Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
5.5 - 15 kW
GB
FORMULA
Fig. 1
1030
615
204
480
1045
262
273
D1 = 5.5-7.5 kW
D2 = 11-15 kW
227 D1
273 D2
560
945
390
227 D1
273 D2
395
430
180
545
Fig. 2
1045
465
GENESIS 275 l
1030
204
615
Fig. 3
480
945
262
273
D1 = 5.5-7.5 kW
D2 = 11-15 kW
227 D1
273 D2
560
945
390
227 D1
273 D2
395
465
1645
800
480
1180
Fig. 4
II
1015
530
600
GENESIS 500 l
1030
204
615
Fig. 5
480
945
262
273
D1 = 5.5-7.5 kW
D2 = 11-15 kW
227 D1
273 D2
945
390
227 D1
273 D2
395
465
1645
800
1015
530
600
1260
1960
Fig. 6
III
MODULO
Fig. 7
1030
204
615
480
1045
262
273
D1 = 5.5-7.5 kW
D2 = 11-15 kW
227 D1
273 D2
560
945
390
227 D1
273 D2
395
430
180
545
Fig. 8
IV
1045
465
MODULO 270 l
1030
204
615
Fig. 9
480
945
262
273
D1 = 5.5-7.5 kW
D2 = 11-15 kW
227 D1
273 D2
560
945
390
227 D1
273 D2
395
465
800
480
1180
Fig. 10
1645
1015
530
600
MODULO 500 l
1030
204
615
Fig. 11
480
945
262
273
D1 = 5.5-7.5 kW
D2 = 11-15 kW
227 D1
273 D2
560
945
390
227 D1
273 D2
395
465
800
1015
1645
530
600
1260
1960
Fig. 12
VI
VA
EV
PC
PE
SPA
Fig. 13
BF
VT
TRL
CT
PF
FA
FO
FD
ES
FU
VS
RA / RO
PP
SS
Fig. 14
MP
VII
FORMULA 11 - 15 kW
BA 51
PS
EV
VA
PC
PE
BF
SPA
Fig. 15
VR
TRL
CT
PF
FA
FO
FD
ES
FU
VS
MA
RA / RO
SS
MP
Fig. 16
PP
VIII
FORMULA 15 kW
BA 69
PS
EV
PC
PE
SPA
BF
VR
CF / FA
Fig. 17
TRL
CT
PF
VA
FO
FO
ES
VS
FU
MA
RA / RO
SS
MP
Fig. 18
PP
IX
EV
VA
PC
PE
SCE
BF
SF
VT
Fig. 19
TRL
PF
CT
FA
FO
ES
FD
FU
VS
MA
RA / RO
SS
PP
Fig. 20
MP
PS
EV
MODULO 11 - 15 kW
BA 51
VA
PC
PE
SCE
BF
VR
SF
SS
Fig. 21
TRL
CT
FA
PF
FO
FD
ES
FU
VS
MA
RA / RO
PP
SS
Fig. 22
MP
XI
PS
MODULO 15 kW
BA 69
EV
PC
PE
SCE
BF
VR
CF / FA
Fig. 23
TRL
CT
PF
VA
FO
ES
FD
FU
VS
MA
RA / RO
PP
SS
MP
Fig. 24
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Legenda
Rif.
Italiano
English
Franais
Deutsch
Espaol
BF
Blocchetto di
ltrazione
Groupe de
ltration
Halter fr l und
Abscheiderlter
Bloque de
ltracin del aceite
CE
Cassetta elettrica
Starter/control box
Armoire lectrique
Starter/Kontroll Box
Cuadro elctrico
CF
Luftlterbehlter
CT
Cinghie di
trasmissione
Transmission
belts
Courroies de
transmission
Antriebsriemen
Correas de
transmisin
DI
Display
Display
Ecran-afcheur
Display
Visor
DO
Scarico olio/
Drenaggio olio
Orice de vidange de
lhuile
l Auslass
ES
Essiccatore
Dryer
Scheur
Trockner
Secador
EV
Elettroventilatore
Electric fan
Ventilateur lectrique
Elektrolfter
Electroventilador
FA
Filtro aria
Air lter
Filtre air
Luftlter
Filtro de aire
FD
Filtro disoleatore
Filtre sparateur
Feinabscheider
Filtro disoleador
FFA
Luftlter Clip
FO
Filtro olio
Oil lter
Filtre huile
l-Filter
Filtro aceite
FU
Feritoia uscita
aria calda
Orice de sortie
de lair chaud
GP
Patentierter Verdichter
Grupo de bombeo de
tornillo patentado
K1/K9
Schalter der
Kontroll-Anzeige
L1/L5
Led
MA
Mandata aria
Refoulement dair
Druckluft Auslass
Salida aire
MP
Motore principale
Electric motor
Moteur principal
Elektromotor
Motor principal
PA
Preltro aspirazione
Suction prelter
Pr-ltre daspiration
Ansaugvorlter
Preltro apiracin
PC
Pannello di controllo
Control panel
Panneau de commande
Kontroll-Anlage
Tablero de control
PE
Pulsante di arresto di
emergenza
Not-Ausschalter
Pulsador de
emergencia
PF
Pannello frontale
Front panel
Panneau avant
Frontseite
Panel frontal
PP
Pannello posteriore
Rear panel
Panneau arrire
Hintere Abdeckung
Panel trasero
PPA
Pannello preltro
aspirazione
Panneau du prrltre
daspiration
Abdeckung der
Ansaugvorlters
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Legenda
Rif.
Italiano
English
Franais
Deutsch
Espaol
PS
Pannello superiore
Top panel
Panneau suprieur
Oberseite
Panel superior
Raccordo
Fitting
Raccord
Anschlu
rACOR
RA/RO
Radiatore aria
Radiatore olio
After cooler
Oil cooler
Radiateur sir
Radiateur huile
Luftkhler
l-Khler
Radiador de aire
Radiador de aceite
RF
Rotore femmina
Female rotor
Rotor femelle
weiblich Lufer
Rotor hembra
RLMAX
Riferimento
di livello max. olio
Repre de niveau
maximum huile
Bezug Max.lstand
RLMIN
Riferimento
di livello min. olio
Repre de niveau
minimum huile
Bezug Mindestlstand
RM
Rotore maschio
Male rotor
Rotor mle
mnnlich Lufer
Rotor macho
RSC
Rubinetto scarico
condensa
RSO
Robinet dvacuation
de lhuile
lablahahn
Grifo de descarga de
aceite
SA
Serbatoio aria
Air receiver
Rservoir air
Lufttank
Depsito de aire
SCE
Sportello cassetta
elettrica
Panneau
armoire lectrique
Starter/Kontroll Box
seite
Puerta del
quadro elctrico
SF
Sportello ltri
Filter panel
Filterklappe
SPA
Sportello angolare
Corner panel
Panneau angulaire
Eckklappe
Puerta angular
SS
Serbatoio
separatore
miscela aria/olio
Air-oil separator
receiver
Rservoir
sparateur du
mlange air/huile
Luft/l-Abscheider
Depsito
separador mezcla
aire - aceite
STO
Sensore di temperatura
olio
Capteur de temprature
de lhuile
l-Temperaturfhler
Sensor temperatura
aceite
TM
Targhetta metallica
dati macchina
Serial number
and general
machine data plate
Plaquette
mtallique
didentication
machine
Seriennumer und
allgemeine
Maschinen Daten
TO
Tappo olio
Bouchon de
remplissage huile
l-Filter
Verschluss
TRL
Tubetto di riferimento
livello olio
Tube de rfrence
niveau huile
Bezugsleitung
lstand
VA
Valvola di
aspirazione
Intake valve
Soupape
dadmission
Ansaugventil
Vlvula de
aspiracin
VR
Valvola di ritegno
e di minima
pressione
Minimum
pressure and
check valve
Clapet de
retenue et de
pression minimum
MindestdruckKontrollventil
Vlvula de
retencin y de
presin mnima
VS
Valvola
di sicurezza
Safety valve
Soupape
de surpression
Sicherheitsventil
Vlvula
de seguridad
VT
Valvola
termostatica
Thermostatic valve
Soupape
thermostatique
Thermostatventil
Vlvula
termosttica
Robinet de vidange de
Kondenswasser
leau de condensation du
Ablasshahn des Luftanks
rservoir air
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Grifo de descarga de
la condensacin del
depsito de aire
Table of contents
1
Foreword
20
Symbols
2.1 Symbols in the manual
2.2 Compressor symbols
2.3 Control panel mc2 symbols
21
Warranty terms
23
24
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
21
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General data
24
24
Air receiver
25
Compressor
25
25
25
27
Dryer
87
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4.9
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Clearance requirements
and system layouts
Safety precautions
27
28
5.1
General precautions
5.2
7.2
7.3
30
Handling instructions
30
30
Air connection
94
Electrical connection
33
33
28
35
35
35
7.2.1
36
7.2.2
38
7.4
7.5
41
7.4.1
42
7.4.2
Menu tree
(control and programming)
43
44
44
46
51
52
54
56
58
58
Compressors in sequence
61
Troubleshooting
62
9.3
62
63
63
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9.4
64
9.5
64
9.6
65
10 Maintenance
66
66
67
68
maintenance
10.2 General
operation table
10.3 Replacement of the suction prelter
10.4 Cleaning or replacing the air lter
oil level, topping up and
10.5 Checking
changing the oil
the oil lter and the
10.6 Replacing
separator lter
10.7 Draining the condensate
10.8 Replacing the fuses
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68
69
71
71
73
75
76
77
12 Diagrams
78
78
80
80
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84
85
86
87
12.8
12.9
Pag. 19
88
89
Foreword
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on buying this compressor and thank you for your condence in our Company.
