EIP EBAC PD120 Industrial Heater Owner’s Manual

EBAC MODEL PD120
INDUSTRIAL DEHUMIDIFIER
OWNER’S MANUAL
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UNPACKING
Carefully remove the PD120 dehumidifier unit from its transit box and visually check for signs of transit damage. If there is evidence of damage DO NOT attempt to operate the unit, call your supplier for advice. Do not discard the packing, it will be useful when transporting the dehumidifier unit in the future.

INTRODUCTION

The Ebac PD120 industrial dehumidifier removes moisture from the air through the refrigeration process.
The Ebac PD120 is basically comprised of:

1. A compressor
2. A refrigerant evaporator coil
3. A refrigerant condenser coil
4. One circulation fan
5. A remote humidistat
6. A cabinet to house the above components

The fan draws the moist air through the cold evaporator coil which cools the air below its dew point. Moisture forms on the evaporator coil and is collected in the condensate tray which is equipped with a permanent drain. The cooled air then passes through the hot condenser coil where it is reheated using the same energy removed during the cooling phase, plus the additional heat generated by the compressor. The air is therefore discharged from the dehumidifier at a slightly higher temperature with lower absolute humidity than with which it entered. Continuous circulation of air through the dehumidifier gradually reduces the relative humidity within the area.
The PD120 dehumidifier is a rugged, reliable drying unit designed to operate effectively over a broad range of temperature and humidity conditions.
The PD120 dehumidifier uses a remotely mounted adjustable humidistat to enable you to select the level of dryness.

SPECIFICATIONS

High 850 M³/hr
HORSEPOWER| 1.5
POWER SUPPLY| 230V / 50Hz / 1ph
FINISH| Powder-coated Epoxy
REFRIGERANT TYPE/QTY| R407c

INSTALLATION

POSITIONING:
Position the dehumidifier unit in the center of the room to be conditioned if at all possible. However, if a damp patch is particularly apparent the outlet grille should be pointed towards it if possible.
This unit can also be used in a duct system where applicable, please see the diagrams on the following pages which identify the overall sizes of the unit and also the mounting points.
NOTE: Both the inlet grille and outlet grille of the dehumidifier unit must have clear space around them and not be obstructed in any way. For correct installation and operation, the unit inlet and outlet must have a clearance of 0.5M from all adjacent surfaces and or structures.
Before connecting this unit to the relevant power supply the following must be carried out.
Selecting the correct fan speed – The PD120 has a low fan speed and a high fan speed and the required speed must be chosen before installation. To select the correct fan speed firstly remove the air outlet cover via the 10off M4 hex head bolts, then remove the electrical box cover via the 4off M4 hex head bolts. Once the electrical box cover is removed the supplied pink wire must be wired between either the ‘C’ and ‘L’ or the ‘C’ and ‘H’ terminals on the terminal block. This is shown below.

Before the unit will switch on it must have a low voltage humidistat wired into it with the NC contacts wired to the terminal block inside the electrical box as shown below.

OPERATION

The following procedures should be followed to test the PD120 for correct operation:

1. After unpacking, examine all external features to confirm damage-free shipment. Report all defects and damage at once. Connect the power cable to a grounded power source.
2. Connect the drainage outlet to a suitably sized hose and run the hose to a permanent drain.

Caution: Do not operate the machine without the covers for any longer than necessary. Do not remove/ replace the covers when the unit is in operation.
Check the dehumidification process as follows:
A. Place the unit on a level surface.
B. Startup unit as follows:
i. Ensure fan speed selection has been chosen as mentioned in previous pages and also that the humidistat has been wired in.
ii. Rotate the humidistat control knob to fully counterclockwise, with the minimum setting.
iii. Plug the unit into the power supply and rotate the humidistat knob clockwise to the desired setting.
C. Check that the compressor is running.
D. Leave the machine running for 15 minutes.
E. Observe the evaporator coils behind the filter on the air inlet end of the unit to confirm frost formation.
i. If the air temperature is below 70ºF, an even coating of frost should cover the entire evaporator coil, except for the last one or two coils.
ii. If the air temperature is about 70ºF, frost and/or droplets of condensed water should cover the entire evaporator coil.
F. As the drain tray fills, the condensate will automatically drain by gravity.
If after carrying out the above procedures, the unit does not appear to function properly, refer to the Trouble Shooting section or contact the Factory Service Center.

WARNING:

• Due to the high pressures within the refrigeration circuit, under no circumstances must direct heat be applied to the evaporator coil in an attempt to remove the build-up of ice.
• No attempt should be made to cut open any part of the refrigeration circuit due to the high pressures and gas involved. If the unit is switched off at the mains power supply for any reason, the unit must be allowed to stand at rest for at least five minutes before restarting. Failure to do so may cause the unit to blow the fuses owing to the compressor there being a refrigerant imbalance.

ROUTINE SERVICE

WARNING: ENSURE THAT THE POWER CORD TO THE MACHINE HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED BEFORE CARRYING OUT ROUTINE SERVICE. THE SERVICING AND REPAIR OF THIS UNIT SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON
To ensure continued full efficiency of the dehumidifier, maintenance procedures should be performed as follows:

1. Clean the surface of the evaporator and condenser coils by blowing the dirt out from behind the fins with compressed air. Hold the nozzle of the air hose away from the
   coil (approx 6”) to avoid damaging the fins. Alternatively, vacuum cleans the coils.
   WARNING: DO NOT STEAM CLEAN REFRIGERATION COILS.

