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MANUAL USE AND MAINTENANCE Edition 12/2012
SILENCED SCREW ROTARY COMPRESSOR UNITS
HP 15-20-25-30-40 KW 11-15-19-22-30
HP 20-25-30-40 (IVR¿) KW 15-19-22-30 (IVR¿)
(IVR ¿): Compressors variable speed
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY OPERATIONS ON THE COMPRESSOR UNIT.
WARNING: THE INVERTER REMAINS CHARGED WITH HIGH VOLTAGE FOR FIVE MINUTES AFTER THE MASTER
SWITCH HAS BEEN OPENED.
ALWAYS WAIT FOR FIVE MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING THE FRONT COVER (INSTRUMENT PANEL).
USE A SPECIFIC INSTRUMENT TO CHECK THAT THERE ARE NO DANGEROUS VOLTAGES BEFORE
PERFORMING OPERATIONS ON THE INVERTER OR MOTOR.
CONTENTS
PART A: INFORMATION FOR THE USER PART B: INFORMATION RESERVED FOR TECHNICALLY SKILLED
PERSONNEL
1.0 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS 20.0 STARTING UP
2.0 INTENDED USE 21.0 GENERAL ORDINARY MAINTENANCE REQUIRES
TRAINED PERSONNEL
3.0 OPERATION 22.0 CHANGING THE OIL
4.0 GENERAL SAFETY STANDARDS 23.0 CHANGING THE OIL SEPARATING FILTER
5.0 DESCRIPTION OF DANGER SIGNALS 24.0 OLEOPNEUMATIC DIAGRAM
6.0 DANGER ZONES 25.0 CALIBRATIONS FOR DRYER
7.0 SAFETY DEVICES 26.0 "IVR" VARIABLE SPEED
8.0 POSITION OF PLATES
9.0 COMPRESSOR ROOM
10.0 TRANSPORT AND HANDLING IMPORTANT: A COPY OF THE WIRING DIAGRAMS CAN BE FOUND
INSIDE THE ELECTRIC BOARD OF THE COMPRESSOR.
11.0 UNPACKING
12.0 INSTALLATION
13.0 DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA
14.0 MACHINE ILLUSTRATION
15.0 ORDINARY MAINTENANCE TO BE DONE BY THE USER
16.0 PERIODS OF INACTIVITY
17.0 SCRAPPING THE UNIT
18.0 LIST OF SPARE PARTS FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
19.0 TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND EMERGENCY REMEDIES
BEFORE REMOVING THE PROTECTIVE GUARDS TO CARRY OUT ANY MAINTENANCE ON THE MACHINE, SWITCH OFF THE
ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY AND DISCHARGE THE RESIDUAL PRESSURE INSIDE THE UNIT.
ALL WORK ON THE ELECTRIC PLANT, HOWEVER SLIGHT, MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY PROFESSIONALLY SKILLED
PERSONNEL.
THIS MACHINE CORRESPOND TO THE ESSENTIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FORESEEN FROM THE EUROPEAN STANDARD (2006/42
CE).
THE LUBRICATING LIQUIDS AND OTHER EVENTUAL FLUIDS MUST NOT BE DISCHARGED IN THE ENVIRONMENT. THESE POLLUTING
AND HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS MUST COMPULSORY BE DISPOSED BY CHARGING AUTHORISED AND SPECIALISED FIRMS
ACCORDING TO THE DIFFERENT TYPOLOGY OF PRODUCT.
DIFFERENTIATE THE COMPRESSOR COMPONENTS ACCORDING TO THE DIFFERENT CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS (PLASTIC,
COPPER, IRON, OIL FILTER, AIR FILTER ECC…)
The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for damage caused as a result of negligence or failure to abide by the instructions given above.
NOT RESPECTING THE ABOVE MENTIONED PRESCRIPTION CAN RESULT IN AIR RECEIVER BURSTING HAZARD.
The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for damage caused as a result of negligence or failure to abide by the instructions given above.
The compressor units use single-stage screw rotary air compressors with oil injection.
The system is self-bearing and does not require bolts or other devices to anchor it to the floor.
The unit is completely assembled in the factory; the necessary connections for setting it up are:
• connection to the power mains (see installation chapter)
• connection to the compressed air network (see installation chapter)
2.0 INTENDED USE
The compressor has been built to supply compressed air for industrial use.
The machine cannot be used in premises where there is a risk of fire or explosion or where work is carried out which releases
substances into the environment which are dangerous with regard to safety (for example: solvents, inflammable vapours, alcohol,
etc.).
In particular the appliance cannot be used to produce air to be breathed by humans or used on direct contact with foodstuffs. These uses
are allowed if the compressed air produced is filtered by means of a suitable filtering system (Consult the manufacturer for these special
uses.) This appliance must be used only for the purpose for which it was specifically designed.
All other uses are to be considered incorrect and therefore unreasonable.
The Manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage resulting from improper, incorrect or unreasonable use.
3.0 OPERATION
3.1 OPERATION FOR COMPRESSOR
The electric motor and the compressor unit are coupled by means of a gear transmission.
