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stationary compressors
ZR110-132-145-160-200-
250-275-300-315-355-400-
425-450-500-630-750
For units with Elektronikon® regulator, this book must be used together with the
„User manual for Elektronikon® regulator“, printed matter no. 2920 1291 0x.
Registration code
Col.: APC ZR/ZT110-275
Tab: 38
Seq.: 992
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Oil-free Air Division Instruction book
This instruction book describes how to handle and operate the subject machine(s) to ensure safe operation, optimum working
economy and long service life.
Read this book before putting the machine into operation to ensure correct handling, operation and proper maintenance from
the beginning. The maintenance schedule comprises measures for keeping the compressor in good repair.
Keep the book available for the operator(s) and make sure that the compressor is operated and that maintenance is carried out
according to the instructions. Record all operating data, maintenance work effected, etc. in an operator’s logbook available from
Atlas Copco. Follow all applicable safety precautions, amongst others those mentioned in this book.
Repairs must be carried out by trained personnel from Atlas Copco who can also be contacted for any further information.
In all correspondence mention the type and the serial number, shown on the data plate.
The company reserves the right to make changes without prior notice.
CONTENTS
Page Page
1 Leading particulars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4.2 Motor greasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
1.1 General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4.3 Oil specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
1.1.1 Drive arrangements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4.3.1 Roto-Z lubricating oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
1.1.2 Control systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4.4 Storage after installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
1.2 Elektronikon® control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4.5 Service kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
1.2.1 Elektronikon regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2.2 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 5 Servicing procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
1.2.3 Compressor control modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 5.1 Air filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
1.2.4 External compressor status indication . . . . . 8 5.2 Oil and oil filter change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
1.2.5 External communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 5.3 Safety valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
1.3 Electro-pneumatic control system . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 5.4 Setting of air pressure switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
1.3.1 Electro-pneumatic regulator . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.3.2 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 6 Problem solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
1.3.3 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.4 Regulating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 7 Principal data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
1.4.1 Air flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 7.1 Readings on display or on gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
1.4.2 Condensate drain system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 7.2 Regulation-protection-service settings . . . . . . . . . 38
1.4.3 Oil system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 7.2.1 Programmable settings for ZR with
1.4.4 Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Elektronikon regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
1.4.5 Regulating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 7.2.2 Shut-down settings for ZR with electro-
pneumatic regulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 7.3 Settings of safety valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
2.1 Dimension drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 7.4 Motor type - settings of overload relay -
2.2 Installation proposals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 main fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
2.3 Electric cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 7.5 Compressor specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
2.3.1 Size for low-voltage motors . . . . . . . . . . . 21 7.5.1 Reference conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
2.3.2 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 7.5.2 Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
2.4 Cooling water requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 7.5.3 ZR110 up to 275 7.5 bar - 50 Hz . . . . . . . 41
2.5 Pictographs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 7.5.4 ZR110 up to 250 10 bar - 50 Hz . . . . . . . 41
7.5.5 ZR110 up to 275 125 psi - 60 Hz . . . . . . . 42
3 Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 7.5.6 ZR110 up to 275 150 psi - 60 Hz . . . . . . . 42
3.1 Preparation for initial start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 7.5.7 ZR300 up to 425 7.5 bar - 50 Hz . . . . . . . 42
3.2 Before starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 7.5.8 ZR300 up to 400 10 bar - 50 Hz . . . . . . . 43
3.3 For ZR with Elektronikon regulator . . . . . . . . . . . 28 7.5.9 ZR300 up to 400 125 psi - 60 Hz . . . . . . . 43
3.3.1 Routine starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 7.5.10 ZR300 up to 400 150 psi - 60 Hz . . . . . . . 43
3.3.2 Starting after emergency stopping or shut- 7.5.11 ZR450 up to 750 7.5 bar - 50 Hz . . . . . . . 44
down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 7.5.12 ZR450 up to 750 10 bar - 50 Hz . . . . . . . 44
