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Breathing Air Purification Modules

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

ARRANGEMENT DRAWINGS
Section Page

1. BAM102 - BAM110 4

2. BA-DME012 to BA-DME030 6

3. BA-DME040 7

4. BA-DME050 to BA-DME060 8

5. BA-DME080 9

MAXI DRYER
Section Page

1. General Description 12

2. Technical Specification 12

3. Operation of DDS Controller 13

4. DDS Heatless Control Schematic (See Figs.) 14

5. Installation 17

6. Maintenance 17

7. Known Misuse 18

8. Fault Finding 18

9. Warranty 19

MIDI DRYER
Section Page

Safety Warning 21

1. General Description 21

2. Technical Specification 22

3. Unpacking 23

4. Installation 23

5. Electrical Details 26

6. Operation 27

7. Maintenance 28

8. Fault Diagnosis 29

9. Known Misuse 29

10. Declaration 30

11. Warranty 31
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PURIFIERS BAH101
Section Page

1. Installation 33

2. Service Life 35

3. Maintenance 35

PURIFIERS BAH102 - BAH106

Section Page

1. Installation 37

2. Service Life 39

3. Maintenance 39

OIL - X FILTERS
Section Page

1. Declaration 41

2. Technical Specification 41

3. Installation 42

4. Maintenance 43

5. Element Replacement 44

6. Differential Pressure Gauge 46

7. Accessories 47

8. Declaration of Conformity 48

CARBON MONOXIDE MONITOR

Section Page

1. General Description 51

2. Operation 51

3. Maintenance 53

Internal and external wiring looms V4 55

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Breathing Air (Maxi) Purification Modules
General Notes
Flow Rate @ 7 barg 160 to 800 scfm

Max.Operating Pressure 13 barg

Min.Operating Pressure 4 barg

Max. Inlet Temperature 50ºC

Min. Outlet Temperature 5ºC

Power Supply 230V. 110V. or Pneumatic

Breathing Air Maxi Modules 110V

Breathing Air Maxi Modules 240V

Breathing Air Maxi Modules Pneumatic

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BAM102 - BAM110

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 Technical Specification
General Notes
Flow Rates @ 7bar g - 24 to 176 cfm
Max. Working Pressure BA-DME012-D to BA-DME040-D - 16 bar g
Max. Working Pressure BA-DME050-D to BA-DME080-D- 13 bar g
Min. Operating Pressure 4 bar g
Recommended Max. Inlet Temperature 30˚C
Absolute Max. Inlet Temperature 50˚C
Absolute Min. Inlet Temperature 5˚C
Dewpoint -40˚C

Breathing Air Midi Purification Modules

Type DDS 230V / 1PH / 50-60Hz
MODEL COMP.REF. DIM DIM FLOW MAX.INLET WEIGHT INLET OUTLET OUTLET INLET
A B @7bar TEMP˚C Kg BSP BSP FILTER FILTER

BA-DME012 606033110 1045 476 24 50 37.6 1/2 3/8 0013G 0013G

BA-DME015 606033120 1211 490 32 50 42.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0025G
BA-DME020 606033130 1376 490 42 50 47.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0025G
BA-DME025 606033140 1541 490 53 50 52.6 1/2 3/3 0040G 0025G
BA-DME030 606033150 1707 521 65 50 57.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0040G
BA-DME040 606033160 1960 732 88 50 73.9 3/4 3/4 2X0040G 0040G
BA-DME050 606033170 1750 1275 106 50 211.0 1 1 BAH101 0080G
BA-DME060 606033180 1916 1275 130 50 223.8 1 1 BAH101 0080G
BA-DME080 606033190 2076 1200 176 50 224 1 1 BA102 0080G

Breathing Air Midi Purification Modules

Type 230V / 1PH / 50-60Hz
MODEL COMP.REF. DIM DIM FLOW MAX.INLET WEIGHT INLET OUTLET OUTLET INLET
A B @7bar TEMP˚C Kg BSP BSP FILTER FILTER

BA-DME012 606033210 1045 476 24 50 37.6 1/2 3/8 0013G 0013G

BA-DME015 606033220 1211 490 32 50 42.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0025G
BA-DME020 606033230 1376 490 42 50 47.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0025G
BA-DME025 606033240 1541 490 53 50 52.6 1/2 3/3 0040G 0025G
BA-DME030 606033250 1707 521 65 50 57.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0040G
BA-DME040 606033260 1960 732 88 50 73.9 3/4 3/4 2X0040G 0040G
BA-DME050 606033270 1750 1275 106 50 211.0 1 1 BAH101 0080G
BA-DME060 606033280 1916 1275 130 50 223.8 1 1 BAH101 0080G
BA-DME080 606033290 2076 1200 176 50 224 1 1 BA102 0080G

Breathing Air Midi Purification Modules

Type 110V / 1PH / 50-60Hz
MODEL COMP.REF. DIM DIM FLOW MAX.INLET WEIGHT INLET OUTLET OUTLET INLET
A B @7bar TEMP˚C Kg BSP BSP FILTER FILTER

BA-DME012 606033310 1045 476 24 50 37.6 1/2 3/8 0013G 0013G

BA-DME015 606033320 1211 490 32 50 42.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0025G
BA-DME020 606033330 1376 490 42 50 47.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0025G
BA-DME025 606033340 1541 490 53 50 52.6 1/2 3/3 0040G 0025G
BA-DME030 606033350 1707 521 65 50 57.6 1/2 3/4 0040G 0040G
BA-DME040 606033360 1960 732 88 50 73.9 3/4 3/4 2X0040G 0040G
BA-DME050 606033370 1750 1275 106 50 211.0 1 1 BAH101 0080G
BA-DME060 606033380 1916 1275 130 50 223.8 1 1 BAH101 0080G
BA-DME080 606033390 2076 1200 176 50 224 1 1 BA102 0080G

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BA-DME012 to BA-DME030

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BA-DME040

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BA-DME040 to BA-DME060

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BA-DME080

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DESICCANT AIR DRYER
HEATLESS
Dewpoint Dependant Switching

Installation Operating & Maintenance Instructions

 SAFETY WARNING!
Do not operate the dryer until the instructions in the operation section of this manual have been read
and understood by all personnel concerned.

It is essential that personnel employ safe working practices and observe all related regulations and legal
requirements for safety when operating the dryer.

When handling, operating or carrying out maintenance on the dryer, personnel must employ safe engineering
practices and observe all relevant local health and safety requirements and regulations. The attention of UK
users is drawn to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and the Institute of Electrical Engineers Regulations.

Most accidents which occur during the operation and maintenance of machinery are the result of failure to
observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognising a situation that is
potentially hazardous.

Improper operation or maintenance of the dryer could be dangerous and result in an accident causing injury or
even death.

domnick hunter can not anticipate every possible circumstance which may represent a potential hazard. The
WARNINGS in this manual cover the most common potential hazards and are therefore not all-inclusive. If the
user employs an operating procedure, an item of equipment or a method of working which is not specifically
recommended by domnick hunter he must ensure that the dryer will not be damaged or made unsafe and that
there is no risk to persons or property.

