for IDFA55E and IDFA75E) (The thermal relay is placed at the inside of a front panel.) Refer to page Switch with Lamp 5-3 to reset the thermal relay.
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IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 1 Name and Functions Parts Panel Lock (x 2) (Only for IDFA75E) Another one is on opposite side. Front Panel Lock (x 2) Another one is on opposite side. Rubber Grommet Power cord outlet Ventilation Grille (Suction) Ambient air will be sucked by condenser fan.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 2 Transportation / Installation Transportation/Installation Warning Use the product in the right way. During Installation, operation, maintenance, and check, you should be careful in keeping the safety of human body. Caution Transportation, installation, and maintenance including dangerous work must be done by a personnel who has enough knowledge and experience about the product and the sysytem.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 2 Transportation / Installation Installation 2 - 2 - 1 Location The product should not be used or stored in the circumstances as follows. Those circumstances will cause not only malfunction but also failures. Environment where the product is exposed to Locations by loading on vehicles, marine rainwater, moisture vapor, salty water, oil and vessels, and so on.
2 Transportation / Installation If the temperature of compressed air on the inlet side is higher than 50 C, place an aftercooler after the air compressor. Or, make the temperature of the place where the air compressor is installed lower than 50 ...
2 Transportation / Installation 2-2-5 Electric Wiring Warning Only properly trained and qualified personnel are allowed to perform wiring work. Before wiring, you must disconnect the power. Do not work under any energized conditions. Supply power from a stable source that is free from the effect of surge. ...
2 Transportation / Installation Cautions for Reinstallation Caution Only properly trained, qualified personnel are allowed to perform reinstallation. If the product is moved and reinstalled in another place after some trial operations, the following instructions must be followed as well as procedures in Chapter 2. Removing the power cable Disconnect the power source before removing the power cable.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 3 Operation / Shutdown Operation/Shutdown Caution Only properly trained and qualified personnel are allowed to perform operation/shutdown of the product. Check points before operation Before trial run, check the following points: - Installed Conditions: By visual inspection check that the product is level. Make sure the product is fixed down with anchor bolts.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 3 Operation / Shutdown Shutdown 1) Turn off the Switch with lamp. 2) The lamp will go out and then, the operation will stop. Cautions about restart - Wait at least 3 minutes before restarting the air dryer after it has been shut down. Failure to do this may cause safety devices to trip due to over load.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 4 Maintenance Maintenance 4-1 Daily Inspection Check the 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 - Moisture is being discharged from drain tube - The pointer of the evaporating temperature indicates in the green zone...
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IDX-OM-I076 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-I076 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-I076 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 an SMC authorized dealer for further instructions. Trouble Possible cause Remedy...
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IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 5 Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause 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 - Keep the product 600mm or more away from the...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 5 Troubleshooting 5-2 How to reset the thermal relay and high pressure switch If light goes off during operation and refrigerating compressor stops, the thermal relay or high pressure switch (for only the IDFA55E and IDFA75E) to protect the refrigerating compressor starts operating and needs to be reset manually.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 6 References References 6-1 Specifications Model IDFA22E IDFA37E IDFA55E IDFA75E Specification At Outlet Pressure Dew 182 m 273 m 390 m 660 m Point of 3 Air FlowRate At Outlet Pressure Dew (ANR) 231 m 347 m 432 m 720 m Point of 7...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 6 References 6-3 Dimensions AIR OUTLET AIR INLET PORT SIZE PORT SIZE SWITCH WITH LAMP EVAPORATION THERMOMETER BALL VALVE DRAFT AIR OUTLET VENTILATION VENTILATION TERMINAL BLOCK DRAIN TUBE (O.D.10) (820) POWER SUPPLY ENTRY(φ17) 4xφ13 [OTHER SIDE] Measure:mm Model Port Size IDFA22E...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 6 References 6-4 Electrical Circuit IDFA22E, 37E GFGI For Option R DESCRIPTION SYMBOL Refrigerating compressor Fan motor OLR Overload relay For Option V PRS Pressure switch Switch with lamp Terminal block Capacitor for Refrigerating compressor Capacitor for Fan motor GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter EDV Electronic Valve IDFA55E, 75E...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 6 References 6-5 Compressed Air and Refrigerant Circuit/Operation Principles EVAPORATION THERMOMETER CAPACITY AIR INLET AIR OUTLET REGULATING VALVE REHEATER BALL VALVE AUTO DRAIN CAPILLALY DRAIN OUTLET HIGH PRESSURE SWITCH ACCUMULATOR (IDFA55E,75E) (IDFA22E,37E,55E) CONDENSOR PRESS. SWITCH COMPRESSOR FAN MOTOR Compressed Air Circuit Humid hot air entering air dryer is cooled in the cooler.
