GENERAL INFORMATION GB

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety indications .............................................................................. 2

Installation .......................................................................................... 4
Specifications .................................................................................... 6
Settings and controls ......................................................................... 7
Control functions ................................................................................ 8
Operation .......................................................................................... 9
Start-up ....................................................................................... 10
Maintenance .................................................................................... 11
Trouble-shooting .............................................................................. 13
Wiring diagram ................................................................................ 14

OUTFIT
Check outfit carefully. Later claims for missing parts will not be accepted.
The following accessories are supplied with the compressor:
no. 1 line cock
no. 1 Teflon tape
no. 1 delivery tube
no. 4 anti-vibration elements
no. 1 door key
no. 1 user’s guide

CONDITION OF THE MACHINE WHEN SUPPLIED

Every compressor is shop tested and delivered ready to be installed and to be set at work.
The oil used is SHELL CORENA D.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS
• Every ROTAR compressor is regularly shop tested and guaranteed for 3,000 (three thousand) working
hours in the 12 (twelve) months following the date of delivery. This warranty extends up to 24 months for screw
unit and electronic controller (if fitted).
• This warranty applies only if the contractual and administrative rules have been observed and if the
installation of the machine and its use comply with the instructions of this manual.
• Damaged or defective parts due to manufacturing faults will be repaired or replaced free of charge.
• Labour costs are not covered by this warranty and the customer will therefore be charged with the
relevant amount.
• The following is also excluded from this warranty: all parts subject to wear (separator filter, air filter, oil
filter, etc.), transport costs and servicing performed by our technicians (on-site inspection, disassembly and
reassembly) for operational faults not due to manufacturing defects.
• Only our “AUTHORIZED SERVICE” technicians’ decision will be regarded as final.
• Any liability for direct or indirect damages to people and/or objects, due to misuse or improper
maintenance of the compressor is not included in this warranty. It is limited to manufacturing defects only.
• This warranty will become null in case of misuse or even minor tampering and if not original spare parts
are used.

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GB SAFETY INDICATIONS
GENERAL
• Rotary compressors are intended for heavy continuous industrial use. They are especially suitable for industrial
applications requiring high air consumption for a long time.
• The compressor should be run and operated only in compliance with the indications given in this manual. Safely
keep this manual in a known and easily reachable place for the whole working life of the compressor.
• A supervisor shall be appointed in the company, in which the compressor is installed. He/she shall be responsible
for compressor inspections, adjustments and maintenance. Should a substitute be appointed for the supervisor, he/she
shall carefully read the user’s guide and all possible comment on service and maintenance carried out so far.

SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL

Some symbols are used to highlight danger situations, give recommendations or information. These symbols are usually
positioned next to the text, a figure or at the top of a page (in this case they refer to all subjects dealt with in that page).
Carefully read symbol meaning below.

CAUTION! POWER OFF!

Important description on service, dangerous All operations to be strictly carried out only after
situation, safety, accident prevention powering off the machine.
recommendations and/or very important
information.

STOP MACHINE! SPECIALIZED PERSONNEL!

All operations to be strictly carried out only after All operations to be strictly carried out only by
stopping the machine. specialized technician.

SYMBOLS ON THE COMPRESSOR

The compressor has several labels to highlight possible danger and give recommendations on what to do during
machine operation or in special situations.
Please comply with these indications.

Danger! Hot! Prohibited! Do not open doors during

compressor operation

Prohibited! Press emergency button for

Danger! Electric shock! compressor immediate stop. Do not use line
knife switch.

Danger! Hot gas or harmful gas within

working area Prohibited! Do not use water on electric
equipment to extinguish fire.

Danger! Pressurized container

Compulsory! Read instructions for use
carefully.

