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Altec AIR RAD-0025-1 User Manual

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Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series
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Models covered:
RAD-0025 through RAD-2000
RHT-0010 through RHT-0120
100514920 – Rev. Y

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  • Page 1 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Models covered: RAD-0025 through RAD-2000 RHT-0010 through RHT-0120 100514920 – Rev. Y...

  • Page 2: Welcome & Congratulations

    1. Welcome & Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a new Altec AIR Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryer! We here at Altec AIR are very proud of our products and we are committed to providing you with the best value and service possible.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5.5 Air Dryer Function Overview ..... 12 11.2 Accessories ........37 6. Installing Your Air Dryer ....14 11.3 Ordering Parts from Altec AIR ..38 12. Contacting Altec AIR ..... 39 6.1 Safety & Warning Information ..14 6.2 Before You Begin ....... 15 12.1 General ...........

  • Page 4: Safety & Warning Information

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 4. Safety & Warning Information This section contains general information about safety and warning points to consider and adhere to during installation, operation, and maintenance of your Air Dryer. PLEASE READ THIS SECTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY OPERATION OR PROCEDURE ON YOUR AIR DRYER.
  • Page 5 Dryer section will ensure optimal performance over the lifecycle of your Air Dryer. Performing procedures not recommended by Altec AIR or installing components not supplied by Altec AIR is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. 100514920 – Rev. Y...

  • Page 6: Overview & Specifications

    Any other use is considered improper. Altec AIR will not be responsible for any problem due to improper use. The outlet air from this product is not intended for use in breathing, food, or other sterile applications.

  • Page 7: Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryer Models

    • D: Digital Scroll Compressor ** • P: Programmable Timer • Z: Zero-Loss Drain ** ** Selections may not be available at time of print. Please contact Altec AIR for more information. 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 7 of 60...

  • Page 8: Technical Specifications

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 5.4 Technical Specifications 5.4.1 Air Dryer Conditions Information RAD-0025 RAD-0400 RHT-0010 RHT-0100 RAD- RAD- through through through through 0250/0300 1500/2000 RAD-0200 RAD-1250 RHT-0080 RHT-0120 Max Inlet Air Temperature (F) Max Inlet Air...
  • Page 9 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC RAD & RHT Model Electrical Information Charge Cord/Plug Model Voltage (oz) Type RAD-0025-1 NEMA 5- 115V-1Ph-60Hz RHT-0010-1 RAD-0040-1 NEMA 5- 115V-1Ph-60Hz RHT-0015-1 RAD-0055-1 NEMA 5- 115V-1Ph-60Hz RHT-0020-1 RAD-0075-1 NEMA 5-...
  • Page 10 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC RAD-0500-5 575V-3Ph-60Hz 3-1/2 RAD-0600-3 230V-3Ph-60Hz 11.4 11.6 3-1/2 RAD-0600-4 460V-3Ph-60Hz 3-1/2 RAD-0600-5 575V-3Ph-60Hz 3-1/2 RAD-0750-4 460V-3Ph-60Hz 4-1/2 RAD-0750-5 575V-3Ph-60Hz 4-1/2 No Cord RAD-1000-4 460V-3Ph-60Hz 10.1 RAD-1000-5 575V-3Ph-60Hz Plug RAD-1250-4 460V-3Ph-60Hz 11.5...
  • Page 11 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC RLA: Rated Load Amps – maximum current the Air Dryer should draw from the supply under any operating conditions. LRA: Locked-Rotor Amperage – The highest current the Air Dryer draws from the supply when power is first applied MCA: Minimum Circuit Amps –...

  • Page 12: Air Dryer Function Overview

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 5.5 Air Dryer Function Overview 5.5.1 Functional Flow Diagram RAD-0025 through RAD-0055, RHT-0010 through RHT-0020 5.5.2 Functional Flow Diagram RAD-0075 through RAD-0200, RHT-0030 through RHT-0080 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 12 of 60...
  • Page 13 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 5.5.3 Functional Flow Diagram RAD-0250 through RAD-0300, RHT-0100 through RHT-0120 5.5.4 Functional Flow Diagram RAD-0400 through RAD-2000 Component Description Accumulator Prevents liquid refrigerant from entering the compressor Condenser & Fan...

