PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide
1. Welcome & Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of a new PUREGAS P1500W Series Air Dryer! We
here at PUREGAS are very proud of our products and we are committed to providing you
with the best value and service possible.
We are sure that you will be satisfied with your new air dryer and would like to thank you
for choosing PUREGAS for your air dryer requirements. We also hope that you will
continue to choose us for your future air pressure and related product purchases.
For information about this and other PUREGAS products, please visit us on the web at:
www.puregas.com
2. Introduction
PLEASE READ THIS USER’S GUIDE THOROUGHLY AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
This User’s Guide is provided for the benefit of our customers and contains information
and direction specific to the PUREGAS P1500W Series Air Dryers. Models covered
include P1500W, P1500WLP, P1502W and P1502WLP. This guide covers topics
including: safety, specifications, installation, registration, operation, testing, maintenance,
replacement parts, service, and troubleshooting issues. Observation and compliance with
this User’s Guide will ensure the maximum life and efficiency of your air dryer.
This User’s Guide should be read thoroughly prior to installing, operating, or servicing
the air dryer in order to become familiar with the recommended procedures. This will
minimize the possibility of personal injury or damage to the unit due to improper
operation or handling.
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4. Safety & Warning Information
This section contains general information about safety and warning points to consider and
adhere to during installation, operation, and maintenance of your air dryer. PLEASE
READ THIS SECTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY OPERATION OR
PROCEDURE ON YOUR AIR DRYER.
Additional warnings specific to an operation or procedure will also be presented
throughout the following sections. These will include the symbol as well as a label of
“WARNING!
attention for these warnings and read them as you encounter them.
”, “CAUTION!”, or “IMPORTANT!”. Please be sure to pay close
WARNING!
For your safety, all the information in this User’s Guide must be
followed to minimize the risk of electrical shock, and prevent
property damage or personal injury.
WARNING!
Extreme care should be exercised to avoid contact with live
electrical circuits. Many procedures performed during installation,
operation, testing, and maintenance of this air dryer require the
equipment to be running, creating a situation for potential electrical
shock. It is highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before
performing any procedures.
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WARNING!
Internal surfaces may be hot. Use care when coming into contact
with internal components as there is a potential for some of these
components to become hot when in operation or standby.
WARNING!
High Noise. PUREGAS air dryers are meant to be installed in an
unattended area.
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CAUTION!
Proper Installation & Maintenance as outlined in this User’s Guide is
extremely important to ensure the reliability and longevity of the
equipment as well as prevent damage or personal injury.
CAUTION!
Depressurizing the air dryer may be necessary before performing
certain procedures. NEVER remove pressure sensing tubes from the
Control Board without depressurizing the air dryer first, or damage to
Performing routine maintenance as outlined in the Maintaining Your
Dryer section will ensure optimal performance over the lifecycle of
our air dryer.
IMPORTANT!
Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide or installing
components not supplied by PUREGAS is NOT RECOMMENDED
AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY.
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CAUTION!
This Air Dryer does not contain an internal Surge Protection Device
(SPD). If an SPD is required it must be supplied by the user.
CAUTION!
Observe precautions for handling Electrostatic Sensitive Devices.
IMPORTANT!
Installation of PUREGAS air dryers are intended for network
telecommunication facilities (non-customer premises) only.
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5. Overview & Specifications
5.1 Product Description
The P1500W Series Air Dryers from PUREGAS are designed to intake wet ambient
air and remove the moisture for delivery to applications requiring a constant, ondemand source of dry, pressurized air. This process is fully automatic and will
remain consistent with minimal required periodic maintenance. These dryers are
designed specifically for indoor use.
The P1500W Series Air Dryers employ a fully digital operating platform offering the
most accurate readings of dryer variables, removable access panel allowing easier
access for adjustment and maintenance, and ultra quiet compressor with an industry
leading maintenance interval of 8,000 hours.