IMPORTANT
Safety Signs
Operations or procedures involving specific hazards which could cause injury or death if precautions are not
heeded, are identified by the following symbols which are displayed on the desiccant air dryer to indicate
potential danger points.

WARNING: RISK OF DANGER

CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION: RISK OF HIGH PRESSURE

IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE

READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER.

PLEASE NOTE: YOUR WARRANTY MAY BE INVALIDATED IF THE EQUIPMENT HAS NOT BEEN
INSTALLED, COMMISSIONED OR MAINTAINED BY domnick hunter OR ITS APPROVED AGENTS.

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 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The adsorptive capacity of the desiccant within the dryer is essentially constant whereas the moisture loading
and the air flow through the dryer are continuously varying. In order to maintain the specified air quality
downstream of the dryer, it has to be sized for the worst case conditions, namely lowest pressure, highest flow
and highest inlet temperature. These conditions may only occur for a small part of the service life of the dryer,
for example, the highest inlet temperatures may only be present during the summer months. This means that
the moisture loading on the desiccant beds is below the dryer’s capacity for much of its service life e.g. quiet
periods in between shifts usually have lower air supply requirements.

To gain access to this adsorptive capacity, a moisture sensor is fitted which monitors the downstream dewpoint,
this system is known as Dewpoint Dependent Switching (DDS). This interrupts the normal sequence of the
controller which then instructs the dryer to change over only when the desiccant has adsorbed moisture to its
capacity. This effectively elongates the drying cycle. However, as regeneration has been optimised for a fully
laden desiccant bed, this remains of constant duration resulting in a period of zero energy consumption; purging
is discontinued. In this way energy savings are obtained when compared to the operation of a fixed cycle,
without sacrificing the resulting air quality.

Dewpoint Dependent Switching (DDS) is available in two variants, with or without dewpoint monitoring display.

This manual describes the operation of and equipment used in the DDS system only, and should be used in
conjunction with the standard PNEUDRI I.O.M.I.

2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

MODEL WITH DEWPOINT DISPLAY WITHOUT DEWPOINT DISPLAY

Code Suffix DS DS-ND

Pressure Dewpoint -40˚C -40˚C

Controls Cam Timer fitted with full Cam Timer fitted with PCB
Hygrometer

Electrical Supply 240V 1ph 50Hz 240V 1ph 50Hz

110V 1ph 60Hz 110V 1ph 60Hz

Dewpoint Display Digital LCD None

Analogue Output 4 to 20 mA linear 1 to 6V non-linear

(Max Load 800Ω)

0 to 1V linear

Alarm Output Volt free contact; Volt free contact;

rated 2A 240 Vac or 30 Vdc rated 2A 240 Vac or 30 Vdc

Indicators Power On Power On

Dewpoint Switching Active Dewpoint Switching Active

Dewpoint Alarm Dewpoint Alarm

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 3. OPERATION OF DDS CONTROLLER
1. INTRODUCTION

The Dewpoint Switching Systems with and without dewpoint display options incorporate two relays
designated Alarm 1 and Alarm 2. These relays are preset by domnick hunter and are configured such that
Alarm 1 controls the dewpoint switching function and Alarm 2 operates the fault and remote alarm
functions. Alarm 1 is configured HI normally closed, and Alarm 2 is configured HI normally closed. The HI
function causes an alarm signal to be generated when a high moisture content (i.e. wet dewpoint) is
encountered.

2. OPERATION OF DEWPOINT DEPENDENT SWITCHING

References should be made to Figure 1 (PCB option without dewpoint display) and Figure 2 (Hygrometer
Display).

Alarm 1 on both options controls the activation of the Dewpoint Dependent Switching. When the dryer
outlet dewpoint is wetter than the set point for Alarm 1, an alarm signal is generated. Consequently the
normally closed contact of the Alarm 1 relay opens and the cam timer relay coil is de-energised, the
normally closed contact of the cam timer relay remains closed and the cam timer operates.

Conversely, when the outlet dewpoint of the dryer becomes drier than the set point for Alarm 1, an alarm
signal is not generated, and the normally closed Alarm 1 relay contact closes. The cam timer coil becomes
energised causing the normally closed contact of the cam timer relay to open, thereby stopping the cam
timer and producing a period of zero energy consumption. This will only occur when the offline bed has
been fully regenerated and repressurised.

3. OPERATION OF ALARM (FAULT) FUNCTION

Alarm 2 on both options controls the activation of the fault alarm function. When the dryer outlet dewpoint
is wetter than the set point for Alarm 2 an alarm signal is generated which opens the normally closed
contact of the Alarm 2 relay. This causes the fault alarm relay coil to become de-energised, the normally
closed contact of the fault alarm relay closes and the alarm lamp illuminates.

Conversely, when the outlet dewpoint of the dryer becomes drier than the set point for Alarm 2 an alarm
signal is not generated. Consequently the normally closed contact of the Alarm 2 relay remains closed and
the fault alarm relay coil becomes energised. The normally closed contact of the fault alarm relay opens,
and the alarm lamp does not become illuminated.

4. FAILURE MODES

Should a fault develop on the system the normally closed contacts on the cam timer relay and fault alarm
relay close, thereby allowing continued operation of the cam timer and illuminating the alarm lamp. In
addition a pair of volt free contacts are provided which open on alarm, these may be used to provide
remote indication that a fault has occurred. In the event of a power failure (i.e. transformer fault or blown
fuse) the normally closed contacts of the fault alarm relay will close thereby activating a remote alarm. The
remote alarm contacts are rated at 240Vac and any external equipment or remote indicators should not
exceed this level.

5. INDICATION OF DRYER DEWPOINT

A voltage output (1-6V) corresponding to the dewpoint being monitored by the hygrometer sensor may be
taken from the PCB on the non-display option and this may be used to indicate the dryer dewpoint.
However this output is non-linear and direct conversion to a dewpoint value requires the linearisation data
for the sensor version used (available on request). If the full display hygrometer is fitted, a linear 4 to 20
mA (max load 800Ω) and linear 0 to 1V analogue outputs are available.

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4. DDS HEATLESS CONTROL SCHEMATIC

FIG. 1 PCB Option Without Dewpoint Display

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FIG. 2 Hygrometer Display
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FIG. 3 Pneumatic Schematic
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 5. INSTALLATION

1 2 3

4 A

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6 7 B C

Rear View of Control Box

1) Hygrometer Power Connection 2) Power Connection 3) Remote Alarm (where fitted)

(Display Variant)

Hygrometer Sensor
(PCB Variant)

4) Indicator Lights 5) Solenoid Side A 6) Solenoid Side B

7) Hygrometer Alarm Cable A) Constant Pressure B) Column Pressure Side A

(with display option only)

C) Column Pressure Side B

5.1 REMOTE OUTPUTS

Two remote outputs are available. The first is a remote alarm which provides fault indication via the volt
free contacts (and the normally open contact on the fault alarm relay). The second is an analogue
voltage output which may be taken from the hygrometer display or PCB board on the non-display option
to remotely indicate the dryer dewpoint.

6. MAINTENANCE
The controller is designed to be maintenance free, however, if required, periodic replacement of the
AA0003G filter element upstream of the sensor may be undertaken, in addition to annual recalibration of the
hygrometer sensor.

