Howden Blower Method Statement

Operation and Maintenance
Manual – KA10SV-GL210 v1.0

01 – Operation
NEF10116 – Jubail Industrial City
Project: NEF10116 Jubail Industrial City Our reference: LSC

Serial No.: 10116, 10117, 10118 Date: November 2020
Howden Turbo, Allégade 4, DK-3000 Helsingoer, Denmark.
Web: www.howden.com
Compressor: KA10SV-GL210
Project: NEF10116 Jubail Industrial City
Date: November 2020
Howden Turbo GmbH

Hessheimer Strasse 2
D-67227 Frankenthal (Pfalz – Germany)
Tel.: +49 6233 85 0 · Fax: +49 6233 85 2548
http://www.howden.com
Communication regarding this instruction to:
Howden Turbo
Allegade 4
DK - 3000 Helsingør, Denmark
Tel.: +45 49 21 14 00 Fax: +45 49 21 52 25
Copyright: The concepts and information contained in this document are the property of Howden.
Use or copying of this document in whole or in part without the written permission of Howden
constitutes an infringement of copyright.
Disclaimer of Liability: We have checked the contents of this manual with the equipment
described. Since deviations cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full agreement.
However, the data in this manual are reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections included in
subsequent editions. Suggestions for improvements are welcomed.
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Project: NEF10116 Jubail
Date: November 2020
GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Make sure that this Operations Manual is at the disposal of everybody who is involved in
operation, maintenance and repairs and that the contents have been understood.
If the operating instructions in this Operations Manual are not observed, the result may be function
interruptions and damages to the system as well as personal injuries, for which the manufacturer
does not undertake any responsibility.
By unprofessional treatment of equipment and components there will be a risk of personal injury.
The Operations Manual and the compressor handbook contain the necessary information for the
correct use of the functions described. They are intended for qualified personnel.
Qualified personnel in connection with the safety instructions in this Operations Manual is
 either projecting personnel who is familiar with the safety regulations of automation technology
 or personnel who has been instructed in handling automation technology equipment as

operational personnel and who knows the contents of the documentation related to the
operation
 or service personnel who has an education qualified for the repair of such automation technology
equipment, respectively that is entitled to put electric circuits and devices/systems into operation
according to the relevant safety standards.
The system is solely constructed for the application described in the scope of delivery (defined by the
manufacturer of the equipment, application according to description). Any application beyond this is not
according to description. The manufacturer is not responsible for resulting damages. Only the user has the
responsibility for this.
To the application according to description also belongs the observation of the conditions of operation,
maintenance, and repair lain down by the manufacturer. The system must only be used, serviced, and
repaired by persons who are familiar with this and have been instructed in the risk.
If work can only be carried out with an open control panel at voltage, corresponding safety measures shall
be taken.
Instructions for protection against accidents as well as other generally recognized safety and work
regulations shall be observed.
At maintenance work all automatic processes, controls and functions must stand still. They have to be
blocked and secured against unintentional restart.
It is a condition for the qualified maintenance and repair that all necessary devices and tools are at disposal
and that the condition of the tools is completely satisfactory.
Maintenance work or repairs must only be carried out in voltage-free condition by qualified personnel.
In order to be clear the instruction does not include all details for all versions of the product in question,
and it can neither consider every imaginable way of installation, operation or maintenance. If you wish
further information or in case problems occur that have not been described in enough details, necessary
information can be obtained at STE
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Howden
EC Declaration of Conformity
ln accordance with DIRECTIVE 20061421Ê.C
OF THE EUROPEN PARLIAMENT AND COUNCIL
of 17 May 2006 "Machinery Directive"
The machinery described below, including its associated auxiliary and supply systems, constitutes complete
machinery as defined by article 2 of Directive 20061421EC.
Gompressors/ Turbo Blowers
Location of installation: Jubail lndustrial Gity
Machine type: KA10SV-GL210 and

KA44SV.GL225
Year of construction: 2020
HV-TURBO machine no. 10116, 10117,10118, 10119, 10120
Manufacturer: Howden Turbo

Hessheimer Strasse 2
67227 Frankenthal
Germany
Performance data are listed on the rating plate and in the operation manual
Brief description of supply: 5 compressors/ turbo blowers
We herewith declare that the machinery, including its associated auxiliary and supply systems, is in
conformity with the essential requirements of Directive 200614218C.
The described machinery, including its associated auxiliary and supply systems, has been designed and
manufactured in conformity with the provisions of the following directives:
DIRECTIVE 2014l6BlEU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 15 May

2014 "Pressure equipment" (applicable for the lubricant oil supply).
DIRECTIVE 201413018U OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 26

February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic
com patibil ity (recast).
DIRECTIVE 20141351EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 26

February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making
available on the market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits (recast)
EC Declaration of Conformity Page 1 of 2

@,
Howden
The following harmonísed standards were particularly observed in the design and manufacture of the
machinery, including its auxiliary and supply systems:
EN ISO 13732-1; EN ISO 13857;EN ISO 13850;EN 1012-1
Other non-harmonized standards:

IEC 61 511-1; IEC 61511-2
Putting the machinery into service is prohibited until it has been declared that the machinery, in
combination with any provided drive system and/or monitoring and switching units, are in conformance
with the provisions of Directive 20061421EC.
Company authorised to compile relevant technical documentation
Company: Howden Turbo

Street: Hessheimer Strasse 2
Town/city: 67227 Frankenthal
Country: Germany
Telephone: +49-6233-85
Telefax: +49-6233-85
Notes:
Thís declaration becomes invalid if changes are made to the machinery, including its associated auxiliary and
supply systems, without the supplier's consent.
This declaration attests conformance with the above-mentioned directives but does not constitute an
assurance of properties.
The safety instructions in the supplied operation manual must be followed.
Howden Turbo
Keen Knudsen
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IMPORTANT
(TECH.DOC. 930940077UK)
This compressor unit is a high-capacity machine. If not operated correctly it will be damaged and also
expose the personnel in the immediate vicinity of the machine or the electric wiring to hazards.
The Instruction Handbook shall be studied entirely prior to final installation, electric con-
nection, and start-up. Especially, note the following sections.
Safety of Machinery: See the handbook, § 0
Installation: (See the handbook)
Direction of Rotation: Note that even a minor period of operation in the wrong direction
of rotation will damage the bearings in gear and compressor.
(See the handbook)
Coupling: Check of alignment before start.

(See the handbook)
Re-tightening: After about 10 operating hours

the coupling bolts shall be re-tightened.
(See the handbook)
Oil Check: Howden recommends having the oil analyzed after approx. 500
operating hours, and then to decide the intervals of oil change on
the basis of regular oil analyses.
(See the handbook)
Electric motors Grease lubricated bearings in electric motors must be lubricated

immediately after start-up of the unit. Correct type and quantity of
grease as well as frequency are stated on the motor nameplate
and/or in motor supplier's instruction.
In case of oil lubricated bearings in electric motor, oil quality and

oil level should be checked before start-up.
The customer is obliged to and responsible for compliance with

the lubrication instructions.
In case of defects, damage, or faulty delivery, the supplier shall be notified immediately.

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0. MACHINERY SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Putting into The compressor unit shall only be operated in compliance with the operating
Service conditions agreed upon, as indicated on the name plate and described in
Technical Data.
Lift The weight of the compressor unit is stamped on the consignment. Lifting is
carried out according to Instruction Concerning Straps.
Start by The compressor is started from the touch panel on the local control panel. When
Manual Control Start is activated, the oil pump starts up first, followed by the main motor when it
receives the signal to start after prelubricating for 1 minute.
See Instructions for Local Control Panel.
Stop by Manual The compressor is stopped from the touch panel on the local control panel.
Control When Stop is activated the compressor stops, and the oil pump and the oil-
cooler ventilator, if any, will run an after lubrication cycle of 3 minutes.
See Instructions for Local Control Panel
Emergency An emergency stop (EN418) is positioned on the front of the local control panel.
Stop The emergency stop is not to be activated unless hazardous situations threaten
or have already occurred. The safety monitor activates the emergency stop
function when a control device is activated by a malfunction. All functions will
stop immediately. Under these circumstances the compressor will emit a lot of
noise. The emergency stop shall not be used as an ordinary stop function, as
repeated emergency stops may damage the compressor.
Automatic Compressor units may be set in remote control mode from the touch panel on
Start/Stop the local control panel. In this mode the compressor can start and stop without
forewarning. An ISO 7000-0017 symbol warns of remote control start/stop. In
this mode all guards must be correctly mounted and no persons allowed in the
immediate vicinity of the rotating machine parts.
Mechanical All rotating parts shall be protected by fixed guards acc. to EN294 & EN953.
Hazard The guards are not to be removed unless the machine is safeguarded against
unintentional start. Loose clothing is to be avoided and it is advisable to keep at
a safe distance as long as the machine is in the remote control mode.
Avoid crawling onto the compressor itself without safety equipment; the surfaces
of the compressor may be greasy and/or slippery.
Inlet System The inlet system shall be correctly mounted before start of the compressor.
Avoid blocking the inlet and staying near connected inlet channels when the
machine is ready to start.

