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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Manual No. AETN-2̲231010E Dry Fog Humidifiers AKIMist "E" TN Instruction Manual C O N T E N T S ● Introduction P. 1 ● List of Enclosed Items P. 2 ● Precautions P. 3 ● Construction and Component Parts P. 5 ● Before Installation P. 7 ● Installation P. 9 ● Operation ... -
Page 2: Introduction
１ Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Dry Fog Humidifier AKIMist "E" TN. Please read this Instruction Manual carefully for information about the construction and use of the AKIMist Dry Fog Humidifier in order to ensure optimal performance. After reading, please keep this manual close to the AKIMist "E" system for easy reference. ̶ 1 ̶... -
Page 3: List Of Enclosed Items
List of Enclosed Items ★Check that all items below are enclosed. 【AKIMist "E" TN】 【AKI03C-TN Special Cleaning Kit】 AKIJet nozzle Page 16 shows how to use Protective cap this cleaning kit. To place an order, use the code #243917. The number of nozzles mounted differs by AE 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" TN unit. ● Protective caps are placed on the nozzles. Please remove before use. ● ̶ 2 ̶... -
Page 4: Precautions
Precautions Over 0.4 MPa N O ! N O ! (58 psi) Keep air pressure at 0.2‒0.5 MPa (29‒73 psi) and liquid pressure at 0.05‒0.4 MPa (8‒58 psi). WARNING N O ! N O ! Liquid AKIMist "E" TN may detach from pipes under high pressure. Over 0.5 MPa Use a pressure regulator to keep the air pressure within the appropriate operating range. Liquid may leak under high pressure. Use a pressure regulator to N O ! N O ! keep the liquid pressure between 0.05‒0.4 MPa. Liquid The recommended setting is at approximately 0.1 MPa. Never disassemble while air and liquid valves are open. WARNING Before disassembling, close both air and liquid valves. N O ! N O ! If liquid valve is open, liquid will leak. It is dangerous to ... - Page 5 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" TN 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 nozzle as shown on P.15‒19. Never disassemble AKIMist "E" TN 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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Page 6: Construction And Component Parts
Construction and Component Parts Description Materials Code No. ① Upper Body PP, Titanium (TB340) ①② ② Top Cover #244227 ⑨⑩⑪ [①‒④] ③ Valve Lever ⑫⑬ ④ Lever Pin Titanium (TB340) ⑦⑧ ⑤ Lower Body #243536 ⑥ Float #205888 AKIJet 03C Nozzle ⑦ See next page #243518 AKI03C(AE)PPSOPFW-TN ⑦ Stop Plug #208662 ⑦ ⑧ Packing for body #243353 ⑨... - Page 7 AKIJet Nozzle Assembly (Part No.⑦) Nipple and Valve Assembly (Parts Nos.⑨‒⑬) ⑦ -1 ⑦- 2 ⑧ ⑬ 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. ＊ PPS, OPF-W ⑦-1 Nozzle Body Ⓡ Titanium (TB340) ⑫ #243529 ⑦-2 Air Strainer Stainless steel 304 ＊ Nozzle Tip ⑦-3 Nozzle Tip OPF-W Ⓡ ⑦-4 Packing [⑦-3‒⑦-6] #246596 ⑦-5 O-ring...
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Page 8: Before Installation
Before Installation ①Ensure there is enough compressed air 0.4 kW 29 L/min, Normal per nozzle AKIMist "E" TN with one nozzle consumes about (1.08 SCFM) 29 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 for air supply Never use pipes that may rust, or nozzles will clog. ③Use clean air and liquid Supply clean air and clean liquid Stainless Steel Hoses Plastic hoses free of impurities. steel pipes pipes Y E S ! N O ! N O ! NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED Make sure there are no loose connections or cracks on pipes and plastic hoses! CAUTION ̶... - Page 9 ④Select appropriate air pipes Pipes that are too thin, too long or have too many bends 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, grime and chips clog AKIJet nozzle. Purge all pipes before use. Purge air pipes with clean water. ℉ ℃ Room temperature: 2℃ (36℉) ⑥Prevent nozzle freezing 16 (61) 15 (59) Normal Spraying 14 (57) 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. (℉) Water temperature ̶ 8 ̶...
