Yamato ADL311 User manual

SPRAY DRYER
ADL311/ADL311S
Instruction Manual
- Version 3 -
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Contents
1. Safety precautions .................................................................... 1
Explanation of pictograms ............................................................. 1
List of symbols ....................................................................... 2
Warning・Cautions ................................................................... 3
2. Before using this unit .................................................................. 5
Precautions when installing the unit ..................................................... 5
Service receptacle capacity ............................................................ 8
Temperature output terminal............................................................ 8
3.Names of parts and their function ........................................................ 9
Main unit + GF300 set ................................................................. 9
Operation panel ..................................................................... 10
4. Operating procedures ................................................................ 11
Preparations ........................................................................ 11
Operating method ................................................................... 15
Related Figure between Blower and Temperature/DryingAir Quantity (Reference) ........... 20
5. Handling Precautions ................................................................ 21
Drying Method underAppropriate Condition ............................................. 22
Caution during operation .............................................................. 23
6. Maintenance Method................................................................. 24
Daily Inspection and Maintenance ...................................................... 24
7. Long storage and disposal ............................................................ 26
When not using this unit for long term / When disposing ................................... 26
Matters to consider when disposing of the unit ........................................... 26
8. When a trouble occurs ............................................................... 27
Safety unit and error indications ....................................................... 27
Confirmation and language select for the manual ......................................... 28
Trouble Shooting .................................................................... 29
9.After Service and Warranty............................................................ 31
When requesting a repair ............................................................. 31
10. Specification ....................................................................... 32
11. Wiring Diagram .................................................................... 34
ADL311 Wiring Diagram .............................................................. 34
ADL311 SWiring Diagram ............................................................. 36
12. System Chart ...................................................................... 38
System Chart ....................................................................... 38
13. Principle of Operation ............................................................... 39
14. Replacement parts table ............................................................. 40
15. List of Dangerous Substances ........................................................ 43
16. Standard installation manual ......................................................... 44

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1. Safety precautions
Explanation of pictograms
About pictograms
A variety of pictograms are indicated in this operating instruction and on
products for safe operation. Possible results from improper operation
ignoring them are as follows.
Be sure to fully understand the d
escriptions below before proceeding to the
text.
Warning
Caution
Indicates a situation which may result in minor injury (Note 2) and
property damages (Note 3.)
（Note 1）
Serious injury means a wound, an electrical shock, a bone fracture or intoxication that may
leave after effects or require hospitalization or outpatient visits for a long time.
（Note 2）Minor injury means a wound or an electrical shock that does not
require hospitalization or
outpatient visits for a long time.
（Note 3）Property damage means damage to facilities, devices and buildings or other properties.
Meanings of pictograms
This pictogram indicates a matter that encourages the user to adhere t
o warning
(“caution” included).
Specific description of warning is indicated near this pictogram.
This pictogram indicates prohibitions
Specific prohibition is indicated near this pictogram.
This pictogram indicates matters that the user must perform
Specific instruction is indicated near this pictogram.
Indicates a situation which may result in death or serious injury (Note 1.)

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1. Safety precautions
List of symbols
Warning
General warnings
Danger!: High
voltage Danger!: High temperature Danger!: Moving part Danger!: Hazard of explosion
Caution
General cautions Electrical shock! Burning! Caution for no
liquid heating! Caution for water leak!
For water only Poisonous
material
Prohibitions
General bans Fire ban Do not
disassemble Do not touch
Compulsions
General
compulsions Connect ground wire Install levelly Pulloutthepower plug Regular inspection

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1. Safety precautions
Warning・
・・
・Cautions
Warning
Do not use this unit in an area where there is flammable or explosive gas
Never use this unit in an area where there is flammable or explosive gas. This unit is not
explosion-proof. An arc may be generated when the power switch is turned on or off, and
fire/explosion may result. (Refer to page 42 “15. List of Dangerous Substances”.)
Always ground this unit
Always ground this unit on the power equipment side in order to avoid electrical shock due to a
power surge.
Apply the source of rated power or more
Be sure to apply the source of rated power or more. Applying non-rated voltage or non-rated
power supply may cause the fire or electric shock.
Prohibition of use for error
If a smoke or abnormal smell may be occurred, turn off the power switch of the main unit
immediately, and turn off the original power source, and finally contact to either the dealer you
purchased this unit or our sales office. Leaving the failure may cause the fire or electric shock.
Since the repairing of this unit is dangerous for non-specified service person, never repair the
unit by the customer himself.
Do not use the power cord if it is bundled or tangled
Do not use the power cord if it is bundled or tangled. If it is used in this manner, it can overheat
and fire may be caused.
Do not damage power cord
Do not damage power cord by bending, pulling, or twisting forcedly. It may cause the fire or
electric shock. Besides, operating the unit with the something put on the cord may cause
overheat, and result in fire.
Never use an explosive or a flammable material with this unit.
Never use an explosive material, a flammable material or a material containing them. An
explosion or an electrical shock may result. ADL311S supports organic solvents by
connecting it to the optional GAS410. Carefully read the operation manual of GAS410 and
take special care for handling of organic solvents.
See section “15. List of Dangerous Substances” on page 42.
Never try to touch a hot part.
Some parts of the unit are hot during and immediately after operation. Take special care for
possible burning.
Never try to disassemble or alter the unit.
Never try to disassemble or alter the unit.A malfunction, a fire or an electrical shock may result.