The compressor unit takes in the outside air through the suction valve. The air taken in is filtered the cartridge fitted upstream from the
suction valve. Inside the compressor unit, the air and the lubricating oil are compressed and sent to the oil separating tank where the oil is
separated from the compressed air; the air is then filtered again by the oil separating cartridge to reduce the amount of suspended oil
particles to a minimum. At this point the two flows (of oil and air) are sent to two separate coolers where they are cooled, using a flow of air
taken from the environment by a special fan inside the machine.
The cooled oil returns to the circuit while the compressed air passes the using network.
3.2 OPERATION FOR DRYER
Dryer operation is described below. The gaseous refrigerant coming from the evaporator (4) is sucked by the refrigeration compressor (1)
and it is pumped into the condenser (2). This one allows its condensation, eventually with the help of the fan (3); the condensed refrigerant
passes through the dewatering filter (8) and it expands through the capillary tube (7) and goes back to the evaporator where it produces the
refrigerating effect.
Due to the heat exchange with the compressed air which passes through the evaporator against the stream, the refrigerant evaporates and
goes back to the compressor for a new cycle. The circuit is equipped with a bypass system for the refrigerant; this intervenes to adjust the
available refrigerating capacity to the actual cooling load. This is achieved by injecting hot gas under the control of the valve (9): this valve
keeps constant the pressure of the refrigerant in the evaporator and therefore also the dew point never decreases below 0 °C in order to
prevent the condensate from freezing inside the evaporator.
The drier runs completely automatically; it is calibrated in the factory for a dew point of
5 °C and therefore no further calibrations are required.
The appliance may be used only by specially trained and authorized personnel.
Any tampering with the machine or alterations not approved beforehand by the Manufacturer relieve the latter of responsibility for any
damage resulting from the above actions.
The removal of or tampering with the safety devices constitutes a violation of the European Standards on safety.
ATTENTION: UPSTREAM OF THE MACHINE INSTALLAN ISOLATOR KNIFE-SWITCH WITH AN AUTOMATIC CUTOUT AGAINST
CURRENT SURGES AND EQUIPPED WITH A DIFFERENTIAL DEVICE FOR CALIBRATIONS SEE WIRING DIAGRAM.
ALL WORK ON THE ELECTRIC PLANT, HOWERE SLIGHT, MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY
PROFRSSIONALLY SKILLED PERSONEL.
FIG. 3
2 1
3 2
5
2
1 2 3 7 8
FIG. 3A
5
2
3
8
5 5
2
1
3
1 2 3 5 8
FIG. 4
1
FIG. 5
3
4
1
5 6
FIG. 6
1
2
IVR
FIG. 7
1) Identification plate
FIG. 8
FIG. 9
FIG. 11
11.0 UNPACKING
After removing the packing, ensure that the machine is unbroken and that there are no visibly damaged parts.
If you are in doubt, do not use the machine but apply to the manufacturer technical assistance service or to your dealer. The packing
material (plastic bags) must not be left within the reach of children or abandoned in the environment, as they are a potential source of
danger and pollution. Dispose of these materials in the approved collection centres.
12.0 INSTALLATION
12.1 POSITIONING
After unpacking the equipment and preparing the compressor room, put the machine into position, checking the following items:
• ensure that there is sufficient space around the machine to allow maintenance (see Fig. 12).
1 FIG. 12
1
2
2
ENSURE THAT THE OPERATOR CAN SEE THE WHOLE MACHINE FROM THE CONTROL PANEL AND CHECK THE
PRESENCE OF ANY UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS IN THE VICINITY OF THE MACHINE.
ONLY PROFESSIONALLY SKILLED PERSONNEL MAY HAVE ACCESS TO THE ELECTRIC PANEL. SWITCH OFF THE
POWER BEFORE OPENING THE DOOR OF THE ELECTRIC PANEL.
COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE CONCERNING ELECTRIC PLANTS IS FUNDAMENTAL FOR
OPERATOR SAFETY AND FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE MACHINE.
CABLES, PLUGS AND ALL OTHER TYPE OF ELECTRIC MATERIAL USED FOR THE CONNECTION MUST BE SUITABLE
FOR THE USE AND COMPLYING WITH THE REQUIREMENTS STATED BY THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
Fit a manual interception valve Ref. 1 between the machine and the compressed air network so that the compressor may be isolated during
maintenance operations (see figure 13 ) .
PIPES, FITTINGS AND CONNECTIONS USED FOR THE CONNECTION OF THE ELECTROCOMPRESSOR TO THE
COMPRESSED AIR NETWORK MUST BE SUITABLE TO THE USE ACCORDING TO THE PRESCRIPTIONS OF THE
REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN THE COUNTRY OF USE.
FIG. 13
THE COMPRESSOR MUST BE CONNECTED TO A TANK
COMPLETE WITH SAFETY VALVE (CAT. “IV” P.E.D. 97/23).
ALWAYS USE A
FLEXIBLE PIPE
1 ALWAYS USE A
FLEXIBLE PIPE
1
3
The manual drainage Ref. 2 the condensate automatic Ref. 3 Fig. 13, are led outside the machine with a flexible pipe that may be
inspected. Drainage must comply with the local regulations in force.
