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Hussein
January 19, 2025
What is the recommended oil for GA18P air compressor
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Mr. Anderson
February 4, 2025
The recommended oil for the Atlas Copco GA 18P air compressor is Roto-Xtend Duty Fluid. This high-quality synthetic lubricant is suitable for compressors operating at ambient temperatures between 0 ˚C (32 ˚F) and 46 ˚C (115 ˚F). If the compressor is used in the food industry, the Roto-Foodgrade Fluid is recommended.
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Bill Willoughby
February 12, 2025
No power shows at controller
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Mr. Anderson
February 12, 2025
There could be several reasons why no power is showing at the controller for the Atlas Copco GA 18:
1. Power Failure – If there is a general power failure, the controller will not receive power. 2. Shutdown Condition – If the compressor is in shutdown mode, the Elektronikon® controller’s auxiliary relay (K05) will open, indicating no power. 3. Disconnected or Faulty Wiring – If the voltage supply to the controller is disconnected or there is a wiring issue, the controller will not function. 4. Blown Fuse or Tripped Breaker – A blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker could prevent power from reaching the controller. 5. Controller Malfunction – If the Elektronikon® controller itself is faulty, it may not display power even if the compressor is operational.
To troubleshoot, verify the power supply, check wiring connections, inspect fuses and breakers, and ensure the compressor is not in shutdown mode. If the issue persists, consult Atlas Copco for further assistance.
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ken
March 13, 2025
what is oil capacity of ga 26vsd ff
Abdullah delioğlu
January 21, 2025
Merhaba gemide 3.mühendis olarak çalışmaktayım. Gemimiz üzerinde Ga22 kompresör bulunmakta ve kompresör çalışır vaziyette stop edip tekrardan start etmekte.**** üzerinde herhangi bir alarm gelmemekte.Konu ile ilgili yardımlarınızı rica ederim.
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Atlas Copco Oil-injected rotary screw compressors GA 15, GA 18, GA 22, GA 26 Instruction book...
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Atlas Copco Oil-injected rotary screw compressors GA 15, GA 18, GA 22, GA 26 From following serial No. onwards: CAI 782 294 Instruction book Original instructions Copyright notice Any unauthorized use or copying of the contents or any part thereof is prohibited.
Instruction book Table of contents Safety precautions......................7 ........................... 7 AFETY ICONS ......................7 ENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................... 8 AFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING INSTALLATION ....................9 AFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION ................. 10 AFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR Introduction........................12 Operation........................16 Electrical system......................21 Electrical diagrams.......................22 Air dryer.........................23 Elektronikon®...
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Instruction book 7.13 .......................39 ALLING UP MODULE HOURS 7.14 ......................40 ALLING UP LOADING HOURS 7.15 ........................40 ALLING UP LOAD RELAY 7.16 ..................41 ALLING UP RESETTING THE SERVICE TIMER 7.17 ................ 42 ELECTION BETWEEN LOCAL REMOTE OR CONTROL 7.18 ..................
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Instruction book ..........................79 THER WARNINGS .......................... 81 ALLING UP MENUS ...........................82 NPUTS MENU 8.10 ..........................85 UTPUTS MENU 8.11 ............................86 OUNTERS 8.12 ........................87 ONTROL MODE SELECTION 8.13 ..........................88 ERVICE MENU 8.14 ..........................92 ETPOINT MENU 8.15 ........................94 VENT HISTORY MENU 8.16 ......................95 ODIFYING GENERAL SETTINGS...
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Instruction book Maintenance........................ 133 11.1 ....................133 REVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 11.2 ........................136 IL SPECIFICATIONS 11.3 ......................137 TORAGE AFTER INSTALLATION 11.4 ..........................137 ERVICE KITS 11.5 ......................137 ISPOSAL OF USED MATERIAL Adjustments and servicing procedures..............139 12.1 ..........................139 RIVE MOTOR 12.2 ............................139 IR FILTER...
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Instruction book Instructions for use....................161 Guidelines for inspection...................162 Pressure equipment directives................. 163 Declaration of conformity..................164 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book Safety precautions Safety icons Explanation Danger for life Warning Important note General safety precautions 1. The operator must employ safe working practices and observe all related work safety requirements and regulations. 2. If any of the following statements does not comply with the applicable legislation, the stricter of the two shall apply.
Instruction book Safety precautions during installation All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these precautions, or non observance of the normal caution and care required for installation, operation, maintenance and repair, even if not expressly stated, will be disclaimed by the manufacturer.
Instruction book 16. Piping or other parts with a temperature in excess of 70˚C (158˚F) and which may be accidentally touched by personnel in normal operation must be guarded or insulated. Other high temperature piping must be clearly marked. 17. For water-cooled machines, the cooling water system installed outside the machine has to be protected by a safety device with set pressure according to the maximum cooling water inlet pressure.
Instruction book • Air cooling filters of the electrical cabinet are not clogged 9. If warm cooling air from compressors is used in air heating systems, e.g. to warm up a workroom, take precautions against air pollution and possible contamination of the breathing air. 10.
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Instruction book 12. Whenever there is an indication or any suspicion that an internal part of a machine is overheated, the machine shall be stopped but no inspection covers shall be opened before sufficient cooling time has elapsed; this to avoid the risk of spontaneous ignition of the oil vapor when air is admitted. 13.
Instruction book Introduction GA 15, GA 18, GA 22 and GA 26 are single- stage, oil injected screw compressors driven by an electric motor. The compressors are air-cooled. The compressors are enclosed in a sound insulating bodywork. ® The compressors are controlled by an Elektronikon controller, fitted to the door on the front side.
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Instruction book Front view GA 15 P, receiver mounted Air receiver ® Elektronikon controller Emergency stop button Air outlet valve Manual drain, air receiver GA Full-Feature GA Full-Feature (FF) compressors are provided with an air dryer, integrated in the canopy. The dryer removes condensate from the compressed air by cooling the air to near freezing point and automatically draining the condensate.
