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MC 5200 DRYVEX™
DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM OPERATOR’S MANUAL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents ..............................2 Foreword ..................................3 Safety Information ..............................4 Operating Safety ................................ 5 Operator Safety while using Combustion Burners ....................5 Service Safety ................................6 Label Locations ................................. 6 Safety and Operating Labels ............................

  • Page 3: Foreword

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM FOREWORD This manual provides information and procedures to safely operate and maintain this Ground Heaters®, Inc. model. For your own safety and protection from injury, carefully read, understand and observe the safety instructions described in this manual.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM SAFETY INFORMATION This manual contains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE and NOTE callouts which must be followed to reduce the possibility of personal injury, damage to the equipment, or improper service. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.

  • Page 5: Operating Safety

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM OPERATING SAFETY WARNING Familiarity and proper training are required for the safe operation of this machine. Machines operated improperly or by untrained personnel can be dangerous. Read the operating instructions contained in both this manual and the OEM manuals included with this machine.

  • Page 6: Service Safety

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM SERVICE SAFETY WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! This unit uses high voltage circuits capable of causing serious injury or death. Only a qualified electrician should troubleshoot or repair electrical problems occurring with this equipment. ALWAYS replace the safety devices and guards after repairs and maintenance. ALWAYS keep the machine clean and labels legible.

  • Page 7: Safety And Operating Labels

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM 105 87 wc_gr003846 SAFETY AND OPERATING LABELS Ref. Label Ref. Label Jack is not designed to take loads that ratcheting straps or load binded chains can deliver. Use jack for raising/lowering trailer tongue only. Failure to heed above warning could result in damage to personal propertly or cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 8 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM HIGH LIMIT RESET BURNER ACCESS REMOVE CAP BURNER RESET 0170435 0170436 ENGINE OIL BURNER RESET ONLY 0170437 0170438 ACCESSORY STORAGE WEIGHT NOT TO EXCEED 700 LBS 0170439 TEMPERATURE AND FUEL FILL CAP RELATIVE HUMIDITY FUEL GA UGE SENSORS 0170442...
  • Page 9 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM SERIAL NO. / SERI E NO. Ground Heaters, Inc. Spring Lake, Michigan USA MC5200 FIRING NOZZLE CAPACITY ELECTRICAL BURNER MODEL RATE US TYPE / BTUH / RATING / MODEL / CAUTION NO. / GPH / T AUX TYPE CAPICITY...
  • Page 10 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM CAUTION DO NOT OPERATE THE GENERATOR IF THE LOW RESERVOIR OIL LEVEL LIGHT IS ON. IF THE LIGHT IS ON, ADD OIL TO THE RESERVOIR. LOW RESERVOIR OIL LEVEL LIGHT OPERATING PROCEDURE MULTIQUIP WhisperWatt AC Generator HECK the Oil level.

  • Page 11: Operation

    Six AM 3000 air movers The Dryvex MC 5200 system draws in outside air, which is heatconditioned to 3%-15% relative humidity. This fresh, extremely dry air is then blown into the building through flex ductwork. As the dry air circulates throughout the building, it absorbs large quantities of moisture.

  • Page 12: System Component Locations

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATIONS wcghi_gr003847 Ref. Description Ref. Description Control panel Return air temperature sensor Return blower Supply air temperature sensor Supply blower Duct and air mover storage Generator Crane lifting point Humidity sensor Strobe light Diesel burner Trailer jack...

  • Page 13: Control Panel

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM CONTROL PANEL SERIAL NO/SERIE NO. Ground Heaters, Inc. 302 – 0XXX Spring Lake , Michigan USA 0 0 0 0 HOURS SUPPLY AIR TEMPERATURE VENTILATE HEAT OPERATION MODE OMRON TEMPE CONT RETURN AIR BLOWER CAB LIGHT 115 V 115 V 5 5...