  • Page 14: Installing Your Air Dryer

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 6. Installing Your Air Dryer 6.1 Safety & Warning Information WARNING! This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of...

  • Page 15: Before You Begin

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 6.2 Before You Begin The Air Dryer cannot be tilted on its side or upside-down during shipping. Upon arrival check the Air Dryer for damage. Inspect the pressure gauge through the box cutout and ensure the gauge does not read zero.
  • Page 16 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC Tubing used must be secured as the condensate is discharged at the system pressure. Connect the condensate drain port to a collection point and dispose of condensate in compliance to local regulations. Condensate may contain oil particles from the compressor air.

  • Page 17: Installation Configuration

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 6.3 Installation Configuration Figure 1: Wet Air Receiver Tank Set-Up (For illustration purposes only, actual dryer configuration will vary depending on inlet/outlet configurations) Figure 2: Dry Air Receiver Tank Set-Up (For illustration purposes only, actual dryer configuration...

  • Page 18: Included Contents

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 6.4 Included Contents Items included with the Air Dryer: (1) Refrigerated Air Dryer (1) User’s Guide (4) Latch Keys RAD-0075 through RAD-1250, RHT-0030 through RHT-0120 6.5 Required Tools and Materials •...
  • Page 19 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 6.6.6 Install plumbing from the Inlet and the Outlet of the Air Dryer to the proper air compressor setup 6.6.7 Route the Condensate Drain Line to an environmentally approved disposal system per local regulations.
  • Page 20 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 6.6.16 Verify the Condenser Fan Motors are operating • Fan 1 R449a Dryers: On at 250 PSIG, Off at 200 PSIG • Fan 2 R449a Dryers: On at 300 PSIG, Off at 250 PSIG 6.6.17 Confirm that condensate is discharging from the Condensate Drain based...

  • Page 21: Registering Your Air Dryer

    Altec AIR, LLC 7. Registering Your Air Dryer Please take a moment to register your Altec AIR Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryer. Registering is necessary to activate the Limited Warranty on your product. Once you register, you are eligible to receive free technical support, as well as updates concerning your Altec AIR products.

  • Page 22: Operating Your Air Dryer

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 8. Operating Your Air Dryer 8.1 Air Dryer Access 8.1.1 To remove Side Panel, unlock Latches using Latch Keys included with the Air Dryer. Press Latch down and pull outward and up. To replace Side Panel, line up bottom tab and tilt panel inward.

  • Page 23: Drain Valve Operations

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 8.2.2 Important measurements to note: • Evaporating temperature • Low side pressure • High side pressure 8.3 Drain Valve Operations If your unit is equipped with the zero loss drain (Option -Z or -D), please refer to the operating your drain section 13.3.

  • Page 24: Hot Gas Bypass Valve Adjustments (Hgbv)

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC Clean the Filter and replace. Open the Drain Valve and resume normal operation. 8.4 Hot Gas Bypass Valve Adjustments (HGBV) 8.4.1 Attach refrigerant gauges to the Air Dryer. 8.4.2 Allow Air Dryer to operate for 15 minutes after running under the compressed air load.

  • Page 25: Thermostatic Expansion Valve Adjustments (Txv)

    8.6.3 Replace Air Dryer Panels. 9. Maintaining Your Air Dryer To ensure that your Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryer continues to operate efficiently and reliably, Altec AIR recommends performing the following maintenance procedures at the specified time intervals. 100514920 – Rev. Y...

  • Page 26: Safety & Warning Information

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 9.1 Safety & Warning Information WARNING! Extreme care should be exercised to avoid contact with live electrical circuits. Many procedures performed during installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of this Air Dryer require the equipment to be running, creating a situation for potential electrical shock.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Your Air Dryer

    PLEASE READ THIS SECTION FIRST. It is important that you use the following sections in order to diagnose and attempt to fix the problem with your Air Dryer before placing a call to Altec AIR Technical Support. This troubleshooting guide is intended to simplify the isolation of problems, present possible causes, provide test procedures for verification, and suggest corrective actions to restore the Air Dryer back to normal operation.