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1. Safety precautions
Warning・
・・
・Cautions
Caution
During a thunder storm
During a thunderstorm, turn off the power key immediately, then turn off the circuit breaker and
the main power. If this procedure is not followed, fire or electrical shock may be caused.
•
If the electric failure shall be occurred,
When power is shut off during operation (while the blower is operating or liquid is being sent) due
to turning of the ELB to "OFF" or a power failure, all operation modes will reset to the intial states
after recovery. When the temperature inside the chamber has been high, keep operating the
blower until it cools down to 45℃or below after recovery from a power failure.
•
Do not perform unattended operation during activating the unit
Do not perform unattended operation during activating the unit. Since the unit is in idling status
and the nozzle is blocked of after the operation using sample, the temperature around outlet is
increased and the remaining sample is flown from the sample tube disconnected from the unit,
and this failure may cause the indeterminism accident.
About countermeasures against static electricity
The cyclone may charge with static electricity depending on the specifc specimen used, or
operating environment or conditions. Implement countermeasures against static electricity such
as attaching included earth clips at three positions on the clamp at the connection of the cyclone
or attaching an antistatic brush (optional) to the body of the cyclone.

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2. Before using this unit
Precautions when installing the unit
Warning
1. Always ground this unit
・ Be sure to connect the earth wire (the green cable of power cord) to the grounding
conductor or ground terminal to prevent accidents caused by electric leakage.
・ This unit requires a single phase 200V power supply (also supports AC220V or AC240V
by selecting either of it) (See page 11 (1)) Ask the nearest electrical contractor for the
power including the connecting work. The setting (connecting) work is performed
following the related electrical equipment technical standard published by the
corresponding country to be used this unit.
・ Do not connect the earth wire to gas or water pipes. If not, fire disaster may be caused.
・ Do not connect the earth wire to the ground for telephone wire or lightning conductor. If
not, fire disaster or electric shock may be caused.
・ The power plug is not attached as
standard component. Connect the
earth correctly adjusting the type of
the power equipment of the user.
2. Pay attention to the color of each core wire when connecting the power cord
Be sure to check that the breaker on the power source
equipment side is turned "OFF" when connecting power cord
without fail. Note that the ADL311 does not attach the power
plug as standard component. Select the appropriate power
plug and terminal matching to the power capacity of the power
source equipment to be connected, and connect them.
Core Wire
Color
In-house
Wiring
Black Voltage Side
White Voltage Side
Green Ground Side
3. Choose a proper place for installation
Do not install this unit in a place where:
Rough or dirty surface.
Flammable gas or corrosive gas is generated.
Ambient temperature bellow 5℃or above 30°C.
Ambient temperature fluctuates violently.
There is direct sunlight.
There is excessive humidity and dust.
There is a constant vibration.
 Place where the water is easy-to-be splashed.
Install this unit on a stable place with the space as shown below.
Green (to ground terminal)
Black (to rated power supply terminal)
White (to rated power supply terminal)
50 ㎝or more
Rear side
80
㎝
or
more 50 ㎝or more
100 ㎝or more
Front side
Main unit
Main unitMain unit
Main unit
Rounded terminal for M5

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Before using this unit
Precautions when installing the unit
Warning
4. Do not use this unit in an area where there is flammable or explosive gas
•Never use this unit in an area where there is flammable or explosive gas. This unit is not
explosion-proof. An arc may be generated when the power switch is turned ON or OFF,
and fire/explosion may result.
Refer to page 42 “15. List of Dangerous Substances”.
可燃性ガス
爆発性ガス
5. Do not use explosive or flammable substances
Never use explosive substances, flammable substances and substances that include
explosive or flammable ingredients in this unit. Explosion or fire may occur. ADL311S
supports organic solvents by connecting it to the optional GAS410. Carefully read the
operation manual of GAS410 and take special care for handling of organic solvents.
Refer to page 42 “15. List of Dangerous Substances”.
可燃性物質
爆発性物質
Explosive gas
Flammable
gas
Explosive
substance
Flammable
substance