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Page 10: Installation
Installation ①For installation Layout WARNING Make sure no wall or pillar Install the 4 is within four meters (13 ft) AKIMist "E" TN in front of spraying nozzles. upright. Nothing should be placed under the AKIMist "E" TN. As main parts are made of plastic, handle AKIMist "E" TN gently WARNING Do not hold the AKIMist "E" TN Avoid screwing in place with the liquid hose. too tight. The AKIMist "E" TN should be held in place with the air connection. ̶ 9 ̶... - Page 11 ②Installation Mounted in the center on the top is the air inlet (1/4″ ). The smaller inlet (1/8″ ) is for the liquid supply. Liquid Rc1/4″ Rc1/8″ (Female thread) If air and liquid connection is reversed, (Female thread) liquid (coarse spray) is spouted out from WARNING the nozzles. Double check that air and liquid are connected correctly. ̶ 1 0 ̶...
- Page 12 ③Operation Keep the air pressure between Air pressure Liquid pressure 0.2‒0.5 MPa (29‒73 psi). 0.2‒0.5 MPa 0.05‒0.4 MPa (29‒73 psi) (8‒58 psi) Keep the liquid pressure between 0.05‒0.4 MPa (8‒58 psi). When you detach the AKIMist "E" TN for maintenance… Close both air and liquid valves before disassembling. 0 MPa 0 MPa ④Storing The AKIMist "E" TN should be stored in a dry and dust-free location when not in use for extended periods of time. Before storing, drain the liquid, disassemble the AKIMist and clean the nozzles, then put it back together. ̶ 11 ̶...
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Page 13: Operation
Operation ★Inspect equipment periodically! Perform maintenance on the compressor and air/liquid treatment equipment according to their instruction manual. ★Quick spray ON/OFF Install a solenoid valve immediately before the AKIMist "E" TN for quick ON/OFF. ★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 ̶... -
Page 14: Maintenance
Maintenance For safety, close both air and liquid valves before any maintenance. WARNING ★Disconnect the AKIMist "E" TN from ★Tools required for the pipes to perform maintenance in maintenance a safe place. 12 mm spanner (wrench) Phillips-head screwdriver Soft cloth AKIMist "E" TN Neutral detergent ̶ 1 3 ̶... - Page 15 ①Disassembling AKIMist "E" TN ① Close the valves to stop air and liquid, then disconnect AKIMist "E" TN. ② Turn the lower portion of body (lower body) clockwise. ③ Lower Body ③ Pull down the lower body. ② Note: Be careful as the lower body contains liquid. <Assembling> Reverse the disassembly procedure. ̶ 1 4 ̶...
- Page 16 ②Cleaning AKIJet with Enclosed Cleaning Kit ⑦- 1 <How to disassemble an AKIJet nozzle> Nozzle Body ① Turn the nozzle body ⑦-1 counter- clockwise to detach 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. ⑦ -６ Nozzle Tip ⑦ -３ ③ Pull the nozzle tip ⑦-3 off the Hand-screw Plug ⑦- 4 hand-screw plug ⑦-6 by hand. Packing Note: Be careful not to lose the small parts. ● The plastic nozzle tip is fragile and must be handled with care. ● Never hit the top of the nozzle tip with a hard object or on a hard surface. Never remove the packing ⑦-4 from the hand-screw plug ⑦-6, it is impossible to reassemble. ● ̶ 1 5 ̶...
- Page 17 Here is a quick If the problem persists after cleaning, video on cleaning of AKIMist nozzles. replace the nozzle or nozzle tip set. 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 out moistened with neutral several times to remove dirt detergent. and debris. Then, purge with Always push the needle 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 most delicate part. Rough the nozzle tip to remove 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 ̶...
- Page 18 Purge the middle hole and the nozzle tip insertion area with compressed air. ̶ 1 7 ̶...
- Page 19 <How to assemble AKIJet nozzle> First attach the nozzle tip ⑦-3 to the plug No tc h e s ⑦-6, and screw them into the nozzle body G u id e s ⑦-1. 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 made of very thin plastic. ● 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 liquid leakage. ̶ 1 8 ̶...
- Page 20 ③Cleaning Air Strainer ① Twist AKIJet nozzle counterclockwise 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 ̶...
- Page 21 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 ̶...