Danger! Mechanical moving parts

Caution! Maintenance works in progress

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 SAFETY INDICATIONS GB
WHAT TO DO:
Make sure that mains voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on CE plate and that cable of suitable cross-section
are used for electric connections.
Always check oil level before starting the compressor.
Be familiar with emergency stop control and all other controls.
Empty the air tank and/or oil separator and unplug the connector before any maintenance work, so to avoid accidental
start.
Ensure that all parts have been correctly reassembled after any maintenance work.
Keep children and animals off the working area to avoid injuries caused by devices connected to the compressor.
Carefully read instructions for the installed accessory, especially if painting devices are installed.
Ensure that the installation place is properly ventilated.
Ensure that temperature of the working environment ranges between +5 and + 45 ºC.
The compressor should be installed and operated in a non-explosive environment.
Allow at least 50 cm between the compressor and the wall so to allow free air flow to the fan.
Press the emergency button on the control panel only in case of actual need so as to avoid possible damages to people
or the very compressor.
When calling for technical assistance and/or advice, always mention model and serial number indicated on CE plate.
Always follow the maintenance schedule specified in the user’s guide.

WHAT NOT TO DO:

Do not touch inner parts and pipes as they are very hot during compressor operation and stay hot for a certain time after
compressor stop.
Do not position inflammable or nylon objects or cloths close to and onto the compressor.
Do not move the compressor when the tank is under pressure.
Do not operate the compressor if the power cable is damaged or defective or if connection is unstable.
Do not operate the compressor in explosive environment or in case of naked flames.
Do not operate the compressor in wet or dusty environments.
Never aim the air jet at people or animals.
Do not allow unauthorized people to operate the compressor and give them all required instructions.
Do not hit fans with blunt objects as they might break during compressor operation.
Never operate the compressor without air filter.
Do not tamper with safety and adjusting devices.
Never operate the compressor when doors/panels are open or removed.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
The compressor Your have purchased has its own CE plate showing the following data:
1) Manufacturer’s data
2) CE mark – year of manufacture
3) TYPE = name of the compressor
CODE = compressor code
SERIAL NO. = serial number of the compressor You have purchased (to be always mentioned when calling for
technical assistance)
4) air delivered by the compressor expressed in (l/min) and (cfm)
5) max. operating pressure (bar and PSI) – compressor noise level in dB(A)
6) electric data: voltage (V/ph), frequency (Hz), absorption (A) - power (HP and kW), rotations per minute (Rpm).
7) other approvals

1 2

3
4 5
6
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GB INSTALLATION
MACHINE DESCRIPTION (fig. 1)
ROTAR BSC screw compressor essentially consists of:
1) Control panel 9) Minimum pressure valve
2) Electrical equipment compartment 10) Oil separator tank
3) Side door 11) Motor
4) Suction compartment 12) Screw compressor
5) Air outlet cock 13) Air filter + Suction regulator
6) Oil-air radiator 14) Motor-screw plate
7) Oil filter + Thermal expansion valve 15) Belt tightening pulley
8) Oil separator filter

3 13
6

7
1 8
9
5
2

15

4 10
14

11
12

Fig. 1

UNPACKING
The compressor should only be lifted either by pallet trucks or fork lift trucks (of suitable lifting capacity, see “technical
features”)
• Check the integrity of the packaging.
• Unpack the machine (paying attention to any instruction on the packaging).
• Check the (outer) good condition of the machine.
• Open the access doors and check all inner parts (visual check)
• Dispose of the packaging in compliance with the current waste disposal regulations.

LIFTING AND HANDLING THE MACHINE

Lift the machine using a fork lift truck and fitting the lift truck arms inside the supporting feet. Fit the anti-vibration
elements into their proper seat and move the machine to the room chosen for its location with maximum care.

LOCATION (FIG. 2)
The room chosen for the installation of the compressor should
meet the following requirements and comply with what specified in
H = 300 cm (min) Fig. 2
the current safety and accident prevention regulations:

A) Low percentage of fine dust.

B) Proper room ventilation and size that allow room temperature
20 cm (min)

(5°C ÷ 45°C) to be maintained - with the machine running.

300 cm (min)

Air intake opening: 2 sq. m (this figure is valid for one compressor).
C) In the event of inadequate hot air discharge, fit the exhaust
fans as high as possible.
Exhaust fan flow rate: 2,000 cu. m/h
Exhaust fan “2,000 cu. m/h” part no. 020041000

NOTE: The dimensions of the spaces are indicative only but it is 50 cm (min)
advisable to follow them as closely as possible.