If any other maintenance or repair work is deemed to be required, please contact domnick hunter, or a
domnick hunter approved distributor.

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 7. KNOWN MISUSE
(Please ensure that the following situations do not occur in your installation)

* Tampering with the controller.

* Disconnection of hygrometer sensor.

* Kinking of pneumatic tubing

* Tampering with hygrometer settings.

* Operation of dryer whilst the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.

* Power not connected to the controller

8. FAULT FINDING
VISUAL INDICATION PROBABLE CAUSE CHECK REMEDY
Cam timer not running Power failure Is power lamp on? Check for incoming supply,
Incoming supply present? replace fuses if blown
Fuses intact?
Dryer in DDS mode Is dewpoint dryer than set point If Dewpoint drier than set point
for Alarm 1? Use service then DDS is functioning correctly.
engineers sensor simulator to If not call service engineer
simulate wet dewpoint
Controller fault Call service engineer
Cam timer fault Call service engineer
Hygrometer sensor fault Call service engineer
Warning lamp illuminated Dewpoint wetter than set point for Use service engineers sensor Call service engineer
Alarm 2 simulator to simulate dry dewpoint
Controller fault Call service engineer
Hygrometer settings incorrect Call service engineer
Power on lamp not illuminating Blown bulb Bulb intact? Replace if necessary
No incoming power Incoming supply present? Replace fuses if blown
Fuses intact? If fault persists call service
engineer
Dewpoint Switching inoperative Dewpoint wetter than set point for Simulate dry dewpoint using Call service engineer
Alarm 1 service engineers sensor
simulator
Controller fault Call service engineer
Loss of pneumatic signals to Kinking of pneumatic tubing, air Rectify kinking of tube if possible,
controller leakage otherwise call service engineer
Energy saving lamp not Bulb blown Bulb intact? Replace if necessary
illuminating Dryer not in Dewpoint Switching Is dewpoint wetter than set point Call service engineer
mode for Alarm 1 (use service
engineers sensor simulator)
Dewpoint Switching Inoperative As above Call service engineer
Dryer always in Dewpoint Dewpoint dryer than DDS Simulate wet dewpoint using Call service engineer
Switching mode setpoint service engineers sensor
simulator
Sensor fault (open circuit) Call service engineer
Controller fault Call service engineer
Hygrometer display Dewpoint dryer than -80˚C Simulate wet dewpoint using Call service engineer
permanently indicates -80 Sensor fault (open circuit) service engineers sensor Call service engineer
Controller fault simulator Call service engineer
Dryer never in Dewpoint Dewpoint wetter than set point for Use service engineers sensor Call service engineer
Dependent Switching mode Alarm 1 simulator to simulate dry dewpoint
Alarm fault active Is Dewpoint wetter than set point If not, call service engineer
for Alarm 2
Controller fault Call service engineer
Loss of pneumatic signal to Kinking or leaks from pneumatic Rectify kinking or leaks from tube
controller tubing if possible, otherwise call service
engineer

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 9. WARRANTY
This warranty applies to dryers and associated pre-filters (the Equipment) manufactured and
supplied by domnick hunter.

Use of the dryer without the recommended genuine domnick hunter manufactured filtration
or genuine parts, will expressly invalidate the warranty.

Should the Equipment by defective as to materials or workmanship, domnick hunter warrants that
it will remedy such defect for a period of 12 months from the date of despatch. Where the
Equipment is a desiccant dryer, the warranty period will be 12 months from the date of
commissioning or 18 months from date of despatch, whichever is the earlier, provided such
commissioning is carried out by domnick hunter or it’s authorised agent. In the case of Equipment
other than a desiccant dryer, the warranty period shall commence from the date of despatch.
Should any defect occur during the warranty period and be notified in writing to domnick hunter or
it’s authorised agent within the said period, domnick hunter will, at it’s sole option, remedy such
defects by repair or by provision of a replacement part, provided that the Equipment has been used
strictly in accordance with the instructions provided with each item of the Equipment and has been
stored, installed, commissioned, operated and maintained in accordance with such instruction and
good practice. domnick hunter shall not be under any liability whatsoever under the warranty if,
before giving notification in writing to domnick hunter as aforesaid, the Customer or any third party
meddles, interferes, tampers with or carries out any work whatsoever (apart from normal
maintenance as specified in the said instructions) in relation to the Equipment or any part thereof.

Any accessories, parts and equipment supplied by domnick hunter but not manufactured by
domnick hunter, shall carry whatever warranty the manufacturer has given domnick hunter
provided it is possible for domnick hunter to pass on such warranty to the Customer.

To claim under the warranty, the goods must have been installed and continuously maintained in
the manner specified in the Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instruction (I.O.M.I.). Our
Product Support Engineers are qualified and equipped to assist you in this respect. They are also
available to make repairs that may become necessary in which event they will require an official
order before carrying out the work. If such work is to be the subject of warranty claim, the order
should be endorsed ‘for consideration under warranty’.

Any substitution of parts not manufactured or approved by domnick hunter will expressly
invalidate the warranty.

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MIDI PLUS
HIGH EFFICIENCY
COMPRESSED AIR DRYERS

USER GUIDE
 SAFETY WARNING!
Do not operate the dryer until the instructions in this manual have been read and understood by all
personnel concerned.

When handling, installing or operating, personnel must employ safe engineering practices and observe all
related regulations, health and safety procedures, and legal requirements for safety.

Most accidents that occur during the operation and maintenance of machinery are the result of failure to
observe basic safety rules and procedures. Accidents can be avoided by recognising that any machinery is
potentially hazardous.

domnick hunter can not anticipate every possible circumstance which may represent a potential hazard.
The WARNINGS in this manual cover the most known potential hazards, but by definition cannot be all
inclusive. If the dryer user employs an operating procedure, item of equipment or a method of working which
is not specifically recommended by domnick hunter the user must ensure that the dryer will not be damaged
or made a potential hazard to persons or property.

IMPORTANT DME Facia

Caution: Power
Risk of Electric Shock

Power on LED
Attention
ECO (DDS) LED

PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR WARRANTY MAY BE INVALIDATED IF THE EQUIPMENT HAS NOT BEEN
INSTALLED, COMMISSIONED OR MAINTAINED BY domnick hunter OR A domnick hunter APPROVED
AGENT.
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The MIDI PLUS range of compressed air dryers are designed to remove moisture from compressed air by
utilising state of the art technology to obtain dewpoints of -40 oC, and by appropriate de-rating,
-70oC.

The MIDI PLUS range of dryers have been designed to require minimal maintenance and can be installed
virtually anywhere.

The MIDI PLUS dryer consists of an inlet and an outlet manifold joined together with an aluminium column.
The column has twin internal chambers both filled with desiccant material. During operation one chamber is
on-line (drying) while the other is regenerating, using the Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) process.

Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA)

A small percentage of dried air is taken from the dryer output flow and is used to regenerate the saturated
chamber by expanding the dried air from line pressure to atmospheric pressure. During this process, the
moisture is physically removed from the regenerating chamber and vented to atmosphere through the
exhaust silencers.