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2. Before using this unit
Precautions when installing the unit
Warning
6. Do not modify 7. Do not topple or tilt this unit
Modification of this unit is strictly
prohibited. This could cause a failure. Set this unit to the flattest place. Setting
this unit on rough or slope place could cause
the vibration or noise, or cause the
unrespectable trouble or malfunction.
改造
8. Use specified receptacle for power source
Choose a correct power distribution board or receptacle that meets the unit’s rated electric
capacity. Electric capacity: AC200V Single phase 16A （AC220V Single phase 17A,
AC240V Single phase 18A）
The specification has set to 200V at the time of factory shipping. If you want to switch
to AC220V or AC240V power supply, first change the terminal position in the unit
before connecting a power supply. (See " Before Using this unit " on P.11)
There could be the case that the unit does not run even after turning ON the power. Inspect
whether the voltage of the main power is lowered than the specified value, or whether other
device(s) uses the same power line of this unit. If the phenomena might be found, change
the power line of this unit to the other power line.
For connecting of the device to the power source, ask the dealer that you purchased this unit
from or an electrical contractor for safe.
9. Handling of power code
Do not entangle the power cord. This will cause overheating and possibly a fire.
Do not bend or twist the power cord, or apply excessive tension to it. This may cause a fire
and electrical shock.
Do not lay the power cord under a desk or chair, and do not allow it to be pinched in order to
prevent it from being damaged and to avoid a fire or electrical shock.
Keep the power cord away from any heating equipment such as a room heater. The cord's
insulation may melt and cause a fire or electrical shock.
If the power cord becomes damaged (wiring exposed, breakage, etc.), immediately turn off
the power at the rear of this unit and shut off the main supply power. Then contact your
nearest dealer for replacement of the power cord. Leaving it may cause a fire or electrical
shock.
Connect the power plug to the receptacle which is supplied appropriate power and voltage.
Modification

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2. Before using this unit
Service receptacle capacity
Service receptacle capacity
Apply the 100V 2A or less service receptacle for this unit.
Connecting the service receptacle with its capacity over 2A blowouts the fuse, and the power
source to the service receptacle is shut down. For resetting this damage, replace the fuse in
the fuse holder on the right side of the back of the unit.
Applicable models
Mag mixer: MAseries, M-21, MD series, MC800, MF800
Laboratory stirrer: LT series, LR series, LS series
Use a separate power supply for a unit with a heater and its total current exceeds 2A
Temperature output terminal
The temperature output signals for the Outlet (outlet temperature) and the Inlet (inlet temperature) are
4-20mAfor the measure temperature of 40-240℃.
[ Current output of 4-20mA： Measured temperature of 40-240℃ ]
Conversion formula: Current output I (mA)=0.08 x (measured temperature T(℃)＋10)
Measured temperature T(℃)＝12.5×current output I (mA)-10
When you connecting to the voltage input of the recorder, connect a fixed resistor (shunt resistor)
of 600Ωor lower to the voltage input of the recorder.
＋
inlet temp
－
(4～20mA：40～240℃)
＋
outlet temp
－
(4～20mA：40～240℃)
20mA 4mA
40℃
240℃
Measured
temp.
Current output

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3.Names of parts and their function
Main unit + GF300 set
Front side
Rear side
Operation panel
Specimen table
Specimen sending
pump
Connector for GAS410
(optional)
*For ADL311S only
Drying chamber
ELB with over current
protector
Power cord
Exhaust port (φ51)
Cap
Blind plate for connecting
GAS410 (optional)
*For ADL311S only
Spray nozzle
Air spray tube
Outlet temperature
sensor
Stage UP/DOWN handle
(inside the door)
For blind plate for
recorder (optional)
Blower (inside the door)
GAS410 (optional) connecting
nipple
*For ADL311S only
Temperature output terminal
Fuse for service outlet
Suction hose
Service outlet
AC100V 2A
Cooling water nozzle port
O.D.:
φ
10.5
Pressurized air inlet
O.D.:φ7
Product collecting container
Cyclone
For blind plate for air
amount meter (optional)
Nozzle detection sensor BOX
*ForADL311S only
Suction port cover
Caster