3.3.3 During operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 7.5.13 ZR450 up to 750 125 psi - 60 Hz . . . . . . . 44
3.3.4 Checking the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 7.5.14 ZR450 up to 750 150 psi - 60 Hz . . . . . . . 45
3.3.5 Manual unloading/loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 7.6 Conversion list of SI units into British/
3.3.6 Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 American units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3.4 For ZR with electro-pneumatic regulator . . . . . . . 30
3.4.1 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 8 Optional equipment (standard options) . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.4.2 During operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 8.1 Electro-pneumatic control system . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.4.3 Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 8.2 Continuous capacity control system . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.5 Taking out of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 8.3 Energy recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
8.4 Other optional equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.1 Preventive maintenance schedule for the
compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Fig. 1a. ZR425 with dryer
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F340
7
AF. Air filter Dmi. Location of condensate valve, SVh. High-pressure safety valve
AO. Air outlet intercooler SVl. Low-pressure safety valve
Ca. Aftercooler DRa. Condensate drain receiver, TV. Full-load/no-load valve
Co. Oil cooler aftercooler WI. Cooling water inlet
CM. Elektronikon regulator DRi. Condensate drain receiver, WO. Cooling water outlet
Daa. Automatic condensate outlet, intercooler 1. Arrow for indication of motor
aftercooler Eh. High-pressure compressor rotation direction
Dai. Automatic condensate outlet, element 2. Flange
intercooler El. Low-pressure compressor 3. Door, access to air filters
Dma. Location of condensate valve, element 4. Regeneration air pipe with check
aftercooler M1. Drive motor valve
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Fig. 2a
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1 2 4 6 8 10 11 S5 12
50112F
13
S2
5 7 9
5 Function keys
Keys to control and program the compressor. See below. Selecting a menu
To facilitate controlling the compressor, menu-driven programs
6 Scroll keys are implemented in the electronic regulator. Use the function
Keys to scroll through the display. keys (5) to select the menus in order to program and monitor
the compressor. The „User manual for Elektronikon® regulator“
deals elaborately with all regulator functions.
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Stop the compressor and switch off the voltage before 2. Connect the 24V power supply from terminals (6 and 7) of
connecting external equipment. Consult Atlas Copco. terminal strip (1X1) to connector (5X1) of communication
module (COM1).
3. Connect an earth cable between module (COM1) and the
1.2.5 External communication module of the compressor regulator.
4. Connect the cable delivered with the COM1 module from
If it is desired to connect the compressor to an Atlas Copco ES connector (5X3) of the COM1 module to a free ..X2
system (e.g. to an ES100 sequence selector), an optional connector on a module of the compressor regulator.
communication module (COM1) needs to be installed. 5. Consult Atlas Copco to check the installation and to have
the communication software loaded.
Installation (Fig. 6)
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
50108F
10
11
15 14 13 12
1 2 3 4
50109F
11 6
10 99 8 7
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1.4 Regulating system (Figs. 10) compressor element (Eh) and one downstream of the aftercooler
(MTa) to prevent condensate from entering the air outlet pipe.
The moisture traps are connected to condensate drain receivers.
1.4.1 Air flow Each drain receiver is provided with a float valve to auto-
matically drain condensate and a manual drain valve.
Air drawn through filter(s) (AF) is compressed in low-pressure
compressor element (El) and discharged to intercooler (Ci). On ZR300-750, an extra moisture trap (MTb) is fitted in the
The cooled air is further compressed in high-pressure blow-off pipe to prevent moisture from blowing through
compressor element (Eh) and discharged through silencer (AS) silencers (US) during transition from loaded to unloaded
and aftercooler (Ca) towards the air net. A check valve (CV) operation.
is provided: downstream of the silencer on ZR110-275 or
downstream of the aftercooler on ZR300-750.
1.4.3 Oil system
1.4.2 Condensate drain system Oil is circulated by pump (OP) from the sump of the gear casing
through cooler (Co) and filter(s) (OF) towards the bearings and
Two moisture traps are installed: one downstream of the timing gears. Valve (BV) opens if the oil pressure should rise
intercooler (MTi) to prevent condensate from entering above a given value.
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AF. Air filter(s) Eh. High-pressure compressor element TV. Full-load/no-load valve
AS. Silencer El. Low-pressure compressor element UA. Unloader
BV. Oil circuit by-pass valve ER. Electro-pneumatic regulator US. Silencer(s)
Ca. Aftercooler MTa. Moisture trap, aftercooler UV. Unloading valve
Ci. Intercooler MTb. Moisture trap, blow-off air Y1. Loading solenoid valve
CM. Elektronikon® regulator MTi. Moisture trap, intercooler 1. Chamber
Co. Oil cooler OF. Oil filter(s) 2. Plunger
CV. Check valve OP. Oil pump 3. Chamber
CVr. Check valve, regeneration air to MD SVh. High-pressure safety valve(s) 4. Diaphragm
dryer (delivered with dryer) SVl. Low-pressure safety valve(s) 5. Diaphragm
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1.4.4 Cooling system chambers (1 and 3), plunger (2) returns by spring force
keeping full-load/no-load valve (TV) closed and unloading
The cooling water flows through oil cooler (Co), the cooling valve (UV) open.
