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Models covered:
P1500W
P1500WLP
P1502W
P1502WLP
P011787 – Rev. J

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  • Page 1 P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide Models covered: P1500W P1500WLP P1502W P1502WLP P011787 – Rev. J...

  • Page 3: Welcome & Congratulations

    1. Welcome & Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a new PUREGAS P1500W Series Air Dryer! We here at PUREGAS are very proud of our products and we are committed to providing you with the best value and service possible.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    8.19 Using the Firmware Screen ..... 54   5.2 Key Features ..........9   8.20 Connecting via SNMP ......56   5.3 P1500W Series Air Dryer Models ....9   5.4 Technical Specifications ......10   9. Testing Your Dryer ........57  ...
  • Page 5 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide     10.2 Six Month Maintenance ......77 13.13 Inconsistent Heatless Dryer Cycling ..91     10.3 8,000 Hour Maintenance ......78 13.14 Compressor Doesn’t Operate ....91   13.15 Compressor Won’t Build Pressure ..92  ...

  • Page 6: Safety & Warning Information

    WARNING! High Noise. PUREGAS air dryers are meant to be installed in an unattended area. Page 6 of 100...
  • Page 7 Dryer section will ensure optimal performance over the lifecycle of your air dryer. IMPORTANT! Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide or installing components not supplied by PUREGAS is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. Page 7 of 100 P011787 – Rev. J...
  • Page 8 (SPD). If an SPD is required it must be supplied by the user. CAUTION! Observe precautions for handling Electrostatic Sensitive Devices. IMPORTANT! Installation of PUREGAS air dryers are intended for network telecommunication facilities (non-customer premises) only. Page 8 of 100 P011787 – Rev. J...

  • Page 9: Overview & Specifications

    5. Overview & Specifications 5.1 Product Description The P1500W Series Air Dryers from PUREGAS are designed to intake wet ambient air and remove the moisture for delivery to applications requiring a constant, on- demand source of dry, pressurized air. This process is fully automatic and will remain consistent with minimal required periodic maintenance.

  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 5.4 Technical Specifications P1500W P1500WLP P1502W P1502WLP Output Normal: Up to 1200 SCFD continuous Capacity Maximum: 1500 SCFD emergency Power 110 - 125 VAC, 208 – 230 VAC, 1 Phase, Requirements 50/60 Hz, 7.0 Amps 50/60 Hz, 3.5 Amps...

  • Page 11: Dryer Function Overview

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 5.5 Dryer Function Overview Component Description Compressor Compresses drawn in ambient air. Unloader Valve Relieves excess Compressor head pressure. Unloader Valve Exhaust Exhausts the air from the Unloader Valve. In-Line Cooler Cools compressed air prior to drying function.

  • Page 12: Installing Your Dryer

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6. Installing Your Dryer 6.1 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 13: Before You Begin

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide WARNING! High Noise. PUREGAS air dryers are meant to be installed in an unattended area. IMPORTANT! Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide or installing components not supplied by PUREGAS is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY.

  • Page 14: Included Contents

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.3 Included Contents (1) P1500W Series Air Dryer (1) Installation Guide (not shown) Package located inside the dryer: (1) 120 VAC Power Cord (for P1500W & P1500WLP models) (1) 220 VAC Power Cord (for P1502W & P1502WLP models) (1) Tee Tube Union (1) User’s Guide (not shown)

  • Page 15: Installation Steps

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.5 Installation Steps 6.5.1 Using a box cutter remove the Dryer from box and all shipping materials. NOTE: If ANY SHIPPING DAMAGE is detected, file a claim with the shipping company prior to continuing the installation procedures.
  • Page 16 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.5.4 Remove the ship-loose contents package. 6.5.5 Remove and discard the three packing foam blocks from around the compressor. 6.5.6 Place the dryer at the desired operating location: • Place the dryer on a leveled surface •...
  • Page 17 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.5.8 Plug AC Power Cord to dryer. 6.5.9 Wire or plug the power cord into: • 110 - 125 VAC power outlet for P1500W & P1500WLP models. • 208 - 230 VAC, 1 phase, power outlet for P1502W & P1502WLP.
  • Page 18 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.5.11.2 Turn the knob until the reading on the pressure gauge is 80 PSI. 6.5.11.3 Push the knob in to lock. 6.5.12 Let the dryer run until the Humidity drops below 2% (may take up to 15 minutes).
  • Page 19 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.5.15 Connect the air supply line to the Outlet Port. NOTE: For all dryers with minimal flow: Install the Tee Tube Union and the Precision Bleed Orifice to maintain a constant air flow. (The orifice was removed in step 6.5.14 ).
  • Page 20 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.5.17 Set the Static Pressure: 6.5.17.1 Pull Static Pressure Regulator knob out. 6.5.17.2 Turn knob until the reading on the pressure gauge is 17 PSI. 6.5.17.3 Push knob in to lock. 6.5.18 Set the Outlet Pressure: 6.5.18.1 Pull the Outlet...
  • Page 21 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.5.18.2 Turn knob until Outlet Pressure (OUTP) reading is at the desired setting. 6.5.18.3 Push knob in to lock (or tighten the retaining nut – LP Models). 6.5.19 Check for air leaks: NOTE: This is a general procedure that can be applied to any fitting or hose that has air pressure in it.

