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Heat-of-Compression
Compressed Air Dryer
Models HC-3 HC-239
IMPORTANT! BEFORE INSTALLING AND
OPERATING THE DRYER, IT IS
RECOMMENDED THAT THIS
MANUAL BE STUDIED AND
CLEARLY UNDERSTOOD.
THIS DRYER IS DESIGNED TO BE
USED ONLY WITH A NONLUBRICATED COMPRESSOR. USE
WITH A LUBRICATED
COMPRESSOR WILL VOID ALL
WARRANTIES AND MAY CAUSE
SEVERE DAMAGE.
Information
When making inquiries,
please provide the following
information:
1) Equipment Model Number
2) Equipment Serial Number
3) Equipment Operating
Pressure
4) Equipment Operating
Temperature
5) Approximate time in
service
6) Nature of Problem
USER MANUAL
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INDEX
PREFACE
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1
General Information
1.2
Safety Instructions
1.2.1
1.2.2
1.3
Personnel Qualification
1.4
Product Information
1.4.1
1.4.2
1.4.3
1.4.4
1.4.5
1.4.6
1.4.7
1.4.8
1.4.9
Theory of Operation
Pressure vessel regulations
Airtightness test
Overloading
Technical data sheet
Dryer Flow Capacities
Transport
Storage
Use of an afterfilter
SECTION 2: INSTALLATION
2.1
Mechanical installation
Filter installation
Electrical installation
Pressurizing dryer
Energizing dryer controls
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3.2
Operator interface
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
3.3
Main screen
Dryer status
Settings
Alarms
Program Steps
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
Filters
4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
4.4.4
4.4.5
4.4.6
Introduction
6.2
High Dewpoint
6.3
Fail-to-shift
6.4
6.5
6.6
Short-term shut-down
6.7
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SECTION 7: I-R ACTIVATED ALUMINA MSDS
7.1
Company Description
7.2
Material Description
7.3
Ingredients
7.4
Physical Data
7.5
7.6
Reactivity Data
7.7
7.8
7.9
7.10
7.11
References
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PREFACE:
This technical manual from Ingersoll-Rand is an aid in getting to know the adsorption
dryer better and in utilizing its possibilities for application in accordance with its
intended use. Furthermore, this manual contains important information for safe,
proper and economic operation.
All instructions must be followed as written in order to avoid danger and damages
which could cause downtime and premature wear and tear on the adsorption dryer.
In addition to the technical manual and the accident prevention regulations which are
valid in the particular location where the dryer is being used, the recognized special
rules for safe and proper working procedures must also be followed.
Each person involved with the set-up, start-up, operation, maintenance and repair of
the adsorption dryer in the User Company must have first read and understood the
technical manual and especially the safety tips.
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SECTION 1:
1.1
GENERAL INFORMATION
The adsorption dryer of the HC-3 HC-239 series is built according to the latest
technological developments and recognized safety rules. Its use, however, can
endanger life and limb of the user or of third parties and can lead to considerable
damage to the adsorption dryer and other material assets if:
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This technical manual contains basic tips, which must be followed during set-up,
operation and servicing. It is of utmost importance that it be read by the assembly
technician before installation and start-up, as well as by the specialist / operator in
charge, and it must always be within reach at the place where the adsorption dryer
is being used.
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.2.1 Identification of signs and symbols in this technical manual
The safety tips contained in this technical manual, whose disregard could endanger
people and machines, are indicated by a general danger sign and the additional
markings Danger! Or Attention!
Danger! / Attention!
Safety tips printed directly on the adsorption dryer must also be followed at all times
and must be kept completely legible.
This dot refers to working or operational steps. The steps are to be carried out in
the order of their appearance from top to bottom.
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.2.2 Safety tips for maintenance, inspection and assembly work (Continued)
Attention!
Never make structural changes to the adsorption
dryer that are not specifically authorized by
Ingersoll-Rand!
Only use original spare and accessory parts!
Carry out maintenance work only when the
adsorption dryer is switched off, depressurized,
and disconnected from the electric power supply!
Attention!
Multiple power sources may exist in the electrical
panel. All possible power sources must be
disconnected before servicing dryer.
Advice: Refer to the desiccant material safety data sheet (MSDS) when
installing or disposing of desiccant, which can be found in
Section 7 of this User Manual.
Danger!
Wear protective goggles and mask when working with the desiccant!