The condensate is a polluting mixture and should not be disposed

of into the sewage system or wasted in the environment. The sump 90 cm (min)
should be equipped either with a valve and a removable container or
connected to a suitable piece of equipment (oil-water separator, part
no. 048203000). 350 cm (min)
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BEFORE INSTALLING THE MACHINE (FIG.3/4)
Fit the supplied delivery hose (A), positioning the line cock (B).
• Check for right oil level through the filler D (the max. level is reached when the
50 cm oil touches the filler edge). If the oil level is under the MAX. point, top up through
the filler (D).

NEVER MIX DIFFERENT TYPES OF OIL TOGETHER

INSTALLATION (FIG.3)
A B • Position the machine at the final place of installation. Make sure it is stable
and leave at least 50 cm between the machine and the wall so as not to
obstruct proper air flow to the fan.
Position the air tank. Connect the compressor and tank using the supplied
Fig. 3 delivery hose.
Do not fit check valves between compressor and tank.

HOT AIR PIPING

• Hot air comes out from the upper side of the compressor at a temperature 15
D ÷ 35°C greater than the room temperature.
• If the room ventilation is not enough (door/window opening: under 2 sq. m), a
pipe having the same cross-section as the radiator pipe is absolutely necessary.
max This pipe should be equipped with a valve conveying the hot air outside in
min summertime and inside in wintertime, thus using the compressor heat energy as
auxiliary heating unit.
These pipes should not be longer than 4 m. Otherwise, an auxiliary fan should
be installed on the outlet side.

Fig. 4

ELECTRICAL HOOK-UP (fig. 5)

• The mains cable should have a cross-section suitable for the
0 machine power and should include no. 3 phase wires and no. 1 earth
I wire.
• Between the mains cable and the compressor control panel a fused
switch (A) near the point where the cables go into the machine is
A
absolutely necessary.
This switch should be at least 1.7 m from the ground.
• The switch (A) should be easily reached by the operator.
The cables should be of the approved type and installed with the
170 cm (min) following grade of protection: minimum IP54.

NOTE: Follow the instructions in the table to choose proper cable

section.

Fig. 5

P o w er C ab le sectio n (min .) Ab so rb ed cu rren t R elais settin g S w itch

kW mm² Ampere Ampere Ampere

400 V 230 V 400 V 230 V 400 V 230 V 400 V 230 V

B S C 10 7,5 2,5 6 17,5 30 11 19 25 40

B S C 15 11 4 10 24,5 42,4 15,6 27 40 63

B S C 20 15 6 16 31 54 19,7 34,3 50 80

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B S C 10 B S C 15 B S C 20
Pressure bar 8 10 13 8 10 13 8 10 13
Compressor type FS26 TF FS26 TF FS50 TF
Rotation speed rpm 3370 2880 2320 4590 3970 3260 3200 2880 2450
Delivered air l/min 1200 980 800 1630 1430 1100 2200 1900 1550
Oil quantity l 5 5 5
Topping-up oil quantity l 1 1 1
Max. final overtemperature °C 9 13 11
Removed heat kJ/h 25650 37600 51300
Fan capacity m³/h 2000 2000 2000
Oil residues in the air mg/m³ 4 4 4
Motor type M132 B3-B14 M132 B3-B14 M132 B3-B14
Rated power kW 7,5 11 15
Input voltage v/Hz 400 / 50 400 / 50 400 / 50
Auxiliary voltage V/Hz 230-24 / 50 230-24 / 50 230-24 / 50
Electric cabine protection
IP 55 55 55
degree
Insulation class F F F
Current absorption under load
A 17,2 23,3 29,8
conditions
Current absorption at start-
A 36 58 74
up
Overload cutout relay setting A 11 15,5 20
Max. number of starts per
n° 10 10 10
hour
Tim. limits °C 50 50 50
Noise level (1 m) dB(A) 67 69 70
Max. compression
°C 110 110 110
temperature
Safety valve setting bar 14 14 14
Start-up control pressure
bar 1,5 1,5 1,5
switch setting
Dimensions cm 88 x 81 x 68,5 88 x 81 x 68,5 88 x 81 x 68,5
Weight kg 215 215 235
Air outlet bsp 3/4" 3/4" 3/4"