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Instruction book Front view GA 15 FF, floor mounted ® Oil separator tank Elektronikon controller Emergency stop button Air filter Dryer Air outlet valve On the receiver mounted version, the compressor is mounted on a large air receiver (AR) of 500 l (125 gal, 4.5 cu.ft): 2920 7140 90...
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Instruction book Front view GA 15 FF, receiver mounted Air receiver ® Elektronikon controller Emergency stop button Air outlet valve Manual drain, air receiver Dryer 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book Operation Flow diagrams Flow diagram, GA Pack Intake air Air/oil mixture Wet compressed air 2920 7140 90...
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Instruction book Flow diagram, GA Full-Feature Intake air Wet compressed air Air/oil mixture Condensate Dried compressed air Air flow Air drawn through air filter (AF) and open inlet valve (IV) is compressed by compressor element (E). A mixture of compressed air and oil (see also paragraph Oil flow hereafter) flows into the oil tank (OT), where the air is separated from the oil.
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Instruction book During operation, minimum pressure valve (Vp) keeps the pressure in the separator tank (OT) above a minimum value, required for lubrication. An integrated check valve prevents the compressed air downstream the valve from being vented to atmosphere during unloaded operation. When the compressor is stopped, inlet valve (IV) closes, preventing compressed air and oil to flow to the air filter.
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Instruction book Oil flow In oil separator tank (OT), most of the oil is removed from the air/oil mixture by centrifugal action. The oil collects in the lower part of oil tank. The remaining oil is separated from the compressed air by oil separator element (OS).
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Instruction book Condensate removal On Full-Feature units, the dryer is equipped with an electronic drain (1). The electronic drain is provided with an automatic drain outlet (Da). Tank mounted units are provided with an additional manual drain on the air receiver. 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book Electrical system General Also consult sections Electrical diagrams Electrical connections. Electrical components The electrical system comprises following components: Electric cubicle, typical example Reference Designation F1...6 Fuses Auxiliary relay Overload relay, compressor motor Auxiliary contactor for dryer (only on Full-Feature compressors) Line contactor Star contactor Delta contactor...
Instruction book Air dryer Description Air dryer Air circuit Compressed air enters heat exchanger (10) and is cooled by the outgoing, cold, dried air. Water vapor in the incoming air starts to condense. The air then flows through heat exchanger/evaporator (4) where the refrigerant evaporates, causing the air to be cooled further to near the evaporating temperature of the refrigerant.
Instruction book Elektronikon® controller ® Elektronikon regulator Control panel Introduction ® In general, the Elektronikon regulator has following functions: • Controlling the compressor • Protecting the compressor • Monitoring components subject to service • Automatic restart after voltage failure (made inactive) Automatic control of the compressor The regulator maintains the net pressure between programmable limits by automatically loading and unloading the compressor.
The regulator has a built-in function to automatically restart the compressor when the voltage is restored after voltage failure. This function is deactivated in compressors leaving the factory. If desired, the function can be activated. Consult the Atlas Copco Customer Centre. If activated, and if the regulator was in the automatic operation mode, the compressor...
Instruction book Reference Designation Function Warning symbol LED, Warning Is lit if a warning condition exists. Voltage symbol LED, Voltage on Indicates that the voltage is switched on. Service symbol LED, Service Is lit when service is needed. Start button This button starts the compressor.
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Instruction book Function Icon Description Timer Active protection functions Emergency stop Service Service required Units Pressure unit (Mega Pascal) Pressure unit (pounds per square inch) Pressure unit (bar) Temperature unit Temperature unit Hours (always shown together with seconds) Percent The value shown must be multiplied by 10 to get the actual value The value shown must be multiplied by 100 to get the actual value...
When the voltage is switched on, the first screen is a test screen. The next screen is the Main screen, shown automatically. The Main screen shows: • The compressor status by means of pictographs • The air outlet pressure Always consult Atlas Copco if the pressure on the display is preceded by a "t". 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book Shutdown warning Description If the compressor element outlet temperature exceeds the shutdown warning level (see section Programmable settings), a shutdown warning will appear. Warning LED (5) is on. Press Scroll down button (12). The screen shows the temperature at the compressor element outlet: It remains possible to scroll through other screens, using the Scroll buttons (12) to check the actual status of other parameters.
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Instruction book Compressor element outlet temperature (TT11) If the compressor element outlet temperature, measured by temperature sensor TT11, exceeds the shutdown level (see section Programmable settings), the compressor will be shutdown, alarm LED (5) will flash, automatic operation LED (3) will go out and the following screen will appear: Main screen with shutdown indication, element outlet temperature The related pictograph will appear flashing.
• Switch off the voltage and remedy the problem cause. • In case of incorrect phase sequence, reverse two phases of the supply cable. • If the additional temperature switch (TSHH21) has tripped, you must contact the Atlas Copco customer centre.
Instruction book To display the service timer, press Scroll buttons (12) to scroll to <d.6>: the service symbol is shown. Next, press the Enter button (13). The reading of the service timer is shown in <hrs> (or <x1000 hrs> if the service timer value is higher than 9999).
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Instruction book During scrolling, the numbers of the screens appear consecutively. For most screens, the unit of measurement and the related pictograph are shown together with the screen number. Example: display the number of running hours: The screen shows the screen number <d.1>, the unit used <hrs> and the related symbol for running hours. Press Enter key (13) to call up the actual running hours.
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Limits the maximum number of starts per day. <P.17> Unload to stop time Defines the time the compressor must run unloaded before it can stop. Parameters <P.15>, <P.16> and <P.17> are only reachable after entering a code. Contact Atlas Copco. Protections Designation Related topic screens <Pr.2>...