jackets of high-pressure compressor element (Eh) and low- 3. Compressed air between check valve (CV) and valve (UV)
pressure compressor element (El), on ZR300-750 around the is blown off through silencer(s) (US). Check valve (CV)
outlet pipe of compressor element (El), as well as through closes.
intercooler (Ci) and aftercooler (Ca). 4. As vacuum prevails in intercooler (Ci), diaphragm (4)
switches to the left.
1.4.5 Regulating system Air delivery is stopped (0%), the compressor runs unloaded.
The system is controlled by Elektronikon® regulator (CM) (see During loading (Fig. 10b)
section 1.2) or electro-pneumatic regulator (ER) (see section
1.3), which keep the net pressure within programmable pressure When the net pressure decreases to the lower limit of the
limits by automatically loading and unloading the compressor working pressure (loading pressure), solenoid valve (Y1) is
depending on the air consumption. energized. The plunger of solenoid valve (Y1) moves against
spring force opening the supply port of control air to unloader
During unloading (Fig. 10a) (UA):
If the air consumption is less than the air delivery of the 1. Atmospheric pressure is allowed through solenoid valve
compressor, the net pressure increases. When the net pressure (Y1) to chamber (1) of unloader (UA). As this pressure is
reaches the upper limit of the working pressure (unloading higher than the pressure in chamber (3), full-load/no-load
pressure), solenoid valve (Y1) is de-energized. The plunger of valve (TV) starts opening.
solenoid valve (Y1) moves by spring force shutting off the 2. Intercooler pressure is building up causing diaphragm (4)
supply of control air to unloader (UA): to switch to the right. As the pressure difference between
chambers (1 and 3) increases, plunger (2) moves further
1. Control pressure is vented from chamber (1) of unloader against spring force until full-load/no-load valve (TV) is
(UA) through solenoid valve (Y1) and chamber (3) towards fully open and unloading valve (UV) closed.
the inlet of compressor element (El).
2. As there is no longer any pressure difference between Air delivery is resumed (100%), the compressor runs loaded.
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2 INSTALLATION
Note:
The drawings show ZR with Elektronikon regulator. On ZR with electro-pneumatic regulator, the control panel differs and the
door besides the electric cabinet is replaced by the instrument panel.
(1) Cooling air outlet (11) Left side view (21) Compressed air outlet
(2) Cooling air inlet (12) Rear view (22) Water in/out
(3) Right side view (13) Opening for transport (23) Note: ANSI flanges are optional
(4) Voltage supply entrance (14) Top view (24) Compressed air outlet
(5) Centre of gravity (15) Prepared for dryer connection pipe (25) Compressor air inlet
(6) Automatic drain aftercooler (16) Water inlet (26) Centre of gravity
(7) Manual drain aftercooler (17) Water outlet (27) Net mass (approx.), high-voltage motor 50Hz
(8) Automatic drain intercooler (18) Water in/out (28) Net mass (approx.), high-voltage motor 60Hz
(9) Manual drain intercooler (19) Net mass without motor (kg), approx. (29) High-voltage supply entrance
(10) Front view (20) Net mass with low-voltage motor-Arr.E (kg), approx.
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1. Install the compressor on a level floor suitable for taking It is recommended that the connection of the compressor
the weight of the compressor. Recommended minimum air delivery pipe is made on top of the main air net pipe
distance between the top of the bodywork and the ceiling: to minimize carry-over of possible remainder of
1200 mm. condensate.