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The machine in your possession is a lubricated rotary screw compressor, incorporating state-of-the-art
compressed air technology.
The GENESIS - FORMULA - MODULO series screw compressors are characterised by high energy output
and low noise.
Major features incorporated in the design phase include versatility of use, reliability, low running and
maintenance costs, compact size, and top ight performance. This range of compressors has also been
designed and constructed complying with the strict quality control standards that are one of the main features
of all products manufactured at our plants.
The product is EC marked and complies with current European Directives, as shown in the Declaration of
Conformity attached to this handbook.
The compressor must be installed by specialized personnel of authorized service Centres.
Before starting the machine, read all sections of this handbook and always comply with the
instructions provided which explain correct use and routine maintenance of the compressor
and the precautions to be taken to ensure operator safety.
This manual must always accompany the compressor so that it is available for all those working with it.
As concerns general maintenance, we recommend arranging a scheduled maintenance contract with our
authorized Centres.
Symbols
Symbols in the manual
2.1
This symbol indicates that the instructions manual should be read with great care before carrying out any operation on the machine
This symbol highlights operations or types of behaviour that could result in fatal injury or serious accidents to operators who must always be informed of these and take the necessary
precautions.
This symbol also accompanies the description of operations that require special attention on the part of the user.
You will nd this symbol next to the descriptions of operations which must be carried out by
authorized service Centres only
This symbol is provided to remind you that waste oil, condensate and lters removed from the
machine are polluting materials and must be disposed of in compliance with local laws
Compressor symbols
2.2
This symbol means that you must not put your hands inside the machine when it is
running
This symbol indicates the presence of rotating parts inside the compressor
Do not carry out maintenance or repair operations when the machine is running
This symbol indicates the presence of electrical power inside the machine
This symbol indicates the direction of rotation of the main electrical motor and fans
This symbol indicates the presence of high temperature components inside the compressor
P. 21 - Chap. 2 Symbols
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2.3
RESET
ESC
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-
This symbol indicates switching on of LEDs L4 and L5 (red) indicating AUTORESTART and
REMOTE/PROGRAM located on the electronic control unit
This symbol indicates a message on the display of the electronic control unit
P. 22 - Chap. 2 Symbols
Warranty terms
The product was tested before delivery. The machine is guaranteed for twenty-four months from the date of
the invoice.
The warranty is valid only if the purchaser has complied with contractual and administrative regulations and if
the compressor has been installed and operated according to the instructions provided in this handbook.
The Customer is required to ll out all parts of the warranty card and send it within thirty days from the date
of purchase (as attested by the postmark).
According to the terms of the warranty, the Manufacturer undertakes only to repair or replace, free of charge,
the product or parts of this found to be faulty following examination by the Manufacturers technical personnel or authorised repair company. Labour and transport are, in any case, excluded from the clauses of this
warranty, and they will therefore be charged to you.
The warranty, which excludes all and any liability for direct or indirect injury or damage, is restricted only to
construction and manufacturing defects of machine components.
The warranty does not include parts which, due to their specic use, are liable to wear and tear such as seals,
belts, etc. and all consumables such as air lter, oil lter, oil separator lter, etc The warranty does not cover
repairs due to damage caused by insufcient or incorrect maintenance or unsuitable application..
The warranty shall be null and void in the case of failure to comply with the instructions given in this handbook,
use of non-original spares and scheduled maintenance carried out directly by the Customer without the related
invoice for the original parts.
The information given in this handbook is for guidance purposes only and is not binding. The Manufacturer
reserves the right to make any product modications it considers necessary without prior notice.
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Performance and
specications
4.1
General data
Model Pressure
bar
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5.5
8
10
13
15
7.5
8
10
13
15
11
8
10
13
15
15
15
8
10
13
15
8
10
13
15
Motor
power
Air end
kW
5.5
7.5
11
Capacity
Oil
m3/min
Kg
Weight
Dimensions
Noise
levels*
mm
dB(A) - Lp(A)
Kg
Base
270 l
500 l
BA51
0.78
0.69
0.54
0.40
270
+
28
dryer
355
+
28
dryer
414
+
28
dryer
66
BA51
1.20
1.04
0.80
0.64
275
+
28
dryer
360
+
28
dryer
419
+
28
dryer
68
BA51
1.65
1.40
1.17
0.95
275
+
32
dryer
360
+
32
dryer
419
+
32
dryer
69
300
+
32
dryer
385
+
32
dryer
444
+
28
dryer
69
286
+
32
dryer
371
+
32
dryer
430
+
32
dryer
69
15
BA51
15
BA69
2.01
1.72
1.49
1.16
2.32
1.93
1.62
1.30
4.2
PF
4.3
Air receiver
Capacity of 270 or 500 litres according to model; type approved at 11 or 17 bar depending on the model.
4.4
Compressor
5.5-15 kW
Patented VT series air-end unit, single stage, BA51 model, oil
injection lubricated
RM
15 kW
Patented VT series air-end unit, single stage, BA69 model, oil
injection lubricated:
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4.5
Compressor start-up
Fixed speed motors
Two-pole, closed, three-phase asynchronous motor (rated speed of 3000 rpm at 50 Hz, 3600 rpm at 60 Hz,
protection rating IP54, insulation class F, service class S1, reference MP in Figs. 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24)
Variable speed motors
Four-pole closed three-phase asynchronous motor (rated speed of 1500 rpm at 50 Hz, protection rating IP54,
insulation class F, service class S1, reference MP in Figs. 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24), intended for use at variable
speed through powering with inverter
Electric fan
Fan coaxial to the electrical motor (reference EV in Figs. 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23)
Drives
Compressor motor - drive by means of removable taper bushing pulleys and toothed V-belts (reference CT
in Figs. 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23)
Electric fan: direct, co-axial transmission
4.6
Three-phase power supply; voltage and frequency according to rating data. Supply cables with a minimum
cross-section area as shown in tables 1and 2. Mains fuses and ground circuit breaker as shown in the following table.
Pressure
Power cable
cross-section area
Main fuses AM
(motor rated) or ground
circuit breaker setting
Circuit breaker
bar
mm2
8
10
13
2.5
16
16
7.5
8
10
13
15
20
20
11
8
10
13
15
25
25
15
8
10
13
15
10
40
40
15
8
10
13
15
10
40
40
Model
Pressure
Power cable
cross-section area
Main fuses AM
(motor rated) or ground
circuit breaker setting
Circuit breaker
bar
mm2
8
10
13
25
25
Model
5.5
15
400 V
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5.5
15
7.5
8
10
13
15
10
40
40
11
8
10
13
15
16
50
50
15
8
10
13
15
25
63
63
15
8
10
13
15
25
63
63
230 V
4.7
Total capacity:
7 Kg
Top up with lubricated and cooling uid with the same specications as the lubricated and cooling uid in
the machine (synthetic coolant I.E. ABAC DURALUBE may be specied)
Contact the Manufacturers technical Department before using lubricated and cooling uids with other
specications
4.8
Dryer
Thermostat controlled cooling cycle, direct expansion, with Freon R134a gas; pressure dew point
temperature 3C, clean air ltering degree 0,01mm.
