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Introduction
i Introducingyour new CompAirHydrovanecompressor
J Your new CompAirHydrovanecompressorhas been designedand manufacturedto the exacting
standards
necessaryto ensure long-life,reliabilityand high performance.CompAir Hydrovaneare world leaders
a compressed-air
in
technologyusing the most moderntechniquesand plant avaiiableto give our customersthe
followingbenefits:
d . Compactaward-winningdesign.
A . Easyto position,installand operate.
.l . Economical
to run,inexpensive
and simpleto service.
.{ . Quiet,smoothunobtrusiveperformance.
. Provenreliabilitywith the optionof extendedwarrantyperiods.
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THIS HANDBOOK CONTAINS IMPORTANTSAFETY INFORMATION.PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY

BEFOREYOU ATTEMPTTO POSITION,INSTALL,OPERATEOR SERVICETHE COMPRESSOR.
IMPORTANT!
BEFOREINITIALSTAHT.UPENSURETHAT THE COMPRESSOROIL CHAMBERIS FILLEDTO

THE
! CORRECTLEVELWITH A COMPAIRHYDROVANEAPPROVEDOIL.
To ensure long term satisfactionwith your CompAirHydrovanecompressorit is essentialthat you follow
the
instructions
givenin this handbook.The handbooktellsyou:-
' How to position,installand operateyour compressorso that it workssafelyand economically.
' How to carry-outbasicserviceproceduresusingCompAirHydrovaneapprovedpartsand oil.
' How to checkthat the compressoris workingwithinthe recommendedoperatingparameters.
Customerwarrantyterms
All Hydrovane compressors,which are serviced by an authorisedCompAir Hydrovane Distributor
are
guaranteedfor twelvemonthsfrom the date of commissioning
or eighteenmonthsei *orxs.
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The warrantyexcludesnormalservicepartsandwearitems,dirtingress,cleaningof filtersandf luiddrain
devices
and the tighteningof electricalor other connections.Also excluOlOis the adjultmentof pressureswitches
or
the adjustmentof any othercontroldeviceshown in this handbook.
{ Note: 'Advance'Five Year Warrantymay not be availablein all markets.Please refer to your
CompAir
HydrovaneDistributorfor details.
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ancillaryair-linesystemproducts.Theirengineersare fullytrainedan-dcompetentin all aspectsofcompressor
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and air-systemmaintenance.lf you need any specialisthelp or servicepleasecontactyour Distributorquoting
t h e M O D E LT Y P Ea n d S E R T A N
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Introduction
ProductdeveloPment
whilst
CompAirHydrovaneadopta policyof continualproductdevelopment.The informationin this handbook,
fully up to date when issued,may be subjectto changewithoutnotice.
Qualitystandards
CompAirHydrovaneQualitYManagementSystemsare approvedto BS EN / ISO 9002.
ClaybrookDrive
WashfordIndustrialEstate
Redditch
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Modelrange
This handbookrelatesto all 50 and 60 Hz 8 SeriesPUAS and PWTS compressors,modeltypes:
8 1 8 P U A SO B 8 1 8 P U A S1 O 818PWTS08 8 1 8 P W T S1 O
822 PUASOB 822 PUAS 1O 822PWTS08 822 PWTS 10
830 PUAS 08 B 3 OP U A S1 O 830 PWTSOB B3OPWTS 1O
837 PUAS 08 837 PUAS 1O 837 PWTSOB 837 PWTS 1O
845 PUAS 08 845 PUAS 1O 845 PWTS08 845 PWTS 1O
Terminology:-
8 = 8 Series.
1 8 , 2 2 , 3 0 ,3 7 a n d 4 5 = kw.
08,10 = Normalworkingpressure.
PUAS = Packageunit completewith Aftercoolerand starter'
PWTS = tripodand starter.

Packageunit completewith watercooler,
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Healthand SafetyPrecautions 1 . 7
Transportation
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Installation
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GeneralDescription 4 .35
OperatingInstructions 5 .41
OperatingParameters 6 .47
Adjustments 7 .49
Servicing B .57
d F a u l t F i n d i .n. g. 9 .69
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Noteto Users. 1.1 . 8
GeneralHealthand SafetyInformation 1.2 . B
WhenOperatingthe Compressor 1.3 o
BeforeWorkingon the Compressor 1.4 o
Potential
Oil HealthHazards 1.5 .10
Warnings,Cautionsand Notes 1.6 .11
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1 Healthand SafetyPrecautions
1.1 Noteto Users 1.2 GeneralHealthand Safety
1.1.1 The compressor warrantywillbe invalidated
Information
if unapprovedsparepartsor lubricantsare used.Using 1.2.1 Any personsoperatingor carryingout any
such items may cause the efficiencyand servicelife type of maintenancework on this compressor,must
of the compressorto be reducedand could createa use safe engineeringworkingpracticesand abideby
hazardousconditionover which CompAirHydrovane a l l l o c a l a n d G o v e r n m e n tH e a l t h a n d S a f e t v
has no control. regulations.
1.1.2 Failureto maintainthe compressor correctly, The Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974.
or modifyingit without prior approvalfrom CompAir
Hydrovane,may also create a hazardouscondition. 1.2.2 In orderto complywith your responsibilities
This will also invalidatethe warranty. underthe aboveact,it is essentialthatthe compressor
is transporled,positioned,installed,operated and
1.1.3 CompAirHydrovaneacceptno responsibility maintainedby competentpersonsin accordancewith
for damageor injurycausedby use of non-approved the instructions in thishandbook.
parts or lubricants,unauthorisedmodifications, or
failureto complywith maintenanceinstructions. 1.2.3 When transporting or loadingthis machine
only use the liftingmethodsquotedin this handbook.
1.1.4 Consequential damageof any natureis not
coveredby the warranty. 1.2.4 Ensure that the compressoris positioned,
installed,electricallyconnectedand joined to your
1.1.5 Every effort has been made both in the air-linesystem by competentand qualifiedpersons
designof the compressorand in the preparationof this only.
handbook,to protect the end user from possible
dangers. 1.2.5 This compressormust only be used in the
compressionof clean atmosphericair and positioned
1.1.6 The majorityof accidentscan be avoidedif in a fumeandvapourfreenonexplosive environment.
basicsafetyprecautionsand proceduresare adhered
to. 1.2.6 lt is the responsibility
of the localsupervisor
to ensurethat peopleoperatingor maintaining the
compressornave :-
A detailedknowledgeof the productpriorto use.
Read and fully understandthe contentscontainedin

the userhandbook.
Been madeawareof the locationof inherentdangers,
such as intakefans and electricalsupplies.
1 . 2 . 7 E n s u r e t h a t t h e u s e r H a n d b o o ki s n o t
permanentlyremovedfrom the compressor.
1.2.8 Check that there are no signs of damage
and/oroil leaksf romthe air-end,coolerand associated
pipework.
1.2.9 After completingwork, tools and foreign
mattershouldbe removedfrom the compressorand
its surrounding
area.
1.2.1O Inthe unlikelyeventof a compressorfire,dry
powderor carbondioxidefire extinguishers
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used.Neveruse water.
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1.3 WhenOperatingthe Compressor 1.4 BeforeWorkingon Compressor
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1.3.1 Whenin automaticmodethe compressor 1.4.1 Potentiallylethalvoltagesare usedto power
1 re-startwithoutwarning. this machine. Do not carry out any work until the
isolatoris lockedin the off position.Fit a safetynotice
lf an automaticre-startdevice is fitted (allowingthe to the isolatoradvisingthat work is being carriedout
{ compressorto start when power is re-applied),or and that the isolatormust not be switchedon. lf in
o p e r a t i o n i s c o n t r o l l e df r o m a r e m o t e l o c a t i o n , doubt then a qualifiedelectricianmay remove the
i additional warningswillbe required. fuses and keep them in a secureplace until work is
{ 1.3.2 Do not removeany plugsor releasepipework complete.
whenthe compressoris running. 1.4.2 Ensure the compressorhas been safely
{ isolated from the main air system and cannot be
1.3.3 Do not attemptto open the starterenclosure
whilethe compressor is operating. re-introduced untilallwork has been completed.Fit a
I safetynoticeto the isolationvalve advisingthat work
1.3.4 Bewareof hot surfacesboth the air-endand is beingcarriedout.
i e l e c t r i cm o t o r a r e d e s i g n e dt o r u n a t e l e v a t e d
1.4.3 Do not undertakeany work until the
temoeratures.
compressorand receiverif fitted,have been relieved
1.3.5 Compressedair is dangerousand can be of all pressure.
fatal if misused.Do not allow compressedair jets
{ vent down cycle is
dischargedfrom any pipe or nozzleto make contact W a i t u n t i l t h e c o m p r e s s o r s
with your body. complete.
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1.3.6 Wear safety glasses and suitableclothing Openthe test valveto releaseany pressurecontained
whenusing,or workingin an areawherecompressed in the aftercooleror associatedpipework.
air is beingused.
Checkthatthe air-endpressuregaugereadszero.Do
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1.3.7 Hazardousvapours/fumes can be produced not proceeduntilit does.
if compressedair is used to remove chemicals,
I Carefullyunscrewthe compressor fillerplug.lf any air
cleaningagentsand lubricantsfrom equipmentand
components.Suitable respiratoryand extraction or oil escapesbeforeplug is fully removedstop! Do
, not removethe plug untilall pressureis lost.
equipmentmay be requiredin these circumstances.
Never use compressedair for cleaningpersonal 1.4.4 Safety devices fitted to the compressoror
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clothing. air-linesystemshouldbe checkedat regularintervals
a 1.3.8 Do not use air directlyfrom compressorsfor and replacedif faulty.They should not be tampered
breathingpurposes.lf the air is to be used for human withor modified.Non returnvalvesshouldnot be used
I consumptionthen it must be subjectedto further as isolationdevices.
treatmentto ensurethat the levelsof contaminants, 1.4.5 To ensure the compressoroperatessafely
I odourand moisturemeetthe reouirements of BS 4275 y o u m u s t c a r r y o u t t h e s p e c i f i e d m a i n t e n a n c e
1974. procedures.
i 1.3.9 We recommendthat the air supplyto hand 1.4.6 Only approvedlubricantsshouldbe usedfor
heldair guns is regulatedto a lowerpressure(referto flushingpurposes.
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localhealthand safetyregulations).
1.4.7 Extreme caution should be taken if the
I 1.3.10 Do not insert any object or part of body compressorhas been subjectedto severeoperating
throughany openingof the compressorenclosure. temperatures or fire.Certaincomponentsmay contain
I Seriouspersonalinjuryand/ordamagemay result. fluoroelastomer materialsand undertheseconditions
1.3.11 Neverrun the compressor when any covers can leave extremely corrosiveresidues.Severeburns
i or guardsare missing,unlessadvisedto do so in this and permanent skin and tissuedamagecan be a result
handbook. of skin contact.
1.3.12 The air dischargedfrom this compressor 1.4.8 The Healthand Safetyinformation contained
containsoil vapour and is unsuitablefor breathing in this Handbookis only intendedto give general
unlessspecialisedfiltrationand regulationequipment guidelines.
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1.5 PotentialOil HealthHazards
Note! This sectionrelatesto Fluid Force 2000 oil.
For other lubricantsrefer to the Health and Safety
Instructionsissuedwith the relevantproduct.
1.5.1 There are no significanthazardsassociated
with this product when properlyused and in the
application for whichit was designed.Frequentand/or
prolongedskin contactmay give riseto skin irritations
and it is recommended thatprotectiveglovesareworn.
The carcinogenic action of mineraloils should be
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broughtto the attentionof all users.
Note! The oil maybe hotso takecarewhencarrying
out oil changes.
1.5.2 Do not keep oily rags in pockets or wear
c o n t a m i n a t e dc l o t h i n g . D o n o t i n h a l e f u m e s o r
vapours.Do not swallow.Avoideye contact.
1.5.3 Always wash hands after use and before
eating,drinking,smokingand usingthe toilet.
Ingestion- Do not inducevomitingbecauseof the risk
Wash mouthout withwater.Give 1/2pint
of aspiration.
milk.Seek immediatemedicalattention.
.Mildly irritating.Removeby wiping.
Skin Contact -
Wash with soap and water.Applyemollientcream.
.Mildly irritating.Flush with copious
Eye Contact -
amounts of warm water. Seek medical advice if
necessary.
Aspiration - lf thereis any suspicionof aspirationinto

