Manual Instrucoes ALUP

Operating manual
Screw compressor
ALLEGRO 16 - 38
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2006
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ALUP Kompressoren GmbH
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73257 Kngen
Tel.: 0049-180-5258700
Fax: 0049-180-5258701
No part of this manual may be duplicated by mechanical or electronic means
without the express written permission from ALUP Compressors GmbH.
All particulars in this manual are specifed to our best knowledge, but without
guarantee.
We reserve the right to make changes to information on hardware and frm-
ware documentation at any time without previous announcement.
We are thankful for any criticism and suggestions.
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Table of contents
1. Safety instructions......................................................... 4
1.1 Symbols in this manual............................................. 4
1.2 Proper usage............................................................ 5
1.3 Qualifed personnel................................................... 5
1.4 General safety instructions....................................... 6
2. Functional description .................................................. 8
2. Functional description................................................. 10
3. Storage and transport ................................................. 12
4. Installation.................................................................... 14
4.1 Setting up ............................................................... 14
4.2 Ventilation............................................................... 14
4.3 Forced ventilation(optional) .................................... 15
4.4 Water cooling (optional).......................................... 16
4.5 Heat recovery for heating water /
potable water (optional) .......................................... 16
4.6 Connection to the compressed air net.................... 17
4.7 Electrical connections............................................. 17
5. Displays and operating elements............................... 18
5.1 Plant main switch.................................................... 18
5.2 Emergency OFF ..................................................... 18
5.3 Air Control 3 (option) .............................................. 19
5.3.1 Basic display.................................................. 20
5.3.2 ON/OFF switching of compressed
air generation................................................. 20
5.3.3 Function key reservation in the basic display 21
5.3.3.1 Capacity utilization .......................... 22
5.3.3.2 Service ............................................ 22
5.3.3.3 LLC status ....................................... 23
5.3.3.4 Compressor pass ............................ 23
5.3.3.5 Diagram net pressure...................... 24
5.3.3.6 Diagram fnal compression
temperature .................................... 24
5.3.3.7 Diagram compressed
air amount / day profle.................... 24
5.3.3.8 Diagram compressed
air amounts / week profle ............... 24
5.3.3.9 Modify diagram settings .................. 25
5.3.4 Menu system................................................. 26
5.3.4.1 Sub-menu Limit values.................... 27
5.3.4.2 Sub-menu Operating parameters.... 28
5.3.4.3 Sub-menu Service intervals ............ 29
5.3.4.4 Sub-menu Timer.............................. 30
5.3.4.5 Sub-menu Fault log ........................ 32
5.3.4.6 Sub-menu Display parameters........ 32
5.3.4.7 Sub-menu Confguration ................. 33
5.3.4.8 Sub-menu Lead lag control (LLC) ... 34
5.3.4.9 Sub-menu Accessories.................... 34
5.3.4.10 Sub-menu Diagnosis....................... 35
5.3.5 Warnings / maintenance................................ 36
5.3.6 Malfunctions .................................................. 37
5.3.7 Adjustment of the display contrast................. 38
5.4 Air Control 1............................................................ 39
5.4.1 Basic display.................................................. 40
5.4.2 ON/OFF switching of compressed
air generation................................................. 41
5.4.3 Viewing additional operating data.................. 41
5.4.4 Menu system................................................. 42
5.4.4.1 Unit parameterisation ...................... 42
5.4.4.2 Basic parameterisation.................... 43
5.4.4.3 Code 2: Operating mode................. 44
5.4.4.4 Code 3: Automatic restart
after power failure............................ 45
5.4.4.5 Code 8: Local control,
remote control, LLC-OK .................. 45
5.4.4.6 Code 11: Start and stop pressure ... 45
5.4.4.7 Code 18: Lead leg control (LLC) .... 46
5.4.4.8 Code 21: Maintenance
acknowledgement ........................... 46
5.4.4.9 Code 51: Off-load, off,
star/delta time.................................. 47
5.4.4.10 Code 65: Condensate valve............ 47
5.4.4.11 Code 90: Unit for pressure
indication ........................................ 48
5.4.4.12 Code 95: Unit for temperature
indication ......................................... 48
5.4.4.13 Code 9999: Software version.......... 48
5.4.5 Warnings / maintenance work ....................... 49
5.4.6 Malfunctions .................................................. 50
5.4.7 Adjustment of the display contrast................. 51
6. Correcting malfunctions ............................................. 52
7. Initial commissioning .................................................. 54
7.1 Preparatory activities.............................................. 54
7.2 Check cooling fuidlevel .......................................... 54
7.3 Start-up lubrication of the compressor stage.......... 54
7.4 Rotational direction control ..................................... 55
7.5 Basic settings ......................................................... 56
7.5.1 Controlling the unitby means of Air Control 3 56
7.5.2 Controlling the unitby means of Air Control 1 56
7.6 Switch on compressed air generation .................... 57
7.7 Concluding activities............................................... 57
8. Service .......................................................................... 58
8.1 Overview Maintenance intervals............................. 58
8.2 Preparatory activities.............................................. 58
8.3 Check cooling fuid level / refll cooling fuid ........... 59
8.4 Check for leakage................................................... 60
8.5 Check the compressor temperature ....................... 60
8.6 Check the cooler for fouling.................................... 60
8.7 Check for condensate............................................. 61
8.8 Cooling fuid replacement /
replacing cooling fuid flter ..................................... 62
8.9 Replacing cooling fuid separator ........................... 64
8.10 Replacing air flter................................................... 65
8.11 Check safety valve ................................................. 65
8.12 Check drive............................................................. 66
8.13Relubrication of the electric motor .......................... 66
8.14Concluding activities............................................... 67
9. Technical Data.............................................................. 68
9.1 Dimensions for connections ................................... 69
9.2 Data air-cooled compressors.................................. 69
9.3 Electrical data......................................................... 69
10. Service manual ........................................................... 70
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1. Safety instructions
You are reading this manual in order to learn about the screw compressor.
t contains information that is required for safe, malfunction-free operation
of the system. Please keep in mind that damage incurred due to improper
usage may not fall under the conditions of guarantee!
For this reason, please keep this manual where all users can have free
access to it at any time.
The system was developed, manufactured, tested, and documented in state-
of-the-art technology and considering all the current safety standards.
n normal circumstances, no danger for personnel or property can result
from the system if you comply with the stipulations of the service manual
and if the transport, assembly, service and the described handling is carried
out according to the regulations.
Nevertheless certain risks remain!
Safety instructions
This symbol is employed whenever personal damage can be incurred
by carelessness, or by ignoring the instructions.
1.1 Symbols in this manual
This symbol is employed when damage to property can occur through
carelessness, or by ignoring the instructions.
Italic text is employed when we would like to draw your attention to particular
information.
Text in a frame signifes the description of an activity to be carried out by
the user.
DANGER
NOTICE
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The system is exclusively designed for
the generation of compressed air and
for operation in an environment without explosion risk.
The units are designed for a minimum pressure of 5 bar (operating over-
pressure)!
Any other utilization must be regarded as not in compliance with the design
purpose!
The manufacturer/vendor is fundamentally not liable for damage incurred if
the system is not used according to its design purpose!
1.2 Proper usage
The generated compressed air may not be used for human respiration. In
case the compressed air is used for pharmaceutical or sanitary purposes, it
must undergo further treatment. The same is true when the compressed air
is used in production plants and comes into direct contact with foodstuffs.
This manual is directed to qualifed personnel, who are commissioned
with the transport, installation, operation or service of the system. These
individuals must read the chapter relevant to their duties.
Qualifed personnel are individuals who:
upon the basis of their professional training, knowledge and experience
as well as their understanding of the relevant norms can assess the work
to be carried out with regard to all possible dangers, or
based on many years of activity in a comparable feld, have the same
state of knowledge as someone with professional training.
Activities that are not described in this manual may only be carried out by
our customer service department or by authorized technical personnel.
1.3 QuaIied personneI
Unqualifed actions or disregarding the warnings in this manual or those
affxed to the product can lead to serious personal injury or damage to
material!
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1. Safety instructions
1.4 General safety instructions
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
Damage to the sense organs!
Compressed air streams may not be directed towards persons. When
applying compressed air, dust particles can be raised by the air stream.
Therefore, when working with compressed air, protect your eyes with
safety glasses.
Loss or decrease of compressor safety !
Retrohtting or modihcations on the system can reduce its level of
safety! The results could be serious personal, material or environmen-
tal damage. Possible retrohtting or modihcations on the system with
equipment components from third party manufacturers must therefore
hrst be cleared by us.
Loss of contact protection!
The side panelings of the system are part of the contact protection
system to protect personnel from fan impellers that start up automati-
cally, moving machine parts, hot surfaces and dangerous voltages!
Furthermore, they are required for sound insulation and cooling air
conduction. Therefore they must not be removed when the unit is in
operation.
For initial commissioning, it is required to remove the side paneling of
the system. Furthermore, in the process of the initial commissioning
of the plant, the mains switch must be turned on.
The initial commissioning, therefore, may only be carried out by quali-
hed technical personnel!
Injuries caused by fan impellers that start automatically, moving ma-
chine parts, hot surfaces or escaping cooling huid mist!