IDX-OM-I076 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-I076 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 IDF75E Fan Motor Compressor...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 8 Specification for Option C Specification for Option C When performing the installation and maintenance of the product, the following points must be understood and followed. 8-1 Safety instructions When handling the product, take care of the following precautions. Warning Shut off the power supply when removing the panel for maintenance work, etc.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 9 Specification for Option K Specification for Option K 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”. Safety instructions When handling the product, take care of the following precautions. Warning 1.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 9 Specification for Option K 9-2 Specifications The auto drain has a maximum operating pressure of 1.6MPa and uses the metal case with a fluid level indicator. IDFA22E, 37E AD48-8-X2110 Fluid level indicator Drain port φ 10 KQ2L10-02S Model IDFA22E,37E-23-K...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 10 Specification for Option L Specification for Option L 10-1 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.
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IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 10 Specification for Option L Model IDFA22E to 75E-23-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. operating pressure 1.6MPa Working pressure range 0.05 to 1.6MPa Working fluid Compressed air...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 11 Specification for Option R Specification for Option R Option R installs a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI), it will shut off the power supply in case the product should have over current or current leakage. Additionally, the power supply should be connected directly to the primary side of the GFCI.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 11 Specification for Option R 11-3 How to connect the power supply Connect the power cables in the following procedure. 1) Take off the front panel. 2) Insert the power cable prepared by the customer into the power code fixture and bring the power cable near the terminal base through the base hole.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 12 Specification for Option T Specification for Option T This option installs a terminal block that has outputs for the operation and failure signals. The signals are non voltage contact style. For details, refer to 12-2, 12-3 and 12-4. 12-1 Safety instructions When handling the product, take care to the following precautions.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 12 Specification for Option T 12-4 How to connect the power supply and signal cable Connect the power cable and signal cable in the following procedures. 1) Take off the front panel. 2) Insert the power cable prepared by the customer into the power cable inlet (with rubber grommet) and bring the power cable near the terminal block through the base hole.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 12 Specification for Option T 12-6 Electric circuit IDFA22E, 37E-23-T GFGI OPERATION FAILURE For Option R SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Refrigerating Compressor Fan Motor Condenser Magnetic Contactor Overload relay Pressure Switch Switch with Lamp Capacitor For CM Capacitor For FM Terminal Block For Option V GFCI...
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 13 Specification for Option V Specification for Option V This option installs the timer operated auto drain. When performing the installation and maintenance work for the product, the following points must be understood and followed. Additionally, read 12-3 for maintenance work.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 13 Specification for Option V 13-2 Specifications The timer is set to have ON time of 0.5sec and OFF time of 0.5min. at the time of shipment from the factory. Do not change this timer setting. If it is changed, water could be discharged from the outlet line of the dryer. Service parts number will change depending on the power supply voltage of the dryer.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 13 Specification for Option V 13-3 How to perform maintenance The product needs to be maintained. Clean it in the following procedure periodically. 1) Close the ball valve. Test switch 2) Press the test switch and make the residual pressure is released. 3) Remove the strainer and clean it.
IDX-OM-I076 Air Dryer 14 Service Record Service Record 14-1 Service Record It is r ec om m end ed t o k eep a m ai nt e na nc e/s er v ic e r ec or d . Parts No.
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