the lungs (for example during vomiting)admit to
hospitalimmediately.
Inhalation - Removefrom exposureinto fresh air. lf

necessarygive artificialrespirationor oxygen.Seek
medicaladvice.
Pressure injection - Obtain immediate medical
attention,even if injuryappearsminor.
* See Cautionary Notice SHW 397 'Effects of
MineralOil on the Skin'and MS(B)5'Skin Cancer
Caused by Oil' published by the Healthand Safety
Executive.
Spillage - Soak up with absorbentclay.
Waste Disposal - Oil,condensate, filterelementsetc.

should be disoosed of in accordancewith local
regulations.Do not allow oil to contaminatewater
supplies.
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Warning
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'WARNING' Eye ProtectionMust Be Worn
is used in the text of this handbookto
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d e a t h . T h i s t y p e o f h a z a r d i s i d e n t i f i e do n t h e
compressorby the symbolsshown below.
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identifyincorrectprocedureswhichcan causedamage
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2.1 lntroduction 2.3 Liftingand transportationA
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LIFTINGAND TRANSPORTATIONMUSTONLY BE
transportingand positioningthe compressoris by
C A R R I E D O U T B Y A U T H O R I S E DP E R S O N S , pallet or fork lift truck. A hoist may also be used for
FULLYTRAINEDIN THE USEOFTHE EQUIPMENT l i f t i n g t h e c o m p r e s s o ru s i n g t h e l i f t i n gb r a c k e t s
EMPLOYED. provided.
2.1.1 The compressormay be suppliedboxed,or
unboxedwith a protectivecover. In eithercase they
must only be liftedor transportedto the instructions
containedwithinthis handbook.
2.1.2 Ensureall liftingequipmentand means of
transportation are securelylocatedand ratedto accept
the full load.Inspectall liftingequipmentfor signsof
wear. Do not use if wear is evident.
2.2 Weightsand dimensions;

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PUASCompressors
Ref. Feature Unit 818 822 830 837 845
Weight Kg 489 500 564 635 686
A Heightto C/L mm 560 560 560 619 619
11 3 5 't185 11 8 5
B Foot to foot mm 985 985
c Length(overall) mm 1790 1790 1940 1960 1995
D Footto discharge mm 548 548 540 485 524
E Width of feet mm 735 735 754 812 812
F Height(overall) mm 845 845 840 998 998
G Width (overall) mm 850 850 867 940 940
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K To removeoilfilter mm 40 40 40
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2.4 Weightsand dimensions;
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WaterCooledComPressors
Ref. Feature Unit 818 822 830 837 | 845

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Weight kg
A Heightto C/L mm 560 560 578
B Foot to foot mm 984 984 11 3 5 11 8 4
'1360 1360 1485 1830
c Length(overall) mm
D Widthof feet mm 728 728 748
E Height(overall) mm 842 842 924
F Width (overall) mm 941 941 953

G To ooenstarter mm 354 354 400 354
H To removeair filter mm 175 175 175 175
J To removeoilfilter mm 40 40 40
Oil Goolerand Air AftercoolerModels
Weight kg 760
A Heightto C/L mm
B Footto foot mm 1206
c Length(overall) mm 1897
D Widthof feet mm 812
E Height(overall) mm 904
F Width (overall) mm
G To open stader mm 355
H To removeair filter mm 175
J To removeoilfilter mm
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3 andGommissioning
Installation
3.1 Introduction
WARNING!
BEFOREINSTALLINGTHE COMPRESSOR MAKE

SURE THAT ALL PERSONSCONCERNED HAVE
'THE HEALTH AND
READ AND UNDERSTAND
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS"IN CHAPTER1 OF THIS
HANDBOOK.
3.1.1 The compressoris designedfor use over a

wide range of applications'To ensure long life,
reliabilityand maximumefficiencyit is essentialthat
your compressoris installedto these guidelines.
g.1.2 The compressor must only be used for
compressingcleandry air drawn in from atmosphere'
Do not use for compressingany othergas.
3.1.3 ContactyourCompAirHydrovaneDistributor
for advice on the range of CompressedAir System
Equipment(CASE)productsavailable.
3.1.4 To ensure that your compressoroperates
correctly,the installer must check that pressure
switchesare set to suityour air systemrequirements'
3.2 PositioningYour ComPressor

BasicRequirements
g.2.'l Positionthe compressoron a firm level
surfaceof sufficientload-bearingcapacity'Normally,
it is not necessaryto boltthe unit down.
3.2.2 The compressor must be level, in both
planes,withinfive degreesof horizontal.
3.2.3 Positionthe compressorallowingsufficient

accessfor all routineserviceproceduresand for easy
viewing of the oil level sight glass, pressureand
temperaturegauges.
3.2.4 Positionthe compressorin a dry, dust{ree
n o n - e x p l o s i v el o c a t i o n ,w i t h a d e q u a t e w e a t h e r
protection.
3.2.5 The compressorair intakemustbe free from
dirt, coarse solids,abrasiveparticles,steam, liquids
and gaseoustmPurities.
3.2.6 Precautionsshould be taken to prevent
adverseweather conditionssuch as ice, interfering
with the operationof the compressor.Pay particular
attentionto pressurereliefdevices,intakefiltersand
condensatedrainvalves.
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well away from the inlet,to ensurea positivecooling
air-flowthroughthe compressor.
3.3.3 For maximum efficiencyand reliability,the
compressorshould be operated in a cool ambient
temperature.
To achievethis,ensurethe compressoris installedin
a room of the correct size and with sufficient
ventilation.The compressormust not be operatedin
ambienttemperaturesgreaterthan 4OoC.
lf the ambienttemperaturefrequentlyfalls belowOoC
c o n s u l t y o u r C o m p A i r H y d r o v a n eD i s t r i b u t o rA
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differentgradeof oil may be required.
N o t e1 : A m b i e n t i s u s e d t o d e s c r i b e t h e a i r
temperatureat the compressorintake.
Note 2: The oil lifeof FluidForce2000willbe reduced
whenoperatingwithbulkoiltemperatures greaterthan
95"C.
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permittedmaximumof gsoO.
3.3.5 An extractorfan (A) or ducting(B) may be
neededif:
a. The roomis too small.
b. Thereis insufficient
naturalventilation.
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hot.
e. The roomis wellinsulated.
3.3.6 lf air ducting is fitted it must not cover or

restrictin any way the warm air outlet of the
compressor.The total resistanceof the comolete
system must not exceed 5mm w.g. (0.2in.water
gauge). lf the resistanceis expectedor found to be
greaterthan Smmw.g. thena fan willbe required.
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B '1.0
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D ' 1 . 0m
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may be used to connectthe compressoroutletvalve
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to the air-linesystem.
(E) Non-returnvalve
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AIR.LINESYSTEMMUSTONLYBE CARRIED.OUT
BY COMPETENTAND AUTHORISEDPERSONS
A non-returnvalve(checkvalve)may be fittedintothe
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C O M P R E S S E DA I R S Y S T E M S .T H E Y M U S T
air-linesystem to preventback-flowof air when the
compressorhas Stopped.
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LEGISLATION OR REGULATIONSPRESENTLYIN
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fittedmust be repositionedafterthe non returnvalve.
(F) Air receiver
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to yourair-linesystem,are sizedcorrectlyand ratedto Recommended whenthereis a f luctuatingairdemand.
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acceptthe maximumworkingpressureand air delivery A receiveris essentialto ensure optimumoperating
of the compressor. efficiencywhen operatingin the automaticstop/start
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mode.
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application.Your CompAir Hydrovanedistributor inspectionscan easily be carried out. The receiver
specialisesin all aspectsof air-linesystemsand will ratingplateshouldbe clearlyvisible.
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lf the air demand is constantand an air receivernot
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(Capital letters in brackets refer to Fig 3.3) recommended.
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condensate containedwithinit.
sufficientto fully satisfy the maximum air demand (G)
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Coalescingfilters
futureexpansion.The compressormustbe positioned May be necessaryif dryer is positionedbeforethe air