  • Page 22: Installation Checklist

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 6.5.20 Re-install the front panel. 6.5.21 REGISTER YOUR DRYER. See section 7. for details. 6.6 Installation Checklist No shipping damage was detected. Dryer location meets the following requirements: o Well ventilated o Free from abrasive dust or chemicals o Ambient temperature is between 40°...

  • Page 23: Registering Your Dryer

    P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 7. Registering Your Dryer Please take a moment to register your PUREGAS P1500W 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 PUREGAS products.

  • Page 24: Operating Your Dryer

    WARNING! High Noise. PUREGAS air dryers are meant to be installed in an unattended area. IMPORTANT! Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide or installing components not supplied by PUREGAS is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY.

  • Page 25: Connecting Air Supply Line To The Dryer

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.2 Connecting Air Supply Line to the Dryer 8.2.1 Connect the air supply line to the Outlet Port. NOTE: For all dryers with minimal flow: Install the Tee Tube Union and the Precision Bleed Orifice to maintain a constant air flow.

  • Page 26: Powering The Dryer On & Off

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.3 Powering the Dryer ON & OFF CAUTION! Incoming power to dryer must be: • 15 amp service recommended • 10 amp slow blow fuse • 110 - 125 VAC, 50/60 Hz for P1500W & P1500WLP models •...

  • Page 27: Using The Front Panel Display

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.4 Using the Front Panel Display CAUTION! The Display Screen is covered by a clear protective layer that guards against Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). DO NOT REMOVE THIS LAYER. 8.4.1 ALARM LED – Indicates an alarm is present.
  • Page 28 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.4.5 Display Screen - Shows the current dryer readings. Will cycle between the following information screens (unless the HOLD button has been pressed): 8.4.5.1 Tank Screen TANK – Air Tank pressure - fluctuates between 50 – 90 PSI OUTP –...

  • Page 29: Identifying Dryer Alarms

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.5 Identifying Dryer Alarms 8.5.1 High Outlet Pressure Alarm - Occurs when the Outlet Pressure (OUTP) rises above the alarm set point for more than one (1) minute. (Default setting is 12.0 PSI for Standard models / 7.50 PSI for LP models) See section 13.5 for troubleshooting information.
  • Page 30 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.5.4 High Cabinet Temperature Alarm - Occurs when the temperature in the cabinet rises above 120°F for more than ten (10) seconds. If this alarm is present for three (3) minutes or more, the Compressor will SHUTDOWN to protect against damage due to overheating.

  • Page 31: Adjusting & Resetting Dryer Set Points

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6 Adjusting & Resetting Dryer Set Points Dryer Set Points are simply limits programmed for a specific reading. Once this limit is reached (or exceeded) this results in an alarm for that reading. Each of these set points is factory programmed with a default value based on typical usage of the air dryer.
  • Page 32 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6.2 High Outlet Pressure Alarm Set Point (default setting is 12.0 PSI for Standard models / 7.50 PSI for LP models) – 8.6.2.1 Press the Right ( ) Arrow Button to access the Change Value Screen.
  • Page 33 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6.3 Low Outlet Pressure Alarm Set Point (default setting is 6.5 PSI for Standard models / 0.30 PSI for LP models) – 8.6.3.1 Press the Right ( ) Arrow Button to access the Change Value Screen.
  • Page 34 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6.4 High Humidity Alarm Set Point (default setting is 10.0%) – 8.6.4.1 Press the Right ( ) Arrow Button to access the Change Value Screen. 8.6.4.2 Press the Right ( ) &...
  • Page 35 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6.5 High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm Set Point (default setting is 3:00 minutes) – 8.6.5.1 Press the Right ( ) Arrow Button to access the Change Value Screen. 8.6.5.2 Press the Right ( ) &...
  • Page 36 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6.6 Compressor Total Time Reset – The Total Time (TTL TIME) is the time the compressor runs measured in hours since startup or the last time the compressor time counter was reset.
  • Page 37 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6.7 Reset to Factory Values – 8.6.7.1 Press the Left ( ) & Right ( ) Arrow Buttons at the same time. 8.6.7.2 Press the Right ( ) Arrow Button until the...
  • Page 38 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6.9 Startup Delay Set Point (default setting is 0 sec) – The Startup Delay keeps the compressor from turning on immediately when the dryer is powered on for up to 10 seconds. This allows multiple dryers to power on in separate intervals in case of a power loss.

