ST16135-00E
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Product Information
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Product Information
3.1
Operating Temperatures
Your compressor will give optimum performance and trouble-free
service life when the bulk oil temperature is maintained between
75°C and 85°C.
Certain operating conditions sustained over a period of time may
cause problems that effect the performance and reliability of this
compressor.
Problems may occur when compressors run for short periods on
low air demand where they don’t reach normal operating
temperatures.
Prolonged use under these conditions can cause condensation
build up within the compressor and may eventually lead to
emulsification of the oil.
Normal operating temperatures are reached in typically 10/15
minutes. To purge condensate from the compressor, a longer
running period with a high air demand is needed, usually a
minimum of 60 minutes will be required.
Conditions or applications which prevent the compressor
temperature stabilising between these parameters should be
avoided.
Single speed HV30-HV45 and all RS units have automatic stop/
start cooling fans that cut in at 85°C operating te mperature.
Consult your local Hydrovane Distributor if you have any particular
concerns about operational characteristics of your compressor.
3.2
High Operating Temperatures
Some of the reasons for high compressor oil temperatures are:
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Low oil level.
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Blocked oil cooler or cooler flow restrictions.
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Wrong type or grade of oil.
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High ambient temperature.
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Cooling fan stopped or operating incorrectly.
NOTE ! The controller display will show a warning when the
compressor temperature reaches 107°C.
NOTE ! The compressor will stop automatically if the temperature
rises above 110°C.
If the bulk oil temperature frequently reads 100°C, then Fluid
Force HPO oil should be used.
3.3
Noise Level
Although the sound pressure level for these units is relatively low,
they should be positioned where noise will not be a problem.