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Hot Surfaces
A sign warning of hot surfaces has been placed directly on the machine. It is
indicated by symbol EN1012-annex 3. Avoid touching the hottest surfaces,
which are normally more than 70C.
Noise Hazard Noise emission from the compressor unit is measured acc. to ISO3744,
normally without silencer hood. The measurements are recorded in the noise
certificate. See certificates.
At the entrance to the compressor room and/or silencer hoods an ISO3864
warning sign is placed which illustrates the use of ear protection.
Oil System The oil is circulating with a temperature of max. 70C and a maximum pressure
of 9 bar. These limits are never to be exceeded. Any change of the oil system is
prohibited.
Electrical Hazard Any contact with electrical high-/low-voltage installations is to be avoided as

long as the machine is connected to the power supply. See EN60204-1. Check
at regular intervals that all main components of the machine are correctly
grounded.
Special Tools The compressor delivery includes a toolbox with special tools. The tools shall
only be used as described in the section on assembly and disassembly of the
compressor.
Maintenance & Repairs and maintenance work is only to be performed when all energy sources
Repairs to the machine have been properly isolated/insulated. The emergency stop shall
be activated, the motor disconnected and the terminals short-circuited. The
danger of back flow from the pipe system is safeguarded against by either
closing and locking a valve positioned immediately after the check valve or by
placing a blind flange upstream by the check valve.
Sign: "Warning: Maintenance work in progress".
NOTIFY In case Howden deliver consignments that are neither assembled nor
serviceable machine units, e.g. compressor units without drive motor and/or
control systems, the following will apply :
"The compressor unit is comprehended by Machine Directive 89/392/EEC and

appurtenant amendment directives, and shall not be put into service until the
entire unit, of which it is a part, complies with the said Directive and appurtenant
normative standards.

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1. SHIPPING - STORAGE - INSTALLATION
1.1 Shipping
On receipt of the compressor unit, check that the individual parts correspond with those listed
on the delivery note.
When unloading, check immediately for possible damage of the compressor unit that may
have happened during shipment, such as damaged dents, scratches, corrosion, torn electric
cables, bent pipes, or the like. In case of defects or damage, the carrier and supplier shall be
informed immediately.
The aggregate shall only be lifted with straps fastened to the 4 lifting hooks mounted on the
base. In order to avoid squeezing of instruments, piping, etc., use a lifting yoke.
Weight of compressor aggregate: See section 2.
Use of straps: See fig. below.
1.2 Storage
Prior to leaving Howden, the compressor aggregate has been submitted to a test run. After the
test the lubricating oil has been drained off, preservative oil applied and pumped through the
lubricating oil system, and all excess preservative oil drained off. All untreated parts of the
aggregate, which are likely to corrode, have been treated with a corrosion-preventing agent.

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This ensures that the compressor aggregate is protected against corrosion for a minimum of 6
months, provided that it is stored indoors. It is not necessary to remove the corrosion-
preventing agent before starting up the aggregate, as the preventive agent does not affect the
lubricating oil.
If the compressor is stored for more than 6 months, it shall be treated with a long-term
preventive agent. A corrosion-preventing agent used for long-term storage will have to be
removed before start-up. This is done by disassembling and cleaning all the compressor parts.
In this case only Howden service engineers shall prepare the compressors for operation. The
preparation shall be carried out in a dry and clean environment.
Do not use the compressor unit or parts of it as scaffolding. For further information, require
technical information 930920009UK.
1.3 Installation
It is possible to mount / install the compressor prior to removing a long-term corrosion

protection. The compressor can be mounted on any level floor that can carry the weight. A
special vibration damping concrete foundation is only used in exceptional cases.
The compressor shall be mounted on

vibration damping machine mounts, the
underside of which can be glued directly to
the concrete floor (see mounting
instructions) or the machine mounts can
be screwed or welded to its base,
depending on the floor construction. (see
fig.).
Tolerances for floor level, see doc. No.
930840008, Installation, at the following
pages.
Important! Before the compressor aggregate is fastened to the floor, check its position to
make sure that flanges (and possibly other pipe connections) are placed correctly with a view
to the final pipe installation. Do not uncover the flanges until the pipe system is ready for
installation. This prevents foreign substance from entering the compressor. All pipe systems
shall be cleaned and inspected before they are connected to the aggregate.
If the drive motor shaft has been securely fastened for shipping, this fastening shall be
removed and the dismounted coupling remounted.
1.3.1 Pipe Connections/Permissible Loads
It is essential that there is a flexible connection in the following places:
- between compressor discharge and cone diffuser

- between compressor inlet and air inlet duct.
Permissible loads: See Technical Information 930910007UK.

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Compressor Alignment in Relation to the Piping
To protect the compressor against greater stress than admissible from the piping
system the below mentioned directives shall be followed.
- The piping fasteners and guides shall be positioned to prevent the compressor from
being exposed to greater strain than allowed for in "Technical Information"
930910007, “Allowable load on discharge flange”.
- Ensure that the piping is straight to secure parallelism of the two flanges mounted
with the compensator in between.
- Before mounting the compensator, check that the alignment conforms to the require-
ments of Technical Information 930950031, “Compensator”.
- If the compensator is marked with an arrow this shall point in the flow direction. The
closed end of the interior guide tube shall be mounted on the compensator inlet
side. The open end of the tube is placed at the outlet side.
To ease and protect the compensator and avoid deformation of the installation, fasten
and support the compensator to the compressor temporarily using the supplied
threaded rods and nuts to allow the piping to be supported when being built up.
- Do not expose the compensators to torsion.
- The compensator bellows shall be guarded against welding spray etc. and against
mechanical overload.

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ALLOWABLE LOAD ON COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE FLANGE

(Tech. Doc 930910007UK)
Reactions of piping systems connected to turbocompressors, if of sufficient magnitude, will result in

misalignment of the compressor sufficient to cause rough operation and in worst case serious mechanical
damage.
The external load comes from thermal expansion, pressure loads the weight of the pipe system, and is
mainly transmitted to the compressor through the expansion joint, attached on the discharge flange.
If the external loads on the compressor are limited to the figures in the table below, the loads should not
influence the compressor operation.
Forces in the discharge pipe

FAX = direction
FLAT = Forces perpendicular to FAX
M = Moment in any direction
TYPE FAX FLAT M

N N NM
KA10 4000 1200 350
The pipe system must be supported thus minimizing the external loads.
The allowable loads, alignment tolerances etc. of the flexible joint positioned at the discharge flange,
must be carefully considered, when designing the pipe system.
The external loads on the compressor are transmitted through the base to the machinery supports and
must be included when sizing the supports.

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INSTALLATION
(Tech. Doc. 930840008UK)
1.
The aggregate shall only be lifted with straps
fastened to the 4 lifting hooks mounted on the
base. In order to avoid squeezing of
instruments, piping, etc., use a lifting yoke.
Use of straps: See fig.
H>L
2.
After the compressor has been moved to its
final location, it must be lifted in order to bolt
the machine mounts to the base plate. Plates
below the machine mounts are fixed by 2
bolts. The surface must be horizontal and the
flatness equal or better than 2 mm per meter in
all directions.
Proper base plate leveling is important and must be achieved in accordance with the following instructions
prior to start-up.
Transverse level is to be set ± 2 mm over the width of the base plate by placing a
machinist level on skid beams.
Longitudinal level is to be set ± 2 mm over the length of the base plate by placing a
machinist level on the motor shaft.

