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Stulz DESICAiR 500 Series User Manual

Stulz DESICAiR 500 Series
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DESICAiR
®
Series 500
Engineering Manual
Desiccant Dehumidification

Table of Contents

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Stulz DESICAiR 500 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandStulz
ModelDESICAiR 500 Series
CategoryDehumidifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information

Forward

Introduction to the DESICAIR DRY Series 500 dehumidification system and its manufacturer.

Safety Summary

Essential safety precautions and guidelines for installation, maintenance, and operation of the unit.

Warnings & Cautions

Condensed list of warnings and cautions to prevent personal injury and equipment damage.

General Theory of Operation

Explanation of how the desiccant rotor dehumidification system works to remove moisture from air.

Construction

Details on the physical design and components of the DRY Series 500 dehumidification system.

Installation

Receipt of the Unit

Instructions for inspecting the unit upon delivery and checking for shipping damage.

System Location and Clearance

Guidelines for selecting an appropriate location and ensuring adequate clearance for operation and service.

Connecting Ductwork

Information on sizing and connecting ductwork for process and reactivation air streams.

Utility Connections

Details on connecting power, water, and other essential utilities to the unit.

Power Hookup

Procedure for safely connecting the unit to the main power supply.

Installing a Humidistat or Control Sensor

Guidance on wiring and positioning remote control sensors like humidistats for proper operation.

Operation

Installation Checks

Pre-operation checklist to ensure all installations and connections are correctly made.

Start-Up

Step-by-step procedure for safely starting the dehumidification unit.

Controller

Overview of the unit's solid-state microprocessor controller and its function.

Automated Capacity Control

Explanation of automatic humidity control modes, including D-Stat I and D-Stat II.

Reactivation

Details on the reactivation heater system and how it maintains air temperature setpoints.

Control Panel

Description of the control panel layout and its various components and indicators.

Unit Features

Standard Features

Overview of the standard features included with the DESICAIR DRY Series 500 unit.

Control Sensor Terminals

Details on terminal positions for connecting customer-installed control devices like humidistats.

Dampers

Information on manually adjustable air dampers for process and reactivation air streams.

Monitoring Unit Performance

Guidance on using differential pressure gauges to monitor and set airflows for optimal performance.

Optional Features

Description of optional features that may be equipped with the unit.

Portable Construction

Details on the optional portable design features, including wheels and lift handle.

Customer Interface Terminals

Information on terminal blocks for customer-provided control devices to manage dehumidification.

Electrical Disconnect

Description of the optional main power disconnect switch for maintenance safety.

Preventive Maintenance

Monthly

Routine checks and services recommended for monthly preventive maintenance.

Yearly

Annual preventive maintenance tasks, including thorough cleaning of the unit.

Desiccant Rotor Drive Motor Maintenance

Maintenance recommendations for the desiccant rotor drive motor and gearmotor.

Blower Motor Maintenance

Maintenance procedures for the blower motors, including general inspection.

Troubleshooting

Unit Does Not Run

Guidelines for diagnosing and resolving issues when the unit fails to start or run.

High Reactivation Temperature Light Illuminated

Troubleshooting steps for when the high reactivation temperature fault light is active.

Process Blower Does Not Turn, Yet "Unit On" Lamp is Illuminated

Diagnosing why the process blower is not operating when the unit is indicated as 'On'.

Reactivation Blower Does Not Turn, Yet "Unit On" Lamp is Illuminated

Diagnosing why the reactivation blower is not operating when the unit is indicated as 'On'.

Desiccant Rotor Does Not Turn

Troubleshooting steps for when the desiccant rotor is not rotating.

Dehumidifier Performance is Reduced

Identifying causes and solutions for reduced dehumidifier performance.

Repair Procedures

Desiccant Rotor Drive Belt Tension

Instructions for adjusting the tension of the desiccant rotor drive belt.

Rotor Cleaning and Replacement

Procedures for cleaning or replacing the desiccant rotor to maintain performance.

Preparation

Steps required to prepare the unit and rotor for cleaning or replacement.

Cleaning

Detailed instructions for cleaning the desiccant rotor using vacuum and water methods.

General Rotor Handling Guidelines

Important guidelines to follow when handling the desiccant rotor during maintenance.

Rotor Repair

Instructions for performing minor repairs, such as sealing cracks, on the desiccant rotor.

Stulz Product Support

Technical Support

Information on how to contact STULZ for technical assistance and problem resolution.

Obtaining Warranty Parts

Procedure for requesting warranty parts and required information for inquiries.

Obtaining Spare/Replacement Parts

Guidance on ordering spare and replacement parts, including payment and return policies.

Appendix A Forms

Periodic General Maintenance Checks and Services Checklist

Appendix B Glossary

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