Energenics 120 Low Profile Lint Filters User Manual

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Installation & Operation Manual

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120 Low Profile Lint Filters

Descriptions Page

Table of Contents 1
Description of Lint Filter Operation 2
Receiving and Installation 3
Important Installation Considerations 4
Warnings/Cautions 5
Installation Requirements – Dimensions & Erection 6
Installation Requirements – Sheet Metal 7
Installation Requirements - Piping 8
Fire Control System (optional) 9
Proper Application with Booster Fans & Barometric Dampers 10
007 Control Installation Instructions:
UL® Control Schematic & Wiring Diagram 11
Maintenance Requirements 12
Parts List 13

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DESCRIPTION OF LINT FILTER OPERATION

Your new Energenics Lint Filter operated with a UL approved control represents
the most advanced features available in the laundry industry to date. The
following list the functions and mode of operation:

Blowdown (cleaning) – The Lint Filter will monitor the system backpressure and
automatically initiate the blowdown cycle. As the screen loads with lint the lint,
the back pressure will increase and will result in an automatic blowdown
(cleaning) when the backpressure reaches a set reference (default is .5” w.c.).
The lint filter wills also blowdown every 30 minutes to insure complete screen
cleaning when dryers are turned off. The setting can be adjusted by the operator
by changing program values in the PLC. 70% of the lint will be removed from the
screen even though the dryer(s) may be operating. During the timed blowdown
with dryers off, 100% of the lint will be removed from the screen. A manual
blowdown can also be done by depressing the button on the bottom of the Lint
Filter control. Note that automatic blowdown cannot occur within 3 minutes
of a prior blowdown. This is done to allow the compressed air supply to fully
recover.

Optional Excess Pressure Alarm – If for any reason the Lint Filter has not blown
down properly (i.e.: compressor turned off) the system will sense a higher
backpressure than normal. The excess light on the filter control and the siren
and the strobe light both activate. The Filter control will attempt to blowdown
every 3 minutes until the excess backpressure condition has terminated. If this
condition persist a manual inspection of the lint screen and observation of proper
blowdown must be done.

Optional Fire Control System – A normally open sensor located inside of the filter
at the top of the inlet will close at 360 degrees F. The control will open the water
solenoid, illuminate the strobe as well as energize the siren. The Alarm will be
active until 30 seconds after the temperature has dropped bellow 360 degrees F.
After 30 seconds the alarm will automatically reset. Inside the control box is a
Fire Control test button. Depress the button and the Fire Control will be activated
for 30 seconds. The function of the test button is to check the circuit. It does not
test the sensor itself. Using a propane torch to the sensor will test the complete
system.

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RECEIVING & INSTALLATION

Before you sign the Bill of Lading:

1. Receiving- Inspect units inside and out for signs of damage
Verify all components are delivered per the Bill of Materials.

Report damage to the carrier IMMEDIATELY.
Note ALL damage on the Bill of Lading.
This is your responsibility and you must file all claims.

The filter is fully assembled and ready for installation. The
control, valves, and lint bag are in the cardboard box.

2. Installation- Follow instructions herein:

Determine the location with reference to minimum duct work from the dryer
and ease of access for inspection.

If using a lint drop pipe allow enough room for lint to travel down 4’ before the
first bend. Max bend angle is 30 degrees.

If using lint bag or container make sure adequate clearance is allowed.
Conduit or Sealtight between filter junction boxes should be ¾ inch.
Dependant on options ordered, not all outputs will have connected

components.
If the Fire Control Option is NOT ordered the installer must supply a junction

box to connect the wires from the solenoid valve to the Control Box.
When mounting the filter overhead, mount the control below the filter where it

can be easily accessed.

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Important Installation Considerations

All Energenics Lint Collectors can be mounted indoors or outdoors. If it is
mounted outdoors we recommend our Side Discharge or a field installed swept
radius elbow (Gooseneck). Do not use a conical cap on the filter exhaust
discharge. All solenoid valves should be located inside the building. Also, mount
the supplied air pressure gauge at the blowdown pipe on top of the filter.

All solenoids should be mounted as close to the filter as possible, but ALWAYS
inside the building. This will allow most of the air and water (if equipped with
optional Fire Control) piping to remain pressure charged for most efficient
operation.

All wiring should be a minimum of 18 gage for proper operation.
The Filter Control box should be located in a position to be easily seen and in

close proximity to personnel. In other words if the Filter Control is located
outdoors, 20 feet in the air or in another room away from the laundry personnel,
this would be the wrong location. Lint Filter controls should never be mounted
outdoors.

Since the Filter uses compressed air it is important that the air receiver (if
equipped) be located as close to the filter as possible. The longer the pipe runs
the more restrictive. You will need to increase the pipe diameter if the run is very
long (e.g.: 60 feet).

If the installation is a multi-dryer/multi-duct installation it may be necessary to use
backdraft dampers to prevent lint backflow into the ducts of turned off dryers.
Most dryers have them available as standard equipment or can be ordered to
add on.

After everything is mounted and utilities turned on press the manual blowdown
button located on the bottom of the Filter Control. The rotor on the inside the lint
filter should spin. Make sure that the air pressure at the filter starts out at 100
and ends at about 60 at the end of the blowdown cycle. If it is too low the rotor
won’t turn.

If the Filter is equipped with Fire Suppression, the test button is on the inside of
the Filter Control. It is on the inside to keep people from pushing the button as
they walk by. When the button is pushed the strobe and siren will go on along
with the water solenoid valve. The system operates until the button is no longer
depressed.

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