5.2 Key Features
• LCD display of all operating parameters
• Solid state microprocessor-based circuitry eliminates costly maintenance
• Accurate humidity sensing within ±0.1% RH
• Quietest dryer on the market - less than 50 dBA
• Oil-less compressors with 8,000 hour maintenance interval
Two-cylinder, 3/4 HP, oil-less type Two-cylinder, 1/2 HP, oil-less type
Heatless Desiccant
40° to 85° F (optimal)
48 dBA at 10’
Standard alarms – complete readings of all critical measurement points,
individual alarm indication display
3/8” O.D. tube fitting
12” D x 17.25” W x 27” H
80 lbs
208 – 230 VAC, 1 Phase,
50/60 Hz, 3.5 Amps
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5.5 Dryer Function Overview
Component Description
1 Compressor Compresses drawn in ambient air.
2 Unloader Valve Relieves excess Compressor head pressure.
3 Unloader Valve Exhaust Exhausts the air from the Unloader Valve.
4 In-Line Cooler Cools compressed air prior to drying function.
5 Heatless Dryer Removes moisture from compressed air.
6 Capacity Control Valve Regulates System Pressure and prevents air from
bleeding back through the Heatless Dryer.
7 Humidity Sensor Measures the Humidity of the compressed air.
8 Air Tank Stores dry compressed air.
9 Static Pressure Regulator Regulates the Static Pressure (17 PSI).
Maintains constant pressure on the Flow Block
for accurate Flow measuring.
10 Flow Block Measures the Flow Rate of compressed air.
11 Outlet Pressure RegulatorRegulates the Outlet Pressure.
12 Pressure Outlet Outputs the pressure set by the Outlet Pressure
Regulator.
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6. Installing Your Dryer
6.1 Safety & Warning Information
WARNING!
Extreme care should be exercised to avoid contact with live
electrical circuits. Many procedures performed during installation,
operation, testing, and maintenance of this air dryer require the
equipment to be running, creating a situation for potential electrical
shock. It is highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before
performing any procedures.
WARNING!
Internal surfaces may be hot. Use care when coming into contact
with internal components as there is a potential for some of these
components to become hot when in operation or standby.
CAUTION!
Proper Installation & Maintenance as outlined in this User’s Guide is
extremely important to ensure the reliability and longevity of the
equipment as well as prevent damage or personal injury.
PUREGAS, LLC P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide
WARNING!
High Noise. PUREGAS air dryers are meant to be installed in an
unattended area.
IMPORTANT!
Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide or installing
components not supplied by PUREGAS is NOT RECOMMENDED
AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY.
6.2 Before You Begin
6.2.1 Carefully inspect the unit, including the shipping box as well as the air
dryer, for ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY SHIPPING. If any shipping
damage is detected, it is important to file a claim with the shipping
company prior to continuing the installation procedures.
6.2.2 Read the entire Installing Your Dryer section to familiarize yourself with
the components and procedures before performing the air dryer installation.
6.2.3 Verify the installation location of the air dryer:
6.2.3.1 Well ventilated and free from abrasive dust or chemicals.
6.2.3.2 Ambient temperature is between 40° and 85° F (optimal).
NOTE: Higher temperatures will decrease component lifespan.
6.2.3.3 Meets the following power requirements:
• 15 amp service recommended
• 10 amp slow blow fuse
• 110 - 125 VAC
, 50/50 Hz for P1500W & P1500WLP models
• 208 - 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1 P
6.2.4 Notify the alarm center of the installation and potential for alarms during
the process (as necessary).
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6.3 Included Contents
(1) P1500W Series Air Dryer
(1) Installation Guide (not shown)
Package located inside the dryer:
(1) 120 VAC Power Cord (for P1500W & P1500WLP models)
(1) 220 VAC Power Cord (for P1502W & P1502WLP models)
(1) Tee Tube Union
(1) User’s Guide (not shown)
(1) Mini CD (not shown)
6.4 Required Tools and Materials
• 9/16” wrench
• Cup of soapy water
• 1-inch paint brush (recommended)
• Box cutter
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6.5 Installation Steps
6.5.1 Using a box cutter remove
the Dryer from box and all
shipping materials.
NOTE: If ANY SHIPPING
DAMAGE is detected, file a
claim with the shipping
company prior to continuing
the installation procedures.
6.5.2 Open front panel latches
and remove the front panel.
6.5.3 Check for loose parts,
hoses, or wiring.
NOTE: If ANY SHIPPING
DAMAGE is detected, file a
claim with the shipping
company prior to continuing
the installation procedures.
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6.5.4 Remove the ship-loose
contents package.
6.5.5 Remove and discard the
three packing foam blocks
from around the compressor.
6.5.6 Place the dryer at the desired operating location:
• Place the dryer on a leveled surface
• For rack install use Universal Rack Mounting Kit P011674 (section
11.4 )
• For wall install use Wall Mounting Kit P011773 (section 11.4 )
6.5.7 Verify that the dryer is
powered OFF.
