GSI Group 3000 Series User manual

PNEG-523
Dryer Start-Up
Quick Reference Guide for 1000,
2000 and 3000 Series Dryer Models
PNEG-523
Date: 09-07-07

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Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Safety ..................................................................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines ............................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 6
Chapter 3 Decals .................................................................................................................................................8
Safety Alert Decals ............................................................................................................................. 8
Chapter 4 Start-Up Procedure ..........................................................................................................................10
Full Start-Up Check .......................................................................................................................... 10
Filling the Dryer ................................................................................................................................ 10
Starting the Dryer ............................................................................................................................. 11
Adjusting the Temperature ............................................................................................................... 11
Full Heat Continuous Flow Operation .............................................................................................. 12
1100 and 1200 Series Continuous Flow Metering Roll Settings ...................................................... 13
Dry and Cool Continuous Flow Operation for Dryers with Two or More Fans ................................. 14
1100 and 1200 Series Continuous Flow Metering Roll Settings ...................................................... 15
Adjusting the Moisture Control ......................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 5 Quick Reference ..............................................................................................................................17
Electronic Monitoring Control System - Quick Reference ................................................................ 17
Start-Up - Quick Reference .............................................................................................................. 18
Starting the Drying Process for Full Heat Operation - Quick Reference .......................................... 19
Chapter 6 FAQs .................................................................................................................................................20
Chapter 7 Warranty ...........................................................................................................................................21

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1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing a GSI product. It is designed to provide excellent performance and service for
many years.
This manual describes the start-up of 1000, 2000 and 3000 series model dryers. When installed and
operated properly and according to specifications, this unit will provide many years of dependable
service.
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all
quantities are correct. The customer should report and note any damage or shortage on the bill of lading
to justify their claim to the transport company.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your equipment and should be easily
accessible when needed.
This warranty provides you the assurance that the company will back its products when defects appear
withinthewarrantyperiod.Insomecircumstances,thecompanyalsoprovidesfieldimprovements,often
without charge to the customer, even if the product isout of warranty. Should the equipment be abused,
or modified to change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void
and field improvements may be denied.

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2. Safety
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the
responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment
of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined
below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Failure to read this manual and its
safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
NOTE indicates information about the equipment that you
should pay special attention.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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2. Safety
Safety Instructions
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want
to keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some
problems which may be encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards and precautions
exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may
be required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce
a very dangerous situation where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from the manufacturer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machinery in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
Read and Understand Manual
Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital and fire department near your telephone. Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible

2. Safety
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Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate
to the job.
Remove all jewelry.
Long hair should be tied up and back.
Safety glasses should be worn at all times to protect eyes
from debris.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.
Wear steel toe boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoe strings.
A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially
toxic fumes and dust.
Wear hard hat to help protect your head.
Eye Protection
Gloves
Steel Toe Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
Install and Operate Electrical Equipment Properly
Electrical controls should be installed by a qualified electrician
and must meet the standards set by the National Electrical Code
and all local and state codes.
Disconnect and lock out all power sources before installing
wires/cables or servicing equipment.
Electric Shock Hazard
Install and Operate Gas-Fired Equipment Properly
Fuel supply should be installed by a qualified gas
technician and must meet local and state codes for
gaseous fuel supplies.
Disconnect and lock out all fuel sources before
servicing equipment. Explosive Gases

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3. Decals
Safety Alert Decals
If a decal has been damaged or is missing contact:
GSI Group
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL 62510
217-226-4421
A free replacement will be sent to you.
CAUTION!
Excessive vacuum (or pressure) may
damage roof. Use positive aeration
system. Make sure all roof vents are
open and unobstructed. Start roof
fans when supply fans are started.
Do not operate when conditions exist
that may cause roof vent icing.
DC-969
Roof Damage Warning
GSI cannot warrant any roof damages due to excessive vacuum
or internal pressure caused by fans or other air moving systems.
Adequate ventilation and/or “make-up air” devices should be pro-
vided for all powered air handling systems. GSI does not recom-
mend the use of downward flow systems. Severe roof structural
damage can result from any blockage of air passages. Running
fans during high humidity/cold weather conditions can cause air
exhaust or intake ports to freeze over.
Stay clear of rotating
blade. Blade could start
automatically. Can cause
serious injury. Disconnect
power before servicing.
DC-1225
WARNING
DC-1227

3. Decals
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Rotating flighting will
kill or dismember.
Flowing material will
trap and suffocate.
Crusted material will
collapse and suffocate.
Keep clear of all augers.
DO NOT ENTER this bin!
Failure to heed these
warnings will result in
serious injury or death.
If you must enter the bin:
1. Shut off and lock out all power.
2. Use a safety harness and safety line.
3. Station another person outside the bin.
4. Avoid the center of the bin.
5. Wear proper breathing equipment or respirator.
DC-GBC-1A

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4. Start-Up Procedure
Standard electrical safety practices and codes should be followed when working with a dryer. Refer to
the National Electric Code Standard Handbook by the National Fire Protection Association. A qualified
electrician must make all wiring installations.
Full Start-Up Check
This start-up procedure assumes the following:
1. You have read and understand the DRYER OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL.
2. You have taken special note of all SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
3. All safety shields are in place.
4. All meter roll access doors have been opened and all foreign objects have been removed.
5. You have done a pre-start-up check.
6. All motors have been checked for proper rotation.
7. All heaters have been test fired.
8. The fuel has been turned ON at the tank.
9. The electric power has been turned ON.
10. The main disconnect switch on the dryer is ON.
11. There is wet grain in the wet holding bin.
12. Incoming grain moisture is known.
13. Dry grain take away equipment is in place.
14. Grain is going to the proper bin.
15. Switches other than fuel, electric power and main disconnect have been set to the OFF position.
16. The load mercury switch box is installed with the side stamped “UP”, in the up position.
Filling the Dryer
1. Turn the green CONTROL POWER knob to ON. It will light up and scroll through four (4) screens
and finish by displaying the time and date.
2. Turn the DRYING MODE switch to CONTINUOUS FLOW.
3. Push the RESET button on the computer keypad to activate the computer.
4. Make sure the UNLOAD switch is in the OFF position.
5. Push the DRYER POWER start switch; it will light up.
6. Turn the LOAD AUGER switch to the MANUAL position to fill the dryer. The load auger will start
and run until the dryer is full and then shut off automatically. (If the switch is set to the AUTO
position the dryer will shut down each time the Out of Grain timer times out and will have to
be restarted).
7. When the dryer has filled, turn the LOAD AUGER switch to the AUTO position.
Always disconnect and lock out power before working on or around dryer.