  • Page 39: Open Front Panel

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.6.10 Pressure Gauge – This is an information screen only and will not time-out, returning to the cycling information screens. It also masks air dryer alarms while in use. This screen can be used during air dryer troubleshooting.

  • Page 40: Setting The System Pressure

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.9 Setting the System Pressure With Compressor running: 8.9.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 8.9.2 Pull the Capacity Control Valve knob out. 8.9.3 Turn the knob until the reading on the Pressure Gauge is 80 PSI.

  • Page 41: Setting The Outlet Pressure

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.10.3 Turn knob until the reading on the Pressure Gauge is 17 PSI. 8.10.4 Push knob in to lock. 8.10.5 Close front panel. 8.11 Setting the Outlet Pressure 8.11.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ).

  • Page 42: Terminals

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.12 Connecting to Common Alarm Terminals 8.12.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 8.12.2 Locate the external Common Alarm pins on the Control Board. 8.12.3 Wire the Common Alarm wire pair to the Control Board as required: •...

  • Page 43: Terminals

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.13 Connecting to Power Fail Alarm Terminals 8.13.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 8.13.2 Locate the external Power Fail pins on the Control Board. 8.13.3 Wire the Power Fail Alarm wire pair to the Control Board as required: •...

  • Page 44: Connecting Via Web Browser

    192.168.1.101. This will make the Laptop/PC compatible with the Air Dryer. • Use Internet Explorer (6.0 or newer) or Mozilla Firefox Web Browser. 8.14.1 Type the IP Address of the P1500W Series air Dryer in the Address text box of the web browser.
  • Page 45 Keyword can be made in this screen. • Event Screen - Displays all events such as alarms, changes made, and alarm resets registered by the P1500W Series Air Dryer. This screen is informational only. • Alarm Screen - Displays all the Alarms registered by the P1500W Series Air Dryer.

  • Page 46: Using The Status Screen

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.15 Using the Status Screen Displays the readings and alarms monitored in the P1500W Series Air Dryer. Provides remote ALARM RESET. • Readings are displayed in BLACK unless an alarm is present.
  • Page 47 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.15.1 Resetting an Alarm 8.15.1.1 Click on the ALARM RESET Button to remotely reset Air Dryer alarms displayed on Status Screen. 8.15.1.2 Enter Keyword (default is 123456) 8.15.1.3 Click on SUBMIT Button when done.
  • Page 48 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.15.2 Resetting Compressor Total Run Time 8.15.2.1 Click on the RESET TOTAL RUN TIME Button to remotely reset Compressor Total Run Time displayed on Status Screen. 8.15.2.2 Enter Keyword (default is 123456) 8.15.2.3 Click on SUBMIT Button when done.

  • Page 49: Using The Config Screen

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.16 Using the Config Screen All configuration of Set Points, Setups, and Keyword can be made in this screen. NOTE: Reference Appendix section 14.2 for Limits, Defaults, and Formats. • Values in BLUE represent the current setting.
  • Page 50 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.16.1 Changing a Set Point or Setup value: 8.16.1.1 Click on the value to change. 8.16.1.2 Type in the new value. 8.16.1.3 Click the ACCEPT Button when done. 8.16.1.4 Enter Keyword (default is 123456) 8.16.1.5 Click on SUBMIT Button when done.
  • Page 51 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.16.2 Changing the Keyword 8.16.2.1 Click on CHANGE KEYWORD Button to change the keyword. 8.16.2.2 Type the Old Keyword. 8.16.2.3 Type the New Keyword. 8.16.2.4 Type the Confirm New Keyword. 8.16.2.5 Click on SUBMIT Button to confirm. This will lock in the new setting value.