1.3
PERSONNEL QUALIFICATION
The personnel involved in operation, maintenance, inspection, and assembly must
have the corresponding qualifications to do this work. Areas of responsibility and
supervision of the personnel must be precisely established by the operator. Should
the personnel not possess the necessary knowledge, then they must be trained and
instructed. If need be, this training may be carried out by the manufacturer / supplier
at the request of the operator of the adsorption dryer. Further, the operator is to
make sure that the personnel completely understand the contents of the technical
manual.
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.4
PRODUCT INFORMATION
The adsorption dryer is used for the purpose of drying compressed air and other
gases according to its respective design. As a "standard model" the adsorption dryer
is equipped with two desiccant vessels and, depending on certain conditions,
provides pure, dry and oil-free compressed air or gases.
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
A. Regeneration Cycles
1. Heating. Hot air directly from the compressor enters the inlet of the HC
and is directed by the inlet 2-way valves into the regenerating tower. This
hot, thirsty air regenerates the bulk of the water from the desiccant. The
air is then directed into the aftercooler where it is cooled, the coalescing
separator where liquid water is removed through the drain trap system,
then into the drying tower where the air is actually dried to its final low
dewpoint. The heating cycle lasts 90 minutes.
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
2. Stripping. At the end of heating, the inlet valves shift position, directing
the hot inlet air directly into the aftercooler, separator, and drying tower.
We now begin stripping. The stripping phase of regeneration lasts 90
minutes. At the beginning of stripping, the regenerating tower is
depressurized through a muffler. During stripping, a small adjustable flow
of dry air is used to remove the last little bit of moisture from the
regenerating tower.
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
3. Cooling. At the end of stripping, the regenerating tower is repressurized.
The cooling cycle valves open and cooling begins. The cooling cycle lasts
60 minutes. During cooling, a portion of the dry outlet air is directed into
the regenerating tower to reduce the temperature of the bed prior to
tower shift.
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.4.2 Pressure vessel regulations
The pressure vessels are designed according to the standard technical
requirements. They fulfill the test of the certifying procedure and carry the U,
UM ASME Symbol.
Range of Application:
Type
HC-3 HC-239
Operating overpressure
Operating Temperature
Max.
150 PSIG
Max.
500F
Min.
20F
Attention!
Never weld on or alter a pressure vessel in any
way!
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.4.5 Technical data sheet
MODEL
Flow (SCFM) @ 100 PSIG
100F Drying Temperature
Vessel OD Inches
HC-3
HC-6
HC-7
HC-9
301
535
677
836
12
16
18
20
Desiccant type
Lbs. Desiccant / Vessel
IR Activated Alumina
223
397
502
620
Inlet connection
2 NPT
2 NPT
3 FLG
3 FLG
Outlet connection
2 NPT
2 NPT
3 FLG
3 FLG
FILTER
Afterfilter
Voltage
AF-350
Cycle time
Outlet Dewpoint
AF-550
AF-1000
115/1/60 Standard Consult Factory for other voltages
16
20
Adjustable
Adjustable
10 PSI Fail to Shift 60 PSI Initiate Cooling
105F
Low regeneration
temperature alarm
Adjustable
Process flow
25
11
14
17
8 Hour NEMA Cycle
4 Hours drying/ 4 Hours Regeneration
Variable
DPDS Control
Pressure Switch Setpoints
AF-1000
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.4.5 Technical data sheet
MODEL
Flow (SCFM) @ 100 PSIG
100F Drying Temperature
Vessel OD Inches
HC-14
HC-21
HC-30
HC-41
1204
1880
2708
3686
24
30
36
42
Desiccant type
Lbs. Desiccant / Vessel
IR Activated Alumina
893
1395
2009
2735
Inlet connection
3 FLG
4 FLG
4 FLG
6 FLG
Outlet connection
3 FLG
4 FLG
4 FLG
6 FLG
FILTER
Afterfilter
Voltage
AF-1400
36
24
Cycle time
Outlet Dewpoint
AF-2400
AF-3600
115/1/60 Standard Consult Factory for other voltages
56
80
Adjustable
Adjustable
10 PSI Fail to Shift 60 PSI Initiate Cooling
105F
Low regeneration
temperature alarm
Adjustable
Process flow
110
38
54
74
8 Hour NEMA Cycle
4 Hours drying/ 4 Hours Regeneration
Variable
DPDS Control
Pressure Switch Setpoint
AF-7200
