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ARTIC
134/EVO
EDIZIONE • ISSUE • AUSGABE • EDITION • EDICIÓN • EDIÇÃO
2004
ARM 0015 50 Rev.01
I DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ 89/392/CEE
GB EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 89/392/ECC
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GR DHLWSH POIWTHTOS 89/392/EEC
FINI S.p.A.
Via F.lli VIGNOLI , 3 - 40069 Zola Predosa - Bologna
ITALY
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Dear Customer,
thank you for choosing our product. In order to get the best performances in the use of this product, please
read carefully this manual.
To avoid incorrect operation of the equipment and possible physical risk to the operator, please read and
strictly follow the instructions contained in this manual. Note, these instructions are in addition to the safety
rules that apply in the country where the dryer is installed.
Before packing for shipment each ARTIC 134/EVO series refrigerated air dryer is subjected to a rigorous
test to ensure the absence of any manufacturing faults and to demonstrate that the device can perform all
the functions for which it has been designed.
Once the dryer has been properly installed according to the instructions in this manual, it will be ready for
use without any further adjustment.
The operation is fully automatic, and the maintenance is limited to few controls and some cleaning
operations, as detailed in the following chapters.
This manual must be maintained available in any moment for future references and it has to be
intended as inherent part of the relevant dryer.
Due to the continuous technical evolution, we reserve the right to introduce any necessary change without
giving previous notice.
Should you experience any trouble, or for further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
The product identification plate,
Fini
FINI S.p.A.
on the back of the dryer, shows 40069 - ZOLA PREDOSA
BOLOGNA - ITALY
all the primary data of the COMPRESSORS
www.finicompressors.com
machine.
Model Model
These data must always be
Serial No. Serial No.
referred to the manufacturer or
Nominal Flow Rate Nominal Flow Rate Nl/min
to the dealer when information
or spares are needed, even Max Air Pressure Max Air Pressure barg
during the warranty period. Max Inlet Air Temperature Max Inlet Air Temp. °C
The removal or the alteration of Ambient Temperature Ambient Temp. °C
the identification plate will void Refrigerant Refrigerant type/kg
the warranty rights. Refrigerant Design Pres. HP/LP Refrig. Design Pres. HP/LP barg
Electric Supply Electric Supply ph/V/Hz
Electric Nominal Power Electric Nominal Power W/A
Fuse Max. Fuse Max. A
Manufactured Manufactured
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
For 12 months from the installation date, the warranty covers eventual faulty parts, which will be repaired or
replaced free of charge, except the travel, hotel and restaurant expenses of our engineer.
The warranty doesn’t cover any responsibility for direct or indirect damages to persons, animals or
equipment caused by improper usage or maintenance, and it’s limited to manufacturing faults only.
The right to warranty repairs is subordinated to the strict compliance with the installation, use and
maintenance instructions contained in this manual.
The warranty will be immediately voided in case of even small changes or alterations to the dryer.
To require repairs during the warranty period, the data reported on the identification plate must be notified.
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1. SAFETY RULES
1.1 Definition of the Conventional Signs Used in This Manual
1.2 Warnings
1.3 Proper Use of the Dryer
1.4 Instructions for the use of pressure equipment according to PED Directive 97/23/EC
2. INSTALLATION
2.1 Transport
2.2 Storage
2.3 Installation site
2.4 Assembling
2.5 Connection to the Compressed Air System
2.6 Connection to the Mains
2.7 Condensate Drain
3. START UP
3.1 Preliminary Operations
3.2 First Start Up
3.3 Operation and Switching-Off
4. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
4.1 Technical Features of Dryers Series ARTIC 134/EVO
5. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
5.1 Control Panel
5.2 Operation
5.3 Flow Diagram
5.4 Refrigerating Compressor
5.5 Condenser
5.6 Inlet Filter FS 018 (1 micron)
5.7 Dehydration Filter
5.8 Capillary Tube
5.9 Alu-Dry module
5.10 Hot Gas By-pass Valve
5.11 Refrigerant Pressure Switch PV
5.12 Electronic Instrument DTT11
7. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
7.1 Dryer Dimensions
7.2 Exploded View
7.3 Electric Diagram
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Before attempting any intervention on the dryer, read carefully the instructions reported in this use
and maintenance manual.
General warning sign. Risk of danger or possibility of damage to the machine. Read carefully the
text related to this sign.
Electrical hazard. The relevant text outlines conditions which could result fatal. The related
instructions must be strictly respected.
Danger hazard. Part or system under pressure.
Danger hazard. Component or system which during the operation can reach high temperature.
Danger hazard. It’s absolutely forbidden to breath the air treated with this apparatus.
Danger hazard: It’s absolutely forbidden to use water to extinguish fire on the dryer on in the
surrounding area.