ALL DAMAGE DUE TO THE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INDICATIONS CANNOT BE ATTRIBUTED TO THE
MANUFACTURER AND MAY CAUSE INVALIDITY OF THE GUARANTEE CONDITIONS.
12.4 STARTING UP
See part B of this manual, Chpter 20.0
13.0 DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA
HP 15 - kW 11 HP 20 - kW 15 HP 25 - kW 18,5 HP 30 - kW 22 HP 40 - kW 30
HP 20 - kW 15 HP 20 - kW 15 HP 25 - kW 18,5 HP 25 - kW 18,5 HP 30 - kW 22 HP 30 - kW 22 HP 40 - kW 30 HP 40 - kW 30
Max.
4 7 9,5 7 9,5 12,7 4 7 9,5 7 9,5 12,7 4 7 9,5 7 9,5 12,7 4 7 9,5 7 9,5 12,7
pressure bar
Standard air
capacity 189 169 145 134 132 119 204 200 181 152 151 142 235 234 209 183 181 176 279 278 256 233 232 219
m3/h:
Noiose
product. 65 64 66 65 67 66 68 67
dB(A)
Noiose
product. with
air receiver
69 68 70 69 71 70 - -
500 l. dB(A)
Power HP -
20 / 15 25 / 18,5 30 / 22 40 / 30
KW
Oil operation
timer setting 110
°C
Oil load lt. ~ 12,2
bar
Type Freon Nominal Nominal Nominal MAX.
Power Power
Dryer Weight R 134a Kg. Power W
Kg. w w
50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz
A7 53 0,650 0,650 711 776,5 82 95 793 871,5 bar 13
A8 65 0,650 0,650 996 1035 126 90 1122 1125 bar 13
4 FIG. 15
20
18
15
12
14 10
15
16
17
11 8 1
7
9
3
2
13
6
24
26
29
21 Refrigerant compressor
22 Condenser
23 Motor fan 22
24 Evaporator 25
25 Condensate drain
26 Hot gas by-pass valve 27
27 Refrigerant filter
28 Expansion capillary tube 21
29 Pressure switch 28
30 Air tank 23
BEFORE CARRYING OUT THE OPERATION TEST, READ CAREFULLY AND ACQUIRE A GOOD KNOWLEDGE OF THE
COMMAND FUNCTIONS.
FIG. 16
2
1) Control card
2) Emergency stop button
with mechanical seal and
rotation release
1
14.3 AIRCONTROL 5.0 CONTROLLER (Standard controller for fixed speed compressors )
FIG. 17
1 13 9
8
3 12
15 10
S3
2 6
1 4
5
16 14 17 7
There is an electronic controller on the electric panel ; this controller includes the display of the functions as shown in figure 17.
CAUTION: WAIT AT LEAST 45 SECONDS BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE AFTER SWITCH OFF.
Introduction:
The Aircontrol 5.0 controller performs the following functions:
- Compressor control
- Compressor protection
- Maintenance monitoring
- Automatic restart after supply interruption (optional).
Automatic control of the compressor
The controller maintains the outlet pressure within defined limits, commanding the load and unload operations of the compressor. Various
parameters are considered, among them are: the unload pressure, the load pressure, the minimum stop time and the maximum number of motor
starts.
Compressor protection
Shutdown
If element outlet temperature of the element exceeds the programmed shut down level, the compressor will be stopped. This will be indicated on
the display (3). The compressor will be stopped also in case of motor overload.
Tab. A
Ref. Name Description
Emergency stop push button Push the button to stop the compressor immediately in case of an emergency. After
S3
remedying the trouble, unlock the button by pulling it out and press the reset key (4).
Stop button Push the button to stop the compressor. The led (10) switches off. The compressor will
stop after running in unloaded conditions.
1
Start button Push the button in order to start the compressor. The led (10) lights up, indicating that
the controller is operating automatically the compressor.
2
3 Display It shows the operating conditions of the compressor, the actual measured values and
the programmed parameters.
Reset button Button to reset the service timer, a shut-down condition, or in order to return to a
previous visualization on the display.
4
Enter key Key to select or to confirm a parameter, or to open a sub display.
5
6 Voltage on led It indicates that the voltage is switched on
Voltage on symbol
7
8 General alarm led It is lit in case of warning condition.
It blinks in case of shut-down or emergency stop condition.
General alarm symbol
9
10 Automatic operation led It indicates that the controller is operating the compressor automatically. The
compressor is loaded, unloaded, stopped and restarted depending on the air demand
and on the limitations programmed in the controller.
The led is lit in during the automatic operations.
It blinks when the unit is remotely controlled.
Automatic operation symbol
11
12 Service warning led It is lit in case of service is needed
Service warning symbol
13
Downward scroll key Key to scroll downward through the screens or to decrease a parameter value.
14
Upward scroll key Key to scroll upwards through the screens or to increase a parameter value.
15
Left scroll key Key to scroll left through the screens or to increase a parameter value.
16
Right scroll key Key to scroll right through the screens or to increase a parameter value.
17
Motor stopped.