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3.
The compressor should not be pushed or
pulled when standing through its machine
mounts on the floor.
Lower the compressor into position on the

concrete floor.
Scribe a mark around the anchor plates.
4.
Mark the location of the plates on the floor.
Lift the compressor away from the area.
5.
Put a layer of glue 2 to 3 mm thick (Glue
supplied - See the special tools box).
6.
Put again the compressor on the floor. The
glue will dry in 20 to 60 minutes depending on
the temperature: It is therefore required to
have the machine on its final location right
from the beginning. The excess of glue will be
cut with a knife when it is totally dry.

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7.
The discharge is installed after the compressor is
definitively fixed, and should not be held by the
volute. The cone diffuser must be in the axe of the
volute discharge (+/- 2 mm), the distance between
the volute flange and the inlet flange of the cone
must be equal (when cold) to the compensator and
its gaskets + 1 to
2 mm (To allow the expansion when hot). This
distance must be exactly the same all around
the flanges. The compensator must be easily
pushed in
place between the flanges without effort.
Regarding Compensator and Cone diffuser

installation please se document
930950031 Compensator
930960030 Compressor alignment in relation to
the piping.
8.
Position the inlet silencer/filter in front of
the compressor inlet.
Adjust the height of the inlet silencer/filter to match
the compressor inlet by turning the feet.
Mark the position of the holes in the silencer feet on
the floor (section x-x).
Drill holes for the dowels supplied with the
equipment and insert the dowels.
Secure the inlet silencer to the floor by the
screws included in the supply.
Tighten the gap between compressor inlet and
inlet silencer with the tape included in supply.
Wrap the lead rubber strip around the connected
compressor inlet / silencer collar. Secure with
tape. Mount the flexible connection included in
the supply

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The LCP serial number shall be matched to the compressor with the corresponding serial
number. The LCP is recommended to be installed/mounted close to the compressor unit,
preferable behind the main motor on the compressor unit.
Important! The compressor serial number (marked on the compressor unit) shall match the
build number marked on the connected LCP front according to figure below.
NOTE: DO NOT POWER ON THE CONTROL PANELS.

The local control panel and if available, the master control panel, can be connected to the
main supply without power on. Be sure that the main power supply switch on the control
panels are turned to position off, to ensure that the control panels are not powered on. Also,
no power supply is allowed to be turned on to the control panels before the panels have been
checked by authorized service personnel.

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2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Unit
Type : KA10SV-GL210
Serial No. : 10116, 10117, 10118
Year : 2020
Weight, approx. excl. motor : 2700 kg excl. motor
Dimension drawing : 27359
P&I diagram : 27362
Instrument List : 27365
Compressor - Pos. No. K100
Make : Howden
Type : KA10SV
Medium flow : Air
Inlet flow, min. : 5830 m³/h
Inlet flow, max. : 12956 m³/h
Inlet pressure : 1.013 bar abs.
Discharge pressure, max. : 1.763 bar abs.
Inlet temperature, normal : 32 C
Inlet temperature, max. : 52 C
Revolutions : 15449 rpm
Power consumption, min. : 138.6 kW
Power consumption, max. : 285.8 kW
The power is indicated at : Inlet flow min./max, inlet pressure normal and
inlet temperature normal
Gear - Pos. No. G100
Make : Howden
Type : GL210
Gear ratio : 4.323 = 134/31
Oil requirement : 58 litres/min
Coupling (Motor/Gear) - Pos. No. A301
Make : Thomas Rexnord

Type : Rexnord SR52 MSH

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LINEAR MOTOR - Diffuser - Pos. No. D224
Make : LINAK
Type : LA25
Max. Pull-/Push power : 2500 N
Max. length of stroke : 100 mm
Max speed LA25 : 3.2 mm/sec.
Max speed D200 : 1.3 mm/sec.
Degree of protection : IP 66, dynamic - IP69K, static
Mains frequency : 50 Hz
Voltage : 24 VDC
Current : 1.9 A
Position indication : 4 – 20 mA
LINEAR MOTOR - Prerotation - Pos. No. D407
Make : LINAK
Type : LA25
Max. Pull-/Push power : 2500 N
Max. length of stroke : 100 mm
Max speed LA25 : 3.2 mm/sec.
Degree of protection : IP 66, dynamic - IP69K, static
Mains frequency : 50 Hz
Voltage : 24 VDC
Current : 1.9 A
Position indication : 4 – 20 mA
OIL SYSTEM
Electrical Oil Pump - Pos. No. S101
Make : RICKMEIER
Type : R35/50
Capacity : 75 litres/min.
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Pump Motor - Pos. No. S102
Make : Electramo
Type : HMS100l1-4
Power : 2.64 kW
Insulation class : F/B
Degree of protection : IP 55
Supply Voltage : 3x480 V
Revolution nominal : 2980 rpm

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Mechanical Oil Pump - Pos. No. S129
Make : RICKMEIER
Type : R25/16
Oil Filter - Pos. No. E150 + S303

Make : HYDAC
Type : FLND250
Element (insert) : 10 micron
Oil Cooler - Pos. No S317A
Make : HYDAC
Type : AC-LN10S
Voltage : 3x480 V
Current : 6,4 A
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Lubricating Oil Pressure
Min. : 1,0 bar

Normal operating pressure, approx. : 2,5 - 3,5
The oil pressure depends on temperature and load.

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Manometer - Pos. No. E121
Make : WIKA
Type : 233.40.63
Function : Indication
Range : 0 – 10 bar
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Lubricating Oil Temperature
Max. : 70 C
Normal operating temperature at ambient 20˚C : 45 - 55 C
_______________________________________________________________________________
Thermometer - Pos. No. E122
Make : SIKA
Type : 174/175B
Function : Indication
Range : 0 – 100 C
_______________________________________________________________________________

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Lubricating Oil
Normal filling, see enclosure:

OIL SPECIFICATION, Howden Tech. Info. 930870003
Lubricating oil types, see enclosure:
OIL SPECIFICATION, Howden Tech. Info. 930870004
- both inserted after "Technical Specifications".
Oil Reservoir in Gear - Pos. No. G100
Normal filling : 230 litres

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Oil Mist Filter - Pos. No. S113
Make : Howden
Oil Level Indicator - Pos. No. S114
Make : Howden
Type : Dip stick for H=400 oil tank
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Counter Valves - Pos. No. S116A, S116B
Make : Herose
Type : 05011
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Safety Valve - Pos. No. S117
Make : Herose
Type : 06195
_______________________________________________________________________
Nozzle for By-pass - Pos. No. S130
Make : Howden
_______________________________________________________________________
Oil Flow Indicator - Pos. No. S138
Make : Rhodes
Type : Fig.400
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INSTRUMENTS
Pressure Switch - Pos. No. E107
Make : Danfoss A/S

Type : MBC 5000
Function : Trip
Set point : 1.0 bar
Range : 0,2 – 6 bar
Difference : Minimum
Surge Switch - Pos. No E113
Make : IFM
Type : SUC-3, IGC209
Sensor : In compressor's inlet
Function : Trip
Reversed Rotation Detector - Pos. No E133
Make : IFM
Type : IG5555
Sensor : At coupling
Function : Alarm
Stops compressor at backwards rotating
Pressure Transmitter - Pos. No. E165
Make : Danfoss A/S

Type : MBS 3200
Function : Alarm/Trip
Set point : 1,5/1,0 bar
Range : 0 - 10 bar
Output : 4 – 20 mA
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Temperature Sensors - Pos. No. E176 + E178 + E307
Make : Danfoss
Type : MBT 3560
Sensor : In the compressor oil reservoir
Function : Stops compressor at high oil temperature
Switches oil cooler fan on / off
Switches oil heater on / off
Set point : 30/25C; 65/70C; 50/45C; 60/65C
Range : -50 - 200 °C
Output : 4 – 20 mA

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Temperature Sensors in Gear Bearings - Pos. No. E201+E212+E213+E214+E216
Make : Robotech
Type : RT-RC1
Set point : 85/90 °C
Range : 0 – 200 °C
Output : PT100
Temperature Sensors for Motor Bearings - Pos. No. E257DE + E257NDE
Make : Integrated in main motor

Type : PT100
Sensor : In motor bearings
Range : 0 – 200 °C
Output : PT100
Temperature Sensors for Motor Windings - Pos. No. E258U + E258V + E258W
Make : Integrated in main motor