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.4.5 Technical data sheet
MODEL
Flow (SCFM) @ 100 PSIG
100F Drying Temperature
Vessel OD Inches
HC-54
HC-69
HC-85
HC-103
4814
6093
7522
9101
48
54
60
66
Desiccant type
IR Activated Alumina
3572
4521
5581
6753
Inlet connection
6 FLG
6 FLG
8 FLG
8 FLG
Outlet connection
6 FLG
6 FLG
8 FLG
8 FLG
FILTER
Afterfilter
Voltage
AF-7200
143
96
Cycle time
Outlet Dewpoint
AF-7200
AF-7200
AF-10000
115/1/60 Standard Consult Factory for other voltages
138
172
122
150
182
8 Hour NEMA Cycle
4 Hours drying/ 4 Hours Regeneration
Variable
DPDS Control
Adjustable
Adjustable
105F
Low regeneration
temperature alarm
Adjustable
Process flow
208
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.4.4 Technical data sheet
MODEL
Flow (SCFM) @ 100 PSIG
100F Drying Temperature
Vessel OD Inches
HC-122
HC-143
HC-166
10832
12712
14742
72
78
84
Desiccant type
IR Activated Alumina
8037
9432
10939
Inlet connection
8 FLG
8 FLG
10 FLG
Outlet connection
8 FLG
8 FLG
10 FLG
FILTER
Afterfilter
Voltage
AF-16000
AF-16000
AF-16000
115/1/60 Standard Consult Factory for other voltages
247
217
Cycle time
Outlet Dewpoint
289
254
295
8 Hour NEMA Cycle
4 Hours drying/ 4 Hours Regeneration
Variable
DPDS Control
Adjustable
Adjustable
105F
Low regeneration
temperature alarm
Adjustable
Process flow
335
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.4.6 Dryer Flow Capacities
Model Selection Chart:
MODEL
85 PSI
90 PSI
95 PSI
100 PSI
105 PSI
110 PSI
115 PSI
HC-3
262
274
287
301
313
327
342
HC-6
465
486
509
535
557
581
608
HC-7
588
615
645
677
705
735
769
HC-9
726
760
796
836
870
908
950
HC-14
1046
1094
1146
1204
1253
1308
1368
HC-21
1634
1709
1790
1880
1957
2042
2136
HC-30
2353
2462
2578
2708
2819
2941
3076
HC-41
3203
3351
3509
3686
3837
4003
4187
HC- 54
4183
4376
4583
4814
5011
5228
5469
HC-69
5295
5539
5801
6093
6343
6617
6922
HC-85
6537
6837
7161
7522
7830
8169
8545
HC-103
7909
8273
8664
9101
9474
9884
10339
HC-122
9413
9846
10312
10832
11276
11764
12305
HC-143
11047
11555
12102
12712
13233
13805
14441
HC-166
12812
13401
14035
14743
15347
16011
16748
Note: Maximum operating pressure is 150 PSIG; higher pressures available as an option. Consult factory.
85
90
95
100
105
110
115
Correction Factor
1.15
1.1
1.05
.96
.92
.88
75
80
85
90
Correction Factor
.85
.9
1.0
1.2
To correct for a cooling water temperature other than 85F, or an operating pressure
other than 100 psig, multiply dryer capacity by the correction factors listed above.
Example: To size for an inlet flow of 1300 SCFM @ 90 Psig, using 90F cooling water:
Multiply 1300 * (1.1) * (1.2) = 1716 Use model HC-21
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SECTION 1: (Continued)
1.4.7 Transport
After the adsorption dryer has been delivered, it must be checked for damage that
may have occurred during transport. The Transport Company must be informed to
register any damage. Shipping damage is not covered by any warranty.
1.4.8 Storage
If the adsorption dryer is to be stored for a prolonged period of time, it should be
stored in a dry place, preferably indoors; protected from the elements including
freezing or extremely warm temperatures.
1.4.9 Use of a pre and afterfilter
Use of a prefilter is not necessary with a heat-of-compression dryer. An afterfilter
should be provided to prevent desiccant dust from migrating downstream.
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SECTION 2:
INSTALLATION
2.1
Advice
Should you still have questions regarding installation, you can request
installation blueprints separately from Ingersoll-Rand Davidson NC.
Warning!
Use the appropriate, load-rated lifting equipment
and observe safe lifting procedures during all
operations of installation.
The equipment should be unloaded as close as
possible to the installation site to minimize any
chances of equipment damage.
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SECTION 2: (Continued)
2.1.1 Mechanical installation
The equipment should be located in an area as practically possible with
adequate clearances for service. An overhead clearance of not less than three
feet above each adsorber tower is required for loading of the desiccant. Access
clearance of three feet in front of the control panel should be provided. Insulate
the pipe between the compressor and dryer to minimize heat loss. Remove all
protective shipping crates, flange covers, etc.