Installation, service or repair work on the components of the system
must, if not otherwise described, be categorically carried out only on
a switched-off, sufhciently cooled-off and pressure-free system! The
system must be secured against an illicit or accidental switching-on.
The shut-off device for the compressed air net must be closed.
If measuring or testing work is required on the electrical components
while the system is in operation, they must be carried out by electri-
cians observing all the relevant safety regulations.
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Loss or decrease of compressor dependability!
Only original spare parts and lubrications may be employed!
We recommend that a set of service parts subject to wear be kept on
stock, in order to guarantee high compressor availability. Our customer
service would be glad to help you with your selection.
NOTICE
NOTICE
Carry out the activities in all of the following chapters in the order given.
Damage to the system may result in environmental damage!
Before initial commissioning, the system must have been correctly
installed according to Chapter 6!
For the operation of the compressor (equipment in the sense of Pres-
sure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC) please observe national regulations
and laws. In Germany, operating equipment must be operated in ac-
cordance with the regulations laid down in the ordinance on industrial
safety and health (BetrSichV)!
Dispose of all used or defective materials in a proper way!
This is especially true for components/materials containing cooling
liquid. Please note that the accumulated condensation containing
cooling liquid may not enter the sewage system!
We offer an appropriate cooIing uid/water separator for condensa-
tion processing.
Compressed air receivers require regular technical inspections!
Please notify the commissioning of the system at the technical inspection
authority responsible for you. They will inspect the system and provide a
receiver test book.
Document all the activities carried out (e.g. in some table format).
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2. Functional description
2.1 Drive
2.2 Air path
The frequency converter supplies the electric motor with electric power.
For the operating principle of the frequency converter, please refer to the
instructions in the control cabinet.
The electric motor drives the compressor stage via a fexibly supported
coupling.
Fresh air supplied by the integrated cooling air ventilator is fltered through
the air flter(s). The air is then directed via the suction regulator into the
compressor stage, where it is compressed to the fnal compression pressure
together with injected cooling fuid.
n the cooling fuid reservoir, the compressed air is separated 98 % from
the cooling fuid and the downstream cooling fuid separator removes the
remaining cooling fuid from the compressed air. The air then fows via the
minimum pressure non-return valve into the compressed air aftercooler and
is cooled down to 10 - 15 C above the ambient temperature before it leaves
the compressor through the compressed air connection.
The suction regulator opens shortly after the compressor has started up for
generating compressed air. It closes when the compressor changes over
to off-load operation and/or comes to a standstill and unloads the system
via the relief valve.
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2.3 CooIing uid circuIation
2.4 Cooling
The cooling fuid is sprayed into the air end and has the following func-
tions:
heat removal of the temperature increase caused by the compression
process
sealing lubrication of the rotors to each other and to the housing with a
cooling fuid flm
bearing lubrication
noise dampening
The cooling fuid leaves the air end together with the compressed air as a
hot cooling fuid return air mixture.
The cooling fuid is separated from the compressed air into the seperator
tank by the cooling fuid separator and when separated, it fows to the cool-
ing fuid heat exchanger. The cooling fuid temperature regulator mixes the
cooled down cooling fuid with the cooling fuid heat exchanger-bypass hot
cooling fuid as defned by the setpoint temperature. Finally, the cooling fuid
flter cleans the cooling fuid, before it is again injected in the air end.
f desired by the customer, an additional heater can be installed in the
seperator tank either originally or subsequent to purchase. t prevents con-
densation damage in the case of cold or damp compressor environments,
for example.
The compressed air after-cooler of the cooling fuid heat exchanger is
cooled either by
a built-in cooling air ventilator or
water cooling.
The electric motor is always cooled by its own ventilator fan.
n the case of water-cooled compressors, a fresh air ventilator additionally
ensures suffcient fresh intake air for the removal of radiated heat.
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2.5 Flow diagram
2. Functional description
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09
02
05
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05
02
07
04
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01 Switching cabinet
02 Electric motor
03 Coupling
04 Air flter
05 Suction regulator
06 Compressor level
07 Cooling fuid reservoir
08 Safety valve
09 Drain
10 nlet ftting
11 Additional heater (optional)
12 Cooling fuid separator
13 Minimum pressure non-return
valve
14 Relief valve
15 Compressed air after-cooler
16 Compressed air connection
17 Cooling fuid cooler
18 Cooling fuid temperature regu-
lator
19 Cooling fuid flter
20 Cooling air ventilator
21 Cooling water inlet
22 Throttle valve compressed air
after-cooler
23 Solenoid valve
24 HCR water inlet
25 HCR heat exchanger
26 HCR thermostat
27 HCR water outlet
28 HCR thermostat valve
2.6 Components
2.7 Legend
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3. Storage and transport
Observe the local regulations and other requirements pertaining to the
professional use of tools, lifting and transport equipment, as well as
the valid standards and regulations for accident prevention.
Please store the system only in a dry, frost-free room.
Use a fork-lift truck for transport. For short transportation distances, a
palette lifting trolley may be used.
DANGER
For measurements and weights, see Chapter 9.
Always transport the system in its normal operating orientation in a pres-
sure-free state. Tilting or laying the system down is not allowed.
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4.2 Ventilation
4. Installation
4.1 Setting up
Install the system in locations with the following environmental condi-
tions:
max. height above sea level: 1000 m
ambient temperature: +5 to +40 C
ambient temperature for Version T: +5 to +45 C
ambient conditions: cool, dry, dust free
DANGER
Open hame or hre as well as welding work in the vicinity of the system
are forbidden!
Space requirements and system weights are dependent on the compressor
type purchased. Measurements and weights: see Chapter 9.
Always maintain the minimal clearances to the walls or other objects, so
that system service functions can be carried out without hindrance. For the
entire series, the minimum clearance is 500 mm.
We recommend setting up the compressors in a separate compressor
room.
NOTICE
The air entering the intake opening is used for the compression as well as
for compressor cooling.
The ventilation must fulfll at least the following criteria:
Supply required cooling air amounts as defned in Chapterd 9.2 and
9.3
Remove exhaust air as defned in Chapter 9 in order to prevent a heat-
ing up of the compressor site
The cooling air must be cool, dry and dust-free
The temperature of the aspired cooling air must be within the range of
+5C to +40C.
n the case of aspiration from outside, provide a recirculation fap.
Make certain that the supply air contains no dangerous explosive gas
mixtures, steam, dust or aggressive pollutants.
Make certain that the place of installation is dust-free as well as within
the prescribed operating temperature limits and as cool as possible. If
necessary, ensure the professional installation of forced air ventilation,
fltering, room cooling or heating.
Make certain that the place of installation is professionally ventila-
ted.
Make certain that no circulating air short-circuit (the intake of the
exhausted warm air) can occur.
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4.3 Forced ventilation
(optional)
Cooling air volume fows: see Chapter 9.
Forced ventilation must be dimensioned in such a way that the required
fresh and exhaust air, considering the available residual pressure of the
compressor ventilator, can be supplied and expelled.
Nominal diameters of the channel connections and information on the re-
sidual pressure : see Chapter 9.
f ventilation ducts are to be connected to the system, then the required
supporting supplementary ventilators should be included when planning
the ducts.
The exhaust air can also be utilized for the purpose of heat recovery.
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4. Installation
4.4 Water cooling (optional)
4.5 Heat recovery for heating
water / potable water (op-
tional)
For cooling water quantities, temperatures and connections,
see chapter 9.
The cooling water must fulfll the following criteria:
Inlet temperature less than + 35 C
Pre-pressure 4 bar to10 bar
Pre-fltration with a mesh width of at least 0.1 mm
Electrical conductivity: 10 - 500 S/cm
PH: 7,5 - 9,0
Total hardness: 0,716 - 1,52 mMol/l
A solenoid valve (optional) should be installed before the cooling water
inlet.
The cooling water current through the compressed air after-cooler should be
set with the throttle valve belonging to it in such a way that the compressed
air outlet temperature is 15 C higher than the intake air.
The connections to the cooling water supply must be fexible and water-
resistant.
Water amounts, temperatures and pressures: see Chapter 9.
The heat recovery is to be connected appropriately (see drawing in Chapter
9) as defned.
The water for heat recovery must fulfll the following criteria:
pressure of up to 10 bar
pre-fltering with a mesh width of at least 0.1 mm
For water-cooled plants, the temperature of the compressed air after-cooler
of the cooling fuid heat exchanger is lowered with external cooling water.
Compressors can be supplied with the optional heat recovery system
for heating water or
for potable water (safety heat exchanger with blocking medium)
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4.7 Electrical connections
Test the correct functioning of all safety facilities (protective grounding,
protective switch etc.).
Carefully lock the control cabinet after the connection work is comple-
ted.
NOTICE
DANGER
4.6 Connection to the com-
pressed air net
Unpredictable movements of the compressed air hose!
During load switching in the compressed air net, the hose can move
suddenly and with great force. Therefore the hose must be adequately
anchored or hxed.
DANGER
We assume the existence of a professionally designed, installed and ser-
viced compressed air net.
Install an additional shut-off valve at the input of the compressed air net.
Connect the system only with a fexible compressed air hose to the com-
pressed air net. Length of the hose employed: max.1.5 m.
The unit is provided for connection to a three-phase supply system (clock-
wise). Properly dimensioned safety equipment (to protect personnel/the
unit) must be installed in the power supply lines.