3)
Main screen
When the voltage is switched on, the main screen is shown automatically, indicating the operation status of the compressor and the outlet
temperature.
example:
The display is showing that the compressor is running loaded (when the horizontal arrow is blinking) and the outlet pressure is 6.8bar.
Consult the service dept. if <test> appears on the display.
Blinking
The screen shows that the temperature at the compressor element outlet is 107°C.
Using the keys (14) and (15), it is possible to scroll through other screens to check the actual status of other parameters.
Stop the compressor using the button (1) and wait until the compressor stops.
Open the disconnect switch in the supply line of the compressor.
Dew-point temperature
For compressors with integrated dryer:
If the dew point temperature exceeds the warning level (not programmable), the alarm led (8) will lit up and the related pictograph will appear
blinking.
Main screen with warning dew point temperature
Blinking
Press the arrow key (14) until the actual dew point appears:
Press the arrow key (14) until the actual compressor element temperature appears:
The screen shows that the temperature at the outlet of the compressor element is 122°C.
Open the disconnect switch in the supply line of the compressor.
Motor overload
In case of motor overload, the compressor will be shut-down, the alarm led (8) will blink, the automatic operation led (10) will switch off and the
following type of screen will appear:
Take care that the shut-down “Overload motor” appears in case of main motor overload or incorrect phase sequence (detected by phase sequence
relay) or overtemperature detected by temperature switch.
Open the disconnect switch in the supply line of the compressor.
The screen shows that the reading of the service timer is 4002h.
Using the keys (14) or (15), scroll to the screen <d.01> and the running hours symbol will be shown.
Press the key (5) and the actual running hours will appear in <hrs> (or in <x1000hrs> if the value is higher than 9999).
Press the scroll key (14) until the scree <d.06> appears, then press enter key (5):
This screen shows the unit used is <hrs> (or <x1000 hrs>) and the value 1191: the compressor has run 1191 h since the previous service.
Scroll buttons (14) can be used to scroll through all screens. The screens are divided into register screens, measured data screens, digital
input screens (numbered as <d.in>, <d.1>, ...), parameter screens (numbered as <P.1>, <P.2>, ...), protections screens (numbered as
<Pr.2>,...) and test screens (numbered as <t.1>,...).
During scrolling, the numbers of the screens appear consecutively. For most screens, the unit of measurement and the related pictograph are
shown together with the screen number.
Example
The screen shows the screen number <d.1>, the unit used <hrs> and the related symbol for running hours. Press Enter key (5) to call up the
actual running hours.
<P.2> Setting a node ID for LAN control and the channels for Mk 4
and Mk 5
<P.3> Settings for IP, gateway and Subnet mask
Introduction
The electronic controller has following functions:
• Controlling the compressor
• Protecting the compressor
• Monitoring components subject to service
• Automatic restart after voltage failure (option)
Shut-down warning
A shut-down warning level is a programmable level below the shut-down level. If one of the measurements exceeds the programmed shut-
down warning level, this will also be indicated to warn the operator before the shut-down level is reached.The shut-down warning appears in
case of:
• Too high temperature at the compressor element outlet
• Too high ot too low dew-point temperature for dryer equipped units
In chapter “Shut-down warinig visualization” it’s explained how it appears on the display, how to recognize which is the warning and how to
solve it.
Service warning
If the service timer exceeds a programmed value, this will be indicated on the display to warn the operator to carry out some service actions.
Provided the controller is in the automatic operation mode, the compressor will automatically restart when
the supply voltage to the module is restored.
Control panel
FIG. 17A
Running unloaded
Running loaded
Or
Network control
Shutdown
Warning
Not valid
System icons
Icon Description Icon Description
Compressor element (LP, HP, ...) Motor
Menu icons
Icon Description Icon Description
Inputs Event history (saved data)
Counters Setpoint
Test Information
Service General
Navigation arrows
Up Down
Main screen
Function
The Main screen is the screen that is shown automatically when the voltage is switched on and one of the keys is pushed. It is switched off
automatically after a few minutes when no keys are pushed.
Typically, 5 different main screen views can be chosen:
• Two value lines
• Four value lines
• Chart (High resolution)
• Chart (Medium resolution)
• Chart (Low resolution)
Typical Main screen (2 value lines), fixed speed compressors Typical Main screen (4 value lines), fixed speed
compressors
Text on figures
(1) Compressor Outlet
(2) Element outlet
(3) Load, ... (text varies upon the compressors actual condition)
(4) Menu
(5) Running hours
(6) Load relay (one of the input signals of fixed speed compressors) Flow (compressors with frequency converter)
Section A shows information regarding the compressor operation (e.g. the outlet pressure or the temperature at the compressor outlet). On
compressors with a frequency converter, the load degree (flow) is given in % of the maximum flow.
Section B shows Status icons. Following icon types are shown in this field:
• Fixed icons
These icons are always shown in the main screen and cannot be selected by the cursor (e.g. Compressor stopped or running, Compressor
status (running, running unloaded or motor stopped).
• Optional icons
These icons are only shown if their corresponding function is activated (e.g. week timer, automatic restart after voltage failure , etc.)
• Pop up icons
These icons pop up if an abnormal condition occurs (warnings, shutdowns, service,...)
