Phoenix R150 LGR, R150 Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual — Phoenix R150 LGR Dehumidifier

Installation, Operation & Service Instructions

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The Phoenix R150 LGR (low grain refrigerant) packs Large

dehumidier performance into the smallest, lightest, and

most portable chassis in the restoration market. The R150

combines Phoenix innovation, technical expertise, and
proven durability into a unit that will remove more water,
produce higher grain depression, and dry structures faster
than competitive dehumidiers.

The Phoenix R150 LGR Dehumidifier

LGR Capacity - Removes moisture even in dry conditions
for deep drying.

Energy Efciency - Removes 75 pints at AHAM while
drawing only 5.5 amps.

Patented Bypass Technology - Extends operating range
to 110°F

150 CFM - Optimized process air speeds drying and
provides static pressures for ducting.

More Grain Depression - Drier air from an LGR gets your
jobs done quicker.

Focused Airow - Patented Focused outlet directs air
downward across the wet surface.

Outlet Ducting - 10” exhaust.

Plastic Housing - Rugged roto-molded housing resists

dents and scratches.

Solid State Controls - Easy to read and operate.

Protected Condensate Hose - Recessed hose cannot

catch or be damaged on obstructions.

Rotating Handle - A heavy-duty rotating handle for ease
of transport and storage.

Recessed 12” Wheels - Allows greater maneuverability

on the job site and efcient storage. Rolls over obstacles

with ease.

Pleated Media Air Filter - Standard MERV-8 ltration

Optional MERV-11

Storage - Front pocket for cord and hose storage

Lighted cord - Easy to determine power to the unit.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

In addition to the performance benets, patented bypass
technology and tough compact size, are the ducting options,
pleated media lter and energy efcient operation. The

R150 is the latest member of the Phoenix line of LGR

dehumidiers; the most effective and versatile drying devices

made.

Patented

™

BYPASS

Phoenix R150
Part No. 4031250
Patent 7,246,503

7,281,389
7,540,166

TS-715

05/14

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Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................................ 1

1. Safety Certications ....................................................... 2

2. Specications .................................................................2

3. Operation ........................................................................2

3.1 Transporting ..............................................................2

3.2 Electrical Requirements ...........................................3

3.3 Condensate Removal ...............................................3

3.4 Ducting ...................................................................... 3

3.5 Defrost Cycle .............................................................3

3.6 Power Button ............................................................3

3.7 Purge Button .............................................................3

3.8 Hour Meter ................................................................ 3

3.9 Hours Button ............................................................3

3.10 Defrost Light ........................................................... 3

4. Maintenance ................................................................... 4

4.1 Air Filter .....................................................................4

4.2 Storage ......................................................................4

5. Service ............................................................................. 4

5.1 Technical Description ............................................... 4

5.2 Troubleshooting ........................................................ 5

5.3 Air Mover ................................................................... 6

5.4 Thermistor .................................................................6

5.5 Condensate Pump .................................................... 6

5.6 Float Safety Switch ................................................... 6

6. Options & Accessories ................................................... 6

7. Wiring Diagram ..............................................................7

8. Service Parts ................................................................... 8

Warranty .......................................................................... 9

Read the operation and maintenance instructions
carefully before using this unit. Proper adherence to these

instructions is essential to obtain maximum benet from
your Phoenix R150 dehumidier.

• It is designed to be used INDOORS ONLY.

• If used in a wet area, plug it into a GROUND FAULT

INTERRUPTER.

• DO NOT use the Phoenix R150 as a bench or table.

• It must always be used in the upright position.

1 Safety Certifications

The Phoenix R150 conforms to standards ANSI/UL 474 and

CSA C22.2 No.92.

2 Specifications

Part No. 4031250

Power 5.5 amps, 110-120 VAC, Grounded

Water 75 pints/day @ AHAM (80°F, 60%)
Removal 18 gallons/day maximum @ saturation

Process Air 150 CFM without external ducting
Refrigerant 1 lb, 4 oz. R410a
Charge

Operating 33°F to 110°F
Range

Filter 12” x 12” x 1” Pleated Media MERV-8

Duct
Options Outlet – 10” Lay-Flat

Warranty Five years;

1st year 100% of Parts and Labor
2nd-5th year 100% of Parts of sealed

refrigeration system.