  • Page 52: Using The Event Screen

    8.17 Using the Event Screen Displays all events such as alarms, changes made, and alarm resets registered by the P1500W Series Air Dryers. This screen is informational only. • Click on the column headings to sort data according to that column.

  • Page 53: Using The Alarm Screen

    P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.18 Using the Alarm Screen Displays all the Alarms registered by the P1500W Series Air Dryers. This screen is informational only. • Click on the column headings to sort data according to that column.

  • Page 54: Using The Firmware Screen

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.19 Using the Firmware Screen Displays the current firmware version and date of the P1500W Series Air Dryers. • Current Version: Displays the current firmware version of the P1500W Air Dryer. • New Version File: Displays the new location and new firmware version chosen.
  • Page 55 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.19.1 Updating the Firmware: 8.19.1.1 Click on BROWSE Button to locate the firmware file. 8.19.1.2 Navigate and select the correct .bin file. Press the OK Button. 8.19.1.3 Click the ACCEPT Button. 8.19.1.4 Enter Keyword (default is 123456) 8.19.1.5 Click on SUBMIT Button when done.

  • Page 56: Connecting Via Snmp

    P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 8.20 Connecting via SNMP Using SNMP to connect and communicate with the P1500W Series Air Dryer is dependant upon the specific SNMP Management software used on your network. This software requires a SNMP Definition & Configuration File (MIB file) in order to properly communicate with the Air Dryer.

  • Page 57: Testing Your Dryer

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9. Testing Your Dryer 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 58: Measuring Compressor Amp Draw

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.2 Measuring Compressor Amp Draw WARNING! Internal surfaces may be hot. Use care when coming into contact with internal components as there is a potential for some these components to become hot when in operation or standby.

  • Page 59: Measuring Compressor Voltage

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.3 Measuring Compressor Voltage WARNING! Extreme care should be exercised to avoid contact with live electrical circuits. It is highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before performing any procedures. 9.3.1 Power the air dryer OFF (section 8.3 ).

  • Page 60: Measuring Incoming Voltage

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.4 Measuring Incoming Voltage WARNING! Extreme care should be exercised to avoid contact with live electrical circuits. It is highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before performing any procedures. 9.4.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ).

  • Page 61: Measuring Voltages At Solid State Relay

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.5 Measuring Voltages at Solid State Relay 9.5.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 9.5.2 Locate the Solid State Relay inside the Dryer at the top of back wall. With the Compressor running: 9.5.3 Use a Voltmeter to measure...
  • Page 62 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide With the Compressor NOT running: 9.5.5 Use a Voltmeter to measure across the AC terminals. Should measure: • 110 - 125 VAC for the P1500W & P1500WLP models • 208 - 230 VAC for the P1502W &...

  • Page 63: Testing Consistent Heatless Dryer Cycling

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.6 Testing Consistent Heatless Dryer Cycling WARNING! Internal surfaces may be hot. Use care when coming into contact with internal components as there is a potential for some of these components to become hot when in operation or standby.
  • Page 64 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.6.4 Place your hand beneath the purge solenoids to feel for purging air. Air should: • Purge from Tower 1 side • Purge from Tower 2 side 30 Seconds later • Purge from Tower 1 side 30 Seconds later •...

  • Page 65: Testing Unloader Valve

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.7 Testing Unloader Valve With the Compressor running: 9.7.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 9.7.2 Locate the Unloader Valve on the left side of the Dryer. 9.7.3 With a 9/16” wrench disconnect hose from the Unloader Valve.

  • Page 66: Measuring Heatless Dryer Solenoid Voltage

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.8 Measuring Heatless Dryer Solenoid Voltage With the Compressor running: 9.8.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 9.8.2 Locate the Heatless Dryer Cycle Timer. The timer has three (3) sets of terminals (from left-to-right): “VALVE”...

  • Page 67: Testing Air Dryer Fan

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.9 Testing Air Dryer Fan NOTE: To test the fan, the cabinet temperature must be above 90° F. 9.9.1 Place your hand outside the dryer to feel for air being blown outwards.

  • Page 68: Testing Compressor On/Off Cycling

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.11 Testing Compressor ON/OFF Cycling 9.11.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 9.11.2 When the Unit Screen (8.4.5.1 ) appears on the display, press the HOLD Button on the Front Panel to freeze that screen.

