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Instruction and Maintenance Manual 

 

 

 
 
 
 

 

 

3 Phase - Belt Driven Compressors 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
IMPORTANT 

  Make  certain  that  persons  who  are  to  use  this  equipment  thoroughly 

read and understand this Instruction Manual prior to operation. 

 

 

 

 

PV0614  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

     

                   

Summary of Contents for Construction Series

Page 1: ...ction and Maintenance Manual 3 Phase Belt Driven Compressors IMPORTANT Make certain that persons who are to use this equipment thoroughly read and understand this Instruction Manual prior to operation PV0614 ...

Page 2: ...ce of the Air Compressor 3 1 Regular Maintenance 14 Chapter 4 Trouble Shooting for the Air Compressor 4 1 Trouble Shooting 17 Appendixes Limited Warranty Policy 23 Please read and understand this manual before operating the compressor Failure to do so could result in death severe injury and or substantial property damage This manual should be considered a permanent part of the compressor and shoul...

Page 3: ...ropriate compressed air treatment equipment will likely result in damage to pneumatic machinery or spray painted finishes Where installed compressed air filtration and or drying equipment should be located downstream from the air receiver tank and ahead of any pressure regulator Lubricators on the other hand should be installed as the last stage of treatment and located behind or downstream from a...

Page 4: ...On Off 8 3 phase contactor wall mount 4 Non Return Valve NRV 9 Oil drain bung 5 Air filters 10 Lifting Points IMPORTANT Improper operation or maintenance of this air compressor could result in serious injury and or property damage thoroughly read and understand this Instruction Manual prior to operating the air compressor 8 2 2 4 10 6 1 5 3 9 7 ...

Page 5: ...vel is correct before operating the compressor If the oil is low add Scorpion Compressor oil or equivalent Aircol PD68 Drain air tank Daily A drain valve is fitted to the bottom of the air receiver tank to permit the release of water condensation that would otherwise corrode the tank and damage pneumatic devices Loosen the drain nut and allow any condensed water to escape once all the air and mois...

Page 6: ...ivery tube the pipe which connects the compressor pump to the non return valve Failure to vent the pressurized air between the pump and the tank will cause excessive current draw on startup which may lead to motor failure For this reason always turn the compressor On and Off via the pressure switch The delivery tube Supplies compressed air from the pump to the tank Only Operate the Compressor on a...

Page 7: ...oor ventilation or on loose surfaces such as dirt dust or sand otherwise abrasive particles will be sucked into the air stream and cause the premature wear of components Your air compressor is not water proof do not attempt to use or store it in the rain snow or any other environment with extreme conditions It has been designed for use and storage indoors Used and maintained correctly your Compres...

Page 8: ...andling equipment that cannot withstand the compressor s maximum design pressure refer to the tank nameplate Rusted cracked or damaged air receiver tanks can explode and cause death or serious injury and must be replaced Drain tank daily or after each use through the valve located at bottom of the tank Release compressed air from tank before servicing do not weld drill or otherwise modify the air ...

Page 9: ...nt as both the motor and compressor unit are air cooled Restrictions to or insufficient air flow will cause overheating Never spray paint in a confined area with the air compressor Operate the air compressor in well ventilated areas free from obstructions Equip areas with fire extinguishers suitable for electrical fires Do not leave nylon material shirts or jumpers on the compressor Store paint th...

Page 10: ...rom the shipping pallet Do not use the timber shipping pallet for mounting the compressor Using a forklift lift off the shipping pallet using the lifting points only and place it close to the 3 phase power outlet Fit the air filters and add oil to the pump as necessary Fit air tap to end of tank and connect to air supply line We recommend that you store the packaging for the duration of the warran...

Page 11: ...h Table 1 Branch piping should be sized in a similar manner but the design flow rate should instead be based on the total air consumption of the tools or appliances running off that branch To allow for vibration and to prevent piping stresses being transmitted to the compressor the connection between the unit s discharge valve and the mainline piping system should be made using a flexible air hose...

