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Junior II WT COMPRESSORS This information is believed to be accurate by Bauer Compressors, Inc., as of it’s date of publication, but Bauer offers NO WARRANTY regarding the accuracy, or continuing accuracy, of the information set forth herein. Bauer shall not be liable for inaccuracies in, or consequences resulting from, your use of this information.
HOW TO USE THE REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ....................2 HOW TO USE THE APPENDIX............................3 DESIGN ....................................4 AIR FLOW DIAGRAM ..............................5 1.5.1 Junior II WT ..................................6 1.5.2 Compressor Block Technical Specifications........................6 1.5.3 Compressor Drive Technical Specifications ........................6 CHAPTER 2: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - OPERATION PREPARATION FOR OPERATION..........................
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BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 3.4.2.1 Electric Motor ................................18 3.4.2.2 Gasoline Engine ................................18 3.4.2.3 Compressor Block.................................18 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ............................20 CHAPTER 4:- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - JRII MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE RECORD.............................33...
INTRODUCTION 1.1 How To Use This Manual This manual contains the operating and maintenance instructions for the Bauer Compressors, Inc. prod- uct(s) listed on the front cover. All instructions in this manual should be observed and carried out as written to prevent damage or pre- mature wear to the product or the equipment served by it.
BAUER JUNIOR II WT COMPRESSORS 1.2 How to Use the Replacement Parts List • A lozenge ◊ in the Item Number column indicates the part number for a complete assembly. • A dagger (†) in the Qty column with or without an ellipsis (…) in the Part Number column means the part is illustrated for assembly purposes only and is not available for sale as an individual component.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 1.3 How to Use the Appendix Information contained in the Appendix to this manual includes the following. • The safety instructions applicable to this product. They must be read, understood and complied with prior to operating the product. •...
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 1.4 Design The Junior II WT compressor units consists of the following major assemblies. • Compressor Block • Electric Motor Drive • P0 Purification System • Fill Hose Assembly • Base Plate and Frame Figure 1-1 Junior II WT 1.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 1.5 Air Flow Diagram See Figure 1-4. The air is drawn in through the Telescopic Tube (1) through the Intake Filter (2) and is compressed to final pressure in the Cylinders (3, 4 and 5). It is recooled by the Intercoolers (6 and 7) and the After- cooler (9).
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS CHAPTER 2: OPERATION 2.1 Preparation for Operation Prior to operating the unit for the first time, read this Instruction Manual carefully. 1. Make sure that all persons operating the compressor unit and associated equipment are familiar with the function of all controls and indicators.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 2.3.1 General Procedures 1. The fill valve connection is of the manual type permitting connection to the air tank without tools. An O-ring is provided for sealing purposes. 2. Compressed air tank fill valves for pressure in excess of 2900 psi (200 bar) are standardized and connectors for 2900 psi (200 bar) and 4400 psi (300 bar) are different and can not be mixed up.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 2.3.3 Connecting to the Air Storage Bottle 1. Ensure both the fill valve and bottle valve are closed 2. Connect the air bottle to the compressor fill hose utilizing the fill yoke. 2.3.4 Filling the Bottle 1. First open fill valve. (1) 2.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS CHAPTER 3: JUNIOR II COMPRESSOR 3.1 Lubrication 3.1.1 Oil Level Check Check the oil level prior to putting compressor into operation each day 1. Remove dipstick and wipe dry. 2. Reinsert the dipstick ensuring that it is completely seated.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 3.1.3 Oil Changes The oil must be changed every 2,000 operating hours or every two years whichever is reached first. 3.1.3.1 Oil Change Procedures 1. Run the compressor until it reaches normal operating temperature. 2. Remove the oil dipstick from oil filler tube. 3.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 6. Reinsert filter cartridge, turning it 90° so the mark made in step 2. is at the 3 o’clock position. 7. Inspect O-ring (4) and replace if damaged. 8. Replace plastic cap and tighten knurled nut 3.2.3 Telescope Intake Tube...