2. Remove the plastic plug (if provided) from the compressor As a rule of thumb, following formula can be used to
air outlet pipe and install an air outlet valve. See Figs. 11 calculate the recommended volume of the air net:
for the dimensions. Close the valve and connect it to the
air net. 30 x C x p x Q
_____________________
V =
3. The pressure drop over the delivery pipe can be calculated ∆P
as follows:
V = recommended air net volume in l
L x 450 x Qc1.85 ∆P = pressure difference between unloading and
∆p = __________________________
loading pressures in bar (recommended
d5 x P minimum = 0.6)
p = compressor inlet pressure in bar absolute
∆p = pressure drop (recommended maximum Q = free air delivery of compressor in l/s
= 0.1 bar) C = correction factor, see below
L = length of delivery pipe in m
d = inner diameter of the delivery pipe in mm
P = absolute pressure at the compressor outlet
in bar(a)
Qc = free air delivery of the compressor in l/s
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7. See section 2.3 for the recommended cable size of the connect the pipes to the cooling water circuit. Provide a
supply cables. Check that the electrical connections valve in the compressor water inlet pipe and outlet pipe.
correspond to the local codes. The installation must be
earthed and protected against short circuits by fuses in
all phases. An isolating switch must be installed near the Warning In case the compressor is ordered as "Hot air
compressor. version" (see section 8.4), thermal insulation
should be provided to protect against the high
8. Remove the plastic plugs (if provided) from the temperature of the air outlet valve and air delivery
compressor water pipes (WI and WO-Figs. 1c/d) and pipe.
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Remarks
- Local regulations remain applicable if they are stricter than the values proposed below.
- The voltage drop must not exceed 5 % of the nominal voltage. It may be necessary to use cables with a larger size than those
stated to comply with this requirement.
50 Hz compressors
Note: The size is valid for cable PVC 70°C at ambient temperature 40°C according to EN60204
60 Hz compressors
Note: The size is valid for cable 90°C at ambient temperature 40°C
2.3.2 Connection
The connection points are shown on Figs. 13. The cable size is mentioned in section 2.3.1.
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8
9
12
10
50105F
50118F
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44 28 29 30 31
50107F
50106F
43
42
41
32
40
499
39
33
500
38 37 36 35 34
56 55 54 53 52 51
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Safety precautions 1. Consult section 2 for the electric cable size, installation
The operator must apply all related safety precautions including proposal and dimension drawings.
those mentioned in this book. 2. For ZR with an Elektronikon regulator (Fig. 3), read the
„User manual for Elektronikon® regulator“ to familiarize
Outdoor/altitude operation yourself with all regulator functions.
If the compressor is installed outdoors or if the air inlet 3. A sticker dealing in short with the operation instructions is
temperature can be below 0°C (32°F), precautions must be delivered with the literature set. Affix the sticker next to
taken. In this case, and also for altitude operation, consult Atlas the control panel.
Copco. 4. The compressor and motor are secured to the frame
immobilizing the vibration dampers during transport. All
Moving/lifting transport devices are painted red and must be removed:
The compressor can be moved by a lift truck using the slots in - At the motor side (Figs. 15), the dampers may be secured
the frame. Make sure that the forks protrude from the other by means of:
side of the frame. The compressor can also be lifted after - bolts/spacers fitted next to the dampers: remove
inserting beams in the slots. Make sure that the beams cannot the bolts and spacers (1)
slide and that they protrude from the frame equally. The chains - bolts/spacers fitted through one of the fixation
must be held parallel to the bodywork by chain spreaders in holes of the dampers: remove bolts and spacers (2
order not to damage the compressor. The lifting equipment and 3) and fit shorter bolts (delivered in a plastic
must be placed in such a way that the compressor will be lifted bag with the compressor) to tighten the vibration
perpendicularly. Lift smoothly and avoid twisting. dampers securely to motor support (4).
F3375
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- At the gear casing side (Figs. 16), transport devices 10. Check that the compressor is filled with oil: oil must be
may be fitted to the gear casing or coolers: remove visible in sight-glass (SG-Fig. 18).
support(s) (2) or remove bolts and spacers (1), as the 11. Check the voltage selecting wires at transformer (T1-Figs.
case may be. 9) for correct connection. An instruction label is provided.
- The subframe of Arr. 1 units (Figs. 17) is secured by Check the setting of overload relay (F21) and that the relay
means of bolts/spacers (1), which must be removed. is set for automatic resetting. See section 7.4.
5. Remove flange (2-Figs. 1b and 2a) and take out the silicagel 12. Switch on the voltage. Start the motor and stop it
bags installed in the intercooler at the drain receiver side. immediately. Check for correct direction of rotation as
Refit the flange. indicated by the arrow (1-Figs. 1b and 2a): counterclockwise
6. On Arr. 1 compressors supplied ex-factory with a motor, looking at the motor drive shaft (an arrow may also be
check the motor alignment as it may have been disturbed provided on the coupling housing). A grating is provided
during transport. through which the coupling can be observed. If the rotation
7. The low-pressure compressor elements of ZR160-425 may direction is wrong, switch off the voltage and reverse two
be provided with a small, external pipe (1-Figs. 21) at the electric inlet connections.
bottom. Check the connections of this pipe for tightness. 13. Run the compressor for a few minutes. Stop the compressor
8. For ZR300-750, if an MD dryer is connected to the and check the oil level, which should be in the middle of
compressor, make sure to fit the check valve, delivered with sight-glass (SG-Fig. 18) or in the upper field of the green
the dryer, in the regeneration air pipe (Fig. 1a). range.