To call up more information about the icons shown, select the icon concerned using the scroll keys and press the enter key.
Section C is called the Status bar. This bar shows the text that corresponds to the selected icon.
To activate an action button, highlight the button by using the Scroll keys and press the Enter key. To go back to the previous menu, press
the Escape key.
Chart views
Instead of viewing values, it is also possible to view a graph of one of the input signals (see section Inputs menu) in function of the time.
When Chart (High Resolution) is selected, the chart shows the variation of the selected input (in this case the pressure) per minute. Also the
instantaneous value is displayed. The screen shows the last 4 minutes.
The switch button (icon) for selecting other screens is changed into a small Chart and is highlighted (active).
When the Chart (Medium Resolution) is selected, the chart shows the variation of the selected input per hour. The screen shows the last 4
hours.
When the Chart (Low Resolution) is selected, the chart shows the variation of the selected input per day. The screen shows the evolution
over the last 10 days.
Select the layout required and press the Enter key. See also section Inputs menu.
Calling up menus
Description
When the voltage is switched on, the main screen is shown automatically (see section Main screen):
To go to the Menu screen, highlight the Menu button (4), using the Scroll keys. Press the Enter key to select the menu. Following screen
appears:
The screen shows a number of icons. Each icon indicates a menu item. By default, the Pressure Settings (Regulation) icon is selected. The
status bar shows the name of the menu that corresponds with the selected icon.
Use the Scroll keys to select an icon. Press the Escape key to return to the Main screen.
To check which is the warning, highlight the yellow triangle, using the Scroll keys. Press the Enter key and it will appears the Protections
menu as in picture above in the right side. Press Enter key and then in the display will appear the list of the Protection that are active on the
controller. Use Scroll key to check all the protections and the one who is causing the warning will be highlighted as in picture below:
Stop the compressor pressing the button (11) in the Fig. 17A and wait until the compressor stops.
Open the disconnect switch in the supply line of the compressor.
WARNING: Before carrying out any maintenance the machine must be stopped, cut off the machine from the electrical
mains and from the compressed air distribution circuit, check that the machine is not under pressure.
Inspect the compressor and remedy.
To check which is the shutdown, highlight the red icon, using the Scroll keys. Press the Enter key and it will appears the Protections menu
as in picture above in the right side. Press Enter key and then in the display will appear the list of the Protection that are active on the
controller. Use Scroll key to check all the protections and the one who is causing the shutdown will be highlighted as in picture below:
Take care that the shut-down “Overload motor” appears in case of main motor overload or incorrect phase sequence (detected by phase
sequence relay) or overtemperature detected by temperature switch.
Open the disconnect switch in the supply line of the compressor.
WARNING: Before carrying out any maintenance the machine must be stopped, cut off the machine from the electrical
mains and from the compressed air distribution circuit, check that the machine is not under pressure.
Inspect the compressor and remedy.
After remedying and when the shut-down condition has disappear, switch on the voltage and restart the compressor.
Inputs menu
Function: to display the actual value of the measured data (analog inputs) and the status of the digital inputs (e.g. emergency stop contact,
motor overload relay, etc.) and to select the digital input to be shown on the chart in the main screen.
Procedure
Starting from the main screen (see Main screen),m ove the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key.
Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Inputs icon, as shown in the following screen:
Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears:
(1) Inputs
(2) Compressor outlet
(3) Element outlet
(4) Ambient air
(5) Emergency stop
The screen shows a list of all inputs with their corresponding icons and readings.
If an input is in warning or shutdown, the original icon is replaced by the warning or shutdown icon respectively (i.c. the Stop icon and the
Warning icon in the screen shown above).
A small chart icon, shown below an item in the list means this input signal is shown on the chart at the main screen. Any analog input can
be selected.
Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears:
(1) Outputs
(2) Fan motor contact
(3) Blow-off contact
(4) General shutdown
(5) Automatic operation
Counters
Function: to call up the running hours, the loaded hours, the number of motor starts, the number of hours that the regulator has been
powered and the number of load cycles.
Procedure: starting from the Main screen (see Main screen), move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Using the
Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Counters icon (see below)
Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears:
(1) Counters
(2) Running hours
(3) Motor starts
(4) Load relay
VSD 1-20 % rpm in % (the percentage of the time during which the motor speed
(5) was between 1 and 20 %) (compressors with frequency converter)
The screen shows a list of all counters with their actual readings.
Note: the example above is for a frequency converter driven compressor. For a fixed speed compressor, the actual screen will be somewhat
different.
Next, use the scroll buttons to go to the Status icons (see Main screen) and select the Regulation icon (2). When the icon is active, this icon
is highlighted with a grey background colour.
Press the enter button:
After selecting the required regulation mode, press the enter button on the controller to confirm your selection. The new setting is now
visible on the main screen. See section Used icons for the meaning of the icons.
To activate the remote start/stop please contact the customer centre.
Service menu
Function: to reset the service plans which are carried out, to check when the next service plans are to be carried out, to find out which
service plans were carried out in the past and to modify the programmed service intervals.
Procedure: starting from the Main screen (see Main screen), move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key.
Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Service icon (see below).