All the relevant data for the connections can be found
in Chapter 9
on the nameplate of the system.
Electrical voltage!
Only trained electricians may connect the system to the electrical
supply network.
Before making the connections according to the compressor nameplate,
determine if the available supply network is adequate. Voltage deviations
greater than 10 % are not allowed.
Lay the supply cables professionally. Make certain that the installation
cannot endanger individuals or property. Take into account the necessary
cable diameters, strain relief, and max. allowed cable lengths.
Connect the system according to the circuit diagram. The circuit diagram
is provided in the control cabinet of the system.
Damage to the system is possible!
Before switching on the generation of compressed air, initial commis-
sioning according to Chapter 6 must be correctly carried out!
NOTICE
When using residual-current-operated circuit-breakers in conjunction
with a speed-controlled machine, install exclusively residual-current-
operated circuit-breakers that are suitable for this application!
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5. Displays and operating elements
5.1 Plant main switch
DANGER
5.2 Emergency OFF The system may be stopped with EMERGENCY OFF in the case of a real
emergency!
The main switch fulflls the function of the emergency stop.
Stop the motor in case of danger: press key.
The compressor main switch must be switched off for all service or
installation work and protected from illicit or accidental switching
on (e.g. afhx a warning sign to the main switch forbidding its being
turned on)!
Enable system:
1. switch main switch off and on.
2. press key to acknowledge the malfunction.
3. press key to switch the system on again.
The units main switch that is installed on the control cabinet connects or
disconnects the unit to and from the power supply.
Make sure that the shut-down system is sufhciently protected against
recommissioning!
Enable the system only when the cause of danger has been profes-
sionally removed and a securely operating state is achieved.
DANGER
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5.3 Air Control 3 (option) The operating / display desk of the Air Control 3
displays the plant states / operating data
switches on and off compressed air generation
is used for plant parameterizing.
Function keys
Modifcation of parameter values
Selection of sub-menus
Confrmation of parameter changes
Editing modes in the sub-menus
Display additional operation data.
Switch on compressor.
Integrated green LED
Blinking: compressor is not running, can at any time
be automatically started up.
Lighted: Compressor is running.
Compressor shut down.
Signals a current warning/malfunction with the inte-
grated red LED.
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Switching ON: press key .
The compressor is ready and can start up automatically at any time.
Switching OFF: press key .
For the duration of the standstill time, the compressor switches to the idling
state and afterwards off.
5.3.1 Basic display
5.3.2 ON/OFF switching of com-
pressed air generation
After switching on the main switch or during normal operation, Air Control
3 will inform you about the plant condition.
Momentarily available net pressure
at compressed air output
Momentary
compression fnal
temperature
Service or malfunction messages with
service telephone number
Current reservation of the function keys
Supplementary information:
Supplymentary information
Switching times are programmed
SymboI ashes: Compressor was switched off by
the timer
Symbol ON: Compressor was switched on by the
timer
5.3.4.4
Pressure times are programmed 5.3.4.4
Anti-freeze active, compressor does not start up. 6
RESTART Automatic restart programmed 5.3.4.2
REMOTE Remote control mode programmed
SymboI ashes: Compressor OFF
Symbol ON: n remote mode, Compressor ON
5.3.4.7
LLC MODE On-load/off-load controlled by higher-level control 5.3.4.7
AUTOMATIC
OPT.
Meaning: Display of programmed off-load running
control
Motor running
Solenoid valve open
Additional heater switched on
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5.3.3 Function key reservation
in the basic display
n the basic display, the following informative pictures can be accessed with
the function keys:
With the key and , the mode and therefore the reservation of the
function keys in the basic display can be changed.
Mode 1 = reservation 1
Plant pass
Service Capacity utilization
Lead lag control
By pressing the defned function key, the respective information screen is
opened.
The key returns to the basic display from all information screens.
Mode 2 = reservation 2
Diagram
air amounts
weekly profle
Diagram
air amounts
daily profle
Diagram
net pressure
Diagram
compression
temperature
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5.3.3.2 Service
(Mode 1 - F3)
The Service diagram shows the remaining time in hours until the respective
service interval is due.
f the remaining time is less than 100 hours until the next service, the respec-
tive bar begins to blink and a defned warning appears on the display.
Change of mode 5.3.3
Air flter
Cooling fuid flter
Cooling fuid separator
Motor lubrication
Compressor
5.3.3.1 Capacity utilization
(Mode 1 - F1)
This diagram represents the running, off-load, on-load, and standstill hours
in the form of bar diagrams. The respective current hour count is also dis-
played in the bars.
Example:
With the exception of the off-load hours, all bars are represented from the
left and growing to the right. The sum of the on-load hours and the off-load
hours yields the total service hours.
The scaling units of this diagram are according to the service hours. If the
number of the standstill hours is greater than the service hours, the bars
of the standstill hours will be cut off. In this case note the displayed hour
count in the bars.
Total service hours
On-load oad hours
Off-load hours
Standstill hours
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5.3.3.4 Compressor pass
(Mode 1 - F4)
The individual machine data stored in the compressor pass are required for
our customer service.
5.3.3.3 LLC status
(mode 1 - F3)
This display shows the status of 4 additional compressors (K2 - K4) when
one additional LLC module is used, or 8 additional compressors (K2 - K9)
when two additional LLC modules are used.
Fault and Off-load are displayed for compressors K2 - K5 (or K2 - K9)
only, if the corresponding feedback (fault and motor running) is wired to the
additional module.
On-load
Off-load
Ready for operation
Fault
This display is only available if Lead lag control was activated by select-
ing YES in the Lead lag control menu (see Chapter 5.3.4.8).
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5.3.3.8 Diagram compressed air
amounts / week proIe
(Mode 2 - F4)
n this diagram, the current process of the compressed air quantity for a
week is displayed.
5.3.3.7 Diagram compressed air
amount / day proIe
(Mode 2 - F3)
n this diagram, the current process of the compressed quantity for a day
is displayed.
5.3.3.6 Diagram naI compres-
sion temperature
(Mode 2 - F2)
n this diagram, the current process of the fnal compression temperature
is displayed.
5.3.3.5 Diagram net pressure
(Mode 2 - F1)
n this diagram, the current process of the net pressures is displayed.
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5.3.3.9 Modify diagram settings
The key X/Y-Init is for resetting the scale division for the default values
preset in X-AUTO.
The key ldeletes the recorded measurement values of the currently
displayed time diagram.
X-AUTO settings 5.3.4.6
The scale divisions of the axis can be changed by editing the axis values.
y-axis: - The values of the y-axis can be changed in every diagram.
The data in the diagram are continually updated even after
the edit function.
x-axis: - n the diagram air qty.wk., the x-axis values cannot be
changed, changes are possible in all other diagrams
- After editing the x-axis values, the diagram is no longer con-
tinually updated.
X-AUTO: - The key activates or deactivates X-AUTO
- f X-AUTO ON, the values of the x-axis are automatically
updated. The X-AUTO uses the preset default values defned
in the menu Display parameter diagrams (see Chapter
5.3.4.6).The manual editing x-axis values are deleted.
1. Selection of the axis values to be changed with the keys and
2. Confrmation of the selection with ENTER
3. Modifcation of the blinking value with and .
Moving the cursor with and .
4. Confrmation of the modifcations with ENTER.
Axis value y-axis (Max)
Axis value y-axis (Min)
Axis value x-axis (time point 1) Axis value x-axis (time point 2)
Procedure for the scale division of the axis.
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5.3.4 Menu system All basic settings of the system can be viewed in the menu system. If the
modifcations have no infuence on operational safety, they may be modifed
by means of a code entry.
After pressing the INFO key, the main menu appears requesting the code
entry.
Code 0000: View the basic settings
Code 0001: View and change basic settings
1. Modifcation of the blinking values with the keys and .
Moving the cursors with and .
Thereafter, the main menu appears with the following sub-menus:
The sub-menu can be selected with the keys and .The selection is
confrmed with ENTER.
n every operating level, will lead you to the next higher operating le-
vel.
Limit values 5.3.4.1
Operating parameters 5.3.4.2
Service intervals 5.3.4.3
Timer 5.3.4.4
Malfunction storage 5.3.4.5
Display parameter 5.3.4.6
Confguration 5.3.4.7
Lead lag control 5.3.4.8
Accessories 5.3.4.9
Diagnose 5.3.4.10
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5.3.4.1 Sub-menu Limit values This menu contains the pressure / temperature limit values:
If the Code 0001 is entered, the parameters of the sub-menu should be
changed as follows:
1. The selection of the desired menu position is carried out with the keys
and .
2. The selection is confrmed with ENTER.
3. Modifcation of the blinking value with the keys and .
Moving the cursor with and .
Start pressure Lower value for the pressure regulation Can be edited
Stop pressure Upper value for the pressure regulation Can be edited
Safety pressure Maximum permissible pressure for
malfunction triggering (always 0.8 bar
greater than stop pressure)
Display
Final compression
temperature min
Minimum permissible fnal compression
temperature
Display
Final compression
temperature max
Maximum permissible fnal compression
temperature
Display
Selection of the menu position
Modifcation of the blinking
values
ENTER Confrm selection/modifcation
Back to the next higher level
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5.3.4.2 Sub-menu
Operating parameters
This menu contains parameters which infuence the temporal regulation of
the compressor:
Operating mode Automatic
The text AUTOMATIC is displayed in the basic display. After reaching the
stop pressure, the system changes over to the off-load mode (after running
time) for the duration of the run-on time and the basic display shows the
text run-on time with the respective residual time. At the conclusion of
the run-on time, the motor switches off. The compressor can be started up
automatically at any time after falling below the start pressure.