Danger hazard. It’s absolutely forbidden to operate the machine when the panels are not in place.
ARIA
AIR
LUFT
AIR
Compressed air inlet connection point.
ARIA
AIR
LUFT
AIR
Compressed air outlet connection point.
Operations which can be worked out by the operator of the machine, if qualified 1.
NOTE : Text to be taken into account, but not involving safety precautions.
In designing this unit a lot of care has been devoted to the environment protection:
• CFC free refrigerants
• CFC free insulation parts
• Energy saving design
• Limited acoustic emission
• Dryer and relevant packaging composed of recyclable materials
Not to spoil our commitment, the user should follow the few ecological suggestions marked with
this sign.
1 Experienced and trained personnel acquainted with the relevant rules and laws, capable to perform the needed activities and to
identify and avoid possible dangerous situations while handling, installing, using and servicing the machine.
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1.2 WARNINGS
Compressed air is a highly hazardous energy source. Never work on the dryer with parts under
pressure. Never point the compressed air or the condensate drain jet towards anybody. The user is
responsible for the installation of the dryer, which has to be executed on the basis of the instructions
given in the “Installation” chapter. Otherwise, the warranty will be voided and dangerous situations
for the personnel and/or damages to the machine could occur.
Only qualified personnel can use and service electrically powered devices. Before attempting any
maintenance action, the following conditions must be satisfied :
• Ensure that no part of the machine is under voltage and that it cannot be connected to the mains.
• Ensure that no part of the dryer is under pressure and that it cannot be connected to the
compressed air system.
This refrigeration air dryer contains R134.a HFC type refrigerant fluid, not considered potential
ozone depleting. Maintenance on refrigeration systems must be carried out only by refrigeration
engineers according to local rules. R134.a may be dangerous for men only if it is present in bulk
concentrations.
In case of leaks the room is to be aired before any intervention.
Any change to the machine or to the relevant operating parameters, if not previously verified and
authorised by the Manufacturer, in addition to create the possibility of dangerous conditions it will
void the warranty.
Don’t use water to extinguish fire on the dryer on in the surrounding area.
2.1 TRANSPORT
Once verified the integrity of the packaging, place the unit near to the installation point and unpack the
contents.
• To move the packaged unit we suggest to use a suitable trolley or forklift. Transportation by hands is
discouraged.
• Keep the dryer always in vertical position. Turning it upside down some parts could be irreparably
damaged.
• Handle with care. Heavy blows could cause irreparable damage.
• Even when packaged, keep the machine protected from severity of the weather.
2.2 STORAGE
The packaging materials are recyclable. Each single material must be properly disposed in a
manner complying with the rules in force in the destination country.
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2.4 ASSEMBLING
Operations to be performed by qualified personnel.
Never operate with plants under pressure.
The user is responsible to ensure that the dryer will never be operated with pressure exceeding the
nominal values. Eventual over-pressure could be dangerous both for the operator and the machine.
10 8 1 Dryer
7
2 Cover panel
3 6
6
3 Fixing to compressor
upper screw
4 Compressor
Fig. 2 5 Fixing to compressor
2
Part. A lower screw
Part. A 6 Compression fitting
3 3 7 Connection pipe
4
8 Compression fitting
9 By-pass group
5 10 Lifting lug
1
Fig. 1 Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Assembling sequence :
• Replace the screws No.3 of the compressor, with the (M6x45) fixing screws supplied with the dryer, and
thigh them only partially.
• Tight in the air outlet of compressor the compression fitting No.6, supplied with the assembling kit.
• Remove the cover panel No.2 of the dryer.
• Joint the dryer with the compressor, centring the holes of the dryer frame, with the screws No.3 (Fig. 3).
To lift the dryer from the ground, use the four lifting lug No.10 (M6 with long shank) screwed into the four
holes for cover panel fixing.
• Slide down the dryer, so the screws No.3 occupy the upper part of the holes (Fig. 4).
• Tighten definitively the fixing screws No.3.
• Tight the (M8x25) fixing screws, supplied with the assembling kit, in the position No.5 to fix finally the dryer
to the compressor.
• Put the connection pipe No.7 from the compression fittings No.6 and No.8 and tighten them.
• Connect and properly fasten the condensate drain pipe, in compliance with the instructions given in the
2.7 following chapter.
• Slowly pressurize the plant and check for air leakage.
• Reassemble the cover panel No.2.
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Open Close
With by-pass group open the compressed air With by-pass group closed the dryer is isolated
crosses the dryer. from the compressed air circuit.
The dryer comes already fitted with tubing in flexible plastics (6 mm or 10 mm diameter and 1500 mm long)
for the connection to the collection plant.
The condensate drain occurs through two solenoid valves; in order to avoid clogging of the solenoid valve,
the condensate coming from the separator is previously filtered, than discharged. The solenoid valve coil is
operated by DTT11 electronic instrument.
