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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors
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ENSURE THAT THE OPERATOR CAN SEE THE WHOLE COMPRESSOR FROM THE CONTROL PANEL AND
CHECK THE PRESENCE OF ANY UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS IN THE VICINITY OF THE COMPRESSOR.
12.2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
COMPRESSOR WITH AUTOMATIC START
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Check that the supply voltage is the same as the value indicated on the compressor data label.
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Check the condition of the electrical leads and ensure that there is a grounded lead.
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Ensure that there is an automatic disconnect device upstream for the compressor against surges, (see Ref. 3 Fig. 10).
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Connect the compressor power cables with the greatest care, according to the applicable standards. These cables
must be as indicated on the compressor wiring diagram.
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After the first 50 working hours, check that the screws on the electric terminals are tight.
ONLY PROFESSIONALLY SKILLED PERSONNEL SHOULD HAVE ACCESS TO THE ELECTRIC PANEL. SWITCH
OFF THE POWER BEFORE OPENING THE DOOR OF THE ELECTRIC PANEL.
COMPLIANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE REGULATIONS CONCERNING THE ELECTRICALS IS FUNDAMENTAL
FOR OPERATOR SAFETY AND FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE COMPRESSOR
CABLES, PLUGS AND ALL OTHER TYPE OF ELECTRIC MATERIAL USED FOR THE CONNECTIONS MUST BE
SUITABLE FOR THE USE AND COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS STATED BY THE APPLICABLE
REGULATIONS.
12.3 CONNECTION TO THE COMPRESSED AIR NETWORK
Fit a bypass valve Ref. 1 Fig. 10 between the compressor and the compressed air network so that the compressor may
be isolated during maintenance operations.
Condensate must be drained from the oil receiver (manually) Ref. 2 Fig. 10, in accordance with the local regulations.
PIPES, FITTINGS AND CONNECTIONS USED TO INSTALL THE COMPRESSOR MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL
REGULATIONS.
ANY DAMAGE DUE TO FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE PRECAUTIONS GIVEN BELOW CANNOT BE ATTRIBUTED
TO THE MANUFACTURER AND MAY RESULT IN WARRANTY DENIAL.
12.4 STARTING UP
See part B of this manual, Section 20.0