  • Page 14: Positioning The Machine

    12 feet (4 m) to structure’s walls. Position the curb side of the Dryvex MC 5200 trailer close to the building to be treated, and near a doorway or window, but not closer than 12 feet (4 m).

  • Page 15: Starting The Generator

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM STARTING THE GENERATOR To start the generator: Place the 25A (a) circuit breakers in the OFF position. Place the idle control switch (b) in the OFF position. Turn the key switch (c) to the HEAT position and hold it there until the glow plug indicator lamp (d) goes out. Once the glow plug indicator lamp goes out, turn the key switch to the START position.

  • Page 16: Starting The Machine

    MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM Connect the yellow return duct inlet to the structure with the airflow tag pointing toward the Dryvex MC 5200. Seal the space between the duct and the window, doorway, or other hole in which the supply duct exits the structure.

  • Page 17: Stopping The Machine

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM Using the up and down arrows on the temperature controller, set the temperature (SV) of the return air to 125°F. This is the lower reading on the temperature controller. The upper reading (PV) displays the actual temperature of the return air.
  • Page 18 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM To cool the machine: Turn the operation mode switch to the OFF position. The burner will VENTILATEH shut down but the supply air blower will run until the internal thermostat senses approximately 104°F (40°C). OPERATION MODE WARNING Electric shock and cutting injury hazard! At temperatures above 104°F (40°C), electric power is available at the...

  • Page 19: Positioning And Operating The Air Movers

    MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM POSITIONING AND OPERATING THE AIR MOVERS Six air movers (model AM 3000) (a) are used with the Dryvex MC 5200 system. The air movers are available with optional casters (b) or wheeled cart (c). Each air mover includes: GFIC outlet (d), ON-OFF switch (e), and 12A circuit breaker (f).

  • Page 20: Monitoring The Operating Parameters

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM MONITORING THE OPERATING PARAMETERS The following parameters should be monitored every 8–24 hours: • Fuel level Keep track of fuel consumption to plan a needed filling schedule. • Generator Keep generator full of oil. •...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Every Every Every Every Every Every 1200 hours hours 1000 hours hours or or two hours or 6 hours monthly weeks months yearly Clean genset engine air filter ▪ Lubricate return air blower bearings ▪...

  • Page 22: Changing And Adjusting The Return Blower Belt

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM wcghi_gr003863 CHANGING AND ADJUSTING THE RETURN BLOWER BELT See Graphic: wcghi_gr003861 The return air blower is located on the left as you face the rear of the machine. Replace glazed, worn, or cracked belts.
  • Page 23 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM Installation: Roll a new belt onto the pulleys. Turn the tensioning screw (d) to apply tension to the belt. A properly adjusted belt will have approximately 3/4 inches (19 mm) of deflection at the center of the belt when pressed with moderate pressure. Tighten the four screws (c) that secure the motor plate to the mounting flange.

  • Page 24: Changing And Adjusting The Supply Blower Belt

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM CHANGING AND ADJUSTING THE SUPPLY BLOWER BELT See Graphic: wcghi_gr003862 The supply blower is located on the right as you face the rear of the machine. To change and adjust the supply blower belt, carry out the following procedure.
  • Page 25 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM 3/8–1/2 in. (10–13mm) wcghi_gr003862 Page 25...

  • Page 26: Removing The Burner

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM REMOVING THE BURNER See Graphic: wcghi_gr003864 To remove the burner, carry out the following procedure. Removal: Shut down the generator. Remove the cover (a) from the burner unit. Disconnect the burner fuel supply and return quick disconnects (e). Disconnect the fuel inlet and outlet hoses from the fuel pump.
  • Page 27 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM wcghi_gr003864 Page 27...

  • Page 28: Replacing The Burner Nozzle

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM REPLACING THE BURNER NOZZLE Se Graphic: wcghi_gr003865 To replace the burner nozzle, carry out the following procedure. Shut down the generator. Removal: Remove the burner. See section Removing the Burner. Loosen screw (3). Carefully pull the control box (1) back, then up and away from the burner assembly.

