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Dry Air Series
Owner' s Manual
REV. B - OCT/17/23

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  • Page 1 Dry Air Series Owner’ s Manual REV. B - OCT/17/23...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION This C-Aire Regenerative Drying Unit is designed for dry pipe and pre-action sprinkler systems. The unit is easy to install and user friendly. It dries system air to a less than -40°F dewpoint, which will prevent the dangerous formation of ice plugs in cold storage systems, as well as stop the corrosion process.

  • Page 4: Safety

    INSTALLATION SELECTING A LOCATION: C-Aire compressors are to be installed and operated in a clean, dry, well-lighted, and well-ventilated area, not less than 12 inches from walls or other equipment� Provide at least 1,000 cubic feet of fresh air per 5 hp�...
  • Page 5 TANK UNIT ANCHORED plug will result in a risk of electric shock� When repair Be sure your C-Aire compressor is mounted on a level, concrete or replacement of the cord or plug is required, do not floor, preferably using anti-vibration pads�...
  • Page 6 National Electrical Wire From the Motor Code (NEC), the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and / or any local codes having precedence. QUESTIONS / HELp? Call C-Aire at 651.462.3440...
  • Page 7 Wire From the Motor grounding between the power supply and the electrical control enclosure in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and / or any local codes having precedence. QUESTIONS / HELp? Call C-Aire at 651.462.3440...
  • Page 8 LUBRICATION NOTE: ALL C-AIRE COMPRESSORS COME FACTORY FILLED WITH SYNTHETIC OIL WHICH REQUIRES NO BREAK-IN PERIOD� Oil Level: Check the oil level before each start-up� The oil level must be maintained to the center of the sight glass (unless there is an oil-level mark on the sight glass to indicate otherwise)�...
  • Page 9 START UP AND OPERATION NOTE: There is no need to “break-in” your compressor. It has been tested and run at the factory by qualified personnel. NOTE: Outlet assembly and power source included in owner's manual bag. When operating the compressor for the first time, do the following: 1.
  • Page 10 HIGH SYSTEM PRESSURE TESTING Dry Air Series compressors are designed to operate with a maximum system pressure of 40 PSI. The compressor may not cycle properly with system pressures above 40 PSI. Dry Air Series compressors are capable of temporarily filling systems to 70 PSI.
  • Page 11 BIANNUAL MAINTENANCE (6 MONTHS) ■ TURN OFF POWER, and check and tighten all electrical connections. ■ Change air-intake filter(s). ■ Inspect belt tension and wear. ■ Check to make sure all bolts are tight. ■ Replace Oil Coalescing Filter Element (Part Number: FR CF50-120CFM-EL): 1.

  • Page 12: Installation

    ANNUAL MAINTENANCE ■ Change the oil� Your compressor has been shipped with C-Aire ISO 100 Compressor Oil� C-Aire recommends using C-Aire Synthetic ISO 100 and changing the oil annually� ■ See the “Performing an Oil Change” section in this manual�...
  • Page 13 TROUBLESHOOTING pROBLEM pOSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTION NOTE: User not responsible to service any electrical issues� Call C-Aire Compressors or electrician • No electrical power • Turn on power • Loose wire connections • Tighten connection • Compressor will not operate •...

  • Page 14: Electrical

    INSTALLATION CHECKLIST In order to validate the warranty on your compressor, C-Aire requires this checklist be completed and kept for reference. INSpECT FOR DAMAGE Carefully inspect the unit for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If damage has occurred, it should be noted on the freight carrier’s bill of lading.

  • Page 15: Warranty

    WARRANTY C-Aire Inc. warrants its compressors to be free from defects in material and workmanship subject to the following provisions: STANDARD WARRANTY DURATION: 12 months from date of purchase. WHAT THE WARRANTY COVERS DURING THE WARRANTY DURATION: All components on the compressor except for those items listed in the section titled “What is excluded from warranty coverage”.
  • Page 16 380 West 1st Street, Dresser, WI 54009 800�762�2247 - 651�462�3440 www�cairecompressors�com...
  • Page 17 Revision History Revision Changes Made Originator/Date Approval/Date Travis Wieser Travis Wieser 4/19/2023 4/19/2023 Changed cover photo, Start-Up and Operation: Travis Wieser Travis Wieser added note and "connect a power source to 10/17/2023 10/17/2023 PLC" step with photo, Maintenance: added "lubricate tower o-rings" section, Maintenance: added maintenance kit part numbers.

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