Altec AIR MCA Series User manual

MCA Series CO2 Adsorber / Dryer
User’s Guide
Models covered:
MCA1 MCA2 MCA3 MCA4 MCA5 MCA6
P012554 Rev A

ALTEC AIR, LLC MCA Series User’s Guide
1. Welcome & Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of a new ALTEC AIR MCA SERIES CO2
ADSORBER / DRYER! We here at ALTEC AIR are very proud of our products. We are
committed to providing you with the best value and service possible.
We are sure that you will be satisfied with your new unit and would like to thank you for
choosing ALTEC AIR for your CO2 adsorber / dryer requirements. We also hope that
you will continue to choose us for your future Compressed Air Treatment and related
products purchases.
For information about this and other ALTEC AIR products, please visit us on the web at
www.AltecAIR.com
2. Introduction
PLEASE READ THIS USER’S GUIDE THOROUGHLY AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
This User’s Guide is provided for the benefit of our customers and contains information
and direction specific to the ALTEC AIR MCA SERIES CO2 ADSORBER / DRYER.
It will cover topics including: safety, specifications, installation, testing, maintenance,
and troubleshooting issues. Observation and compliance with this User’s Guide will
ensure the maximum life and efficiency of your CO2 adsorber / dryer.
This User’s Guide should be read thoroughly prior to installing, operating, or servicing
the CO2 adsorber/dryer in order to become familiar with the recommended procedures.
This will minimize the possibility of personal injury or damage to the CO2 adsorber /
dryer due to improper operation or handling.
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3. Table of Contents
1. Welcome & Congratulations .........................
3
10. Replacement Parts & Accessories..............
25
10.1 Parts .........................................................
25
2. Introduction ....................................................
3
10.2 Parts Continued........................................
26
10.3 Accessories for Your CO2 Adsorber /
3. Table of Contents............................................
4
Dryer................................................................
27
4. Safety & Warning Information.....................
5
10.4 Ordering Parts from ALTEC AIR............
28
5. Overview & Specifications.............................
6
11. Service & Repair .........................................
28
5.1 Product Description ....................................
6
11.1 Services Offered at Altec AIR’ Facility...
28
5.2 Key Features ...............................................
6
11.2 Initiating a Service Transaction ...............
29
5.3 MCA Series CO2 Adsorber / Dryer
12. Troubleshooting A CO2 Adsorber / Dryer 29
Models ..............................................................
6
12.1 Before You Call ALTEC AIR .................
29
5.4 Technical Specifications.............................
7
12.2 Safety & Warning Information ................
30
6. Installing Your CO2 Adsorber / Dryer.........
8
12.3 Low Pressure or Flow..............................
30
6.1 Safety & Warning Information ...................
8
12.4 Excessive Purge .......................................
31
6.2 Before You Begin .......................................
9
12.5 Delivers Wet Air......................................
31
6.3 Included Contents .......................................
10
12.6 Contacting ALTEC AIR Technical
6.4 Required Tools and Materials.....................
10
Support.............................................................
32
6.5 Installation Steps.........................................
11
13. Appendix ......................................................
33
6.6 Installation Checklist ..................................
14
13.1 Model Number Coding ............................
33
7. Registering Your CO2 Adsorber / Dryer ....
15
13.2 Wiring Diagram.......................................
33
8. Testing Your CO2 Adsorber / Dryer ............
16
14. Limited Warranty Agreement....................
34
8.1 Safety & Warning Information ...................
16
Registration Reminder .....................................
34
8.2 Test Consistent Cycling..............................
17
15. Contacting ALTEC AIR.............................
35
8.3 Measuring Incoming Voltage......................
18
15.1 General.....................................................
35
8.4 Measuring 4 Way Solenoid Valve Voltage 19
15.2 Sales.........................................................
35
8.5 Visually Verify Solid State Cycle Timer ..
20
15.3 Service .....................................................
35
8.6 Test for Purge Muffler Restriction..............
21
15.4 Technical Support....................................
35
8.7 Testing Air Fittings & Hoses for Leaks ....
22
16. Maintenance Log Sheet...............................
36
9. Maintaining Your CO2 Adsorber / Dryer ...
23
9.1 Safety & Warning Information ...................
23
17. Notes .............................................................
36
9.2 Maintenance Log Sheet...............................
24
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4. Safety & Warning Information
This section contains general information about safety and warning points to consider and
adhere to during installation and maintenance of your CO2 adsorber / dryer. PLEASE
READ THIS SECTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY OPERATION OR
PROCEDURE ON YOUR CO2 ADSORBER / DRYER.
Additional warnings specific to an operation or procedure will also be presented
throughout the following sections. These will include the symbol as well as a label of
“WARNING!”, “CAUTION!”, or “IMPORTANT!”. Please be sure to pay close
attention for these warnings and read them as you encounter them.
IMPORTANT!
Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide MAY
VOID THE WARRANTY.
IMPORTANT!
Appropriate inlet filtration is MANDATORY and outlet filtration
is recommended for all application.
