Parker Airtek MSC4000 User manual

Magnum Refrigerated Air Dryers
Models MSC4000 - MSC15000

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Introduction
These instructions must be thoroughly read and understood before installing and operating
this product. Failure to operate this product in accordance with the instructions set forth in
this manual can lead to unsafe operating conditions and may void warranty. For additional
information, refer to this manual or contact the factory for recommendations. Please have
the dryer serial number and model ready when contacting the factory.
Factory Contact Information
Phone [phone]
For pricing, availability, and purchase orders: [e-mail]
For technical support and aftermarket: [e-mail]
For product applications and technical sales: [e-mail]

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1. Transporation/Inspection .................................................................................4
1.1 Environmental & Location Considerations ........................................................................................... 4
2. Dryer Installation ................................................................................................5
2.1 Plumbing the Air Lines .......................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Electrical Connections........................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Installation of Dewpoint Probe.............................................................................................................. 6
3. Start Up Procedure ...........................................................................................7
3.1 When Operating Dryer........................................................................................................................... 8
4. Controls/User Interface..................................................................................12
4.1 Main Display......................................................................................................................................... 12
User Controls....................................................................................................................................... 12
Status & State Messages .................................................................................................................... 13
Menu Icons .......................................................................................................................................... 15
4.2 Settings................................................................................................................................................ 16
User Settings....................................................................................................................................... 16
Drain Settings...................................................................................................................................... 17
Advanced Settings .............................................................................................................................. 18
User Sensor Settings .......................................................................................................................... 19
Sensor Calibration............................................................................................................................... 20
Pressure Sensors ................................................................................................................................ 20
Temperature Sensors .......................................................................................................................... 21
Factory Settings .................................................................................................................................. 22
Variable Speed Drive........................................................................................................................... 24
4.3 Trending ................................................................................................................................................ 25
Trend Elements.................................................................................................................................... 26
User Controls ...................................................................................................................................... 27
4.4 I/O Screens.......................................................................................................................................... 28
Input States ......................................................................................................................................... 28
Ouput States ....................................................................................................................................... 30
4.5 Sensors................................................................................................................................................ 31
4.6 Service Screen .................................................................................................................................... 32
Service Timer ...................................................................................................................................... 33
Real Time Clock.................................................................................................................................. 34
Reference Guide ................................................................................................................................. 35
4.7 Support Screen ................................................................................................................................... 39
4.8 Alarm Screens ..................................................................................................................................... 40
Alarm Information Screens.................................................................................................................. 43
4.9 Communications ................................................................................................................................. 52
4.10 Remote PLC Operation....................................................................................................................... 62
5. Routine Maintenance......................................................................................62
6. Maintenance Schedule ...................................................................................64
6.1 Maintenance Procedures .................................................................................................................... 64
7. Alarms / Troubleshooting / Service...............................................................65
7.1 General Service / Troubleshooting / Oil Management Mode ............................................................ 70
7.2 Refrigerant Charging Procedure ......................................................................................................... 70
8. Technical Data.................................................................................................72
9. Spare Parts Lists.............................................................................................76
10. Associated Drawings......................................................................................82
11. Maintenance Charts .....................................................................................106
12. Warranty.........................................................................................................107
Contents