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Instruction book Menu flow Simplified menu flow Ref. Description Ref. Description Compressor outlet pressure (16) Pressure band setting Compressor outlet temperature (17) Service timer settings Dewpoint temperature (18) Temperature unit Digital input status (19) Unit pressure 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book The screen shows that the outlet temperature is 82 ˚C. • For Full-Feature compressors: Press Scroll button (12). The dewpoint temperature will be shown: The screen shows that the dewpoint temperature is 3 ˚C. • Press Scroll button (12) to scroll downwards or upwards through the screens. 7.10 Digital inputs Control panel Starting from the Main screen, press Scroll button (12) until <d.
Instruction book Contact Description Value Status Emergency stop switch Emergency stop button pressed Emergency stop button released Compressor motor overload relay Overload protection tripped No problem 7.11 Calling up running hours Control panel Starting from the Main screen: • Press Scroll button (12) until <d.1> is shown and then press Enter button (13): The screen shows the unit used (x1000 hrs) and the value (11.25): the running hours of the compressor are 11250 hours.
Instruction book 7.12 Calling up motor starts Control panel Starting from the Main screen, press Scroll button (12) until <d. 2> is shown and then press Enter button (13). A screen similar to the following appears: This screen shows the number of motor starts (x 1 or - if <x1000> lights up - x 1000). In the above example, the number of motor starts is 10100.
Instruction book In the example shown, the screen shows the unit used (hrs) and the value (5000): the regulator module has been in service during 5000 hours. 7.14 Calling up loading hours Starting from the Main screen: • Press Scroll button (12) until <d.4> is shown and then press Enter button (13): The screen shows the unit used <hrs>...
Instruction book 7.16 Calling up/resetting the service timer Calling up the service timer Starting from the Main screen: • Press Scroll button (12) until <d.6> is shown and then press Enter button (13): This screen shows the unit used <hrs> (or <x1000 hrs>) and the value <1191>. In the example shown, the compressor has run 1191 hours since the previous service.
The actually selected control mode is blinking. Use Scroll button (12) to change the control mode. Press Enter button (13) to program the new control mode or press Escape button (14) to cancel. Contact the Atlas Copco Customer Centre to activate remote control. 7.18 Calling up/modifying CAN address control Calling up Starting from the main screen, press the Scroll button (12) until <P.
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Instruction book Modifying the Node ID The Node ID can be changed; use a value between 1 and 31. When the function is ON, the parameters cannot be modified. Change the function to OFF to change the node ID. It is also possible to change the channels. The controller has 4 channels. When changing the channels, the controller can act as a Mk IV controller (a previous version of the controller).
Instruction book 7.19 Calling up/modifying IP, Gateway and Subnetmask Calling up Starting from the Main screen, press the Scroll button (12) until <P. 3> is shown and then press Enter button (13). The next screen shows either <OFF> or <On>. If <On>, press the Enter button (13) to modify it to <OFF>. Use the Scroll buttons Up or Down (12) to scroll between the items in this list (<IP>...
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Instruction book Starting from the Main screen: • Press Scroll button (12) until <P.04> is shown and then press Enter button (13). Pressure band 1 (<Pb. 1>) is shown on the display. Button (12) can be used to scroll to pressure band 2 (<Pb.2>). •...
Instruction book 7.21 Modifying the pressure band selection Control panel Starting from the Main screen: • Press Scroll button (12) until <P.05> is shown and then press Enter button (13). The active pressure band 1 (<Pb.1>) is shown on the display. •...
Instruction book 7.23 Calling up/modifying the unit of temperature Control panel Starting from the Main screen: • Press Scroll button (12) until <P.07> is shown and then press Enter button (13). The actually used unit is shown. Possible settings are <˚C> and <˚F>. •...
(13). The actually used starting mode is shown: <Y-D> (star-delta) or <doL> (Direct-On-Line). • For obvious reasons, this parameter must normally not be altered. Therefore it can only be modified after entering a secure code. Consult Atlas Copco if the parameter is to be changed. Example of Y-D setting 7.27 Calling up modifying load delay time...
Instruction book • This screen shows the load delay time (10) and the unit (s= seconds). To modify this value press the Enter button (13) (a password may be required). • The value starts blinking and Scroll buttons (12) can be used to modify the value. •...
Load/Unload functionality, a physical digital input with function Load/Unload is required. Once this parameter is activated, the physical digital input can be used to switch the compressor between Load and Unload. Contact the Atlas Copco Customer centre for activation of the digital input. 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book 7.31 Calling up/modifying protection settings Available protections A number of protection settings are provided. The protection screens are labelled <Pr.>. The pictograph shown with the protection screen indicates the purpose of the protection. Possible combinations are <Pr.>, followed by a number and one of the next pictographs: Pictograph Designation <Pr.>...
Instruction book In this menu the temperature protection settings can be checked and modified. Changing the settings Starting from the Main screen (the example given describes the protection of the element outlet temperatures): Press Scroll buttons (12) until <Pr.>, followed by a number and the element outlet temperature pictograph is shown and press Enter button (13): •...
Safety valve test In the test screen <t. 2>, a safety valve test is provided. The safety valves can only be tested after entering a code. Consult Atlas Copco if the safety valves are to be tested. 7.33 Web server All Elektronikon controllers have a built-in web server that allows direct connection to the company network or to a dedicated PC via a local area network (LAN).
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Instruction book Configuration of the network card (in Windows XP) • Go to My Network places (1). • Click on View Network connections (1). • Select the Local Area connection (1), which is connected to the controller. 2920 7140 90...
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Instruction book • Click with the right button and select properties (1). • Use the check box Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (1) (see picture). To avoid conflicts, uncheck other properties if they are checked. After selecting TCP/IP, click on the Properties button (2) to change the settings.
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Instruction book • Click on the Connections tab (1) and then click on the LAN settings button (2). • In the Proxy server Group box, click on the Advanced button (1). 2920 7140 90...