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3.Names of parts and their functions
Operation panel
No.
Name Operation/action
① Power switch This is used to turn power ON/OFF.
② Blower control dial This is used to set an air amount.
③ Key panel
(Touch panel) This is used to perform the operations below and display. Blower ON/OFF, liquid pump FORWARD/REVERSE
Heater ON/OFF, pulse jet switch, error indication
④ Control selector switch Set temperature on the temperature controller on the
selected side is used to control the temperature.
⑤ Setting and display of inlet
temperature This is used to set an outlet temperature, display the measured temperature and as an overheat preventive
device.
⑥ Setting and display of inlet
temperature This is used to set an inlet temperature, display the measured temperature and as an overheat preventive
device.
⑦ Pressure meter This meter indicates the pressure of pressurized air.
⑧ Needle valve control dial This dial is used to control pressure of pressurized air.
⑨ Liquid sending speed control
dial This dial is used to control flow of the liquid pump.
①
②
④
⑦
③
⑤
⑨
⑧
⑥

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4. Operating procedures
Preparations
(1) Selecting the power supply
First switch the power supply terminal
First check that the switches of the control assembly and the ELB are OFF and then connect
the power cord securely to the power supply meeting the specified voltage and current.
Ordinary, the unit has been specified to AC200V. Switch the terminals in the unit before
connecting the power supply when you are going to use the unit in an AC220V or AC240V
district. The terminal block is located inside the door at the front control assembly.
T1
R
S
240V
220V
200V
0 V
(2) Connecting an earth
The power cord of this unit is an earthed 3-core captire cable (VCT) that integrates an earth
wire and you must earth the green wire.
電圧側 黒
電圧側 白
接地極
屋内配線 機器
緑
(3) Connection of the exhaust duct
In an environment where hot air or fine particles from the blower are of concern, connect the
included exhaust duct to the exhaust port and use a draft chamber to exhaust them to outside.
In
-
house
Voltage side
Voltage side
Ground side
Black
White
Gree
Unit

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4. Operating procedures
Preparations
(4) Connect the nipple (φ7) at the rear of the upper frame and the compressor or other pressurized
air units with the included pressure-proof hose and then securely tighten it using a hose band.
Adjust the discharge pressure of the compressor to be constant (0.3MPa or less) using the
pressure reducing valve.
(5) Cooling the spray nozzle
The cooling mechanism for the spray nozzle is pre-installed (nozzle O.D.:φ10.5). When you
operate the unit under operating conditions under which the spray nozzle is likely to clog,
connect a separate cooling water circulating unit (such as CF300) or to a tap water faucet to
allow cooking water circulating.
(6) Open the package of the mini spray attachment (GF300) and check for damages to glass and
other parts or any missing parts.
(7) Install the distributor and aluminum honeycomb assembly onto the top of the unit.
Install the O-ring P16 into the φ20 groove on the top of the distributor.
(install using three M6 x 20 hex bolts, spring washers, flat washers each)
O-ring P145
O-ring P135
Install into the groove
on the bottom surface
Hex bolts at three
positions
Aluminum honeycomb (installed from the
top of the distributor)
Compressor connecting nipple
Not used
Optional for GAS410
Nozzle IN
Nozzle OUT
Temperature sensor
connecting socket
O
-
ring P16
Install into the φ20
groove on the top of
the distributor

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4. Operating procedures
Preparations
(8) Insert the pipe in the center of the distributor and twist it all the way.
(9) Align the groove with the stage positioning pin and then install the drying chamber.
Open the left side door and turn the handle while holding the drying chamber by hand to lift
the stage. When the glass chamber reaches the top of the main unit, turn the handle by about
half a rotation from that position and then securely fix the glass chamber.
(10) Install the outlet temperature sensor into the pipe at the glass container connecting port and
insert the plug into the socket on the top of the main unit.
Temp. sensor
connection
Drying chamber
Stage handle
(Inside the door) ）
Pipe
Stage positioning pin
(Inside the door)
Temp. sensor connecting
socket

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4. Operating procedures
Preparations
(11) Connect the cyclone following the step numbers below.
Cap
2.
Connection of the teflon
hose and the connecting
ferrule D
Connecting ferrule D
1.
Connecting the cyclone and
the glass chamber
Power clamp 40A
Packing 40A
4.
Connecting the cyclone and the
product collecting container
Product collecting container
Container holding band
3.
Connecting the cyclone
and the connecting ferrule
Power clamp 50A
Packing 50A
O
-
ring P100
Put tightly inside
the cover

