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Manual No. AE04E-1R̲210607E Dry Fog Humidifiers AKIMist ® Instruction Manual CONTENTS ● Introduction ● List of Enclosed Items ● Precautions ● Construction and Component Parts ● Before Installation ● Installation ● Operation p.12 ● Maintenance p.13 ● Selecting Ancillary Devices p.25 ● Ancillary Devices p.27 ●...
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1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the AKIMist "E" Dry Fog ® Humidifier. Please read this Instruction Manual carefully for information about the construction and use of the AKIMist "E" Dry Fog Humidifier in order to ensure ® optimal performance. After reading, please keep this manual close to the AKIMist "E" system for easy reference. ® Be sure to confirm the nozzle type mounted on your AKIMist E before use. ® Marking Nozzles for the AKIMist E 04E type are ® marked 04E on the nozzle body. The operating pressure range differs by nozzle type. Marking ̶ 1 ̶...
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List of Enclosed Items ★Check that all the items below are enclosed. AKIMist "E" Liquid Coupler Special Cleaning Kit for ® (Socket) AKIJet nozzles ® AKIJet nozzle ® This socket will be included Page 16 shows how to in the optional pipe use this cleaning kit. Protective cap connection kit if you To place an order, use the purchased it. code #226647. The number of nozzles mounted differs by AKIMist "E" model No. ● ® ・AE-1: Nozzle 1 pc. ・AE-2: Nozzles 2 pcs. ・AE-3: Nozzles 3 pcs. ・AE-4: Nozzles 4 pcs. 3 stop plugs are included with each AKIMist "E" unit. ● ® Protective caps are placed on the nozzles, as well as the air and water inlets of the ● AKIMist "E" to prevent damage during shipment. Please remove before use. ® ̶...
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Precautions Over Water 0.2 MPa N O ! N O ! (29 psi) Keep air pressure at 0.2‒0.5 MPa (29‒73 psi) and water pressure at 0.05‒0.2 MPa (8‒29 psi). WARNING N O ! N O ! AKIMist "E" may detach from pipes under high ® Over 0.5 MPa pressure. Use a pressure regulator to keep the air pressure within the appropriate operating range. Water may leak under high pressure. Use a pressure regulator to keep the water pressure between 0.05‒0.2 MPa. N O ! N O ! The recommended setting is at approximately 0.1 MPa. Water (Please see page 34 Water pressure range.) Never disassemble while air and water valves are open. N O ! N O ! WARNING Before disassembling, close both air and water valves. ...
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Make sure stop plugs ⑦ are properly fixed to the upper body ① and never remove them during operation. WARNING If the plug ⑦ is loose, air leaks and AKIMist "E" may not ® function properly. (Note: No Plug ⑦ for AE-4.) If one of the AKIJet nozzles is clogged, the other ® nozzles may not spray properly. CAUTION Clean AKIJet nozzles as shown on pages15‒19. ® Never disassemble AKIMist "E" except for maintenance. ® CAUTION Do not remove nozzle protective caps until installation is completed. They protect the nozzle tips during CAUTION installation. ̶ 4 ̶...
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Construction and Component Parts * Description Materials Code No. ⑮ ① Upper Body PP, S303 ② Top Cover #208638 ⑯⑰ [①‒④] ③ Valve Lever ①② ④ Lever Pin S304 ⑤ Lower Body #205890 ⑨⑩⑪ ⑥ Float #205888 ⑫⑬⑭ ⑦ AKIJet 04E Nozzle See next page #259681 ⑦⑧ ® ⑦ Stop Plug #208662 ⑧ Packing #243353 for Body ⑨...
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AKIJet Nozzle Assembly (Part No. ⑦) Nipple and Valve Assembly (Parts Nos.⑨‒⑭) ® ⑦ -1 ⑦-2 ⑬ ⑧ ⑭ ⑦-5 ⑦-6 ⑦ -3 ⑦ -4 ⑩ ⑪ Note: Strainer ⑦-2 is pressed in Nozzle Body ⑨ ⑦-1 and is not detachable. Description Materials Code No. * ⑦-1 Nozzle Body PPS, OPF-W , S303 [⑦-1+⑦-2] ® ⑫ #259684 ⑦-2 Air Strainer S304, S316 ⑦-3 Nozzle Tip S303 ⑦-4 Packing Nozzle Tip ...