Utilizing the mounting holes provided on the skid, anchor the Ingersoll-Rand type
HC Dryer to a solid, level foundation designed to support the dryer.
Do not hydrostatically test the pressure vessels. All HC dryers pressure vessels
are hydrostatically tested at one and one-half times the design pressure after
fabrication and before assembly.
Desiccant is shipped loose (HC-41 and above) and must be installed. Refer to
section 4.2 for installation of desiccant.
If the equipment is installed in a high traffic area, protective barriers may be
required to prevent possible damage of equipment and to prevent contact with
hot surfaces.
Because of vibration during shipping, some tube fittings may have loosened;
therefore, inspect all connections and tighten if required. Also, flange
connections may have loosened; therefore tighten all flange bolts.
Ensure that the inlet and outlet connections to and from the Ingersoll-Rand type
HC Dryer are made using the correct rated fittings and piping to meet the design
conditions.
System isolation and by-pass valves should be installed. If not supplied as part
of the equipment package by Ingersoll-Rand, they should be supplied and installed
by others. It must be verified that these exist, so that future servicing of the Dryer
System may take place.
Full flow relief valves to protect the system from over-pressure must be provided
by others in accordance with local regulations.
The purge exhaust connection on the HC larger dryers may be connected to a
vent header. To ensure satisfactory regeneration of the desiccant chambers is
achieved, the purge exhaust piping should be sized as follows to prevent "back
pressure" build up.
Installed length of exhaust pipe
Up to 10 Ft
Up to 25 Ft
Up to 50 Ft
Up to 100 Ft
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2.1.2 Filter installation
Series HC dryers are shipped with the afterfilter loose or with the filter skid mounted
on a separate steel frame. The following installation applies to all models that are
shipped with filters loose.
Afterfilter Installation
Filters skid should be located as close to dryer as possible. Use the skid bolt
holes to secure the assembly.
Ensure that the skid is located such that the 3-valve bypass will bypass the
dryer and filters when in use.
Check the flow direction of each filter to ensure the after filter is connected to
the outlet pipe of the dryer.
Connect the filter skid piping and dryer skid piping using materials and
fabrication procedures that are suitable for compressed air pressure piping.
All flanges are ANSI B16.5 Class 150 Raised Face flanges.
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SECTION 2: (Continued)
2.1.3 Electrical installation
Connect the dryer to a correctly sized power supply. The dryer requires a
115V 60 cycle connection. A disconnect switch is not provided with the dryer
and must be supplied by end user in accordance with the recognized
electrical codes.
Ground the frame of the dryer in accordance with the recognized electrical
codes.
It is recommended that the common alarm relay, located in the dryer control
panel, be connected to the control room or operator station so that an
immediate response to the dryer alarm may be given when required.
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SECTION 3:
START UP AND OPERATION
3.1
START UP
Attention!
All pipes and wire connections are to be tightened!
Furthermore, before start-up:
The pipes must be checked for the presence of scale,
abraded material from the threading, or other similar
impurities.
All shut off valves on the adsorption dryer, after-filter
and on the bypass line should be closed.
The ambient temperature must not be less than 33F.
Breakdowns resulting from faulty installation do not fall under Ingersoll-Rand's
warranty obligation.
Slightly open the inlet isolation valve slowly admitting compressed air to the
system. When full system operating pressure has been reached all
connections should be soap bubble tested for leaks. Any leaks should be
repaired and retested prior to placing the equipment in service. If some gas
other than the process air will be used for leak testing, consult Ingersoll-Rand
for its compatibility with system components before proceeding. Fully open
the inlet isolation valve.
When the system is filled with process air, is leak tight and start-up is
completed, then slowly open the system outlet valve to pressurize the
downstream piping. During the procedure, ensure that the dryer system
pressure does not fall below 95% of its reading prior to opening the system
outlet valve. This will protect the equipment internal components (i.e. filter
elements, desiccant) from gas velocities above design conditions.
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3.1.1 Pressurizing dryer (Continued)
When pressurizing is complete then fully open the system outlet valve to
place the equipment in service.
Verify the system inlet pressure and temperature are at the design operating
levels.
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SECTION 3: (Continued)
3.2
OPERATOR INTERFACE
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SECTION 3: (Continued)
3.2.1 Main Screen
This is the main screen. This screen will be displayed upon initial startup or after an
alarm has been cleared. Using the up or down arrow keys and the enter key you may
select a screen to view.