- Page 22 ⑤Replacement of Filter AKIMist "E" TN has a filter ⑬ installed in the liquid nipple ⑪. ❶ Remove Liquid Nipple. When flow becomes partially clogged, replace the filter. Dedicated cleaning kit (enclosed) includes a spare filter and a screw. Use the screw to remove and insert the filter. Hold the humidifier body firmly and turn the liquid nipple counterclockwise with a spanner to remove it. ̶ 2 1 ̶...
- Page 23 ❷ Remove Filter. Filter ⑬ Liquid Nipple ⑪ Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, Hold the screw with pliers and screw in the provided screw into the pull out the filter. filter by 2‒3 turns. ̶ 2 2 ̶...
- Page 24 ❸ Insert Filter. Filter Place a new filter on the head of the screw and push the liquid nipple down to fit. ̶ 2 3 ̶...
- Page 25 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 a Wash with water or wipe with a soft cloth, soft cloth and purge with compressed air. then purge with compressed air. ̶ 2 4 ̶...
- Page 26 ⑦Reassembling Needle Valve and Liquid Nipple Insert the needle valve, with the valve seat, into the upper body of the humidifier before attaching the liquid nipple. Valve Seat ⑩ Needle Valve ⑨ Use caution with the needle valve orientation when inserting as shown above. ̶ 2 5 ̶...
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you have trouble, stop air and liquid supply and check the following. Troubles Probable Causes Solutions 1. No spray 1) Air pressure is too low. Set air pressure at 0.2‒0.5 MPa (29‒73 psi). or stops 2) Stop plug ⑦ is loose. Tighten stop plug ⑦ properly. spraying 3) Pressure regulator is not functioning properly. Check flow direction of pressure regulator. after a Check power source, wiring, and flow short time 4) Solenoid valve is not functioning properly. direction of solenoid valve or replace. 5) Filter ⑬ in liquid nipple ⑪ is clogged. Replace Filter ⑬. (See p.21‒23） Replace a set of Part# ⑦-4‒⑦-6 6) Packing ⑦-4 inside the nozzle is improperly (CODE #208659). (See p.6, 15‒18, 20） seated. 2. Irregular or intermittent 7) Nozzle ⑦ 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. Install air heating equipment. 9) Nozzle orifice is frozen. 3. Liquid dripping 1) Dust around the nozzle orifice. Clean the nozzle orifice (see p.15‒18） . from nozzle ... - Page 28 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 inadequate, twisted or throttled. there are no twists or throttles (see p.8） . 4) Air pressure is too low. Set air pressure at 0.2‒0.5 MPa (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 nozzle tip set. (See p.6,15,18） 5. Coarse spray or 1) Solenoid valve is not installed near AKIMist Install solenoid valve at immediate before liquid dripping "E" TN. AKIMist "E" TN, or install an air relief circuit. when stopping 6. Liquid dripping Reduce liquid pressure below 0.4 MPa 1) Liquid pressure is too high. from humidifier (see p.11） . [58 psi] body 2) Needle valve ⑨, with valve seat ⑩, not ...
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Page 29: Maintenance And Inspection
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 (29‒73 psi) 1) Air pressure gauge when spraying. Check drain water volume and confirm it is within upper 2) Air filter limit. Periodical 1) Elements of air filter and oil filter Clean with neutral detergent once a month. Off-season 1) Purge compressed air and liquid from pipes Air and liquid must be purged at end of usage season. Before and after use, wash and purge them with compressed 2) Elements of air filter air. Check there is no rust before use. 3) Purge all pipes Before and after use, purge them with compressed air. ★Consumable Parts Estimated service life Components Two (2) years Elements of air filter and oil filter Two (2) years Diaphragm of pressure regulator Five (5) years Plunger of solenoid valve ̶ 2 8 ̶... -
Page 30: Specifications
Specifications AE-1 AE-2 AE-3 AE-4 Model No. (03C) TN (03C) TN (03C) TN (03C) TN Number of nozzle(s) mounted Dimensions (width x height) 109x110 mm (4.3″ x4.3″ ) 125x110 mm (5.0″ x4.3″ ) 230 g （0.50 Lb） 240 g （0.53 Lb） 250 g （0.55 Lb） 260 g （0.57 Lb） Mass 250 g （0.55 Lb） 260 g （0.57 Lb） 270 g （0.60 Lb） 280 g （0.62 Lb） Loaded Spray volume 2.4 L/hr 4.8 L/hr 7.2 L/hr 9.6 L/hr (0.63 GPH) (1.27 GPH) - Page 31 MEMO...
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