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to removeand dischargeliquids.The filterswill also
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the removalof most of the watervapourpresentdue
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installedwith an air receiver,water vapour again
tr - -- condenses and must be removed. This may be
adequatefor many industrialapplications.However,
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installed.
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system. Always close the valve to isolatethe
compressorfrom air-linepressurefor servicing.
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releasedfromthe aftercooler and associatedpipework
before servicingthe compressor.The valve is also
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a: quicklyand easilycarriedout.
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(H) Dryer (N) Oil-water separator
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For manyapplications clean,dry air is essentialfor the
processor is requiredto ensure longer life, greater
T h e c o n d e n s a t ed i s c h a r g e df r o m t h e v a r i o u s
componentsin the air-linesystemcontainstracesof
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equipment.
oil which must not be drained into waste water
systems.
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if the applicationdemandssuddenhighflow surgesof automaticallycollect and separate any oil. Any oil
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(O) lsolator
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compressor.See TechnicalData. The dryer may be
S w i t c h e s t h e m a i n s e l e c t r i c a ls u p p l y t o y o u r
compressorON and OFF. lt shouldbe locatednearto
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isolatorshouldbe of a type whichcan be padlockedin
Refrigerantdryer the OFF position.
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recommended.
ELECTRICIANS. THEY MUST FULLY
UNDERSTAND AND ADOPTCORRECTAND SAFE
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WORKING PRACTICES. ALL ASPECTS OF THE
INSTALLATIONMUST MEET THE WIRING
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and collecttracesof dust or dirt.
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3.6.1
s u p p l y e
Before connectingto the mains electrical
n s u r e t h a t t h e s y s t e m c a n s u s t a i nt h e
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additionalelectricalload. To ensure reliablelow
resistance joints,makesurethatyourincomingsupply
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The use of galvanisedsteel pipeworkto an approved that they are of the correctcrosssectionalarea.
s t a n d a r d i s r e c o m m e n d e df o r p i p e r u n s t o
E . applications.The pipe should be sized to avoid 3.6.2 Referto starterand circuitdiagramsbefore
excessiveoressuredroo. startingwork.Notecarefullythe instructions relatingto
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earthing,fuses and size of cable.
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for drainingany condensate.Normally2 degreesis 3.6.3
sufficient. used to
Fusesto BS 88 (e.9.GEC type gG) must be
protectthe compressorstarter.The fuse size
mustbe as specifiedin technicaldata.
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3.6.4 Circuitbreakersare not recommendedsince
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Fit drop-legsand automaticcondensatedrain valves overloadcondition.
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should also be fitted close to individualequipment. conjunction
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Condensatemay containoil and must be disposedof contactyour CompAirHydrovaneDistributor.
fuses.lf in doubt
in an appropriatemanner.An automaticcondensate
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distributor.
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WARNING!
o o o o o o D O O
BEFORE STARTINGWORK, ENSURETHAT THE K2M KlM
FUSESHAVE BEEN REMOVEDFROM
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COMPLETE.
3.7.1 The startermust be connectedto the mains

electricalsupply via a lockable,switchedand fused
isolator.
g.7.2 The isolatorshouldbe positionednearto the
compressorwith clearunrestrictedaccess'
3.7.3 Firmly secure cable lugs to the supply and
earthcables.
3.7.4 Pass the main cable (A) throughthe base
ptateentry hole (B) and securewith a suitablecable
supplycablesto the
ttanO.Connecttire three mains
Iuppty terminals (C) marked L1,L2 and L3' Connect
the earth cable to the earth bar (D)'
Note: Cable sizes specifiedare minimumsize to

suit typicalinstallation.lf the compressoris locateda
long'way away from the isolat-oror the ambient
t"ri"t"tur" normallyexceeds9so C,1[e1 cablesize c
may need to be increased.Referto IEE Regulations D
for LlectricalEquipmentin Buildingsto determinesize
reouired. B
g.7.5 Check transformerfuse is positionedto suit A
the suPPlYvoltage.
3.7.6 Ensure that ALL electricalconnectionsare
tight. High voltage connectionsto contactorsand Figure3.4- ElectricalConnections
incomingterminalsare critical'
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TO ELIMINATERISK OF ACCIDENTALCONTACT
WITH LIVE TERMINALSMAKE SURE THAT ALL
i l e c r n t c A l c o v E R S A N D P A N E L SA R E
SCCUNEIYFITTEDAND LOCKEDBEFOREYOU
SWITCHON THE ELECTRICALSUPPLY.
3.7.7 Makesurethat any fusesfittedto the isolator

are the correctsize. See TechnicalData' Refit main
linefusesto distributionboard.
3.7.8 SwitchisolatorON.
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IF AN AUTOMATICRE-STARTDEVICEIS FITTED'
ADDITIONALWARNINGSWILL BE REQUIRED.
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3.8 GheckDirectionof MotorRotation
WARNING!
READ HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

BEFORESTARTINGCOMPRESSOR.
3.8.1 Ensurethat the compressorair-endis filled

correctlywith an approvedoil and that all plugs are
fittedsecurely.
3.8.2 Switch mains electricalsupply ON. Ensure
that mains and reset lamps are illuminated.Select
continuous run mode.
3.8.3 Pressresetbuttonto startcomoressor.
3.8.4 Check directionof rotationof compressor

drive motor. The correct direction of rotation is
clockwisewhen viewedfrom the drive end (i.e. Rear
of motor).
lf correct, the pressure displayed on the air-end
pressuregaugewillimmediately riseto 5.5 bar.
lf not correct, pressurewill not rise and the pressure

gaugewillreadzero.
CAUTION!
Stop the compressorimmediately: seriousdamageto

the air-endwill resultif the motoris allowedto run in
reverse!
WARNING!
IF INCORRECTSTOP THE COMPRESSORAND

LOCK THE ISOLATORIN THE OFF POSITION.FIT
A SAFETY NOTICETO THE ISOLATORADVISING
THAT WORK IS BEING CARRIEDOUT ON THE
COMPRESSOR.
3.8.5 Changeover any two of the incomingcables

c o n n e c t e dt o t h e s t a r t e r t e r m i n a l sL 1 , L 2 & L 3
(Qualifiedperson only).
3.8.6 Ensurethatallcoversand panelshavebeen
securelyreinstated.
3.8.7 Switchthe mainselectrical
supplyon.
3.8.8 Restartcompressorand verifythat direction