  • Page 29: Cheking And Adjusting The Burner Electrodes

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM wcghi_gr003865 CHEKING AND ADJUSTING THE BURNER ELECTRODES See Graphic: wcghi_gr003866 To check and adjust the burner electrodes, carry out the following procedure. Shut down the generator. Remove the burner. See section Removing the Burner. Loosen screw (3).
  • Page 30 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM Install the air tube cover plate (5) with two screws (4). 10. Install the control box (1). 11. Tighten screw (3). 12. Reinstall the burner. 5/32 in. (4 mm) 13/64 in. (5 mm) 5/32–3/64 in.

  • Page 31: Checking The Fuel Pressure

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM CHECKING THE FUEL PRESSURE See Graphic: wcghi_gr003867 To check fuel pressure, carry out the following procedure. Shut down the generator. Remove the bleeder valve (a) from the fuel pump. All pump ports are British Parallel thread design. A gauge with like threads must be used, or an appropriate adapter.

  • Page 32: Checking The Burner Air Setting

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM CHECKING THE BURNER AIR SETTING See Graphic: wcghi_gr003868 To check burner air setting, carry out the following procedure. Shut down the generator. Loosen the two screws (a) that secure the air adjustment plate (b). Rotate the air adjustment plate so that the proper number on the air adjustment plate lines up with the setting indicator (c).
  • Page 33 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM 10. Pull the wiring (h) through the duct and out from the machine. Installation: 11. Remove the cover (d) from the body of the humidity sensor. 12. Remove the screen (e). 13. Disconnect the sensor (f) from the wiring. 14.
  • Page 34 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM wcghi_gr003869 Page 34...

  • Page 35: Changing The Fuel Heater Filter

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM CHANGING THE FUEL HEATER FILTER See Graphic: wcghi_gr003870 The fuel heater assembly (a) is located near the burner. To replace the fuel heater filter, carry out the following procedure. Removal: Shut down the generator. Remove the screw that secures the cover to the housing.

  • Page 36: Burner Adjustments

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM BURNER ADJUSTMENTS The machine should be operated with standard diesel/fuel oil (OIL) DIESEL. Note: All burners are test fired at Ground Heaters, Inc.'s factory located 600 ft.(180 m) above sea level (asl) using 70/30% blend of #2 diesel with additives (70%) and #1 (K1) diesel (30%) with additives. The use of a high quality combustion analyzer and fuel pressure test gauge is mandatory.

  • Page 37: Engine Air Cleaner

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM sequence. 10. Once the burner lights, sample the exhaust as outlined above. Adjust the air damper until combustion parameters fall within the above outlined values. 11. Lock the air damper in place by tightening the locking screws. Factory settings: ENGINE AIR CLEANER The engine used in the generator has a dry-type filter element.

  • Page 38: Fuel Blend Guide

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM FUEL BLEND GUIDE STORAGE Allow heater to cool sufficiently. Cover the chimney and the burner with plastic wrap or other waterproof material. This will prevent corrosive moisture build-up and blockages caused by animal nests. Remove the emergency break-away battery and store the battery in a cool, dry place.
  • Page 39 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM kPal kilo-Pascals (metric unit of pressure) kilowatt (unit of electrical power) pound meter millimeter (1/1000 of a meter) psig pounds per square inch gauge (unit of pressure) Temperature control NHTSA National Highway Transportation Safety Administration Volts, alternating current Volts, direct current Heat transfer hose...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE RECOMMENDED SOLUTION • The remote thermostat or thermostat plug • Insert the remote thermostat or thermostat is not inserted correctly. plug. Check cable and power supply The burner does not start •...

  • Page 41: Wiring Schematic

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM WIRING SCHEMATIC Page 41...

  • Page 42: Technical Data

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM TECHNICAL DATA MACHINE Page 42...

  • Page 43: Heater

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL MC 5200 DRYVEX™ DEHUMIDIFICATION SYSTEM HEATER AIR MOVER Page 43...

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