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Vision N2 ControllerModels:PORTABLE DRYERSUser GuidePNEG-1851Version 1.0Date: 11-06-12PNEG-1851

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsSafety Decals for Portable DryersThe safety decals on your grain dryer are safety indicators which must be carefully read

Appendix D: List of ParametersDry Sensor Calibration (Unloading Menu)Outgoing Grain Moisture — The dry grain’s actual moisture level (%).Outgoing Grai

Appendix D: List of ParametersSpeed 1 — In the 5-speed temperature control scheme in continuous flow, a read-only value that is equalto the reference

Appendix D: List of ParametersGrain setpoint — The grain’s target temperature value. This setpoint is the reference parameter that isused to determine

Appendix D: List of ParametersInner Moisture Offset — The small moisture offset, used to obtain the pair of moisture values that areclosest to the ref

Appendix D: List of ParametersDryer Length — The length of your portable dryer (8, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 26 ft). The dryer length is thecombined len

Appendix D: List of ParametersBurner Mode (System>Dry Advanced)Burner — The type of burner mode that is used to control and maintain a uniform plen

Appendix D: List of ParametersBoard Mode (System>Control Advanced)Board Mode — The type of operating mode. Use pre-season mode when you need to run

GlossaryGlossaryaeration — The process of forcing air through stored grain to maintain quality and prevent moistureaccumulation.batch — The quantity o

Glossarydryer wet bin — The compartment that maintains an adequate level of wet grain to ensure proper air seal.Perforated to allow the grain to be pr

Glossaryand throughput specifications, some are faster than others, and therefore run for shorter periods of timewhen filling the dryer wet bin.meteri

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsTable 1-2 Description of the grain dryer’s decals (cont'd.)Decal Decal No. LocationDC-1947This decal appears:• Twice

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IndexIndexAaeration ... 107animation view pane ... 2

Indexfull-heat ...31, 41, 46–47, 57, 108Ggetting started ... 27See also

IndexSsettings pane... 21shutting off the dryer... 36See

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GSI Group, LLC Limited WarrantyGSI Group, LLC Limited WarrantyThe GSI Group, LLC (“GSI”) warrants products which it manufactures to be free of defects

This equipment shall be installed in accordance with thecurrent installation codes and applicable regulationswhich should be carefully followed in all

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsTable 1-2 Description of the grain dryer’s decals (cont'd.)Decal Decal No. LocationDC-1956This decal appears on the

2 The Portable DryerTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Overview of the Portable Dryer▪ Dryer Configurations▪ The Control Panel▪ Overview of the User Inte

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerTable 2-1 The main components of the portable dryerItem Name DescriptionaDryer wet binThe compartment that maintains an a

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerDANGERMake sure to turn off the main electrical disconnect switch prior to servicing yourdryer. Only the main electrical

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerTable 2-2 The available configurations for portable dryers (cont'd.)Dryer con-figurationDescription Dryer con-figura

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerFigure 2-2 The Vision N2 control panelNOTE: The number of fan and heater switches on your control panel depends on the nu

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerTable 2-3 The components of the control panel (cont'd.)Item Name Descriptiond Fan switchControls the fans by way of

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerTable 2-3 The components of the control panel (cont'd.)Item Name DescriptiongStop button Stops all dryer functions;

All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latestinformation available at the time of publication. The

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerFigure 2-3 The main menuSettings paneMenu paneStatus bar Taskbar01:59Load ing03:27Out of Gra in00:00Unload ing00:00Clea

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerTable 2-4 Description of the main menu’s buttons and displaysMenu Area Item NameDescriptionStatus baraDry grain and stage

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerTable 2-4 Description of the main menu’s buttons and displays (cont'd.)Menu Area Item NameDescriptionMenu panemStop

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerThe Submenu WindowVia the various submenus, you can access and set all parameters that are required in the daily operatio

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerFigure 2-5 Samples of the various parameter fieldsNOTE: Images of the dryer, control panel, and user interface menus that

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerFigure 2-6 The numeric keypad for the out of grain timerTable 2-5 Description of the keypadItem NameDescriptiona Value di

Chapter 2: The Portable DryerThe keypad is displayed and the submenu window is no longer active. The parameter’s current valueis shown in the keypad’s

3 Getting StartedTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Powering On the Dryer▪ Configuring User Preferences▪ Configuring Your Dryer’s Hardware▪ Setting the D

Chapter 3: Getting StartedNOTE: The Configuration Status dialog box is displayed in certain situations, most notably uponstartup and after clearing sh

Chapter 3: Getting Started4. From the submenu pane, click Time and Date.5. Set the following parameters:Time — The current time (hour; minute; a.m./p.

Table of ContentsContentsAbout This Guide...