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Instruction book • In the Exceptions Group box, enter the IP address of your controller. Multiple IP addresses can be given but they must be separated with semicolons (;). Example: Suppose that you already added two IP addresses (192.168.100.1 and 192.168.100.2). Now you add 192.168.100.100 and separate the 3 IP addresses by putting semicolons between them (1) (see picture).
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Instruction book All screen shots are indicative. The number of displayed fields depends on the selected options. • Open your browser and type the IP address of the controller you want to view in your browser (in this example http://192.168.100.100). The interface opens: Screen shot (example!) Navigation and options •...
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Instruction book Compressor settings All compressor settings can be displayed or hidden. Put a check mark in front of each point of interest and it will be displayed. Only the machine status is fixed and can not be removed from the main screen. Analog inputs Lists all current analog input values.
Instruction book Special protections Lists all special protections of the compressor. Service plan Displays all levels of the service plan and their status. This screen shot underneath only shows the running hours. It is also possible to show the current status of the service interval. 7.34 Programmable settings Parameters: unloading/loading pressures for compressors without built-in refrigeration dryer Minimum...
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Minimum stop Once the compressor has automatically stopped, it will remain stopped for the minimum time stop time, whatever happens with the net air pressure. Consult Atlas Copco if a setting lower than 20 seconds is required. Unloading/ The regulator does not accept illogical settings, e.g. if the unloading pressure is Loading pressure programmed at 7.0 bar(e) (101 psi(g)), the maximum limit for the loading pressure...
Instruction book Elektronikon® Graphic controller ® Elektronikon Graphic controller Control panel ® Display of the Elektronikon Graphic controller Introduction The Elektronikon controller has following functions: • Controlling the compressor • Protecting the compressor • Monitoring components subject to service • Automatic restart after voltage failure (made inactive) Automatic control of the compressor operation The controller maintains the net pressure between programmable limits by automatically loading and unloading the compressor (on compressors running at a fixed speed) or by adapting the motor speed...
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For compressors leaving the factory, this function is made inactive. If desired, the function can be activated. Consult the Atlas Copco Customer Centre. If the function is activated and provided the regulator was in the automatic operation mode, the compressor will automatically restart if the supply voltage to the module is restored.
Instruction book Control panel Elektronikon regulator Control panel Parts and functions Reference Designation Function Display Shows the compressor operating condition and a number of icons to navigate through the menu. Pictograph Automatic operation Pictograph General alarm Alarm LED Flashes in case of a shut-down, is lit in case of a warning condition.
Instruction book Icons used Status icons Name Icon Description Stopped / Running When the compressor is stopped, the icon stands still. When the compressor is running, the icon is rotating. Compressor status Motor stopped Running unloaded Running loaded Machine control mode Local start / stop Remote start / stop Network control...
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Instruction book Active protection functions Emergency stop Shutdown Warning Service Service required Main screen display Value lines display icon Chart display icon General icons No communication / network problem Not valid Input icons Icon Description Pressure Temperature Digital input Special protection System icons Icon Description...
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Instruction book Compressor element (LP, HP, ...) Dryer Frequency converter Drain Filter Motor Failure expansion module Network problem General alarm Menu icons Icon Description Inputs Outputs Alarms (Warnings, shutdowns) Counters Test Settings Service 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book Event history (saved data) Access key / User password Network Setpoint Info Navigation arrows Icon Description Down Main screen Control panel Scroll keys Enter key Escape key Function The Main screen is the screen that is shown automatically when the voltage is switched on and one of the keys is pushed.
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Instruction book 1. Two value lines 2. Four value lines 3. Chart (High resolution) 4. Chart (Medium resolution) 5. Chart (Low resolution) Two and four value lines screens This type of Main screen shows the value of 2 or 4 parameters (see section Inputs menu).
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Instruction book Menu Running Hours Element Outlet Load , Unload, ... (text varies upon the compressors actual condition) • Section A shows information regarding the compressor operation (e.g. the outlet pressure or the temperature at the compressor outlet). • Section B shows Status icons. Following icon types are shown in this field: •...
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Instruction book When Chart (High Resolution is selected, the chart shows the variation of the selected input (in this case the pressure) per minute. Also the instantaneous value is displayed. The screen shows the last 4 minutes. The switch button (icon) for selecting other screens is changed into a small Chart and is highlighted (active).
Instruction book Selection of a main screen view To change between the different screen layouts, select the far right icon in the control icons line (see value lines display icon or chart display icon in section Icons used) and press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below opens: Select the layout required and press the Enter key.
Instruction book Use scroll keys (12) to check all protections. In case of element outlet temperature warning, the display will appear as below: Text on image General Element Outlet Level High Shutd.Warn. Shutdown Modify It remains possible to scroll through other screens, using the Scroll keys (12) to check the actual status of other parameters.
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Instruction book The compressor will be shutdown, alarm LED (5) will flash, automatic operation LED (3) will go out and following screen will appear: Text on image Stop icon Element Outlet Shutdown Using the scroll keys (12), select stop icon (1) and press enter key (10) to see the Protections menu: Use scroll keys (12) to check all protections.
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Instruction book Text on image General Element Outlet Level High Shutd.Warn. Shutdown Reset Other shutdown causes • In case the compressor is shut down by one of following causes: • Too high element outlet temperature, detected by temperature switch (TSHH11) or additional temperature switch (TSHH21).
• Switch off the voltage and remedy the problem cause. • In case of incorrect phase sequence, reverse two phases of the supply cable. • If the additional temperature switch (TSHH21) has tripped, you must contact the Atlas Copco customer centre.
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Instruction book Using the scroll keys (12), select warning icon (1) and press enter key (10) to see the Protections menu: Use scroll keys (12) to check all protections. In case of too low dew point (freeze protection), following will be shown: Text on image General Dryer Freeze Protection...
