Instruction Sheet
Installation, Operation & Maintenance
Instructions for 38015988
Automatic Drain Valve (ADV)
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The timer’ s cycle rate and drain opening time should be adjusted to
The ADV removes condensed water and oil from the air receiver tank.
open just long enough to discharge the condensate. The timer is
Additional drains may be installed throughout your compressed air
properly set when it opens and discharges condensate and then vents
system, including aftercoolers, filters, drip legs and dryers. The ADV
air for approximately one second before closing. Adjustments may be
operates on a timer that can be set to automatically drain the air receiver
made depending on many factors, including humidity and duty cycle.
tank at operator-determined intervals.
Key features include: TROUBLESHOOTING
l 100% continuous duty l LED to indicate electrical TROUBLE: Valve will not close.
l NEMA 4 power is on CAUSE: Debris in solenoid valve prevents diaphragm from seating.
l Adjustable time on (.5 - 10 l LED to indicate valve is open ACTION: Remove solenoid valve, disassemble, clean and
seconds) l Manual override reassemble
l Adjustable time off (.5 - 45 l 6-foot, 115 Volt power cord CAUSE: Short in electrical component.
minutes) l Agency approval (CSA, UL ACTION: Check and replace power cord or timer as needed.
l Stainless steel operator and CE)
TROUBLE: Timer will not activate.
RECEIPT & INSPECTION CAUSE: No electrical supply.
Remove the ADV from packaging and inspect for transportation damage. ACTION: Apply power.
Ensure the voltage rating on the solenoid valve matches your power CAUSE: Timer malfunction
supply. ACTION: Replace timer.
INSTALLATION CAUSE: Clogged port.
INSTALLATION NOTES: ACTION: Clean valve.
l On compressors that have been in service without an automatic CAUSE: Solenoid valve malfunction.
drain, all debris at the bottom of the tank should be cleaned and blown ACTION: Replace solenoid valve.
out before installing the electric drain. CAUSE: Clogged strainer.
l Teflon tape or pipe dope will be needed for assembly. When ACTION: Clean strainer.
assembling Teflon tape or pipe dope onto pipe fittings, use caution to MAINTENANCE
insure tape or dope does not overhang the end of the fitting.
Periodically clean the screen inside the valve to keep the drain
l For automotive installations, refer to the National Electric Code
functioning at maximum capacity. To do this, perform the following steps:
(NEC 1999) Article 511 — Commercial Garages, Repair And Storage.
l Disposal of any liquid should be done in accordance with the local, 1. Close the strainer ball valve completely to isolate it from the air
state or federal guidelines that apply to your area. receiver tank.
l Refer to local codes to determine if the drain valve requires an 2. Press the TEST button on the timer to vent the pressure remaining
auxiliary manual drain. in the valve. Repeat until all pressure is removed.
l Plug the ADV into an electrical outlet with the proper supply voltage.
CAUTION: High pressure air can cause injury from flying
WARNING: DO NOT install the ADV on a pressurized tank. debris. Ensure the strainer ball valve is completely closed
Depressurize the tank before installing. and pressure is released from the valve prior to cleaning.
3. Remove the plug from the strainer with a suitable wrench. If you
OPERATION hear air escaping from the cleaning port, STOP IMMEDIATELY and
CAUTION: Do not operate the ADV outside the following repeat steps 1 and 2.
pressure and temperature ranges: 4. Remove the stainless steel filter screen and clean it. Remove any
Maximum Operating Pressure: 250 psig debris that may be in the strainer body before replacing the filter
Compressed Air Temperature: 33 to 265°F screen.
Ambient Temperature: -4 to 125°F 5. Replace plug and tighten with wrench.
6. When putting the ADV back into service, press the TEST button
1. Open the strainer ball valve. to confirm proper function.
2. Set the "time off" and "time on" knobs. See TIMER SETTINGS for
an explanation of the settings. ADV MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
3. During compressor operation, check for air leaks. DAILY: Test the ADV for proper operation. Clean the filter screen if
needed.
MONTHLY (EVERY 30 DAYS): Clean the filter screen.
TIMER SETTINGS
The "time off" setting determines the interval between cycles from 30
seconds to 45 minutes. The "time on" setting determines the actual
time the compressor drains condensate from the 1/4" condensate
outlet port.
CCN: 22256085
REV.: A
DATE: FEBRUARY 2003