2. Check that the fan is firmly secured to the motor shaft and that the fan rotates freely. The fan motor is sealed for life and therefore does not need oiling.

3. To check the refrigerant charge, run the unit for 15 minutes and briefly remove the cover. The evaporator coil should be evenly frost coated across its surface. At temperatures above 70°F, the coil may be covered with droplets of water rather than frost. Partial frosting accompanied by a frosting of the thin capillary tubes indicates loss of refrigerant gas or low charge.

4. Check all wiring connections.

IF ANY OF THE PRECEDING PROBLEMS OCCUR, CONTACT THE EBAC SERVICE CENTER PRIOR TO CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE UNIT TO PREVENT PERMANENT DAMAGE.

REPAIRS

1. Should an electrical component fail, consult the Factory Service Center to obtain the proper replacement part.

2. If refrigerant gas is lost from the machine, it will be necessary to use a refrigeration technician to correct the fault. Contact the Factory Service Center prior to initiating this action.
   Any competent refrigeration technician will be able to service the equipment. The following procedure must be used:
   a. The source of the leak must be determined and corrected.
   b. The machine should be thoroughly evacuated before recharging.
   c. The unit must be recharged with refrigerant measured accurately by weight.
   d. For evacuation and recharging of the machine, use the crimped and brazed charging stub attached to the side of the refrigerant compressor.
   The charging stub should be crimped and brazed after servicing. NEVER allow permanent service valves to be fitted to any part of the circuit. Service valves may
   leak causing further loss of refrigerant gas.

3. The refrigerant compressor fitted to the dehumidifier is a durable unit that should give many years of service. Compressor failure can result from the machine losing its refrigerant gas. The compressor can be replaced by a competent refrigeration technician.
   Failure of the compressor can be confirmed by the following procedure:
   a. Establish that power is present at the compressor terminals using a voltmeter.
   b. With the power disconnected, check the continuity of the internal winding by using a meter across the compressor terminals. An open circuit indicates that the compressor should be replaced.
   c. Check that the compressor is not grounded by establishing that a circuit does not exist between the compressor terminals and the shell of the compressor.

TROUBLESHOOTING

supply panel
Little or no airflow| 1. Loose fan on the shaft
2. Fan motor burnt out
3. Dirty refrigeration coils
4. Loose electrical wiring| 1. Tighten the fan
2. Replace the fan motor
3. See Routine Maintenance Section
4. Check the wiring diagram to find faults and repair
Little or no water extraction| 1. Insufficient airflow
2. Compressor fault
3. Loss of refrigerant gas| 1. Check all of the above
2. Contact the Factory Service Center
3. Contact the Factory Service Center
Unit vibrates excessively| 1. Loose compressor mounts
2. Damaged fan| 1. Tighten the nuts on the compressor mounts
2. Replace fan
Water flooding inside the machine| 1. Drain pipe blocked/frozen
2. Drain pipe too high| 1. Clear the obstruction
2. Ensure that no section of the drain hose is above the level of the water outlet

WARNINGS
This appliance can be used by children from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the application in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
If the SUPPLY CORD is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazards.
This product contains fluorinated greenhouse gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol.
The refrigeration system is hermetically sealed.
The Global Warming Potential (GWP) of refrigerants used in products manufactured by Ebac Industrial Products Ltd is as follows

R134a – 1300
R407c – 1610

For the type and weight of refrigerant contained in this unit, please refer to the product data label
Due to the high pressures within the refrigeration circuit, under no circumstances must direct heat be applied to the evaporator coil in an attempt to remove the build-up of ice.
No attempt should be made to cut open any part of the refrigeration circuit due to the high pressures and gas involved.
If the unit is switched off at the mains power supply for any reason, the unit must be allowed to stand at rest for at least three minutes before restarting.

UK Head Office
Ebac Industrial Products Ltd
St Helens Trading Estate
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 9AD
Tel: +44 (0) 1388 664400
Fax: +44 (0) 1388 662590
www.eipl.co.uk
sales@eipl.co.uk| American Sales Office
Ebac Industrial Products Inc
700 Thimble Shoals Blvd.
Suite 109, Newport News
Virginia, 23606-2575
USA
Tel: +01 757 873 6800
Fax: +01 757 873 3632
www.ebacusa.com
sales@ebacusa.com| German Sales Office
Ebac Industrial Products Ltd.
Gartenfelder Str. 29-37
Gebäude 35
D-13599, Berlin
Germany
Tel: +49 3043 557241
Fax: +49 3043 557240
www.eip-ltd.de
sales@eip-ltd.de
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Drawing: – TPC368
Issue: – 6
Date: – 24/11/16
Get In Touch
Call: 0845 6880112
Email: info@adremit.co.uk 
Our Address
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Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 9RH

References

• EIP Group - Industrial Dehumidifiers
• EIP Group - Industrial Dehumidifiers
• EIPL - Industrial Dehumidifiers

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