Filtration degree:
Oil carryover:
1 m.
0,1 mg/m3
4.9
The tables with the overall dimensions of the compressor are provided in gures 1-12
The hydraulic/pneumatic system diagram and the wiring diagrams (operation and location) are shown in
Chapter 12
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Safety precautions
General precautions
5.1
Use of the machine by unskilled personnel without adequate supervision is not allowed.
Keep children and animals away from the working area.
Do not direct compressed air jets towards yourself or other people.
Always use goggles to protect your eyes from objects which can be lifted by the jet of air.
Never operate on the machine with bare feet or wet hands.
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The compressor is designed solely to produce compressed air and cannot therefore be used for
any other type of gas.
The compressed air produced by the machine cannot be used for respiratory assistance,
pharmaceutical or sanitary purposes or in production plants where the output air comes
into direct contact with food products unless an additional adequate air treatment system
is employed
The air taken in by the compressor must be absolutely free of dust, vapours, explosive or ammable gases,
solvents or powder paints and toxic fumes of any type.
Use of compressed air requires knowledge of and compliance with the safety precautions to be adopted for the
individual applications (inating, pneumatic tools, painting, washing with water-based detergents only, etc.).
Machine operation is fully automatic.
The machine carries out the various work cycles, as required by the user, according to the settings.
After use, stop the machine and disconnect the main panel power.
Use of the machine for other purposes shall be considered as improper use and the Manufacturer shall not
be liable for any resulting damage or injury.
5.2
Routine maintenance operations can be carried out by the user as described in this handbook.
Only the use of original spare parts will guarantee long, safe and reliable service life of the equipment
Refer to Chapter 10 for instructions on the operations that can be carried out by the user.
All major maintenance operations can be carried out only by the specialised personnel of
authorised Service Centres
Disconnect the power supply, vent the air and wait for the machine to cool before performing
any operation or removing the guards
After disconnecting the power, lock out the circuit breaker to prevent accidental start-up
while operating on the compressor. Additionally, close the shut-off valve between the compressor and the line
All the air has been discharged from the machine when pressure gauge MPI shows zero
pressure
No changes must be made to machine internal electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic circuits and/or to the settings. In particular, do not modify the maximum working pressure values and the valve settings, especially
the safety valves.
Do not use solvents, ammable or toxic uids to clean the machine parts. Use alkaline detergents only. Never
use detergents to clean the motor or the electrical/electronic components.
Do not weld or carry out mechanical machining operations on the receivers. If damaged or rusted, replace
the parts, as they are subject to specic safety regulations.
At the end of each operation, ret the guards carefully. Comply with the same precautions for initial startup.
Remember that waste oil, condense and machine lters are polluting materials. Dispose of
these products in compliance with local legislation
Careful scheduled maintenance will contribute to maintaining machine efciency and user safety conditions
in time.
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Handling and
installation
6.1
Handling instructions
Use a forklift truck to handle the compressor
making sure that the forks are positioned in the
machine base unit supporting feet (Fig. 27).
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Lift the machine from the front only both for the
basic version and version with receiver.
For the machine with 270 lt receiver, the
maximum width of the forks is 540 mm; no
restriction exists for the machine with 500 lt
receiver.
Make sure the load is properly balanced.
Fig. 27
Fig. 28
Receivers under pressure, even if small, must never be transported
6.2
General remarks
The machine should be installed by authorised Service Centre skilled personnel to ensure that machine
installation site is suitable.
The machine is ready to be installed and does not require foundations. Site the compressor on level ground,
in a stable position, with the weight evenly distributed on the supports.
The environmental conditions that represent the operating range of the compressor are indicated below:
- Maximum installation altitude (above sea level) ................................................................................ :1000 m
- Minimum ambient temperature ......................................................................................................... :+5 C
- Maximum ambient temperature ........................................................................................................ :+40 C
Machine performance, as indicated in this handbook, is guaranteed only if the machine is installed at an
altitude below the operating limit indicated.{228}
Contact the Manufacturers Technical Department in the case of particular environmental conditions.
Outdoor installation
Figure 29 shows an example of outdoor
installation.
The compressor must be protected against
atmospheric agents. Suitable protection is
required if the compressor is located outdoors.
Comply with the minimum distance from the
walls (0.6 mm).
max. 5000
min. 3000
600
Fig. 29
Indoor installation
The machine is not suitable for use in environments with a risk of explosion.
The air taken in by the compressor must be absolutely free from dust, vapours, explosive
or ammable gas, solvents or paint powder and toxic fumes of any sort. Replace the lters
more frequently - with special reference to the air lter - if the machine is used in critical
environments (presence of ceramic, marble, cement, dust, etc.).
The dimensions of the installation site and
ventilation devices must ensure that ambient
temperature remains within the limits indicated
during duty cycle operating conditions.
If a suitable hot air discharge opening is not
provided, install one or more air evacuation
hoods. The hoods should be installed as
high as possible in relation to the dimensions of the premises.
Fig. 30
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600
600
Fig. 32
6.3
Air connection
When connecting the compressor to the receiver or to the distribution line, it is good practice to insert a hose
of suitable size and specications (pressure and temperature) connected to the MA sleeve (Figs. 14, 16, 18,
20, 22, 24). The compressed air lines must be in perfect conditions and suitably fastened.
In particular, hoses which are not perfectly secured may cause severe injuries due to unpredictable movements. Make sure that the hose ends are rmly secured before pressurizing them.
The condensate drain must be connected to a collection system with a suitable pipe as established by local
regulations for the disposal of polluting substances.
Electrical connection
6.4
The electrical power system must include a main circuit breaker with line sectioning function that can be
padlocked, with fuses or thermal cut-out suitably rated according to the characteristics of the machine, and a
device against accidental contacts in order to protect personnel.
The setting of the safety devices and the rating of the line circuit breaker must comply with the indications
provided in the table of paragraph 4.6.
The circuit breaker must be positioned close to the machine. Comply scrupulously with specic local accident
prevention regulations.
The power cables must have an adequate cross-section area for current take-off (see the table in paragraph
4.6).
Electrical systems must comply with the rules of good workmanship and be installed by a qualied electrician
who must check the efciency of the earthing system.
The power cable must be secured in the specic glands and the electrical panel must be tightly closed to
achieve the prescribed IP44 protection rating.
Connect the machine only to type-approved sockets. The sockets must be earthed and tested.
Have correct fastening of the electrical cables of the various components checked regularly by qualied
personnel.
Chapter 12 contains the operational and layout wiring diagrams of the auxiliary and power circuits. The same
diagrams are also shown inside the machine control box.
6.5
This paragraph describes how to congure the compressor for remote starting and stopping of this.
Alternatively, it is also possible to check operating mode (load / unload) or both functions by means
of an external control logic.
The operations described must be carried out by a qualied electrician.
To congure the remote control of the compressor, rst of all remove the jumper between terminals 3 and 38
of the terminal strip inside the electrical cabinet (see wiring diagrams in Chapter 12)
One or two switches must be installed as described below according to whether only switching ON/OFF
and/or operating mode is to be controlled.
G
B
38
G
B
7.1
N.B.: The Customer is responsible for installing the machine and making the required electrical and
air connections.
Initial system start-up must be carried out by skilled personnel who will make the various
checks required and follow the respective instructions.
Each machine was thoroughly tested at the plant before shipping.
You should monitor the compressor during the rst hours of operations to check for faults.
Follow the installation prescriptions given in chapters 5 and 6
Remove all packaging materials and tools
Connect the compressor to the distribution line as shown in paragraphs 6.2 and 6.3
Check the oil level in the receiver: see paragraph 10.5. If the level is low, top up with lubricating oil of
suitable specications
Check for correspondence between the compressor plate data with the actual specications of the
electrical system. A variation of 10% with respect to the rated value is allowed
Connect the machine to the electrical system as described in paragraph 6.4
Compliance with the correct voltage phase
sequence is fundamental since this denes the
direction of rotation of the motor. The direction
of rotation must be that indicated by the adhesive label located to the side of the screw unit
(gure 33).
Note that even a few seconds of incorrect rotation
may cause serious damage.