of rotationis correct.
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3.11 Technical Data
ModelNumber
818 822 830 837 845
MinimumVentilationRequirements
AmbientTemoeratureRanoe sc 0to40 0to40 0to40 0to40 0to40
MinimumRoomVolume M3 35 35 60 90 90
Air lnlet/ Outletarea M2 0.5 0.5 0.6 1.0 1.0
CoolingAir Flow Rate M3/hr 3400 3400 6900 14000 14000
Pipework
Air Connection
Size Rp '1.0 '1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5
Air SupplyNon ReturnValve Rp 1.0 1.0 '1.0 '1.5 1.5
RecommendedAir ReceiverCapacity Litres 500 500 500 500 500
Dryer
Refrigerant(PressureDew Point+2 nC) HRD 220 220 270 310 390
Desiccant(PressureDew Point-40 nC) HDD 30A 35A 40A 704 70A
Filters
GeneralPurpose GP 300 300 350 400 400
Hiqh Efficiency HE 300 300 350 400 400
Dust Removal DR 300 300 350 400 400
OdourRemoval OR 300 300 350 400 400
CASEProducts
DutySelector H F P0 2 HFP 02 H F P0 2 HFP 02 HFP 02
AutomaticTime Controller H F P0 4 HFP 04 H F P0 4 HFP 04 HFP 04
RemoteStoo/StartController H F P0 5 HFP 05 H F P0 5 H F P0 5 H F P0 5
CondensateDrainValve 33958- 33958- 33958- 33958- 33958-
01 01 01 01 01
CompAirHydrovaneServiceKits
2000 Hourservicekit KM 82 KM 82 KM 83 KM 85 KM 86
6000Hourseparator
kit KS 82 KS 82 KS 83 KS 84 KS 84
Topup kit KT 82 KT 82 KT 84 KT 84 KT 84
Note: Allthree servicekitswill be requiredfor a completeoverhaul.
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ModelNumber
818 822 830 837 845
Minimumincomingcablesize(copperconductors)
220V50 Hz models mm2 25 25 50
220V 60 Hz models mm2 25 25 50 70 70
380V 50 Hz models mm2 10 10 to 50 50
380V 60 Hz models mm2 10 10 to 25 50
415V50 Hz models mm2 10 10 to 50 50
440V 60 Hz models mm2 10 10 to 25 50
Fusesize (for protectionof supplycables)BS88TypegG
220V 50 Hz models Amps 100 100 125
220V 60 Hz models Amps 80 100 125 160 200
3B0V50 Hz models Amps 63 63 BO 100 125
380V 60 Hz models Amps 50 63 80 100 125
415V50 Hz models Amps 63 63 BO 100 100
440V 60 Hz models Amps 50 63 BO 100 100
(Directdrive)
Drivemotorspecifications
Soeed50 Hz models rpm 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500
Speed60 Hz models rpm 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
Power KW 18.5 22 30 37 45
hp 25 30 40 50 60
Linecurrent220V50 Hz models Amps 69 79 116
Linecurrent220V 60 Hz models Amps 68 BO 110 135 164
Linecurrent380V50 Hz models Amps 40 46 67.5 85 100
Linecurrent380V60 Hz models Amps 40 46 64 7B 95
Linecurrent415V50 Hz models Amps 36.3 42 61.5 78 91.3
Linecurrent440V60 Hz models Amps 34 43 58 68 85
protection
Enclosure (TEFV)50 Hz models lPs5 tP55 tP55 tP55 tP55
protection
Enclosure (Dripproof)50 Hz models tP23 lP23 tP23 tP23 tP23
Enclosureprotection(TEFV)60 Hz models tP55 lP55 tP55 tP55 tP55
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ModelNumber
818 822 830 837 845
OperatingPressures
Nominaloperatingpressure(8 bar models) Bar 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0
Maximumoperatingpressure(B bar models) Bar 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.0
Nominaloperatingpressure('10bar models) Bar 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0
Maximum operatingpressure ('10barmodels) Bar 10.8 10.8 10.8 10.8 10.8
Recommendedminimumoperatingpressure Bar 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0
Minimumpressurevalvesetting Bar 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
Oil chambervent down time to idle pressure Mins 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
(Automode)
Oil chamberventdowntime stoppedin Mins 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
manual"
Oil chambervent down time stoppedin auto* Mins 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Air Delivery
Freeair delivered@ 8.0 Bar 50 Hz Litres/sec 49.2 59.5 78.0 94.0 114
Freeair delivered@ 8.0 Bar 60 Hz Litres/sec
Freeair delivered@ 10.0Bar 50 Hz Litres/sec
Maximumair dischargetemp aboveambient sc <10 <10 <10 <10 <10
Oil Information
Recommended
oil Type Fluidforce2000
Compressor
totaloilcapacity Litres 13.6 13.6 13.6 14.5 24.0
interval
Oil change/service Hours 2000 2000 2000 2000
2000
Normaloil operatingtemperature ec 80-90 80-90 80-90 B0-90 80-90
Maximumoil temperature ec 100 100 100 100 100
Oil Consumption
Oil carryover(By weight) ppm 5.0 max 5.0max 5.0max 5.0max 1 . 0m a x
This representsan actualconsumptionof;
Litresoer '100hours8 Bar machines Litres 0.12 0.14 0.19 0.23 0.06
Litresper500hoursB Barmachines Litres 0.59 0.70 0.95 1. 1 6 0.28
Litresper 2000 hours8 Bar machines Litres 2.37 2.79 3.80 4.64 1.12
Note: .Afterstoppingthe air-endmustbe allowedto vent down naturally.Speedingup the de-pressurisation
may causeseparatorflooding.
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Safetyvalve (oil chamber)B bar models Bar 10 10 10 10 10
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4.1 CompressorAssembly(PUAS)
(seefig 4.1)
The HydrovanePackage Unit comprisesa single
stage, oil sealed, rotary, sliding vane compressor
air-end driven by an electric motor mounted on a
tripod. lt is suppliedwith control panel, starter,and
c o m b i n a t i o no i l c o o l e r / a i ra f t e r c o o l e rw i t h a l l
accessoriespipedin and electricallyconnected.
The compressorair-end (A) is assembledvia bell
housing(B) to the flangeface of drive motor(C). The
rotorof the air-endis directlycoupledto the driveshaft
of the motor. The motor is mounteddirectlyto the
compressortripod (D) with the air-endsupportedby
supportbracket(E).Locatedinsidethe box securedto
the compressortripod are two pressureswitches(F)
which controlthe compressorwhen operatingin the
automaticstop/startmode.
A fan (G) is assembledto the end of the motorshaft

to force a coolingairflowthroughthe combinationoil
cooler/airaftercooler(H).The compressorcontrols(L)
are locatedin the door of the starterpanel(K).
The compressorair intake is protectedby air intake
filter(M) and the oil systemby oilfilter(N).
The oil is drainedfrom the compressorair-endby

removingthe oil drainplug (P).
Figure4.1 also showsthe locationof the compressor

air-endpressuregauge(R),and oilfillerplug(S).
The separator (T) is located at the rear of the
compressor and ensuresthatthe airdelivered
through
the minimumpressurevalve(U)has an oilcleanliness
standard of less than 5 ppm (parts per million by
weight).The air is deliveredthroughthe air delivery
pipe (V) to the aftercooler.
The oil supplyto the cooleris throughoilfeedpipe(W)

withthe cooloil returnvia oil returnpipe(X).To ensure
t h e c o m p r e s s o rr e a c h e s t h e o p t i m u m o p e r a t i n g
temperaturequicklya thermalby-passvalve(Y)allows
the oil supplyto by-passthe cooleron initialstartup.
T h e v e n t d o w n s o l e n o i d( Z ) a l l o w s t h e a i r - e n d
pressureto fall to 2.0 bar duringthe run-ontime and
to zero wheneverthe compressorstops.
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4.2 CompressorAssembly(PWTS)
Seefig 4.2)
The Hydrovane Package Unit comprises a single
stage, oil sealed, rotary, sliding vane compressor
air-end driven by an electric motor mounted on a
tripod. lt is suppliedwith controlpanel, starter,and
water cooled oil cooler.All accessoriesare piped in
and electricallyconnected.
The compressorair-end (A) is assembledvia bell
housing(B) to the flangeface of drive motor(C). The
rotorof the air-endis directlycoupledto the driveshaft
of the motor. The motor is mounteddirectlyto the
compressortripod (D) with the air-endsupportedby
supportbracket(E).Locatedinsidethe box securedto
the compressortripod are two pressureswitches(F)
which controlthe compressorwhen operatingin the
automaticstoo/startmode.
The compressorcontrols(L) are locatedin the door of

the starterpanel(K).
The compressorair intake is protectedby air intake
filter(M) and the oil systemby oilfilter(N).
The oil is drained from the comoressorair-end bv

removingthe oildrainplug (P).
Figure4.2 alsoshowsthe locationof the compressor

air-endpressuregauge(R),and oilfillerplug (S).
The separator (T) is located at the rear of the
compressorand ensurgsthatthe airdeliveredthrough
the minimumpressurevalve(U) hasan oil cleanliness
standard of less than 5 ppm (parts per million by
weight).The air is deliveredthroughthe air delivery
point(V).
Referto figure4.1 for items(T, W, X and Y).
The oil supplyto the cooleris throughoilfeedpipe(W)

withthe cooloil returnvia oil returnpipe(X).To ensure
t h e c o m p r e s s o rr e a c h e s t h e o p t i m u m o p e r a t i n g
temperaturequicklya thermalby-passvalve(Y) allows
the oil supplyto by-passthe cooleron initialstartup.
T h e v e n t d o w n s o l e n o i d( Z ) a l l o w s t h e a i r - e n d
pressureto fall to 2.0 bar duringthe run-ontime and
to zero wheneverthe compressorstops.
Connectwaterinletto oilcooler(Al ) and airaftercooler

(B1)to the bottom.Connectwateroutletfrom coolers
to the top.The air dischargepointis shownby (C1).
Note: A f lowcontrolvalveis fittedto the wateroutlet
of oil coolers.The valve remainscloseduntiloil has
reachednormaloperatingtemperature.
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(A) Mains lamp (white)
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(B) Reset push-button / Lamp (yellow)
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Whenbuttonis pressedlampwillextinguish. lf selector
switchis set to positionI or ll compressorwill start.
(C) Selector switch
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5.1 Introduction 5.3 Selectoperatingmode
WARNING! The selectorswitchallowstwo operatingmodes:
T H E C O M P R E S S O RS H O U L D O N L Y B E 5.3.1 Position 'll' Automatic Stop/Startmode.
OPERATEDBY AUTHORISEDPERSONSFULLY
TRAINED lN:- THE STARTING,STOPPINGAND This is the normalmodeof operationgivingmaximum
EMERGENCYSTOP PROCEDURES. e f f i c i e n c ya n d e c o n o m y . R e c o m m e n d e df o r
applicationswith fluctuatingair demands.With the
BEFORESTARTINGTHE COMPRESSOR,READ auto mode selectedthe compressorwill load/unload
THE'HEALTHAND SAFETYPRECAUTIONS" a n d s t o p / s t a r ta u t o m a t i c a l l yi n r e s p o n s et o a i r
demand.
5.2 CheckingProcedureBefore lf the motor restartsmore than ten times oer hour or
Starting continuallyrestartswithin thirty secondsof stopping
then K8T run-ontimer setting may be increasedto
5.2.1 Checkoil levelis abovesightglass. reduce frequency.lf after adjustmentthe condition
5.2.2 Check filler and drain plugs are fitted persistsswitchto position'l'ContinuousRun mode.
securely. 5.3.2 Position'l'ContinuousRunmode
5.2.3 Checkfor any signsof oil or waterleaks.
Recommendedwhere excessivestop/startsoccur
5.2.4 Refitall coversand secure. and/orwhen there are rapid changesof pressurein
the air-linesystem.Whenthe continuousrun modeis
5.2.5 Checkair-outletvalve is open and test-valve selected the compressor will continue to operate
is closed. irrespective of air-linepressure.
5.2.6 Checkselectorswitchis in off '0' positionand
that emergencystop buttonis released.
5.2.7 Turn mainselectricity
supplyon.
5.2.8 Check that mains lamo and reset

push-button
lampilluminate.
CAUTION:
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p u s h - b u t t o n l a m p f a i l s t o i l l u m i n a t e ,t h e
over-temperature protectionunit (F3) is inoperative.
Do not use compressoruntil the fault has been
rectified.lf in doubtcontactyour CompairHydrovane
distributor.
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. T o s e l e c t c o n t i n u o u sm o d e w h e n r u n n i n g i n There may be a faultwith the compressorif:
automatic: selectswitchposition'l'.
a) The compressorhas stopped.
lf running,the compressor willnotstop.However,
if the compressorhas stoppedin the auto mode, b) The emergencystop button has not been
it will immediatelyrestart. operated.
. To seldctautomaticwhen runningin continuous: c) Resetlampis illuminated.