3.2.2 Status
This screen will give you the dryers current status. The top line will tell you which tower
is onstream. The second line is the regeneration cycle in which the opposite tower
(regenerating) is in. This will toggle from HEATING to STRIPPING to
REPRESSURIZATION to COOLING. If the optional dewpoint demand system (DPDS)
is installed, you may also see STANDBY below the current tower status.
The lower left hand corner gives the time remaining in the current regeneration cycle.
This starts counting down from 240 minutes (four hours). Note: When the dryer is in
DPDS Standby, the time remaining will read zero.
The lower right hand corner is another screen selector list. This list is the same as the
one on the MAIN screen, except it only displays one screen name at a time. Use the up
or down arrow key to select the screen name you would like to go to then press the
enter key.
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3.2.3 Settings
The settings screen allows you to toggle between Dewpoint Demand and straight Time
cycle. While in Time cycle, the dryer will shift towers every four hours. When utilizing the
optional DPDS, the dryer will complete its four hour regeneration and go into a standby
mode until the outlet dewpoint has reached the dewpoint monitors set point. When
dewpoint demand is not purchased, this screen will not be available.
3.2.4 Alarms
The alarm screen will display any and all alarms. Alarms are displayed in the order in
which they occur, for instance the top alarm is always the most recent one. When an
alarm situation occurs, this screen will automatically be displayed. When an alarm
clears, the operator interface will automatically return to the MAIN screen. The optional
fail-to-shift alarm comes with an alarm horn. The F4 key will allow an operator to disable
this horn while they are in the area to fix the alarm condition. When fail-to-shift is not
purchased, this function will not be present. Using the other function keys, per the
above designations, you may toggle to any other screen.
When screen is switched with a pre-existing alarm, this alarm screen will not
automatically pop back up until all alarms are cleared.
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3.3
TIME
0 min.
DESCRIPTION OF ACTION
De-energize SV1-2
Energize SV1-1;
Opens V3, 6, 8 & 9
Closes V4, 5, 7 & 10
Left Tower Onstream
Start time delay of 60 seconds;
When time delay times out if pressure switch PS2 is
greater than 10
Fail to Shift alarm
2 min.
De-energize SV2-2
Energize SV2-1;
Opens V1 & 15
Closes V2
Heating Right Tower
90 min.
De-energize SV2-1
Energize SV2-2;
Opens V2
Closes V1 & 15
Energize SV4-1;
Opens V12
Energize SV3-1;
Opens V11
Stripping Right Tower
180 min.
De-energize SV4-1;
Closes V12
Re-pressurizing Right Tower
When PS3 reaches setpoint of 60 PSI then,
Energize SV5-1;
Opens V13
Cooling Right Tower
240 min.
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3.3
240 min.
242 min.
De-energize SV2-2
Energize SV2-1;
Opens V1 & 15
Closes V2
Heating Left Tower
330 min.
De-energize SV2-1
Energize SV2-2;
Opens V2
Closes V1 & 15
Energize SV4-1;
Opens V12
Energize SV3-1;
Opens V11
Stripping Left Tower
420 min.
De-energize SV4-1;
Closes V12
Re-pressurizing Left Tower
When PS3 reaches setpoint of 60 PSI then,
Energize SV5-1;
Opens V13
Cooling Left Tower
10
480 min.
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3.3
480 min.
NOTES:
1.) At any time during the cycle, if Inlet temperature (TH1) drops below the
setpoint (240F) then;
Low Regeneration Temperature Alarm
2.) At any time during the cycle, if the cooler outlet temperature (TS1) rises
above the setpoint (105F) then;
High Cooler Outlet Temperature Alarm
3.) At any time during the cycle, if the dewpoint (DPDS) rises above the setpoint
(-20F) for more than five continuous minutes then;
High Dewpoint Alarm
4.) At any time during the cycle, if the compressor goes unloaded (CR1) then
stop the timing cycle of the dryer until the compressor is loaded.
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SECTION 4:
MAINTENANCE
4.1
4.1.1 Introduction
The Series HC compressed air dryer requires a minimum of maintenance as
most components are "maintenance-free". However, a certain amount of
"preventive maintenance" is recommended to assure years of trouble-free, highperformance service.
4.1.2 Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Whereas it is recommended that the dryer be observed and inspected as often
as it is practical, the following is a minimum requirement:
A. EVERY 2000 HOURS OR 3 MONTHS
1. Check the inlet air temperature; make adjustments, if necessary.
2. Check the air temperature at intercooler outlet; above 100F means:
a. Increase the cooling water flow.
b. Lower the cooling water temperature.
c. Back flush and thoroughly clean the intercooler, to restore efficiency.