Before Installation ①Ensure there is enough compressed air 0.4 kW 36 L/min, Normal per nozzle AKIMist "E" with one nozzle consumes about ® (1.34 SCFM) 36 L/min, Normal of compressed air. per nozzle Supply enough compressed air to produce Dry Fog, ( ) at air pressure in order to avoid wetting of floor and machines. 0.3 MPa ②Use stainless-steel pipes Never use pipes that may rust, or nozzles will clog. ③Use clean air and water Supply clean air and clean water free of impurities. Stainless Steel Hoses Plastic hoses steel pipes pipes Y E S ! N O ! N O ! NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED Make sure there are no loose ...
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④Select appropriate air pipes Pipes that are too thin, too long or have too many bents may cause a loss in air pressure and prevent the forming of Dry Fog. For very long and bent pipes, it is recommended to use pipes one size larger, to make up for a drop in pressure. ⑤Keep piping clean Rust, dirt and debris clog AKIJet nozzles. ® Purge all pipes before use. ℉ ℃ Purge air pipes with clean water. Room Temperature: 2℃ (36℉) ⑥Prevent nozzle freezing 16 (61) 15 (59) 14 (57) Normal Spraying In a cold environment, AKIJet nozzles can freeze 13 (56) ® 12 (54) because of adiabatic expansion. 11 (52) ⑩ (50) Refer to the chart on the right for compressed air 9 (48) 8 (47) and water temperatures to keep the nozzles from 7 (45) freezing when the room temperature is 2℃ (36℉). For example: At a room temperature of 2℃ (36℉) ( )=℉ Freezing and a water temperature of 7℃, the temperature of the compressed air will need to be 10℃ or (℃) higher to prevent the nozzles from freezing.
Installation ①For installation Layout WARNING Make sure no wall or pillar Install the 4 is within four meters (13 ft) AKIMist "E" upright. ® in front of spraying nozzles. Nothing should be placed under the AKIMist "E". ® As main parts are made of plastic, handle AKIMist "E" gently ® WARNING Do not hold the AKIMist "E" in Avoid screwing ® place with the water hose. too tight. The AKIMist "E" should be held in ® place with the air connection. ̶ 9 ̶...
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②Air Line Water (Connect to the air inlet first.) Mounted in the center on the top is the air inlet (1/4″ ). If connected wrong, water will leak from the nozzles. WARNING ③Water Line AKIMist The smaller inlet (1/8″ ) is for the water supply. WARNING Instructions below show how to assemble a standard pipe connection kit available for purchase from IKEUCHI. For any other pipe connection kits available, see the manual for that kit. ② ① ②Air Line ③Water Line ③ ④ Connect in this order Connect in this order ①→②→③→④→⑤→⑥. ①→②→③. ⑥ ① ② ③ Make sure to ⑤ attach the regulator in the correct direction Note: Pipe connection kits are optional and available for purchase. ● For details, refer to a separate manual for each pipe connection kit. ● Remove the protective caps from the air and water inlets before installation. ● ...
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Air pressure ④Operation 0.2‒0.5 MPa (29‒73 psi) Tap water pressure often Keep the air pressure between Water increases at night. ● WARNING pressure If the water pressure is over 0.2 0.2‒0.5 MPa (29‒73 psi). 0.05‒ MPa, water will leak. Keep the water pressure between 0.2 MPa ● Make sure to install a pressure (8‒29 psi) 0.05‒0.2 MPa (8‒29 psi). regulator to keep the water pressure below 0.2 MPa (29 psi). When you detach the AKIMist "E" for maintenance… ® ... close the air and ... disconnect the ...then disconnect water valves... water hose first... the air hose. Note: Before re-installing, make sure the air and water valves are closed. First connect the air hose, then the water hose. ⑤Storing The AKIMist "E" should be stored in a dry and dust-free ® location when not in use for extended periods of time. Before storing, drain the water, disassemble the AKIMist "E" ...