9. Check that the cooling water drain valves (customer’s
installation) in the inlet and outlet lines are closed. Open
the water inlet valve and outlet valve (customer’s
installation) and check for water flow.
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3.2 Before starting remedying the fault, unlock the emergency stop button by
turning it anti-clockwise and restart the compressor as
Attention described above.
- The operator must apply all relevant safety precautions,
including those mentioned in this instruction book. If the automatic restart function after voltage failure is activated
- For compressors with Elektronikon regulator (Fig. 3) (see section 1.2.1) and the duration of repair is shorter than the
delivered without motor, the number of motor starts is programmed power recovery time, reset the display after
programmed at maximum 3 per day. If required, consult remedying the fault: press the key <<Reset>>, the message
the „User manual for Elektronikon® regulator“ section <<All protection functions are OK>> will appear, whereafter
„Modify settings“ to modify this setting. the compressor can be restarted. Press the keys <<Menu>>
- In case the water system was drained (see section 3.3.6 or and <<Main Screen>> to return to the main display (Fig. 4).
3.4.3), close the drain valves and fit the drain plugs or pipe.
Minimum stop time
1. Check the oil level, which must be in the middle of sight- The compressor will not be allowed to restart within a
glass (SG-Fig. 18) or in the upper field of the green range. programmed time (20 s) after a stop for whatever reason. A
Top up, if necessary, with the correct type of oil. start command given during the minimum stop time will be
2. Close condensate drain valves (Dma and Dmi-Fig. 1c/d). memorized; automatic operation LED (1) lights up. The
3. Open the water inlet valve and outlet valve (customer’s compressor will start when the minimum stop time has run out.
installation).
Opening of the water outlet valve can be overlooked if, after Manual restarting
previous operation, the setting of this valve has not been In automatic operation, the regulator limits the number of motor
disturbed. starts. For low-voltage motors, observe an interval of minimum
20 minutes between each manual start. For high-voltage motors,
the number of motor starts is limited to 3 starts per day.
3.3.1 Routine starting (Fig. 3) 1. When automatic operation LED (1) is alight, starting and
stopping of the motor is automatically controlled: when the
1. Open the air outlet valve (customer’s installation). motor is stopped, it may restart automatically.
2. Switch on the voltage and check that voltage on LED (2) 2. Check the readings on display (4). See below.
lights up. 3. On reaching the pre-set unloading pressure, shown on
3. Press start button (8). The compressor starts running in display (4), the compressor will run unloaded. From now
unloaded condition and automatic operation LED (1) lights on, the electronic control module will calculate the optimum
up. moment to stop and restart the compressor motor
4. Approx. 25 seconds later (programmable), the compressor automatically, depending on the maximum permissible
starts running loaded. The message on display (4) changes number of motor starts and on the air consumption.
from <<Automatically unloaded>> to <<Automatically 4. To unload the compressor manually, press the key
loaded>>. <<Unload>> (5) 1). To put the compressor back into
5. Regulate the water flow with the compressor running automatic operation, press the key <<Load>> (5) 1).
loaded. Consult section 7.1 for the cooling water
temperature and sections 7.5.3 up to 7.5.14 for the cooling Important
water consumption. - If the compressor is stopped, it may start automatically. See
also section 1.2.1.
Important - The control module will only react to a new control mode
- If the motor is stopped and automatic operation LED if the new position of the control mode switch is maintained
(1) is alight, the motor may start automatically. for 3 seconds.
- If the start/stop timer is active (see section 1.2.1), the - To avoid unauthorized switching over to another control
compressor can start automatically, even if it was mode, take out the key (S5) after selecting the required
stopped manually. mode. See also section 1.2.3.