Page 12: ...nd the power supply must have compatible voltage phase and frequency characteristics The required size of electrical wiring between the power supply and the electric motor varies according to motor power and other factors use the table below to understand what power is required to operate each size Compressor Adequately sized wiring must be installed to protect against excessive voltage drop durin...

Page 13: ...inue to operate the unit until the source of the problem has been identified and corrected Duty Cycle To maximize service life the air compressor should be adequately sized for its given application It should ideally operate in a repeating run stop or pump unload cycle with total compressor pumping time not exceeding 50 or 30 minutes in every hour on average The elapsed time between the start and ...

Page 14: ...th common refrigeration systems Pre and Post Filters The Pre and Post filters are designed with progressively finer filters to limit contamination by trapping the fine particle matter and separating this matter from the air stream The Pre Filter has a 5 micron filter that will trap most of the bigger contaminates that pass from the compressor The Post filter has a 0 01 micron filter and is designe...

Page 15: ...nance schedule shown has been developed for typical industrial applications in clean indoor environments The service intervals should be shortened in harsher working conditions Regular preventative maintenance is essential for the safety reliability and performance of the compressor and will add years to its useful life 3 1 Regular maintenance schedule Keep your air compressor in good condition re...

Page 16: ...access the filter element Paper air filter elements can be cleaned by gently blowing with compressed air 20psi from the inside out Air filter maintenance Air filter maintenance will be increased when the compressor is used in dusty conditions If it cannot be blown clean or is otherwise torn or damaged the filter element must be replaced Replace the filter every 12 months Do not operate the compres...

Page 17: ...ation to discharge Do not pollute the environment by improper or illegal disposal of the condensation that may contain lubricating oil and or other contaminants Use extreme caution when opening the drain valve if the air receiver tank is pressurized Thumbscrew drain cocks should not be opened more than one full turn Certified external and internal inspections of the air receiver tank should be car...

Page 18: ...the oil through the oil fill hole by inserting a suction probe Oil flows easier if the pump is warm but do not touch the oil in case it is hot Reinstall the oil drain plug tightly before adding the new oil and then finally screw the oil fill cap back in place If the oil changes to a white colour this indicates water contamination If it changes to a dark colour this typically indicates compressor o...

Page 19: ...ng 4 Repair or replace pressure switch or DOL starter 5 Check voltage on all three phases of 415v supply 6 Check no load and full load supply voltage Upgrade power supply circuit if required Disconnect any other appliances on the same supply circuit 7 Allow motor to cool down and manually reset overload relay located inside the DOL starter 8 Replace unloader valve or complete pressure switch 9 Rep...

Page 20: ...and or use larger or additional compressor s 2 Tighten or refit or replace leaking connections or components 3 Clean or replace air filter elements 4 Tighten or replace pulleys as required check alignment and adjust V belt tension 5 Repair or replace head unloaders 6 Replace compressor pump valves and or cylinder head gaskets 7 Replace components or entire compressor pump 8 Repair or replace non r...

Page 21: ...1 Faulty unloader valve in pressure switch 2 Blocked or damaged unloading line 3 Blocked or faulty non return valve 1 Replace unloader valve or complete pressure switch 2 Clean or replace unloading line 3 Clean repair or replace non return valve Short initial discharge of air from 240v pressure switch during pumping mode after starting with nil or low pressure in air receiver tank 1 Correct functi...

Page 22: ...re that the compressor does not tip over during transport especially because of its high centre of gravity Check with the carrier whether lubricating oil must be drained out prior to transport If so ensure that the party receiving the compressor is notified accordingly Keep the compressor covered during transport to prevent the ingress of dust and debris STORAGE Always de pressurize and drain the ...

Page 23: ...ing To the extent permitted by law and subject to this Limited Warranty and as part of the terms of the sale of the equipment or part thereof Austech Industries shall not be liable for any form of loss damage cost injury or harm of any kind whether direct indirect special or consequential howsoever arising from the use or supply of the equipment to the purchaser Exclusions to Limited Warranty Poli...

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