Operation ★Inspect equipment periodically! Perform maintenance on the compressor and air/water purification equipment according to their instruction manual. ★Quick spray ON/OFF Install a solenoid valve immediately before the AKIMist "E" for quick ON/OFF. ® In case a solenoid valve cannot be installed near the AKIMist "E", install an air relief circuit. ® *See page 25 ⑨Selecting Ancillary Devices for an air relief circuit. ★Automatic humidity control! Install a humidity controller, which maintains the required humidity automatically. ★Aim Dry Fog at specific area where humidity needs to be raised! The AE-UT adapter, available for purchase separately, allows for the spray direction to be adjusted as needed, both horizontally and vertically. It can easily be attached and removed by hand. ̶ 1 2 ̶...
Maintenance For safety, close both air and water valves before any maintenance. WARNING ★Disconnect the AKIMist "E" ★Tools required ® from the pipes to perform for maintenance maintenance in a safe place. Flat-head screwdriver Soft cloth AKIMist "E" ® Neutral detergent ̶ 1 3 ̶...
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①Disassembling AKIMist "E" ® ② ① Close the air pressure regulator to stop the air. ① ② Close the valve to stop the water. ③ Disconnect the air coupler by pulling the sleeve ③ ④ Sleev e Sle eve ④ Disconnect the water coupler by pushing the sleeve down. ⑤ Turn the lower portion of body (lower body) ⑥ clockwise. ⑤ Lower Body ⑥ Pull down the lower body. Note: For details of connecting/disconnecting the air and water ● couplers, please refer to the pipe connection kit manual. Be careful as the lower body contains water. ● <Assembling> Reverse the disassembly procedure. ̶ 1 4 ̶...
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②Cleaning AKIJet with Enclosed Cleaning Kit ® <How to disassemble an AKIJet nozzle> ® ① Turn the nozzle body ⑦-1 ⑦- 1 counterclockwise to detach Nozzle Body the nozzle assembly. ② Turn the hand-screw plug ⑦-6 counterclockwise to remove it. The nozzle tip ⑦-3 will be removed at the same time.* ③ Pull the nozzle tip ⑦-3 off the hand-screw plug ⑦-6 by hand. ⑦-6 Caution: Nozzle Tip ⑦ -3 Hand-screw Be careful not to lose the small parts. ● ⑦ -4 Packing Plug Never remove the packing ⑦-4 from the hand-screw ● plug ⑦-6, it is impossible to reassemble. The nozzle tip is the most important and delicate ● part. Any damage to the tip can harm the performance of the nozzle. Tooth- *If the nozzle tip is left inside the nozzle body, use pick something soft like a tooth-pick to push the tip out ...
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Here is a quick video on cleaning of AKIMist nozzles. Open the cleaning kit and take out the needle and brush after step ❶. Insert from Never insert the the back of needle from the top the nozzle tip of the nozzle Insert the brush into the Gently wipe the nozzle nozzle body as shown, twist tip with a cloth it inside and push in and moistened with neutral out several times to remove detergent. dirt and debris. Then, purge Always push the needle with compressed air. The nozzle tip, especially the through from the back of extreme tip and orifice, is the If dirt and debris are hard to the nozzle tip to remove most delicate part. Rough remove, wet the brush with handling can damage the plastic dirt and debris, then purge neutral detergent and repeat tip and harm the nozzle with compressed air. the process. performance. ̶ 1 6 ̶...
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Purge the middle hole and the nozzle tip insertion area with compressed air. ̶ 1 7 ̶...
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<How to assemble AKIJet nozzle> ® First attach the nozzle tip ⑦-3 to the plug ⑦-6, and screw them into the nozzle body No tc h e s ⑦-1. G u id e s Make sure the two notches of the nozzle tip slide over the guides inside the nozzle body, then screw it in. If the nozzle tip does not fit, stop twisting, reassemble and try again. CAUTION The nozzle tip is very thin and delicate. ● Be careful not to hit it on a hard object or surface. If there seems to be resistance or something inside the nozzle body, ● stop screwing, pull out the nozzle tip, and clean the nozzle body again. Do not force the nozzle tip in. Do not use a broken or damaged nozzle tip, this will cause coarse ● atomization and water leakage. ̶ 1 8 ̶...
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③Cleaning Air Strainer ① Twist AKIJet nozzle counterclock- ® wise to detach it from the adaptor. ② To clean the air strainer ⑦-2 in the nozzle, wipe off dust with a soft cloth. Note: The air strainer ⑦-2 is fixed inside the nozzle body ⑦-1 and is NOT detachable. <How to connect the nozzle to the adaptor> Fit the grooves of the nozzle over the guides of the adaptor, push the nozzle down, and then twist it clockwise until tight. ̶ 1 9 ̶...