A phase sequence checking device to prevent
mistakes is tted in the electrical panel.
Fig. 33
The machine is now ready to be started.
Before starting the machine read the following paragraph and chapter 10 on maintenance
operations for in-depth knowledge of the machine.
7.2
The compressor is tted with a control panel (reference PC gures 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23) for setting up and
monitoring machine operation. The operating parameters were entered by the Manufacturer during testing.
The parameters were tested for several hours in the various operating conditions.
The features offered by this electronic control system includes:
Fully automatic compressor operation
Real-time operating parameter display
G
B
G
B
7.2.1
K4
K5
K7
K6
K8
K9
Fig. 35
K1
K2
L1 L3 L2 K3 L4
RESET
K3
RESET button
Makes it possible to reset compressor fault messages after eliminating the causes of these. As the faults can be
displayed only in the main screen page, the RESET key is effective only during display of this.
During parameter modication operations, the RESET key can be used to restore the preset factory (default)
value for the type of compressor selected
ESC
K4
ESC button
Used to return to the main menu (previous level) or to cancel the modications made.
If the key is held down, the control unit returns to the main screen page.
If OFF, back-lighting of the display is re-activated the rst time the key is pressed without performing any other
function
K5
UP arrow key
Used for upward scrolling of menu items;
during setting of multiple-choice parameters. makes it possible to select one of the available options.
K6
DOWN arrow key
Used for downward scrolling of menu items;
during setting of multiple-choice parameters. makes it possible to select one of the available options.
If OFF, back-lighting of the display is re-activated the rst time the key is pressed without performing any other
function
+
-
K7
PLUS key
Makes it possible to increase the value of the parameter being modied.
Starting from the main screen page, permits access to additional information and scrolling of this
If OFF, back-lighting of the display is re-activated the rst time the key is pressed without performing any other
function
K8
MINUS key
Makes it possible to decrease the value of the parameter being modied
Starting from the main screen page, permits access to additional information and scrolling of this
If OFF, back-lighting of the display is re-activated the rst time the key is pressed without performing any other
function
K9
ENTER / CONFIRM key
Used to access the menu displayed (next level).
Starting from the main screen page, makes it possible to access the menu tree.
Used to conrm the value or selection made during modication of a parameter.
If OFF, back-lighting of the display is re-activated the rst time the key is pressed without performing any other
function
L3
Alarm LED (red)
This LED switches on (steady light) to indicate that the compressor has been blocked by a serious fault; the type
of fault is described with a message in the main screen page. Once the fault has been reset, the LED starts to
ash, informing the operator that the situation can be reset with the RESET key
L4
AUTORESTART LED (red)
This LED switches on when the AUTORESTART function is enabled.
In the case of automatic restart following a blackout (AUTORESTART function enabled) the LED ashes to indicate
that the compressor is about to restart. The display shows the countdown to restart
L5
REMOTE / PROGRAM functions active LED (red)
This LED switches on when the remote control function or one of the programming functions (daily-weekly) is
enabled.
If the compressor is installed in line with other similar compressors and communication on a CAN-BUS is enabled,
LED L5 assumes other functions. Refer to chapter 8 Compressors in sequence
G
B
Display
DI
DI Multi-function display
Back-lit LCD display with four lines of twenty characters each: shows compressor operating conditions and is used
to carry out all programming and control operations
7.2.2
G
B
7.3
When the machine is switched on (powered) the control unit starts the initial sequence and prepares to control the
compressor.
According to the sequence, with the LP led ON steadily, the following screen page must be shown on display DI:
This screen page indicates:
LINE 1
LINE 2
LINE 3
LINE 4
<<<<mc2>>>>
Ve r s . S o f t . : 1 . 0 . 0 . 1
S/N: 000-00-01-00001
After a few seconds, the display shows the main screen page:
This screen page indicates:
LINE 1
LINE 2
LINE 3
LINE 4
XX.X bar
Pressione
Temperatura XXX C
Pronto allavvio
10:40 DOM 25/05/2003
c)
d)
If the compressor does not start or none of the cases listed above occurs, refer to chapter 9.
The following contacts will be made in sequence:
LINE - STAR - DELTA
6
Start
hour-date
Start
hour-date
Load run
hour-date
Unload run
hour-date
When the display shows Load run the intake valve is open and the machine operates at full load (produces
the nominal capacity of compressed air).
During functioning, delivery pressure increases; once the preset maximum line pressure threshold value has
been reached, the control system sets the compressor to idling by closing the intake valve (Unload run).
When the pressure drops below the preset minimum threshold value, the intake valve opens again and the
machine restarts functioning at full load.
During unload run, two cases may arise:
a)
G
B
b)
G
B
Unload run
hour-date 04m 59s
Unload run
hour-date
The compressor does not stop immediately but initiates a set of operations to stop the machine according to
operating conditions when the STOP command is invoked.
If, at the time of the STOP command, the compressor was operating at full load, the control unit sets the
machine to unload run.
10
11
EMERGENCY STOP
compress.-Block
12
7.4
The machine was congured at the plant during testing; the end user, however, can change some operating
parameters to customize machine performance to the specic applications.
Other parameter changes cannot be made Customer but only by Authorized Service Centre skilled
personnel.
The main screen page is displayed as follows:
13
LINE 1
LINE 2
LINE 3
LINE 4
net pressure
compression temperature of air-oil mixture
messages about operating conditions
hour and date, informations menu access,
tree menu access, quick language change
message
XX.X bar
Pressure
Temperature XXX C
Ready for start
10:40 DOM 25/05/2003
a) to ADDIZIONAL INFORMATIONS
using the K7 (PLUS) and K8 (MINUS)
keys
This menu permits fast access to signicant
information without having to enter the
menu tree; the main screen page is
redisplayed using the K4-ESC key or
automatically after 60 seconds
XX.X bar
Pressure
Temperature XXX C
Ready for start
10:40 DOM 25/05/2003
b) to MENU TREE
using the K9 (ENTER) key
This menu permits access to all compressor
control and programming functions; the
main screen page is redisplayed using
the K4-ESC key or automatically after
60 seconds
ESC
ESC
+ ADDIZIONAL
INFORMATIONS
7.4.1
MENU
TREE
7.4.2
G
B
7.4.1
Menu A
+
Operating press.
Max:
G
B
8.0 bar
ESC
Operating press.
Min:
+
Type of control
Control:
LOCAL
ESC
AUTORESTART function
State:
OFF
ESC
Operating time
on load:
Time to service
oil:
XXXX hours
ESC
XXXX hours
ESC
4-3-1-2
+
Operating time
total:
Net sequence
ID
ESC
ID compressor
N stazione: 1
ESC
Operating mode
State:
AUTOMATIC
ESC
7.0 bar
ESC
Pressure
XX.X bar
Temperature XXX C
Ready for start
hour-date
XXXX hours
It is possible to return to the main screen page from any point of the menu by holding down the
K4-ESC key
7.4.2
This is the structured menu used to carry out all compressor control and programming operations.
Menu B
Pressure
XX.X bar
Temperature XXX C
Ready for start
hour-date
ESC
>MAINTENANCE
...
<
>GENERAL SETTINGS
...
<
>NETWORK SETTINGS
<
...
ESC
ESC
ESC
>PROGRAMMING
...
<
>DIAGNOSTICS
...
<
>PASSWORD
<
...
ESC
ESC
ESC
ESC
>INFORMATION
...
<
G
B
CONFIRMED
pressing the K9-ENTER key
10
OPERATION
COMPLETED
ESC
CANCELLED
pressing the K4-ESC key
RESET
Each time a parameter is modied, the factory-set (default value) can be restored for the selected
compressor pressing the K3-RESET key
OPERATION
ABORTED
PASSWORD menu
G
B
7.4.2.1
Used to enter a password to enable particular functions (e.g. AUTORESTART) or to access protected
menus.
For enabling of the AUTORESTART function, contact the Manufacturers Customer Service
The password is inserted using:
Menu C
>PASSWORD
<
>Enter
password
<
ESC
ESC
+ ESC
Enter password:
0000
keys K7 and K8 to modify the ashing character; numbers and letters are displayed subsequently
the K5 and K6 keys to move to modication of the previous / next character
After inserting the password, this can be conrmed with the K9-ENTER key or cancelled with the K4-ESC
key
If no other key is pressed, the password entered expires after ve minutes with possibly display of a re-entry prompt.
