Airstream PNEG-343 Operation And Service Manual

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I R S T R E A M

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RYER OPERATION

A N D S E R V I C E M A N U A L

R A I N

O N D I T I O N I N G

Y S T E M S

PNEG-343

1300 SERIES

THREE FAN PORTABLE

DRYER MODELS

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Page 1 I R S T R E A M R A I N O N D I T I O N I N G Y S T E M S 1 9 9 4 1 9 9 4 1 9 9 4 1 9 9 4 1 9 9 4 RYER OPERATION...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
1300 SERIES DRYER OPERATION AND SERVICE TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty........................4 Safety First........................5 Safety Alert Decals.......................6 Safety Precautions.......................7 Dryer Control Panel Featuring The Electronic Monitoring Control........8 Safety Circuit Shutdown Messages..............13 Dryer Pre Start Checks....................14 Pre Season Inspection..................14 Dryer Start Up & Operation..................18 Continuous Flow And Continuous Batch Start Up Procedures......18 Continuous Flow Metering Roll Settings...............19 Fan &...
Page 4: Warranty
Systems, Inc. reserves the right to Grain Systems, Inc. before the al- thorizations; in no event shall liabil- make design or specification teration is made. Airstream Service Technician checks the wiring on a single module grain dryer.
Page 5: Safety First
SAFETY FIRST Grain Systems, Inc.'s principle con- stand safe operating proceedures tions exist, and to inform all person- cern is your safety and the safety of and some problems which may be nel associated with the equipment others associated with grain han- encountered by the operator and or who are in the dryer area.
Page 6: Safety Alert Decals
SAFETY ALERT DECALS Three decals displayed on all Airstream Dryers. Belt drives, chain driven meter rolls and combustible fuels must be treated with caution.
Page 7: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS USE CAUTION 1. Read and understand the operating manual before trying to operate the IN THE OPERATION dryer. OF THIS EQUIPMENT 2. Never operate the dryer while the guards are removed. The design and manufacture of this dryer is directed toward operator 3.
Page 8: Dryer Control Panel Featuring The Electronic Monitoring Control
DRYER CONTROL PANEL Figure 1: The grain dryer control panel with the Electronic Monitoring Control System in the upper right panel. DRYER CONTROL PANEL FEATURING THE ELECTRONIC MONITORING CONTROL SYSTEM MOISTURE CONTROL information regarding dryer operation. The control panel provides easy access SWITCH to gauges and controls, and the illumi- MOISTURE CONTROL...
Page 9 DRYER CONTROL PANEL CONTROL POWER FAN SWITCHES ture control switch is on, and the dry SWITCH ing mode switch is turned to cont. Each fan is turned on or off with The power to the Electronic Moni- flow, the metering roll speed will op- this switch.
Page 10 • Set the speed of the metering rolls nents can be operated by turning the button to reset the dryer before during continuous flow operation drying mode switch to continuous restarting. The Airstream Dryer Control Panel mounted on the dryer.
Page 11 To activate may be modified as described in the time on each timer is displayed on the controller press the reset button. batch timer section. the screen. If the power goes out or Figure 2: The Airstream Electronic Monitoring Control System...
Page 12 DRYER CONTROL PANEL The Airstream Electronic Monitoring Control System showing several different LCD displays. DRYER SAFETY CIRCUIT SETTING THE LOAD AND bushels dried on the third line. By UNLOAD DELAYS pressing the bph/rpm/total bu but- The Electronic Monitoring Control The load delay is used to delay the...
Page 13: Safety Circuit Shutdown Messages
DRYER CONTROL PANEL SAFETY CIRCUIT SHUTDOWN MESSAGES LOWER ADJUSTABLE METERING ROLL DRIVE BURNER 1, 2 OR 3 VAPOR GRAIN HIGH SYSTEM FAILURE HIGH TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE The metering roll drive system has The LP gas vapor temperature sensor An over temperature condition has oc- failed to turn.
Page 14: Dryer Pre Start Checks