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 3.2.5 Maintenance The Intermediate Separator P/N 081798 requires no maintenance. 3.3 Compressor Valves 3.3.1 Description The valve heads of the individual stages form the top part of the cylinders. The intake and pressure valves are fitted inside the valve heads. (Note that the valves are operated by air flow. (See Figure 3-4). On the suction stroke, the intake valve is opened and air flows into the cylinder.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS • Thirty minutes after restarting the compressor unit, stop the unit, let it cool to ambient temperature and retighten the valve studs and cap nuts. Otherwise valves could work loose due to the setting of the gaskets.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS Figure 3-7 2nd Stage Valve Head 1. Nut 5. Valve Head 2. Washer 6. O-rings 3. Valve Cover Plate 7. Intake Valve 4. Stud 8. Pressure Valve 3.3.5 Changing the 2nd Stage Valves Both the intake and pressure valves can be serviced from the top of the head. See Figure 3-7. 1.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 3.3.6 Changing the 3rd Stage Valves On this valve head, the valves are arranged on the upper and lower side due to the small diameter of the 3rd Stage head. See Figure 3-8. Figure 3-8 3rd Stage Valve Head 1.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 4. Remove Allen screws (7) and take off valve head cover (6). 5. To lift pressure valve out of valve head put two flat head screwdrivers into grooves of the pressure valve body. See Figure 3-9. If necessary turn valve to loosen it, using a 13mm open end wrench on the flat surfaces of the valve.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 3.4.2 Troubleshooting Tables 3.4.2.1 Electric Motor TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Check all fuses, terminal connec- tions, wire leads, make sure that Motor will not start Electric circuitry faulty motor data complies with mains supply. Motor runs eccentrically...
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BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS Intake filter soiled Clean or replace filter cartridge. Pipe coupling leaking Retighten couplings. Air delivery drops Excessive wear of the 3rd stage Replace piston and sleeve of 3rd piston stage. Intermediate pressure too high because of defective inlet or Check and replace inlet or pres- Intermediate pressure safety pressure valve of the following...
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS CHAPTER 4: JRII MAINTENANCE ^ WARNING ^S Always shut down and decompress the complete system prior to carrying out any work on the compressor Never repair pressure lines by soldering or welding. ^ CAUTION ^S Change the purifier cartridge according to the Maintenance Schedule. The used purifier cartridge must be disposed of according to local regulations.
BAUER JUNIOR II WT COMPRESSORS 4.2.2 Every 125 Operating Hours Date Signature Change intake filter cartridge Check V-belt and replace if necessary 4.2.3 Every 2000 Operating Hours or Biennially Date Signature Change synthetic based compressor oil. Change valves Page 34...
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 4.2.4 Annually or As Required Date Signature Check blow-off pressure of final pressure safety valve. Perform breathing air quality check using BAUER AirLab IV test unit, or equivalent. April 26, 2007 Page 35...
BAUER JUNIOR II WT COMPRESSORS 4.2.5 After Repair Work Date Signature Check functioning and tightness of fill valve. Clean intake filter and intake filter cartridge. Check condition of O-rings Check tension and condition of V-belt. Page 36 1st ed. Rev 0 Chg 3...
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BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 4.2.5 After Repair Work Date Signature Check tightness of all connections and couplings. Check cooler brackets Check zero pressure position on the final pressure gauge when depressurized Tighten valve head bolts and studs April 26, 2007 Page 37...
BAUER JUNIOR II WT COMPRESSORS 4.2.6 After Storage and Preservation Date Signature Check functioning and tightness of filling valve Clean intake filter and intake filter cartridge Check condition of O-rings Check V-belt tension and condition Check tightness of all cooler pipes and couplings...
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS CHAPTER 5: PURIFICATION SYSTEM 5.1 General The purpose of all Bauer industrial air purification systems is to remove oil and water from the com- pressed air stream before final delivery. For this reason Bauer purification systems are installed immedi- ately before the compressed air delivery point.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 5.1.3 Manual Condensate Drainage The condensate must be drained from the oil and water separator before changing any cartridge, before beginning each filling procedure and in the absence of an Automatic Condensate Drain System, every fif- teen minutes during the filling procedure.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS The optimum place to measure the temperature is at the inlet to the final separator as this best reflects the temperature of the air as it enters the chambers. Experience has shown that this temperature is approxi- mately 10°...
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BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS Figure 5-3 Correction Factor for Cartridge Operating Hours Ambient Temperature in °C °C °F Correction factor 0.21 0.34 0.58 1.00 1.81 3.44 Figure 5-4 Example Record of Adjusted Operating Hours Adjusted Cartridge Hours Operating Ambient Temp. Correction Date Hours during Compression...