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3.3.4 Checking the display (4-Fig. 3) If required, the compressor can be unloaded manually. In this
case, the compressor is switched out of automatic operation,
1. Regularly check the display for readings and messages. i.e. the compressor remains running unloaded unless it is loaded
Normally, the main display (Fig. 4) is shown, indicating the again manually.
compressor outlet pressure, the status of the compressor
and the functions of the keys below the display. Manually unloading 3)
2. Always check the display and remedy the trouble if alarm Press the key <<Unload>> (5). LED (1) goes out. The message
LED (3) is alight or blinks. Consult section 1.2 and the <<Manually Unloaded>> appears on the display.
„User manual for Elektronikon® regulator“, section „Status
data submenu“. Manually loading 3)
3. The display will show a service message if one of the Press the key <<Load>> (5). LED (1) lights up. The command
monitored components is to be serviced; replace the <<Load>> does not force the compressor in loaded condition,
component, change the oil or grease the drive motor as the but it will switch the compressor to automatic operation again,
case may be. Reset the relevant timer. Consult the „User i.e. the compressor will be loaded if the air net pressure drops
manual for Elektronikon® regulator“, section „Service below the programmed level.
submenu“.
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Manual unloading/loading
To unload the compressor manually, move switch (9) 1) The low-pressure compressor elements of ZR160-425 may be
downwards; to load the compressor manually, move switch (9) provided with a small, external pipe (1-Figs. 21) at the bottom
upwards. connecting the cooling jacket compartments. In this case, remove
this pipe for draining of the water (no plugs are to be removed).
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4 MAINTENANCE
Attention
Before carrying out any maintenance or repair, stop the compressor. On ZR with Elektronikon regulator, wait until the compressor
has stopped and press the emergency stop button. Switch off the voltage. Safeguard against unintentional „switch-on“. Apply
all relevant safety precautions, including those mentioned in this book.
The „longer interval“ checks must also include the „shorter interval“ checks.
6-monthly 4000 4.5/5.1 5 Remove air filters, clean by air jet and inspect
" -- -- -- Clean compressor
1) Use only authorized parts. Any damage or malfunction caused by the use of unauthorized parts is not covered by Warranty
or Product Liability.
2) Whichever interval comes first. The local Atlas Copco Sales Company may overrule the maintenance schedule, especially
the service intervals, depending on the environmental and working conditions of the compressor.
Notes
1. Maintain the level in the middle of the oil level sight-glass or in the upper field of the green range.
2. For compressors with Elektronikon regulator only. See „User manual for Elektronikon® regulator“.
3. Preferably to be carried out by an Atlas Copco Service representative.
4. Any leak should be attended to immediately.
5. In very dusty surroundings it may be necessary to check and replace the air filters more frequently. Consult Atlas Copco.
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Stop the compressor before greasing. The data below are valid for an air intake temperature of maximum 40°C. For compressors
with Elektronikon regulator, reset the regreasing service warning 1) after regreasing.
Low-voltage motors
50 Hz compressors
60 Hz compressors
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High-voltage motors
50 Hz compressors
60 Hz compressors
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Testing
The valves can be tested on a separate compressed air line. If
a valve does not open at the pressure specified in section 7.3,
consult Atlas Copco.
2
5.4 Setting of air pressure switch (ZR
with electro-pneumatic regulator 3
only)
The switch (Fig. 19) allows the operator to select the unloading
pressure and the pressure difference between the unloading 4
and loading pressures.
Ca. Aftercooler
Ci. Intercooler
DP7/8/9. Water drain plugs (painted green)
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Compressor elements ZR300-425 (typical example) Figs. 21. Water drain plugs
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6 PROBLEM SOLVING
4. Air temperature above normal 10. Wrong motor start prevention delay
a. Inlet temperature too high due to bad room ventilation Time relay (K14) to prevent motor from restarting shortly
or recirculation of cooling air after stopping incorrectly set
a. Improve ventilation of compressor room and avoid Set relay at 5 seconds
cooling air recirculation
b. Insufficient cooling water flow
b. Check water temperature and increase cooling water
flow
c. Restriction in cooling water system due to formation of
scale or settling down of dirt
c. Consult Atlas Copco
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7 PRINCIPAL DATA
The readings below are valid when operating at reference conditions (section 7.5.1):
A number of regulation settings (e.g. loading and unloading pressures), protection settings (e.g. shut-down level for the temperatures
of the compressor elements) and service settings (e.g. oil service life) are programmable. The protection settings are the same as
given in section 7.2.2.
The „User manual for Elektronikon® regulator“ deals elaborately with this matter (section „Modify settings submenu“).