DRYER PRE START CHECKS PRE SEASON INSPECTION Before the dryer is filled, thoroughly inspect the unit and check the op- eration of the dryer as follows. INSPECT THE METERING ROLLS Open all metering roll access doors and inspect each compartment for any bolts, nuts or other foreign ma- terial, that may cause possible jam- ming of the metering rolls.
Page 15 DRYER PRE START CHECKS iary is wired to the dryer, it should start and rotate in the proper direction. MOISTURE CONTROL THERMOSTAT To check the moisture control ther- mostat leave the unloading switch on one speed, and slowly turn down the moisture control thermostat.
Page 16 DRYER PRE START CHECKS crease the speed. Make sure the purge delay of approximately 10 fire pressure settings. Use the drive chain tension is properly ad- seconds. Gas pressure should be pressure regulator for hi-fire and justed and all sections of the meter- shown on the gauge.
Page 17: Dryer Shutdown
DRYER PRE START CHECKS All dryer functions should be checked before operation each season. DRYER SHUTDOWN Turn on the electric shut off valve to slightly decease gas pressure with allow fuel flow to the dryer, if so the lo-fire control valve. If the gas To shut down the dryer, first close pressure is decreased too much a equipped.
Page 18: Dryer Start Up & Operation
DRYER START UP CONTINUOUS FLOW AND CONTINUOUS BATCH START UP PROCEDURE At the beginning of each harvest and allow the electronic fuel shutoff 6. The dryer should already be before filling the dryer with grain valve to be manually opened filled with grain.
Page 19: Continuous Flow Metering Roll Settings
DRYER START UP & OPERATION 1300 SERIES CONTINUOUS FLOW METERING ROLL SETTINGS Full Heat Initial 2 Speed Moisture Approx. 2 Speed Moisture High Removed Dry Time 1 Speed 2 pts. 16 min. 3 pts. 21 min. 4 pts. 26 min 5 pts.
Page 20: Continuous Flow Metering Roll Settings
DRYER START UP & OPERATION CONTINUOUS FLOW METERING ROLL SETTINGS* Dry & Cool Initial 2 Speed Moisture Approx. 2 Speed Moisture High Removed Dry Time 1 Speed 2 pts. 18 min. 3 pts. 24 min. 4 pts. 30 min 5 pts. 35 min.
Page 21 DRYER START UP 11. To move grain through the dryer 6. Turn the fan switch to auto. The burner and all augers will stop turn the moisture control switch fan will start, and the switch will immediately. to on. The switch will light up. light up when airflow is detected.
Page 22: Fan & Heater Switch Settings
DRYER START UP & OPERATION the position of the switch is cor- matically shut down during the setting programmed into the cooling and unloading cycles. rected. system, turn the moisture con- trol setting to off. To use the au- 14. To shutdown the dryer, close the 11.
Page 23: Batch Timer Settings
DRYER START UP & OPERATION 1300 SERIES BATCH TIMER SETTINGS Dry & Cool Full Heat Fan(s) on Manual Burner(s) on Auto Fan & Burner Switche(s) on Manual Initial Moisture Approx. Approx. Moisture Removed Dry Time Cool Unload* Dry Time Cool Unload* 2 pts.
Page 24: Staged Auto Batch Timer Settings
DRYER START UP & OPERATION 1300 SERIES STAGED BATCH TIMER SETTINGS Dry & Cool Full Heat #2 Fan on Manual #2 Burner on Auto Fan & Burner Switch(s) on Manual #1 Fan on Manual #1 Burner on Off Initial Moisture Approx.
Page 25: 1300 Series Dryer Service Guide
1300 SERIES SERVICE GUIDE...
Page 26: Seasonal Inspection And Service
SERVICE SEASONAL INSPECTION AND SERVICE The dryer is made of weather resis- tional weight can seriously effect accumulation of moisture within the tant material, and is designed to re- the balance, and result in harmful windings, the fan and auger motors quire a minimum of service.
Page 27: Suggested Lubricants
SERVICE SUGGESTED LUBRICANTS Insulation Class Consistency Type Grease Frame Type A & B Medium Polyurea Shell Dolium R 215T & Smaller A & B Medium Polyurea Shell Dolium R 254 & Larger F & H Medium Polyurea Shell Dolium R Note: All of the auger and me- 4.
Page 28: Fan Propellor Removal And Installation
SERVICE FAN PROPELLOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Capscrews installed The fan propellor is secured to the through threaded motor shaft by the use of a taper- holes of bushing lock bushing, motor shaft key and three cap screws. CAUTION: Although the taper-lock method of retaining the propellor Fan Hub onto the motor shaft is simple, it is...
Page 29: Fan Motor Removal And Installation