Operating mode On-/off-load
The text ON-/OFF-LOAD is displayed in the basic display. The compres-
sor switches between on-load and off-load operation, which means that its
run-on time is unlimited.
Operating mode Automatic Optional
The text AUTOMATIC OPT. is displayed in the basic display. After reaching
the stop pressure, the system goes into the off-load mode.
After 10 and after 40 seconds the net pressure is measured.
f the pressure drops above the threshold Max. pressure drop, then the
system is in the idling state for the duration of the run-on time. In the basic
display, the text Run-on appears with the residual time as defned.
f the value lies below the threshold Max. pressure drop, then the system
switches off after completing the OFF time.
Max. no. of motor starts
f the number of the maximum possible motor starts per hour is exceeded,
then the compressor temporarily switches to the operation mode on-/off-
load.
values
Run-on time Run-on time of the motors in automatic
operation
Display
Off time Run-on time of the motor for manual swit-
ching-off delay and for automatic restart
Display
Star/delta time Star/delta time Display
Automatic restart Start after voltage return Can be edited
Operating mode: Behavior on load switching Setting range:
AUTOMATIC
ON-/OFF-LOAD
AUTOMATIC OPT.
Can be edited
Max. pressure loss Maximum pressure loss Display
Max. no. of motor
starts
Maximum switching cycles of the motor
per hour
Display
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5.3.4.3 Sub-menu
Service intervals
n this menu, all service intervals are displayed, or acknowledged after
carrying out the specifc service (see Chapter 5.3.5).
With the acknowledgement, the displayed residual time for the value of the
respective service intervals (see Chapter 8.1) is reset.
Service interval ASF Service interval air flter Display
Service interval OLF Service interval cooling fuid flter Display
Service interval OLAB Services interval cooling fuid separator Display
Service interval motor Service interval for motor lubrication Display
Service interval compr. Service interval compressor Display
Service hours Total operating hours (motor on) Display
Load hours Accumulated load hours Display
Standstill hours Accumulated standstill hours
(system on motor off)
Display
Service work
acknowledged 5.3.5
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5.3.4.4 Sub-menu Timer The adjustment of the integrated real-time clock, as well as all switching
processes dependant upon it are in this menu.
Switching times for compressor
n this menu, the switching on/off times of the compressors are defned.
Date/time Setting the current date and time
Attention: The adjustment is entered to
the real-time clock when the seconds are
confrmed with ENTER
Edit
Compressor switching
times
Branch to the sub-menu Edit
Compressor pressure
times
Branch to the sub-menu Edit
Switching times LLC Branch to the sub-menu Edit
Pressure times LLC Branch to the sub-menu Edit
For the activation of the timer, the parameter of the timer channels must be
set to ON in the highest menu line.
If the timer channel is set to ON and
if the timer clock output is activated, a clock appears in the display
if the timer output is not activated, a blinking clock appears in the dis-
play
Seven switching times with the channels K1 K7 can be programmed.
A channel is active when at least one of the weekdays is marked black. n
order to continuously activate the timer output for one or a number of days,
the switching time should be set to 00:00.
Timer clock output active:
Mo - Th 6:00 until 20:00 o'clock
Fr 6:00 until16:00 o'clock
Switching times as well as pressure times can be programmed with the
timer independently of each other.
When programming switching times, the compressor needs no longer be
manually switched on and off. This is to prevent the possibility that the
compressor might for instance start up automatically at night in order to
compensate for loss in the compressed air net.
For a limited time, values deviating from the preset limit values (see Chap-
ter 5.3.4.1) can be set for the start and stop pressure. In this way only the
minimal required operating pressure is always generated so that energy is
saved.
values
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If the timer for switching times is activated, then the compressor only
works during the switching times entered!
Adjust switching times (weekdays marked black):
1. Channel selection with the keys and
2. Confrm selection with ENTER.
3. Move the cursor to the desired weekday by using key and . (In
order to delete an already selected weekday, press key .)
4. Set the cursor with and onto the clock time and use keys and
to modify the blinking value.
5. Store the settings with the key ENTER.
Compressor pressure times
n this menu, the pressure times of the compressors are defned (increasing
pressure / decreasing pressure).
n order to activate the timer, the uppermost menu row of the parameter for
the timer channels must be set to ON.
A channel is active when at least one of the weekdays is marked black.
(For switching times adjustment: see paragraph Compressor switching
times)
The channels are searched beginning with K1 to K7 to determine whether a
channel is activated for the current clock time. f no valid channel is found,
then the settings in the menu limit values are valid. In order to activate the
timer output for one or a number of days continuously, the switching time
of 00:00 should be entered.
Switching times LLC /pressure times LLC
Switching times or pressure times can only be entered if the supplementary
module for Lead lag control (LLC) is installed in the control system.
The settings are to be carried out as described in Compressor switching
times or Compressor pressure times
NOTICE
Sa - So 0:00 until 24:00 o'clock
(= from Sa 0:00 o'clock until Su 24:00 o'clock)
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Pressure dimension Selection of the unit for the display of
the line pressure
Edit
Temperature dimension Selection of the unit for the display of
the fnal compression temperature
Edit
Language Selection of the display language Edit
Pressure offset Readjustment possibility for the net
pressure sensor
Display
Diagrams Settings for diagrams Edit
Texts Texts for the compressor pass Display
5.3.4.5 Sub-menu Fault log
5.3.4.6 Sub-menu
Display parameters
n this menu, the parameters for the output to the display are stored.
Diagrams
n this menu, the display parameters (default values X-AUTO - see Chapter
5.3.3.8) for the diagrams can be set:
Saving interval Saving interval for the recording of the line pressure, the
fnal compression temperature of the momentary delivery
quanitiy. The control system always saves the most recent
8000 values. For a saving interval of 12s (basic setting) the-
re is a logging duration of 12s x 8000 = 96000s = 26.7h
Number of
points X-auto
Number of the recorded values for function X-Auto on the
time axis at a saving interval of 12 s and up to 300 points for
X-Auto a time axis scaling of 12s x 300 = 3600s =1h
Line pressure
low
Lower scale value of the x-axis of the diagram
line pressure (see 5.3.3.4)
Line pressure
high
Upper scale value of the x-axis of the diagram
line pressure (see 5.3.3.4)
Temperature low Lower scale value of the x-axis of the diagram
Final compression temperature (see 5.3.3.5)
Temperature
high
Final compression temperature (see 5.3.3.5) (basic 120C)
Air quantity day
low
Lower scale value of the x-axis of the diagram Compressed
air quantity daily profle (see 5.3.3.6)
Air quantity day
high
Compressed air quantity daily profle (see 5.3.3.6)
Air quantity
week low
Lower scale value of the x-axis of the diagram Compressed
air quantity weekly profle (see 5.3.3.7)
Air quantity
week high
Upper scale value of the x-axis of the diagram Compressed
air quantity weekly profle (see 5.3.3.7)
n this menu you can view the last 20 services, warnings and faults with
indication of the date and time.
values
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5.3.4.7 Sub-menu
Conguration
Remote mode
Determines how the compressor is switched on or off.
Local operation: The compressor can only be switched on or off at the ope-
rating/display desk of Air Control 3.
Remote control: The compressor can be switched on or off with an electri-
cal signal or the key . n the basic display appears as the blinking text
REMOTE.
Machine type Selection of a pre-defned machine type. Display
Maximal pressure Maximum permissible machine pressure Display
Maximal air fow Delivered air quantity at maximum speed in
on-load operation
Display
Remote mode Switching on/off of the system Edit
LLC operation Operation with external base load alternate
switching
Edit
Power fail Stop Switching-off when low voltage is recognized Display
Frequency converter Settings of the frequency converter Display
Communication Settings for serial communication Display
Heating Settings of the additional heater Display
During active remote operation, the signal of the remote control must
be switched off after pressing the key .
NOTICE
LLC OK: s for the notifcation of readiness for operation of a superior control
system to the compressor. (see also LLC Operation 5.3.4.9)
LLC mode
The compressors are controlled by a higher-level control system. The
text LLC MODE (see also Remote Mode 5.3.4.9) appears in the basic
display
values
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5.3.4.8 Sub-menu
Lead lag control (LLC)
5.3.4.9 Sub-menu Accessories
This menu contains the settings for the operation as the LLC Master.
For the utilization of the function Lead lag control, Air Control 3 must be
ftted with
a supplementary module for up to 4 additional compressors
two supplementary modules for up to 8 additional compressors.