Type : PT100
Sensor : In motor windings
Range : 0 – 200 °C
Output : PT100
Differential Pressure Transmitter - Pos. No. E302
Make : E+H
Type : PMD 75
Function : Inlet guide vane control
Range : 0 – 1,0 bar
Sensor high pressure : In cone diffuser (discharge)
Sensor low pressure : In compressor inlet
Outlet : 4 – 20 mA
ACCESSORIES
Cone Diffuser - Pos. No. P101
Make : Howden
Type : Cone diffuser / silencer
Size : DN200/500x1700

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Compensator - Pos. No. P102
Make : Interlink
Size : DN200
Blow-off Valve - Pos. No. P106
Make : Armatec
Type : Wafer
Function : Pressure relief during start/stop
Size : DN125, PN10/16
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Blow-off Silencer - Pos. No. P107
Make : Howden
Type : DN125, PN10/16
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Check Valve - Pos. No. P110
Make : Cast Flow

Type : DN500
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Blow-off Valve - Pos. No. P134
Make : Bernard
Type : OA
Voltage : 3x480 V
Current : 0,29 A
_________________________________________________________________________
Blow-off Valve Limit Switch – Closed - Pos. No. P135
Make : Bernard
Type : OA , Integrated in BOV
_________________________________________________________________________
Blow-off Valve Limit Switch – Open - Pos. No. P135
Make : Bernard
Type : OA , Integrated in BOV
_________________________________________________________________________

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OIL SPECIFICATIONS
(Tech. Doc. 930870003UK)
VISCOSITY VISCOSITY FZG STAGE

YEAR OF OIL TYPE HOWDEN INDEX MIN. MIN. at MIN.
COMPRESSOR CONSTRUCTION DIN 51502 REFERENCIES ISO 2909 120C DIN 51354
KA10-GL210 1992 HL/HLP46 930870004 100 10
OIL PUMP CAPACITY AND OIL RESERVOIR
OIL PUMP CAPACITY OIL RESERVOIR

COMPRESSOR YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION STANDARD LITER/MIN. LITER +/- 10%
KA10-GL210 1992 58 230

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OIL SPECIFICATIONS
(Tech. Doc. 930870004UK)
Specifications of lubricating oils applicable for Howden compressors with journal bearings.
Viscosity grade to be chosen according to 930870003.
Supplier: Scandinavia
HL/HLP46 HL/HLP68 Europe
Company Oil Type 46 cSt Oil Type 68 cSt North America
BP
BP BP Bartran HV 46 BP Bartran HV 68 BP
BP
Castrol
CASTROL Hyspin AWH 46 Hyspin AWH 68 Castrol
Castrol
ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil Nuto H 46 Nuto 68 ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil
Fuchs
FUCHS Renolin Extra 46S Renolin Extra 68S Fuchs
Fuchs
Klüber Lubrication
KLÜBER Lamora HLP 46 Lamora HLP 68 Klüber Lubrication
Klüber Lubrication
LUKOIL Lubricants Europe OY
GEYSER LT 46
LUKOIL GEYSER LT 68 LUKOIL Lubricants Europe OY
GEYSER ZF 46
LUKOIL Marine Lubricants DMCC
ExxonMobil
MOBIL DTE 25 DTE 26 ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil
Square Oil
PENNZOIL PZL AW 46 PZL AW 68 Pennzoil
Pennzoil Products
Kuwait Petroleum
Q8 Q8 Haydn 46 Q8 Haydn 68 Kuwait Petroleum
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Shell
SHELL Tellus 46 Tellus 68 Shell
Shell
Texaco
Texaco Rando HD 46 Rando HD 68 Texaco
Texaco
Total Fina Elf
TOTAL Azolla ZS 46 Azolla ZS 68 Total Fina Elf
Total Fina Elf

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3. UNIT DESIGN
3.1 Main Construction
The Howden Compressor consists of the following main parts:
Description Pos. No. Description Pos. No.

Compressor K100 Outer prerotation drive D400
Gearbox G100 Oil pump, mechanical S129
Coupling, motor/gearbox A300 Oil pump S100
Drive motor A401 Oil cooler S301
Base frame F101 Check Valve P110
Outer diffuser drive D200
The entire unit is built according to the drawing.

Individual parts placed outside the unit are not shown on the drawing.

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D200 G100 A300 A401
D400 K100 S129 S100 F101
E123

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3.2 Compressor
Main parts:

Inner diffuser D100 Carr. cone plate H601
Inner prerotation system D300
D300 Inlet H701
Outer vol. casing H401 Pinion shaft R201
Inner vol. casing H501 Impeller R414
The Howden compressor is a single-stage centrifugal compressor.
The medium's passage through the compressor:
The medium is led through the inlet and past the inlet guide vanes to the impeller, which
.speeds up the medium. From the impeller the medium is led through the diffuser (variable),
where most of the speed energy is changed into pressure, to the volute casing where it is
collected, and from there out into the cone diffuser where the speed is reduced before it is
led into the discharge system.

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3.2.1 Compressor Casings
The compressor casings, consisting of outer/inner volute casing, inlet, carrier cone plate,
and console, are manufactured from cast elements which have been heat-treated,
cleaned, and then machined. The casings have been assembled vertically, in order to
facilitate handling of the individual casings when mounting or dismounting the compres-
sor.
3.2.2 Impeller/Rotor Shaft
The rotor consists of the following main parts:

Pinion shaft R201 Rotor nut R407
Thrust collar R202 Stop ring for R414 R409
Screw R203 Dowel R411
Labyrinth ring R402 Impeller / main runner R414
Central screw R405
The impeller has been milled out in one forged, solid piece, ensuring great strength and
accuracy. The blades have been formed so as to ensure optimal control of the compressor
as well as an optimal and stable current flow. The outer contour and diameter of the
impeller have been specially adapted to the operating conditions set down in the order
specification.
The overhung design with the impeller positioned at the end of the pinion shaft is operated
well above first critical speed and well below second critical speed.

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The impeller rotor can be removed from the unit without disassembling the impeller from
the pinion shaft, thus avoiding any possibility of creating increased unbalance at
maintenance jobs.
By the aid of hydraulic tools, the impeller, the rotor shaft rod, and the rotor drive are held
together with the rotor nut and the centre screw. The rotor must be dismounted as a unit,
thereby avoiding problems of unbalance during maintenance work. Normally disassembly of
the rotor is not necessary, in any case disassembly shall only be undertaken by trained
Howden personnel using special tools. The complete unit (rotor) has been subjected to
dynamic balancing.
WARNING! Only Howden personnel are permitted to disassemble the rotor.
3.2.3 Sealings
Consisting of:

Labyrinth sealing H303 Oil sealing ring T220
Air and oil shaft seals made of aluminium or bronze are non-contact types and designed
to prevent air and oil leakage, thus avoiding contaminating the air with oil. This type of
sealing doesn't get worn due to the clearance between the pointed sealings and the shaft.
However, a minor running-in wear may occur. The sealing prevents oil from entering the
compressor. In the chambers of the sealing ring drains are placed through which the oil is
led back into the gearing housing.

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3.2.4 Diffuser-/Prerotation System
The compressor is equipped with two regulating systems, a prerotation system and a
diffuser system. Both can be regulated continuously within the range of two limit switches.
Even a small change of the system setting will influence the compressor's ability to make
pressure and volume flow, and consequently the power consumption of the compressor is
affected.
Howden has developed a procedure, implemented in a process computer, to regulate the

prerotation- and diffuser system to an optimum, based on measurements of:
- inlet temperature
- differential pressure across compressor
- volume flow demand
In case of failure in the automatic system, the compressor can continue to operate by fully
opened prerotation system, i.e. it shall be regulated to a maximum which will typically be
position 10.
Any change of the system setting will cause increased power consumption or, at worst, that
the compressor goes into "surging" thus causing an emergency stop. If the two systems
have been disassembled, they shall be assembled and adjusted exactly as they were
before the disassembling.

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Adjustable Diffuser System
Main parts:

Positioning lever D205 Base for D224 D230
Linear motor /Actuator D224
The diffuser system consists of a number of adjustable vanes placed radial around the periphery of
the impeller. An electric linear actuator regulates the diffuser vanes.
The limits are controlled by the control panel which has a MAX and MIN virtual limit switch. The
actuator provides a 4-20mA signal for the position of the piston
Control of the linear motor is done through the control panel.

The values for the virtual limit switches shall not be altered, as this may cause overload of the
compressor/drive motor.

