ST16135-00C
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5
Installation and Commissioning
5
Installation and Commissioning
5.1
Positioning Your Compressor - Basic
Requirements
We recommend an approved installation from an authorized
Hydrovane distributor with a service agreement to maintain your
compressor.
Position the compressor/hypac in a room of adequate size on a
firm surface, level in both planes within five degrees of the
horizontal.
Ensure the area has sufficient load-bearing capacity, normally it is
not necessary to bolt the unit down.
Sufficient access (1 metre) for all routine service procedures
should be provided around the unit.
Site the compressor/hypac as far as possible from sources of dirt,
coarse solids, abrasive particles, steam, liquids and gaseous
impurities.
This is an industrial compressor and is intended for installation in
an indoor environment.
Any air connection made to the compressor outlet must be flexible
as the base incorporates resilient mountings.
5.2
Ventilation (Fig. 5.1)
Position the compressor/hypac in a well ventilated location. Do
not restrict the air-flow around the compressor; Do not allow the
hot air discharge to re-circulate into the compressor intake.
Any cooling-air inlet (A) should be positioned low allowing
unrestricted air-flow to the compressor intake. The warm-air outlet
(B) should be positioned high, and well away from the inlet, to
ensure a positive cooling air-flow through the compressor.
For maximum efficiency and reliability, the compressor should be
operated in a moderate ambient temperature. If temperatures
frequently fall below 0°C, consult your Hydrovane Distributor. A
different grade of oil may be required.
Compressor air intake and exhaust grills have captive nuts fitted
as standard to attach ducting.
Air ducting, if fitted, must not cover or restrict the cooling air flow
of the compressor. Total resistance of the system must not
exceed 5mm w.g. (0.2in. water gauge). If resistance is expected
to be greater than 5mm w.g. then fan assistance will be required.
Fig. 5.1 - Compressor Ventilation
5.3
Electrical Connections
WARNING !
CONNECTION TO, OR INSTALLATION OF, AN
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY MUST ONLY BE
CARRIED OUT BY AUTHORISED AND
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS. THEY MUST FULLY
UNDERSTAND AND ADOPT CORRECT AND
SAFE WORKING PRACTICES. ALL ASPECTS OF
THE INSTALLATION MUST MEET THE WIRING
REGULATIONS PRESENTLY IN PLACE.
Before connecting to the mains electrical supply, ensure that the
system can sustain the additional electrical load. To ensure
reliable low resistance joints, make sure that your incoming supply
cables are firmly secured to the starter terminals and that they are
of correct size.
Note that the starter door panel should always be secured by the
supplied key for safety reasons and to prevent unauthorized
access.
Refer to starter circuit diagrams (located inside the starter door
panel) before starting work. Note carefully the instructions given
for earthing, fuses and cable size.
Fuses to BS 88 (Type gG) must be used to protect the
compressor starter, refer to the sizes specified on the starter
circuit diagrams.
Circuit breakers are not recommended since they may not fully
protect the starter contacts in an overload condition.