Dewpoint Dependent Switching (DDS) - Optional

If DDS is fitted, this will adjust the dryers cycle in line with the moisture loading placed upon it, by constantly
monitoring the processed air moisture content. Also available as a retrofit to all DME dryer models.

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KEY
1 By-pass Valve 1

2 Inlet Valve
3 Inlet Filter
4 By-pass Line OUT
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5 Outlet Valve 2

6 Outlet Filter 6
IN
7 Outlet Sight Glass
8 Pressure Gauges
9 Control Box
10 Feed Line 3
(Optional with
Dewpoint
Dependent
Switching) 8 10

2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Type Heatless
Model DME
Operating flow range 14 cfm - 299 cfm ( 0.4m3/min - 8.47 m3/min )
Dewpoint: Nominal -40oC (-40oF)
Optional -70oC (-94oF)
Air quality : inc filtration (dirt. water. oil) SO 8573.1 Class 1.2.1. Class 1.1.1 Optional
Maximum operating pressure DME012 to DME040 16 Bar(g) (232 psig)
DME050 to DME080 13 Bar(g) (188 psig)
Minimum operating pressure 4 Bar(g) (58 psig)
Maximum inlet temperature 50oC (122oF)
Minimum inlet temperature 5oC ( 41oF)
Regeneration Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA)
Nominal pressure drop across desiccant bed 140 mBar (g) (2 psi g)
Standard electrical supply ( ± 10% ) 230 VAC . 1phase. 50/60 Hz
(Others on request) 110 VAC . 1phase. 50/60 Hz
Controls Electronic Control Timer
Noise level <75 dB (A)
Media Desiccant
Material Column High tensile extruded aluminium.
Inlet/Outlet head Pressure die cast high tensile aluminium.
Finish Alocrom anti-corrosion protection and dry powder
epoxy painted.
Construction Column snow storm filled with desiccant material
and contained between the inlet and outlet head
using high tensile bolts.

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 3. UNPACKING
Every care is taken during product packaging by domnick hunter. It is advisable after carefully unpacking
the dryer to carry out a thorough visual inspection of the unit for any signs of transit damage incurred after
leaving our factory.

If any damage is found please report this immediately to the carrier and the distributor involved (if applicable),
or directly to domnick hunter ltd.

4. INSTALLATION (Refer to figure 1)

1. General
Care must be taken to ensure that the dryer is not subject to flows (even peaks) in excess of the dryers rated
capacity.

The dryer must be vertical, and level, with the inlet at the bottom.

Position the dryer to allow safe maintenance and operation.

The dryer can be free standing or secured to the floor via the fastener points provided in the base.

The purge air flow is factory set for 6 Bar g (87 psi g) minimum system pressure. Should your minimum
pressure be lower, the purge air flow must be reset by trained domnick hunter personnel to maintain
specified dewpoint.

Suitably rated pipework and connections must be used during installation. All pipework must be secure and
safely positioned.

If required the exhaust assembly can be piped away, remote from the dryer.

DME012 to DME040 range

Two inlet port connections are available. Only remove the fitted sight glass from the port chosen as the inlet
to the dryer.

Two outlet port connections are available. Only remove the fitted sight glass from the port chosen as the
outlet side from the dryer.
Note: The remaining sight glass will adsorb moisture from the atmosphere and require replacing if the outlet
head is not piped up immediately.

DME050 to DME080 range

One port is available for the inlet to the dryer.

One port is available for the outlet from the dryer only. Remove the fitted plug.
Note: The sight glass will adsorb moisture from the atmosphere and require replacing if the outlet head is not
piped up immediately.

Dewpoint Dependent Switching (DDS) - Optional

The DDS system requires a sampling point to be inserted in the pipework at the outlet of the dryer,
downstream of the after-filter but before the isolation valve. P.T.F.E. tubing must be used to link the sampling
point to the 4mm push-in connector of the DDS system on the dryer.

2. Filtration
domnick hunter inlet and outlet filtration must be fitted to the dryer, e.g. WS (optional), AO
(recommended), an AA grade pre-filter and an AR grade after-filter are essential. All filtration must be
installed using the practices described in the User Guide supplied with the filters.

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3. By-pass line
It is recommended that a by-pass line is installed to ensure a constant air supply, and safety, during
maintenance. This allows untreated air to by-pass the dryer, at the customers discretion during dryer
maintenance. The by-pass valve should only be open when the dryer is undergoing maintenance following
the shut down procedure.

4. Valves
Isolation valves are recommended on the inlet, outlet and by-pass lines.

5.ELECTRICAL DETAILS

This only applies to electrically powered units.

Competent qualified electricians must work on dryer supply circuitry.

Check the rating plate for power supply requirements.

Correct isolator switches must be provided at a safe and accessible point near to the dryer.

The dryer must be connected with a live, neutral and earth. The live pin on the dryer has a fuse fitted.

Connect power to the dryer via an IEC320 socket cord set, and retain with clip.

L
AC MODELS

FUSE BAY

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 6. OPERATING THE DME DESICCANT AIR DRYER

Start up procedure
Ensure the dryer inlet and outlet isolation valves are fully closed and that all covers on the dryer are secure.

Ensure that a suitable supply of compressed air to within the dryers technical specifications is available.
Turn ON external electrical isolator, the yellow power on LED should illuminate and the dryer should
commence cycling.
NB - all valves must be opened and closed gradually
Proceed as follows

Using by-pass line

With the by-pass valve fully open, introduce air into the dryer by opening the inlet valve until fully open.
Allow the dryer to fully pressurise to full system pressure, then open the outlet valve while simultaneously
closing the by-pass valve.
The dryer is now on stream.

Without by-pass line

Introduce air into the dryer by opening the inlet valve until fully open.
Allow dryer to fully pressurise to full system pressure, then open the outlet valve.
The dryer is now on stream.

During operation
During normal operating conditions the dryer is fully automatic and requires no further attention until shut-
down.
The yellow power on LED should be “ON” continuously.

The dryer column contains two chambers of desiccant material. Whilst one chamber is drying the
compressed air (adsorption) the other chamber is simultaneously undergoing regeneration (desorption).
Every two minutes the chambers are reversed in function, this is the changeover point.
Changeover is characterised by a immediate venting of compressed air from the chamber entering
regeneration.
The adsorption chamber is indicated by the relevant pressure gauge on the dryer reading full system air
pressure.
The desorption chamber is indicated by the relevant pressure gauge on the dryer reading virtually zero.
After 1 1/2 minutes the desorption chamber repressurises to equal the adsorption chamber pressure, ready
for changeover of the chambers.

The pressure gauges and sight glass moisture indicator are for indication purposes only.

Dewpoint Dependent Switching (DDS) - optional

The DDS system operates as described above, with the following modifications.
If the dryer is producing air at a better dewpoint than specified the DDS system will hold the dryer at a point
just before the changeover occurs. The green “ECO” LED will illuminate. Both pressure gauges will read full
system pressure.
The dryer will resume normal operation the instant the DDS system monitors a fall in dewpoint to the
specified level.