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SETTINGS AND CONTROLS GB
1 Fig. 6

Stand-by
Air Reset
On Alarm
Off

3000h
test
Reset I 0
1000h

3000h

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

CONTROL PANEL
• All compressor power-on-and-off procedures are controlled by the machine power unit. Furthermore, it signals possible
machine problems and gives information on the operation times so that maintenance works can be performed at regular
intervals.

1) Display on which information is displayed.

2) Hour counter key: it displays the machine working hours. A dot shows the time-measurement unit, being this a three-
digit display.
• More precisely, if pressed once, it displays tens of thousands, thousands and hundreds. For example, if 31,7 is
displayed, this is equal to 31,700 working hours.
• If pressed twice and kept pressed for some seconds, the dot disappears and hundreds, tens and units are
displayed, e.g. 754.
• The sum of the two displayed figures gives the total working hours:
1st pressure (31,7) + 2nd pressure 754 = 31,754 hours
The hour counter saves operating time every 10 minutes so that no working hour is lost because of power failure.
3) Oil temperature (°C) display and control key
4) Reset key
5) ON/1 key: to power the machine on. The machine power-on cycle is divided into three phases:
• wait for power-on: the OFF light stays on, whereas the ON light keeps on blinking for about 20 seconds;
• compressor power-on in the “star” mode: the ON light blinks whereas the OFF light is off;
• shift from “star” mode to “delta” mode: the machine starts running at full speed. The ON light stays on.
6) OFF/0 key: to power the machine off, preferably when the machine is running at full speed. Otherwise, it stops the
current function. The power-off cycle lasts about 75 seconds to produce vacuum inside the screw.
7) Emergency stop switch
8) Operation diagram - maintenance memorandum
9) Pressure gauge for line pressure

OPERATION MODE
• When supplied, the machine is set to “AUTOMATIC MODE” by the Manufacturer.
• The compressor operation is controlled by the pressure switch, which stops the machine 1 2
when the max. pressure value is reached and starts it again after the pressure has decreased to
the min. set value.
However, the machine stop is of the delayed type, that is it does not occur exactly at the same OFF
time when the max. pressure value is reached but after a certain time, during which no air is
taken.
• This delay can be changed according to the air need. The controller will automatically perform ON
the proper adjustment. Fig. 7
In this way, the machine is not started more than ten times per hour (being the recommended
number of machine starts = 10).
The compressor is supplied the switch on the power unit back set as shown in Fig. 7.

standard pressure value

Model P. max P. start P.stop
BSC 10-15-20 8 6,5 8
BSC 10-15-20 10 8,5 10
BSC 10-15-20 13 11,5 13

MACHINE RESTART
After a machine power-off due to a blackout or voltage failure, the machine can be restarted by manually switching the ON
switch on the control panel, thanks to some special settings performed by the Manufacturer. The above has been carried out
in full compliance with the current safety standards.
If the compressor has been tampered with in any way, the Manufacturer is not responsible for any damage to people or
objects.