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Adjustable Prerotation
Main parts:

Mounting Plate D401 Lever II D427
Linear motor D407 Bolt D455
Linear motor D407 Screw D439
The prerotation system consists of a number of adjustable inlet guide vanes placed circular channel
in the inlet housing. An electric linear actuator regulates the diffuser vanes.
The limits are controlled by the control panel which has a MAX and MIN virtual limit switch. The
actuator provides a 4-20mA signal for the position of the piston
Control of the linear motor is done through via the control panel.
The values for the virtual limit switches shall not be altered, as this may cause overload of the
compressor/drive motor.

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3.3 Gearbox
Main parts:

Gear casing part A H101 Sealing ring T101
Gear casing part B H102 Thrust/journal bearing, motor end T103
Drive shaft R100 Thrust/journal bearing, comp. end T106
Pinion shaft R200 Journal bearing, motor end T208
Oil pump, mechanical S129 Journal bearing, comp. end T210
The Howden Turbo GL210 gearbox is a single-stage, helical gear, where the pinion shaft is
placed above the bull shaft. The pinion shaft is supported by bearings on both sides of the
gearwheel. The gear ratio has been adapted to the operating conditions as specified in the
order.
The gearbox is vertically split, whereby easy access to the shafts, bearings, and sealings is
obtained.

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3.3.1 Gear Casing
The gear casing, consisting of part A and B, is manufactured from cast elements which
have been heat-treated, cleaned, and then machined.
3.3.2 Shafts - Gearwheels
Shafts and gearwheels have been carburized and ground with great accuracy, to allow for
the high speed and resulting stress on the teeth. A moderate backlash allows for oil film,
deformations, etc.
The gearwheel on the drive shaft has been shrunk on. The gearwheel on the pinion shaft
have been machined in one piece with the shaft.
3.3.3 Bearings
The high speed radial bearings are bronze backed babbitted multi pad bearings and the
radial bearings sup-porting the bull shaft are plain journal bronze bearings. The high speed
thrust bearing are bronze backed babbitted multi pad bearings and bronze multi pad bear-
ings are used on the bull shaft. All bearings except one are non split bearings, thus avoiding
the use of guide pins in the bearings.
3.3.4 Oil Sealing
The sealing is a non-contact, labyrinth type sealing, which does not get worn due to the
clearance between the pointed sealings and the shaft. However, a minor running-in wear
may occur.
This sealing ensures that oil is not leaking from the gear.
From the chambers of the sealing drains are leading back to the gear casing.
3.4 Base
The base is a welded, box-like construction manufactured from steel profiles and steel
plate. The base also serves as oil tank for the lubricating oil system. Furthermore, all
safety equipment and the local panel can be mounted on the base.
3.5 Cone Diffuser
The cone diffuser is manufactured from steel plate milled into shape and welded together.
The two flanges are likewise welded on.
The cone diffuser is mounted on the discharge side, thereby transforming the last part of
the air velocity into pressure, thus reducing the air velocity.

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3.6 Blow-off Valve
The blow-off valve is a butterfly valve with electric or pneumatic actuator and end stops.
The blow-off valve is mounted between two flanges. The blow-off valve functions as a
pressure relief valve during start/stop to avoid surging. (For tech. data, see § 2).
3.7 Check Valve
The check valve is a spring-loaded butterfly valve (dual plate) built in between two
flanges.
The check valve prevents the compressed air from passing backwards, thereby keeping
the compressor from running backwards when not in operation. (For technical data, see §
2).
3.8 Coupling/Drive Motor/Gearbox
The coupling between drive motor and gear is a flexible disc type coupling which is
flexible in both radial and axial direction and at the same time able to withstand excessive
torsional stress. To ensure optimal operating conditions the coupling shall be aligned as
described in § 12.
3.9 Inlet System
See enclosed drawing no. 9330057240 Inlet Silencer.

The inlet system consists of inlet silencer, filter, front grid or extension piece fastened
together into a unit. The inlet silencer is fitted with height adjustable feet, approx. ± 20mm
from nominal centre height.
Mounting
The height of the inlet silencer stud is adjusted in relation to the compressor stud, and the
inlet silencer is positioned so that the air conduit between the studs is 3 - 7 mm. If the air
conduit between the studs is 10 mm or more, the compressor may be damaged.
The holes in the base plate are then marked out on the floor, the silencer is removed, and
the holes are bored, after which the nylon dowels supplied are placed in the holes, and
the silencer put back and fastened with the supplied screws.
The air conduit between the studs of the inlet silencer and the compressor is checked and
taped with the special tape supplied, after which it is covered with lead rubber and
tightened together with the flexible connection supplied.
The U-pipe manometer, which registers pressure drops, is filled up with liquid from the
flask supplied.
Maintenance
Pressure drops shall not exceed 100 mmWC, because a too high negative pressure may
cause the intake silencer plates to collapse. The filters are replaced when the pressure
drop during start is observed to have increased by 20 mmWC.

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Suction from the compressor room: Dismount the front grid and the filter locks and take out
the filters. Vacuum clean the inside with a soft brush
mouthpiece. Insert new filters.
Suction from the air duct: Dismount the side covers of the filter box and the
filter locks and remove the filters through the side.
Vacuum clean the inside with a soft brush mouthpiece.
Insert new filters.
3.10 Inlet Filter
See Manufacturer's material.

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4. ELECTRIC DRIVE MOTOR
See Manufacturers Instructions.
General remarks to monitoring and maintenance of electric motors.
Immediately after the first start-up of the compressor, it is necessary to make the first
lubrication of the electric motor on site.
The type of grease shall always be identical to the type which was used from the factory.
It shall be avoided to mix two different types of grease that might contain different
additives not being able to be integrated. This might result in poor lubrication quality and
damage to the bearings.
After the first lubrication on site, it is necessary to lubricate according to intervals'

indicated on the manufacturer’s plate at the motor. Greasing is done only with the motor
running. Keep record of all the greasings in the list of lubrication.
After the start-up, it is necessary to control the motor once per week. To check that the
sound and the temperature are correct and that there are not false vibrations. This might
be done by using a large screwdriver to listen at the bearings by putting the end against
the bearing cover and the wrist against the ear.
If the compressor unit is not in operation for a rather long period, the compressor should
remain oil-filled. Start the oil pump for some minutes and turn the compressor and the
electric motor a few turns manually once per week.
Engine IP23 passes the cooling air between the stator and the rotor. That is why the room
in which the compressor / electric motor are placed will have to be completely clean. In
general all the motors and compressors will have to be held in a state of cleanliness. If the
interior of a motor is more or less filled with dirt, a short-circuit will be able to occur. The
cooling air shall be dry.
It is always necessary to monitor the temperature as well as the absorptive current.
After a long period of stop it is necessary to make sure, by the means of a measuring
instrument that the electric insulation is intact, and no false currents can escape through
the bearings, in order not to start a wet motor.
If the motor has remained inactive for a long time, without to be turned regularly, it could
be necessary to change the bearings. That is detected by touching the motor while
listening to the bearings. Permanent monitoring is necessary.
Any repair or any disassembling of the engine requires control of the alignment of the
coupling and, if necessary, a corrective alignment.

