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Scroll Enclosure Air Compressors
General Safety Information
(Continued)
15. Always provide a clean air source for your compressor.
Keep all piping direct and short when using an outside
air source.
16. Locate compressor inlet system away from possible
ingestion of fl ammable or toxic vapors, water, dirty air or
air temperatures exceeding 104°F.
17. Never set the pressure to a higher setting than the one
provided from the factory.
18. Check all gauges daily to be sure the compressor is
operating correctly.
19 Follow all directions for maintenance. Check all safety
devices according to instructions.
20. Never attempt to lift or move the compressor except
when using the proper lifting procedures.
21. Make sure all electrical components follow the National
Electric code and all state and local codes when installing
the compressor.
22 Do not operate the compressor if unusual noise or
vibration occurs.
23. Keep all panels in place at all times.
24. Standard motors are not appropriate for dirty, wet or
explosive areas.
25. All service should be performed by trained and qualifi ed
people only.
26. The Drive Belt tension should be checked often during
initial operation of the compressor.
27. Never substitute oil bath or oil wetted fi lters for the inlet
fi lters provided with the compressor.
Installation
INSTALLATION SITE
1. The scroll compressor must be located in a clean, well lit
and well ventilated area. A contaminated area can clog
the intake fi lter and / or intake metal mesh.
2. The area should be free of excessive dust, toxic or
fl ammable gases, moisture and direct sunlight.
3. Never install the compressor where the ambient
temperature is higher than 104°F or lower than 32°F
or where humidity is high. High humidity will cause
electrical short circuit and rusting of components.
4. Clearance must allow for safe, effective inspection and
maintenance. 24 inch of clearance for sides, 40 inch
clearance from the top is recommended.
5. If necessary, use metal shims or leveling pads to level the
compressor. Never use wood to shim the compressor.
VENTILATION
1. If the scroll compressor is located in a totally enclosed
room, an exhaust fan with access to outside air must be
installed.
2. Never restrict the cooling fan exhaust air.
3. Vent the exhaust air outside to prevent the compressor
from operating at high temperatures and shutting down.
4. Never locate the compressor where hot exhaust air from
other heat generating units may be pulled into the unit.
SUGGESTED VENTILATION SYSTEM
1) The following ventilation capacity is designed to keep
the temperature rise inside the room to be max. 10°F.
Since the calculation is based on zero static pressure,
the actual ventilation capacity should be larger than the
capacity value listed in Chart 1.
FRESH
AIR IN
EXHAUST
AIR OUT
FRESH
AIR IN
EXHAUST
AIR OUT
8 inches to
12 inches
Clearance
Setup A
Setup B
Figure 3
Model - Setup B
10 HP
15 HP
20 HP
30 HP
40 HP
Ventilation
Capacity (cfm)
885
1415
1770
2830
3535
Model - Setup A
10 HP
15 HP
20 HP
30 HP
40 HP
Ventilation
Capacity (cfm)
2650
3885
5300
7770
10595
Chart 1