Size 30” high x 20” wide x 17” deep

Weight 82 lbs

Patent 7,246,503

7,281,389
7,540,166

3 Operation

Place dehumidier inside structure, place condensate
hose into a drain, or a very large container, and turn on. To
decrease drying times, make sure all windows and doors

are closed to the outside and seal off the wet area from any
unaffected areas.

3.1 Transporting

The Phoenix R150 features a high-impact roto-molded

housing which protects the unit airways, and while loading

into vehicles. It is recommended the units are properly
secured for transport. The Phoenix R150 must always be
upright when transported by vehicle. It may be tipped onto its
handle and back for loading and moving by hand.

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3.2 Electrical Requirements

The Phoenix R150 plugs into a common grounded outlet on

a 15 amp circuit. It draws 5.5 amps at 80°F, 60% RH. If used
in a wet area, a ground fault interrupter (GFI) is required. If
an extension cord is required, it must have a minimum of

14 gauge conductors if 25 feet long or less and 12 gauge
conductors if greater than 25 feet long.

3.3 Condensate Removal

The Phoenix R150 is equipped with an internal condensate
pump to remove the water that is condensed during

dehumidication. This allows the condensate to be pumped

up to 20 feet with the attached hose. If the condensate must

be pumped more than 20 feet above the unit, a second pump

must be added to relay the condensate. The condensate
pump automatically purges when the reservoir is full. Use the
PURGE button to manually remove condensation.

3.4 Ducting

A wire duct collar is supplied to allow 10” lay-at duct to be
attached to the Phoenix R150 outlet. Lay-at plastic ducting
is available; see accessories table page 6. To attach ducting
to the wire duct collar, put the plastic duct end through the

collar center and roll the duct end outward so that it overlaps
the outside of the collar. The duct and collar may then be
quickly attached to the Phoenix R150 by snapping the collar
over the four exhaust tabs.

3.5 Defrost Cycle

If the low side refrigerant temperature drops due to excessive
frost formation on the evaporator coil and below the tempera-

ture set point, the thermistor activates the solid-state control

and defrost light. The compressor is cycled off and on by the
thermistor temperature measurement. The air mover will

continue to run, causing air to ow through the evaporator
coil and melt the ice when the compressor is off. When the
air temperature and/or humidity increases, the evaporator

temperature will rise and the thermistor will end the defrost
cycle at the temperature set point.

3.6 POWER Button

Phoenix R150 control board.

Press the POWER button to turn the dehumidier on or off.
When starting the dehumidier the display will show the
accumulated hours. Press the POWER button again to turn
the dehumidier off. The display will also power off.

3.7 PURGE Button

During normal operation the pump automatically cycles
when the reservoir is full. Press the PURGE button to remove
condensate manually from the reservoir. There are several

ways to manually remove water from the reservoir:

1. Press the PURGE button once and the pump will run for
20 seconds

2. Press and hold the PURGE button and the pump will run

for up to 30 seconds

3. Press the PURGE button while the dehumidier is
powered off and the pump will run for 30 seconds.

Always manually purge the water reservoir before transport
or storage. Turn off the power and allow the plugged in

dehumidier to rest 15 minutes before the nal purge.

3.8 Hour Meter

The digital hour meter displays the amount of time the

dehumidier has been turned on to the tenth of an hour. The

hour meter continuously cycles between total machine hours

and job hours every 3 seconds. Hours are stored in memory

even when the unit is unplugged. The previous totals will be
displayed next time the unit is powered on.

3.9 HOURS Button

Pressing the HOURS button displays the hour meter when the

unit is turned off but plugged into power. To reset job hours,

press and hold the HOURS button for 5 seconds when the
unit is operating.

3.10 DEFROST Light

The DEFROST light turns on when the unit is in defrost cycle
and indicates when the compressor is off.

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