MAINTENANCE menu
7.4.2.2
This menu is used to display short-term maintenance operations, the remaining service life of each component,
to reset the life counters of each component (where this function is enabled), to display compressor hours
of operation.
Menu D
>MAINTENANCE
<
ESC
>Time to service
<
Time to service
....
ESC
>Components life
xxx hrs
<
ESC
ESC
ESC
>Compon. replacement<
Replacement made for
air lter
OK?
ESC
ESC
ESC
ESC
Conrm replacement
air lter
OK?
Conrm replacement
oil lter
ESC
Conrm replacement
...other components...
<
ESC
OK?
ESC
>Running hours
G
B
Operating time
total:
xxxx ore
Operating time
load
xxxx ore
Time to service
Makes it possible to check the rst maintenance operation to be carried out on the compressor; the
maintenance operations to be carried out 100 hours after this are also displayed. In this way, the user
can schedule maintenance operations and, if necessary, decide whether to replace several components
during the same maintenance operation
Components life
indicates the remaining service life of each component that requires periodic maintenance
Compon. replacement
If the function is enabled, it makes it possible to reset the component life counters after maintenance
Running hours
Indicates compressor operating time (total running hours, running hours at full load)
G
B
A table with the schedule of the maintenance operations to be carried out is provided below
Intervention
Change oil
Replace oil lter
Replace separator
lter
Replace air dryer
lters
7.4.2.3
This menu allows to carry out the general settings of compressor operating conguration with the exception
of operating parameters (pressures, timings).
Language
Used to select the language of the messages
Measur. unit
Used to set the measurement units for pressure and temperature
(continued on p. 49)
Menu E (1/3)
>GENERAL SETTINGS
<
ESC
>Language
<
ESC
Select language:
ENGLISH
ESC
Select language:
..OTHER LANGUAGES..
>Measur. unit
G
B
<
ESC
Pressure unit
Unit:
ESC
Temperature unit
Unit:
bar
Cels.
ESC
Contrast
Intensity:
XXX%
ESC
Lighting
Brightness:
ON
XXX%
ESC
Lighting
Brightness:
OFF
XXX%
<
ESC
>Display settings
<
continued on p. 48
Menu E (2/3)
continued from p. 47
>Operating mode
<
Operating mode
AUTOMATIC
ESC
Operating mode
G
B
CONTIN
ESC
>Compress. control
<
ESC
Compress. control
LOCAL
ESC
Compress. control
REMOTE
ESC
Compress. control
PROGRAM
Compress. control
NETWORK CONINUOUS
ESC
NETWORK PROGRAM
ESC
>DRYER control
Compress. control
<
ESC
DRYER
enabled in ON
ESC
DRYER
Disabled
Continued on p. 49
Menu E (3/3)
continued from p. 48
<
ESC
ESC
ESC
G
B
Only with access enabled
>AUTORESTART func.<
AUTORESTART
ESC
DISABLED
AUTORESTART
ESC
ENABLED
+ ESC
Display settings
Makes it possible to adjust the settings of the LCD display
Operating mode
G
B
Compress. control
This menu is used to select the compressor control method from the possible local / remote / program
control options.
If the compressor is equipped with a CAN-BUS interface, the network-continuous / network-program
control options are also visible and can be selected.
Compressor control can be set to:
LOCAL: this is the basic (factory) setting that permits control from the keyboard
REMOTE: with this setting, the compressor can be controlled by means of an external remote switch.
For the electrical connections, refer to the following submenu (refer to the following paragraph Type of
remote control)
PROGRAM: enables the daily or weekly programming set and enabled in the PROGRAMMING menu
(see paragraph 7.4.2.6)
NET-CONTINUOUS: this is the setting for control of a sequence of compressors, without daily/weekly
program
NET-PROGRAM: this is the setting for control of a sequence of compressors according to the daily/weekly
program set
Dryer control
This menu is used to activate/de-activate the dryer
Type of remote control
For remote control, modications must be made to the wiring of the compressor as described in
paragraph 6.5.
When compressor control is set to REMOTE (see previous submenu), three types of control methods
are possible:
ON/OFF is the setting that makes it possible to control switching ON/OFF of the compressor. This is
the factory setting (that most frequently used) which makes it possible to exploit the control logic of the
compressor using the pressure signal measured locally by the machine
LOAD/UNLOAD is the setting that makes it possible to control full load and unload operation with an
external control logic: in this case, the pressure signal measured by the compressor is ignored for the
purposes of operating method control (the safety devices remain active)
ON/OFF - LOAD/UNLOAD is the setting that makes it possible to control both switching ON/OFF of the
compressor and also operating mode. In this case also, an external control logic must be used as, for
control purposes, the pressure signal is ignored (the safety devices remain active)
It should be remembered that control via the keyboard of the control unit always has priority over any
remote control or any program: this means that, if remote control is to be effective, the START button
must be pressed setting the compressor to Stand-by rem. con.. Similarly, the compressor can be
stopped without any risk of remote restart of this by pressing the STOP key.
Therefore, to enable functioning with remote control:
1) Make the modifications to the wiring connecting one / two switches as described in paragraph 6.5
2) Select REMOTE control
3) Select the control method (ON/OFF, LOAD/UNLOAD, ON/OFF - LOAD/UNLOAD)
4) Press the START key on the control unit to enable the compressor for remote control
Autorestart function
If enabled, this menu makes it possible to set the AUTORESTART function, useful for automatic restart
of the machine following a black-out and subsequent power-up.
7.4.2.4
This menu is used to set the parameters required for operation of the compressor in a network (in communication
with other similar compressors)
Refer to chapter 8 Compressors in sequence.
The menu is visible only after connection of the control unit with the CAN-BUS interface module for
communication between compressors.
Compressor ID
This is the identifier number of the compressor in a set of machines
Prefill
When the set of compressors is started with the compressed air system discharged (pressure zero or
very low), it is usually necessary to increase the pressure to the minimum working value as quickly as
possible. With the PREFILL function enabled, the compressor participates in system prefilling, bypassing
the global control functions in this phase.
The compressors involved in this operation are started quickly in sequence, thus avoiding any overlap of
the start-up phases of two or more machines
Rotation time
This is the time after which compressor start-up priorities are reassigned so that the work load is evenly
distributed between the machines available over a long period of time
G
B
Menu F
>NETWORK SETTINGS
G
B
<
ESC
compressor ID
n. of service points:
ESC
Prell
n. compr.
ESC
Prell time
Val.:
5 min
ESC
Max n. compr. ON
n. compr.
ESC
Rotation time
sequence
24 hrs
ESC
Reaction time
delay
ON xxx sec
ESC
Reaction time
delay
OFF xxx sec
Reaction times
T ON When the control system activates a compressor following a reduction in network pressure, timer T
ON is started: at the end of this count, the system checks network pressure to establish whether another
compressor must be started
T OFF When the control system deactivates a compressor following an increase in network pressure, the
T OFF timer is started: at the end of this count, the system checks network pressure to establish whether
another compressor is to be deactivated
7.4.2.5
This menu is used to make the conguration settings referring to the timings and operating pressure and
timings that regulate unload run and drainage of condensate.
Pressures
MAX. OPERATING PRESS.: The pressure above which the compressor starts to idle. The rated pressure
of the machine represents the upper limit of this value.
MIN OPERATING PRESS.: The pressure below which the compressor restarts operation at full load
(supply of compressed air) or at which it restarts if it has stopped at the end of unload run (no supply
of air). This value must be set so that the minimum supply pressure to the pneumatic service points is
guaranteed, taking into account losses of head of the distribution system. The minimum pressure value
cannot be close to the maximum pressure by more than the factory setting (minimum difference).
Menu G
G
B
ESC
>Pressures
<
ESC
Operating press.
Max:
xxx bar
ESC
Operating press.
Min:
xxx bar
ESC
ESC
ESC
>Timings
<
Timings
UNLOAD RUN TIME: This setting denes the time during which the compressor idles when there is no
demand for air from the network. At the end of this period, the compressor stops and is ready to start
again when network pressure has dropped below the minimum threshold value.
This parameter is effective only if operating mode has been set to AUTOMATIC (see paragraph
7.4.2.3)
This parameter must be optimized according to the consumption trend of the network and its accumulation
capacity.