(1) Service
(2) Overview
(3) Service plan
(4) Next service
(5) History
Scroll through the items to select the desired item and press the Enter key to see the details as explained below.
(1) Overview
(2) Running Hours
(3) Real Time hours
(4) Reset
Example for service level (A): the figures at the left are the programmed service intervals. For Service interval A, the programmed number of
running hours is 4000 hours (upper row, green) and the programmed number of real time hours is 8760 hours, which corresponds to one
year (second row, blue). This means that the controller will launch a service warning when either 4000 running hours or 8760 real hours are
reached, whichever comes first. Note that the real time hours counter keeps counting, also when the controller is not powered.
The figures at the end of the bars are the number of hours to go till the next service intervention. In the example above, the compressor was
just started up, which means it still has 4000 running hours or 8299 hours to go before the next Service intervention.
Service plans
A number of service operations are grouped (called Level A, Level B, etc...). Each level stands for a number of service actions to be carried
out at the time intervals programmed in the controller.
When a service plan interval is reached, a message will appear on the screen.
After carrying out the service actions related to the indicated levels, the timers must be reset. From the Service menu above, select Service
plan (3) and press Enter. Following screen appears:
In the example above, the A Service level is programmed at 4000 running hours, of which 0 hours have passed. History
The History screen shows a list of all service actions done in the past, sorted by date. The date at the top is the most recent service action.
To see the details of a completed service action (e.g. Service level, Running hours or Real time hours), use the Scroll keys to select the
desired action and press the Enter key.
Regulation menu
Function: on fixed speed compressors , the operator can program two different pressure bands. This menu is also used to select the active
pressure band.
Procedure: starting from the Main screen (see Main screen), move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key.
Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Setpoint icon (see below).
(1) Regulation
(2) Unloading pressure 1
(3) Loading pressure 1
(4) Unloading pressure 2
(5) Loading pressure 2
(6) Modify
The screen shows the actual unloading and loading pressure settings for both pressure bands. To modify the settings, move the cursor to
the action button Modify and press the Enter key. Following screen appears:
The first line of the screen is highlighted. Use the Scroll keys to highlight the setting to be modified and press the Enter key. Following
screen appears:
The upper and lower limit of the setting is shown in grey, the actual setting is shown in black. Use the ↑ or ↓ key of the Scroll keys to modify
the settings as required and press the Enter key to accept.
If necessary, change the other settings as required in the same way as described above.
Press the Enter key. The list of last shut-down and emergency stop cases is shown.
This submenu screen shows again a number of icons. By default, the User Password icon is selected. Also the status bar shows the name
of the menu that corresponds with the selected icon.
General menu
Function: this menu covers a list of general settings:
• Language
• Time
• Date
• Date Format
• Units
Procedure: starting from the submenu screen (see Modifying general settings), using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the General icon
(see below).
Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears:
(1) General
(2) Language in use
(3) Time
(4) Date
(5) Date format
(6) Modify
A screen similar to the one above is shown, a selection bar is covering the first item (Language). Use the ↓ key of the Scroll keys to select
the setting to be modified and press the Enter key.
To modify, select the Modify button using the Scroll keys and press the Enter key.
A pop-up screen appears. Use the ↑ or ↓ key to select the required parameter and press the Enter key to confirm.
Restart delay This parameter allows to programme that not all compressors are restarted at the same time after a power failure
(ARAVF active).
Compressor element outletThe regulator does not accept inconsistent settings, e.g. if the warning level is programmed
at 95 ˚C (203 ˚F), the minimum limit for the shut-down level changes to 96 ˚C (204 ˚F). The
recommended difference between the warning level and shut-down level is 10 ˚C (18 ˚F).
Delay at shut- down signal Is the time for which the signal must exist before the compressor is shut down. If it is required to program this
setting to another value, consult your supplier.
Minimum stop time Once the compressor has automatically stopped, it will remain stopped for the minimum stop time, whatever
happens with the net air pressure. Consult your supplier if a setting lower than 20 seconds is required.
Unloading/ Loading The regulator does not accept illogical settings, e.g. if the unloading pressure is programmed at 7.0 bar(e) (101
pressure psi(g)), the maximum limit for the loading pressure changes to 6.9 bar(e) (100 psi(g)). The recommended
minimum pressure difference between loading and unloading is 0.6 bar (9 psi(g)).
BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE IT IS OBLIGATORY TO STOP THE MACHINE AND DISCONNECT IT FROM
THE POWER MAINS AND FROM THE COMPRESSED AIR DISTRIBUTION NETWORK.
The maintenance jobs described in this chapter may be carried out by the user.
The more complex maintenance jobs which require professionally skilled personnel are listed in the chaper on GENERAL ROUTINE
MAINTENANCE. (See Chap. 21.0)
15.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
15.2 MAINTENANCE PROGRAMME
OPERATIONS THAT MAY BE CARRIED OUT BY THE USER
OPERATIONS THAT REQUIRE SKILLED PERSONNEL; THESE OPERATIONS ARE ILLUSTRATED IN PART B OF THIS
MANUAL.
These maintenance intervals are recommended for work environments that are not dusty and are will ventilated. For particularly dusty
environments, double the frequency of controls.