IMPORTANT!
Each CO2 adsorber / dryer is sized for specific operating conditions.
For OPTIMUM performance, the maximum available operating
pressure should be maintained across the unit. Any pressure
reduction or flow control should be done downstream of the unit.
Depending on the magnitude of the change, the size of the desiccant
chambers or orifice may need to be changed.
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5. Overview & Specifications
5.1 Product Description
The MCA SERIES CO2 ADSORBER / DRYER from ALTEC AIR is designed to
remove CO2 and moisture from compressed air. This CO2 adsorber / dryer uses dual
towers with media beds featuring 13X molecular sieve in a pressure swing adsorption
process. Adsorbed moisture and CO2 are purged to the atmosphere while dry CO2-
free air is provided at the outlet port.
5.2 Key Features
•Continuous, ultra-dry, CO2-free air to less than 1 PPM
•Reduces water vapor to less than 1 PPM
•Outlet flow capacities of 1.6 to 20.5 SCFM at 100 PSIG
•Operating pressures of 50 to 120 PSIG
•Miniature design sized for fractional horsepower air compressor
•Low power requirements (6 watts)
•Ideal for OEM and point-of-use applications
5.3 MCA Series CO2 Adsorber / Dryer Models
Model
Inlet Flow
Purge Flow
Outlet Flow
MCA1
2.8
1.2
1.6
MCA2
8.8
3.7
5.1
MCA3
13.2
5.5
7.7
MCA4
17.7
7.8
9.9
MCA5
25.1
10.3
14.8
MCA6
35.3
14.8
20.5
Notes:
1. Flow capacities in L/Min shown are for standard units operated at 100 PSIG.
2. Inlet and outlet flow capacities will be greater at higher pressures and lower at lower
pressures. Consult factory for other conditions.
3. Standard compressed air inlet conditions are 70°F saturated.
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5.4 Technical Specifications
Dimensions MCA1
MCA2
MCA3
MCA4
MCA5
MCA6
7.0” H x 3.5” W x 3.3” D
10.3” H x 3.5” W x 3.3” D
8.8” H x 4.0” W x 3.5” D
10.1” H x 4.0” W x 3.5” D
9.5” H x 5.0” W x 3.8” D
11.5” H x 5.0” W x 3.8” D
Voltage Requirements
(one of the following)
115 VAC, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz
230 VAC, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz
12 VDC
24 VDC
Power
6 Watts
Electrical Rating
NEMA 1
Operating Ambient
Temperature Range
33° to 120° F (0.5° to 49° C)
Inlet Temperature
≤ 70°F Recommended
120°F Maximum
Maximum Inlet Pressure
120 PSIG
Cycle Timer
Solid State with memory
Purge Cycle
30 seconds per side continuous
Separation Media
13X Molecular Sieve
Noise Level
<90 dBA
Inlet / Outlet Connections
MCA1-MCA4
MCA5-MCA6
1/8” NPT Female
1/4” NPT Female
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6. Installing Your CO2 Adsorber / Dryer
6.1 Safety & Warning Information
WARNING!
Extreme care should be exercised to avoid contact with live
electrical circuits. Many procedures performed during installation,
and testing of this CO2 adsorber / dryer require the equipment to
be running, creating a situation for potential electrical shock. It is
highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before
performing any procedures.
CAUTION!
Proper Installation & Maintenance as outlined in this User’s Guide
is extremely important to ensure the reliability and longevity of the
equipment as well as prevent damage or personal injury.
CAUTION!
Incoming power to dryer must be one of the following:
•115 VAC, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz
•230 VAC, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz
•12VDC
•24VDC
CAUTION!
Do NOT exceed the SCFM outlet flow capacity of the CO2
adsorber / dryer. Be aware of what your unit is rated for before
installation.
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6.2 Before You Begin
6.2.1 Carefully inspect the unit, including the shipping box as well as the air
dryer, for ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY SHIPPING. If any shipping
damage is detected, it is important to file a claim with the shipping
company prior to continuing the installation procedures.
6.2.2 Read the entire Installing Your CO2 Adsorber / Dryer section to familiarize
yourself with the components and procedures before performing the
installation.
6.2.3 Verify the installation location of the CO2 adsorber / dryer:
6.2.3.1 Ambient temperature is between 33° and 100°F
NOTE: Temperatures above 120°F will decrease component lifespan.
6.2.3.2 Meets one of the following power requirements:
•115 VAC, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz
•230 VAC, 1 Phase, 50/60 Hz
•12 VDC
•24 VDC
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6.3 Included Contents
(1) MCA Series CO2 Adsorber /
Dryer
(1) User’s Guide (not shown)
6.4 Required Tools and Materials
•Power Cord (varies on voltage of unit)
•Needle nose pliers
•Mounting hardware
•Drill
•Drill bit (varies on mounting hardware)
•Small flathead screwdriver
•Medium adjustable wrench (used only when installing a Complete System)
•Cup of soapy water
•1-inch paint brush (recommended)
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