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selectswitchposition To determineif the over-temperature fault is on the
T h e c o m p r e s s o rw i l l n o t s t o p . H o w e v e r , i f air-endor the motor.You must look at the thermistor
pressureis greaterthan 8.4 bar, the automatic board insidethe starter.
stoppingsequencewillbegin. Do not operatethe emergencystop buttonor turn the
mains isolatoroff at this stage.This would resetthe
5.7 Stoppingprocedure faultcondition.
. To stopthe compressor
in eithercontinuousrun or Followfaultfindingprocedurebelow.
'0'.
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WARNING!
T h e c o m p r e s s o rw i l l s t o p i m m e d i a t e l y .T h e
compressorair-endwill begin to vent to atmosphere T H E F O L L O W I N GV I S U A L F A U L T F I N D I N G
and the air-end pressurewill fall to zero. However, P R O C E D U R ES H O U L D B E C A R R I E DO U T B Y
pressurein the air-enddeliverypipe and aftercooler QUALIFIEDAND COMPETENTPERSONSONLY.
will be equalto the pressureremainingin the air-line
THIS PANEL CONTAINS POTENTIALLYLETHAL
syslem. V O L T A G E S .U N D E R N O C I R C U M S T A N C E S
SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO TOUCH ANYTHING
5.8 Emergencystop I N S I D ET H E C O N T R O L P A N E L , O R O N T H E
CONTROLPANEL DOOR.
lf an emergencyoccurs, hit the emergency-stop
button.The buttonwill lock in the depressedposition . Switchthe compressoroff usingselectorswitch.
and stopthe compressorimmediately. Clearanyfaults
. Do not restartthe compressor.
which may have occurred.Do not resetuntilit is safe
to do so. . Carefullyunlockand open the controlpaneldoor.
The emergencystop buttoncan be resetby twistingit /\ /\
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VISUALINSPECTION ONLY.
CAUTION:
. Look at the thermistorcontrol board to identify
The emergency-stopshould be used for emergency Seefigure
whichof the two lampsareextinguished.
purposesonly.The stopswitchshouldalwaysbe used
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lf the motor LED is extinguished, a motor
5.9 CompressorVentDownTime over-temperature fault has occurred.
After stoppingthe air-end must be allowedto vent l f t h e c o m p L E D i s e x t i n g u i s h e da,

down naturally.Speedingup the de-pressurisation c o m p r e s s o ro v e r - t e m p e r a t u r fea u l t h a s
may causeseparatorflooding. occurred.
lf both LED's are extinguished,there may
havebeena mainssupplyfailure.
. Closestarterpaneldoor and lock in position.
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6 OperatingParameters
6.1 AmbientTemperature 6.4 Oil Life of FluidForce2000
The compressoris designedto operate within a
temperaturerangeof 0'C and 40"C. SumpOil MaximumOil
Temperature ChangePeriod
lf the ambienttemperaturefrequentlyfalls below0'C (DegreesCentigrade) (HoursRun)
then consultyour CompAirHydrovaneDistributor.
Upto 95 2000
6.2 OperatingTemperatures 9 5- 1 0 0 1500
6 . 2 . 1 Y o u r c o m p r e s s o ri s d e s i g n e d t o g i v e 1 0 0- 1 0 5 1000
optimum performanceand trouble free service life
when the bulk oil temperatureis betweenB0'C and 105-110 500
90'c. O v e r11 0 No guaranteedservicelife
The temperaturecan be measuredby placing a
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N o t e : T h e c o m p r e s s o r t e m p e r a t u r eg a u g e mustbe visiblein the oil-levelsight-glass.
lf oil is not
indicatesairtemperature in the separatormanifoldand visible,the compressormust be topped-up.See
shouldnot be usedas a measureof oiltemoerature. servicing.
6.2.2 Conditions whichpreventthe
or applications
compressortemperaturefrom stabilisingbetween 6.6 NoiseLevel
these parametersshouldbe avoided.
Noise emissionsare below 85 dBA. However the
lf yourcompressorf requentlyoperatesin highambient compressorshouldbe positionedwherenoisewill not
temperaturesthen the oil lifewill be reduced. be a problem.We recommendear protectionis used,
when nearthe compressorfor extendedperiods.
6.3 High OperatingTemperatures
Noise
95 - 100'C Level
818 822 830 837 845
S o m e o f t h e r e a s o n s f o r h i g h c o m p r e s s o ro i l
temperaturesare: dBA 76 7B 80 84 85
a) Low oil level.

When measuredto the testcode PneuropC.A.G.l.
b) Blockedoil cooleror coolerflow restrictions.
c) Wrong type or gradeof oil. 6.7 PressureReadings

d) Highambienttemperature. The compressorair-endpressureis displayedby the
pressuregaugelocatedin the oilchamber.
N o t e : C o m p r e s s o rw i l l s t o p a u t o m a t i c a l l yi f
temperature risesabove110'C.
/\ 6.8 Air DeliveryTemperature
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The air deliverytemperatureafter it has passed
BEWAREOF HOT SURFACES!THE OIL COOLER throughthe air aftercooleris typically30/34'C.
FUNCTIONS AT A RELATIVELY HIGH i.e. 10'C aboveambienl'
T E M P E R A T U R EA N D M A Y B E T O O H O T T O
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Caution !
lf compressortemperaturegauge readsgreaterthan
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7.1 Introduction
WARNING! lf reading too low, turn grub-screw(E)
clockwiseto increasepressure.
BEFOREMAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS. Note: Must not exceed9.0 bar (10.8bar).
Adjustmentproceduresshown must only be carried lf reading too high or a lower operating

out by authorisedpersonsfullytrainedand competent pressure is required, turn grub-screw(E)
i n t h e m a i n t e n a n c eo f C o m p a i r H y d r o v a n e counter-clockwiseto decreasepressure.
compressors. . Open and close the test valve and check that
lf you are not able to carry out the work safely,contact pressurestabilisesat requiredsetting.
your CompairHydrovanedistributor. . Securelock-nut(D).
'10.0
Note: Figuresin bracketsreferto bar models. .
Refititems(A and B) and secure.
7.2 Servovalve(seeFig 7.1)

The servo valve controlspressureat a pre-setfactory
settingwhen there is no demandfor air.The specified
settingis a maximum and must not be exceeded.
Factorysetting8 bar models:- 8.5 /9.0 bar
Factorysetting10 bar models:- 10.5/10.8bar

lf the servo needs minor adjustmentsor a lower
pressure is required then carry out the following
procedure:
. Closeair outletvalveto air-linesystem.
. Fit silencer.Open test valve.
. Selectmanualmode and startcompressor.
. Adjusttest valve so that the pressuregauge reads

a p p r o x i m a t e l y8 . 0 b a r ( 1 0 . 0 b a r ) a n d a l l o w
compressorto warm up.
. Afterapproximately10 minutes,closethe testvalve
and stop the compressor.
. Removeair filtercover (A), air filter(B).
. Slackenservo lock-nut(D) throughhole in support
housing.
. Checktest valve and air outletvalve are closed.
. Select manual mode, start compressorand allow

pressureto stabilise.
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7.3 Pressureswitches 7.5 Low pressureswitch PS 2
(seeFig 7.2)
Introduction
switchPS2 (E) functions in automatic
The compressor is fittedwithtwo pressureswitches ^tlY,ll:,tt're
modeonly.Twoadjusting
stop/start screwsallowany
pre-setatthefactory. Therecommended ran----'-'-:-;::
requirement
individual to be satisfied'
of highpressureswitchps 1 mustnorbe ::;""t]:3
and the differentialsettingkeptto a minimum.The Operatingpressure(range)either:
rangesettingof low pressureswitchPS 2 may be
adjustedto suit individualrequirements with the a) Restartsthecompressorafterstoppinginthe
keptto a minimum.
differential automode.
Pressure sensing b) Cancelsthe stoppingsequenceif the air-line
pressurefallsto settingduringthe operating
The Package Unit is suppliedwith the pressure time of the vent down timer K7T.
sensingfeedto the pressureswitcheslocatedafterthe
minimumpressurevalve(M.P.V.).lt is recommended 7.5.1 Setting procedure
that a non-returnvalve is not fitted in the air-line
systemadjacentto the compressoroutlet.However,if Note: Before undertakingthis procedure,ensure
a non-returnvalve is required,then the pressure that:
sensingfeed must be relocatedafter the non-return (a) An accuratepressuregaugeis fittedintothe
valve. air-linesysteme.g.in the air receiver.
The switchesare locatedon the compressortripod
and (b) T h e a i r - l i n es y s t e m d o w n s t r e a mo f t h e
may be accessedby removingthe protectivecover. pressuregaugeis closed.
(c) The pipe work system incorporatingthe