  • Page 28: Safety & Warning Information

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 10.2 Safety & Warning Information WARNING! For your safety, all the information in this User’s Guide must be followed to minimize the risk of electrical shock, and prevent property damage or personal injury.

  • Page 29: Warranty

    Your Dryer section will ensure optimal performance over the lifecycle of your Air Dryer. Performing procedures not recommended by Altec AIR or installing components not supplied by Altec AIR is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. 10.3 Air Dryer Not Performing – High Outlet Dew Point...

  • Page 30: Contacting Altec Air Technical Support

    Altec AIR, LLC 10.5 Contacting Altec AIR Technical Support Please read the Before You Call Altec AIR section (10.1 10.1 ) Once you have exhausted all the potential problems and solutions covered in the Troubleshooting Your Air Dryer section, and you still require further assistance to...

  • Page 31: Replacement Parts & Accessories

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 11. Replacement Parts & Accessories 11.1 Air Dryer Diagram, Image, Explosion w/ Part List RAD-0025 through RAD-0055 and RHT-0010 through RHT-0020 RAD-0075 through RAD-0200 and RHT-0030 through RHT-0080 100514920 – Rev. Y...
  • Page 32 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC RAD-0250 through RAD-0300 and RHT-0100 through RHT-0120 RAD-0400 through RAD-2000 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 32 of 60...
  • Page 33 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 11.1.1 Single Phase Units Replacement Parts Ref# Description 100514889 100514875 Heat Exchanger Assembly 100514891 100514898 100521723 100513579 100513571 Heat Exchanger 100513568 100513569 100513518 Hot Gas Bypass 100513519 100513276 High Pressure Shutdown...
  • Page 34 Power Cord 100520958 Power Plug 100512710 Power switch 100514964 100513398 Filter Drier 100513377 100514911 HE Cover Plate 100514912 Rubber Foot 100516244 Drain Bulkhead 100518729 NOTE 1: Call Altec AIR for replacement part number 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 34 of 60...
  • Page 35 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 11.1.2 Three Phase Units Replacement Parts Ref. Description 100515026 100515033 100520385 Heat 100520388 Exchanger 100520375 Assembly 100520497 100520632 100520633 100513276 Hot Gas 100513384 Bypass 100513272 High Pressure 100513517 Shutdown Suction...
  • Page 36 X X X X 100510862 X X X X X X X X X X Contactor 120 VAC NOT E 1 Contactor 100510861 X 230 VAC NOTE 1: Call Altec AIR for replacement part number 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 36 of 60...

  • Page 37: Accessories

    APT-3 RHT-0100* – RHT-0120* *Aftermarket timer can ONLY be installed on units built after a certain date. Please contact Altec AIR (Section 11.3) to confirm this option is available for your unit. Reference AAPN-000086. 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 37 of 60...

  • Page 38: Ordering Parts From Altec Air

    RAD-0250/0300 unit. Reference AAPN- 102. 11.3 Ordering Parts from Altec AIR Once you have identified your required parts and accessories, contact the Altec AIR Inside Sales / Service department to order: (800) 521-5351 (option 2) Fax –...

  • Page 39: Contacting Altec Air

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 12. Contacting Altec AIR 12.1 General Altec AIR, LLC 226A Commerce Street Broomfield, Colorado 80020 (800) 521-5351 (303) 427-3700 Fax – (303) 657-2233 info@AltecAIR.com www.AltecAIR.com 12.2 Sales (800) 521-5351 (option 2) Fax –...