Lead lag control Parameter for the activation of the
LLC Master characteristics
(basic setting: NO)
Display
Start pressure Lower pressure threshold for
switching on a compressor
Edit
Stop pressure Upper pressure threshold for
switching off a compressor
Edit
Cut out at Percentage of master machine power,
below which slave compressors are
cut out
Edit
Cut in at Percentage of master machine power,
above which slave compressors are
cut out
Edit
Start delay Minimal time between the
switching on of two compressors
Edit
Stop delay Minimal time between the
switching off of two compressors
Edit
Changeover interval
Priority 1
Time between changeovers of LLC for
compressors having priority 1
Edit
Changeover interval
Priority 2
Edit
Changeover interval
Priority 3
Edit
Priorities Assignment of sequencing priority Edit
(see also Chapter 5.3.4.7)
Accessories module Additional module for accessories availa-
ble
Display
nput confguration Function of digital inputs Edit
Output confguration Function of digital outputs Edit
Switching times output 1 Switching times defned for accessories 1 Edit
This menu contains the settings for the connection of accessories.
To be able to utilize this function, Air Control 3 must be ftted with accesso-
ries modules.
The LLC master function may only be activated when the compressor
is actually used as master unit!
NOTICE
values
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Switching times
The switching on/off times of an accessory relay output are defned in this
menu.
For the activation of the timer, the uppermost menu row of the parameter
of the timer channels must be set to ON.
Seven switching times can be programmed with the channels K1 K7. One
channel is active when at least one of the weekdays is marked black.
For adjustment of the switching times, see paragraph Compressor switch-
ing times Chapter 5.3.4.4.
n order to continually activate the timer output for one or a number of days,
set the switching time to 00:00.
Input conguration
The inputs 1 to 8 can be used in order to switch the compressor to malfunc-
tion or warning.
Mo - Th 8:00 until 18:00 o'clock
Fr. 8:00 until 14:00 o'clock
5.3.4.10 Sub-menu Diagnosis This menu describes the current states of digital inputs and outputs.
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A warning is present when the red light is blinking.
The compressor is not switched off.
The display contains the additional information:
blinking symbol warning triangle
type of warning
telephone number of the service hotline
5.3.5 Warnings / maintenance
NOTICE
Necessary maintenance work appear as warnings.
AcknowIedge these warnings onIy when the dened maintenance work
has actually been carried out!
Maintenance work not carried out degrades the service life and re-
liability of the system. Please note that damage because of improper
usage might invalidate the warranty!
Only original spare parts may be used.
Information on service: see Chapter 8.
Services work acknowledged:
1. As described in Chapter 5.3.4, call up the main menu and then the sub-
menu Maintenance schedule.
2. Select the maintenance work to be carried out using keys and .
3. Press key to acknowledge the service.
4. By double clicking key you will return to the basic display.
What to do for specifc warnings/maintenance work is described in
Chapter 8.
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5.3.6 Malfunctions A malfunction has occurred when the red light is permanently on.
The compressor is stopped automatically.
n addition, the display also shows:
blinking symbol tool key
type of malfunction
telephone number of the service hotline
Malfunctions can only be acknowledged when the cause has been profes-
sionally repaired. Troubleshooting and repair should be done exclusively
by qualifed personnel!
Fault messages acknowledged:
1. press key .
2. press key in order to restart the compressed air generation.
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The display contrast of the control was selected so that it ensures optimum
readability under nearly all operating conditions. If it is nevertheless required
to adjust the contrast under certain conditions (e.g. unfavourable lighting
conditions, direct sun light), follow the steps below:
5.3.7 Adjustment of the display
contrast
2. Open the control cabinet/control box of the compressor.
3. At the rear of the control you can see a small opening at the top.
1. Make sure that the compressor is disconnected from the power
supply by actuating the master switch.
DANGER
Insert a small plain slot screwdriver through this opening to reach the ad-
justment screw for correcting the contrast.
4. To increase the contrast, slightly turn clockwise; by turning counter-clo-
ckwise, you reduce the contrast.
5. Close the control cabinet/control box before recommissioning.
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5.4 Air Control 1 The operating / display desk of Air Control 1
displays the compressor states / operating data
switches on and off compressed air generation
is used for compressor parameterizing.
Modifcation of parameter values
Confrmation of parameter changes
Display additional operating data.
Switch on compressor.
Integrated green LED
Blinking: compressor is not running, can at any time
be automatically started up.
Lighted: Compressor is running.
Compressor shut down.
Signals a current warning/malfunction with the inte-
grated red LED.
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Instead of the current compressor temperature you can also have the cur-
rent cooling fuid temperature displayed: Press key . For viewing further
operating data, see Chapter 5.4.3.
5.4.1 Basic display After switching on the main switch or during normal operation, Air Control
1 will inform you about the compressor state.
Current pressure
Warning present (see Chapter 5.4.5)
Motor is running
Compressor compresses air
Fault is present (see Chapter 5.4.6)
RESTART Automatic restart after power supply is activated
AUTOMATIC Operating mode Automatic or Automatic optional
REMOTE - Flashing: Generation of compressed air ON/
OFF by remote switch
- Continuous: Generation of compressed air con-
trolled by higher-level control
Current compressor temperature
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5.4.2 ON/OFF switching of com-
pressed air generation
5.4.3 Viewing additional opera-
ting data
Switching ON: press key .
The compressor is ready and can start up automatically at any time.
Press the INFO key repeatedly to view the following operating data in the
order below.
Switching OFF: press key .
For the duration of the off time, the compressor switches to the off-load
state and afterwards off.
The compressor starts up only when
the current line pressure falls below the start pressure and
the compressor temperature is at least 1 C.
During the switching-off process, the unit frst changes over to the off-load
mode (motor running, but compressor does not compress air; a fashing
point appears in the display) for the duration of the off time (45 s). Only
then is the unit switched off (motor stops).
Operating data
1x Start pressure in bar. The compressor starts up as soon as the line
pressure falls below this value.
2x Stop pressure in bar. The unit changes over to the off-load mode as
soon as the line pressure increases above this value.
3x Safety pressure in bar (= stop pressure + 0.8 bar). When this safety
pressure is reached, the compressor shuts down and an error mes-
sage is output.
4x min. permissible compressor temperature
5x max. permissible compressor temperature
6x Total running hours
7x On-load hours
8x Remaining service life of air flter
9x Remaining service life of cooling fuid and cooling fuid flter
10x Remaining service life of fne separator
11x Remaining service life of motor lubrication
12x Time remaining until compressor must be serviced
Display of faults/warnings is deactivated!
As long as the operating data above are viewed, no fault messages
or warning can be output. This screen should therefore be exited as
soon as possible.
NOTICE
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All basic settings of the system can be viewed in the menu system. If the
modifcations have no infuence on operational safety, they may be modifed
by means of a code entry.
Unit parameterisation 5.4.4.1
Basic parameterisation 5.4.4.2
Available code numbers
5.4.4.3 bis 5.4.4.13
5.4.4.1 Unit parameterisation The unit can only be parameterised, when the generation of compressed
air is switched off. See Chapter 5.4.2.
Parameters allow the unit to be adjusted to your specifc requirements. To
this end, Air Control 1 must be switched to the parameterisation mode.
The individual parameters can be selected with a code and then changed.
A description of available code numbers can be found in Chapters 5.4.4.3
to 5.4.4.13.
2. Now select the required code by means of keys and .
3. Press ENTER to activate the code. Air Control 1 changes to the frst
sub-level.
With some codes, several parameters can be entered one after the other.
In these cases, simply press key ENTER to select the subsequent param-
eter.
4. Use keys and to change the current setting of the selected code
according to your requirements.
5. Press key ENTER to take over the new settings or press key to leave
the setting unchanged and return to the next higher level.
Paremeterisation procedure:
1. Press key until the message cod appears in the display. Air Control
1 is now at the main level of the parameterisation mode.
Code
(fashing)
5.4.4 Menu system
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5.4.4.2 Basic parameterisation The unit can only be parameterised, when the generation of compressed
air is switched off. See Chapter 5.4.2.
The basic parameterisation prepares the unit for operation.
1. Press key until the message cod appears in the display.
2. Select code 11 by means of keys and and press key ENTER.
3. Press key INFO.
Air Control 1 now shows the start pressure. The compressor compresses
air as soon as the line pressure falls below this value. Possible adjust-
ment range: 3.5 to maximum pressure of the unit.
4. Adjust the required start pressure using keys and confrm the
setting by pressing key ENTER.
5. Press key INFO.
Stop pressure (fashing)
Start pressure (fashing)
Code (fashing)
Air Control 1 shows the stop pressure. The compressor changes over
to off-load operation as soon as the line pressure exceeds this value.
Possible adjustment range: 3.5 to maximum pressure of the unit.
The stop pressure must be higher than the start pressure!
6. Select the required parameter value using keys and and confrm
the setting by pressing key ENTER.
7. Press key to complete the basic parameterisation.
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5.4.4.3 Code 2: Operating mode Determines how the unit is to respond when the start or stop pressure
is reached. Both limit values are set during basic parameterisation (see
Chapter 5.4.4.2).
0: Automatic.
The symbol Automatic appears in the display.
The motor starts up and the compressor compresses air (= on-load
operation), as soon as the line pressure falls below the start pressure.
The unit changes over to off-load operation (motor running, but the
compressor does not compress air), as soon as the line pressure ex-
ceeds the stop pressure. As soon as the off-load phase starts, the off
time elapses (for the parameterisation, see Code 51 Chapter. 5.4.4.9).
The motor stops after the off time.