3. "Blow off" the vessel relief valves to assure their integrity.
4. Test the drain trap assembly and drain the sump at the separator drain of
sludge that may have accumulated by closing off the primary drain until
the secondary valve actuates.
All of the above can be accomplished while the dryer is operating.
B. EVERY 4000 HOURS OR 6 MONTHS
1. Perform steps 1 through 4 as outlined in "Every 2000 Hours or 3 Months".
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2. Isolate and depressurize the dryer.
3. Disconnect power to the dryer.
4. Replace afterfilter elements (the proper number and quantity is indicated
on the filter and in the Spare Parts List in Section V of this manual).
5. Make certain all air and electrical connections are sound.
6. Repressurize the dryer and place "on stream".
7. Reconnect power to the dryer.
C. EVERY 8000 HOURS OR 12 MONTHS
1. Perform steps 1 through 4 as outlined in "Every 4000 Hours or 6 Months".
DO NOT REPRESSURIZE DRYER OR RECONNECT POWER
TO THE DRYER YET!
2. Rebuild the actuators by installing repair kits in the major switching valves.
(V1-V13 and V15)
3. Carefully disassemble and clean the solenoid valves in the control group;
rebuild with new parts only if damage or serious wear is evident.
4. Carefully disassemble and clean the 3-way solenoid valve on the
separator drain trap.
5. Rebuild the secondary drain valve by installing a valve repair kit.
(SD - P/N 38341285)
6. Disassemble and clean the primary drain. (FT)
7. It is recommended that the aftercooler be back-flushed and thoroughly
cleaned, both tubeside and shellside, at 8,000 hours; but this interval
should be adjusted shorter or longer, based on water quality and plant
experience.
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8. If the DPDS option is purchased, refer to the DPDS Installation and
Operating Guide for instructions.
9. Make certain all air, electric, and water connections are sound.
10. Open the cooling water supply valve and adjust as required.
11. Repressurize the dryer and place "on-stream".
12. Reconnect power to the dryer.
D. EVERY 16,000 HOURS OR 24 MONTHS
1. Perform steps 1 through 9 as outlined in "Every 8000 Hours or 12
Months.
DO NOT REPRESSURIZE DRYER OR RECONNECT POWER
TO THE DRYER YET!
2. Drain all the desiccant from both vessels through the drain at the bottom
of each vessel.
3. Refill both vessels with the proper amount of desiccant as noted in the
specifications at the front of this manual.
NOTE: Desiccant can be purchased only through Ingersoll-Rand
distributors authorized to sell Series HC dryers and related
products.
4. Make certain all air, electric, and water connections are sound.
5. Open the cooling water supply valve and adjust as required.
6. Repressurize the dryer and place "on-stream".
7. Reconnect power to the dryer.
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D. ADJUSTMENTS
The inlet air temperature (as indicated on the Instrument Panel) should be
adjusted to obtain the desired temperature/dewpoint performance (reference
the Regenerative Dryer Specification Sheet in Section I). This can be
accomplished through manipulation of the inlet piping insulation and/or the
compressor intercooling.
The temperature of the air leaving the dryer aftercooler should be maintained
at or below 90F. Adjust the cooling water supply as required.
4.2
The dryer is filled from the top and emptied from the bottom. Refer to the General
Arrangement drawing for location of fill and drain ports.
To drain the desiccant, remove the drain plug/cover and catch the old
desiccant in a suitable container. Replace the desiccant drain plug/cover.
Remove the fill cap and refill the chamber with the specified desiccant. Refer
to the spare parts section for desiccant quantity. Do not tamp the desiccant.
Replace the fill cap.
Soap test both fill and drain ports for leaks before returning the dryer to
service.
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SECTION 4: (Continued)
4.3
4.4
FILTERS
Advice
4.4.4 Maintenance
Advice
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4.4.5 Changing of filter elements
Danger!
The soiled filter elements are changed only when the
housings are DEPRESSURIZED!
4.4.6 Accessories
Advice
Pressure differential gauge:
Indicates the degree to which the elements are soiled.
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SECTION 5:
RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST
5.1
Part No.