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GB CONTROL FUNCTIONS
ALARM MESSAGES
One of the essential functions of the controller is to warn about possible problems. All messages have a code, each of
them has a precise meaning.
A01 - MAX. OIL TEMPERATURE (110° C)
Compressor jam. Temperature over the pre-set alarm value. Press RESET to silence the alarm. Should the alarm not
disappear, it means that the temperature is still over the limit value.
A02 - OIL TEMPERATURE PRE-ALARM
If the oil temperature goes over the pre-alarm value (105°C). Press RESET. Should the alarm not disappear, it means that
the temperature is still over the limit value.
A03 – MAX. MOTOR TEMPERATURE
Motor temperature relay triggered. Compressor jam. Open the electric box and reset the
machine by pressing A (Fig. 8). Then, press RESET to silence the alarm. Should the message
does not disappear, check for the continuity of terminals 14 and 15 of the power unit (see wiring
diagram).
A04 - WRONG DIRECTION OF ROTATION
Compressor jam: DSF has triggered (see page 32 “First start-up”). After reversing phases in A
the terminal board, silence the alarm by pressing RESET.
A05 - EMERGENCY Fig. 8
The emergency switch has triggered due to a compressor jam. Release the switch and
press RESET. If the message does not disappear, check for the continuity of terminals 14 and
20.
A06 - MACHINE MAINTENANCE PRE-ALARM
Need for ordinary maintenance (the compressor is not stopped) . The alarm should be silenced by the technician
responsible for the machine maintenance when the machine is off by pressing the keys HOUR COUNTER (2), TEMPERA-
TURE (3) and RESET (4) (see fig. 6) together for more than 5 seconds.
A07 - OIL TEMPERATURE FEELER FAULTY
The feeler is faulty. Compressor jam. Have the feeler changed by a specialized technician.
A10 - EEPROM FAULTY
Compressor jam: the EEPROM of the power unit is faulty. Call a specialized technician to change this part. No non-
authorized intervention allowed.
A11 – MIN. OIL TEMPERATURE (-7°C)
Compressor jam. Temperature under the pre-set value. Press RESET to silence the alarm.
Should the alarm not disappear, it means that the temperature is still under the min. temperature threshold by 2°C .

SAFETY AND CONTROL DEVICES (fig.9/10)

1) Pressure switch: adjusts both STOP and START pressure.
2) Min. pressure switch: the compressor does not start if inner pressure is over 1.5 bar.
3) Safety valve: opens the air bleeding unit when the safety value is reached.
4) Screw temperature feeler: stops the compressor when a temperature of +110°C is exceeded.

1 3

Fig. 9 Fig. 10

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 OPERATION GB
TECHNICAL DIAGRAM
1) Intake filter 20
2) Suction regulator
3) Motor X
4) Screw compressor 21
8
5) Thermostat 2 Y
6) Oil separator tank 3 5 9 14
7) Separator filter M
8) Safety valve
7
9) Inner pressure gauge
10) Loadless start pressure switch – normally closed 4
11) Oil thermal expansion valve P
12) Oil radiator 10
13) Oil filter 6
1 17
14) Check and min. pressure valve
15) Air radiator 11
16) Cutoff cock 13 15
17) Oil drain cock 18
18) Line pressure gauge 12
19) Service pressure switch – normally closed 19
P
20) Control solenoid valve – normally open 16
Fig. 11
21) One-way drain valve
X) One-way loadless by-pass valve
Y) Oil drain throttle

OPERATION PRINCIPLE
• At first start-up, the motor
starts in the “star” configuration. In
this phase the compressor starts
slowly, the solenoid valve (1) is open
and the suction regulator (2) is
closed.
• The compressor preserves
this condition for 5-7 seconds
• Once this time has elapsed,
the motor is started in “delta” mode:
the solenoid valve (1) is powered
and it closes thus allowing the
suction regulator (2) - sucking
atmospheric air from the filter (3) - to
open.
• In this phase the compressor
runs at full speed and begins to
compress air into the tank (4).
• The compressed air cannot
come out from the minimum
pressure valve (12) set at 3÷4 bar.
Fig. 12
• The compressed air
compresses the oil in the tank (4)
and forces it to flow towards the tube (5).
• If the oil temperature is below 71°C, the oil from the tube (5) flows directly to the compressor (11) through the tube (9)
passing through the filter (7).
• If the oil temperature exceeds 71°C the thermal expansion valve sends the oil to the tube (6) thus flowing directly to
the compressor (11) through the radiator (10) and the tubes (6) (8) and (9) passing through the filter (7).
• The oil reaches the compressor (11) mixing with the intake air and creating an air/oil mixture which ensures the seal
and the lubrication of the moving parts of the compressor.
• The air/oil mixture returns to the tank (4) where the air is pre-separated through spinning and is finally separated from
the oil by the oil separator filter (13).
• From the tank (4) only air comes out, which reaches the oil-air radiator (10) through the tube (14) and the network
through the cut-off cock (15).
• The remaining quantity of oil on the bottom of the oil separator filter (13) flows back to the compressor (11) through
the drain tube (16).