SERVICE FAN MOTOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION trol box, and disconnect the motor if required, between motor base In the event of motor failure, remove lead wires from within the box. and plate. Reinstall motor mount the motor as described, and take it to the nearest service station.
Page 30: Heater Parts Removal And Installation
SERVICE HEATER PARTS REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Most of the heater parts can be re- b. Disconnect gas solenoid valve b. Use a dependable brand of moved by simply identifying any at- coils. Be sure to mark which one high temperature pipe caulking tached wiring, and then disconnect- goes where.
Page 31: Metering Roll Servicing
SERVICE METERING ROLL SERVICING adjustment as it is completely controlled from the control box. 3. Speed reducer gear box: The direct drive gear box provides the required speed reduction, and transmits power to the me- tering rolls through a drive chain arrangement.
Page 32: How To Determine A Metering Roll Problem
SERVICE HOW TO DETERMINE A METERING ROLL PROBLEM To determine if the metering prob- lem is from blockage, perform the following test with the power off. Remove the drive chain by loos- ening the motor mounting bolts. Refer to photo, and place a pipe wrench on the hub of the roller chain sprocket, on the left hand metering roll at the drive end of the dryer.
Page 33: 1300 Series Wiring Diagrams
1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS...
Page 34 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS INPUT/OUTPUT BOARD TERMINAL IDENTIFICATION...
Page 35 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS 1300 SERIES WIRING TO CONTROL BOX...
Page 36 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS 1300 SERIES CONTROL WIRING...
Page 37 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS 1300 SERIES SAFETY WIRING DIAGRAM...
Page 38 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS 1300 SERIES FRONT PANEL INTERNAL WIRING...
Page 39 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS 1300 SERIES FRONT PANEL EXTERNAL WIRING...
Page 40 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS DRYER FAN CAN CONTROL WIRING...
Page 41 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS 1300 SERIES 220 VOLT SINGLE PHASE CONTROL WIRING...
Page 42 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS 1300 SERIES 220 VOLT 3 PHASE POWER WIRING...
Page 43 1300 SERIES WIRING DIAGRAMS 1300 SERIES 440 VOLT 3 PHASE POWER WIRING...
Page 44: Trouble Analysis Procedure
TROUBLE ANALYSIS PROCEDURE A multimeter is required for some of • The safety circuit is 12 volts DC CAUTION: When making high volt- the following checkout procedures. • When checking these circuits, age tests with "live" circuits, be ex- Before performing any tests, check measure voltage between the cir tremely careful.
Page 45 TROUBLE ANALYSIS PROCEDURE Problem Possible Cause Display shows "BURNER 1, 2 OR 3 VAPOR HIGH The LP gas vapor temperature sensor located in the gas TEMPERATURE" message.* train downstream from the vaporizor has opened, indicating that the vaporizer is running too hot and must be read- justed.
Page 46 TROUBLE ANALYSIS PROCEDURE Problem Possible Cause Display shows "FAN 1, 2 OR 3 FAILURE-NO AIRFLOW" The air switch contacts have opened, indicating the fan message.* may not be turning. The air switch may need adjustment. Display shows "FAN 1, 2 OR 3 CANNOT START-CHECK The air switch contacts have closed prior to the fan AIR SWITCH"...
Page 47 TROUBLE ANALYSIS PROCEDURE Problem Possible Cause Grain not moving through columns. 1. Check the dryer for fine material buildup inside the columns. 2. Avoid leaving the dryer columns full for long periods at a time (2-3 days) while not operating the dryer or during rainy weather.
Page 48 TROUBLE ANALYSIS PROCEDURE Problem Possible Cause Burner operates-But will not cycle from hi-fire to lo-fire. 1. Check the gas pressure reading on the gauge. Problem may be due to insufficient gas regulator setting. Tempo- rarily decrease the hi-lo fire thermostat setting to verify that the thermostat will function and cause the burner to cycle.
Page 49: Quick Reference Guide
• Safety circuit shutdown log ton to move from feature to feature. or only the bottom fan will operate. • Dryer model number Dryer owner and Airstream associates check the Electronic Monitoring Control System.
Page 50: Notes
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