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U S E R G U I D E UGD028-0107 Carousel Plus Dryer Models 150, 200, 300, and 400 with DC-1 Controls INTRODUCTION • Purpose of the User Guide • How the guide is organized • Your responsibilities as a user •...
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* NOTE: Displayed upon initialization, during power up, or on a data tag inside the door. DISCLAIMER: The Conair Group, Inc., shall not be liable for errors contained in this User Guide or for incidental, consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this information.
Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s I n t r o d u c t i o n Purpose of the user guide ....... . 1-2 How the guide is organized .
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Connecting air hose adapters ......3-12 Connecting the aftercooler ......3-13 Mounting a loader on the hopper .
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Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Before beginning........6-2 A few words of caution .
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Appendix Cleaning the precooler coils ......C-1 Appendix Cleaning the volatile trap on the demister (Optional) ... D-1 l Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s...
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S E C T I O N I n t r o d u c t i o n P u r p o s e o f t h e u s e r g u i d e ....1 - 2 H o w t h e g u i d e i s o r g a n i z e d .
P u r p o s e o f t h e U s e r G u i d e This User Guide describes the Conair Carousel Plus W Series Dryers and explains step-by-step how to install, operate, maintain, and repair this equipment.
U s i n g t h e C a r o u s e l P l u s W S e r i e s a s a C e n t r a l D r y e r This manual incorporates the information necessary to use the Conair W Series Dryer as a central dryer. Throughout this manual, information particular to cen- tral dyer application of the W series dryer is called out by the following treat- ment.
AT T E N T I O N : R e a d t h i s s o n o o n e g e t s h u r t We design equipment with the user’s safety in mind. You can avoid the potential hazards identified on this machine by following the procedures outlined below and elsewhere in the User Guide.
Lockout is the preferred method of isolating machines or equipment from energy sources. Your Conair product is equipped with the lockout device pictured below. To use the lockout device: Stop or turn off the equipment.
S E C T I O N D e s c r i p t i o n W h a t i s t h e C a r o u s e l P l u s W s e r i e s d r y e r ? . . . 2 - 2 Ty p i c a l a p p l i c a t i o n s .
Dryer on the floor; hopper on the throat. Hopper on a floor stand; the dryer next to it. Dryer and hopper on a mobile floor stand (MDC version 150 and 200 only). Central dryer with ResinWorks system. The W dryer can be used successfully in applications that require: •...
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Dryer Options • Dewpoint monitor / dewpoint control • Audible and visual alarm • Temperature setback MDC Options (Models 150 & 200 only) • Non dry air conveying • Machine loading only • Self-loading (machine and hopper loading) D e s c r i p t i o n l...
H o w I t Wo r k s The W dryer achieves continuous, closed loop drying by passing air simultaneous- ly through two heaters and a continuously rotating desiccant wheel. ROCESS RYING YCLE The process blower pulls moist air from the top of the drying hopper. The air pass- es through the process filter (and optional aftercooler, if installed) into the desic- cant wheel, where moisture is removed.
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H o w I t Wo r k s ( c o n t i n u e d ) PROCESS PROCESS PROTECTION REGENERATION PROCESS BLOWER HEATER BOX HIGH TEMP SHUTOFF REGENERATION AIR FILTER HIGH TEMP SHUTOFF REGENERATION HEATER REGENERATION HOPPER DESICCANT WHEEL...
† Dryers running at 50 HZ will have 17% less airflow, and a 17% reduction in material throughput. Specifications may change without notice. Consult a Conair representative for the most current information. TPDS018-0705-REV 2 - 6 l D e s c r i p t i o n...
C a r o u s e l P l u s W S e r i e s D r y e r O p t i o n s • Volatile trap (only in conjunction with aftercooler) - The volatile trap is recommended if drying materials that produce volatile that condense into a waxy or oily residue and/or if the material contains excessive fines.
U n p a c k i n g t h e B o x e s The Carousel Plus W Series Dryer comes in one to four boxes, depending on the model and options ordered. The boxes could include (depending on the options selected): •...
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Central dryer, with ResinWorks system. ✐ NOTE: Conair also sells an MDC (dryer and hopper on a mobile floor stand with convey- ing capabilities) version of this dryer in the 150 and 200 Models. Contact Conair Sales for additional information.
P r e p a r i n g f o r I n s t a l l a t i o n The Carousel Plus W Series Dryer is easy to install if you plan the location and prepare the mounting area properly.
Po s i t i o n i n g t h e D r y e r o n t h e F l o o r Lift the dryer from the shipping container using a fork truck. Position the dryer on the floor near the processing machine. Make sure the location allows for the connection of all hoses.