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GB START-UP
START-UP PRELIMINARIES
Before starting the machine for the first time, check that:
• The mains voltage is the same as the voltage on the
manufacturer’s plate.
• The electric connections have been made using cables
of proper cross-section.
• The (wall) main power switch has suitable capacity.
• The oil level is over the minimum level (see fig. 4). Top up
with the same type of oil if necessary (Shell Corena D)
• The air outlet cock is completely open

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Connect the tank with a hose Fig. 13

Remove the base fastening bracket before starting the

compressor (fig. 13).

FIRST START-UP (FIG. 14)

• Only specialized technicians can start the compressor (on-site
testing) for the first time.

If at this stage the machine does not start and the display shows
the alarm message A04, power off the compressor, open the electric
box door and reverse the phase position in the terminal board.

Close the door. Before re-starting the machine, unscrew the rear
door and visually check for proper motor direction of rotation.
Keep safety distance from the compressor. Once the direction of
rotation has been checked, stop the compressor and fit the rear
door.

IN CASE OF ELECTRIC MOTOR REPLACEMENT, THE

Fig. 14
DIRECTION OF ROTATION MUST BE VISUALLY CHECKED WHEN
RE-STARTING THE MACHINE.

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 MAINTENANCE GB
Before servicing the machine always perform the following
• Press the machine automatic stop button.
• Power the machine off by means of the wall outer switch (do not press the emergency stop button).
• Close the line cock.
• Make sure that no compressed air is inside the oil separator tank by
turning the cock A anticlockwise and bleed all air off (fig. 17).
A Fig. 15

AFTER THE FIRST 100 WORKING HOURS

1) Check the oil level (see next paragraph): top up with the same type of oil
if necessary.
2) Check for proper screw tightening: in particular the power electric
connection screws.
3) Visually check that all fittings seal properly.
4) Check room temperature

EVERY 100 WORKING HOURS

Oil level check (fig. 15).
• Every 100 working hours an oil level check is recommended.
• Always blow off air from the oil separator tank before topping up: oil
slowly unscrew the cock A until all air comes out and then screw it again. oil
• The max. level is reached when the oil touches the filler edge D. oil
Whereas the pilot light C shows that the oil min. level will be reached soon. max
• When checking the oil level, if the pilot light C is not COMPLETELY min
“full” top up with fresh oil through the filler D up to the max. level.
D C
• The amount of oil necessary for topping up from the minimum level to
the maximum level is about 1 lt.
Fig. 16
EVERY 300 WORKING HOURS
Clean air suction filter (fig. 16).
• Clean the air filter from the inside towards the outside using compressed air: CHECK
AGAINST THE LIGHT FOR POSSIBLE CUTS: REPLACE THE FILTER IF ANY.
• The filter cartridge and the cover should be assembled with care, so that no dust goes
into the compression unit.
CHANGE THE AIR FILTER AFTER THREE CLEANINGS (EVERY 1,200 WORKING HOURS).

EVERY 2,000 WORKING HOURS

Change oil (fig.15/17)
• Change the oil every 2,000 w.h. - when the compressor temperature is over 70°C.
• Bleed off the pressure inside the oil separator tank through the cock A.
• Connect the supplied hose to the cock B (on the upper part of the tank).
• Unscrew the plug of the filler D and open the ball cock B, then let all oil Fig. 17
flow into a collection container.
• When finished, close the cock B and withdraw the hose. A
• Pour fresh oil from the filler D - quantity for complete filling: abt. 5 lt.
B
• Close the plug.
• Power the machine on.
• Start the machine and wait for 5 minutes, then stop the machine.
• Blow all air off.
• Wait for 3 minutes and check the oil level, top up if necessary
oil
Replace oil filter (fig.18)
Change the filter at any oil change with the tank NOT under pressure.
Always apply some oil on filter edge and seal before refitting the filter.
When changing oil, a different type of oil may be selected. Use the new oil for all
following topping ups. Suggested oils for screw compressor: Fig. 18

