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This manual contains information and recommendations for installing, operating, and servicing 

the 

Pioneer R and ADR Series Dryers,

 as well as 

Mr. Goodaire and Mr. Goodaire Plus Series.

 

Pioneer systems are designed and manufactured to the highest standards of quality. The self-contained 
units have been tested and inspected before shipment from the factory. Information in this manual is in 
accord with the data applicable to standard equipment at the time of printing (non-standard changes may 
not be included). The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes without notice and without 
incurring obligation. The customer should read this manual carefully before locating and installing the 
equipment. 
 

Receiving and Inspection 

 

After removing all packaging, examine the dryer for any external and internal damage. It is the 

customer’s responsibility to notify the transportation agency of any damages immediately. Check the 
nameplate to ensure proper power supply. Inspect all pipe and tubing. Vibration during shipping may 
loosen connections. Standard refrigerated dryers are charged with refrigerant, operated, and tested 
before leaving the factory. Units are ready to run after proper servicing. 
 

Location Recommendations 

 

Pioneer R and ADR Series Dryers

 are designed for installation in a protected area that is clean, 

dry, and has and ambient temperature range of 50 to 100

o

F (10 to 37

o

C). For installation in other 

temperatures consult factory. Consider heat rejection when locating the unit. Position the unit to permit 
free circulation of cooling air for the condenser. See Table 1 for safe distance placement. 
 

Table 1. Recommended Safe Distance from Wall 

 

Model 

   Intake 

 Discharge 

thru R60A (ADR30A) 

12” 

18” 

R75A to R200A 

12” 

28” 

(ADR40A to ADR100A) 
R235A to R600A 

18” 

30” 

(ADR120A to ADR300A) 
R800A to R2250A 

24” 

48” 

(ADR400A to ADR1125A) 
R2500A and up 

30” 

72” 

(ADR1250A and up) 
 
Vertical discharge standard in sizes over R5000A (ADR2500A). 
 

Installation Recommendations 

 

A refrigerated compressed air dryer is normally installed downstream of the receiver tank. A 

compressed air line should be connected from the receiver tank outlet to the air dryer inlet. The outlet of 
the dryer is then piped into the pneumatic distribution system. A bypass should always be installed to 
permit operation of the compressed air system during dryer maintenance and servicing. See installation 
schematic in Figure 1. Air in/out and bypassing piping should be equal or larger than the in/out sizes 
provided on the dryer. 
 

In the case of water cooled systems, make water connections to the dryer. Make sure water piping is 

large enough to handle the flow requirements. The factory recommends making the pipe size equal to or 
larger than the water connections on the dryer. 

Summary of Contents for ADR Series

Page 1: ...Air Dryer R and ADR Series Pioneer Air Systems Inc 210 Flatfork Road Wartburg TN 37887 Tel 800 264 1AIR 423 346 6693 Fax 423 346 3865 423 346 7522 Email sales pioneerair com Internet Address http www pioneerair com ...

Page 2: ...Micro Monitor Control 8 Micro Monitor Diagram 8 Maintenance 8 Automatic Drain 8 10 Year Limited Warranty 8 Troubleshooting 10 Warranty Extension Form 11 Mechanical Layout Electrical Wiring Diagram Recommended Spare Parts List Maximum Working Pressure Dryer Size 170 PSIG 11 7 BarG R3000 and up ADR1500 and up 200 PSIG 13 8 BarG R235 to R2500 ADR250 to ADR1250 250 PSIG 17 2 BarG R10 to R200 ADR15 to ...

Page 3: ...ned for installation in a protected area that is clean dry and has and ambient temperature range of 50 to 100o F 10 to 37o C For installation in other temperatures consult factory Consider heat rejection when locating the unit Position the unit to permit free circulation of cooling air for the condenser See Table 1 for safe distance placement Table 1 Recommended Safe Distance from Wall Model Intak...

Page 4: ...sludge rust and free moisture In a newly installed piping system the prefilter element may need to be changed within a few days of installation to remove weld sludge rust and etc After all power and connections have been made the unit is ready for operation Generally dryers are shipped with a charge of refrigerant with all refrigeration service ports closed Switch the main disconnect on allowing t...

Page 5: ...led to the 35o F 2o C range in the air refrigerant heat exchanger Cooling the compressed air causes condensation of moisture which is separated by a highly efficient moisture separator An automatic drain periodically drains the condensate Cold dry air from the separator flows through the air air heat exchanger where it is reheated by the incoming warm air Reheating increases the volume of air pre ...

Page 6: ...protect the refrigerant system from foreign particles To provide relatively constant temperature in the air refrigerant heat exchanger R75 or ADR40 and larger the refrigeration system is also equipped with a hot gas bypass valve Theses mix hot and cold refrigerant to give a stable suction pressure and temperature Thus near constant dew point is maintained at fluctuating load conditions Mr Goodaire...

Page 7: ...7 INSERT FLOW DIAGRAM ...

Page 8: ...year prorated compressor warranty apply on standard Pioneer products Pioneer standard dryers are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment 15 months for distributor stock units provided the equipment is used according to the company s recommended usage Liability is limited to the repair refund or replacement in kind at the comp...

Page 9: ...contact factory allowing it to cycle on high pressure will burn up the compressor motor Because of higher pressure and electrical voltage only qualified service personnel should work on the equipment For critical applications the factory recommends that the customer install a back up system WARNING Remove air pressure from the device under pressure before working on it ...

Page 10: ...ide suitable ventilation or relocate unit Consult factory Repair or replace Correct to R 134a 235 PSIG 16 2 BarG R 22 350 PSIG 2724 1 BarG Replace compressor and liquid and suction line filters 8 Refrigerant compressor cycling on low pressure a Refrigerant low b Incorrect low pressure control setting c Low pressure control malfunction Inspect for leaks repair evacuate and recharge Consult factory ...

Page 11: ...0 mile Travel food and lodging costs are the responsibility of the customer and are invoiced on a cost basis Name ___________________ Title ______________________ Company Name _______________________________________ Address _____________________________________________ City St Zip __________________________________________ Complete and return a copy to Phone __________________ Model ______________...

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