American Dryer Corp. ID-170 - Manual (Page 42)

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K. COMPRESSED AIR REQUIREMENTS
The model ID-170 dryer requires an external supply of compressed air (2.5 cfh @ 80 PSI [0.07 cmh @ 5.51
bars] for gas models and 3.25 cfh @ 80 PSI [0.09 cmh @ 5.51 bars] for steam models). For steam models,
compressed air is necessary for the air operated steam damper. On both the steam model as well as the gas
models, compressed air is necessary/required for blower air jet operation...to clean lint from the impellor/fan
(squirrel cage).
1. Air Requirements
a. Microprocessor controller (computer) dryers...
COMPRESSED
AIR SUPPLY
AIR PRESSURE
Normal 80 PSI 5.51 bars
Minimum Supply 70 PSI 4.82 bars
Maximum Supply 90 PSI 6.21 bars
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents
2. Air Regulation
a. No air regulation or air filtration is provided with the dryer. External regulation/filtration of 80 PSI (5.51
bars) must be provided. It is suggested that a regulator/filter gauge arrangement be added to the
compressed air line just before the dryer connection. This is necessary to insure that correct and clean
air pressure is achieved.
3. Air Connection
a. Air connection to this system is a 1/8” F.P.T. as per the illustration below.