In the case of low consumption and if it is seen that the compressor remains inactive for
long periods (motor stopped), it is advisable to reduce idling time so as to restrict power
consumption during the inactive phases to a minimum. Low air consumption will also assure
a limited number of automatic start-up operations of the compressor, thus promoting a further
reduction in power consumption.
If air consumption is consistent and/or characterized by major variations, it is advisable to
extend the idling time in order to offset, through the periods of idling, the various periods
of operation at full load. This avoid stopping of the compressor with consequent delays in
the supply of compressed air due to the start-up phases which are characterized by current
take-off peaks tied to frequent starting.
G
B
PROGRAMMING menu
7.4.2.6
The PROGRAMMING menu is used to set the schedule of compressor activities, dening the days and times
when the compressor must be switched on. The compressor can be programmed on a daily basis (same for
all the days) or on a weekly basis (a different program for each day of the week).
Reset programming:
Makes it possible to cancel all the cycles set in both daily and weekly programming
Programming mode
This parameter informs the controller whether, once PROGRAM control has been activated (see paragraph
7.4.2.3), the machine must follow daily or weekly programming
Daily programming
Daily programming can be used to set up to four start/stop cycles. These cycles are repeated equally
each day of the week.
The following rules apply:
-
Non-programmed cycles identied by the ve hyphens that replace the time are not effective
Cycles for which the start and stop times coincide are not effective, similarly to those not
programmed
If, in the last cycle programmed, the stopping time has been set to 24:00 and the start time of the
rst daily cycle has been set to 00:00, the control unit will keep the compressor running during the
change over at midnight from one day to the nextdella mezzanotte da un giorno allaltro
Weekly programming
Weekly programming makes it possible to set different start/stop cycles for each day of the week, up to
a maximum of three per day.
Menu H
>PROGRAMMING
<
ESC
>RESET programm.
<
Conrm RESET
programming
ESC
OK?
ESC
Programming mode
DAILY
ESC
Programming mode
WEEKLY
>Daily programming
G
B
<
ESC
Every day
Start 1:
-----
ESC
Every day
Stop 1:
-----
ESC
...other days...
...other cycles...
ESC
Monday
Start 1:
-----
ESC
Monday
Stop 1:
-----
ESC
...other days...
...other cycles...
Non-programmed cycles identied by the ve hyphens that replace the time are not effective
Cycles for which the start and stop times coincide are not effective, similarly to those not
programmed
If, in the last cycle programmed for a given day, the stopping time has been set to 24:00 and the rst
cycle programmed for the next day has been set to 00:00, the control unit will keep the compressor
running during the change over at midnight from one day to the next
NOTE: remember that control via keyboard of the control unit always has priority over any program
control: this means that, if the program is to be effective, the K1-START button must be pressed setting
the compressor to Stand-by progr. con.. Similarly, the compressor can be stopped without any risk
of restart by the pre-set program pressing the K2-STOP key.
G
B
DIAGNOSTICS menu
7.4.2.7
From the diagnostics menu, it is possible to check functioning of the INPUTS, OUTPUTS and the direction
of rotation of the compressor and fan. It is also possible to read the log of faults that have occurred on the
compressor.
These diagnostic functions should be used only by expert personnel with in-depth knowledge
of the compressor and how this operates.
Diagnostic TEST
To run the diagnostic TEST, comply with all the safety rules described in chapter 5
WARNING!!!
When carrying out the test, certain parts of the machine are powered (control coils) and
rotating parts are activated (motor, compressor, fan). The operator must therefore take all
the necessary precautions during these checks.
Error messages
The control unit saves all the faults that have occurred and which have caused stoppage of the machine
(alarms). The following data are save for each error message:
-
Total hours and hours of load run when the fault occurred
These indications are displayed cyclically on the third and fourth lines of the display.
Menu I
>DIAGNOSTICS
<
ESC
>DIAGNOSTIC TEST
<
Run diagnostic
TEST
ESC
OK?
DIAGNOSTIC TEST
TEST digit. INPUTS
INPUT n. 1:
status
Emergency
OK
ESC
G
B
...other INPUTS...
ESC
DIAGNOSTIC TEST
TEST digit. OUTPUTS
OUTPUT n. 1:
active
Line
ESC
...other OUTPUTS...
ESC
DIAGNOSTIC TEST
Rot. direction TEST.
Press
ESC
for TEST
Press
if OK
Press ESC if NEGAT.
>ERROR MESSAGES
ESC
<
ESC
ESC
Last
error message
...other
error messages...
INFORMATION menu
7.4.2.8
This menu provides information about the serial number of the control unit and the software version
installed.
The CPU serial No. is indispensable to request enabling of protected functions by the Manufacturer (e.g.
AUTORESTART) and to obtain the related access password.
CPU serial No.
Indicates the serial number of the control unit
Software version
Indicates the software version installed
G
B
Menu L
>INFORMATION
<
ESC
>CPU
serial No.<
CPU serial No
XXX-XX-XX-XXXXX
ESC
>Software version
<
Software version
ESC
<<<mc2>>>
X.X:X:X
7.5
The diagnostics system of the controller permits continuous monitoring of machine operating conditions and
prompt indication of the need for maintenance operations or of any malfunctions.
The indications are divided into two categories::
Warning messages
These messages may refer to scheduled maintenance operations, critical operating conditions or minor faults
which do not block the compressor but which must be checked in order to trace their cause.
The warning messages are accompanied by switching on of yellow LED L2 and described with
a message shown on the third and fourth lines of the display in the main screen page. Warning
messages are displayed in alternating mode so as not to prevent display of basic messages.
2)
WARNING!!!
If the warnings are not reset for a long period of time (e.g. failure to carry out scheduled
maintenance) THE COMPRESSOR IS BLOCKED!!! In this case, contact the Service or
Customer Centre of the Manufacturer immediately.
Alarm messages
These messages indicate a serious fault that has blocked the compressor. The alarm may be due to a
fault in the system or extremely critical operating conditions.
When a machine stoppage occurs, the compressor stops immediately, the red LED L3 of the alarms
switches on and the message relating to the fault is displayed persistently in the main screen page.
To RESET, rst of all eliminate the fault: at this point, LED L3 starts to ash indicating that reset
can be carried out pressing the RESET key.
All faults that cause blocking of the compressor are saved in an error message log le. To consult this log,
refer to paragraph 7.4.2.7
The following faults block the machine:
EMERGENCY STOP compress. - block
Compression temp. too high - block
Ambient temperature too low - block
Internal pressure too high - block
Net pressure too high - block
Press Transducer error - block
Temperature sensor error - block
Power supply phase sequence error - block
Short-cir. analog INPUT - block
Compress. motor overload - block
No. starts/hr too high - block
Power supply failure - block
Line voltage cutoff - block
Faults caused by failure to carry out maintenance must also be added to these: if the compressor is used for
long periods without carrying out the scheduled maintenance indicated by the control unit, a machine blockage
occurs accompanied by a message of the type:
G
B
G
B
Compressors
in sequence
The mc2 control unit includes all the control functions of the compressor on which it is directly installed.
For compressor rooms in which several machines equipped with this control unit are installed (up to a maximum
of four units), a communication network can be set up between these for automatic, coordinated management
of the compressors.
Communication between the compressors provides the following advantages:
constant pressure of the air supplied to pneumatic service points
energy saving:
only the compressors necessary to supply the air required are activated
equal distribution of work load on the compressors available with consequent synchronization
of scheduled maintenance operations
management of alarms and machine stoppages so as to prevent any interruption in the supply
of compressed air
management of the network of compressors according to a program set by the user on a
daily or weekly basis
To establish communication between the control units, a communication module is required for each machine
to be connected and the related connection cables.
Therefore, contact your area dealer to purchase these.
The instructions for installation, programming and operation of the network of compressors are provided in
the booklet furnished with the communication module.
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Troubleshooting
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V-F
V.V.
9.1
V-V
Indication
Possible cause
Intervento
L1 OFF
DI OFF
No power
Restore power
Call Customer
Service Centre
Call Customer
Service Centre
FU4 blown
Replace FU4
Inverter problems
Call Customer
Service Centre
L1 ON
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Ambient temperature too
low - block
Ambient temperature
too low
Heat ambient.
