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- Page 1 MT SERIES DryLine ® DEHYDRATOR USER MANUAL Bulletin AE01B-A0496-001 Rev: F © 2008 - 2011 CommScope, Inc. All rights reserved. (12/11)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® Table of Contents Section 1 General Information ........4 Introducing New DryLine Dehydrator . - Page 3 Initial Steps by CommScope ........
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Page 4: General Information
Dehydrator User Manual ® Section 1 General Information Introducing New DryLine Dehydrator. ® The CommScope DryLine MT1000/2000 ® Dehydrator are a new generation of pressurization equipment for antenna and transmission line systems. They feature a new patented membrane separation drying technology for the industry’s best performance... -
Page 5: Installation
Section 6 or consult CommScope Technical Service. If these items check out, turn power switch off, unplug the unit and close the dehydrator front door. -
Page 6: Install Polyethylene Tubing Lines
MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® Install Polyethylene Tubing Lines • Output lines (4) with individual valves. • Pressure sense line (Remote Sense) Connection Procedure • Connect the Transmission Line Tubing. Insert the tubing runs from the transmission lines into the fittings in the top panel marked “Outlet”. - Page 7 MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® MT Series System configuration diagram Basic This configuration shows proper hook up for sys- tems when only a single waveguide is required in the system. Remote Pressure Primary Large Sense Line Wave Guide Isolation Shut-off Valves...
- Page 8 MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® MT Series System configuration diagram Multi-Line This configuration shows proper hook up for systems, when when more than a single wave waveguide is required in the system. For larger systems an 8- output manifold can be added. This diagram can also be used for hooking a DP-4A-001 or 6600D Series to the system.
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Page 9: Connect Alarm Wiring
MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® Connect Alarm Wiring Function Terminal Symbol Open the front door and connect the alarm Common wiring to the terminal block as shown in figure 4. Normally Open See below High Humidity Common Upper terminal strip High Humidity Normally Open Excess Run Common Excess Run Normally Open Low Pressure... -
Page 10: Connect To Power Supply
If the rating is below 5 lb/in2 (35 kPa), Danger: contact CommScope Customer Service. To insure that all internal Improper installation of the grounding dehydrator components are properly plug can result in a risk of electric dried;... - Page 11 MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® System may not be properly sized. Leaks may exist. Check using Snoop or detergent water. Normal connector leakage may be greater than expected. During the off cycle, the dehydrator is designed to allow a small amount of system air to bleed back through the membrane dryer.
- Page 12 1670 155143 74.24 37.12 3.36 1.68 Max. PressureRating, Antenna These Line Types are for refernce only. Please go lb/in2 (kPa) to commscope.com and use the "Pressurization uMx-459 5 (35) Calculation" program. UMx-611 5 (35) HPX12-6511C 5 (35) P-186 2 (14)
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Page 14: Operation
When removing your dehydrator from service, you may need a substitute dry air source. Call The dehydrator is programmed at the factory to CommScope Technical Service. Telephone start when the output pressure of the dehydrator numbers are listed in Section 9. -
Page 15: Theory Of Operation
MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® Section 4 Theory of Operation Dehydrator The patented drying system begins at the compressor, where filtered ambient air is compressed. The compressed air is then cooled and condensed in the heat exchanger after which water droplets are separated in the water filter. The saturated air then passes through a coalescing filter for the removal of additional water and then into the patented membrane... - Page 16 MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® LOAD...
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Page 18: Maintenance
6000-hour maintenance. The dehydrator overhaul kit, see Section 7.0, includes all the necessary parts and Replace Compressor Air Filter instructions. Or, if you prefer, CommScope The air filter protects the compressor from offers a dehydrator overhaul service. Contact contamination and extends the service life of the CommScope Technical Service. -
Page 19: In Case Of Difficulty
Door Schematic or Chassis Schematic for wiring. Section 7 lists replaceable parts. CommScope Technical Service. If you cannot correct the problem or if there are other difficulties, contact the CommScope Technical Service nearest you. Telephone numbers are listed on Customer Support Section 9. - Page 20 Make sure that all system tubing is properly seated in the fittings. Check for loose interface Low pressure alarm LED illuminated. points and holes in the transmission lines. Correct any conditions that exist where pressure is leaking. If the condition persists, call CommScope Technical Service for assistance. Check the dehydrator for build-up of water in the filter bowls. If there is a build-up of water in the water filter bowl, Humidity alarm on display.
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Page 21: Parts Replacement And Dehydrator Overhaul
Section 7 Parts Replacement and Dehydrator Overhaul Notice: To provide continuous reliable operation CommScope dehydrators have been designed to provide many years of trouble-free service and will the dehydrator must be overhauled every 6000 require minimal maintenance. The LCD display panel hours of compressor operation. -
Page 22: Parts Replacement Procedures
MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® Parts Replacement Procedures To remove the circuit breaker, compress the retainers on both sides and push it through the When the dehydrator run time reaches 6000 front panel opening. Replace circuit breaker, hours, it will be necessary to rebuild the snapping it in place. -
Page 23: Replace Heat Exchanger
MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® Replace Heat Exchanger To replace the filter element, twist and remove the filter bowl from the cast housing. Unscrew The heat exchanger is located at right side of the filter element from the cast filter housing and the unit under the side panel. Under normal replace with a new filter. Do not attempt to clean conditions the heat exchanger should not need the filter element. If it is necessary to clean the to be replaced. filter bowl, use a mild soap and water solution Replace it if the dehydrator has been dropped and rinse with water. -
Page 24: Replace Cooling Fan
MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® 7.12 Replace Cooling Fan The cooling fan ventilates the dehydrator enclosure thus cooling the compressor and the heat exchanger. Failure of a fan can result in saturation of the membrane dryer and damage to the compressor. - Page 25 MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® This page has been left blank on purpose.
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Page 26: Specifications
MT Series DryLine Dehydrator User Manual ® Section 8 Specifications Specifications for Dehydrator MT Series Specifications for Dehydrator MT Series Output Pressure Range nominal 13.79 to 41.37 kPa (2 to 6 psig) MT1000; 28 SLPM (1.0 SCFM) Output Flow Rate (nominal) MT2000; 56 SLPM (2.0 SCFM) better than Output Dew Point -45°C (-50°F) at 92 % RH at +40°... -
Page 27: Customer Supprt
Initial Steps by CommScope Section 9 Customer Supprt When your call or fax communication is received, the CommScope staff will work with Introduction you to pinpoint the possible cause of trouble. If CommScope provides in-warranty and out- the pressurization equipment is suspect, they... - Page 28 Company Name and RMA: XXXXXXX on outside of the box. Address the box to the following Ship–To Address: CommScope PRESSURIZATION SERVICE CENTER RMA# XXXXXXX 11312 S. PIPELINE RD.
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