Compressed Air Dryer Chapter 3: Installation 16 of 31Chapter 3: Installation3-1 Uncrating the EquipmentThe 10 cfm compressed air dryer has a handle at the top of the cabinet to use for lifting. Forhopper-mount configurations, be sure to support the hopper when lifting and placing thedryer. Use caution and observe safety rules when lifting and placing your dryer. Be sure it issecurely attached and additional bracing is used if necessary.3-2 Connecting a Hopper-Mount Dryer to a HopperWhen mounting the dryer to an existing hopper, use the adapter and the self-tapping screwsthat are provided with the unit to mount the dryer to the inlet of the hopper. The adapter ispre-drilled with three holes that are used to mount it to the hopper.Note: In some cases, depending on the drying hopper model, an adapter may not berequired. If an adapter is not required, attach the dryer to the hopper with theclamps provided, and install the exhaust filter to the drying hopperoutlet/return line.Use the following procedure to mount the dryer to a hopper using an adapter (See Figure 3):1. Mark the holes in the inlet tube of the hopper for drilling.2. Use a 9/64” drill bit to pre-drill for the #8-32 screws that are provided.3. Spread silicone adhesive over the area where the adapter will mount to the hopper inlettubing.4. Place the adapter onto the tubing and install the three screws to hold it in place. Allowsufficient time for the silicon to cure before you operate the dryer.5. Attach the dryer to the hopper with the clamps provided.6. Install an exhaust filter to the drying hopper outlet/return line.Figure 3: Typical Hopper-Mount Configuration