  • Page 69: Time Alarm

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.12 Testing High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm NOTE: For this test, allow the Display Screen to cycle through the information screens. 9.12.1 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 9.12.2 Start timing when the compressor turns on.

  • Page 70: Testing Humidity Alarm And System Shutdown

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.13 Testing Humidity Alarm and System Shutdown 9.13.1 Power the air dryer OFF. 9.13.2 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 9.13.3 Depressurize the air dryer. 9.13.4 Unscrew and remove the Humidity Sensor from the Humidity Block.
  • Page 71 PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.13.6 Allow the Humidity reading to rise over 10.0% After three (3) minutes, verify that a Humidity Alarm appears and the dryer goes into SHUTDOWN mode. 9.13.7 Replace the Humidity Sensor into the Humidity Block.

  • Page 72: Testing High Outlet Pressure Alarm

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.14 Testing High Outlet Pressure Alarm 9.14.1 Make a note of the current Outlet Pressure (OUTP) reading. 9.14.2 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 9.14.3 Pull the Outlet Pressure Regulator knob out (or loosen the retaining nut –...

  • Page 73: Testing Low Outlet Pressure Alarm

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.15 Testing Low Outlet Pressure Alarm 9.15.1 Make a note of the current Outlet Pressure (OUTP) reading. 9.15.2 Open front panel (section 8.7 ). 9.15.3 Pull the Outlet Pressure Regulator knob out (or loosen the retaining nut –...

  • Page 74: Testing Air Fittings & Hoses For Leaks

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 9.16 Testing Air Fittings & Hoses for Leaks NOTE: This is a general procedure that can be applied to any fitting or hose that has air pressure in it. DO NOT SOAP TEST THE HUMIDITY SENSOR FITTING.

  • Page 75: Maintaining Your Dryer

    P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 10. Maintaining Your Dryer In order to ensure that your P1500W Series Air Dryer continues to operate efficiently and reliably, PUREGAS recommends performing the following maintenance procedures at the specified Six Month and 8,000 Hour intervals.
  • Page 76 Dryer section will ensure optimal performance over the lifecycle of your air dryer. IMPORTANT! Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide or installing components not supplied by PUREGAS is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. IMPORTANT! After performing any maintenance, always soap test pressure fittings to check for air leaks.

  • Page 77: Six Month Maintenance

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 10.2 Six Month Maintenance MODEL: LOCATION NAME: SERIAL NUMBER: ADDRESS: DATE INSTALLED: Maintenance Interval (Months) Procedure Section Install Six Month Maintenance Kit P011910 11.4 Read & Record Flow Rate (FLOW) 8.4.5.2 Measure & Record Compressor Amp Draw Measure &...

  • Page 78: Hour Maintenance

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 10.3 8,000 Hour Maintenance Under typical operating conditions: 8,000 hours of run time will occur between one (1) and two (2) years of use. This will be identified by a TTL TIME Alarm on the display.

  • Page 79: Replacement Parts & Accessories

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 11. Replacement Parts & Accessories 11.1 Dryer Parts Recommend Description Part Number Quantity Spare Power Switch M038428 P40801 Static Pressure Regulator P010279 Air Tank Solid State Relay P05992 Static Pressure Gauge P8345...

  • Page 80: Dryer Parts Cont

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 11.2 Dryer Parts cont. Part Number Recommend Description Quantity Spare P1500W P1502W Outlet Pressure Regulator - Standard Pressure P010279 Low Pressure P012316 Flow Block Unloader Valve P011022 P010453 Safety Relief Valve P011777...

  • Page 81: Heatless Dryer Assembly Parts

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 11.3 Heatless Dryer Assembly Parts Part Number Recommend Description Quantity Spare P1500W P1502W Heatless Dryer PHF2C106023 PHF2C20623 Desiccant Chamber P2004036 Cycle Timer P010530F1 P010530F2 Solenoid Valve Kit In Kit P012252. See section 11.4 for detail.

  • Page 82: Accessories For Your Dryer

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 11.4 Accessories for Your Dryer Recommend Description Part Number Spare Six Month Maintenance Kit P011910 Includes air intake filter, compressor muffler, and humidity sensor. 8,000 Hour Maintenance Kit P012252 Includes heatless dryer maintenance kit and compressor maintenance kit.

  • Page 83: Ordering Parts From Puregas

    User’s Guide and will not be covered. Please refer to the information included with the specific replacement part for this instruction. Once you have identified your required parts and accessories, contact the PUREGAS Inside Sales / Service department to order: (800) 521-5351 (option 2) Fax –...