  • Page 40: Appendix

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13. Appendix 13.1 Wiring Diagram 13.1.1 RAD-0025 through RAD-0055 and RHT-0010 through RHT-0020 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 40 of 60...
  • Page 41 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.1.2 RAD-0075 through RAD-0200 and RHT-0030 through RHT-0080 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 41 of 60...
  • Page 42 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.1.3 RAD-0250 through RAD-0300 and RHT-0100 through RHT-0120 (230V) 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 42 of 60...
  • Page 43 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.1.4 RAD-0250 through RAD-0300 and RHT-0100 through RHT-0120 (460/575V) 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 43 of 60...
  • Page 44 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.1.5 RAD-0400 through RAD-0600 (230V) 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 44 of 60...
  • Page 45 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.1.6 RAD-0400-D through RAD-600-D (230V) and RAD-0400-D through RAD-2000-D (460/575V) 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 45 of 60...
  • Page 46 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.1.7 RAD-0400 through RAD-2000 (460/575V) *Contact Tech Support For Units Built Prior To Aug 1, 2024 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 46 of 60...

  • Page 47: P Series Timer - Add On Option

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.2 P Series Timer – Add on Option 13.2.1 Programming Your Timer 13.2.1.1 Front View 13.2.1.2 Key Functions PR / - Program key to view & edit programs & As ESC key - Day selection &...
  • Page 48 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.2.1.4 DST & Date Settings • During Run mode, press H+ with M+ to enter ‘dAtE’ menu. Press M+/ to enter this menu. Edit YY, ∏t & dt using D+ or H+.
  • Page 49 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.2.1.5 Manual Override & Mode Description Press MAN key to toggle between- AUTO: As per set program. ON AUTO: Manual ON up to next ON event. AUTO OFF: Manual OFF up to next OFF event.

  • Page 50: Keypad Lock

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC Screen 3: Press D+ stepwise for day selection as given below. Mon to Sun is default setting. 1. MO TU WE TH FR SA SU (All Weekdays) 2. MO TU WE TH FR SA (Exclude Sunday) 3.
  • Page 51 Timer has All of the above Contact Altec AIR technical Malfunctioned support (800) 521-5351 13.2.2.2 Frequently Asked Questions 1. QUESTION: In event of power failure, do I lose all my programs? 1.

  • Page 52: Zero Loss Drain - Add On Option

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.3 Zero Loss Drain – Add on Option 13.3.1 Operating Your Drain 13.3.1.1 Pressurize the condensate drain as follows: • Ensure the drain has been installed properly. • Make sure the plant system is pressurized.
  • Page 53 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC Operating Status Description Value Alarm The condensate drain is disconnected from Supply Voltage the power supply. The operating functions Constant Missing are deactivated. An alarm signal is remotely transmitted outside.
  • Page 54 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.3.3.1 Refer to the troubleshooting matrix or contact the Altec AIR technical support team at (800) 521-5351. Error Reason Solution Check the supply shut-off valve of the condensate There is no condensate in the condensate drain: •...
  • Page 55 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.3.4 Maintaining Your Drain 13.3.4.1 The following section provides a recommended preventative maintenance schedule, kit, and instructions to ensure that your drain continues to operate at its peak performance. Please refer to the Operating your drain section for unit depressurization prior to any maintenance work being performed.
  • Page 56 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.3.4.5 Repair/Replacement of wear and tear items and cleaning of drain: • Open the condensate drain, unscrewing the 4 M6x25 screws (pos. 12) as well as the M3x10 screws (pos. 13) and remove the valve assembly (pos.
  • Page 57 Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.3.4.6 CSED models exploded view diagram: 100514920 – Rev. Y Page 57 of 60...

  • Page 58: Digital Scroll Option

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 13.4 Digital Scroll Option 13.4.1 The Closed Loop Digital Controller monitors the refrigeration system high side and low side pressures, cycles the condenser fan motors on and off, loads and unloads the digital scroll compressor based on the current heat load (Air flow) going through the dryer.

  • Page 59: Warranty Statement

    Registration Reminder If you haven’t already done so, please take a moment to register your Altec AIR Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryer. Registering is necessary to activate this Limited Warranty on your product. Once you register, you are eligible to receive free technical support, as well as updates concerning your Altec AIR products.

  • Page 60: Notes

    Refrigerated Non-Cycling Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Altec AIR, LLC 15. Notes ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 100514920 –...

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