Operating Instructions

Page 3 of 12
Drawing : - TPC156
Issue : - 1
Date : - 04/11/03
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of the Ebac Timber Seasoner is to take the moisture out of the
air of an enclosed space containing timber to be dried, thereby allowing the air
to absorb more moisture from the timber and subsequently speeding up the
whole drying process
Fas inside the Timber Seasoner draws moisture laden air over the evaporator
coil where it is cooled. Since the Evaporator coil temperature is maintained
below the dew point of the air, water condenses on this cold surface and
drains into the drain tray and out of the machine via the drain tube. The
dehumidified air is then passed over the condenser coil where it is reheated
before leaving the unit.
The air discharged is therefore drier and, as a consequence, slightly warmer
than the air intake.
Being specifically designed for use in the elevated temperatures ad low
relative humidity’s encountered when drying a wide variety of hard wood and
soft wood, the Timber Seasoner will work continuously in temperatures up to
60°C 60%RH
A heater is incorporated in the dryer for heating the lumber to the required
temperature.
A control unit is a separate piece of equipment. It controls the drying and
heating by use of signals received from the temperature and humidity sensors
situated inside the drying chamber.
The MF range of Timber Seasoner’s comprise of the following major
components
a) Compressor
b) Evaporator Coil(s)
c) Condenser Coil(s)
d) Circulation Fan(s)
e) Low Pressure Stat
f) Heater Elements
g) Drain Tray
h) A Cabinet to house the components listed above