Every Day (after use) Drain condensate from the air tank
Check automatic condensation emptying (dryer)
Clean the filter of theautomatic discharge of condensate (dryer)
Every 4000 hours Clean the finned surface of the air-oil cooler
Change the filtering panel (IVR)
Replace the oil separator filter
3A FIG. 18
3
1
7
FIG. 19A
- Clean the filter with a jet of air, working from inside to outside, DO NOT USE WATER OR SOLVENTS. Alternatively, fit a new filter.
- Clean the disk on which the filter rests with a clean cloth.
- Fit the filter and the cover.
- If necessary, dispose of the old filter in conformity with the local regulations in force.
- Close the panel Ref. 2 Fig. 19.
BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE IT IS OBLIGATORY TO STOP THE MACHINE AND DISCONNECT IT FROM
THE POWER MAINS AND FROM THE COMPRESSED AIR DISTRIBUTION NETWORK.
The automatic and manual condensation drain must be checked (Rif. 1 every 500 hours and Ref. 2 every day (after use)) Fig. 20.
Proceed as follows:
- Press the "TEST" button, Ref. 1 Fig. 20, for a few seconds to check if the condensation is correctly emptied from the drainage pipe
- Check manual condensation emptying from the tank, to ensure that condensation is correctly emptied from the valve, Ref. 2 Fig. 20
(PURGE EVERY DAY AFTER USE ).
FIG. 20
6 5
1A
4
1
15.8 CLEAN THE DIRT COLLECTION FILTER FOR DRYER (ON THE DRYER IF FITTED)
Proceed as follows:
- Close the tap Ref. 4 Ref. 20
- Depressurise the dryer by pressing the "TEST" condensation emptying button (for about 10-20 seconds) Ref. 1 Fig.20
- Switch off the machine with pushbutton Ref. 1A Fig. 20: in this way the machine stops after idle time running.
- Turn off the disconnect switch, Ref. 5 (on the screw-compressor) and Ref. 6 (on the dryer if fitted) Fig. 20.
- Release pressure from the machine by turning on the tap Ref. 2 Fig. 20.
- Remove the panel Réf. 3 Fig. 20
- Remove the stopper Ref. 7 Fig. 20
- Remove the filter Ref. 8 Fig. 20
- Clean the filter with a jet of air, working from inside to outside
- Install the filter, fix the plug.
BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE IT IS OBLIGATORY TO STOP THE MACHINE AND DISCONNECT IT FROM
THE POWER MAINS AND FROM THE COMPRESSED AIR DISTRIBUTION NETWORK.
FIG. 21
3 2
Fig. A
FIG. 22
6 5
7
3
During periods of inactivity the weather must be protected against atmospheric agents, dust and humidity which could damage the motor
and the electrical system.
To restart the machine after periods of inactivity, consult the manufacturer.
If the machine is to be scrapped, it must be dismantled into parts of the same material, to be disposed of according to the local regulations
in force.
ALWAYS RESPECT THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE FOR DISPOSING OF OLD OIL AND OTHER POLLUTING MATERIALS
SUCH AS SOUND-DEADENING, INSULATING FOAM, ETC.
HP 15 HP 20 HP 25 HP 30 HP 40
kW 11 kW 15 kW 18,5 kW 22 kW 30
Ref DESCRIPTION Code
8 10 13 8 10 13 8 10 13 8 10 13 8 10 13
bar bar bar bar bar bar bar bar bar bar bar bar bar bar bar
1 Suction air filter 6211472350
2 Oil filter 6211472250
3 Separator cartridge 6221372450
3 Separator cartridge 6221372550
- Oil 6215714100
3 FIG. 23
IVR
N.B. OPERATIONS MARKED MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY PROFESSIONALLY SKILLED PERSONNEL APPROVED THE
MANUFACTURER
ALL WORK MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY PROFESSIONALLY SKILLED PERSONNEL. BEFORE CARRYNG OUT ANY
MAINTENANCE JOBS IT IS OBLIGATORY TO STOP THE MACHINE AND DISCONNECT IT FROM THE POWER MAINS.
19.1 TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND EMERGENCY REMEDIES FOR SCREW COMPRESSOR (CONTROLLER AIRCONTROL 5.0
(Standard controller for fixed speed compressors )
FAULT FOUND POSSIBLE CAUSES OBSERVATIONS
1) The machine does not start 1A - no power - check the power supply line,
Chapter 12.2
1B - the transformer protection device has - replace fuses
tripped
2) The machine does not start 2A - Phases incorrect - Verify phases sequence
the pilot lamp (Ref. 8 Tab. A) is flashes. 2B - the main motor protection device has - to check possible motor failure
The pictograpf appears intermittently tripped
(Ref. 7 Tab. B) 2C – Temperature switch on element oulet -environment temperature too high;
has tripped improve ventilation in the compressor
room, Chapter 9.2
- cooling radiator is dirty, clean the
radiator
- oil level too low; top up the oil tank
3) The machine does not start 3A - The oil high temperature protection has - environment temperature too high;
the pilot lamp (Ref. 8 Tab. A) is flashes. tripped improve ventilation in the compressor
The pictograpf appears intermittently room, Chapter 9.2
(Ref. 5 Tab. B) - cooling radiator is dirty, clean the
radiator
- oil level too low; top up the oil tank
4) The compressor does not reach working 4A - the compressed air consumption is
pressure too high
4B - the discharge electrovalve remains
closed. - check the electric system
5) Excess oil consumption 5A - deteriorated oil separating filter - change the oil separating filter,
oil level is too high Chapter 23
19.2 - PRESSURE LOWER THAN RATED PRESSURE (GRAPHIC CONTROLLER 5.1 for fixed compressor (Option) and VSD
compressor.)