Check installation
requirements
L1 ON
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Press. Transducer
error - block
Call Customer
Service Centre
L1 ON
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Temperature sensor
error - block
Call Customer
Service Centre
X
X
L1 ON
DI OFF
L1 ON
DI ON
(with normal functioning
message)
P. 62 - Chap 5 Troubleshooting
V-F
X
V-V
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
L1 ON
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Short-circ. Analog INPUT block
Call Customer
Service Centre
L1 ON
L3 ON ashing
DI indicates:
Power
supply failure - block
L1 ON
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Power supply phase
sequence err. - block
L1 ON
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
No. starts/hr too high block
9.2
V-V
Indication
X
X
Possible cause
Intervention
Heat ambient
Low voltage
Check voltage
VA problems
Call Customer
Service Centre
Call Customer
Service Centre
Inverter problems
Call Customer
Service Centre
9.3
V-V
Possible cause
Intervention
VA problems
Call Customer
Service Centre
Belts slipping
Call Customer
Service Centre
Call Customer
Service Centre
Call Customer
Service Centre
Check leaks
Indication
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V-F
X
V-V
Segnalazione
Possibile causa
Intervento
Excessive FA clogging
Replace FA
(see. par. 10.4)
Belts slipping
Call Customer
Service Centre
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V-F
V-V
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Replace air lter
excess. clogging
FA clogged
Replace FA
(see. par. 10.4)
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Replace air lter
XXX excess hours
FA to be replaced for
scheduled maintenance
Replace FA
(see. par. 10.4)
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Replace oil lter
XXX excess hours
FO to be replaced for
scheduled maintenance
Replace FO
(see. par. 10.6)
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Replace oil
XXX excess hours
Replace oil
(see. par. 10.5)
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Replace oil separator
XXX excess hours
FD to be replaced for
scheduled maintenance
Replace FD
(see. par. 10.6)
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Replace dryer lter
XXX excess hours
Call Customer
Service Centre
V-V
X
9.4
9.5
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Ambient
temperature low
Heat ambient
Call Customer
Service Centre
Oil low
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Compression temp.
High.
P. 64 - Chap. 9 Troubleshooting
V-F
V-V
Indication
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Compression temp.
High.
L2 ashing
DI indicates:
Dewpoint probe error
Possible cause
Intervention
FO clogged
Replace FO
(rif. par. 10.6)
FD clogged
Replace FD
(see. par. 10.6)
Call Customer
Service Centre
V-V
9.6
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Emergency
stop compress. - block
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Net pressure
too high - block
Call Customer
Service Centre
Low voltage
Check voltage
Check installation
requirements
Critical functioning
temperature conditions
(high ambient temperature, hot
air recirculation)
FD clogged
Replace FD
(see. par. 10.6)
FA clogged
Replace FA
(see. par. 10.4)
Call Customer
Service Centre
Call Customer
Service Centre
Call Customer
Service Centre
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Compress.
motor overload - block
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Line voltage
cutoff - block
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Compression temp
too high - block
P. 65 - Chap. 9 Troubleshooting
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V-F
V-V
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
Call Customer
Service Centre
Oil low
FD clogged
Replace FD
(see. par. 10.6)
FA clogged
Replace FA
(see. par. 10.4)
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Replace air lter
excess hours. - block
FA to be replaced for
scheduled maintenance
Replace FA
(see. par. 10.4)
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Replace oil lter
excess hours. - block
FO to be replaced for
scheduled maintenance
Replace FO
(see. par. 10.6)
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Replace oil
excess hours. - block
Replace oil
(see. par. 10.5)
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Replace oil separator
excess hours. - block
FD to be replaced for
scheduled maintenance
Replace FD
(see. par. 10.6)
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Replace dryer lter
excess hours. - block
Call Customer
Service Centre
Inverter problems
Call Customer
Service Centre
L1 ON
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
INVERTER alarm
block
Call Customer
Service Centre
L3 constant ON
DI indicates:
Compression temp
too high - block
9.7
V-V
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
FD problems
Call Customer
Service Centre
Call Customer
Service Centre
9.8
V-V
X
X
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
Leaking ttings
Call Customer
Service Centre
P. 66 - Chap. 9 Troubleshooting
V-F
V-V
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
FA leaks
Call Customer
Service Centre
9.9
V-V
X
X
Indication
Possible cause
Intervention
Call Customer
Service Centre
FD clogged
Replace FD
(par. 10.6)
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10
Maintenance
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Before performing any maintenance operations read the operator safety precautions in
chapter 5 carefully. These precautions must be followed scrupulously for all maintenance
operations
10.1
Operating cycle
The compressor unit consists of two rotors (male and female) with special asymmetrical prole, patented VT
series, mounted on rolling bearings, able to withstand axial and radial thrust. The male rotor is the driving rotor
while the female rotor is driven. The male rotor also rotates the female rotor. The two rotors are not however
in contact physically as they are separated by a thin lm of oil that protects the coupled surfaces. The male
rotor drives and the female rotor is driven. The two rotors are not in direct contact thanks to a thin lm of oil
which protects the coupled surfaces.
The oil serves various purposes. It lubricates the bearings and the rotors, eliminates the heat produced by
the compressed air, it creates an airtight uid seal and reduces hazardous gaps in the air-end unit.
In xed speed compressors, starting is of the delta-star type. During the star phase, intake valve VA is closed,
thus permitting no-load start-up with less effort and lower energy consumption.
After a preset time of a few seconds, the PC control unit invokes changeover to the delta connection; with a
short transient phase, the MP motor reaches rated rotation speed. The intake valve opens thus starting the
normal work cycle.
In variable speed compressors, the start-up phase takes place with acceleration of the electrical motor which,
powered by the inverter, is brought to maximum speed of rotation compatible with network pressure.
As soon as this is permitted by rotation speed, the intake valve VA opens and the machine work cycle
begins.
The air is drawn through the lter FA, passes into the air-end unit where it is mixed with the oil injected. The air is
gradually compressed and pushed into the separator receiver where initial oil separation occurs by gravity.
The air, which is still mixed with oil droplets, follows the shape of the receiver and passes through the oil
separator lter FD. Due to the effect of coalescence, the droplets of oil merge and are deposited on the bottom
of the lter from where they are routed towards the air-end unit by means of a pipe.
The puried air passes through the check and minimum pressure valve VR which opens only when a threshold
of approximately 4 bar is exceeded. This ensures correct system lubrication in all operating conditions.
The oil deposited on the bottom of receiver SS is conveyed under pressure to the oil radiator RO where it
is cooled. If the temperature of the oil is below the calibration value of the VT thermostatic valve, ow to the
P. 68 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
cooler is bypassed; the oil passes into lter FO and returns to the air end.
Temperature sensor STO inserted in the delivery stub pipe and connected to the microprocessor permits
constant monitoring of the temperature inside the air-end unit.
The capacity delivered is controlled differently on xed speed and variable speed machines. In xed speed
compressors, once the rated running pressure has been reached, the intake valve closes. The internal receiver
pressure is vented to reach a value of approximately 2 bars.
This value is obtained by means of minimal amount of intake air through the intake valve. This ensures that
the pressure required for correct system lubrication is maintained. Consequently, the machine can idle with
reduced power intake.
After the predened idling time, the machine stops, ready to start again automatically if the pressure drops
below the minimum threshold.
In variable speed compressors, the control system modies speed of rotation in order to reach and maintain
an average pressure between the minimum and maximum pressure set.
In the case of very low air consumption, once the maximum operating pressure has been reached, the compressor switches to idling as described for the xed speed compressor
In this case, the duration of the idling phase is shorter; at the end of this phase, the compressor stops, ready
for subsequent automatic restart.
The operator-controlled machine stopping phases also differ as regards the two types of compressor.
For xed speed machines, ordinary stopping is timed; the machine is set to idling and the receiver is
gradually discharged.
For variable speed machines, the stopping phase is controlled through ramping down of the motor, during
which the system is depressurised.
The machine is also protected against any type of overpressure (internal faults or faults in other compressors
in parallel).