  • Page 84: Service & Repair

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 12. Service & Repair Only PUREGAS can offer factory direct rebuilds backed by a 6 month factory warranty. • 2 week turnaround time • Estimates available upon request • Minimum service charge fee applies 12.1 Services Offered...

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting Your 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 PUREGAS 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 86: Air Dryer Won't Power On

    Control Board will occur. IMPORTANT! Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide or installing components not supplied by PUREGAS is NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. CAUTION! Do not test the Humidity Sensor with an ohm meter or apply any DC voltage.

  • Page 87: Display Screen Not Functioning

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 13.4 Display Screen Not Functioning Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Dryer experienced a Power the air dryer OFF power spike for 15+ seconds. Power the air dryer ON. Ribbon cable Verify ribbon cable...

  • Page 88: Low Outlet Pressure Alarm

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 13.7 Low Outlet Pressure Alarm Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Outlet Pressure set too Verify Outlet Pressure Adjust Outlet Pressure (OUTP) reading Regulator (section 8.11 ) (section 8.4.5.1 ) High Flow condition...

  • Page 89: High Humidity

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 13.9 High Humidity CAUTION! Do not test the Humidity Sensor with an ohm meter or apply any DC voltage. This will render the Humidity Sensor defective. Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Low System Pressure...

  • Page 90: Can't Create A High Humidity Alarm / Shutdown

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 13.10 Can’t Create a High Humidity Alarm / Shutdown These troubleshooting steps assume that the Humidity Element is removed from the Humidity Block during the Testing Humidity Alarm and System Shutdown (section 9.13 ) procedures.

  • Page 91: Inconsistent Heatless Dryer Cycling

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 13.13 Inconsistent Heatless Dryer Cycling Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Defective Solenoid Measure voltage going If 53 VDC IS present, Valve to the Heatless Dryer replace Solenoid Valves Solenoid Valves included in the 8,000 (section 9.8 )

  • Page 92: Compressor Won't Build Pressure

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 13.15 Compressor Won’t Build Pressure Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Low System Pressure Verify System Pressure Adjust System Pressure (section 8.9 ) to 80 PSI, ± 2 PSI. (section 8.9 ) Defective Unloader...

  • Page 93: High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 13.17 High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm Possible Cause Check Corrective Action Low System Pressure Verify System Pressure Adjust System Pressure (section 8.9 ) to 80 PSI, ± 2 PSI. (section 8.9 )

  • Page 94: Compressor Rapid On/Off Cycling

    11.2 ) 13.20 Contacting PUREGAS Technical Support Please read the Before You Call PUREGAS section (13.1 ) Once you have exhausted all of the potential problems and solutions covered in the Troubleshooting Your Dryer section, and you still require further assistance to correct...

  • Page 95: Appendix

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 14. Appendix 14.1 Wiring Diagram Page 95 of 100 P011787 – Rev. J...

  • Page 96: Set Point Limits And Defaults

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 14.2 Set Point Limits and Defaults 14.2.1 System Adjustments Minimum Maximum Default Unit of Description Value Value Value Measurement System Pressure Static Pressure Outlet Pressure 15.0 (LP models) (0.30) (7.50) Alarm Delay...

  • Page 97: Snmp Parameters

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 14.3 SNMP Parameters Device Configuration Information Device ID Alphanumeric (Defined by Customer) Device Model Alphanumeric (Factory Preset) Device Firmware Version Numeric (Factory Preset) Current Date/Time Numeric (mm/dd/yy hh:mm) IP Address Numeric (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) Subnet Mask Numeric (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx)

  • Page 98: Limited Warranty Agreement

    This warranty shall not apply to any PUREGAS product which shall have been repaired or altered in any way by anyone other than PUREGAS or authorized personnel so as to affect, in our judgment, its proper functioning or reliability, neither will it apply to any product which has been subject to misuse, negligence, or accident.

  • Page 99: Contacting Puregas

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 16. Contacting PUREGAS 16.1 General PUREGAS, LLC 226A Commerce Street Broomfield, Colorado 80020 (800) 521-5351 (303) 427-3700 Fax – (303) 657-2233 info@puregas.com www.puregas.com 16.2 Sales (800) 521-5351 (option 2) Fax – (303) 657-2205 sales@puregas.com...

  • Page 100: Notes

    PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide 17. Notes ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Page 100 of 100...

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