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④Component Service Life Components Code No. Estimated Service Life Packing for Nozzle ⑦-4 O-ring for Nozzle ⑦-5 #208659 Two years Hand-screw Plug ⑦-6 FKM Packing for Body ⑧ #243353 Five years Note: Service life varies depending on operational conditions. ● It is recommended to replace parts ahead of the end of service life. ● Parts ⑦-4, ⑦-5, and ⑦-6 are sold as one component (Code #208659). ● ̶ 2 0 ̶...
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⑤Cleaning Water Strainer AKIMist "E" has a water strainer installed in the liquid nipple. ® ❶ Remove Liquid Nipple. ❷ Remove Liquid Coupler. Liquid Coupler ⑯ Liquid Nipple ⑪ Hold the humidifier body firmly and Liquid Nipple ⑪ turn the liquid nipple ⑪ Hold the liquid nipple ⑪ and turn the counterclockwise to remove. liquid coupler ⑯ counterclockwise to The liquid nipple ⑪ will come off with the remove. liquid coupler ⑯ attached. ̶ 2 1 ̶...
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❸ Remove Strainer. ❹ Clean Strainer Screen. With a flat-head screwdriver unscrew Purge the strainer screen ⑭ with the strainer from inside the liquid nipple. compressed air or wash with water until clean. *Outside of strainer screen may be dirty. *Be careful not to lose strainer. ̶ 2 2 ̶...
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⑥Cleaning Liquid Nipple and Needle Valve The needle valve is located under the liquid nipple, inside the upper body of the humidifier. ❶ Cleaning Liquid Nipple ❷ Cleaning Needle Valve Valve Seat ⑩ Needle Valve ⑨ Remove any dirt on the thread of the liquid nipple with a tooth-pick and/or compressed air. Remove the needle valve, with the valve Wipe the top part of the liquid nipple, which seat, from the humidifier body for cleaning. is in contact with the needle valve, with Wash with water or wipe with a soft cloth, a soft cloth and purge with compressed air. then purge with compressed air. ̶ 2 3 ̶...
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⑦Reassembling Water Strainer and Needle Valve Insert the needle valve, with the valve seat, into the upper body of the humidifier and reverse the disassembly instructions on pages 21 and 22. Valve Seat ⑩ Needle Valve ⑨ Use caution with the needle valve direction when inserting as shown above. ̶ 2 4 ̶...
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Selecting Ancillary Devices Humidity Sensor Humidity Controller For minimal maintenance and long life, supply clean air, purified water, and use these ancillary devices. Water Tank Water Deionizer Accumulator Pipe Connection Kit Water Pressure Regulator Water Purifier Water Filter AKIMist "E" ® Air Relief Circuit (Solenoid Valve for air relief) Strainer Solenoid Valve (for spray ON/OFF) Air Relief Circuit Air Tank If the solenoid valve unit has to be installed too...
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☆For easy installation Pipe Connection Kits Please see pages 29 and 30. We have two types of connection kits: Hanging down type that comes with or without a plate; and Wall mounting type. ☆Must be installed ・ Air Compressor For supply of clean compressed air. ・ Air Filter (Filtration: 0.3 μm) For removal of foreign particles from compressed air. ・ Oil Filter (Filtration: 0.3 μm) For removal of oil mist, dust and moisture contents from compressed air. ・ Air Tank For stable air supply. ・ Water Strainer (150 mesh) For removal of foreign particles from water. ・ Water Filter (Filtration: 5 μm) For water filtration. ・ Water Pressure Regulator For control of proper water pressure. ☆For easier ・ RO Water Purifier For removal of calcium, magnesium maintenance and silica from water. ☆For high grade ・ Water Deionizer For high grade purified water purified water (using ion-exchange resin) in clean room.
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Ancillary Devices Humidity Controller Maintain desired humidity any time, day or night. ● [Compact Digital display of [Digital Type] Digital display of present Humidity ● ● Digital Type] present humidity and humidity and target humidity. Sensor target humidity. A single controller can ● Compact size to fit control up to four zones ● For sensing anywhere. spread over a wide area ● humidity and individually. Includes a humidity (RHC-D) ● transmitting a sensor. Accuracy: ±3% ● signal to the Accuracy: ±3% Voltage: 100‒110 VAC or controller. ● ● (RHC-C11) 200‒220 VAC Voltage: 100‒240 VAC...
