Industrial LGR Dehumidifier
Operating Instructions
Model: VG LGR 3000
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This instruction manual provides important information concerning the use and care of the B-Air Vantage LGR 3000 Commercial Dehumidifier – Model VG LGR 3000. Please read and follow these instructions in order to ensure the safe operation and maximum performance of your unit.
For any questions relating to the use and operation of the unit, please contact: 877.800.2247 or email info@b-air.com
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adaptor.
Use of an extension cord is not recommended
(see electrical safety section below)*.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Electrical Requirements
For 115V, 60Hz operation, a common grounded outlet on a 15 amp circuit is required. The dehumidifier draws approximately 12 amps at 80°F, 60% RH. If used in a wet area, a ground fault interrupter (GFI) is required.
Built in Electrical Safety
For your safety and protection, this machine is manufactured with a grounded plug on its power cord. The power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded receptacle. If a grounded receptacle does not exist, have one installed by a certified electrician. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong on the power cord plug. We recommend that this electrical circuit/receptacle operate under a separate breaker or fuse.
*If use of an extension cord is unavoidable, it must have a minimum of 12 AWG conductors if it is 25 feet long or less and 10 AWG conductors if it is greater than 25 feet long.
Water Removal
The dehumidifier is equipped with an internal condensate pump to remove the water that is collected from the air. This allows the water to be pumped 25 feet with the attached hose. If the water needs to be pumped more than 20 feet above the unit, a second pump must be added to relay the water. The condensate pump automatically purges when the reservoir is full. For emptying of the condensate pump for storage see STORAGE section of this manual.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION
Never allow unauthorized individuals or children to operate the unit at any time.
It is recommended that anyone operating the
VG LGR 3000 wear the proper personal protective equipment and follow safe work practices in accordance with federal, state, provincial and employer regulations.
Check condition of power cord(s) before using them. Damaged cords can cause fatal electric shock and/or equipment damage.
Power cord(s) should never be exposed to water, heat, sharp, or abrasive objects; in addition, they should never be kinked or crushed. Avoid tightly wrapping the cords to prevent kinking of the internal wires. Always replace damaged power cords immediately.
Never pull the unit by the power cord.
Avoid running over power cords with utility equipment and vehicles.
CAUTION: As with any piece of electrical equipment, always make sure that the unit is turned “OFF” prior to disconnecting it from an electrical outlet. Failure to do so will cause
“arcing”, and could result in personal injury, fire hazards and/or damage to the unit. Do not disconnect the power cord from supply receptacle while the unit is operating.
WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, do not expose this unit to water or rain – it is certified for INDOOR USE ONLY. Do not touch the electrical outlet or power cord(s) with wet hands or while standing on a wet or damp surface.
WARNING: Risk of electrical shock, or contact with moving parts leading to personal injury or death! Turn unit OFF and disconnect power cord from supply receptacle before taking off any removable covers.
WARNING: The dehumidifier will restart without warning after a temporary power interruption. If all covers are not in place, the intended protection from the motorized impeller will not be present - keep clear of the motorized impeller to reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING: To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use the AT450S with any solidstate speed control device.
CAUTION: For general dehumidification use only. Do not use to dehumidify hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
WARNING: This dehumidifier is not classified as “intrinsically safe” and should not be used in the following hazardous locations as defined by the Underwriters Laboratories: Class I Division 1, Class I Division 2, Class I Zone 0, Class I Zone 1, Class I Zone 2, Class II Division 1, Class II Division 2, Class III Division 1, Class III Division 2. Refer to the UL web site: http://www.ul.com/hazloc/define.htm.
For use in potentially hazardous locations that fall outside of the above designations, always consult a certified industrial hygienist before use. Do NOT use this equipment in any atmosphere that is or may be immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH), combustible, flammable, explosive, oxygen deficient, and/or contains odors, vapors, gases or particulates that exceed permissible exposure levels. Such atmospheres may require the use of intrinsically safe equipment, specific engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Canadian Standards Association (CSA), and other federal, state, provincial and local regulations.
WARNING: Pressurized Unit. This equipment is factory-charged with R-410A refrigerant and is under pressure. Only qualified personnel should attempt repairs to the refrigeration system. Do not puncture or cut into the refrigeration piping.
WARNING: The unit should never be operated without the compressor terminal cover properly secured in place on top of the compressor; otherwise, serious injury or death could result. The cover is required to be securely in place to allow proper operation for the safety overload, and to act as a shield if the hermetic terminals blow out of the compressor shell.
OPERATION
1.Place dehumidifier inside area to be dried.
2.Make sure all windows and doors are closed to the outside and seal off the wet area from any unaffected areas.
3.Route condensate hose into a drain, or a very large container.
4.Press the On/Off button to activate the dehumidifier. Do not toggle on and off, wait 10 minutes before restarting!
5.ENSURE VALVE FOR THE PUMP RESERVOIR IS CLOSED BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT!!!! RED RING MUST BE SHOWING (see storage section of the manual)
Power Button
The dehumidifier is turned on or off by pressing the power button. When the dehumidifier is started, the hour meter will display the cumulative hours.
Pump Purge Button
In normal operation, the pump will automatically empty the reservoir. Pressing this button allows manual emptying of the reservoir. Press and hold the pump purge button until its reservoir is empty. Always manually purge the water reservoir before transport or storage. Turn off the power and allow the plugged in dehumidifier to rest 5 minutes before the final purge. The purge button can be activated even when the power button is in the off position.
Hour Counter
The counter will accumulate and display the total running hours of the unit in 1/10 of an hour. This counter cannot be reset, and therefore might show some hours on a new product that has had quality control testing performed on it.
Defrost Cycle
Under certain conditions, ice may build up on the evaporator coil. When that occurs, the unit will automatically go into a defrost cycle, during which the “Defrost Indicator” lamp will be lit. When the ice has melted, the defrost cycle will end and the system will reverse back to normal operation.
Defrost Indicator
The defrost indicator lamp will illuminate to indicate the dehumidifier is in defrost cycle. During this period, the compressor is running and the system has reversed.
Venting/Ducting
Both intake and exit air can be ducted on the dehumidifier, using the duct rings provided. Intake air must be ducted using a duct hose to avoid collapse of the hose during operation (see picture). Do not use lay-flat hose on the inlet.
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