7.4 High pressureswitchPS 1 pressuregauge can be vented safely and
(seeFig 7.2) quietlye.g. test valve (fitsilencer).
Pressureswitch PS 1 (B) functionsin automatic . Releasefourfastenersand removeoressureswitch
stop/startmode only.Two adjustingscrewsallowany cover (A).
individualreouirementto be satisfied.
WARNING!
Operating pressure (range)
DO NOT REMOVEPLASTIC PRESSURESWITCH
Initiatesthe stoppingsequenceif thereis no demand COVERS.110 VOLTSAT TERMINALS.
for air when operatingin the automode.
. ldentifyhigh pressureswitchPS 1 (B).
Operatingrange8.0 bar models= 8.2 I 8.4 bar
(factorysetting) . Removekey plate(C).
Operatingrange 10.0bar models= 10.2I 10.4bar . Set operatingpressure(range)to approximately

(factorysetting) screw(D) clockwise.
10.0bar by turningadjusting
Note: These are maximumsettingsand must not . ldentifylow pressureswitchPS 2 (E).
be exceeded.lf an air-linesystem pressureof less
. Removekey plate (F).
than 8.2 bar (10.2 bar) is requiredthe operating
pressure(range)settingmay be reduced. . Set operatingpressure(range)to approximately
Recommended =
minimumsetting 7.0 bar. 4 . 0 b a r b y t u r n i n g a d j u s t i n gs c r e w ( G )
counter-clockwise.
Differential(diff)
Cancelsthe stoppingsequenceif the air-linepressure

drops by the differential(diff) setting during the
operatingtime of the pressureswitchtimer K6T.
(diff)= 0.5 bar (factorysetting)
Differential
Air-linesystempressure= 7.7 I 7.9 bar (9.7/ 9.9 bar)
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. Checkdifferential (diff)(H) is set to minimum(0.5 7.6 Controltimers(seeFig 7.3)
bar) on both switches.
rs are locatedin the starterpanel.
The controltime
. Closeair outletvalveto air-linesvstem.
. Open tesl valveto atmosphere.

WARNING! A
STOP THE COMPRESSORAND ISOLATE FROM
WARNING! A THE MAINS ELECTRICALSUPPLY. LOCK THE
ISOLATORIN THE OFF POSITION.FIT A SAFETY
FIT SILENCER.
NOTICE TO THE ISOLATOR ADVISING THAT
. Select auto mode. switch oosition 'll' and start W O R K I S B E I N G C A R R I E DO U T O N T H E
comoressor. COMPRESSOR.
. Slowlyclose test valve and allow pressureto rise 7.6.1 Pressureswitch timer K6T (A)
untilcompressor is running{ullyoff load.
Operatesin automaticmodeonly and is activatedthe
. Verify that compressorair-end pressure gauge instant pressureswitch PS 1 reaches high setting.
Duringits timingperiodthe vent down solenoidwill
r e a d s8 . 5 - 9 . 0 b a r ( 1 0 . 5- 1 0 . 8b a r ) .
remainenergisedand the air path throughit closed.
. Turn PS 1 (range)adjustingscrew (D) clockwise The timer is usedto reducethe numberof operations
untilpressureswitchcontacts(J) operate. of the solenoidvalve.
. Wait for 15 seconds,then check that vent down Factorysetting= 15 secs
solenoid has de-energisedand that compressor
air-endpressureis falling. Range= 0 to 60 secs
. Allowcompressorto operatefor the durationof the It is recommendedthat this timer is not adjusted.
run-ontimer.The compressorwillthenstop.
7.6.2 Vent down timer K7T (B)
. Slowly open test valve and allow pressurein
pipework system to fall until requiredsetting is Startstimingthe instantK6T times out. At the same
displayedon the systempressuregauge. time the vent down solenoidis de-energisedallowing
the air-endpressureto fall.lf the air-linepressurefalls
. Closetest valvethe instantthe pressurefallsto the by the differentialsettingof PS 1 during K7T timing
requiredre-startoperatingpressure. period the stoppingsequenceis cancelledand the
compressorrechargesthe air-linesystem.
. Raise the operatingpressureof PS 2 by turning
( r a n g e ) s c r e w ( G ) c l o c k w i s eu n t i l i n s t a n t Factorysetting= 15 secs
comoressorre-starts.
Range= 0 to 60 secs
. Set the test valve partiallyopen and allow the
c o m p r e s s o rt o c y c l e b e t w e e n h i g h a n d l o w Timer may be set between 0 and 60 secs to suit
pressuresetting. exceptionaloperatingconditionsby turningthe dial
knobto the durationrequired.
. Checksystempressuregaugereadingsand make
any fine adjustmentsnecessary.
. Closetest valveand stop the compressor.
. Refitkey plates(C) and (F) and cover(A).
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7.6.3 Run-ontimer K8T(C)
Startstimingthe instantK7Ttimesout. DuringKBT
timingperiodthe air-endpressurewillfallto 2.0 bar
At the end of the timingperiodthe
and stabilise.
compressor willstopandtheair-endpressure willfall
IOZerO.
Factorysetting= 2 minsrecommended
minimum
Range= 0 to 10 mins
Timer may be resetbetween2 and 10 minutesto suit

individualair system and/or operatingconditionsby
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turningthe dialknobto the durationrequired.
Caution !
To avoid restartingagainstload KBT must not be set

to lessthan2 minutes.
7.6.4 Star delta timer K4T (D)

The star delta timer K4T is pre-setand sealedat 0.9
secondsand must not be adiusted.
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Chapter8
Contents
Section Page
Introduction .....8.1 ..58
RoutineServiceSchedule 8.2 . . ..58
CheckingOperationof the Compressor 8.3 . . . 6 0
OilTop-upProcedure 8.4 . . . .62
50 HourMeekly ServiceProcedure 8.5 . . . 6 3
2000 Hour (Yearly)ServiceProcedure 8.6 . 6 4
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8.1 Introduction
WARNING!

BEFOREYOU STARTANY SERVICEWORK.
SERVICINGOF THE COMPRESSORMUSTONLY

BE CARRIED.OUTBY AUTHORISEDPERSONS
F U L L Y T R A I N E D A N D C O M P E T E N TI N T H E
MAINTENANCE OF HYDROVANE
COMPRESSORS. T H E Y M U ST FULLY
UNDERSTAND AND ADOPT CORRECT AND SAFE
WORKINGPRACTICES.
lf you are unableto carry-outthe work safely in the

r e q u i r e dm a n n e r t h e n y o u r C o m p A i r H y d r o v a n e
distributorwill be pleasedto help.
Only routineservicingproceduresare detailedin this

handbook.Do not attemptmorecomplexworkwithout
referenceto the servicemanual.
8.2 RoutineServiceSchedule
The work listed below must be carried-outat the
which must be regardedas a
indicatedrunning-hours
maximum.In dusty, hot or humid conditionsmore
frequentservicingmay be necessary.
Notes for routine service schedule

(1) Every2000runninghours,or oneyear,whichever
occursfirst.Appliesfor FluidForce2000 oil only,
if standard approved oils are used period is
reducedto 500 hours.
( 2 ) E n s u r e t h a t a l l e l e c t r i c a lc o n n e c t i o n sa r e
tightenedto recommendedtorque settings.Pay
carefulattentionto the mainspowerconnections
includingcablesconnectedto the contactorsand
incomingterminals.
Thissectionshowsthe minimumservicerequirements
f o r y o u r c o m p r e s s o r .T o e n s u r e t h a t t h e f u l l
compressormaintenanceprogrammeis carriedout,
Hydrovane recommendthat your compressoris
r e g u l a r l ys e r v i c e d b y a n a u t h o r i s e dH y d r o v a n e
distributor.
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8.3 CheckingOperationof the
Compressor
Note: You are remindedthat service work must
only be carried-outby competentpersons.Refer to
healthand safetyprecautionsbeforestartingwork.
8.3.1 Check the compressor operating
temperature
Poura smallamountof oilintothethermometer pocket
of the oil fillerplug.Screwa temperature gaugeinto
t h e f i l l e r p l u g o r p l a c e a t h e r m o m e t e ri n t o t h e
thermometerpocket.
Assumingthe compressoris servicedcorrectlythe

m a c h i n e i s c a p a b l e o f o p e r a t i n gi n a m b i e n t
temperaturesup to a maximum of 40"C. At this
ambientthe bulkoiltemoerature measuredat the filler
plugshouldbe 90"C.
Check oil temperature.When the compressoris

workingthe temperatureshouldbe:-
Initialstart-upand warm-upperiod. <70"c

Optimum workingtemperature. 80 -90'c
Hightemperature. 9 5- 1 0 0 ' C
Stop ! See faultfindingsection. > 100'c
8.3.2 Check pressure (1) air-line systems
Checktheair-linesystempressureby usingtheair-line
pressuregauge.
lf the correctsizeof comoressorhas beeninstalledthe

gaugeshouldread:
Condition 8 Bar 1 0B a r
When compressoris stopped 0 - 9.0bar 0 - 1 0 . 0b a r
Normalworkingpressure(handmode) 8 . 0- 9 . 0 b a r 1 0 . 0- 1 0 . 8b a r
Stop compressorand see fault finding if > 9.0 bar > 1 0 . 8b a r
Normalworkingpressure(automode) 6 . 0- 8 . 4 b a r 6 . 0- 1 0 . 4b a r
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8.3.3 Check pressure (2) compressor air-end
To checkthe air-endpressure,usethe pressuregauge
locatedin the air-end.
lf the correctsizeof compressorhas beeninstalledthe

gaugeshouldread:
Condition 8 Bar 10Bar

Pressure
whenstopped Aftervent down air-endpressuregauge
shouldread 0 bar.
Initialstart
up (3 seconds
approximately) 0 - 5.5bar 0 - 5.5bar
Whenchargingthe air-line 5.5 - 8.0 bar 5 . 5- 1 0 . 0b a r
Normalworkingpressure(hand mode) 8.0 - 9.0 bar 1 0 . 0- 1 0 . 8b a r
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Stop compressorand see fault finding il > 9.0 bar > 1 0 . 8b a r