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Air Filter Oil Filter For removal of moisture For removal of oil mist, dust and ● ● contents and dust over 0.3 moisture contents over 0.3 μm μm from compressed air to from compressed air with make air clean. micro-fiber. Available in a variety of sizes Filter element must be replaced ● ● if differential pressure increases to 0.1 MPa. Available in a variety of sizes ● Water Pressure Regulator Water Strainer For control of water pressure. For removal of foreign particles ● ● over 0.1 mm from water. Set pressure: 0.01‒0.2 MPa (Mesh size 150) ̶ 2 8 ̶...
Troubleshooting If you have trouble, stop air and water supply and check the following. Troubles Probable Causes Solutions 1. No spray Set air pressure to 0.2‒0.5 MPa 1) Air pressure is too low. or stops (29‒73 psi) spraying 2) Stop plug ⑦ is loose. Tighten stop plug ⑦ properly. after a 3) Pressure regulator is not functioning properly. Check flow direction of pressure regulator. short time Check power source, wiring, and flow 4) Solenoid valve is not functioning properly. direction of solenoid valve or replace. 5) Strainer in liquid nipple is clogged. Clean strainer screen ⑭ (See p.21‒22). Replace a set of Part# ⑦-4‒⑦-6 6) Packing ⑦-4 inside the nozzle is improperly seated. (CODE #208659) (see p.6, 15‒18, 20). 2. Irregular or intermittent 7) Nozzle is clogged. Clean nozzle (see p.15‒18). spray 8) Packing between nozzle and adaptor is improperly set or worn. Set packing ⑧ properly or replace. 9) Nozzle orifice is frozen. Install air heating equipment. 3. Liquid dripping 1) Dust around the nozzle orifice. Clean the nozzle orifice (see p.15‒18). from nozzle Reduce liquid pressure below ...
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Troubles Probable Causes Solutions 4. Spray is 1) Air and liquid connection is reversed. Connect correctly (see p.10). coarse 2) Stop plug ⑦ is loose. Tighten stop plug ⑦ properly. Make sure the pipe size is correct, and that 3) Air piping is inadequate, twisted or throttled. there are no twists or throttles (see p.8). Set air pressure to 0.2‒0.5 MPa 4) Air pressure is too low. (29‒73 psi) 5) Air filter on air pipe is clogged. Clean or replace air filter. 6) Air strainer ⑦-2 is clogged. Clean or replace air strainer (see p.19). 7) Solenoid valve is clogged. Clean or replace solenoid valve. 8) Nozzle tip is deformed. Replace tip assembly (see p.6, 15, 18). 5. Coarse spray or Install solenoid valve immediately before 1) Solenoid valve is not installed near AKIMist "E". liquid dripping ® AKIMist "E", or install an air relief circuit. when stopping ® 6. Liquid dripping Reduce liquid pressure below 1) Liquid pressure is too high. from humidifier 0.2 MPa (see p.11).
Maintenance and Inspection Maintain all equipment according to their instruction manuals. Inspection Cycle Inspection Item Content Daily Confirm that air pressure is 0.2‒0.5 MPa when (29‒73 psi) 1) Air pressure gauge spraying. Check drain water volume and confirm it is within upper 2) Air filter limit. Confirm that ON/OFF control of solenoid valve is working correctly. 3) Solenoid valve Also check humidity controller operation at the same time. Periodical 1) Elements of air filter and oil filter Clean with neutral detergent once a month. 2) Element of water strainer Clean with water and purge with compressed air once a month. Off-season 1) Purge compressed air and water from pipes Air and water must be purged at end of usage season. Before and after use, wash and purge them with 2) Elements of air filter and water strainer compressed air. Check there is no rust before use. 3) Purge all pipes Before and after use, purge them with compressed air. ★Consumable Parts Components Estimated service life Elements of air filter and oil filter Two (2) years Element of water strainer Four (4) years Diaphragm of pressure regulator Two (2) years Plunger of solenoid valve Five (5) years ̶...
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