38338737
38338745
38335600
38339370
38335592
38335584
38339610
38338836
38338844
38338851
38338869
38342556
38338893
38338901
38339750
38337937
38339735
38337960
38339768
38337929
38338018
38337986
38335626
38341285
38338943
38338950
Description
Probe, for Dewpoint Demand option
Thermocouple, armoured, 12
Filter, particle removal, miniature,
inline, , for DPDS option
SB350 filter element for AF-350
afterfilter
812-1B filter element
16D33 filter element, high efficiency,
coalescing, for HEF-60 prefilter
Fuse, 3 amp
Muffler, 2 MNPT
Relay, DPDT, 115/1/60
Gasket, grafoil, 3, 150#, ring, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 6, 150#, ring, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 3, 150#, FF, 1/16
Switch, pressure, 30-300 PSIG
Switch, pressure, 3-30#, SPDT, for
Fail-to-shift Alarm option
Repair kit, actuator, CTD&S-020
Repair kit, actuator, CTD&S-030
Repair kit, actuator, CTD&S-040
Repair kit, actuator, CTS-050
Repair kit, ball valve, 1
Repair kit, ball valve, 1
Repair kit, ball valve, 2
Repair kit, butterfly valve, 3
Repair kit, actuator, MX-60
Repair kit, diaphragm valve,
Valve, solenoid single coil 4-way,
aluminum
Valve, solenoid dual coil 4-way,
aluminum
Part No.
ID
HC-3
HC-6 HC-7
HC-9
HC-14
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
6
2
4
1
1
1
2
1
6
2
4
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
V11-13
V11-13
V1-10,15
V12
V11-13
V11-13
V1-10,15
V1-10,15
V1-10,15
SD
SV3-5
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SV1-2
Description
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RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST
5.1
Part No.
38338737
38338745
38335600
38335592
38335584
38339610
38341293
38342481
38338836
38338844
38338851
38342499
38338869
38342507
38339222
38338877
38342564
38338885
38338893
38338901
38339735
38337960
38335634
38338018
38337986
38338927
38335626
38335626
38339271
38338919
38338935
38341285
38338943
38338950
Description
Probe, for Dewpoint Demand option
Thermocouple, armoured, 12
Filter, particle removal, miniature,
inline, , for DPDS option
812-1B filter element
16D33 filter element, high efficiency,
coalescing, for HEF-60 prefilter
Fuse, 3 amp
Seal, gasket, Manway, 11x15, PTFE
Seal, gasket, Manway, 12x16, PTFE
Muffler, 2 MNPT
Relay, DPDT, 115/1/60
Gasket, grafoil, 3, 150#, ring, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 4, 150#, ring, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 6, 150#, ring, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 8, 150#, ring, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 10, 150#, ring, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 12, 150#, ring, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 4, 150#, FF, 1/16
Gasket, grafoil, 6, 150#, FF, 1/16
Switch, pressure, 30-300 PSIG
Switch, pressure, 3-30#, SPDT, for
Fail-to-shift Alarm option
Repair kit, actuator, CTD&S-040
Repair kit, actuator, CTS-050
Repair kit, actuator, CTS-060
Repair kit, ball valve, 2
Repair kit, butterfly valve, 3
Repair kit, actuator, MX-200
Repair kit, actuator, MX-60
Repair kit, actuator, MX-60
Repair kit, butterfly valve, 4
Repair kit, butterfly valve, 6
Check valve, 3, CI, rebuilt
Repair kit, diaphragm valve,
Valve, solenoid single coil 4-way,
aluminum
Valve, solenoid dual coil 4-way,
aluminum
Part No.
ID
HC-21
HC-30
HC-41
HC-54
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
3
1
6
1
6
1
1
2
4
1
4
1
2
8
1
4
2
8
1
4
6
6
2
2
2
2
V11-13
V12
V12
V11-13
V11-13
V1-10,15
V1-10,15
V11-13
V1-10,15
V1-10,15
CV1
SD
SV3-5
SV1-2
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
4
1
1
4
1
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Description
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RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST
5.1
Part No.
Description
38338737
38338745
38335600
38335592
38335584
38339610
38342481
38338836
38338844
38338851
38342499
38338869
38342507
38338877
38342515
38342523
38338885
38342572
38338893
38338901
38337960
38335634
38337929
38337986
38338927
38335626
38339818
38339271
38338919
38339248
38338935
38339545
38341285
38338943
38338950
Part No.
ID
HC-69
HC-85
HC-103
HC-122
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
1
6
1
10
1
16
1
1
2
8
1
4
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
1
1
4
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
2
6
2
2
4
1
1
V12
V22
V12
V11-13
V1-10,15
V11-13
V1-10,15
V11,13,22
V1-10,15
V1-10,15
CV1
CV1
SD
SV3-5
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SV1-2
2
1
1
1
1
Description
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RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST
5.1
Part No.