Instruction book Text on image General Dryer Dewpoint Protection Triggered It remains possible to scroll through other screens, using the Scroll keys (12) to check the actual status of other parameters. Press stop key (13) to stop the compressor and wait until the compressor has stopped. Switch off the voltage, inspect the compressor and remedy.
Instruction book Text on image Compressor Outlet Element Outlet Load , shutdown ,.. (text varies upon the compressors actual condition). Menu Unload ,ES, ... (text varies upon the compressors actual condition To go to the Menu screen, highlight Menu, using the Scroll keys. •...
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Instruction book Text on image Menu Regulation • Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Inputs icon (see above, section Menu icon). • Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears: Text on image Inputs Compressor Outlet Element Outlet...
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Instruction book The first item in the list is highlighted. In this example, the Net Pressure is selected (chart icon). To change, press the Enter button again: a pop-up window opens: Press Enter again to remove this input from the chart. Another confirmation pop-up opens: Select Yes to remove or No to quit the current action.
Instruction book (1): Set as main chart signal 8.10 Outputs menu Menu icon, Outputs Function To call up information regarding the actual status of some outputs such as the condition of the Fan overload contact (on air cooled compressors), the Emergency stop contact, etc. Procedure Starting from the Main screen, •...
Instruction book Text on image Outputs Fan motor Blowoff General shutdown Automatic operation • The screen shows a list of all outputs with their corresponding icons and readings. If an output is in warning or shutdown, the original icon is replaced by the warning or shutdown icon respectively.
Instruction book Text on image Counters Running Hours Motor Starts Load Relay VSD 1-20 % RPM (the percentage of the time during which the motor speed was between 1 and 20 %) (compressors with frequency converter) The screen shows a list of all counters with their actual readings. Note: the example above is for a frequency converter driven compressor.
The new setting is now visible on the main screen. See section Icons used for the meaning of the icons. Contact Atlas Copco to activate remote control. 8.13 Service menu Menu icon, Service Function • To reset the service plans which are carried out.
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Instruction book • To find out which service plans were carried out in the past. • To modify the programmed service intervals. Procedure Starting from the Main screen, • Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen appears: Text on image Menu Regulation...
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Instruction book Overview Text on image Overview Running Hours Real Time Hours Reset Example for service level (A): The figures at the left are the programmed service intervals. For Service interval A, the programmed number of running hours is 4000 hours (upper row) and the programmed number of real time hours is 8760 hours, which corresponds to one year (second row).
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Instruction book Text on image Service Plan Level Running hours Real Time (hours) Modify Modifying a service plan Dependant on the operating conditions, it can be necessary to modify the service intervals. To do so, use the Scroll keys to select the value to be modified. A screen similar to the one below appears: Press the Enter key.
Instruction book Text on image Next service Level Running Hours Actual In the example above, the A Service level is programmed at 4000 running hours, of which 0 hours have passed. History The History screen shows a list of all service actions done in the past, sorted by date. The date at the top is the most recent service action.
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Instruction book Text on image Regulation Unloading Pressure 1 Loading Pressure 1 Unloading Pressure 2 Loading Pressure 2 Modify • The screen shows the actual unloading and loading pressure settings for both pressure bands. To modify the settings, move the cursor to the action button Modify and press the Enter key. Following screen appears: •...
Instruction book If necessary, change the other settings as required in the same way as described above. 8.15 Event history menu Menu icon, Event History Function To call up the last shutdown and last emergency stop data. Procedure • Starting from the Main screen, move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen appears: Text on image Menu...
Instruction book 8.16 Modifying general settings Menu icon, Settings Function To display and modify a number of settings. Procedure Starting from the Main screen, • Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen appears: Text on image Menu Regulation...
8.17 Info menu Menu icon, Info Function To show the Atlas Copco internet address. Procedure Starting from the Main screen, • Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen appears: 2920 7140 90...
Regulation • Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Info icon (see above, section Menu icon). • Press the Enter key. The Atlas Copco internet address appears on the screen. 8.18 Week timer menu Menu icon, Week timer Function •...
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Instruction book Text on image Menu Week Timer • Press the Enter key on the controller. Following screen appears: Text on image Week Timer Week Action Schemes Week Cycle Status Week Timer Inactive Remaining Running Time The first item in this list is highlighted. Select the item requested and press the Enter key on the controller to modify.
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Instruction book Text on image Week Action Schemes Week Action Scheme 1 Week Action Scheme 2 Week Action Scheme 3 Week Action Scheme 4 • A weekly list is shown. Monday is automatically selected and highlighted. Press the Enter key on the controller to set an action for this day.
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Instruction book Text on image Monday Modify • A new pop-up window opens. Select an action from this list by using the Scroll keys on the controller. When ready press the Enter key to confirm. Text on image Monday Actions Remove Start Stop...
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Instruction book Text on image Monday Start Save Modify • To adjust the time, use the Scroll keys on the controller and press the Enter key to confirm. • A pop-up window opens. Use the ↑ or ↓ key of Scroll keys to modify the values of the hours. Use the ←...
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Instruction book Text on image Monday Are you sure? Save Modify Press the Escape key to leave this window. • The action is shown below the day the action is planned. Text on image Week Action Scheme 1 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday...
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Instruction book • Select Week Cycle from the main Week Timer menu list. Text on image Week Timer Week Action Schemes Week Cycle Status Week Timer Inactive Remaining Running Time • A list of 10 weeks is shown. Text on image Week Cycle Week 1 Week 2...
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Instruction book Text on image Week Cycle Week 1 Week Action Scheme 1 Week Action Scheme 2 Week Action Scheme 3 Modify • Check the status of the Week Timer Use the Escape key on the controller to go back to the main Week Timer menu. Select the status of the Week Timer.
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Instruction book Text on image Week Timer Week Week Timer Inactive Week 1 • Press the Escape key on the controller to leave this window. The status shows that week 1 is active. Text on image Week Timer Week Action Schemes Week Cycle Status Remaining Running Time...