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5. ACOUSTIC ENCLOSURE
On request Howden supplies an enclosure, which through careful choice of design,

assembly methods and sealing strips, will provide optimal noise reduction. The enclosure
is equipped with sound muffling material adapted to the prevailing conditions.
The Howden acoustic enclosure is built up as a modular system on a chassis frame in

which panels and doors can be inserted. This simple construction means fast mounting
and dismounting of the complete enclosure or parts of it.
The enclosure is delivered as a construction kit, which requires only a minimum of space
during storage and transport.
"Do it yourself" mounting instruction - technical info 930940099 - is included in the

delivery. However, Howden will be pleased to mount the enclosure on request.
Frame construction made of OMEGA profiles (channel section with webs) mounted on
bottom rails bolted to the floor. Sound absorbing elements are placed in the frames.
Dimensions: Modular system for individual adaptation.
Noise Reduction
The sound absorbing elements are made of alu-zinc coated steel plate on the outside,
and of alu-zinc coated perforated steel plate on the inside. The interspace is filled up
with mineral wool.
The ceiling elements are placed in webs in the cross braces. The wall elements are
placed in top and bottom rails.
The enclosure is fitted with windows and doors for inspection and service.
Ventilation
The silencer hood is ventilated by means of a fan mounted inside the hood in one of
the ceiling elements. Intake and discharge of ventilating air is done via noise reducing
ducts. The outlet can be connected to a pipe channel leading the hot air out of the
compressor room.
Typical Noise Reduction
Octave band (Hz) 31,5 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
Noise reduction 2 6 6 10 14 19 21 40 18
(dB)

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6. LUBRICATING OIL SYSTEM – 2 OIL PUMPS
6.1 Design and Function
The lubricating oil system provides oil for all bearings in gear and bearing housing as
well as for the gear meshing.
The lubricating oil system has been designed as shown on the P & I diagram and the
aggregate drawing.
In the technical specification, the P & I diagram and the aggregate drawing (§ 2, 7.2,
and 12 respectively), control of the oil/cooling system is shown as well as the function
and location of sensors, pressure switches and transmitters.
The lubricating oil system is equipped with two oil pumps, each of which can deliver the
quantity of oil required. The two oil pumps are for operation and stand-by respectively.
The stand-by pump is used for pre lubrication and after lubrication during start/stop. In
the start-up phase both pumps will operate simultaneously for a short time. This means
that during this phase the pressure will rise above the normal operating pressure.
The stand-by pump is with electric drive and is mounted on the base. The working pump
is mounted on the gear, operated by the output shaft via a gearwheel.
The system is equipped with two non-return valves placed on the pressure side of the
pump, see P & I diagram. Non-return valves with low pressure drop and without spring-
pretightening of seat are used.
The system is equipped with a nozzle for by-pass, pos. S130, mounted on the pressure
side of the mechanical oil pump before the non-return valve.
The nozzle (Ø1,5mm) shall bleed air off the pipe system at the mechanical oil pump, as
the pump is not self-sucking, when the electrical pump has stabilized the pressure of the
oil system during pre lubrication. At normal rpm air will be bled off the system within 10
sec. Hereafter there will be a by-pass oil flow of approx. 1,8 l/min, which is led back to
the oil reservoir.
A sight glass, pos. S138, for visual check of oil flow has been placed on the by-pass
string.
The oil reservoir may be equipped with electric oil heaters to heat the oil after a period
of stand-still, i.e. when the temperature has fallen below the 10C necessary during
start-up.
The oil is pumped via oil filters and oil coolers to the lubrication points. From gear and
compressor the oil is led via drain pipe and bottom flange back to the reservoir.
The oil cooler may be either air-cooled or water-cooled.
When cooling by air the cooler shall not be placed in such a way that the warm air blows
towards the LC-panel or other electric installations.

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When cooling by water the regulating valve shall be mounted on the inlet pipe to ensure
that the water pressure is always kept lower than the oil pressure; thereby preventing
water from penetrating to the oil. The inlet pipe shall be connected to the lowest pipe
connection to keep air out of the system.
The aggregate is equipped with a pressure switch and a pressure transmitter:
The pressure transmitter provides the signal to stop the electrically driven pump during
start-up when the oil pressure exceeds 1,5 bar.
The pressure switch gives the signal to stop the compressor, if - due to power failure or
damage (oil leaks) to the lubricating system - the pressure drops below approx. 1 bar.
The pressure switch and the electric control system prevent the compressor from
starting as long as the oil pressure is too low.
A temperature transmitter provides the signal to stop the compressor when the oil
temperature at the gear inlet exceeds 70ºC. If an air cooled oil cooler is installed it also
provides the signal to start and stop the oil cooler.
If an oil heater is installed, a temperature transmitter in the oil reservoir provides the
signal to start and stop the heater, and to block compressor start until the oil
temperature in the reservoir exceeds 12ºC.
For lubricating oil pressure and temperature, see § 2.
The lubricating oil system has been cleaned in advance by Howden. Therefore, be extra
careful when dismounting, etc., in order to avoid contamination of the oil system.
6.2 Lubricating Oil Pumps
See manufacturer’s material in the chapter “Accessories”.
6.3 Oil Filter
6.4 Oil Cooler

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7. CONTROL AND MONITORING SYSTEMS
7.1 Design and Function
The control and monitoring systems shall ensure correct operating conditions at start
and stop of the compressor as well as during operation.
The local control system handles the start and stop functions, the compressor
operation, the lubricating oil system, and the activation of the blow-off valve, the diffuser
and/or the prerotation. The local control system consists of a programmable logic
controller (PLC) with control software and a human machine interface (HMI) for
overview and manual/service control.
The monitoring system is the safety circuit of the compressor. It consists of a series of
motor protection and circuit breakers connected to a oil pressure switch, oil pressure
transmitter and the inlet temperature transmitter. The current circuits are part of a safety
chain which protects the instruments on the machine and stops the compressor, by the
circuit connected to the main motor control (MCC), immediately on indication of error.
7.1.1 Start and Stop Functions
Start
The start function ensures that the compressor only starts if it has been correctly pre-
pared.
The conditions for a correct start are as follows:
- no alarms or emergency stops activated

- blow-off valve open
- diffuser and/or pre rotation in MIN position.
The start sequence may now be activated as follows:
- Compressors with gear
- GK2, GK4 and GK200: Start of compressor at once while feed back signal is await-
ed from motor starter.
- KA5 - KA100: Start of lubricating oil pump and pre lubrication for at least 1
minute. When the correct oil pressure is obtained and a
'Ready to Start' signal is on, the compressor motor starts.
The turn-on signal shall be transferred to the control within
10 sec.
- When the turn-on signal has been received the pre rotation goes to MAX position.
- When the pre rotation is in MAX position, the blow-off valve shall begin to close
slowly.

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- When the blow-off valve is closed, the diffuser and/or pre rotation is ready for normal
actuation.
The start sequence has now been completed.
Stop
The stop function ensures that the compressor stops under controlled conditions:
Normal Stop
1. Diffuser moves to MIN position.
2. As soon as the diffuser is in MIN position, the blow-off valve opens quickly.
3. When the blow-off valve is open, the compressor motor stops (however, max. 100
seconds after "Normal Stop" has been activated).
4. Pre rotation moves to MIN position.
5. Lubricating oil pump continues to operate for at least 5 minutes after stop of com-
pressor.
This does not apply to compressors with gears GK2, GK4 and GK200.
Alarm Stop (not oil pressure)
1. Blow-off valve opens quickly (max. 8 seconds after "Alarm Stop" has been
activated).
2. Compressor stops.
3. Diffuser and pre rotation move to MIN position.
4. Lubricating oil pump runs at least 5 minutes after the compressor has stopped.
This does not apply to compressors with gears GK2, GK4 and GK200.
Emergency Stop (only emergency and oil pressure)
1. The compressor stops at once, while the blow-off valve, the diffuser and/or the pre
rotation open simultaneously and move to MIN position.
2. The lubricating oil pump runs for at least 5 minutes after the compressor has stop-
ped.
For KA2-GK2, KA4-GK4 and KA5-GK200 please note:
After each stop the compressor cannot be restarted for 1 minute.

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7.1.2 Controlling the Lubricating Oil System
Electric Oil Pumps
The control system ensures that the electric oil pump starts when the compressor
and/or ventilator for the oil cooler (only when cooling by air) is started. The electric oil
pump shall have been running for at least 1 minute, and the oil pressure shall be
correct, prior to start of the compressor.
Electric and Mechanical Oil Pumps
The control system ensures that the electric oil pump starts when the compressor
and/or the ventilator for the oil cooler (only when cooled by air) is started. The electric oil
pump shall have been running for at least 1 minute, and the oil pressure shall be
correct, prior to start of the compressor.
The compressor and the mechanical oil pump will start simultaneously, while the electric
oil pump will stop approx. 20 sec. after the control system has registered that the oil
pressure is above 1,0 bar.
If the oil pressure drops below 1,0 bar, the compressor's monitoring system will register
this as an error and stop the compressor on "Alarm Stop". The electric oil pump will con-
tinue to run for at least 5 minutes after the compressor has stopped.
Compressors without Oil Pump
Compressors with gears GK2 and GK4 have no oil pump. Here the oil level and not the
oil pressure is controlled.
Compressors with Mechanical Oil Pump
Compressors with gear GK200 only have a mechanical oil pump. The pump starts
directly and the control records the oil pressure during operation. If the oil pressure is in-
sufficient, the control stop the compressors.
Heating Element in Oil Tank
If installed, the heating element, together with the oil pump, will ensure that the oil
maintains a certain minimum temperature.
7.1.3 Actuation of Blow-off Valve, Diffuser and/or Prerotation
The monitoring system ensures that the blow-off valve, the diffuser and/or the pre
rotation are controlled within the range of the respective end stop switches.
7.1.4 Safety Chain (closed-circuit proof)
The Safety Chain consists of minimum 5 signals:

