Atlas Copco FD1600 User Manual

Oil-free Air Division - B-2610 Wilrijk - Belgium
*2920137100*
Instruction book for
Air dryers
FD(W)560, -700, -850, -950,
-1200, -1600
This instruction book meets the requirements for instructions specified by the
machinery directive 89/392/EEC and is valid for CE as well as non-CE labelled
machines
Registration code
Collection: APC FD
Tab: 38
Sequence: 987
No. 2920 1371 00
1997-12
This instruction book applies exclusively to FD560, -700, -850, -950, -1200
and -1600 dryers filled with R404a refrigerant (see data plate)

Atlas Copco FD1600 Specifications

General

Brand	Atlas Copco
Model	FD1600
Category	Dehumidifier
Language	English

Summary

1 LEADING PARTICULARS

1.1 General description

Provides a general overview of the air dryer's function, cooling process, and types.

1.2 Air circuit (Fig. 2)

Details the compressed air flow path through the dryer, including heat exchangers and separators.

1.3 Refrigeration circuit (Fig. 2)

Describes the path and function of the refrigerant, including compressor, condenser, and evaporator.

1.4 Automatic regulation system (Fig. 2)

Explains how the dryer's operation is regulated automatically via pressure and temperature controls.

1.5 Electrical system

Outlines the electrical components, wiring, and power supply system of the dryers.

2 INSTALLATION

2.1 Dimension drawings (Figs. 6)

Provides detailed physical dimensions, connection points, and weights for various dryer models.

2.2 Installation proposal (Fig. 7)

Offers a recommended layout for connecting the dryer, prefilters, afterfilters, and air receiver.

2.3 Installation instructions

Provides essential steps and considerations for correctly installing the dryer, including connections and environment.

3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.4 Pictographs (Fig. 9)

Explains the meaning of various safety and operational pictographs found on the dryer components.

3.1 Initial start (Fig. 10)

Details the procedure for the first-time startup, including preheating and checking components.

3.3 During operation

Outlines routine checks to perform while the dryer is running, such as monitoring gauges and traps.

3.4 Stopping (Fig. 10)

Explains the correct procedure for safely stopping the dryer and putting it on standby or out of service.

3.5 Possible causes of unstable or too high pressure dewpoint temperature

Lists potential issues leading to incorrect pressure dewpoint temperatures, such as overload or system problems.

5 SETTINGS

5.1 Automatic expansion valve

Details the function and factory setting of the automatic expansion valve for stable evaporator pressure.

5.2 Switches (Fig. 4b)

Explains the fan control and high pressure shut-down switches and their factory-adjusted settings.

6 PROBLEM SOLVING

Mechanical faults and their suggested remedies

Provides a systematic guide to identifying and resolving common mechanical faults and their suggested remedies.

7 PRINCIPAL DATA

7.1 Limitations/nominal conditions

Lists the operational limits, nominal conditions, and environmental parameters for the air dryers.

7.2 Specific data

Presents detailed performance data like flow rates, pressure drops, and power input for various dryer models.