Instruction book Text on image Week Timer Week Action Schemes Week Cycle Status Remaining Running Time • This timer is used when the week timer is set and for certain reasons the compressor must continue working, for example, 1 hour, it can be set in this screen. This timer is prior to the Week Timer action.
Instruction book • Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the enter key (2), following screen appears: • Using the scroll keys (1), move the cursor to the test icon (see above, section Menu icon) • Press the enter key (2), following screen appears: Text on image Test Safety Valve Test...
If both the web server functionality and SMARTBOX are required, please contact your local Atlas Copco Customer Centre for support. Make sure you are logged in as administrator. • Use the internal network card from your computer or a USB to LAN adapter (see picture below).
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Instruction book USB to LAN adapter • Use a UTP cable (CAT 5e) to connect to the controller (see picture below). Configuration of the network card (in Windows XP) • Go to My Network places (1). • Click on View Network connections (1). 2920 7140 90...
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Instruction book • Select the Local Area connection (1), which is connected to the controller. • Click with the right button and select properties (1). • Use the check box Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (1) (see picture). To avoid conflicts, uncheck other properties if they are checked.
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Instruction book • Use the following settings: • IP Address 192.168.100.200 • Subnetmask 255.255.255.0 Click OK and close network connections. Configuration of the web server Configure the web interface (for Internet Explorer) • Open Internet Explorer and click on Tools - Internet options (2). •...
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Instruction book • In the Proxy server Group box, click on the Advanced button (1). • In the Exceptions Group box, enter the IP address of your controller. Multiple IP addresses can be given but they must be separated with semicolons (;). 2920 7140 90...
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Instruction book Example: Suppose that you already added two IP addresses (192.168.100.1 and 192.168.100.2). Now you add 192.168.100.100 and separate the 3 IP addresses by putting semicolons between them (1) (see picture). Click OK (2) to close the window. Viewing the controller data All screen shots are indicative.
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Instruction book Screen shot (example!) Navigation and options • The banner shows the compressor type and the language selector. In this example, three languages are available on the controller. Compressor settings All compressor settings can be displayed or hidden. Put a check mark in front of each point of interest and it will be displayed.
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Instruction book Counters Lists all current counter values from controller and compressor. Info status Machine status is always shown on the web interface. Digital inputs Lists all Digital inputs and their status. Digital outputs Lists all Digital outputs and their status. 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book Special protections Lists all special protections of the compressor. Service plan Displays all levels of the service plan and their status. This screen shot underneath only shows the running hours. It is also possible to show the current status of the service interval. 8.22 Programmable settings Parameters: unloading/loading pressures for compressors without built-in refrigeration dryer Minimum...
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The built-in service timers will give a Service warning message after their respective pre-programmed time interval has elapsed. Also see section Preventive maintenance schedule. Consult Atlas Copco if a timer setting has to be changed. The intervals must not exceed the nominal intervals and must coincide logically. See section Modifying general settings. Terminology...
Instruction book Installation Dimension drawings The dimension drawings can be found on the CD, delivered with the compressor. Text on drawings Translation or explanation COOLING AIR OUTLET OF COMPRESSOR AND Cooling air outlet of compressor and motor MOTOR SERVICE PANEL Service panel SERVICE PANEL (OIL SEPARATOR) Service panel for oil separator element...
Instruction book Installation proposal Install the compressor unit on a solid, level floor suitable for taking the weight. Recommended minimum distance between top of the unit and ceiling is 900 mm (35 in). Distance between unit and walls stated are minimum. * Recommended distance is 500 mm for easy access.
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If frost might occur, the appropriate measures should be taken to avoid damage to the machine and its ancillary equipment. In this case, and also if operating above 1000 m (3300 ft), consult Atlas Copco. 2920 7140 90...
Have the modifications checked by Atlas Copco. Stop the compressor and switch off the voltage before connecting external equipment. Only potential free contacts are allowed. • LAN control: The compressor is controlled via a local network. Consult Atlas Copco. 2920 7140 90...
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Stop the compressor and switch off the voltage before connecting external equipment. Only potential-free contacts are allowed. • LAN control: The compressor is controlled via a local network. Consult Atlas Copco. Compressor status indication on compressors equipped with an Elektronikon® controller The Elektronikon controller is provided with an auxiliary relay (K05) for remote indication of a shutdown.
Instruction book Pictographs Reference Designation Automatic condensate drain outlet Warning: voltage Warning: hot surface Warning: do not work on the compressor when the power is on and the compressor is pressurized. Instead, read the manual, disconnect the power and depressurize the compressor before working on it.
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Instruction book 1. Read the instruction book. Drain the condensate to reduce the risk of corrosion. 2. Drain the vessel daily by opening the manual drain valve. 3. Inspect the vessel wall thickness yearly and note down the inspection date. 2920 7140 90...
• The compressor is automatically controlled and may restart automatically. • The compressor may automatically restart after voltage failure (if the function is activated - consult Atlas Copco). The compressors are equipped with a phase sequence relay to protect the compressor from running in the wrong direction.
Instruction book Control panel Elektronikon® Control panel Elektronikon® Graphic Step Action Open the air outlet valve. Switch on the voltage. Check that voltage on LED (6) lights up. Press start button (1) on the control panel. The compressor starts running and the automatic operation LED (8) lights up.
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Instruction book Checking the display Compressors with an Elektronikon® controller: Control panel Elektronikon® Check the display (2) regularly for readings and messages. The display normally shows the compressor outlet pressure, while the status of the compressor is indicated by pictographs. Remedy the trouble if alarm LED (7) is lit or flashes, see sections Shutdown warning or Shutdown.
