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Owner’s Manual — Phoenix D385
Installation, Operation & Service Instructions
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The Phoenix D385 provides the perfect combination of
features and performance the restoration industry has been
craving in a desiccant dehumidifier. Designed to operate
vertically or horizontally, the Phoenix D385 provides the
wide operating range and ultra-low grains of a desiccant
with the water removal capacity of the largest LGR’s in
cabinet dimensions identical to our popular Phoenix
200 Max.
The D385 delivers 385 CFM of ultra-low grain process air
and removes an incredible 116 pints per day at AHAM
conditions. The true four hole configuration* allows the
Phoenix D385 to be located in the affected area with the
75 CFM re-activation air stream isolated from the drying
chamber. Three hole designed units** inherently pull
unaffected and/or outside air into the drying chamber. The
D385’s four hole design allows the restoration contractor
to set-up for effective positive, neutral or negative pressure
operation.
Able to operate vertically or horizontally, the D385 will fit
inside most crawlspaces. Having the D385 securely inside,
rather than outside the crawlspace access, deters the
possibility of tampering with the dehumidifier or the set-
up. The 385 CFM of process air will provide 3 ACH on an
affected area up to 7000 cubic feet.
The Phoenix D385 is easy to transport and set-up. The
D385 will fit on your truck in the areas already designed
for your LGR’s and will move around the jobsite with the
same portability. All the power to the unit is provided by two
115 volt grounded power cords. Simply plug the cords into
separate 15 amp circuits. Each cord draws only 11 amps
to power the D385. The re-activation air stream is ducted
through 6” flex duct provided with the unit and stores
conveniently in the top of the unit.
*Having completely separate process and regeneration airstreams.
**Where regeneration airstream is pulled from the process airstream.
The Phoenix D385 Desiccant Dehumidifier
• Ultra low grains
• Wide operating range
• 116 pints per day @ AHAM
• Operates vertically or horizontally
• Process airflow 385 CFM
• Two 23’ power cords:
11 Amps per cord
22 Amps
115 Volts/60 Hz
• Unlimited ducting possibilities
• Legendary stainless construction
Phoenix D385
PN 4026700
Specifications subject to change without notice.
TS-387
Revised 7/07
PO Box 8680 • Madison, WI 53708
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1 Specifications
Part No.
4026700
Power
2 circuits: 11 Amps, 115 VAC each
22 Amps total power consumption
Water
116 pints per day AHAM
Removal
Blower
385 CFM Process Airflow
75 CFM Reactivation Airflow
Operating
Up to 140°F
Range
As low as 10°F
Filters
Process filter size: 16” x 20” x 2”
Reactivation filter size: 12” x 12” x 1”
Duct
Process Inlet: 12” Flex-Duct (optional)
Connections Process Outlet: 10” Lay Flat collar (optional)
Reactivation Inlet: 6” Flex-Duct (optional)
Reactivation Outlet: 6” Flex-Duct (required)
Warranty
One year Parts and Labor
Dimensions:
Machine
Shipping
Width
24-1/4”
27-1/2”
Height
40”
45-1/2”
Depth
21-3/8”
22”
Weight
105 Lbs.
130 Lbs.
Popular Accessories
4026859
6” Metalized Polyester Flex-Duct 25’ (Standard)
4020128
6” Insulated Flex-Duct 25’
4024750
12” Metalized Polyester Flex Duct 25’
4022537
10” Lay Flat Duct 500’
4024935
10” Lay Flat Duct 250’
4024440
Kestrel 3000 Multi-Function Air Meter
Process Air Filter Replacement
4021475 16” x 20” x 2” MERV 11 Filter (Standard)
4024969 16” x 20” x 2” MERV 6 Filter (Optional)
4022164 16” x 20” x 2” MERV 14 Filter (Optional)
Reactivation Air Filter Replacement
4026315 12” x 12” x 1” MERV 7 Filter (Standard)
Read the operation and maintenance instructions carefully
before using this unit.
Proper adherence to these instructions is essential to
obtain maximum benefit from your Phoenix D385
dehumidifier.
Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................1
1. Specifications.........................................................2
2. Operation..............................................................3
2.1 How The Phoenix D385 Works...........................3
2.2 Avoiding Secondary Damages............................3
2.3 Universal Use Set-Up........................................3
2.4 Location..........................................................4
2.5 Electrical Requirements....................................4
2.6 Control Panel...................................................4
2.6A Power Switch.............................................4
2.6B Pilot Light.................................................4
2.6C Hour Meter...............................................4
2.7 Ducting Connections........................................4
2.8 Storage and Transportation...............................5
3. Maintenance..........................................................5
3.1 Air Filter Replacement......................................5
4. Service..................................................................5
4.1 Warranty..........................................................5
5. Wiring Diagram......................................................5
6. Service Parts List...................................................6
7. Warranty................................................................7
Serial No. ___________________________
Purchase Date ______/______/_____
Dealer’s Name ___________________________________
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2 Operation
2.1 How the Phoenix D385 works
Your Phoenix D385 has two separate air streams that run
through it – Process (Fig. 1) and Reactivation (Fig. 2).
Process Air Stream:
P1 – 385 CFM of air enters (12”flex) the top of the
machine and...
P2 – ...water vapor from incoming air is deposited on the
desiccant wheel.
P3 – 385 CFM of dry air exits (10” lay flat) the machine.
Reactivation Air Stream:
R1 – 75 CFM of air enters (6”flex) the lower-side of the
machine and...
R2 – passes over the heater coils.
R3 – Water vapor is picked up from the desiccant wheel by
the hot air and...
R4 – ...75 CFM of wet air exits (6”flex) the machine.
2.2 Avoiding Secondary Damages
The D385 is a powerful tool capable of removing a great
deal of water from most environments. Care must be
taken to avoid secondary damages of over-drying and or
unexpected condensation.
Your Phoenix D385 removes vapor water from the incoming
process air stream (Fig. 1) and transfers it to the outgoing
reactivation air stream (Fig. 2). The reactivation exhaust air
is hot and wet.
Take care to prevent the reactivation exhaust air stream
from causing secondary damage due to condensation.
If the reactivation exhaust air stream cools below its
dewpoint liquid water will condense inside the duct work
creating puddles. If the reactivation exhaust air stream is
not exhausted completely from the structure it can also
cause secondary water damage.
Your Phoenix D385 does not produce liquid water internal
to the machine. There is no condensate pump and no
drain hose.
The D385 desiccant dehumidifier will continue to remove
water from already dry, cold air. It is possible to over-dry
objects and or structures.
Care must be taken to avoid secondary damages due to
over-drying.
2.3 Universal Use Set-Up
When conditions warrant the use of a desiccant
dehumidifier, use the set-up shown below (Fig. 3). This
universal set-up will produce efficient drying, while
avoiding secondary damages. The Phoenix D385 has been
designed with the goal of being easy to use every time.
Therma-Stor LLC | Madison, WI | 800-533-7533
PORTABLE DESICCANT DEHUMIDIFIER
PORTABLE DESICCANT DEHUMIDIFIER
Optional 12”
Flex-Duct
Optional 10”
Lay Flat Duct
385 CFM
385 CFM
Therma-Stor LLC | Madison, WI | 800-533-7533
PORTABLE DESICCANT DEHUMIDIFIER
PORTABLE DESICCANT DEHUMIDIFIER
Hot
Wet Air
Room or
Outdoor
Ambient Air
Duct
Outside!
75 CFM
75 CFM
Optional 6”
Flex Duct
Required 6”
Flex Duct
Figure 1: Desiccant process air stream.
Figure 2: Desiccant reactivation air stream.
P1
P2
P3
R4
R1
R3
R2
Figure 3: Universal D385 Set-up
Therma-Stor LLC | Madison, WI | 800-533-7533
PORTABLE DESICCANT DEHUMIDIFIER
PORTABLE DESICCANT DEHUMIDIFIER
6” Flex-Duct
75 CFM
75 CFM