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 5.2 P0 Purification System 5.2.1 Description The P0 Purification System consists of a separator and a cartridge chamber. In the separator surround- ing the cartridge chamber, liquid oil and water particles are separated from the compressed air by a pipe nozzle.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS ^ NOTE ^ The used filter cartridge must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. 5.2.2.2 Chamber Replacement Interval ^ WARNING ^ The P0 Purification System is subject to dynamic loading. It is designed for a certain number of load cycles.
BAUER JUNIOR II WT COMPRESSORS 5.2.3 Replacement Parts List Figure 5-7 P0 Purification System Parts List Item Qty Part No. Description Notes ◊ 077159-D-V001 P0 Purification System † … Plug Available only with 077159-D-V001 N4586 O-ring N25212 O-ring † …...
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BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS Figure 5-7 (cont.) P0 Purification System Item Qty Part No. Description Notes SCR-0177 Socket Head Cap Screw 57937 Cover N16591 O-ring 57904 Connection Pipe N24788 O-ring N19547 Allen Screw WAS-0021 Washer N24910 Male Run Tee Connector N20287 Male Connector SCR-0139 Allen Screw...
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS CHAPTER 6: MISCELLANEOUS 6.1 Safety Valves 6.1.1 Description All three compressor stages are protected by safety valves. The first and second stage safety valves are adjusted to the correct pressure and sealed at the factory. The final stage safety valve is mounted on top of the P0 Filter System and is adjusted to the operating pressure of the unit.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 6.3 Compressor Drive System 6.3.1 Description The prime mover which is an electric motor, drives the compressor with a V-belt. The prime mover is mounted on an adjustable base plate and requires periodic adjustment to ensure proper V-belt tension.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 6.4 Cooling System 6.4.1 General The cylinders of the compressor block, the intermediate coolers, and the after-cooler are all air cooled. For this purpose the compressor is equipped with a fanwheel connected to the crankshaft at the end opposite the V-belt pulley.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS CHAPTER 7: APPENDIX 7.1 Safety 7.1.1 General Safety Precautions • Read the operating manual before installing or operating this compressor unit. Follow appropriate handling, operation and maintenance procedures from the very beginning. The maintenance schedule contains measures required to keep this compressor unit in good condition.
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Bauer Compressors, Inc. The purchaser is urged to include the above provision in any agreement for resale of this compressor. • The use of repair parts other than those listed in this manual or purchased from BAUER Compressors, Inc. may create unsafe conditions over which BAUER has no control. Such unsafe conditions can lead to accidents that may be life-threatening, cause substantial bodily injury, and/or result in damage to the equipment.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 7.1.2 Safety Warning Labels Notes, labels and warning signs are displayed on the compressor unit according to model, application or equipment and may include any of the following. HOT SURFACES DO NOT TOUCH! Danger of burning if cylinders, cylinder heads, or pressure lines of individual compressor stages are touched.
• After operation in a salt air environment the unit should be sprayed with anticorrosion protection (E.G. Quicksilver Corrosion Guard). • All Junior II WT units should be operated in an area with sufficient ventilation and stored below decks after operation 7.2.2 Outdoor Location...
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 2. Arrange for the equipment to be connected by an electrician to ensure correct installation of the electrical wiring. 3. For units which are permanently installed, a main switch must be provided. The main switch must have a minimum contact gap of 1/8”...
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS ^ NOTE ^ The compressor is not salt-water resistant! If it is not in use keep the unit in a dry place. 7.3.2 Preservation 7.3.2.1 Preparation for Preservation Before preserving the compressor unit, run it until it reaches the specified service pressure then keep it running for approximately 10 minutes.
BAUER Junior II WT COMPRESSORS 4. Open condensate drain valves and release compressed air. Close condensate drain valves again. 5. Reapply preservation procedures. (See Paragraph 7.3.2.2) 6. Changing the Lube Oil for Preservation. 7. After prolonged storage, the oil will age in the compressor and engine. It should be drained and replaced after a period of no more than two years.
BAUER MNL-0391 COMPRESSORS 7.4 Tables and Reference Data 7.4.1 Tightening Torque Values ^ NOTE ^ Unless otherwise specified in text, the following tightening torque values apply. The indicated torque values are valid for bolts in greased condition. Replace self-retaining nuts on reassembly. Bolt or screw Thread Max.
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