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- oil level and/or oil pressure

- oil temperature
- surging
- recirculation
- motor temperature (motor windings)
If an error occurs from one of the signals, the Safety Chain ensures that the compressor
is stopped at once.
IMPORTANT! Operation without monitoring (Safety Chain) must not take place!
7.1.5 Supply of Auto-control
If the control automation is supplied by Howden, please see the electrical documenta-
tion LC/MCP for further information.
7.2 P/I Diagram
See P/I diagram in section 3 of this volume.
7.3 Compressor Instability (Surge)
7.3.1 Surge
The characteristic curve of a turbo compressor with the diffuser/IGV locked in an ar-
bitrary position, is characterized by intermittent, backward expansion of the medium
through the compressor. This type of operation (surge) is heard as low-frequency pres-
sure thrusts, the frequency of which depends on the compressor type, the construction
of the pipe system, etc.
Operating under these conditions will expose the mechanical parts of the compressor to
heavy loads and should, therefore, be avoided.
If the compressor is operating within the unstable range, the SUC-switch (SU = Surge,
C = Control) will activate the alarm and stop the compressor immediately.
The following malfunction may cause surge:
1. Too high header pressure

2. Too high inlet temperature
3. Decrease in compressor RPM as well as mechanical errors, etc.
7.3.2 Recirculation
The medium recirculates through the compressor, whereby a large amount of energy is
added to a small amount of medium (the medium heats up).
The following malfunctions may cause recirculation when:

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1. the diffuser/pre rotation is closed completely (MIN.-setting of the limit switches has
been moved)
2. the discharge from the blow-off valve is led back to the inlet duct, causing the me-
dium to recirculate for a long time
Operating with recirculation shall be avoided, as it may cause damage through over-
heating, and - at worst - fire in the compressor.
If the compressor is operating for a long time with recirculation, a thermostat with sensor
in the compressor inlet will activate the alarm signal and stop the compressor imme-
diately.
8. INSTRUMENTATION
8.1 General
The instrumentation is based mainly on transmitters that provide signals direct to the
PLC of the compressor control system. Further there are 2 digital trip signals included in
the compressor protection.
The instruments provide signals used as well to protect the compressor as for control of
the process.
Machinery safety is handled by the PLC based on the signals received from the
instruments.
Settings for machinery safety shall not be changed and are protected by password. The
guarantee no longer applies if these settings have been changed
Some of the control limits might, if necessary, be adapted to local conditions.
Further, some signals are used to control and optimize the process. Optimization is
preprogramed and shall not be changed by other than Howden.
Regarding protection of the main drive motor: See operating instructions from the motor
supplier.

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9. START-UP
9.1 Preparations
The list below is applicable to the first start-up.
The automatic control system shall fulfil the minimum requirements as described in § 7.
When the automatic control system is delivered by Howden the customer is referred to
the LC/MCP documentation, which includes operating instructions for the local control
panel.
 Check oil tank for impurities and/or water.
 Fill up the compressors with lubricating oil, check the oil level.
 If lubricating oil has already been filled on, check quality of oil as well as oil level.
 For type of oil, see technical specifications, § 2. Fill on only NEW and absolutely
CLEAN oil. Check oil level with sight glass, dip stick, or the like.
 Check lubricating oil piping for damage that may have occurred during mounting.
 Start lubricating oil pump and check for correct sense of rotation, pressure, etc.
IMPORTANT! Do not let the oil pump run without oil or with the wrong direction of
rotation. Correct sense of direction: Counter - clockwise seen from
the ventilator end.
Very cold oil may cause overload on the pump motor, thus damaging
it. The pump shall not be started if the oil temperature is below 10C.
In case the oil system has been disassembled or modified, the system shall be flushed
with oil that has been by-passed GEAR AND COMPRESSOR, using the procedure
described below:
 Dismount pipe connections leading to gear and compressor from gear and compres-
sor.
 Lead oil back to oil reservoir via CLEAN pipes.
The external oil system is then flushed out for one hour with the oil temperature
above 10C.
Pipe connections are remounted on gear and compressor.
IMPORTANT! Check that the passage through connections to gear and compressor
is free.
The oil system is then flushed out for at least 1/2 hour with the oil temperature above
10C and the oil pressure at 1.5 -3.0 bar.

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Turn the compressor manually, very carefully, one entire revolution in reverse. (This
is easily done by means of the coupling between drive motor and gear). Then flush
further for at least 1/2 hour.
 Check oil filter insert. Clean and/or replace if necessary.
 Check the compressor suction system, silencer(s), compensators and air filters (inte-
rnal/external) for correct mounting and cleanliness.
IMPORTANT! Check especially the area in front of the impeller, the inlet, and the
inlet pipe.
 Check the flexible connection between the inlet pipe and inlet filter/inlet duct for
correct mounting.
 Check diffuser cone, blow-off valve and recirculation valve on pressure side of com-
pressor for correct mounting. The recirculation valve shall be mounted with vertical
shaft. In general an arrow indicates the sense of direction of the air.
 Check recirculation valve for correct function and control. Check the end stop func-
tions.
 Check that function and adjustment of the regulation system of the diffuser are
correct. Check the end stop functions.
 Check IGV control system for correct function and control. Check the end stop func-
tions.
 Check oil cooler for correct function and control.
 When water-cooled, check for leaks and water pressure as well as correct mounting
of pipe connections and valve.
 When air cooled, check fan motor (direction of rotation).
 Check the noise hood fan for correct function and sense of rotation.
9.2 Simulated Test Run of Compressor
In order to check start/stop sequence and cable connections a simulated test run is
performed. May be performed with dismounted coupling lamellas on the motor-end.
When simulating operation, thermostats and pressure switches as well as various safety
monitoring equipment shall be tested with satisfactory results. Pressure and
temperature (see § 2).
 Turn compressor manually to check whether rotation is smooth. This is most easily
done at the coupling between drive motor and gear.
 Start up compressor (motor) briefly, max. 2-3 seconds, to check direction of rotation.
If direction of rotation is wrong, repole motor.

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IMPORTANT! Wrong direction of rotation of the gear for more than a few seconds
may cause permanent damage to gear bearings and journals.
Please note that 15 minutes shall normally elapse before restart (to protect motor
coils).
Check that the coupling mounting and the screw tightening are correct (see § 12).
Check the coupling alignment before start-up (see § 12).
9.3 Test Run of Compressor
During test run the following shall be checked and/or adjusted:
 Opening and closing of blow-off valve. Normally the blow-off valve will indicate
"closed" max. 180 sec. after start-up (depending on valve type and site conditions).
 Function of recirculation-valve.
 Build-up of air pressure in pressure pipe.
 Lubricating oil pressure and temperature shall be stable.
Lubricating oil pressure and temperature during operation (see § 2).
 Function of mechanical oil pump (change from electrical driven pump), if such has
been mounted.
 Lubricating oil cooler adjusted.
When water-cooled, the thermostat valve is adjusted for flushing with water.
When air-cooled, the thermostat is adjusted for start/stop of ventilator motor.
Lubricating oil temperature during operation (see § 2).
 Test diffuser adjustment manually.
 Test pre rotation adjustment manually.
 Test safety monitoring, thermostats and pressure switches as well as emergency

stop during operation.
 Test normal start and stop sequence.
 Motor overload protection (diffuser/pre rotation limitation)(only V-machines).
 Check for oil leaks at operating temperature.
 Check of cable connections from compressor control panel to master control panel.