C o n n e c t i n g t h e M a i n Po w e r CAUTION: Always disconnect and lock out the main power sources before making electri- cal connections. Electrical connections should be made only by qualified personnel. Open the dryer’s electrical enclosure.
C h e c k i n g f o r P r o p e r A i r F l o w This procedure is needed on W-50 through 100 models if the phase detection option was not ordered with the dryer. IMPORTANT: This step must be performed before the dryer’s air hoses are connected to the hopper or before loading material into the hopper.
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C h e c k i n g f o r P r o p e r A i r F l o w ( c o n t i n u e d ) ✐ Press the START button. Hold your hand near the delivery air Start NOTE: If the dryer is running for outlet.
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( c o n t i n u e d ) ✐ INSTALLATION NOTE: Models 150, 200, 300, and 400 These models use a three-phase process blower. If the dryer shuts down and a Process Loop Break shutdown alarm (A2) is indicated within the first few minutes of operation, check for proper air flow or check the Process RTD for proper installation.
W 150 has a 2 1/2 inch {63.5 mm} inlet and outlet hose connections. W 200, W 300 and W 400 have a 5 inch {127 mm} inlet and outlet hose connec- tions. If your dryer hose connection and your hopper hose connection are not the same size, you will need a hose adapter.
C o n n e c t i n g A i r H o s e A d a p t e r s Depending on the hopper you purchased you may need to install an air hose adapter to connect the hopper to your dryer. To connect the air hose adapter: Place high temperature gasket half way down over the dryer outlet to the hopper.
C o n n e c t i n g t h e A f t e r c o o l e r ( O p t i o n a l ) The aftercooler and optional precooler require a source of city, tower, or chiller water and a discharge or return line.
M o u n t i n g a L o a d e r o n t h e H o p p e r ✐ NOTE: Check to make sure cable tie has been If you have a Conair loader or vacuum receiver, removed from desic- you can use the flange and mounting clips provid- cant wheel ed on the top of the hopper.
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Te s t i n g t h e I n s t a l l a t i o n ( c o n t i n u e d ) Start Press the START button. If everything is installed correctly: •...
C a r o u s e l P l u s W S e r i e s D r y e r C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n s Dryer functions are values that you can set or monitor.
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Display Menu Setpoint Actual Number Display Display ✐ NOTE: Screens 1-4 are only displayed during initialization. 5 1 CNT DRY When supplied for central drying applications, these control functions are not available. Control function only available for MDC only. ✐ NOTE: Gray areas designate parameters associated with options.
C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s F u n c t i o n S c r e e n Once power is turned on, this screen is SCREEN 1 displayed for 5 seconds while the control...
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This screen shows the amount of time the SCREEN 9 (MDC Option 150 & conveying blower will run. Based on the 200 only) position of the demand sensor in the mate- ----- rial receiver, this time may need adjusted.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n If the dryer has the setback on temperature SCREEN 10 (Setback...
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n If the dryer has the dewpoint monitor SCREEN 13 (Dewpoint...
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450 ° F {232 ° C}, howev- (Screen 5) The range is 100 - 450 ° er Conair does not rec- {38 - 232 ° ommend a setpoint limit SCREEN 17 (Set up Screen) over 375 ° F {191 °...
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754. This screen shows the time delay setting SCREEN 20 (Set up Screen) for the conveying blower on the MDC. MDC Option (Models 150 & 200 This is the minimum time the MDC will only) Control function only wait before starting another load cycle.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n Screens 15-27 require access code 754.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n Screens 15-27 require access code 754.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n Screen 28-43 require access code 755.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n Screen 28-43 require access code 755.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n Screen 28-43 require access code 755.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n Access code 756 required.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n S c r e e n Screen 45-49 require access code 754.
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C o n t r o l F u n c t i o n D e s c r i p t i o n s ( c o n t i n u e d ) F u n c t i o n Screen 45-49 require access code 754.
To S t a r t D r y i n g Make sure there is material in the hopper. Turn on the main power to the dryer Make sure the dryer’s disconnect dial is in the ON position. This powers up the control and the display lights will illuminate.
To S t a r t D r y i n g ( c o n t i n u e d ) Start Press the START button. If everything is installed correctly: • The green light on the start button will illuminate. •...
U s i n g t h e A u t o S t a r t C o u n t d o w n F u n c t i o n The countdown function allows the user to set the W Wheel dryer to automati- cally start at a predetermined time.
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This is your current high setpoint limit. Press (+) or (-) keys to set a new high setpoint limit. ✐ NOTE: Conair is not responsi- ✒ ble for damage caused by Tip: We recommend that you set your high setpoint limit 10° higher than your maxi- excessively high drying mum high temperature setpoint.