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50 Hz compressors
Compressor Motor type Supply Maximum setting Maximum fuse ratings gL/gG
type SIEMENS voltage of overload relay Type 2 2) Type 1 1)
(V) (A) (A) (A)
1) Disturbance of contactor and/or overload relay may occur (if damaged, the component must be replaced).
2) No damage will occur at the overload relay.
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60 Hz compressors
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7.5.2 Limitations
Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5
Nominal working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Air temperature at outlet valve, approx. °C 25 25 26 25 25 26 26
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 2980 2980 2980 1485 1485 1485 2980
Power input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kW 115 135 146 163 208 255 280
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 35 35 35 60 60 60 60
Sound pressure level, Arr. E 2) . . . . . . . dB(A) 65 65 66 68 68 69 70
Cooling water consumption at
temperature rise of 15°C . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 1.6 1.9 2 2.4 3 3.7 4.1
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Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6
Nominal working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 7 7 7 7 7 7
Air temperature at outlet valve, approx. °C 25 26 25 25 25 26
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 3570 3570 1780 1780 1780 1780
Power input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kW 116 149 146 179 216 258
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 35 35 60 60 60 60
Sound pressure level, Arr. E 2) . . . . . . . dB(A) 65 66 68 68 69 69
Cooling water consumption at
temperature rise of 15°C . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 1.6 2.1 2.1 2.6 3.1 3.7
Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4
Nominal working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 9 9 9 9 9 9
Air temperature at outlet valve, approx. °C 25 26 25 25 25 26
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 3570 3570 1785 1785 1785 1785
Power input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kW 118 138 152 183 217 257
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 35 35 60 60 60 60
Sound pressure level, Arr. E 2) . . . . . . . dB(A) 65 66 68 68 69 69
Cooling water consumption at
temperature rise of 15°C . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 1.7 2 2.2 2.6 3.1 3.7
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1 bar = 14.504 psi 1 kW = 1.341 hp (UK and US) 1 m = 3.281 ft 1 N = 0.225 lbf
1 g = 0.035 oz 1 l = 0.264 US gal 1 mm = 0.039 in 1 Nm = 0.738 lbf.ft
1 kg = 2.205 lb 1 l = 0.220 Imp gal (UK) 1 m3/min = 35.315 cfm x°C = (32+1.8x)°F 4)
1 km/h = 0.621 mile/h 1 l = 0.035 cu.ft 1 mbar = 0.401 in wc
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Example: Important
The pressure controller has a 0-200 psi Bourdon tube and - The minimum intercooler pressure is limited and defined by
is adjusted for a requested system pressure of 102 psig (7 the working pressure, the maximum pressure ratio over the
bar effective). The dial of knob (9) has a range from 0 to high-pressure compressor element and the cooling water
10 corresponding to a proportional band setting of 0% to inlet temperature.
100%. - The compressors are adjusted ex-factory. Local
If the knob is set at 0.3 (which corresponds to a proportional adjustments may only be carried out by an Atlas Copco
band setting of +/- 3%), control valve (5) will be fully open representative to obtain optimum efficiency of the
at 105 psig (7.2 bar effective) and fully closed at 99 psig regulation and to avoid possible damage caused by too low
(6.8 bar effective). an intercooler pressure.
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The system recovers the major part of the compression heat. The cooling system of the compressor has been modified to
The percentage of shaft input power available for recovery obtain both high cooling water temperatures and sufficient
amounts from about 80 to 95%, depending on the operating cooling for the compressor.
conditions. The cooling water enters the oil cooler and then flows through
If an MD dryer is installed downstream of the compressor, this the high-pressure compressor element, the low-pressure
percentage is reduced to approx. 76% of the shaft input instead compressor element and finally the inter- and aftercooler. This
of approx. 90%, as part of the heat in the compressed air is sequence ensures optimal temperature differences with relation
used for regeneration in the drying process. to the heat transfer in the individual components.
A complete energy recovery system includes (Fig. 24): Water flow regulation through compressor
- compressor with modified cooling system (ZR)
- a pump unit (PU) to transfer the recovered energy from the The water flow is automatically regulated by means of a
cooling system of the compressor to the heat consumer thermostatic valve (RV1) installed at the outlet of the cooling
(HC) water circuit. On ZR110-275, the valve is provided with a
- the heat consumer (HC), i.e. the equipment to transfer the by-pass valve which can be adjusted to ensure sufficient water
energy to the industrial process flow during unloaded operation and change-over from
unloaded to loaded operation. Consult Atlas Copco.