Connect and properly fasten the condensate drain to a collecting plant or container.
The drains cannot be connected to pressurised systems.
Don’t dispose the condensate in the environment.
The condensate collected in the dryer contains oil particles released in the air by the compressor.
Dispose the condensate in compliance with the local rules.
We suggest to install a water-oil separator where to convey all the condensate drain coming from
compressors, dryers, tanks, filters, etc.
Before delivery, each dryer is submitted to accurate tests simulating real operating conditions.
Nevertheless, the unit could be damaged during transportation. We therefore suggest to check the integrity
of the dryer upon arrival and to keep it under control during the first hours of operation.
The start-up must be performed by qualified personnel.
It’s mandatory that the engineer in charge will adopt safety operational conditions complying with
the local safety and accident prevention requirements.
The same engineer will be responsible for the proper and safe operation of the dryer.
Never operate the dryer if their panels are not in place.
• Check that both the main switch - pos. 1 - and the LED set on the DTT11 are glowing.
• Wait a few minutes; verify that the DewPoint displayed on the DTT11 is correct and that the condensate is
regularly drained.
1
ON
set
0 set
1 2
1 Main switch
2 DTT11 Electronic Instruments
3 Air and refrigerating gas flow diagram
5.2 OPERATION
The dryer described in this manual basically consists of two separated circuits: a compressed air circuit,
divided into two heat exchangers, and a refrigeration circuit.
The warm and humid entering air goes through an air-to-air exchanger before entering the evaporator (air-
to-refrigerant exchanger) where, due to the contact with the refrigeration circuit, it cools down to allow the
condensation of the humidity it contains. The condensed humidity is than separated and expelled into the
separator.
The cooled air goes through the air-to-air exchanger, where it partially warms up in cooling down the
entering warm air (pre-refrigeration).
The refrigeration circuit needed for these operations is basically composed of a refrigeration compressor, a
condenser and the evaporator, also called air-to-refrigerant exchanger.
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1
13
PV
2
7a 6
14 3
7b
7 8 M
9
12 DTT 11
7c
5 4
10
11
12 DTT
5.5 CONDENSER
The condenser is the element in which the gas coming from the compressor is cooled down and condensed
becoming a liquid. Mechanically, it is formed by a copper tubing circuit (with the gas flowing inside)
immersed in an aluminium blades package. The cooling operation occurs via a high efficiency axial
ventilator which, in applying pressure on the air contained within the dryer, forces it into the blades package.
It’s mandatory that the temperature of the ambient air will not exceed the nominal values. It’s as well
important TO KEEP THE UNIT FREE FORM DUST AND OTHER IMPURITIES.
4 mm
5/32 in.
-
DISPLAY
The DTT11 controller performs a double function : it shows the current operating DewPoint through the
digital led display and it controls the functioning of condensate drain solenoid valve through the cyclic
electronic timer.
ON
To exit the set-up condition in any moment, press the button. In case no operations are made during 2
minutes, the system exits automatically the set-up condition.
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DAILY
• Verify that the DewPoint temperature displayed on the DTT11 electronic instruments is correct.
• Check the proper operation of the condensate drain systems.
• Verify the condenser for cleanliness.
EVERY 100 HOURS
• With an air jet (Max. 2 bars) blowing from inside towards outside clean the condenser; repeat
this operation blowing in the opposite way; be careful not to damage the aluminium blades of the
cooling package.
• Close the manual condensate drain valve, unscrew the mechanical strainer and clean it with
compressed air and a brush. Reinstall the strainer properly tight, and then open the manual valve.
• At the end, check the operation of the machine.
EVERY 3000 HOURS
• Verify for tightness all the screws of the electric system and that all the “Faston” type
connections are in their proper position.
• Check the conditions of the condensate drain flexible hoses, and replace if necessary.
• At the end, check the operation of the machine.
FS 018 INLET FILTER (1 MICRON)
EVERY 3000 HOURS
• Depressurize the dryer.
• Disconnect the filter from the relevant condensate drainage
circuit.
• Unscrew the clogged cartridge.
• Clean accurately the filter head, particularly the sealing surfaces.
• Lubricate the tightness gasket of the new cartridge. Use
multipurpose grease (SILICON FREE).
• Screw the new cartridge firmly by hand to the head of the filter.
• Connect the relevant condensate drainage circuit.
• Pressurize the plant and check for air leakage.
Screw Unscrew
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6.2 TROUBLESHOOTING
The troubleshooting and the eventual checks have to be worked out by qualified personnel. Pay
particular attention in case of interventions on the refrigerating circuit. The refrigerating fluid, if
under pressure, while expanding could cause freezing burns and serious damage to the eyes,
should it get in contact with them.