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9.4 Main Control (if Installed)
Check of start-up of Main Control (MCP), during which start/stop, priority sequence as
well as adjustment procedure for all compressors will be checked.
 Check and adjustment of step controller (adjustment of diffuser/pre rotation (for V-

machines) via mA-signal).
 Check of output signal from pressure and oxygen transmitter.
9.5 During Operation
During operation the following is checked:
Pos. Nos. refer to aggregate drawing/instrument panel drawing. Operating pressure and
temperature (see § 2).
Oil level: Pos. No. S114 Dip stick or

- E130 Sight glass
Oil temperature: Pos. No. E122 Thermometer Min. 10C at start-up.
Oil pressure: Pos. No. E121 Manometer
Hydraulic pressure
on oil cooler: Pos. No. xxx Manometer
Compressor discharge
pressure: Pos. No. xxx Manometer. When discharge pressure
is too low, power consumption shall be
checked. When discharge pressure is
decreasing, power consumption will rise
as the compressor flow is increasing.
Compressor inlet
pressure: Pos. No. xxx Manometer
Compressor discharge
temperature: Pos. No. xxx Thermometer
Vibrations: To be measured in the Howden test

point; 10-1000 Hz: ISO.
Power consumption: Ammeter on control panel. Test e.g. by

means of a tongs ammeter.
Differential pressure
of inlet filter: Pos. No. E137

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9.6 General
When the compressor has been put into operation, the starting priority of the machine
will be changed periodically by the machine operator in order that all compressors of an
installation are frequently in operation and, during a certain period, will be at the same
level of operation hours.
On plants where the diffuser and/or pre rotation system is not frequently run from fully
open to fully closed, due to special operating conditions, the local panel shall be set on
"Manual" at least once a week, and the diffuser and/or pre rotation run from fully closed
to fully open at least twice. This also applies to compressors which are not in operation.
If the compressors have not been in operation for a month, the following procedure shall
be implemented:
The local panel is put in "MANUAL", and the oil pump is started up. When the oil pump
has been running for approximately 1/2 hour, the compressor is rotated at least 5 times
in the normal direction of rotation. This can most easily be done by turning the coupling
between drive motor and gear. The oil pump shall operate at least 1 hour, preferably
more.
9.7 Note after Start-up
1. The screws of the coupling shall be checked after approx. 1000 hours of operation.
2. Operation with electric motor: Grease lubricated bearings shall be lubricated accor-
ding to the prescriptions in the supplier's manual or acc. to indications on the data
plate of the motor. The first lubrication is to take place immediately after start-up
(always with a warm compressor). The lubrications are to be continued at stated
intervals. A scheme of lubrication intervals should be established.
3. Lube oil quality shall be checked according to prescriptions (see § 11.2).
4. Check for oil leakages. Retighten pipe joints, if needed.

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10. FAULT FINDING
During fault finding all operational data shall be compared with the specifications of § 2.
Flow, no pressure at start-up 10.1
Insufficient flow 10.2
Excessive power consumption 10.3
Surge (pressure pulsation)/

Recirculation (overheating) 10.4
Noisy operation/too high vibration level 10.5
Bearing temperature too high 10.6
Lubricating oil pressure too low 10.7
Lubricating oil temperature too high 10.8
The recommendations of each individual supplier are valid for the parts listed below:
Drive motor See instruction later in this volume
Oil pump(s) See instructions in volume “Maintenance”
Oil cooler See instructions in volume “Maintenance”
Oil heater See instructions in volume “Maintenance”

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10.1 No Flow, No Pressure at Start-up
Possible causes: - Drive motor error, current failure.

- Wrong direction of rotation.
NOTE: Drive motor and compressor are rotating in op-

posite directions.
- A coupling or shaft has broken.

- A shaft has been blocked.
10.2 Insufficient Flow
Possible causes: - Blow-off valve completely or partly open.

- Pipe system leaking or a valve is open.
- Inlet guide vanes/diffuser vanes completely closed.
- Pre rotation system/diffuser system partly blocked.
10.3 Excessive Power Consumption
Possible causes: - Low flow pressure compared to design pressure with

stuck pre rotation/diffuser.
- Maladjusted pre rotation/diffuser.
- Mechanical error in gear or compressor (defective

bearings, gearwheels or shaft).
NOTE: If the electric motor has been wrongly poled

(connected to the external power supply), the
power consumption may rise excessively.
10.4 Surge (Pressure Pulsation)/

Recirculation (Over-heating)
Possible causes: - Too low RPM.

- Header pressure too high compared to design pres-
sure (see rating plate).
- Inlet channel/silencer defective/ fouled up.
- Inlet air filters blocked due to fouling (inlet pressure-
loss too high).
- Inlet temperature too high.
- Inlet guide vanes/diffuser vanes maladjusted or too
closed.
- Clearance between impeller and contour ring too
large.
- Impeller damaged.
-Blow-off valve defective. Causes surging only at
start/stop.
- Defective counter valves and blow-off valves

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10.5 Noisy Operation /

Vibration Level too High
Possible causes: Gear:

- Defective gearwheel or bearings.
- Defective coupling or bad alignment.
Compressor:
- Defective bearings.
- Rotor/impeller out of balance.
- Defective sealings.
- Defective coupling or bad alignment.
10.6 Bearing Temperature too High
Possible causes: - Wrong type of oil.

- Defective bearings.
- Insufficient cooling of lubricating oil.
- Insufficient oil feed.
- Lubricating oil pressure too low.
- Defective oil pump.
10.7 Lubricating Oil Pressure too Low
Possible causes: - Defective oil pump.

- Oil filter blocked.
- Oil temperature too high.
- Safety valve defective.
- Leaks on pressure pipe (under tank cover).
- Too low oil level.
10.8 Oil Temperature too High
Possible causes: - Too small water capacity.

- Too high cooling water temperature.
- Too high ambient temperature.
- Wrong type of oil.
- Defective bearings, gearwheels, etc.

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Operation and Maintenance

Manual – KA10SV-GL210 v1.0

Project: NEF10116 Jubail Industrial City Our reference: LSC

Howden Turbo, Allégade 4, DK-3000 Helsingoer, Denmark.

Howden Turbo GmbH

Communication regarding this instruction to:

Operation and Maintenance Manual 01 – Operation Page 2 of 2

GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

 or personnel who has been instructed in handling automation technology equipment as

Operation and Maintenance Manual 01 - Operations Page 1 of 51

Gompressors/ Turbo Blowers

Location of installation: Jubail lndustrial Gity

Machine type: KA10SV-GL210 and

Year of construction: 2020

HV-TURBO machine no. 10116, 10117,10118, 10119, 10120

Manufacturer: Howden Turbo

Brief description of supply: 5 compressors/ turbo blowers

DIRECTIVE 2014l6BlEU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 15 May

DIRECTIVE 201413018U OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 26

DIRECTIVE 20141351EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 26

EC Declaration of Conformity Page 1 of 2

EN ISO 13732-1; EN ISO 13857;EN ISO 13850;EN 1012-1

Other non-harmonized standards:

Company authorised to compile relevant technical documentation

Company: Howden Turbo

Date: /f ^ ll,2ozo sisnature

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EC Declaration of Conformity Page 2 of 2

Safety of Machinery: See the handbook, § 0

Installation: (See the handbook)

Coupling: Check of alignment before start.

Re-tightening: After about 10 operating hours

Electric motors Grease lubricated bearings in electric motors must be lubricated

In case of oil lubricated bearings in electric motor, oil quality and

The customer is obliged to and responsible for compliance with

Operation and Maintenance Manual 01 - Operations Page 2 of 51

0. MACHINERY SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Operation and Maintenance Manual 01 - Operations Page 3 of 51

Electrical Hazard Any contact with electrical high-/low-voltage installations is to be avoided as

Sign: "Warning: Maintenance work in progress".

"The compressor unit is comprehended by Machine Directive 89/392/EEC and

Operation and Maintenance Manual 01 - Operations Page 4 of 51

1. SHIPPING - STORAGE - INSTALLATION

Weight of compressor aggregate: See section 2.

Use of straps: See fig. below.

Operation and Maintenance Manual 01 - Operations Page 5 of 51

It is possible to mount / install the compressor prior to removing a long-term corrosion

The compressor shall be mounted on

1.3.1 Pipe Connections/Permissible Loads

It is essential that there is a flexible connection in the following places:

- between compressor discharge and cone diffuser

Permissible loads: See Technical Information 930910007UK.

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Compressor Alignment in Relation to the Piping

- Do not expose the compensators to torsion.

Operation and Maintenance Manual 01 - Operations Page 7 of 51

ALLOWABLE LOAD ON COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE FLANGE

Reactions of piping systems connected to turbocompressors, if of sufficient magnitude, will result in

Forces in the discharge pipe