10.2
You will nd this symbol next to operations requiring the intervention of Service Centre
personnel
Operation
Reference
Check on
suction prelter
10.3
Replace
suction prelter
10.3
10.4
Replace
air lter
10.4
To be carried
out by a
Service Centre
After the
rst
100 hours
After the
rst
1000 hours
Every
500
hours
P. 69 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
Every
1000
hours
Every
2000
hours
Every
4000
hours
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Operation
Reference
To be carried
out by a
Service Centre
After the
rst
100 hours
After the
rst
1000 hours
Every
500
hours
Every
1000
hours
Every
2000
hours
Overhaul minimum
pressure valve
Overhaul
intake valve
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Replace
oil lter
10.6
Check - top up
oil level
10.5
Change
oil
10.5
Replace
separator lter
10.6
Check
oil recovery system
Check
tting tightness
Check
electrical terminal
connections
Drain
air-oil receiver
condensate
10.7
Clean
radiators
Clean
dryer condenser
Replace
air dryer lters
Check
belt tension and wear
Replace
drive belts
Check
settings and
adjustments
Check
safety device
operation
Every
4000
hours
* This frequency relates to operation in normally dust environments. In the case of critically dust
environments, the control panel may signal the need to replace the air lter before the scheduled maintenance
time. In this case, replace the lter as soon as possible. The skilled personnel employed for installation will
be able to objectively evaluate the environmental conditions
P. 70 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
10.3
Before performing any maintenance operations read the operator safety precautions in
chapter 5 carefully. These precautions must be followed scrupulously for all maintenance
operations
Operate on the outside of the compressor: back off the screws that support
panel PPA of the suction prelter.
PA
PPA
Fig. 37
To reset the scheduled maintenance counter (for enabled users only), see paragraph 7.4.2.2.
10.4
Before performing any maintenance operations read the operator safety precautions in
chapter 5 carefully. These precautions must be followed scrupulously for all maintenance
operations
FA
Open the upper panel PS of the compressor cabinet, backing off the lock
screws
Open the front panel PF of the compressor cabinet using the key provided
Loosen the clip FFA shown in Fig. 38
and remove air lter FA
Clean the lter by directing a jet of air
inside it or replace the filter as prescribed in the maintenance schedule.
Do not use uids or detergents to clean
the lter
FFA
Fig. 38
P. 71 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
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GENESIS - FORMULA:
Open the corner panel SPA of the compressor cabinet using the key provided
MODULO:
Open the lter panel SF of the compressor cabinet using the key provided
Release the front part of the lter container CF pressing on the two fastening
tabs (Fig. 39)
Remove air lter FA from its housing as
shown in Fig. 40
Clean the lter by directing a jet of air
inside it or replace the filter as prescribed in the maintenance schedule.
Do not use uids or detergents to clean
the lter
Fig. 39
CF
FA
Fig. 40
To reset the scheduled maintenance counter (for enabled users only), see paragraph 7.4.2.2.
P. 72 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
10.5
Before performing any maintenance operations read the operator safety precautions in
chapter 5 carefully. These precautions must be followed scrupulously for all maintenance
operations
TRL
RLMAX
RLMIN
Fig. 41
Check that the seal of the plug is correctly positioned and fasten the plug (not
too tightly)
Replace the front panel PF using the
key provided
Fig. 42
P. 73 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
TO
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TO
Fig. 43
Check that the seal of plug TO is correctly positioned and fasten the plug (not
too tightly)
Replace the front panel PF using the key
provided
Open the shut-off valve between the
compressor and the distribution line.
Switch the circuit breaker on and carry
out a test start-up.
Let the compressor run for a few minutes
and then make a visual inspection for
any oil leaks
RSO
DO
Fig. 44
P. 74 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
Remember that waste oil, condensate and all machine lters are polluting materials that must
be disposed of in compliance with local legislation
To reset the scheduled maintenance counter (for enabled users only), see paragraph 7.4.2.2.
10.6
Before performing any maintenance operations read the operator safety precautions in
chapter 5 carefully. These precautions must be followed scrupulously for all maintenance
operations
Remove the front panel PF using the
key provided
FO
Fig. 45
Fig. 46
Remember that waste oil, condensate and all machine lters are polluting materials that must
be disposed of in compliance with local legislation
To reset the scheduled maintenance counter (for enabled users only), see paragraph 7.4.2.2.
P. 75 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
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10.7
Before performing any maintenance operations read the operator safety precautions in
chapter 5 carefully. These precautions must be followed scrupulously for all maintenance
operations
If the machine is equipped with dryer and/or air reservoir, the mc2 control unit assures timed, programmable
activation of the solenoid valve of the condensate drain.
On machines equipped with dryer, with or without air reservoir, condensate drainage can be checked using
the sleeve located on the rear panel PP
On machines equipped with air reservoir, condensate drainage is checked using the solenoid valve located
underneath the air reservoir SA
Air receiver
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To eliminate the condensate that forms in the air receiver, proceed as follows:
Place a suitable drip tray under the
condensate discharge valve RSC,
which is located under the SA
receiver
RSC
SA
Fig. 47
P. 76 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
RSC
SA
RSO
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DO
Fig. 48
The air receiver and separator condensate should be drained manually on a weekly basis - or more
frequently. The user is responsible for this maintenance operation.
10.8
Before performing any maintenance operations read the operator safety precautions in
chapter 5 carefully. These precautions must be followed scrupulously for all maintenance
operations
GENESIS - FORMULA:
Open the corner panel SPA of the compressor cabinet using the key provided
MODULO:
Open the electric box panel SCE using
the key provided
Replace the damaged fuses. Follow
the amperage specications provided
in paragraphs 12.8, 12.9
Fig. 49
GENESIS - FORMULA:
Close the corner panel SPA
MODULO:
Close the electric box panel SCE
P. 77 - Chap. 10 Maintenance
11
The Manufacturer provides an efcient after-sales service through a large service network and a Technical
Department for solving any problems.
Always specify the compressor model and serial number when communicating with Authorized Service
Centres and the Manufacturer.
To locate the service Centre closest to the compressor installation site, call or send a fax to:
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Fax:
(+44) 01869-326226
(+44) 01869-326216
E-mail: support@abac.co.uk
11.1
The following tables show the most commonly used spare parts. Contact an authorised service Centre for
other spare parts.
Model
Pressure
bar
Air
lter
Code
8
10
5.5
13
FORMULA
GENESIS
13
Suction
prelter
Transmission
belts
Code
Code
Code
9056237
9623572
(2) 9075257
9056282
8
10
Separator lter
9056238
9056293
15
7.5
Oil
lter
Code
(2) 9075256
9056237
9623572
9056282
15
11
13
9056293
9056113
9056292
9623572
13
9056113
9056292
9623572
13
(3) 9075291
(3) 9075215
(3) 9075262
8
10
(2) 9075254
(3) 9075211
9056293
15
15
BA 69
(2) 9075215
(2) 9075256
8
10
(2) 9075290
(2) 9075291
15
15
BA 51
(2) 9075236
(2) 9075257
8
10
(2) 9075236
(2) 9075290
9056238
9056293
(2) 9075290
(3) 9075256
9618034
9056113
9056292
9623572
15
(3) 9075254
(3) 9075262
(3) 9075215
Model
Pressure
Air
lter
Oil
lter
Separator lter
Suction
prelter
Transmission
belts
bar
Code
Code
Code
Code
Code
8
10
5.5
13
9056937
8
10
13
9623572
13
9623572
9056934
15
BA 69
(2) 9075236
(2) 9075290
(2) 9075257
(2) 9075291
9056937
9056935
9056943
9623572
15
15
BA 51
(2) 9075236
(2) 9075256
9056942
8
10
11
(2) 9075290
(2) 9075290
9056933
9056937
15
MODULO
9056942
9056934
15
7.5
(2) 9075257
9056933
(2) 9075215
(2) 9075254
(2) 9075256
(3) 9075211
10
(3) 9075291
13
9056937
9056935
9056943
9623572
(3) 9075215
15
(3) 9075262
(3) 9075256
10
13
9056939
9056935
9056943
9623572
15
(3) 9075254
(3) 9075262
(3) 9075215
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Diagrams
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12.1
Legend
1
2
2.1
2.2
Air lter
Intake unit
Air lter clogging sensor
3
4
Drive
Motor
Air-end unit
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
Separator reservoir
Safety valve
Oil level indicator
Air-oil mix temperature sensor
Oil drain outlet
7
8
Thermostatic valve
Oil lter
Air-oil exchanger
10
Oil recovery
11
Separator lter
12
13
Air-air exchanger
14
15
16
15.1
15.2
15.3
16.1
16.2
16.3
16.4
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12.2
12.3
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12.4
12.5
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12.6
12.7
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12.8
12.9
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