38338737
38338745
38335600
38335592
38335584
38339610
38342481
38338836
38338844
38342499
38338869
38342507
38339222
38342531
38342549
38342572
38342580
38338893
38338901
38337960
38335634
38335634
38339693
38337929
38338018
38338927
38335626
38335618
38339818
38339271
38338919
38339248
38338000
38339545
38339719
38341285
38338943
38338950
Part No.
ID
HC-143
HC-166
1
1
1
1
1
1
HC-186
HC-211
1
1
1
16
1
16
1
20
1
30
1
1
2
1
1
4
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
4
1
1
4
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
HC-239
1
1
1
6
2
2
4
1
1
V12
V22
V12
V22
V12
V12
V11-13
V11-13
V1-10,15
V1-10,15
V11,13,22
V11,13,22
V1-10,15
V1-10,15
CV1
CV1
SD
SV3-5
SV1-2
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
Description
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Legend:
BE = visual moisture indicator
CS = separator
F = filter
FS = float switch
FT = primary float trap
P = pressure gauge
PRV = pressure relief valve
SD = secondary drain
SV = solenoid valve
T = temperature gauge
TW = thermowell
V = valve
I-R Series HC Theory of Operation Illustration
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SECTION 6:
TROUBLESHOOTING & FAULTS
6.1
INTRODUCTION
Following proper preventive maintenance procedures will go far toward assuring
trouble-free dryer performance; however, failures will still occur. This
troubleshooting part will help to identify the source of the problem and to effect a
remedy.
6.2
HIGH DEWPOINT
6.2.1
6.2.2
Old Desiccant
If the dryer is not able to maintain dewpoint for a sufficiently long period, the
desiccant may have aged to the point where its capacity is inadequate. Replace
the desiccant with the appropriate quantity and type of desiccant.
6.2.3
6.2.4
6.2.5
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6.2.6
6.3
FAIL-TO-SHIFT
6.3.1
6.3.2
6.3.3
6.4
6.4.1
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6.5
6.5.1
6.5.2
6.6
SHORT-TERM SHUT-DOWN
Advice
The following sequence is to be heeded when switching off the
adsorption dryer:
First close all the shut off valves up and downstream of dryer
Then immediately switch off the adsorption dryer.
Attention!
Dryer will remain pressurized.
6.7
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SECTION 7:
IR ACTIVATED ALUMINA MSDS
7.1
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Ingersoll-Rand Company
Heavy Industrial Air Solutions
800-B Beaty Street,
Davidson, NC 28036
For Product Information:
Tel: (800) 247-8640
7.2
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
Chemical Name & Formula:
Aluminum Oxide; A1203 xH20
Other Designation:
Activated Alumina F-1, F-20, F-200, HF-200, S-100, F-1(E), S-100, CG-20,
OF-2000, Active bed supports, SRU
Product Use:
Absorbent; dehydration agent; catalyst support
7.3
INGREDIENTS
Component
A1203
*Na20
*Si02
*Fe203
Loss on ignition (water)
90.0 95.0
0.3 0.6
0.01 0.2
0.03 0.1
4.0 7.0
TWA I mg/m3
ACGIH TLV
Alumina Dust:
Total fraction - 10
PEL
Respirable fraction - 5
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7.4
PHYSICAL DATA
Physical Form:
Crystalline or gelatinous granules, pellets, or powder
Boiling Temperature:
NA
Freeze-Melt Temperature:
3700F (2038C)
Vapor Pressure (mm):
NA
Vapor Density (air = 1):
NA
Evaporation Rate:
NA
Specific Gravity:
3.2
Density:
Loose bulk: 39 52 lb./ft.3 (0.62 0.83 g/CM3)
Water Solubility:
Insoluble; soluble in concentrated acids and alkalies
pH:
-10 (20% slurry solution)
Color:
Off-white
Odor:
None; Odor Threshold (ppm): NA
Coefficient of water/oil distribution:
NA
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7.5
7.6
REACTIVITY DATA
With water:
Generates heat
With air:
None
With heat:
None
With strong oxidizers:
None
Non-corrosive
7.7
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7.8
7.9
7.10
7.11
REFERENCES
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) Hygienic Guide Series (Revised
June 1978).
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, NIOSH: Registry of Toxic Effects of
Chemical Substances. 1985-86 Edition.
Sax, N. Irving: Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials. Van Nostrand Reinhold
Co., Inc., 1984.
Information herein is given in good faith as authoritative and valid; however, no
warranty, express or implied, can be made.
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AUXILIARY MANUALS & DRAWINGS
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