DRI-AIR INDUSTRIES, INC. The ARID-X dryer series is a dual bed design that provides a DRYER OPERATION/ constant supply of dry air to the material hopper. While one FEATURES bed is removing moisture from the process air the other is regenerating by heating the desiccant to a high temperature.
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INDUSTRIES, INC. DRYER OPERATION/ FEATURES (Cont.) Dryer Controls The ARID-X series can be supplied with the standard PLC Control Module or the advanced Microprocessor Control Module, while the HP4-X series is only available with the Microprocessor Control Module. The PLC Control module includes a PLC control board, display board, temperature controller and touch pad that is programmed for the drying cycle described above.
S A FE TY TH ER M A L TO H O P P E R P R O C E S S H E AT E R (A P D 5-9) Page 6 OPERATING MANUAL - ARID-X , HP4-X 18-100 FM DRYERS Revision 10/8/02...
F O R P L C C O N T R O L O N LY T O H O P P E R P R O C E S S H E AT E R (H P D 5 -9 ) OPERATING MANUAL - ARID-X, HP4-X 18-100 FM DRYERS Page 7 Revision 10/8/02...
EXPANDER BD REV C PO WER U N U SED U N U SED H I TEM P M AIN SAFETY TEM P 50-300 N O N H .P. OPERATING MANUAL - ARID-X, HP4-X 18-100 FM DRYERS Page 9 Revision 10/8/02...
DRI-AIR INDUSTRIES, INC. For all Dri-Air models except ARID-X 10, AHM-1, & PDII INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Electrical Connection: Open electrical access door on the front of the machine by turning the disconnect off and turning the lower clamping screw 1/2 turn counterclockwise. Locate the disconnect by following the operating handle down to the electrical panel.
Press SET again to enter the new temperature. If the display flashes, the temperature is out of the control range. If the display shows 0000 the thermocouple is not connected or is faulty. OPERATING MANUAL - ARID-X, HP4-X 18-100 FM DRYERS Page 11 Revision 10/8/02...
For a more detailed explanation of the features and operation of the Microprocessor Controller, please consult the Microprocessor Control Operating manual enclosed with this unit. Page 12 OPERATING MANUAL - ARID-X , HP4-X 18-100 FM DRYERS Revision 10/8/02...
5. Operating Conditions: a. Check the process temperature. It should not be set below 140° F (60° C) because the unit will go into high temp alarm. OPERATING MANUAL - ARID-X, HP4-X 18-100 FM DRYERS Page 13 Revision 10/8/02...
A. Check fuses on power board B. Check solid state relays on power board. C. Check that the air flow is correct. D. Check blower rotation E. Check heater for continuity. Page 14 OPERATING MANUAL - ARID-X , HP4-X 18-100 FM DRYERS Revision 10/8/02...
DO NOT PUT FINGERS INTO VALVE WITH POWER ON Check all electrical connections to make sure they are tight. Contact factory with the serial number of the dryer for a replacement valve. OPERATING MANUAL - ARID-X, HP4-X 18-100 FM DRYERS Page 15 Revision 10/8/02...
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