Performance and Operation 1.Why is the dryer operating at a lower than expected capacity?
• Make sure dryer is completely full of grain. • Make sure that dryer screens are clean both inside and outside. • Make sure that heat is at proper values and gauges are reading correctly. • Make sure that if you have internal floors they are all placed properly. • Make sure that all columns are moving as the discharge is operating. 2. Why is dryer capacity lower during colder temperatures? As temperatures reach freezing, dryer capacity is reduced because frozen grain must thaw before it is dried. This can take some time before the kernel is in a state to start to dry. This added time prolongs the process and as a result, reduces capacity. 3. What is the proper method for cleaning my dryer? • The first method is by brushing the dryer clean. This works well if dryer surface area is not too large or if debris on dryer is fairly light to remove. • The second method is high pressure water line. The pressure washer can be used to cover a fairly large surface area and will clean off heavier