1: On-/off-load
The symbol Automatic is not shown in the display.
n contrast to the automatic operating mode, the motor never stops run-
ning. The compressor compresses air as soon as the line pressure falls
below the start pressure. The unit changes over to off-load operation
(motor is running, but the compressor does not compress air), as soon
as the line pressure rises above the stop pressure.
2: Automatic optional
The symbol Automatic and an additional dot before the temperature
are shown in the display.
Similar to the automatic mode. Here, the user has an infuence on how
often the motor stops. To this end, the parameters maximum pressure
loss (adjustment range 0.0 to 9.9 bar) and max. number of motor starts
(adjustment range 1 to 55 cycles/hour) are queried additionally.
Function Max. pressure loss:
When the unit changes over from on-load to off-load operation, Air
Control 1 saves the current line pressure after 10 and after 40 seconds.
If the pressure loss thus established is higher than the Max. pressure
loss, the motor shuts down after the off time has elapsed (parameteri-
sation with code 51, see Chapter 5.4.4.9), otherwise after the off time
(45 s).
Function Max. number of motor starts:
The motor is not switched off after the off time elapsed, when the
number of starting cycles of the compressor exceeds the Max. number
of motor starts.
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5.4.4.4 Code 3: Automatic re-
start after power failure
Determines whether the generation of compressed air is to restart automati-
cally after a mains power failure.
0: Automatic restart: OFF
The generation of pressure remains deactivated after a power failure.
The fault message power fail is output.
1: Automatic restart: ON
When this function is activated, the display shows the symbol re-
start.
If the generation of pressure was activated before the power failure
occured, the unit restarts automatically after the off time. n this case,
the fault message power fail is not output. If the generation of pressure
was deactivated before the power failure, it remains deactivated.
5.4.4.5 Code 8: Local control,
remote control, LLC-OK
Determines, how the generation of pressure is to be switched on and off.
0: Local control
The generation of compressed air can only be switched on or off from
the control panel of Air Control 1.
1: Remote control
The generation of compressed air can be switched on only by way of a
positive edge (24 VDC) at terminal 23 and switched off only by means of
a low level (0 V) at terminal 23 or by pressing key . This functionality
is signalled on the display of Air Control 1 by a fashing text Remote.
If the -key is locally operated on the unit, the unit switches off after
45 seconds and, for safety reasons, can only be restarted by remote
control after the -key was operated locally (acknowledgement). This
also applies to a start via PLANT CONTROL V/T.
2: LLC-OK
The input at terminal 23 is used to signal the readiness for operation
of an external control. The external control can only be switch between
on-load and off-load operation when a high level (24 VDC) is applied
(see code 18, value 1, Chapter 5.4.4.7). When a low level is applied,
LLC operation is automatically switched off and the internal pressure
sensor used.
5.4.4.6 Code 11: Start and stop
pressure
Determination of the start and stop pressures; for the procedure, see Chap-
ter 5.4.4.2
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5.4.4.7 Code 18: Lead leg con-
trol (LLC)
Determines whether the changeover between on-load and off-load opera-
tion is to be controlled by the internal pressure senor or by a higher-level
control.
0: Changing over between on-load/off-load operation by internal pres-
sure sensor
1: Changing over between on-load/off-load operation by external
control (e.g. PLC)
On-load operation when a high level (24 VDC) is applied to terminal 22.
Off-load operation when a low level (0 V) is applied to terminal 22. This
functionality is signaled by the text remote that appears continuously
in the display of Air Control 1.
5.4.4.8 Code 21: Maintenance
acknowledgement
s used for acknowledging a maintenance warning currently present: For
the meaning of maintainence numbers and acknowledgement of warnings,
see Chapter 5.4.5.
NOTICE
Possible damage to the unit!
Required maintenance work is signalled in the form of warnings.
Acknowledge these warning only, when the required maintenance has
actually been carried out!
If the unit is not serviced, its service life and reliability are reduced.
Please note that damage resulting from improper handling is not cov-
ered by the warranty!
Use only genuine spare parts.
More information about servicing can be found in Chapter 8.
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5.4.4.10 Code 65: Condensate
valve
s used for adjusting the impulse and break times of the condensate val-
ve.
0: Impulse time
Duty cycle of the condensate valve
1: Break time
Off time of the condensat valve
5.4.4.9 Code 51: Off-load, off,
star/delta time
0: Off-load time
Adjustment range: 10 - 1200 s. Operation in conjunction with Code
2 (operating mode). Is used in the operating modes Automatic and
Automatic optional.
1: Off time
Adjustment range: 0 - 60 s. The factory setting of 45 s should be retained.
During the off time, the motor is running in the idle mode; no compressed
air is generated. The off time elapses
- when key is pressed for switching off
- according to the Automatic optional mode
When the function Automatic restart after power failure is selected,
the start-up of the motor is delayed for the set time of standstill.
2: Star/delta time
Adjustment range: 3 - 30 s. Determines after which time changing over is
to take place from star to delta circuit when the motor is switched on.
The relevant times can be entered successively at operating levels 0 to 2.
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5.4.4.11 Code 90: Unit for pres-
sure indication
Determines the unit for the pressure indication:
0: bar
1: MPa
2: psi
5.4.4.12 Code 95: Unit for tempe-
rature indication
Determines the unit for the temperature indication:
0: Degree Celsius (C)
1: Degree Fahrenheit (F)
2: Kelvin (K)
5.4.4.13 Code 9999: Software
version
Indicates the software version of Air Control 1.
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Acknowledge maintenance work:
1. Press key (ca. 3 sec.) until the message cod appears in the dis-
play.
2. Select Code 21 using keys and .
3. Press ENTER, then .
A warning is present when the red light is blinking.
The compressor is not switched off.
The following is displayed:
5.4.5 Warnings / maintenance
work
Meaning of maintenance numbers:
2 Excessive fnal compression temperature
3 Excessive line pressure
11 Remaining time until air flter is to be serviced < 100 h
12 Remaining time until cooling fuid / cooling fuid flter is to be serviced
< 100 h
13 Remaining time until fne separator is to be serviced < 100 h
14 Remaining time until motor is to be lubricated < 100 h
15 Remaining time until compressor is to be serviced < 100 h
Maintenence number
(fashing)
Symbol for warnings
(fashing)
NOTICE
Necessary service work appears in the form of warnings.
AcknowIedge these warnings onIy when the dened service work has
actually been carried out!
Service work not carried out degrades the service life reliability of the
system. Please note that damage caused by improper usage is not
covered by the warranty!
Only original spare parts may be used.
Information on service: see Chapter 8.
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5.4.6 Malfunctions Malfunction has occurred when the red light is permanently on.
The compressor is stopped automatically.
The following is shown in the display:
Meaning of fault numbers and texts:
1 Par Incorrect pressure setpoints
2 EPROM Incorrect setting parameters
3 Lo AC Undervoltage
4 No AC Power failure
5 OEFEC Air Control 1 defective
6 Emerg EMERGENCY OFF actuated
7 Rotat Wrong direction of rotation
8 Mot t Excessive motor temperature
9 Hi cur Overcurrent
10 Hi P Overpressure
11 Dif P Differential pressure of fne separator
12 Se t Sensor for fnal compression temperature
13 Se oil Sensor for cooling fuid temperature
14 Se P Pressure sensor
15 Hi t Excessive fnal compression temperature
16 Hi P Excessive line pressure
Fault number
(fashing)
Symbol of malfunction
(fashing)
Fault text
alternates with the fnal
compression temperature
Malfunctions can only be acknowledged when the cause has been profes-
sionally repaired. Troubleshooting and repair should be done exclusively
by qualifed personnel!
Acknowledge fault messages:
1. press key .
2. press key in order to restart the compressed air generation.
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The display contrast of the control was selected so that it ensures optimum
readability under nearly all operating conditions. If it is nevertheless required
to adjust the contrast under certain conditions (e.g. unfavourable lighting
conditions, direct sun light), follow the steps below:
5.4.7 Adjustment of the display
contrast
2. Open the control cabinet/control box of the compressor.
3. At the rear of the control you can see a small opening at the top.
1. Make sure that the compressor is disconnected from the power
supply by actuating the master switch.
DANGER
Insert a small plain slot screwdriver through this opening to reach the ad-
justment screw for correcting the contrast.
4. To increase the contrast, slightly turn clockwise; by turning counter-clo-
ckwise, you reduce the contrast.
5. Close the control cabinet/control box before recommissioning.
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6. Correcting malfunctions
Error Cause Measures
Compression temperature
too high (red lamp is on)
Silencing hood not closed Check and secure sound-insulation
hood
ntake or ambient temperature
too high
Ventilate compressor room
Cooling air inlet or outlet blocked Make suffcient room
Cooling fuid flter fouled Renew cooling fuid flter
nsuffcient cooling fuid Add cooling fuid
External cooling fuid heat exchanger
fouled!
Attention: Cooler screw should
always be worked with a counter
wrench; keep from applying torque to
the cooler
Clean with compressed air. In the
case of extensive fouling: disassemble
cooler and clean with high pressure
cleaner.
Attention: Danger of short circuit!