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1. Transport / Inspection
Before unpacking/uncrating your new dryer, inspect the carton/crate for damage. Please note any damage
on the freight bill, and le notice of concealed damage if:
(a) there are any dents or visibly broken parts
(b) there is any sign of oil on the skid or oor
File these claims with the carrier immediately! Otherwise, proceed with unpacking/uncrating the unit.
1.1. Environmental & Location Considerations
Following these guidelines will help insure that your new dryer will provide safe and reliable service.
• Unless supplied for special conditions, all dryers must be located indoors in an area with an ambient
temperature between 41 - 100ºF (5-38ºC) and free from explosive and corrosive fumes. Three (3) feet
(92cm) of space must be allowed between all open grills, walls, or other objects.
• If the dryer is installed in a conned area, an exhaust system must be provided to eliminate re-circulation
of hot atmospheric air.
• With air cooled dryers, high ambient temperatures affect the outlet dewpoint of the dryer. The unit must
not operate in an ambient of over 115ºF (46ºC). If ambient temperature conditions are over 100ºF (38ºC),
water cooled dryers are generally recommended.
• Unit must be installed indoors.
• On water-cooled units, install a strainer. Maximum water inlet pressure is 150 PSIG (10.4 BarG). Dryers are
designed for 85ºF (29ºC) inlet water temperature. Higher water temperature reduces dryer capacity
(consult the factory for water temperatures above 85ºF (29ºC).
• Dryer must be installed on a at concrete pad rated for the total weight of the dryer.
Parameter Concentration
Langelier Index 0-1
pH 7.5 - 9
Sulfate (SO4
2-) <50 ppm
Electrical Conductivity 10-500 μS/cm
Ammonia (NH3) <1 ppm
Chloride (Cl-) < 50 ppm
Total Hardness 70 - 150 ppm CaCO3
Oxygen (O2) <0.1 ppm
Iron (Fe) <0.2 ppm
Nitrate (NO3
-) <2 ppm
Alkalinity (HCO3
-) 70 - 300 ppm
Hydrogen Sulde (H2S) <5 ppm
Free CO2<5 ppm
Aluminum (Al) <0.2 ppm
Cooling Water Quality to Condenser
(Water Cooled) Requirements
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2.1. Airline Plumbing
• Air piping must be supported independently of the dryer.
• If vibration is present, exible metal hoses (or other vibration dampening methods) must be
installed to prevent it from being transmitted to the dryer.
• Use unions or ange joints.
• Install a bypass line and gate valves to permit isolation of the dryer from the air system. This is
done to provide easy service and/or removal of the dryer without interruption of air to the system.
• Make the connection to the draining system, avoiding connection in a closed circuit shared by
other pressurized discharge lines. Check the correct ow of condensate discharges. Dispose of all
condensate in conformity with current local environment regulations.
• Direction of ow through the dryer must be observed. A check valve on the outlet of the dryer to
prevent back ow and false loading is recommended.
2.2. Electrical Connections
To be performed by a qualified person only. Risk of serious injury or death.
Observe Lock Out/Tag Out Procedure: Disconnect, lock out and tag all power at source prior to
attempting repairs or adjustments to rotating machinery and prior to handling any ungrounded conductors.
Provide breach and short circuit protection as well as disconnect means per local and national codes.
Before connecting electrical power to the dryer check for correct voltage at the connection box.
All units must be externally grounded to protect against severe electrical shock.
• Check for correct voltage and phase at electrical connection box.
• Install a fused disconnect switch near the dryer per the local codes.
• Connect power to the main lugs of dryer disconnect switch located in the high voltage enclosure.
• Make sure no bare wire is exposed; replace box cover and screw closed.
• Caution: Wire the dryer separately from the air compressor.
The dryer must NOT cycle on and off with the air compressor.
• Phase rotation is only important if the dryer has a 3-phase condenser fans (MSC4000-15000).
Fans must PULL air through the condenser coil.
• Crankcase heaters are pre-wired from the factory to the line side of the compressor contactor.
When power is applied to the dryer, the heater will energize. Heaters must be energized at all
times, therefore the main disconnect must be left on except when servicing the dryer. Heater must
be energized for 12 hours prior to start–up and after prolonged shut down 2 hours or more).
The power must be left on at all times except when servicing.
SHOCK
HAZARD
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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2. Dryer Installation
• Never work on unit under pressure!
• Never work on unit when power is connected.
• Do not over-pressurize unit.
• Install unit in a clean, cool (50º - 100ºF / 10º - 38ºC); well lighted location
• Do not shut unit off at disconnect switch except during service. Unit must be turned on and off by
the panel switch located on the dryer.
• Do not operate dryer at abnormal conditions (high ow, high inlet temperature, high ambient,
high inlet pressure, etc.)
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2.3. Installation of Dewpoint Probe
• Dryer will not run if Dewpoint Probe is not connected to the cable from the controller.
• Do NOT run the dryer without the probe installed as shown and described below!
• Install the probe into the evaporator.
• Do NOT bend!
• Install into the evaporator dully inserted past the tubesheet into one of the evaporator tubes.
• Note – When installing the probe, use a thread-lock sealant on the brass and steel threads.
• If probe is not installed correctly it WILL result in damage to the evaporator, consult factory if you are unsure.
PROBE GOES HERE AND MUST BE FULLY
INSERTED AS SHOWN PAST THE TUBESHEET
INTO AN EVAPORATOR TUBE.
NOT FULLY INSERTING THE PROBE WILL
RESULT IN SERIOUS PRODUCT FAILURE.
WRONG WAY - PROBE NOT FULLY INSTALLED
- WILL RESULT IN FAILURE!
WRONG WAY - DO NOT BEND PROBE TO INSTALL!
CORRECT INSTALLATION OF PROBE