The crystals in the outlet sight glass moisture indicator should be blue for correct operation, however, if these
change colour to pink the dryer is producing a wetter dewpoint than required, and the cause of this must be
investigated (refer to fault diagnosis table).

Shut-down procedure
The dryer can be shut down at any point in its cycle.

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Using by-pass line
Close the dryer outlet valve whilst simultaneously opening the by-pass valve.
Close the dryer inlet valve.
The air will now by-pass the dryer, allow the dryer to depressurise before isolating electrical supply, vent
pressure from inlet and outlet filters using methods described in the filter User Guide. The dryer may still be
pressurised if this is not done.

Without by-pass line

Close the dryer outlet valve.
Close the dryer inlet valve
Allow the dryer to depressurise before isolating electrical supply, vent pressure from inlet and outlet filters
using methods described in the filter User Guide. The dryer may still be pressurised if this is not done.

7. MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS

Daily
Ensure yellow “POWER ON” LED is not flashing.
Visually check crystals in sight glass moisture indicator for blue colour.

Weekly
Check dryer seals, fittings and pipe work for air leaks
Check inlet and outlet filtration for indication of element blockage (see User Guide for Filters)
Ensure correct operation of filtration condensate drainage (if applicable).

The desiccant material in the dryer has a finite life dependent upon operating conditions but it will typically
exceed 10,000 hours use before it needs replacing. It will also require replacing if contaminated. Care must
be taken prior to any routine pipe flushing operations.

The outlet sight glass moisture indicator requires replacing once the crystals are no longer blue. A service
kit is available.

Desiccant changes, service kits and service training courses are available for the MIDI PLUS range of dryers
on request. Service kits must only be used by domnick hunter trained personnel.

Only domnick hunter trained personnel can remove the covers on the dryer.

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 8. FAULT DIAGNOSIS TABLE

Problem Indication Probable cause Remedy

Poor Dewpoint Crystals go pink in outlet Entrained water Check pre-filtration and pre-filtration drains
moisture indicator

Excessive air flow demand Check actual flow against rated flow of dryer
Check for recent additions to air system

Inlet pressure too low Check against technical specification

Excessive inlet air temperature Check against technical specification

Insufficient purge air flow Factory set for 6 bar g (87 psig) system
pressure.

domnick hunter trained personnel to adjust

Exhaust silencers blocked Change by domnick hunter trained personnel

Contaminated desiccant Eliminate source of contamination. Desiccant

change by domnick hunter trained personnel

Electrical fault Flashing Yellow LED Hardware fault Contact domnick hunter customer services

High differential pressure Pressure gauges Excessive outlet flow Check and regulate air demand

Failure to purge No depressurisation Purge valve blocked or shut. domnick hunter trained personnel to adjust
and poor dewpoint Exhaust silencers blocked Change by domnick hunter trained personnel

Outlet air flow stops Downstream pressure drops Electrical fault Contact domnick hunter customer
services
Yellow LED “OFF” Blown fuse in plug Change by competent personnel
Constant depresurisation Erratic air flow from exhaust Damaged valve Change by domnick hunter trained personnel

9. KNOWN MISUSE
Filters
Lack of filtration.
Installation of inlet filters remote from the dryer inlet head, allowing possible condensation to occur between
filters and dryer.
Blow down valve upstream of filters causing back flow / possible collapse of filter element.
Installing filters in wrong flow direction.
Opening inlet valve too quickly, causing initial high differential pressure across filter element.
Differential pressure gauge/indicator fitted wrong way around giving false differential pressure reading.
Combining drain pipes from filters to a single drain valve.

Inlet / outlet head

Pipe diameter too small.
Pipework unsupported.
Inlet pipework taken from low point of manifold range, allowing bulk water intrusion into the dryer.

Control box/electric’s
Incorrect wiring configuration by user, or incorrect supply voltage.
No neutral or earth wire fitted by user to dryer.

Additional Items
Use of non recommended componentry.
Untrained / unauthorised maintenance or installation personnel used.
Subsequent increase in air consumption without relation to dryer flow capacity.
Purging of pneumatic system and dryer with cleaning agents that have the potential to damage desiccant
material.
Covers removed or loose during operation.
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Declaration of Conformity

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
98/37/EC
GB
Name of manufacturer or supplier:
domnick hunter limited

Full postal address including country of origin

Dukesway, Team Valley Trading Estate,
Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England, NE11 0PZ

Description of product Adsorption Dryer

Name type or model, batch or serial number

DME012, DME015, DME020, DME025, DME030,
DME040, DME050, DME060, DME080.

Standards used, including number, title,

issue date and other relative documents
EN292-1 : 1991, EN292-2 : 1991, EN50081-2:1994, EN50081-1:1992
EN50082-1:1998, EN50082-2:1995, EN61010-1:1993

Place of issue: GATESHEAD, TYNE & WEAR, ENGLAND

Name of authorised representative

ERIC W. BLAKIE

Position of authorised representative

MANAGING DIRECTOR (INDUSTRIAL DIV.)

Full postal address if different from manufacturers

Declaration
I declare that as the authorised representative, the above information in
relation to the supply/manufacture of this product, is in conformity with the
stated standards and other related documents following the provisions of
the 98/37/EC Directive.
Signature of authorised representative:

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11. WARRANTY

This warranty applies to dryers and associated pre-filters (the Equipment) manufactured and
supplied by domnick hunter.

Use of the dryer without the recommended genuine domnick hunter manufactured filtration or
genuine parts, will expressly invalidate the warranty.

Should the Equipment by defective as to materials or workmanship, domnick hunter warrants that it
will remedy such defect for a period of 12 months from the date of despatch. Where the Equipment is
a desiccant dryer, the warranty period will be 12 months from the date of commissioning or 18 months
from date of despatch, whichever is the earlier, provided such commissioning is carried out by
domnick hunter or it’s authorised agent. In the case of Equipment other than a desiccant dryer, the
warranty period shall commence from the date of despatch. Should any defect occur during the
warranty period and be notified in writing to domnick hunter or it’s authorised agent within the said
period, domnick hunter will, at it’s sole option, remedy such defects by repair or by provision of a
replacement part, provided that the Equipment has been used strictly in accordance with the
instructions provided with each item of the Equipment and has been stored, installed, commissioned,
operated and maintained in accordance with such instruction and good practice. domnick hunter shall
not be under any liability whatsoever under the warranty if, before giving notification in writing to
domnick hunter as aforesaid, the Customer or any third party meddles, interferes, tampers with or
carries out any work whatsoever (apart from normal maintenance as specified in the said instructions)
in relation to the Equipment or any part thereof.

Any accessories, parts and equipment supplied by domnick hunter but not manufactured by domnick
hunter, shall carry whatever warranty the manufacturer has given domnick hunter provided it is
possible for domnick hunter to pass on such warranty to the Customer.

To claim under the warranty, the goods must have been installed and continuously maintained in the
manner specified in the User Guide. Our Product Support Engineers are qualified and equipped to
assist you in this respect. They are also available to make repairs that may become necessary in which
event they will require an official order before carrying out the work. If such work is to be the subject of
warranty claim, the order should be endorsed ‘for consideration under warranty’.