Do not put electrical elements under
power
Line pressure falls Compressed air consumption
greater than delivery quantity
of the compressor
A compressor with larger delivery
quantity is required
Air flter is fouled Replace air flter
Relief valve blows air during compres-
sion
Check relief valve; if necessary,
replace seals
Suction regulator does not open Check solenoid valve regulator
spool and if necessary, replace
Leakage in the pipework Make pipework airtight
System pressure
released by safety valve
Line pressure set too high Adjust line pressure anew
Safety valve defective Check safety valve; if necessary,
exchange
Minimum pressure valve blocked Exchange solenoid valve
Cooling fuid separator cartridge
fouled
Exchange cooling fuid separator
cartridge
Malfunction over-
pressure or line pressure
too high (red lamp is on)
Cooling fuid separator fouled Replace cooling fuid separator
Higher external pressure in the
compressed air net
Equalize outside pressure or remove
from net
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Error Cause Measures
Compressor does not
start automatically or
does not deliver air after
previous switching off
upon reaching the fnal
pressure or from off-load
state.
Net pressure set too high Adjust net pressure anew
Interruption in the control current
circuit
Check electric circuit for interruption
(only by a trained electrician)
Ambient temperature under +1 C;
message "CooIing uid
temperature too low
nstall an additional heater or keep
compressor room at right temperature
Switching times have been activated
in Air Control 3
Check switching times and pressure
times in Air Control
System does not start on
pressing the start button
Line pressure greater than start
pressure
Note line pressure value
Remote control activated Symbol remote is blinking
Missing voltage at the compressor Check if voltage is applied
Electrical error in the control system Inspect (only by an trained electrician)
Switching times have been activated
in Air Control 3
Check switching times
in the Air Control 3
Compressed air
containing large amount
of cooling fuid (cooling
fuid consumption too
great)
Cooling fuid return fow piping
is congested
Clean cooling fuid feedback piping
Defective cooling fuid separator Replace cooling fuid separator
System stopped before
reaching the fnal pressure
(red lamp is on)
Overtemperature or overpressure Rectify error as required
Interruption in the control current loop Check current loop
(only by a trained electrician)
Water in the piping net Dryer switched off Switch on dryer
Condensation diverter
is not functioning
Clean / exchange drain
Bypass open Close bypass
Dew point too high Demand customer service
Pressure decline Pressure differential in the flter
too great
Exchange flter
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7. Initial commissioning
7.2 Check cooIing uid
level
7.1 Preparatory activities 1. Make certain that when the compressor main switch is switched off, no
illicit or inadvertent switching on can occur.
2. Check all fttings of the compressor. f required, retighten the fttings!
3. Make certain that the system is correctly connected to the compressed
air net. Make certain that when the shut-off valve on the pressure net
side is closed, illicit or inadvertent opening cannot occur.
7.3 Start-up lubrication of the
compressor stage
After an extended standstill time, for example between factory delivery
and commissioning or during a longer company vacation, there might no
longer be any cooling fuid in the rotor chamber of the air end. This cooling
fuid is absolutely necessary for bearing and rotor lubrication in the start-up
phase.
Check cooling fuid level/
cooling fuid refll 8.3
If no extra cooling fuid is available (only cooling fuid of the same variety may
be employed!), the cooling fuid can be taken from the cooling fuid drain.
If the system is employed only very irregularly or shut down weeks on end,
it should run an hour in the off-load mode once a week in order to avoid
corrosion damage caused by standing condensation.
1. Before switching the compressor on, fll approx. 0.5 litres cooling fuid
into the compressor stage.
2. Rotate the air end only by hand in the correct direction of rotation until
the noticeable resistance dwindles and the cooling fuid passes through
the air end.
1. Make certain that escaping cooling fuid can be collected.
2. Check the cooling fuid level on the sight-glass: The sight-glass must
be completely wetted with cooling fuid. Loosen the flling screw. Do not
lose the seal ring. With new compressors, the cooling fuid level must
be at the lower edge of the fller neck.
3. f required, refll cooling fuid (see Chapter 8 Check cooling fuid
level /refll cooling fuid)
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3. Switch the system on with key Switch the system off again with the
, when the ventilator starts running.
n order to supply the system with suffcient cooling air, the rotational direction
of the ventilator motors must concur with the rotational direction arrow.
n the case of incorrect rotational direction of the compressor ventilators,
a trained electrician should correct the phase sequence of the electrical
supply in the switching cabinet by exchanging the two supply phases. This
should be carried out in a switched-off state secured against accidental
switching on.
7.4 Rotational direction control The rotational direction of the compressor ventilators must be checked.
The rotational direction of the main motor is determined by the frequency
converter and must conform with the affxed rotational direction arrow.
1. Remove the cover panels of the system, so that the electric motor of
the ventilator is visible.
2. Switch the compressor main switch on.
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7.5 Basic settings n order to understand compressor basics, please read the chapter 5 Com-
pressor operating elements .
7.5.1 Controlling the unit
by means of Air Control 3
More precise instructions on the basic settings of the system can be found
in the following chapters :
Chapter 5.3 Air Control 3,
Chapter 5.3.1 Basic display
Chapter 5.3.4 Menu system
The display parameters
pressure dimension,
temperature dimension,
language
can be modifed as described in position 5.3.4.6.
The limit values
start pressure
stop pressure
can be modifed as described in position 5.3.4.1.
f your Air Control 3 has been ftted with the supplementary module LLC,
carry out settings as in point 5.3.4.7 5.3.4.9 of the description.
f your Air Control 3 has been ftted with the supplementary module acces-
sories, carry out settings as in point 5.3.4.10 of the description.
7. Initial commissioning
7.5.2 Controlling the unit
by means of Air Control 1
For more detailed instructions with regard to the basic settings of the unit,
please refer to:
Chapter 5.4, Air Control 1,
Chapter 5.4.1, Basic display
Chapter 5.4.4, Menu system
Please set the display parameters as described in the following chapters:
Pressure unit, Chapter 5.4.4.11
Temperature unit, Chapter 5.4.4.12
The limit values for
start pressure and
stop pressure
can be set as described in the section Basic parametersation, Chapter
5.4.4.2.
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1. Before switching on the system, make certain that no one can be en-
dangered by doing so. The sound-insulation hood serves as a part of
the contact protection, among other things for the cooling air conduits
of the compressor plant. It must be closed during operation.
2. Carefully open the shut-off valve after the compressed air connector
and between system compressed air net (receiver). The system is now
connected to the net.
3. Switch on the main switch.
4. Make certain that no tools or loose objects are lying on or in the sys-
tem.
5. Press key to switch on the compressed air generation.
The green LED in key lights up when the compressor is working.
Check on the operating display desk for the line pressure.
The line pressure will slowly rise if the compressed air consumption is less
than the quantities delivered by the compressors.
7.6 Switch on compressed air
generation
1. Check all piping of cooling liquids and pressure air conduits for leak-
age.
2. Check the cooling fuid level of the compressors after 10 and before 20
minutes operation time. f the cooling fuid level is too low, refll cooling
fuid as defned in Chapter 8 Check cooling fuid level /cooling fuid
refll.
3. Check the compressor temperature. The compressor temperature
should neither remain below approx. 75 C nor exceed 105 C; at 105
C a warning is output, at 110 C the compressor is automatically shut
down.
We recommend:
the use of mineral oil or synthetic oil at fnal compression temperatures
between 75 and 90C
the use of synthetic oil at fnal compression temperatures higher
than 90C
4. Re-tighten all electrical connections after a week.
5. Carry out all service intervals according to Chapter 8 Overview of
maintenance intervals.
6. Check the standard operation of the functions carried out weekly ac-
cording to Chapter 8 Overview of maintenance intervals
7.7 Concluding activities
The green LED blinks when the compressor is ready for operation.
The compressor switches on automatically when
the current line pressure drops below the preset start pressure
of the compressor, if
the machine temperature rises above +1 C,
the timer of Air Control 3 is active,
or the Lead lag control (LLC) is activated.
On blinking green LED, the compressor can start by itself at any
time!
DANGER
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1. Press key in order to switch off compressed air generation. Please
wait until the compressor has been switched off after a run-on or venti-
lation phase. The symbol M for the main motor is then no longer visible
in the display.
2. Switch the compressor main switch off and make certain that it cannot
be turned on by mistake or intentionally (e.g. warning signs prohibiting
switching).
8.2 Preparatory activities
8. Service
8.1 Overview
Maintenance intervals
Necessary service work appears in the display as warnings (see Chapter
5.3.5 or 5.4.5)
Preparatory activities 8.2
Check cooling fuid level / refll coo-
ling fuid 8.3
Check for leakage 8.4
Check the compressor
temperature 8.5
Check the cooler for fouling 8.6
Check for condensate 8.7
Replace cooling fuid / Replace
cooling fuid flter 8.8
Replace cooling fuid separator 8.9
Replace air flter 8.10
Check safety valve 8.11
Check drive 8.12
Lubrication of electric motor 8.13
Concluding activities 8.14
Hot surfaces - hot cooling huid!!
Make certain, with appropriate precaution, that no one can be burned
or scalded! Particularly note dangerous situations which can arise
from the release of hot cooling huid steam!
DANGER
NOTICE
Use only original spare parts!
* The motor lubrication intervals are 20 000 hours for the entire series.