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Instruction book Regularly check the oil level. To do this, press the stop button (9). Three minutes after stopping, sight glass (Gl) should be between 1/4 and 3/4 full. If the oil level is too low, press the emergency stop button (10), close the air outlet valve and open (if provided) the manual condensate drains.
Instruction book 10.4 Stopping Elektronikon regulator Control panel Elektronikon® Control panel Elektronikon® Graphic Procedure Step Action Press stop button (9). Automatic operation LED (8) goes out and the compressor stops after a programmed number of seconds of unloaded operation (programmed stop time). To stop the compressor in the event of an emergency, press emergency stop button (10).
Instruction book 10.5 Taking out of operation Warning The operator must apply all relevant Safety precautions. Procedure Step Action Stop the compressor and close the air outlet valve. Open the manual condensate drain (if provided). Switch off the voltage and disconnect the compressor from the mains. Unscrew the oil filler plug only one turn to permit any pressure in the system to escape.
Instruction book Maintenance 11.1 Preventive maintenance schedule Control panel Control panel Elektronikon® Control panel Elektronikon® Graphic Warning Before carrying out any maintenance, repair work or adjustments, proceed as follows: • Stop the compressor. • Press the emergency stop button. • Switch off the voltage. •...
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For overhauling or carrying out preventive maintenance, service kits are available (see section Service kits). Service contracts Atlas Copco offers several types of service contracts, relieving you of all preventive maintenance work. Consult your Atlas Copco Customer Centre. General When servicing, replace all removed gaskets, O-rings and washers.
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Exposure of the compressor to external pollutants, operation at high humidity combined with low duty cycles or operation at higher temperatures may require a shorter oil exchange interval. Contact Atlas Copco if in doubt. Exchange interval for Roto-Inject Fluid...
11.2 Oil specifications It is strongly recommended to use genuine Atlas Copco Lubricants. They are the result of years of field experience and research. See section Preventive maintenance schedule for the advised replacement intervals and consult the Spare Parts list for part number information.
Service kits For overhauling and for preventive maintenance, a wide range of service kits is available. Service kits comprise all parts required for servicing the component and offer the benefits of genuine Atlas Copco parts while keeping the maintenance budget low.
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Instruction book Electronic components are subject to the EU Directive 2002/96/EC for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). As such, these parts must not be disposed of at a municipal waste collection point. Refer to local regulations for directions on how to dispose of this product in an environmental friendly manner.
Instruction book Adjustments and servicing procedures 12.1 Drive motor General Keep the outside of the electric motor clean for efficient cooling. If necessary, remove dust with a brush and/or compressed air jet. Bearing maintenance The motor bearings do not need to be regreased during their normal service life. 12.2 Air filter Location of air filter Recommendations...
Instruction book 12.3 Oil and oil filter change Warning Always apply all relevant Safety precautions. Always drain the compressor oil at all drain points. Used oil left in the compressor can contaminate the oil system and can shorten the lifetime of the new oil. Never mix lubricants of different brands or types as they may not be compatible and the oil mix will have inferior properties.
• Next, clean with an air jet in the reverse direction to normal flow. Use low pressure air. If necessary, the pressure may be increased up to 6 bar(e) (87 psig). • If it is necessary to wash the coolers with a cleaning agent, consult Atlas Copco. 2920 7140 90...
Instruction book 12.6 Safety valves Location of safety valve Safety valve on oil tank Safety valve on air receiver Testing Before removing the valve, depressurize the compressor. See also section Problem solving. The safety valve (SV) can be tested on a separate air line. If the valve does not open at the set pressure stamped on the valve, it needs to be replaced.
Instruction book Warning No adjustments are allowed. Never run the compressor without safety valve. 12.7 Dryer maintenance instructions Safety precautions Refrigeration dryers of ID type contain refrigerant HFC. When handling refrigerant, all applicable safety precautions must be observed. Please be specifically aware of the following points: •...
Replace valve Leak in control air tubes Replace leaking tubes Inlet valve does not fully open Have valve checked Air leakage Have leaks repaired Safety valve leaking Have valve replaced Compressor element out of order Consult Atlas Copco 2920 7140 90...
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Oil cooler clogged Clean cooler Bypass valve malfunctioning Have valve tested Air cooler clogged Clean cooler Compressor element out of order Consult Atlas Copco Customer Centre Faults and remedies, dryer For all references hereafter, consult section dryer. Condition Fault Remedy...
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Instruction book Condition Fault Remedy Fan blades or fan motor out of Check fan/fan motor order Ambient temperature too high Check and correct; if necessary, draw cooling air via a duct from a cooler place or relocate the compressor Condenser externally clogged Clean condenser Compressor stops or does not Electric power supply to Check and correct as necessary...
Instruction book Technical data 14.1 Readings on display Elektronikon® controller Elektronikon® Graphic controller Important The readings mentioned below are valid under the reference conditions (see section Reference conditions and limitations). Reference Reading Air outlet pressure Fluctuates between programmed unloading and loading pressures. Compressor element 55-65 ˚C (99-117 ˚F) above cooling air temperature.
Instruction book 14.2 Electric cable size and main fuses Important • The voltage on the compressor terminals must not deviate more than 10% of the nominal voltage. It is however highly recommended to keep the voltage drop over the supply cables at nominal current below 5% of the nominal voltage (IEC 60204-1).
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Instruction book CSA/UL versions For UL designed machines, calculations for cable sections and fuses are done according to UL508A (Industrial control panels). For CSA, calculations for cable sections and fuses are done according to CSA 22.2 (Canadian electrical code). Standard conditions: maximum 3 copper conductors in raceway or cable with 85-90˚C (185-194 ˚F) insulation at ambient temperature 30 ˚C (86 ˚F), operating at nominal voltage;...
Instruction book Type Approval Setting F21 (A) Setting Q15 (A) GA 15 cULus / cCSAus 14.5 GA 18 43.5 GA 18 44.3 GA 18 25.9 GA 18 25.2 GA 18 22.1 GA 18 cULus / cCSAus 49.6 GA 18 cULus / cCSAus 44.3...