Duringvent down time (automode) 8.4 - 2.0 bar 10.4- 2.0bar
Stoppedin auto mode 2.0- 0 bar 2.0- 0 bar
I 8.3.4 Check oil level

Check oil level using the compressoroil-levelsight
glass.The sight-glassis locatedin the intakeend face
of the oil chamber.When the compressoris running,
oil shouldbe visiblein the sight-glass.Whenstopped
the sight-glassshouldbe full.lf not top up.
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8.4 Oil Top-upProcedure
C D E
WARNTNG
! a a
STOP THE COMPRESSORAND ISOLATEFROM
M A I N S E L E C T R I C A LS U P P L Y . L O C K T H E
N O T I C E T O T H E I S O L A T O R A D V I S I N GT H A T
W O R K I S B E I N G C A R R I E DO U T O N T H E
COMPRESSOR.
CLOSETHE AIR OUTLETVALVETO ISOLATETHE

COMPRESSOR FROMTHE AIR-LINESYSTEM.FIT
A SAFETY NOTICE TO THE VALVE ADVISING
THAT IT IS NOT TO BE OPENED.
. Wait untilair-endvent down cycleis complete.
. Open test valve to vent pressure from the air

aftercoolerand associatedpipework.
. Checkthat the air-endpressuregaugereadszero.
WARNING!
DO NOT PROCEEDUNTILGAUGEREADSZERO!
. Carefullyunscrewcompressor
fillerplug(A).
WARN|NG
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IF ANY AIR OR OIL ESCAPESBEFOREPLUG IS
FULLY REMOVEDTHEN STOP! COMPRESSOR
AIR.ENDIS PRESSURISED!
DO NOTREMOVEPLUGUNTILALL PRESSUREIS
LOST. DO NOT ALLOW ANY COMPRESSEDAIR
JETS TO MAKE CONTACTWITH YOUR BODY.
. Removefillerplug(A). Retainbondedseal (B).
. Top-upto overflowwith an approvedoil (e.9.Fluid
Force2000).
. Examinebonded
seal,if notdamagedrefittooilfiller Figure8.1- FillerPlugLocation
plug.
. Refitsealand fillerplug,tightento 75Nm.
. Removesafetynotices.
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8.5 50 Hour (Weekly)Service 8.5.2 Cleancombinationoilcooler/
Procedure aftercooler
In additionto the dailychecksthe followingprocedures The combination cooleris locatedvertically. The inside
should be carried out every 50 hours or weekly face of the coolermust be cleaned and is accessed by
(whichever is the sooner). removing the cover plates fittedto the coolerduct.
. Removecoverplatesfrom coolerduct.
WARNTNG!
a a o . Carefullyblowcompressedair throughcooler,from
S T O P C O M P R E S S O RA N D I S O L A T E F R O M
M A I N S E L E C T R I C A LS U P P L Y . L O C K T H E insideto out.
ISOLATORIN THE OFF POSITION.FIT A SAFETY . Use a vacuum cleanerto removeany dust or dirt
NOTICE TO THE ISOLATOR ADVISING THAT remainingon the combination
cooler.
WORK IS BEING CARRIED OUT ON THE
COMPRESSOR. . Vacuumdust or dirt from intakeand outletgrills.
CLOSETHEAIR OUTLETVALVETO ISOLATETHE . Refitand securecoverolates.

COMPRESSOR FROMTHE AIR.LINESYSTEM.FIT
IF COMPRESSEDAIR IS USED FOR CLEANING,

THEN EYE PROTECTIONMUST BE WORN AND
C O M P R E S S E DA I R S A F E T Y P R E C A U T I O N S
OBSERVED.
8.5.1 Check compressor air filter

The air filter is located on the intake end of the
compressor.
. Unscrewretainingnut (C) and removethe filter
cover(D) and seal.
. Removefilterelement(E).
. Vacuumcleanor blow dust out of filterusinglow
pressure,cleandry air. Renewthe filterif it cannot
be cleanedsatis{actorily.
. Wipe clean the area insidethe filter cover and its
suppon.
. Refitair filterelement(E).
. Reinstatethe air filter,sealingwasherand cover.
Securethe assemblv..
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8.6 2000Hour(Yearly)Service
Procedure
In additionto dailyand 50 hourservice,the following
proceduresshouldbe carriedout every2000 hoursor
yearly(whicheveris the sooner).
Note: You are remindedthat servicework must

only be carried-outby competentpersons.Refer to
healthand safetyprecautionsbeforestafiingwork.
WARNING
AI A A
S T O P C O M P R E S S O RA N D I S O L A T E F R O M
M A I N S E L E C T R I C A LS U P P L Y . L O C K T H E
NOTICE TO THE ISOLATOR ADVISING THAT
W O R K I S B E I N G C A R R I E DO U T O N T H E
COMPRESSOR.
CLOSETHE AIR OUTLETVALVETO ISOLATETHE

COMPRESSOR FROMTHE AIR.LINESYSTEM.FIT
AVOID UNNECESSARYCONTACTWITH HOT OIL

AND COMPONENTS. GLOVES ARE
RECOMMENDED IF DRAININGOIL WHEN THE
COMPRESSOR IS HOT!
8.6.1 Compressor air intake filter replacement
The air intakefilteris locatedon the intakeend of the

compressor.
. Unscrewretainingnut and removethe filtercover
and seal.
. Removethe filterelementand discard.
. Wipe clean the area insidethe filtercover and its
support.
. Fit a new air filterelement.
. Reinstatethe air filter,sealingwasherand cover.
Securethe assembly.
Note: The air filter may containoil and must be
disposedof in an approvedmanner.
Figure8.2- Filterand DrainPlugLocation
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8.6.2 Oildrainingprocedure 8.6.4 Oilfillingprocedure

{
. Wait untilair-endvent down cycle is complete. Refitdrain plug using new bondedseal.Tightento
- d
. Opentestvalveto ventpressurefromairaftercooler B0Nm.
and associatedpipework. Filltooverflowwithan approvedoil (e.9.FluidForce
. Check that compressorair-end pressure gauge 2000).
readszero. Refitfillerplug using new bondedseal.Tightento
75Nm.
WARNING!
Close test valve and check that air outletvalve is
DO NOT PROCEEDUNTILGAUGEREADSZERO! closed.
. Carefully
unSCTEWcompressor
fillerplug(A). Reinstate
allcoversand securein place.
WARNING
! A Removesafetynotices.
-: IF ANY AIR OR OIL ESCAPESBEFOREPLUG IS
Startthe compressorin manualmode and run for
FULLY REMOVED,THEN STOP! COMPRESSOR
-J 30 secondsonly,then stop.Top up oil levelas per
IS PRESSURISED. DO NOT REMOVEPLUGUNTIL oiltop up procedure8.4.
ALL PRESSUREIS LOST. DO NOT ALLOW ANY
Reinstateall panelsand covers.
WITH YOUR BODY.
u Test run the compressorand check pressure,
. Removeplug(A),discardbondedseal (B). temperature.Inspectfor oil leaks.
. belowtheoildrain . Ensurepanelsare fittedand secured,and that air
Placea shallow25 litrecontainer
,i Plu9' outletvalve is open beforeleaving.
' Carefullyremovethe oil drain plug (D) and collect Note: Any waste oil collectedmust be disposedof
alloildrained
fromthecompressor. Discardbonded in an approvedmanner.
seal.
8.6.3 Oilfilter change procedure
Thecartridgetypeoilfilteris locatedin the bellhousing
of the compressor
air-end.
. Unscrewoil filter(C) usingstrapwrench. Discard
filterand seal.
Note: The filtercontainsoil and must be disoosed
of in an approvedmanner.Filterand seal must not be
reuseo.
. Cleanthe oilfiltermanifold.
. Apply a lightsmear of approvedoil to the new oil

filterseal and screwthread.
. Screw on filter until the seal makes contactwith
manifoldjointface.
. Handtightenfilterby a further113lo112turnonly.
Note: Oil filter is fitted with a pressure by-pass

valve. Use genuine Hydrovanereplacementfilter
onry.
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8.6.5 Electricalchecks 8.6.6 Cleanand checkelectricmotors
I A
WARNING A WARNING!
E L E C T R I C A LC H E C K S S H O U L D O N L Y B E IF THE MOTORIS HOT. ALLOW TO COOL UNTIL