** The specifed replacement intervals are relevant for:
normal industrial atmosphere
fnal compression temperature of approx. 85C
When ALUP synthetic oil is used, the replacement intervals for both coolant and the coolant
flter is extended to 4000 hours
This interval is relevant for:
normal industrial atmosphere
fnal compression temperature of approx. 85C
Use of ALUB Syn S synthetic oil
Oil analysis after 2000 hours
Service activities Chapter After the
rst 100
operating
hours
After the
rst 500
operating
hours
Every
week
Every 2000
operating h.
but at least
once a year
Check cooling fuid level 8.3
Check for leakage 8.4
Check compressor
temperature
8.5
Check cooler
for fouling
8.6
Check for
condensate
8.7
Replace cooling fuid
and cooling fuid flter**
8.8
Replace cooling liquid
separator**
8.9
Replacing air flter** 8.10
Check safety valve 8.11
Check drive 8.12
Lubrication of motor 8.13
*
General compressor
servicing
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8.3 Check cooIing uid IeveI /
reII cooIing uid
Only check the cooling fuid level when the system has been turned off
for a minimum of 30 minutes. This is to ensure that the cooling fuid has
settled down after the running phase.
The cooling fuid level is in order if the complete sight glass is full of
cooling fuid.
Carry out the Preparatory activities
f the complete sight glass is not full of cooling fuid, cooling fuid must be
added as follows:
1. Unscrew the fller screw. Do not misplace the gasket ring.
2. Use an appropriate funnel for flling. Cooling fuid can be flled up to the
flling rim of the ftting.
3. Take care that the seal is correctly seated and screw the ftting screw
closed.
Carry out the Concluding activities.
Damage to the system by using different cooIing uids!
Different cooIing uids must not be mixed. OnIy use originaI cooIing
uid!
NOTICE
3. Remove the side panels of the system.
4. Make certain that the pressure net side shut-off valve is closed and
cannot be opened accidentally or intentionally.
5. Make certain that when working on the cooling fuid circulation, escaping
cooling fuid is collected.
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8. Service
8.6 Check the cooler for fou-
ling
Carry out the Preparatory activities.
Check the compressed air after-cooler and the cooling fuid heat exchanger
from the inside and outside. f you determine any fouling, it should be re-
moved (e.g. by compressed air blowing, where the dirt particles should be
blown outside).
Check all piping and the bottom of the system for cooling fuid rests. f there
is still cooling fuid in the system, the cause should be found and the cooling
fuid removed.
The compressor temperature, which can be viewed in the display, should
be between 75 C and 105 C.
8.4 Check for leakage
8.5 Check the compressor
temperature
Too high or too low compressor temperature can lead to damages to
the compressor.
NOTICE
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8.7 Check for condensate The absorption capacity of water humidity in the air
falls with increasing pressure
rises with increasing temperature.
Suffciently high compressor temperature guarantees that the intake air hu-
midity does not precipitate as condensation. Frequent switching on and off
of the compressor can result in the compressor not achieving the required
operating temperature.
Condensation in the cooIing uid circuIation can Iead to damages to
the compressor. If you have determined that there is condensation in
the seperator tank, immediately get in touch with after-sales service!
Condensation damages are not covered by the warranty!
Since water is heavier than cooling fuid, after extended standstill times (e.g.
on a weekend) the condensate collects in the bottom of the seperator tanks.
It can be simply drained off by the discharge drain.
Carry out the following activities only when the system has been turned
off at least overnight.
1. Open the drain and carefully observe the escaping liquid. Close the
drain again as soon as cooling fuid appears.
2. Check the cooling fuid level according to Chapter 8.3.
NOTICE
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8. Service
Hot surfaces - hot cooling huid!
With appropriate precautions, make certain you are not burned or
scalded!
8.8 CooIing uid repIacement /
repIacing cooIing uid Iter
Replace the cooling fuid only when the old cooling fuid is still warm. Cold
cooling fuid, because of its higher viscosity, does not fow so well.
1. Unscrew the fller screw. Do not misplace the gasket ring.
2. By opening the drain, allow the cooling fuid to drain into an appropriate
vessel and then close the drain again.
Damage to the system can be caused by different cooIing uids!
Different cooIing uids must not be mixed.
DANGER
NOTICE
63
3. Use an appropriate funnel for flling. Cooling fuid can be flled up to the
flling rim of the ftting.
4. Take care that the seal is correctly seated and screw the ftting screw
closed.
5. Loosen the cooling fuid flter with a strap wrench and remove possible
seal rests from the cooling fuid flter housing.
6. Lightly oil the new seal of the cooling fuid flters.
7. Screw the new cooling fuid flter to the stop and tighten the cooling fuid
flter by hand another half a revolution.
8. Test the cooling fuid flter for leakage at operating temperature .
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8.9 RepIacing cooIing uid se-
parator
1. Loosen the cooling fuid separator using a strap wrench. Remove pos-
sible seal rests from the cooling fuid separator housing.
2. Lightly oil the new seal(s) of the separator.
3. Screw the new cooling fuid separator in to the stop. Tighten the cooling
fuid flter by hand another half a revolution.
4. Test the cooling fuid separator for leakage at operating temperature.
8. Service
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8.10 RepIacing air Iter
Damage to the system by intake dust!
The system must not be operated without an air Iter.
1. Remove or screw off the old air flter
2. nsert the new air flter
8.11 Check safety valve Carry out the Preparatory activities.
1. Remove the safety valve and remove residues at the threaded connec-
tion.
2. Check the safety valve in an appropriate apparatus.
3. f it is still working correctly, add sealing tape to the connecting thread
of the safety valves and screw the safety valve back in.
4. If the adequate functionality of the old safety valves can no longer be
guaranteed, screw in a safety valve.
NOTICE
66
8.12 Check drive
8.13 Relubrication of the elec-
tric motor
1. Test manually whether the coupling might have some radial play.
2. f so, loosen the cam ring of the coupling, push it back, and replace the
coupling element.
3. Mount the cam ring again on the coupling half and test manually whether
the coupling now has no more radial play.
1. The bearing lubrication periods for the electric motor, which appear on
the operating display desk, must be observed.
2. Carry out the required relubrication with a grease gun.
f there are no grease nipples on the electric motor, then it is equipped with
capsulated permanently greased bearings. These motor bearings must be
replaced when they are worn out.
8. Service
67
1. Open the stopcock slowly on the pressure net side.
2. Switch the compressor main switch on.
3. Make certain that no tools or loose objects are lying on or in the sys-
tem.
4. Press key to switch the compressor on.
5. Check all cooling liquids and compressed air piping for leakage
6. Check all new cartridges or newly mounted pressurized components
for leakage at operating temperature.
7. Finally mount the side panels of the system.
8. Confrm the maintenance work carried out by you in accordance with
Chapter 5.3.5 for Air Control 3 or 5.4.5 for Air Control 1.
9. Used flter cartridges, lubricants, seals, excess condensate and em-
ployed cleaning materials should be considered hazardous waste and
disposed of in an environmently friendly way.
8.14 Concluding activities
Only acknowledge those services actually carried out!
Services not carried out degrade the service life reliability of the
system. Please note that damages caused by improper usage are not
covered by the guarantee!
Service work acknowledged 7.1
NOTICE
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9. Technical Data
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9.2 Data air-cooled compressors
9.3 Electrical data
I
N
= Nominal current I
Fuse
= backup fuse in building
9.1 Dimensions for connections
Compressor Weight
kg
Cooling air
amounts
m
3
/h
Intake air
opening
m
2
Diameter exhaust
air canal
m
2
ALLEGRO 16 387 3.300 0,40 0,37
ALLEGRO 20 387 3.300 0,40 0,37
ALLEGRO 24 405 3.300 0,40 0,37
ALLEGRO 28 405 3.300 0,40 0,37
ALLEGRO 32 545 3.300 0,40 0,37
ALLEGRO 38 555 6.000 0,40 0,60
Compressor L
mm
B
mm
H
mm
CooIing uid
IIing
l
Compressed
air connection
G
ALLEGRO 16 1.270 795 1.170 8 1
ALLEGRO 20 1.270 795 1.170 8 1
ALLEGRO 24 1.270 795 1.170 8 1
ALLEGRO 28 1.270 795 1.170 8 1
1
/
2
ALLEGRO 32 1.540 795 1.170 17 1
1
/
2
ALLEGRO 38 1.540 795 1.170 17 1
1
/
2
Compressor Motor
power
kW
Currant at
400 V / 50 Hz
I
N
A
I
Fuse
A gL
ALLEGRO 16 16 34 50
ALLEGRO 20 20 41 50
ALLEGRO 24 24 46 63
ALLEGRO 28 28 59 80
ALLEGRO 32 32 55 80
ALLEGRO 38 38 65 100
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10. Service manual
Compressor type:
Unit number:
Please quote on queries, orders and correspondence.
Motor number:
Vessel number:
Date of commissioning:
Your ALUP service:
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* CooIant Iter / intake Iter / seperator Iter
Coolant change Filter change*
Operating
hours
Date Name Operating
hours
Date Type of Iter Name
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10. Service manual
Further maintenance and repair work
Operating
hours
Date Spare parts Name
73
Operating
hours
74
10. Service manual
Operating
hours
75
Operating
hours
D
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Tel.: +49/7024/802-0
Fax: +49/7024/802-106
Internet: www.alup.com
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