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6.5.8 Plug AC Power Cord to
dryer.
6.5.9 Wire or plug the power
cord into:
• 110 - 125 VAC power
outlet for P1500W &
P1500WLP models.
• 208 - 230 VAC, 1 phase, power outlet for P1502W & P1502WLP.
o Line – Black (Brown)
o Neutral – White (Blue)
o Ground – Green (Green/Yellow)
6.5.10 Power the dryer ON.
NOTE: The compressor and
heatless dryer will start,
creating air flow through the
Outlet Port.
6.5.11 Set the System Pressure:
With Compressor running:
6.5.11.1 Pull the Capacity
Control Valve knob out.
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6.5.11.2 Turn the knob until
the reading on the
pressure gauge is 80
PSI.
6.5.11.3 Push the knob in to
lock.
6.5.12 Let the dryer run until the
Humidity drops below 2%
(may take up to 15 minutes).
NOTE: Press the RESET
Button if the dryer goes into
SHUTDOWN mode.
6.5.13 Power the dryer OFF.
6.5.14 Remove the Precision
Bleed orifice from the Outlet
Port.
NOTE: Save this orifice for use in
low flow applications.
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6.5.15 Connect the air supply line
to the Outlet Port.
NOTE: For all dryers with minimal flow:
Install the Tee Tube Union
and the Precision Bleed
Orifice to maintain a constant
air flow. (The orifice was
removed in step 6.5.14 ).
6.5.16 Power the dryer ON.
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6.5.17 Set the Static Pressure:
6.5.17.1 Pull Static Pressure
Regulator knob out.
6.5.17.2 Turn knob until the
reading on the pressure
gauge is 17 PSI.
6.5.17.3 Push knob in to lock.
6.5.18 Set the Outlet Pressure:
6.5.18.1 Pull the Outlet
Pressure Regulator knob
out (or loosen the
retaining nut – LP
Models).
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6.5.18.2 Turn knob until
Outlet Pressure (OUTP)
reading is at the desired
setting.
6.5.18.3 Push knob in to lock
(or tighten the retaining
nut – LP Models).
6.5.19 Check for air leaks:
NOTE: This is a general procedure that can be applied to any fitting or hose that has air pressure in it. DO NOT SOAP TEST THE HUMIDITY
SENSOR FITTING. DAMAGE TO THE SENSOR MAY OCCUR.
With Compressor NOT running:
6.5.19.1 Listen for any ‘hissing’ sounds which may indicate a fitting or hose
air leak.
With Compressor running:
6.5.19.2 Use a 1-inch paint
brush to dab soapy water
on the air fitting or hose
connection to be tested.
If air bubbles appear at the
connection, this indicates that
air is leaking from the
connection.
If any leaks are detected, take steps to seal them off (as necessary):
• Tighten the fitting
• Re-connect loose hose
• Replace the fitting / hose / component
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6.5.20 Re-install the front panel.
6.5.21 REGISTER YOUR
DRYER. See section 7. for details.
6.6 Installation Checklist
No shipping damage was detected.
Dryer location meets the following requirements:
o Well ventilated
o Free from abrasive dust or chemicals
o Ambient temperature is between 40° and 85° F (optimal)
Shipping foam blocks removed from compressor.
System Pressure is set to 80 PSI.
Static Pressure is set to 17 PSI.
No air leaks are present in the system.
No alarms are present on the Display Panel.
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7. Registering Your Dryer
Please take a moment to register your PUREGAS P1500W Series Air Dryer.
Registering is necessary to activate the Limited Warranty on your product. Once you
register, you are eligible to receive free technical support, as well as updates
concerning your PUREGAS products.
Register Online at www.puregas.com/registration
Or by Phone 1-800-521-5351 (option 2)
Have the following information available:
Model #: Serial #:
Company Name: Location Name:
Shipping Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Contact Name: Phone #: ( ) - ext.
Email:
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8. Operating Your Dryer
8.1 Safety & Warning Information
WARNING!
Extreme care should be exercised to avoid contact with live
electrical circuits. Many procedures performed during installation,
operation, testing, and maintenance of this air dryer require the
equipment to be running, creating a situation for potential electrical
shock. It is highly recommended that you remove all jewelry before
performing any procedures.
WARNING!
Internal surfaces may be hot. Use care when coming into contact
with internal components as there is a potential for some of these
components to become hot when in operation or standby.