Any substitution of parts not manufactured or approved by domnick hunter will expressly
invalidate the warranty.

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CATALYST/ACTIVATED CARBON PURIFIER

MODEL BAH101
USER GUIDE
1. INSTALLATION Figure 1

1. The purifier should be

securely mounted on a HEAD BOLTS

suitable structure, which is

free from vibration. It should
OUTLET HEAD
be secured using the two Ø12
holes through the centre of
the column. GASKET PLATE

INLET HEAD

3/4” BSPP
FEMALE THREADED
CONNECTIONS

Figure 2 2. Filtration

a. Pre-filtration

This must be positioned as

close to the inlet as possible.
domnick hunter grade AO and
AA filters must be fitted
upstream of the inlet to prevent
contamination of the activated
carbon ‘bed’.

In case of extreme water

contamination, a domnick
hunter Water separator should
also be incorporated into the
system prior (upstream) to the
AO filter.

b. After-filtration

A domnick hunter grade AR filter

must be fitted downstream of
the purifier to prevent activated
carbon dust carryover.

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 C. Filter Sizing

It is recommended that each purifier bank has its own filtration. Filter sizes for each
purifier are shown in Table 1.

5. Shut-off valves (Figure 2) should be fitted to the inlet and outlet pipework of each purifier to
allow isolation for maintenance.

6. By-pass lines should be avoided whenever possible as contamination may leak through
valves and by-pass filters.

7. In line valves should be opened slowly to avoid high surge flows.

8. The inlet valve should be carefully opened to pressurise the purifier, then slowly opening the
outlet valve will bring the purifier on-line.

Table 1
MODEL Nominal Flow Rate Dim A Pipe Recommended Filtration Filter/Dryer
NL/s@ 7 scfm @ (see fig.2) conns. Inlet * Outlet ** Dryer Pipe size
bar g 100 psi g mm
BAH 101 61 130 535 3/4” AO-0080G/G AR-0080G/G BADME050 1”
AA-0080G/G BADME060

* Grade AO - General purpose filter : particle removal down to 1 micron, maximum remaining
oil content 0.5 mg/m3 at 210C.

Grade AA - High efficiency filter: particle removal down to 0.01 micron, maximum remaining
oil content 0.01 mg/m3 at 210C.

Note - Fixing kits are available for bolting AO and AA filters together dispensing with
unnecessary inter-connecting pipework for 0058G/G and 0145G/G order Fixing Kit FXK3.

** Grade AR - Dust filter: 100% particle removal down to 1 micron, 98% removal at 0.3 micron.

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2. SERVICE LIFE
The service life of the purifier is determined by the temperature of the air flowing through it.
With mineral type compressor oils the expected service life of the purifier at a line pressure of
7 bar g is:
6000 hours at an air temperature of 300C, and 2000 hours at an air temperature of 450C.

3. MAINTENANCE

1. Replacing Activated Carbon/Catalyst

To replace the activated carbon/catalyst the top head should first be removed by unbolting
the head bolts (see Figure 1). The top gasket then removed. The activated carbon/catalyst
may now be extracted using an industrial vacuum cleaner (the use of a suitable face mask
is recommended during this operation).

Replacement activated carbon/catalyst packs are available from domnick hunter (see
table 2). The use of a snow storm filling device (see table 2) is essential to achieve
maximum packing of new carbon/catalyst. New gasket seals should be fitted. The top head
replaced and head bolts tightened in sequential manner to a torque of 25 lb.ft (34Nm).

Note - Do not attempt to remove heads or replace activated carbon/catalyst whilst AC

purifier is pressurised. Always check that purifier is not pressurised.

Table 2
MODEL Replacement dh Comp. Gasket dh Comp. Additional Service Tool
Desiccant Pack No. Seal Kit No.
BAH 101 RP 101 605009772 COL. GKT. 608202114 Snow Storm Filler

Note - If replacing both top and bottom heads please order 2-off of the Gasket Seal Kits.

2. Maintenance Plans

domnick hunter offers service plans which are tailored to each customer’s requirements.
Through these plans, the service/maintenance responsibility becomes domnick hunter’s.
For details please contact our Service Department.

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CATALYST/ACTIVATED CARBON PURIFIER

MODELS BAH102 - BAH106
User Guide
1. INSTALLATION Figure 1

1. Provision is made for lifting

the purifier as a complete OUTLET FLANGE
HEAD BOLTS
unit by two eye bolts located
EYE BOLTS
in the top of the unit (see
Figure 1). Ensure that the
eye bolts are screwed fully
home before attempting a
lift (each bank of a multi-
bank system should be lifted
separately.)
COLUMNS

2. The purifier should be

securely mounted on a
suitably structured, flat and
level floor or base which is
FEMALE
free from vibration. It may THREADED/FLANGED
be secured to the base using CONNECTIONS
bolts located through the
slots in the mounting feet.
OUTLET
3. A clearance of approximately MANIFOLD
2 metres around the purifier MOUNTING
and 300mm between banks FEET
allow comfortable access for
maintenance.
MANUAL DRAIN
VALVE

Figure 2 4. Filtration

a. Pre-filtration

This must be positioned as

close to the inlet as possible.
domnick hunter grade AO
and AA filters must be fitted
upstream of the inlet to
prevent contamination of the
activated carbon ‘bed’.

In case of extreme water

contamination, a domnick
hunter Water separator
should also be incorporated
into the system prior
(upstream) to the AO filter.

b. After-filtration

A domnick hunter grade AR

filter must be fitted
downstream of the purifier to
prevent activated carbon dust
carryover.
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 C. Filter Sizing

It is recommended that each purifier bank has its own filtration. Filter sizes for each
purifier are shown in Table 1.

5. Shut-off valves (Figure 2) should be fitted to the inlet and outlet pipework of each purifier
to allow isolation for maintenance.

6. By-pass lines should be avoided whenever possible as contamination may leak through
valves and by-pass filters.

7. In line valves should be opened slowly to avoid high surge flows.

8. The inlet valve should be carefully opened to pressurise the purifier, then slowly opening
the outlet valve will bring the purifier on-line.

Table 1
MODEL Nominal Flow Rate Dim A Pipe Weight Recommended Filtration Filter/Dryer
NL/s@ 7 scfm @ (see fig.2) conns. kg Inlet * Outlet ** Dryer Pipe size
bar g 100 psi g mm
BAH 102 132 280 521 2” 66 AO-0220G/G AR-0220G/G DX104BA 2”
AA-0220G/G
BAH 103 198 420 628 2” 90 AO-0220G/G AR-0220G/G DX105 BA 2”
AA-0220G/G
BAH 104 264 560 734 2” 114 AO-0405G/G AR-0405G/G DX107 BA 2.5”
AA-0405G/G
BAH 105 330 700 840 2” 138 AO-0405G/G AR-0405G/G DX108 BA 2.5”
AA-0405G/G
BAH 106 396 840 947 2” 162 AO-0405G/G AR-0405G/G DX110 BA 2.5”
AA-0405G/G

* Grade AO - General purpose filter : particle removal down to 1 micron, maximum

remaining oil content 0.5 mg/m3 at 210C.