C A R R T E DO U T B Y C O M P E T E N TP E R S O N S , SAFE TO TOUCH.
FULLYTRAINEDIN MAINSELECTRICAL SUPPLY
. Removeany dust or dirt from motor bodies and
AND STARTER CONTROL EQUIPMENT.READ
HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONSBEFORE motorair intakegrills.
STARTINGWORK! . Lubricatemotor bearings as per manufacturers
S T O P C O M P R E S S O RA N D I S O L A T E F R O M instructions.
M A I N S E L E C T R I C A LS U P P L Y . L O C K T H E . Reinstateall covers.
ISOLATORTO THE OFF POSITION.FIT A SAFETY
NOTICE TO THE ISOLATOR ADVISING THAT . Removesafetynotices.
WORK tS BEING CARRIEDOUT ON THE
COMPRESSOR.
. Openthe starterpaneldoor.
. Remove any terminalcovers fitted to contactors

and incomingsupplyterminals.
. Checkfor any signsof overheatingand ensurethat
all electricalconnectionsare tightenedto correct
torque settings, as per label on inside face of
starter.
Note: Pay specialattentionto power connections

and cablesconnectedto contactorsand incoming
terminals.
WARNING!
ENSURE THAT ANY TERMINAL COVERS

R E M O V E D A R E R E F I T T E DT O P R E V E N T
ACCIDENTAL FINGER CONTACT WITH POWER
SUPPLY!
. Lockstarterpaneldoor and removekey to prevent
unauthorisedaccess.
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8.6.7 Checkoperationof Over-temperature
a ControlUnit
WARNING
I A A
THE FOLLOWINGFAULT FINDINGPROCEDURE
SHOULDBE CARRIEDOUT BY QUALIFIEDAND
COMPETENTPERSONSONLY.
THIS PANEL CONTAINS POTENTIALLYLETHAL

V O L T A G E S .U N D E R N O C I R C U M S T A N C E S
SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO TOUCH ANYTHING
I N S I D ET H E C O N T R O L P A N E L , O R O N T H E
CONTROLPANEL DOOR UNLESSINSTRUCTED
TO DO SO IN THE FOLLOWINGPROCEDURE.
. Startcomoressor.
. Openthe starterpaneldoor.
. Unscrewterminal38 and removethe connecting

wire (refto fig 8.3).
. T h e c o m p r e s s o rd r i v e m o t o r m u s t s t o p
immediately.
. Withoutre-settingthe starteror disconnecting the
mains supply to the starter re-connectthe circuit
(terminal
38).
. Reinstatethe electricalcontrolbox coverand front
paner.
CAUTION:
lf the abovesequenceis not achievedthena faultmay
have occurredwhich has damaged the OTC. The
compressormustnot be operateduntila replacement
OTC has been fitted and the above procedure
repeated.
all panels.
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Chapter9
Contents
Section Page
Introduction 9.1 .70
Faults 9.2 .71
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9.1 lntroduction
WARNING!

BEFOREYOU STARTANY SERVICEWORK.
SERVICINGOF THE COMPRESSORMUSTONLY

BE CARRIED.OUTBY AUTHORISEDPERSONS
F U L L Y T R A I N E D A N D C O M P E T E N TI N T H E
M A I N T E N A N C EO F C O M P A I R H Y D R O V A N E
COMPRESSORS. THEY MUST FULLY
UNDERSTAND AND ADOPTCORRECTAND SAFE
WORKINGPRACTICES.
lf you are unableto carry-outthe work safelyin the

r e q u i r e dm a n n e r t h e n y o u r C o m p a i r H y d r o v a n e
distributorwill be pleasedto help.
The rangeof minorfaultswhich may occur with your
Hydrovanecompressorcan be grouped under the
followingfour categories:
H I G HP R E S S U R E Pressurerisesuntil
safetyvalvelifts.
HIGHTEMPERATURE Oiltemperaturehigher
t h a n1 0 0 " C .
LOW AIR OUTPUT Lackof air at pointof

usage.
OIL DISCHARGE intoair

Oildischarged
system
The symptomsand actionsfor thesefaultsaredetailed

on the followingpages.
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9.2 Faults
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Symptom Action
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9.2.1 High pressure
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Pressure risesandsafetyvalveblows. Firstensurethat safetyvalve liftsat the
r- Airloilvapourdischargedfromintake.Rapid correctpressure.
pressure losson stoppingcompressor. a) lf pressurerisesquickly,check:
r' Air/oilvapourdischargedfromintakeon Servovalve setting(too high).
stopping compressor. Servovalve may be stickingclosed.
, Hightemperature andhighpowerabsorption. Servofiltermay be blocked.
Unloadervalvesmay be stuckopen.
b) lf pressurerisesslowly,check:
Possibleleak from unloadervalve seat.
Unloadervalve 'O' ring(s)may be
leaking.
Vacuumvalve adjusterseal leaking(off
load).
Vacuumvalve Airzetseal leaking(off
load).
9.2.2 Hightemperature
Compressor cutsout. Verifycompressoroil temperature.
Compressor seizing. a) Environmental check:
Lowairoutput. Insufficientventilation.
Highpowerabsorption. Excessivelydusty conditions.
Compressor temperature
displayreading Air intakenear heat source.
o v e r1 0 0 " C . b) Compressorcheck:
Low oil level.
Wrongtype/gradeof oil.
Blockedoilcooler.
Blockedoilfilter.
Thermalbypassvalvestuck in closed
position.
Incorrectstatorend clearance.
Statorend clearanceshims leaking.
Oil reliefvalve(s)stickingopen.
Internaloil passagesblocked.
9.2.3 Low air-output
Malfunction
of air-tools/equipment. Checkcompressorair outputustngtest
Rapidpressure lossin airsystem. nozzle.
Pressure
gaugereadinglessthannormal. Checkfor excessiveair demand.
Rapidpressure lossfromcompressoron Checkpressuregaugefor accuracy.
stopping. a) lf pressuregauge readingnormal:
Restriction in airlinee.g.valvesclosed.
Minimumpressurevalve stuckclosed.
b) lf pressuregauge readinglessthan
normal:
Air intakefilterblockage.
Unloadervalve may be stuckclosed.
Servovalvesetting(too low).
Servovalve may be stuckopen.
Separatorblockage.
Leakagein air line
L e a k i n g ' Or'i n g ( si)n m i n i m u m
pressurevalve.
Safetyvalvedefective.
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SYmPtom Action
9.2.4 Oildischarge
Heavycompressor oilconsumption. Verifythat oil dischargeexceeds
Lowairoutput. compressorspecification.
highpowerabsorPtion.
Possible a) Generalcheck:
highoiltemperature.
Possible Wrongtype/gradeof oil.
Incorrectstoppingprocedure.
Excessiveair demand.
Compressornot sited level.
b) Compressorcheck
Separatorelementf ractured.
Separatorelementincorrectlylocated.
Filterson oil returnrestrictorsblocked.
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THIS HANDBOOK CONTAINS IMPORTANTSAFETY INFORMATION.PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY

BEFOREINITIALSTAHT.UPENSURETHAT THE COMPRESSOROIL CHAMBERIS FILLEDTO

PUAS = Packageunit completewith Aftercoolerand starter'

PWTS = tripodand starter.

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BeforeWorkingon the Compressor 1.4 o

Read and fully understandthe contentscontainedin

Aspiration - lf thereis any suspicionof aspirationinto

Inhalation - Removefrom exposureinto fresh air. lf

Spillage - Soak up with absorbentclay.

Waste Disposal - Oil,condensate, filterelementsetc.

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Liftingand transportation 2.3 . . 1 4

2.2 Weightsand dimensions;

Ref. Feature Unit 818 822 830 837 | 845

F Width (overall) mm 941 941 953

Figure2.3- Liftingand Transportation

! lntroduction .....3.1 .20

CircuitDiagram(60 Hz) . . . 3.10 .29

BEFOREINSTALLINGTHE COMPRESSOR MAKE

3.1.1 The compressoris designedfor use over a

3.2 PositioningYour ComPressor

3.2.3 Positionthe compressorallowingsufficient

4 d. The weatheris abnormally

3.3.6 lf air ducting is fitted it must not cover or

futureexpansion.The compressormustbe positioned May be necessaryif dryer is positionedbeforethe air

For specialapplicationswhere a pressuredew point CONNECTIONTO, OR INSTALLATIONOF, AN

SHOULD BE TAKEN TO PREVENTTHEM BEING u2\t2 o

3.7.1 The startermust be connectedto the mains

Note: Cable sizes specifiedare minimumsize to

3.7.7 Makesurethat any fusesfittedto the isolator

READ HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

3.8.1 Ensurethat the compressorair-endis filled

3.8.4 Check directionof rotationof compressor

lf not correct, pressurewill not rise and the pressure

Stop the compressorimmediately: seriousdamageto

IF INCORRECTSTOP THE COMPRESSORAND

3.8.5 Changeover any two of the incomingcables

3.8.8 Restartcompressorand verifythat direction

l-- Installationand Gommissioning 3

A fan (G) is assembledto the end of the motorshaft

The oil is drainedfrom the compressorair-endby

Figure4.1 also showsthe locationof the compressor

The oil supplyto the cooleris throughoilfeedpipe(W)

The compressorcontrols(L) are locatedin the door of

The oil is drained from the comoressorair-end bv

Figure4.2 alsoshowsthe locationof the compressor

Referto figure4.1 for items(T, W, X and Y).

The oil supplyto the cooleris throughoilfeedpipe(W)

Connectwaterinletto oilcooler(Al ) and airaftercooler

Indicatesthat mainselectricalsupplyis switchedON.

Use for emergencystop only. Not recommendedfor

Selectoperatingmode 5.3 .42

t]-, Emergencystop 5.8 .44

5.2.8 Check that mains lamo and reset

lf thereis a demandfor air duringthe run-ontimeand

. To seldctautomaticwhen runningin continuous: c) Resetlampis illuminated.

After stoppingthe air-end must be allowedto vent l f t h e c o m p L E D i s e x t i n g u i s h e da,

. lsolate compressorand rectifyany faults before

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Noise Level 6.6 .48

a) Low oil level.

c) Wrong type or gradeof oil. 6.7 PressureReadings