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3. Start Up Procedure
Preliminary Checks
Before starting the dryer, verify that the compressed air valves are closed so there is no airow through the
dryer, the dryer supply voltage is correct, and there is sufcient water supply to the unit (water cooled). Also
ensure unit is level at this time.
Start-Up Procedure
There should be NO air ow through the dryer before or during start-up. It is recommended that the dryer
be installed with bypass piping to better service the unit. Inlet & outlet valves to the dryer should be closed
with the by-pass valve open.
1. Units are shipped with the refrigeration service valve tagged with a “VALVE CLOSED” label.
These tagged service valves must not be opened until the dryer is ready to be started and the
main power is permanently applied. Only tagged service valves must be opened.
2. Locate tagged service valves and remove end cap from valve stem.
3. Using a refrigeration service or small crescent wrench, turn the valve stem counterclockwise
until it stops. The valve will now be fully opened.
4. Before replacing the caps tighten the packing on all service valves (turn clockwise) if a leak is noticed.
Replace cap.
5. After electrical connection (Refer to Section 2.2), apply power.
6. After power has been applied the control panel should say “OFF” and the crankcase heater will now
start heating. THE CRANKCASE HEATER MUST BE SWITCHED ON 12 HOURS BEFORE STARTING
THE DRYER. Failure to comply with this may cause serious damage to the compressor.
7. Open the condenser water supply and return valves on water-cooled units.
8. If necessary, bleed the air from the condenser water shell.
START THE DRYER BEFORE SUPPLYING AIR!!!
CAUTION
1. Press the “RUN” button to start the dryer. (See description of “Oil Management Mode” in Section 7.1,
if the system goes into oil management mode upon start up)
2. Verify correct rotation of fans on air-cooled units. There is no rotation that needs to be checked on
water-cooled units.
3. Wait until the dryer reaches cycling temperatures and pressures.
4. Do not pass air through the dryer until it stabilizes and cycles off (cycles 2-3 times).
• Verify the liquid level in the surge tank sight glass for proper oil return! Adjustment is usually not required, and
the refrigerant level must be veried after 24 to 48 hours of operation. Adjust as necessary, using the Level
Master Control Valve (TXV). Counterclockwise raises the level & clockwise lowers the level. The oil level in the
refrigeration compressor should be between ¼ and ¾ in the compressor sight glass when the compressor
is loaded. Contact Customer Service if there are ANY questions. The refrigerant level will rise and fall during
normal operation.
CAUTION: If liquid level is not operating within this site glass, there will be insufcient oil return and will
cause refrigerant compressor damage or failure. If there is excessive liquid (overll) in the surge tank,
there could be liquid ood-back which could also cause refrigerant compressor damage or failure.
5. Once the dryer cycles off, you can now introduce compressed air to the dryer.
6. SLOWLY pressurize the dryer. Once completed slowly open the outlet valve, then close the bypass valve.
The dryer is now on line.
• Note: Fast opening of air valves could damage the heat exchangers. At this time, complete the following
start up form.
7. Clean the condensate drain Y-Strainer after the rst 8 hours of operation.
(See section 5.0 Routine Maintenance)
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3.1. When Operating Dryer
1. Turn dryer On and Off at control panel only.
2. Keep power to unit at all times except when servicing.
3. Start dryer prior to allowing air ow through unit.
4. Clean condenser when necessary.
5. Maintain ambient temperature between 41-100ºF (5-38ºC)
6. Keep inlet temperature under 101ºF (38ºC)
7. Check and clean Y-strainer regularly.
8. NEVER allow dryer to cycle ON/OFF with air compressor.
8. Restart dryer using this procedure after maintenance, power outage or prolonged periods of shutdown
(2 hours or more).
• Note: The refrigerant compressor may require additional oil added. Oil level will need to be veried at
the same time as the expansion tank refrigerant level (within 24 to 48 hours) to ensure correct system
operation and adjustment.
For units supplied with Refrigeration Oil Separator (STD on Watercooled units – MSC4000 & UP and STD on
Aircooled MSC4000 & up)
• Change oil separator element 24-48 hours after initial start-up.
• An extra element for this change out is supplied with shipment.

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Start Up Checklist

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Comments / Recommendations / Observations
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