Grade AA - High efficiency filter: particle removal down to 0.01 micron, maximum
remaining oil content 0.01 mg/m3 at 210C.

Note - Fixing kits are available for bolting AO and AA filters together dispensing with
unnecessary inter-connecting pipework for 0220G/G and 0405G/G order Fixing Kit FXK4.

** Grade AR - Dust filter: 100% particle removal down to 1 micron, 98% removal at 0.3
micron.

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2. SERVICE LIFE
The service life of the purifier is determined by the temperature of the air flowing through it. With mineral
type compressor oils the expected service life of the purifier at a line pressure of 7 bar g is:
6000 hours at an air temperature of 300C, and 2000 hours at an air temperature of 450C.

3. MAINTENANCE
1. Routine Maintenance

Any build-up of carbon dust in the outlet manifold may be cleared by opening the manual drain valve
(in an anticlockwise direction) located on the underside of the outlet manifold.

2. Replacing Activated Carbon/Catalyst

To replace the activated carbon/catalyst the top manifold should first be removed by unbolting the
head bolts (see Figure 1). The top gaskets are then removed. The activated carbon/catalyst may now
be extracted using an industrial vacuum cleaner (the use of a suitable face mask is recommended
during this operation).

Replacement activated carbon/catalyst packs are available from domnick hunter (see table 2). The
use of a snow storm filling device (see table 2) is essential to achieve maximum packing of new
carbon/catalyst. New gasket seals should be fitted. The top manifold replaced and head bolts
tightened in sequential manner to a torque of 25 lb.ft (34Nm).

Note - Do not attempt to remove manifolds or replace activated carbon/catalyst whilst AC purifier is
pressurised. Always open manual drain valve (on underside of inlet manifold) to check that purifier is
not pressurised.

Table 2

MODEL Replacement dh Comp. Gasket dh Comp. Additional Service Tool

Desiccant Pack No. Seal Kit No.
BAH 102 RP 102 605009240 GK 102 605009190 Snow Storm Filler 608200622
BAH 103 RP 103 605009250 GK 103 605009200 Snow Storm Filler 608200622
BAH 104 RP 104 605009260 GK 104 605009210 Snow Storm Filler 608200622
BAH 105 RP 105 605009270 GK 105 605009220 Snow Storm Filler 608200622
BAH 106 RP 106 605009280 GK 106 605009230 Snow Storm Filler 608200622

Note - If replacing both top and bottom manifolds please order 2-off of the Gasket Seal Kits.

3. Maintenance Plans

domnick hunter offers service plans which are tailored to each customer’s requirements. Through
these plans, the service/maintenance responsibility becomes domnick hunter’s. For details please
contact our Service Department.

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OIL-X
Filters for compressed air and gasses

0009G-0620G
(PF, AO, AA, ACS, AX, AR, AAR)
AC-0006G-0085G

User Guide
 ?
THIS FILTER MUST BE INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY A
COMPETENT PERSON

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Maximum working pressure and temperature

66°C 30°C
1.5°C (151°F) 1.5°C (86°F)
(35°F) (35°F)

16 bar g • 232 psi 20 bar g • 290 psi AO, AA, AR AC, ACS
with auto drain with manual drain

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INSTALLATION

AC
AC

PF
PF AO
AO AA
AA ACS
ACS

PF
PF AO AA

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MAINTENANCE

AC-0006G-0085G

0009G-0145G 0205G-0620G

B
A

A
C

A
A B C

SEE ACCESSORIES

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 FILTER ELEMENT REPLACEMENT
PF, AO, AA,
ACS, AX, AR, AAR
0009G-0620G

(1) ISOLATE AIR SUPPLY

(2) DEPRESSURISE FILTER HOUSING

(4)
(3)

(5)

(6) (7)

!
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 FILTER ELEMENT REPLACEMENT
AC
0006G-0085G

(1) ISOLATE AIR SUPPLY

(2) DEPRESSURISE FILTER HOUSING

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FITTING DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE GAUGE

ISOLATE AIR SUPPLY

DEPRESSURISE FILTER HOUSING

1/2AA

DPG DPGL DPI

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ACCESSORIES

AUTOMATIC DRAIN MANUAL DRAIN

No. 60864 No. 69203

MOUNTING BRACKET KIT FIXING KIT

0009G MBK1 0009G FXK1

0017G-0030G MBK2 0017G-0030G FXK2
0058G-0145G MBK3 0058G-0145G FXK3
0205G-0330G MBK4 0205G-0330G FXK4
0405G-0620G MBK5 0405G-0620G FXK5

0009G MAK1
0017G-0030G MAK2
0058G-0145G MAK3
0205G-0330G MAK4
0405G-0620G MAK5

SGK1 DPGL DPI DPG

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 Declaration of Conformity

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
98/37/EC
GB
Name of manufacturer or supplier:
domnick hunter limited

Full postal address including country of origin

Dukesway, Team Valley Trading Estate,
Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England, NE11 0PZ

Description of product OIL-X FILTERS FOR COMPRESSED AIR AND GASSES

Name type or model, batch or serial number

PF, AO, AA, ACS,AX, AR, AAR-0009G-0620G AC-0006G-AC-0085G

Standards used, including number, title,

issue date and other relative documents
EN292-1:1991 EN 292-2:1991

Place of issue: GATESHEAD, TYNE & WEAR, ENGLAND

Name of authorised representative

ERIC W. BLAKIE

Position of authorised representative

MANAGING DIRECTOR (INDUSTRIAL DIV.)

Full postal address if different from manufacturers

Declaration
I declare that as the authorised representative, the above information in
relation to the supply/manufacture of this product, is in conformity with the
stated standards and other related documents following the provisions of
the 98/37/EC Directive.

Signature of authorised representative:

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CARBON MONOXIDE MONITOR

Installation, Operating &

Maintenance Instructions
 CO MONITOR
GENERAL DETAILS

Sample/test
Gas Inlet LED Display Test Button

MODE
80mm
UP
PPM (3.15")
CO
DOWN
Electrical
Connection
From ENTER
Transformer

90dba Alarm Horn

160mm (6.30")
85mm depth (3.35")

Exhaust Gas Remote Alarm

Connection

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CARBON MONOXIDE MONITOR
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1.1 The ANOLOX 3050 instrument is designed to measure and indicate the concentration of
Carbon Monoxide (CO) in the gas sample presented to its input port. The range of
measurement can be specified by the user, but the present design is configured for 0 to
50ppm with a resolution of approximately 0.3ppm.

1.2 CO concentration is measured using an electro-chemical sensor the electrical signal is

then passed to a microprocessor, which carries out the following functions :
a. Linearisation of the signal using calibration constants.
b. Conversion of the signal into a form, suitable for the instrument display.
c. Monitoring for an alarm condition with reference to a pre-set level.
d. Provide facilities for audible and visual gas alarms.
e. Provide simple means of user calibration.
f. Provide authorised personnel access to change the alarm set-point.
g. Carry out continuous monitoring of the battery condition and warns when low.
2. OPERATION
2.1 SWITCHING ON

When the instrument is first switched on, it carries out a self test procedure and during
this operation, the display will show the word ‘TEST’. This procedure takes about 5
seconds and also allows a period for the electro-chemical sensor to stabilise. After this
time, the instrument is ready to monitor the input gas.