WARNING!
High Noise. PUREGAS air dryers are meant to be installed in an
unattended area.
IMPORTANT!
Performing procedures not described in this User’s Guide or installing
components not supplied by PUREGAS is NOT RECOMMENDED
AND MAY VOID THE WARRANTY.
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8.2 Connecting Air Supply Line to the Dryer
8.2.1 Connect the air supply line
to the Outlet Port.
NOTE: For all dryers with minimal flow:
Install the Tee Tube Union
and the Precision Bleed
Orifice to maintain a constant
air flow. (The orifice was
removed in step 6.5.14 ).
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8.3 Powering the Dryer ON & OFF
8.3.1 POWER Switch - Controls
the main power to the dryer.
CAUTION!
Incoming power to dryer must be:
• 15 amp service recommended
• 10 amp slow blow fuse
• 110 - 125 VAC, 50/60 Hz for P1500W & P1500WLP
models
• 208 - 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1 Phase for P1502W &
P1502WLP models
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8.4 Using the Front Panel Display
8.4.1 ALARM LED – Indicates an alarm is present.
CAUTION!
The Display Screen is covered by a clear protective layer that guards
against Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). DO NOT REMOVE THIS
LAYER.
8.4.2 RESET Button – Clears an alarm and allows the system to continue
operating.
8.4.3 HOLD Button – Freezes the current information screen on the display.
When pressed again, it will allow the information screens to begin cycling
again.
8.4.4 Arrow Buttons – Used to access, navigate, and change values in the Set
Point Adjust screens.
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8.4.5 Display Screen - Shows the current dryer readings. Will cycle between
the following information screens (unless the HOLD button has been
pressed):
8.4.5.1 Tank Screen
TANK – Air Tank pressure - fluctuates between 50 – 90 PSI
OUTP – Outlet Pressure regulated by the Outlet Pressure Regulator
HUMIDITY – Humidity level of the system
CABINET – Temperature of the dryer cabinet compartment
8.4.5.2 System Stat Screen
SYSTEM STAT - Running Status of the system:
• ON RUN – System is Online
• SHUTDOWN – System has been shutdown as a result of either a
Humidity or High Cabinet Temperature alarm
LAST RUN – How many minutes the compressor ran during the last Air
Tank pressurization cycle.
TTL TIME – How many hours the compressor has run since startup or
the last time the Total Time counter was reset.
FLOW – Air Flow Rate
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8.5 Identifying Dryer Alarms
8.5.1 High Outlet Pressure Alarm -
Occurs when the Outlet Pressure
(OUTP) rises above the alarm
set point for more than one (1)
minute.
(Default setting is 12.0 PSI for Standard models / 7.50 PSI for LP models)
See section 13.5 for troubleshooting information.
8.5.2 Low Outlet Pressure Alarm –
Occurs when the Outlet Pressure
(OUTP) drops below the alarm
set point for more than one (1)
minute.
(Default setting is 6.5 PSI for Standard models / 0.30 PSI for LP models)
See section 13.7 for troubleshooting information.
8.5.3 High Humidity Alarm –
Occurs when the Humidity level
rises above the alarm set point
for more than one (1) minute.
(Default setting is 10.0%)
If this alarm is present for one
(1) minute or more, the air dryer
will go into SHUTDOWN
mode to prevent saturated air
from being delivered to the supply line.
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See section 13.9 for troubleshooting information.
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8.5.4 High Cabinet Temperature Alarm -
Occurs when the temperature in
the cabinet rises above 120°F for
more than ten (10) seconds.
If this alarm is present for three (3) minutes or more, the Comp ressor will
SHUTDOWN to protect against damage due to overheating. Once the
temperature lowers to 112°F the Compressor will re-start.
See section 13.12 for troubleshooting information.
8.5.5 High Compressor Last Run Time Alarm –
Occurs when the compressor
takes longer to pressurize the air
tank than the set point for the
alarm.
(Default setting is 3:00 minutes)
See section 13.17 for troubleshooting information.
8.5.6 Total Time Alarm –
Occurs when the compressor has
reached an 8,000 hour
maintenance interval. Perform
the required maintenance.
See section 10.3 for maintenance information.
8.5.7 High Flow Rate Alarm –
Occurs when the Flow Rate rises
above the alarm set point for
more than one (1) minute.
(Default setting is 1500 SCFD)
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See section 13.11 for troubleshooting information.
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