Instruction book 14.5 Reference conditions and limitations Reference conditions Air inlet pressure (absolute) Air inlet pressure (absolute) 14.5 Air inlet temperature ˚C Air inlet temperature ˚F Relative humidity Working pressure See section Compressor data Limits Maximum working pressure See section compressor data Minimum working pressure Minimum working pressure Maximum air inlet temperature...
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Instruction book 7.5 bar 8.5 bar 10.0 13.0 100 psi 125 psi 150 psi 175 psi Nominal working bar(e) 12.5 10.3 pressure Nominal working psig pressure Pressure drop over bar(e) dryer, Full-Feature units Pressure drop over psig dryer, Full-Feature units Motor shaft speed r/min 2960...
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12.2 12.2 Oil capacity US gal Sound pressure level, dB(A) Pack and Full-Feature (according to ISO 2151 (2004)) GA 18 7.5 bar 8.5 bar 10.0 13.0 100 psi 125 psi 150 psi 175 psi Frequency Maximum (unloading) bar(e) 10.8 12.5...
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Instruction book 7.5 bar 8.5 bar 10.0 13.0 100 psi 125 psi 150 psi 175 psi Temperature of air ˚F leaving outlet valve (approx.), Full-Feature units Pressure dew point, Full- ˚C Feature units Pressure dew point, Full- ˚F Feature units Nominal motor power 18.5 18.5...
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Instruction book 7.5 bar 8.5 bar 10.0 13.0 100 psi 125 psi 150 psi 175 psi Nominal working bar(e) 12.5 10.3 pressure Nominal working psig pressure Pressure drop over bar(e) dryer, Full-Feature units Pressure drop over psig dryer, Full-Feature units Motor shaft speed r/min 2950...
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Instruction book 7.5 bar 8.5 bar 10.0 13.0 100 psi 125 psi 150 psi 175 psi Refrigerant quantity, 1.48 1.48 1.48 1.48 Full-Feature units (cCSAus) Oil capacity 12.2 12.2 12.2 12.2 12.2 12.2 12.2 12.2 Oil capacity US gal Sound pressure level, dB(A) Pack and Full-Feature (according to ISO 2151...
Instruction book 7.5 bar 8.5 bar 10.0 13.0 100 psi 125 psi 150 psi 175 psi Temperature of air ˚F leaving outlet valve (approx.), Full-Feature units Pressure dew point, Full- ˚C Feature units Pressure dew point, Full- ˚F Feature units Nominal motor power Nominal motor power 34.9...
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Instruction book • Operating temperature • -10°C…..+60°C (14 °F ..140 °F) range • -30°C…..+70°C (-22 °F ..158 °F) • Storage temperature range Permissible humidity Relative humidity 90% No condensation Noise emission IEC61000-6-3 Noise immunity IEC61000-6-2 Mounting Cabinet door Digital outputs Number of outputs 6 (Elektronikon®...
Instruction book Instructions for use Oil separator vessel This vessel can contain pressurized air. This can be potentially dangerous if the equipment is misused. This vessel must only be used as a compressed air/oil separator tank and must be operated within the limits specified on the data plate.
Instruction book Guidelines for inspection Guidelines On the Declaration of Conformity / Declaration by the Manufacturer, the harmonised and/or other standards that have been used for the design are shown and/or referred to. The Declaration of Conformity / Declaration by the Manufacturer is part of the documentation that is supplied with this compressor.
Instruction book Pressure equipment directives Components subject to 97/23/EC Pressure Equipment Directive Compressor type Part number Description PED class GA 15 up to GA 26 6211 1115 69 Safety valve 2200 9507 63 2202 8410 01 Component Description Approval Volume Design Design PED class...
Instruction book Declaration of conformity Typical example of a Declaration of Conformity document (1): Contact address: Atlas Copco Airpower n.v. P.O. Box 100 B-2610 Wilrijk (Antwerp) Belgium 2920 7140 90...
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Instruction book On the Declaration of Conformity / Declaration by the Manufacturer, the harmonized and/or other standards that have been used for the design are shown and/or referred to. The Declaration of Conformity / Declaration by the Manufacturer is part of the documentation that is supplied with this device.
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What is the recommended oil for GA18P air compressor
The recommended oil for the Atlas Copco GA 18P air compressor is Roto-Xtend Duty Fluid. This high-quality synthetic lubricant is suitable for compressors operating at ambient temperatures between 0 ˚C (32 ˚F) and 46 ˚C (115 ˚F). If the compressor is used in the food industry, the Roto-Foodgrade Fluid is recommended.
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No power shows at controller
There could be several reasons why no power is showing at the controller for the Atlas Copco GA 18:
1. Power Failure – If there is a general power failure, the controller will not receive power.
2. Shutdown Condition – If the compressor is in shutdown mode, the Elektronikon® controller’s auxiliary relay (K05) will open, indicating no power.
3. Disconnected or Faulty Wiring – If the voltage supply to the controller is disconnected or there is a wiring issue, the controller will not function.
4. Blown Fuse or Tripped Breaker – A blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker could prevent power from reaching the controller.
5. Controller Malfunction – If the Elektronikon® controller itself is faulty, it may not display power even if the compressor is operational.
To troubleshoot, verify the power supply, check wiring connections, inspect fuses and breakers, and ensure the compressor is not in shutdown mode. If the issue persists, consult Atlas Copco for further assistance.
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what is oil capacity of ga 26vsd ff
Merhaba gemide 3.mühendis olarak çalışmaktayım. Gemimiz üzerinde Ga22 kompresör bulunmakta ve kompresör çalışır vaziyette stop edip tekrardan start etmekte.**** üzerinde herhangi bir alarm gelmemekte.Konu ile ilgili yardımlarınızı rica ederim.