Chapter 3: Getting StartedIMPORTANT: Make sure to enter the number of modules that corresponds to your actual dryer con-figuration. If you enter a val

Chapter 3: Getting StartedTipUnless otherwise advised, it is recommended to start drying grain using the default settings for the timersand delays. If

Chapter 3: Getting StartedUnload Timer — The length of time that the unload auger runs to unload the grain. This timer is onlyavailable in staged batc

Chapter 3: Getting Started5. Turn all Fan switches to On.The fans start and the switches are illuminated once air pressure is detected.TipIt is recomm

Chapter 3: Getting StartedAdjusted Speed — The speed that the metering rolls turn at when the Unload Auger switch is in theOn position. Enter the spee

4 Basic OperationsTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Setting the Plenum Temperature Range▪ Resetting the Dry Grain Counters▪ Shutting Off the Dryer at th

Chapter 4: Basic OperationsResetting the Dry Grain CountersThe dry grain and staged batch counters keep track of unloaded grain. You can reset these c

Chapter 4: Basic Operations3. Once the dryer has cooled off, close the dryer’s fuel valve.4. On the control panel, press Stop .All dryer functions sto

Chapter 4: Basic OperationsMake sure to thoroughly inspect and clean the dryer’s various components such as the metering rolls,augers, and motors. You

Chapter 4: Basic Operations• Make sure to set the interval and sampling rate settings through either the Dryer Data: Table View orDryer Data: Graph Vi

Table of ContentsSetting the Dual-Setpoint Temperature Scheme in Staged Batch ...68Chapter 9 The Dry G

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5 The Drying ModesTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Continuous Flow Mode▪ Staged Batch Mode▪ Selecting a Drying ModeContinuous Flow ModeThe continuous f

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesFigure 5-1 Breakdown of the control parameters and schemes in the continuous flow modeContinuous Flow Based on Grain Temper

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesFigure 5-2 Speed versus temperature relationship for the 1-speed temperature control schemeThe 2-Speed Control SchemeIn the

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesFigure 5-3 Speed versus temperature relationship for the 2-speed temperature control schemeThe 5-Speed Control SchemeIn the

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesFigure 5-4 Speed versus temperature relationship for the 5-speed temperature control schemeContinuous Flow Based on Grain M

Chapter 5: The Drying Modes• The metering roll speed’s outer offset• The grain moisture’s inner offset• The grain moisture’s outer offsetAs shown in t

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesControl ParametersIn staged batch, the dryer monitors the following two control parameters:• Grain temperature• Drying time

Chapter 5: The Drying Modes• The drying time• The temperature setpoint of each plenumAs shown in the figure that follows, the drying phase starts when

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesFigure 5-8 Dual-setpoint time control scheme in the dry and cool operationNOTE: In full-heat operation, the cooling phase i

About This GuideThis guide contains information on operating portable dryers that are equipped with the Vision N2 NetworkDryer Control. It is intended

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesFigure 5-9 Temperature control scheme in the dry and cool operationNOTE: In full-heat operation, the cooling phase is simpl

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesFigure 5-10 Dual-setpoint temperature control scheme in the dry and cool operationNOTE: In full-heat operation, the cooling

Chapter 5: The Drying ModesFigure 5-11 Time and temperature control scheme in the dry and cool operationNOTE: In full-heat operation, the cooling phas

6 The Wet GrainTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ The Loading Process▪ Ensuring Dryer Shutdowns When Supply Is Out of Grain▪ Minimizing Load Auger Startu

Chapter 6: The Wet GrainFigure 6-1 The loading sequence in auto modeEnsuring Dryer Shutdowns When Supply Is Out of GrainTo have the dryer stop when th

Chapter 6: The Wet GrainOut of Grain Timer — The timer that starts once the load auger begins to turn and stops when thedryer wet bin is full. If it e

Chapter 6: The Wet GrainTipStart with the default setting and adjust according to how fast the loading mechanism fills your dryer wetbin. As the dryer

7 The Continuous Flow DryingProcessTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Drying Grain in Continuous Flow▪ Setting the 1-Speed Temperature Scheme in Continuo

Chapter 7: The Continuous Flow Drying ProcessIMPORTANT: To stop the dryer when connected remotely, click Stop Dryer from the main menu.However, once s

Chapter 7: The Continuous Flow Drying ProcessTo set the 1-speed temperature scheme in continuous flow:1. If the dryer is running, press Stop on the co

Vision N2 ControllerNotes and NoticesThe following notes and notices are used throughout this guide:NOTE: Used to denote supplemental information that

Chapter 7: The Continuous Flow Drying ProcessNOTE: The units of measure selection (bushels or metric tons per hour) that is displayed in this fieldis

Chapter 7: The Continuous Flow Drying ProcessInner Temperature Offset — The small temperature offset, used to obtain the pair of temperaturevalues tha

Chapter 7: The Continuous Flow Drying ProcessIMPORTANT: To stop the dryer when connected remotely, click Stop Dryer from the main menu.However, once s

8 The Staged Batch Drying ProcessTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Drying Grain in Staged Batch▪ Setting the Time Scheme in Staged Batch▪ Setting the Te

Chapter 8: The Staged Batch Drying Process5. Set the drying parameters for your chosen control scheme:• To set parameters for the time scheme, see Set

Chapter 8: The Staged Batch Drying Process• Drying time of 35 minutes• Cooling timer of 18 minutes• Unload timer of 10 minutes• Plenum setpoints of 18