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Atlas Copco offers pump units to transfer the energy recovered Closed recirculating water systems minimize make-up water
from the compressor to the heat consumer. The pump unit requirements. Therefore, it is economically feasible to use
constitutes a closed water circuit with the cooling system of softened or even demineralized water to eliminate the problem
the compressor. of scale deposits.
Two water pumps (WP1/2) are provided. One pump circulates Corrosion control is important. Best results are obtained by
the hot cooling water from the compressor through the heat adding corrosion inhibitors as used in engine cooling systems.
consumer and back to the compressor. The other is a stand- Using anti-freeze products is an alternative solution to avoid
by pump. Check valves (CV1/2) at the delivery side of the problems, e.g. adding 20% to 30% ethylene-glycol based anti-
pumps prevent backflow of water in the stand-by pump. The freeze to the tap water.
pump unit is provided with a make-up water connection, an For open cooling water systems (e.g. boiler feed water
air trap with automatic de-aeration device (AT), a pressure preparation), consult Atlas Copco to avoid problems related
and temperature gauge (PI and TI), a safety valve (SV) and to deposit control, corrosion control and microbiological
an expansion tank (ET). growth control.
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Water flow regulation through heat exchanger 8.4 Other optional equipment
Depending on the amount of energy transferred in the heat
consumer (HC), the heat exchanger (HE) of the pump unit is ANSI flanges
completely or partly by-passed by means of a thermostatic valve The flanges on the air and cooling water pipes can be provided
(RV2). The valve is normally adjusted to obtain a cooling water with ANSI flanges instead of DIN flanges.
temperature of 40°C (104°F) (corresponding to the maximum
allowable temperature at the compressor inlet). It is advisable Motor temperature protection
to adjust the setting of the valve as close as possible to the Temperature sensors (thermistors) can be embedded in the
temperature of the cooling water returning from the heat windings of the drive motor to warn the operator if the winding
consumer (HC). temperature becomes too high and to shut-down the compressor
Sufficient low-temperature cooling water must be available for thus protecting the motor from overheating.
the heat exchanger to obtain a water temperature which does
not exceed 40°C (104°F). Teflon-free compressor elements
The rotors of the compressor elements can be provided with an
epoxy-based coating.
Electrical system
Hot air version
The pumps (WP1 and WP2) are driven by an electric motor. The cooling system can be adapted in order not to cool the
Each motor is provided with a manual starting equipment outgoing compressed air.
including a circuit breaker.
Automatic water shut-off
At initial start, check that the rotation direction is as indicated A water shut-off valve may be provided in the cooling water
by the arrows on the motor flanges; if necessary, stop the unit, system to shut-off the system when the compressor is not in
switch off the voltage and reverse two incoming electric lines. operation.
Important
- Compressed air quality and reliability of any compressor,
dryer or other equipment should never be made subordinate
to the energy recovery system. In some cases, especially
installations where air dryers are installed, an additional
aftercooler is required to reduce the compressor air outlet
temperature to a level at which the dryers operate at
maximum efficiency. This aftercooler and the dryer (if
water-cooled) need to be cooled separately by low-
temperature water. Consult Atlas Copco.
- The general temperature level of compressors with modified
cooling system for energy recovery is approx. 20°C to 25°C
higher than the level of compressors with standard cooling
system, resulting in a slight decrease of free air delivery
and an slight increase in shaft power. In case the
compressors operate in high ambient temperatures (close
to 40°C) and with high water inlet temperatures (close to
40°C), the maximum working pressure is 0.5 bar lower than
for standard compressors. Consult Atlas Copco.
Settings - limitations
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What sets Atlas Copco apart as a company is our
conviction that we can only excel in what we do if we
provide the best possible know-how and technology to really
help our customers produce, grow and succeed.
There is a unique way of achieving that - we simply call
it the Atlas Copco way. It builds on interaction, on long-
term relationships and involvement in the customers’
process, needs and objectives. It means having the
flexibility to adapt to the diverse demands of the people
we cater for.
It’s the commitment to our customers’ business that
drives our effort towards increasing their productivity
through better solutions. It starts with fully supporting
existing products and continuously doing things better, but it
goes much further, creating advances in technology through
innovation. Not for the sake of technology, but for the sake
of our customer’s bottom line and peace-of-mind.
That is how Atlas Copco will strive to remain the first
choice, to succeed in attracting new business and to main-
tain our position as the industry leader.
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