U s i n g D e w p o i n t C o n t r o l Dewpoint control is a feature that can help you to reduce energy consumption. It does this by varying the temperature of the regeneration air from its default set- point of 350 F {177 C}, to maintain a setpoint that you have entered on the...
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U s i n g t h e S e t b a c k Fe a t u r e ( O p t i o n a l ) The setback function available on the Carousel Plus W series dryer with DC-1 control is designed to save you money on energy costs and keep you from over drying your material.
240° F {116° C} 135° F {57° C} 180° F {82° C} 300° F {149° C} 160° F {71° C} 200° F {93° C} 340° F {171° C} 180° F {82° C} 220° F {104° C} To turn off the setback option: Enter the access code 754 (see Screen 14).
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S e t b a c k Fe a t u r e G u i d e l i n e s ( O p t i o n a l ) ( c o n t i n u e d ) A recommended way to determine the “Setback Return Temperature”...
S E C T I O N M a i n t e n a n c e P r e v e n t a t i v e m a i n t e n a n c e c h e c k l i s t ..5 - 2 C h e c k i n g t h e d e w p o i n t .
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P r e v e n t a t i v e M a i n t e n a n c e C h e c k l i s t Routine maintenance will ensure optimum operation and performance of the W Series Dryer.
Even if your dryer has a dewpoint readout, comparing it to a NOTE: Portable dewpoint moni- portable instrument periodically will confirm that the dewpoint sensor and readout tors purchased from Conair are is performing properly. provided with a male connector...
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C h e c k i n g t h e D e w p o i n t ( c o n t i n u e d ) Turn on the portable instrument, and ensure there is positive airflow through the sensor.
C l e a n i n g t h e H o p p e r CAUTION: Hot surfaces. Always protect yourself from hot surfaces inside and out- side the dryer and drying hopper. The hopper, spreader cone, and discharge assembly should be cleaned thoroughly between material changes to prevent resin contamination.
C l e a n i n g t h e P r o c e s s F i l t e r Clogged filters reduce air flow and dryer efficiency. Cleaning frequency depends on how much material you process and how dusty or full of fines it is. Push in on the sides to release the tabs on the front cover.
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C l e a n i n g t h e P r o c e s s F i l t e r ( c o n t i n u e d ) Remove outer filter and clean it with soapy water. Let air dry.
C l e a n i n g t h e R e g e n e r a t i o n F i l t e r Clogged filters reduce air flow and dryer efficiency. Cleaning frequency depends on how much material you process and how dusty or full of fines it is.
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C l e a n i n g t h e R e g e n e r a t i o n F i l t e r ( c o n t i n u e d ) Clean dust, fines, and dirt from the filter, or replace it with a new filter.
C l e a n i n g t h e A f t e r c o o l e r C o i l s The aftercooler coils will need to be kept clean to keep the aftercooler working efficiently.
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C l e a n i n g t h e A f t e r c o o l e r C o i l s Clean the assembly using a mild soap and water. Let the assembly dry thoroughly before installation. In severe situations, steam cleaning or use of solvents maybe necessary.
C l e a n i n g t h e P r e c o o l e r C o i l s If you have the optional precooler, you need to clean the cooling coils to keep them working efficiently.
B e f o r e B e g i n n i n g ✐ You can avoid most problems by following the recommended installation and NOTE: Use of test maintenance procedures outlined in this User Guide. If you do have a problem, mode screens 28-43 this section will help you determine what caused it and how to fix it.
B e f o r e B e g i n n i n g ( c o n t i n u e d ) ❏ Find the wiring and equipment diagrams that were shipped with your dryer. These diagrams are the best reference for correct- ing a problem.
H o w t o I d e n t i f y t h e C a u s e o f a P r o b l e m ✐ NOTE: Pushing the Dryer alarms are indicated by an illuminated Acknowledge Alarm light on the W Series Dryer control panel.
A l a r m s A problem can trigger two types of alarms: • Shutdown (A#): If the red Acknowledge Alarm LED is blinking, the alarm is a shutdown alarm. The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detected a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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The output on the control board has Replace the control board or the fuse. setpoint for the specified time. failed or the fuse has blown. Defaults are 200°F {93°C} for 20 seconds. The regeneration RTD is loose or has Check the regeneration RTD and tighten fallen out.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A l a r m s • Shutdown (A#): The dryer has automatically shut down because it has detect- ed a serious problem that could damage your material or dryer. • Passive (P#): The dryer continues to operate, but warns of a problem that could prevent correct drying of your material.
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A d d i t i o n a l A l a r m s Along with the alarm indicators, you may encounter additional messages that indicate a problem within the control. Problem Possible cause Solution CoS Er.4 or Co5 Er. 4 - The dryer will continue to run if there is Push the alarm acknowledgement button Displayed when the “Start”...