2.1.1 Carbon monoxide concentration in the input sample is indicated on the 4 Digit LCD
display.

2.2 GAS ALARM

2.2.1 As long as the measured CO concentration remains below the pre-set alarm level (see
2.2.4), the relay will be energised and the normally open contact will be connected to the
common contact. The alarm LED and audible alarm will be inactive.

2.2.2 If the CO concentration exceeds the pre-set alarm level, then the following actions will
take place :
a. The relay will de-energise resulting in the common contact connecting to the
normally closed contact and breaking the connection to the normally open contact.
b. The alarm LED will be turned on.
c. The audible alarm will be activated.

2.2.3 These conditions will prevail until the measured CO concentration drops 1ppm below the
alarm set-point.

2.2.4 The alarm set-point value depends on local health and safety regulations and varies
depending on country of use. The instruments are normally pre-set at the factory to
10ppm but authorised personnel may be instructed on the procedure for changing this
setting.

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2.3 CALIBRATION

2.3.1 This is a fairly simple procedure which should be carried out at least every 12 months, or after
changing the sensor. Calibration requires a source of clean, CO free air or nitrogen, and a mixture of
CO/air of concentration around 50ppm CO.

IT SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT WITH CARE, SINCE THE ACCURACY OF THE SUBSEQUENT
READINGS IS ONLY AS GOOD AS THE ACCURACY OF THE LAST CALIBRATION.

2.3.2 The procedure uses the four membrane keys on the front panel, just to the left of the display,
marked ‘MODE’, ‘UP’ , ‘DOWN’ and ‘ENTER’ . The keys carry out simple functions allowing the ‘zero’
and ‘span’ calibration points to be entered.

2.3.3 The information entered during this procedure is stored in non-volatile memory which means that it
is not lost when the Instrument is switched off or when the battery is being replaced.

2.3.4 The basic key functions are :

a. ‘MODE’ key - is used to initiate the calibration process. It also acts as an abort key, if say the
calibration process is entered accidentally or the user realises that a wrong value has been entered
and he wishes to cancel the operation.
b. ‘UP’ key - is used to increment the displayed value, during the span calibration process.
1 is added to the displayed value, each time the key is pressed and released.
c. ‘DOWN’ key - is used to decrement the displayed value, during the span calibration process. 1 is
subtracted from the displayed value, each time the key is pressed and released.
d. ‘ENTER’ key - is used to confirm the end of each step in the calibration procedure. When pressed
and released it automatically advances the calibration process to the next level.

2.3.5 During the first two stages of the calibration procedure, a 3 digit number will appear on the display.
These numbers DO NOT actually mean anything to the user, they are only used to indicate a steady
input condition.

2.3.6 Setting zero - connect a source of clean air or nitrogen to the calibration or gas inlet and adjust the
flow rate to between 30 and 60 Litres/Hour. Press and release the ‘MODE’ key once. The display will
show three short horizontal bars in the left hand digit position followed by three numbers. As the
‘zero’ gas flows, the numbers on the display will change. Wait until the reading is steady (the right
hand digit may flicker (1 Digit) and then press the ‘ENTER’ Key. The display will change to show
‘CXXX’ where XXX are the three digits which were displayed before the ‘ENTER’ key was pressed.

2.3.7 Setting span - connect a source of air/CO having a concentration of around 50ppm CO and adjust
the flow rate to between 30 and 60 litres/hour. Observe the display and ensure that the numeric value
is increasing. Wait until the reading is steady - this should occur at about 200 with a 50ppm air/CO
mixture. When the reading is steady, press and release the ‘ENTER’ key. The display will then change
to show ‘E050’.

NOTE : If a reading of between 180 and 220 cannot be achieved then the sensor is probably
exhausted. The calibration procedure should be aborted by pressing the ‘MODE’ key and the
sensor should be replaced. (See section 3.2 below).

2.3.8 Setting the gas concentration - when the display is showing ‘E050’, pressing and releasing the ‘UP’
key will add 1 to the displayed value and pressing the ‘DOWN’ key will subtract 1 from the displayed
value. Use the ‘UP’ and ‘DOWN’ keys to change the displayed reading to match the actual
concentration of the air/CO mixture being used. When the air/CO concentration

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reading is correct, press the ‘ENTER’ key and the process is complete.

2.3.9 Note that there are built-in upper and lower limits for the air/CO gas concentration. These are set at
55ppm and 35ppm respectively. Values outside these limits, cannot be entered during the process in
2.4.8

2.3.10 The procedure may be aborted at any time up to this point, simply by pressing the ‘MODE’ key. The
data entered during the previous calibration will then be used to linearise the measurement.

2.3.11 Pressing the keys in combinations other than as described above, will have no effect on the
Instrument’s operation. During the operation of the keys the actual effect of the key only takes place
when it is released.

3. MAINTENANCE

3.1 Sensor replacement - the electrochemical sensor has a life, in air, of about 18 months. However, this
will be shortened if it is constantly subjected to carbon monoxide, particularly high concentrations.

3.1.1 Switch off the instrument and disconnect the DC supply. Undo the four corner screws in the front
panel (they are captive in the front panel) and carefully withdraw the panel from the housing body.
Disconnect the wiring loom from the front panel by releasing the small retaining clips on the 2 x white
plastic connectors and remove the front panel. Locate the sensor cell - this is a 32mm diameter
component at the end of the printed circuit board. It is a plug-in device having 4 small pins. Carefully
ease the sensor out of its 4 sockets.

3.1.2 Replacement sensors are supplied in a gas tight package, which should NOT be opened until they
are to be fitted in an instrument. Examine the new sensor and note that there is a thin spring shorting
clip fitted to three of the gold pins. Remove this spring clip and carefully fit the new sensor in to the 4
PCB sockets, ensuring that it is secure. Check that the ‘O’ ring seal is correctly located on the front of
the sensor and that there is no foreign matter on the face of the seal. At this point, it is a good policy
to make a note of the sensor serial number and enter the date of replacement in a record book, so
that the next replacement may be anticipated.

3.1.3 Refit the white plastic connectors on the front panel and refit the front panel to the housing body
checking that the orientation is correct, i.e. that the sensor will mate with the gas flow adaptor in the
housing body. Secure the 4 corner screws and re-connect the battery.

3.1.4 Switch on the instrument and allow the new sensor to settle for about 30 minutes, then carry out a
full calibration procedure, as described in section 2 above.

3.1.5 There are no other user-serviceable parts in the instrument. If the instrument fails to perform as
expected, then contact domnick hunter ltd for assistance.

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All replacement parts are available directly from domnick hunter ltd or its approved
agents. The adoption of a regular servicing policy is strongly recommended and will help
to ensure that correct performance is achieved and maintained.

Serial numbers and customer order numbers should be referred to in any communications
regarding this equipment. Any warranty will be invalidated if any part is substituted with a
non-original manufacturers part. Substitute parts could reduce the performance or service
life of this equipment in addition to creating potential hazards.

domnick hunter ltd standard conditions of sale and warranty apply to this equipment.

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