SHELL CORENA D
MOBIL D.T.E. MEDIUM
AGIP DICREA 46
CASTROL AIRCOL MR46
IP VERETUM OIL 46
ESSO UNIVIS 46
BP ENERGOL HLP 46
FINA EOLAN R046

THE EXHAUSTED OIL IS HIGHLY POLLUTANT! For its disposal comply with the
current laws on environmental protection.
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GB MAINTENANCE
Replace oil separator filter (fig.18/19)
The oil separator filter cannot be cleaned but
B
should be replaced at any oil change. However, do
not exceed 2,000 working hours.
Pay attention to the pressure level on the
pressure gauge (B) (fig. 19). If the machine is
running at full speed (e.g. max. P 10 bar on the
pressure gauge of the control panel) and the
pressure is 1 bar higher than max. value (=11 bar),
you MUST change the filter even if the interval
suggested for such a change has not gone by.
• Blow off all compressed air through the
cock (A) (see fig. 20).
• Turn anticlockwise to unscrew the filter (fig.
18). Fig. 18 Fig. 19
• After having slightly greased the oil
separator filter seal and O-ring, fit the new filter by
turning clockwise.

EVERY MONTH
Drain the condensate A
• Oil separator tank (fig. 20).
The oil/air mixture cooling is set at a higher temperature with respect to the B
dew point of the air. However, the condensate in the oil cannot be fully removed.
Drain the condensate once a month before starting the compressor: open the
cock B and close it as soon as oil begins to flow out instead of water.
Check the oil level and top up if necessary (see page 34).
• Outer air tank oil +
water
Open the drain valve under the air tank by turning anti-clockwise and use a
suitable container to collect the condensate. Close the valve when only air
starts coming out. Fig. 20
CONDENSATE IS A POLLUTING MIXTURE! Therefore, it should not be
disposed of into the sewage system. For its disposal comply with the
current laws on environmental protection.

EVERY YEAR
Clean radiators
The radiator is highly efficient with a limited clogging degree.
However, in case of abnormal overheating, a check for filter clogging 2
once a year is recommended.
To clean the radiators, proceed as follows: 1
• remove the rear and upper panels of the compressor chamber;
• position a protection plastic sheet under the radiator unit; A
• spray (spray gun + solvent) from the outside towards the
inside;
• check for proper air flow through the radiators. Fig. 21

EVERY 12,000 WORKING HOURS

Check minimum pressure valve (fig.21)
• Close line cock.
• Bleed all air off the oil separator tank through the cock A. A
• Remove flange fastening nuts and lift the flange. B
• Replace seals.
1) part no. 010083000
2) part no. 010082000 D

B
Replace hoses (fig.22)
• Replace all hoses (air and oil)
Replace the hoses when changing the oil. Loosen the fittings of the hoses,
replace the hoses and tighten the fittings. Follow last stages of the instructions
on the oil change. C
A - Thermal expansion valve hose-screw
B - Thermal expansion valve hose-radiator
C - Oil separator tank hose-thermal expansion valve
D - Min. pressure valve hose-radiator
Fig. 22

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 TROUBLE-SHOOTING GB
T R OU B L E C AU S E R E ME D Y

Motor stop through thermal Voltage too low Check voltage, press Reset and restart
relay
Motor overtemperature Check motor absorpti on and relay setti ng. If absorpti on i s Ok,
press Reset and restart. If compressor does not start at once,
allow some mi nutes and then try agai n

Hi gh oi l consumpti on Drai n system faulty Check oi l drai nage tube and nort-retum valve

Oi l level too hi gh Check oi llevel and drai n, i f necessary

Oi l separator fi lter broken Replace oi l separator fi lter

Oi l separator fi lter seals Replace seals

leaki ng

Oi lleaki ng through sucti on Sucti on regulator does not Check for proper operati on of regulator and solenoi d valve
fi lter close