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A d d i t i o n a l A l a r m s Along with the alarm indicators, you may encounter additional messages that indicate a problem within the control. Problem Possible cause Solution Er. H - There is a problem in Defect in the main control board.
Conair Parts at (800) 458 1960 for the addition of a volatile trap. Analog option board/sensor malfunction Verify dryer dewpoint readings with a calibrated portable dewpoint meter.
If your Conair dryer is equipped with the Setback feature, you should familiarize yourself with it, and make use of it. If not, you may want to contact Conair to determine if it can be added to your dryer.
Po o r M a t e r i a l D r y i n g Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g ( c o n t i n u e d ) Once it is determined which of the four requirements that is not being satisfied, refer to the following list and possible causes and solutions.
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Po o r M a t e r i a l D r y i n g Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g ( c o n t i n u e d ) Residence Time - The time your material supplier has determined that the material in use must be heated to its drying temperature to achieve proper drying.
Po o r M a t e r i a l D r y i n g Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g ( c o n t i n u e d ) Airflow - The airflow in the process drying circuit must be adequate to carry and distribute the heat throughout the entire bed of material inside the hopper.
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From outside of the have a dewpoint readout, you can check the dewpoint with a portable dewpoint United States, call: (814) 437 6861 instrument. Conair sells a variety of portable dewpoint meters. Contact Conair Parts. Problem Possible cause Solution Dryer dewpoint is not Low regeneration temperature.
R e p l a c i n g F u s e s Disconnect and lockout the main power supply. Open the electrical enclosure door. Check the fuse. If necessary, pull the fuse out and replace it with a fuse of the same type and rating.
C h e c k i n g H e a t e r S o l i d S t a t e R e l a y s Disconnect and lockout the main power supply. Open the electrical enclosure. Locate the process or regeneration relays.
C h e c k i n g o r R e p l a c i n g Te m p e r a t u r e S e n s o r s The Carousel Plus W series dryer uses RTD sensors to monitor the temperatures of the drying air, the return air, the regeneration outlet, the regeneration inlet, process protection and setback at the outlet heater of the hopper if the option is installed.
R e p l a c i n g t h e H e a t e r s R e g e n e r a t i o n H e a t e r Tu b e Stop the dryer, disconnect the power, and follow proper lockout procedures.
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R e p l a c i n g t h e H e a t e r s R e g e n e r a t i o n H e a t e r Tu b e ( c o n t i n u e d ) Connect the hose and clamp to the bottom of the new regeneration heater tube.
Open or remove the right side panel of the dryer, as viewed from the control panel, to gain access to the process heater. Process W-200 - 400 models - Open Heater the electrical enclosure. Refer to the wiring diagram of...
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Put the original insulation back on the heater tube. Apply duct tape to the seam that was cut during removal. W-200 - 400 models - Route the heater wires with the existing harness to the control box. Put petroleum jelly on the tips of the cables, and push them through the holes in the control box.
R e p l a c i n g t h e D e s i c c a n t W h e e l When desiccant becomes clogged or contaminated, you should replace the desic- cant wheel to ensure optimum performance. Stop the dryer, disconnect the power, and follow proper lockout procedures.
We ’ r e H e r e t o H e l p Conair has made the largest investment in customer support in the plastics indus- Additional manuals and prints for your Conair equipment may be try. Our service experts are available to help with any problem you might have ordered through the Customer installing and operating your equipment.
(except for parts that are typically replaced after normal usage, such as filters, liner plates, etc.). Conair’s guarantee is limited to replacing, at our option, the part or parts determined by us to be defective after examination. The customer assumes the cost of transportation of the part or parts to and from the factory.
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I n s t a l l i n g a P r e c o o l e r ( O p t i o n a l ) You can add a precooler to the Carousel Plus W Series Dryer by ordering the optional precooler assembly.
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I n s t a l l i n g a P r e c o o l e r ( O p t i o n a l ) ( c o n t i n u e d ) Prepare the precooler for installation.
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C l e a n i n g t h e P r e c o o l e r C o i l s The optional precooler coils will need to be kept clean to keep the precooler working efficiently. Cleaning frequency depends on the type and amount of material you process.
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C l e a n i n g t h e P r e c o o l e r C o i l s Clean the assembly using a mild soap and water. Let the assembly dry thoroughly before installation. In severe situations, steam cleaning or use of solvents maybe necessary.
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C l e a n i n g t h e Vo l a t i l e Tr a p o n t h e D e m i s t e r Stop the dryer and lockout the main power. Remove the thumbscrews then remove the volatile demister cover.
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