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4. Operating procedures
Operating method
Please refer to the sample operating method below that uses settings for a standard sample.
Sodium chloride water solution NET 100g Solid content density:5wt%
(1) Turn the ELB on the right side of the main unit ON.
(2) Turn the power switch on the operation panel of the main
unit ON.
Temperature controllers, indication lamps, and the key
panel will be displayed.
(3) The temperature controller at the upper part of the
control panel is used for outlet temperature while the
control at the lower part is used for indicating inlet
temperature and temperature setting.
You select temperature control for inlet or outlet
temperature using SWITCHING. When you want to
control temperature by the outlet temperature, select
inlet temperature at the start of operation switch to outlet
temperature once the temperature has stabilized.
*Setting ranges will differ among temperature
controllers.
Outlet temperature setting range:0 to 60℃
Inlet temperature setting range:0 to 220℃
Example: Select the inlet side with SWITCHING
Inlet temperature setting: 150℃
(4) Install the mini spray attachment following the
procedures above (P.12～P.14).

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4. Operating procedures
Operating method
(5) Turn the blower switch ON and set air amount.
Example:Air amount 0.45m
3
/min
(See "Dry air amount correspondence table" on P.20.)
*Use HELP key to move to the manual/language select
screen, confirm the operation manual of the unit, and
then you can select the OSD language (English,
Japanese, Chinese).
(6) Turn the heater switch ON.
(7) Set the liquid tube as shown in the left diagram and fix
the tube with flattened with the pump bracket. Set
distilled water as the specimen.
Example: Specimen of distilled water set
* When specimen is not sprayed any more, it is
suspected that the orifice of the spray nozzle is
clogged, which can be cleared by pressing the
plunger at the upper part of the nozzle (P24."
Cleaning After Using “Exploded view of the spray
nozzle). The needle (P24. "Cleaning After Using
“Exploded view of the spray nozzle) pushes out the
clog in the orifice.
BLOWER
HELP
SPRAY DRYER
ADL311（S）
Pump bracket
BLOWER
Knurled screw
Plunger
in operation
HEATER
B
inlet

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4. Operating procedures
Operating method
(8) When the inlet and the outlet temperatures have reached
the temperatures you want, set the spray pressure, turn
the pump FWD switch ON and send distilled water.
Example: Set the spray pressure to 0.1MPa when the
outlet temperature has risen to around 80℃. Adjust
liquid sending speed so that the outlet temperature
will be slightly lower than about 75℃.
(9) Readjust dry air amount, spray pressure, and liquid
sending speed so that the inlet and the outlet
temperature will be stable at the temperatures you want.
Example: Adjust liquid sending speed so that the outlet
temperature will be stable at around 75℃or slightly
lower temperature.
・Influences below are of specific settings on the outlet
temperature when the inlet temperature is constant.
Sent specimen liquid amount
→small ：outlet temperature →high
Dry air amount
→large ：outlet temperature →high
Specimen density (external factor)
→high ：outlet temperature→high
・Drops of sprayed liquid will become fine at a higher
spray pressure.
～Hint～
Open
PUMP FWD
HEATER
PUMP
REV
HEATING
H
B
inlet
PUMP FWD
HEATER
PUMP
REV
HEATING
H
B
inlet
REV

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4. Operating procedures
Operating method
(10) When the outlet temperature has become stable, change
the specimen with the actual one. At this time the outlet
temperature will change slightly and adjust liquid sending
speed again when necessary.
Example: Change specimen to 100g of 5% sodium
chloride solution
Finishing process
(11) When specimen has been sent, change the specimen
back to distilled water and clean inside the nozzle. Clean
inside the nozzle for about five minutes, turn the pump
FWD switch OFF, and then choke the spray pressure to
0.
Example: When processing of 100g has finished after
about 15minutes, change the specimen to distilled
water.
(12) Turn the heater OFF, wait until the outlet temperature
drops to 45℃or less, and turn the blower OFF.
* To avoid a malfunction, do not allow the blower
operation stopping with the outlet temperature at 45℃
℃℃
℃
or over.
(13) Turn the power switch OFF.
(14) Remove the container holding band and take out the
product collecting container. When taking out the
container, take care the powder attached on the back
side of the cyclone cover.
Example: Amount of collected powder will be about 3 to
3.5g.
(15) Wash the containers according to the maintenance
method (P24. "CleaningAfter Using").
* When you used a sample such as sodium chloride
that corrodes metals, disassemble the spray nozzle
and wash thoroughly.
BLOWER
HEATER
PUMP FWD
HEATER
HEATING
PUMP
REV
B
inlet
N
H
B
inlet
in operation
Close
PUMP FWD
SPRAYING
PULSE
JET
H
B
inlet
FWD