Chapter 8: The Staged Batch Drying Process• Unload timer of 10 minutes• Plenum setpoints of 180°F (for ease of explanation, this example assumes that

Chapter 8: The Staged Batch Drying Process• Cooling timer of 18 minutes• Unload timer of 10 minutes• Plenum setpoints of 180°F (for ease of explanatio

Chapter 8: The Staged Batch Drying Process• Drying time 1 of 25 minutes• Drying time 2 of 12 minutes• Cooling timer of 18 minutes• Unload timer of 10

Chapter 8: The Staged Batch Drying ProcessGrain Setpoint 1 — The grain temperature that must be reached to make the plenums use thesecond group of tem

1 Safety PrecautionsTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Safety Guidelines for Portable Dryers▪ Cautionary Symbols▪ Safety Decals for Portable DryersSafety

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9 The Dry GrainTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Validating Outgoing Moisture And Temperature Readings▪ Cleaning the Dry Sensor▪ Setting the Value Range

Chapter 9: The Dry GrainOutgoing Grain Moisture — The dry grain’s actual moisture level (%).Outgoing Grain Temperature — The dry grain’s actual temper

Chapter 9: The Dry Grain5. Clean the inside of the housing thoroughly.6. Position the dry sensor back into place and secure the sensor cover.Setting t

Chapter 9: The Dry GrainTo adjust unload speeds in real time:1. From the menu pane, click Unload→Unload Speeds.2. Set the following parameter:Unload S

Chapter 9: The Dry GrainWhat You Should KnowOver the course of numerous drying cycles and batches of grain, the unload speed automatically changesto a

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A Grain Drying OperationsTopics Covered in this Appendix▪ Drying Grain: A Quick Startup Procedure▪ Initial Settings for Full-Heat and Dry and Cool▪ Th

Appendix A: Grain Drying Operations11.Increase the plenum temperature to your normal operating temperature.12.Continue unloading in manual mode for a

Appendix A: Grain Drying OperationsTable A-2 Initial settings for the dry and cool operationUnload speed in manual modeInitialmoistureDrying time(min.

Chapter 1: Safety Precautions• To enable pre-season mode, click System→Control (Advanced)→Board Mode and then selectPre-season Mode.• Place the dryer

Appendix A: Grain Drying OperationsTable A-3 Description of the burner modesModeDescriptionHigh/lowStarting on high fire, when the plenum temperature

Appendix A: Grain Drying OperationsTo decide which drying operation is better suited to your needs, a good grasp of the benefits and shortcom-ings of

Appendix A: Grain Drying OperationsA Glance at Cooling ProcessesCooling grain in dedicated cooling bins is a viable and cost-effective solution for mo

Appendix A: Grain Drying OperationsTable A-6 Description of common grain cooling processesCooling processDescription Advantages DisadvantagesDryeratio

Appendix A: Grain Drying OperationsTable A-6 Description of common grain cooling processes (cont'd.)Cooling processDescription Advantages Disadva

B Grain Drying GraphsTopics Covered in this Appendix▪ Temperature and Moisture Schemes in Continuous Flow▪ Temperature Control Schemes in Staged Batch

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsTemperature and Moisture Schemes in Continuous FlowWhether you choose temperature or moisture control schemes in contin

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsTemperature Control Schemes in Staged BatchIf you use the grain temperature as the drying phase’s control parameter in

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsDiagrams for the Temperature Schemes in Staged BatchNOTE: To apply the full-heat strategy with a multiple-fan dryer: a)

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsNOTE: To apply the full-heat strategy with a single-fan dryer: a) select either the Temperature orDual-Setpoint Tempera

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsCautionary SymbolsCautionary symbols are present in the various decals of your equipment and alert you to the possible or

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsNOTE: To apply the dry and cool strategy with a multiple-fan dryer: a) select either the Temperatureor Dual-Setpoint Te

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsNOTE: To apply the dry and cool strategy with a single-fan dryer: a) select either the Temperature orDual-Setpoint Temp

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsTime Control Schemes in Staged BatchIf you use timers to control the drying phase in staged batch, you can apply differ

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsDiagrams for the Time Schemes in Staged BatchNOTE: To apply the full-heat strategy with a multiple-fan dryer: a) select

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsNOTE: To apply the full-heat strategy with a single-fan dryer: a) select either the Time or Dual-Set-point Time control

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsNOTE: To apply the dry and cool strategy with a multiple-fan dryer: a) select either the Time or Dual-Setpoint Time con

Appendix B: Grain Drying GraphsNOTE: To apply the dry and cool strategy with a single-fan dryer: a) select either the Time or Dual-Set-point Time cont

C MessagesTopics Covered in this Appendix▪ The Status MessagesThe Status MessagesDisplayed in the status bar, status messages are either general or sp

Appendix C: MessagesTable C-1 Status messages for both the continuous flow and staged batch modes (cont'd.)Message Drying modesOccurrenceDescript

D List of ParametersTopics Covered in this Appendix▪ Vision N2 Parameters for Portable DryersVision N2 Parameters for Portable DryersThe menus in your