FAULT FOUND POSSIBLE CAUSES OBSERVATIONS
1) The machine does not start 1A - no power - check the power supply line,
Chapter 12.2
1B - the transformer protection device has
tripped - replace fuses
2) The machine does not start 2A - Phases incorrect - Verify phases sequence
the pilot lamp (Ref. 5 Fig.17A) is flashes. 2B - the main motor protection device has - to check possible motor failure
The pictograpf appears intermittently tripped
(Status icons Shutdown) 2C – Temperature switch on element oulet -environment temperature too high;
has tripped improve ventilation in the compressor
room, Chapter 9.2
- cooling radiator is dirty, clean the
radiator
- oil level too low; top up the oil tank
3) The machine does not start 3A - The oil high temperature protection has - environment temperature too high;
the pilot lamp (Ref. 5 Fig.17A) is flashes. tripped improve ventilation in the compressor
The pictograpf appears intermittently room, Chapter 9.2
(Status icons Shutdown) - cooling radiator is dirty, clean the
radiator
- oil level too low; top up the oil tank
4) The compressor does not reach working 4A - the compressed air consumption is
pressure too high
4B - the discharge electrovalve remains
closed. - check the electric system
5) Excess oil consumption 5A - deteriorated oil separating filter - change the oil separating filter,
oil level is too high Chapter 23
2B) The dryer is working outside its rating -Check the flow rate of treated air
-Check the room temperature
-Check the air temperature at the drier
inlet.
The starting system of the motor is -Check the running and starting relays
defective. and condensers (if any)
6) The machine has stopped and does not The overload protection with has
restart even after a few minutes. intervened: make reference to
2B-2C-3A.
PART “B”
THIS PART “B” OF THE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL IS RESERVED FOR PROFESSIONALLY SKILLED PERSONNEL
APPROVED THE MANUFACTURER
WARNING: THE INVERTER REMAINS CHARGED WITH HIGH VOLTAGE FOR FIVE MINUTES AFTER THE MASTER SWITCH
HAS BEEN OPENED.
ALWAYS WAIT FOR FIVE MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING THE FRONT COVER (INSTRUMENT PANEL).
USE A SPECIFIC INSTRUMENT TO CHECK THAT THERE ARE NO DANGEROUS VOLTAGES BEFORE PERFORMING
OPERATIONS ON THE INVERTER OR MOTOR.
20.0 STARTING UP
BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY OPERATION ON THE MACHINE, ENSURE THAT THE ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY HAS
BEEN DISCONNECTED.
20.1 PREPARING FOR SETTING UP
After checking everything as indicated in Chap. 12.0, (installation) folow the instructions
- Remove the brackets that hold the compressor-motor group to the base. These brackets, which are painted red, are required only during
transport. The brackets may be removed with a spanner (size 13).
N° 2 Brackets for
transport only
FIG. 24
3
2
1
OIL
ALL WORK ON THE ELECTRIC PLANT, HOWEVER SLIGHT, MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY PROFESSIONALLY SKILLED
PERSONNEL.
ATTENTION: wait al least 45 seconds before starting the machine after a switch off
FIG. 25
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
These maintenance intervals are recommended for work environments that are not dusty and are will ventilated. For particularly dusty
environments, double the frequency of controls.
Every Day (after use) Drain condensate from the air tank
Check automatic condensation emptying (dryer)
Clean the filter of theautomatic discharge of condensate (dryer)
Every 4000 hours Clean the finned surface of the air-oil cooler
Change the filtering panel (IVR)
Replace the oil separator filter
N.B.: THE OPERATIONS MARKED ARE DESCRIBED IN PART "A" OF THIS MANUAL ON CHAPTER 15.2
FIG. 26
2
OIL
3
THE OLD OIL MUST BE DISPOSED OF IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
NOTE ON LUBRICANTS
When delivered the machine is filled with oil.
In normal conditions of use, these lubricants have proved to be able to withstand use for as many as 4.000 hours. However, due to the
external polluting agents that get into the compressor with the air that it takes in, it is advisable to change the oil at more frequent intervals,
as indicated on the routine maintenance chart. If the compressor is being used at high temperatures (continuous operation above 90 °C) or
in particularly severe conditions, we advise changing the oil at shorter intervals than those recommended in the maintenance chart.
DO NOT TOP UP WITH DIFFERENT OILS
1 FIG. 27
Modulation pressure
always P0 - 0,5 bar
System pressure maintained at
variable speed by the
compressor
TIME