Safety valve open Pressure too hi gh Check pressure swi tch setti ngs

Sucti on regulator does not Check for proper operati on of regulator and solenoi d valve
close at the end of the cycle

Oi l separator fi lter clogged Check for proper pressure di fference between li ne and oi l
separator tank. Replace oi l separator fi lter i f necessary

Machi ne jam through Room temperature too hi gh Improve room venti lati on. Press reset and restart
Thermostat due to hi ght
temperature
Radi ator clogged Clean radi ator wi th solvent

Oi llevel too low Add oil

Thermal expansi on valve faulty Replace thermal expansi on element. Press Reset and restar

Low compressor performance Ai r fi lter di rty or clogged Clean or replace fi lter

Compressor does not Regulator closed. It can't open Remove fi lter and check whether regulator can be opened by
compress ai r whi le worki ng because i t i s di rty or openi ng hand. Remove and clean, i f necessary. Ensure that si gnal i s
command i s not recei ved avai lable between pressure swi tch and solenoi d valve.
Replace damaged part, i f necessary.

Compressor compresses ai r Regulator open. It can't close Remove and clean regulator. Ensure that si gnal i s avai lable
even when max. pressure because i t i s di rty or closi ng between pressure swi tch and solenoi d valve. Replace
value has been exceeded command i s not recei ved damaged part, i f necessary.

Pressure swi tch faulty Check for proper operati on and setti ng of pressure swi tch

Compressor does not restart Mi n. pressure valve does not Remove valve, clean and replace seali ng element
close properly

Compressor can be hardly Voltage too low Check mai ns voltage

started Room temperature too low Warm up worki ng room

Oi l i nto cabi net Tubes leaki ng Ti ghten fi tti ngs and/or replace damaged tubes
Front flange leaki ng Remove seal ri ng and replace

Alarm messages (A01 to A 11) : see li st on page 8 for detai ls

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GB WIRING DIAGRAM

L1 FU1 TC1 0 3
SB 3 4
FU6
R L2
L11
230 FU3 02 2 3 KM1 KM2 KM3 YV SP1 FU5
24 P KM1
S L3 FU2L31 0 FU4
014 4
5 6 7 8
FU4
10
T FU5 TC2 KM3 KM2 HL SP2 FU3
11 12 P
L22
PE 13 FU2
4
A FU6 L32 16 FU1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
16 J
D 19
12 13 141516 17 1819 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 02 J1
2
KM1 KM2 KM3 014 J1
20 19 18 14
PE
ST 3
FR FR YV
8
15
014 06 24 1 024
w1
M
w2 L3 Linea / Line
v1
3 u2
L2
u1 v2
L1
PE Terra / Heart

B S C 10 B S C 15 B S C 20

R e f. D escrip tio n V230 V400 V230 V400 V230 V400

TC1 Transformer Prim.0/230/400 Sec.0/230/0/24

TC2 Transformer Prim.0/230/400 Sec.0/6

SB Emergency button

FU1 - FU2 Fuses 6,3 x 32 4A (primary TC1)

FU3 Fuses 6,3 x 32 4A (secondary)

FU4 Fuses 6,3 x 32 1A (controller)

FU5 - FU6 Fuses 6,3 x 32 1A primary TC2)

KM1 Line contactor 11KW* 5,5KW* 11KW* 7,5KW* 18,5KW* 11KW*

KM2 Delta contactor 11KW* 5,5KW* 11KW* 7,5KW* 18,5KW* 11KW*

KM3 Star contactor 7,5KW* 4KW* 11KW* 7,5KW* 15KW* 7,5KW*

FR Thermal relay (manual reset) 17-22 9-12 22-32 11-16 28-40 17-22

YV Solenoid valve 15VA

SP1 Min pressure switch

SP2 Service pressure switch

D Electronic controller

ST Thermal feeler

HL Presetting for remote controlled signal

Jumper for remote start/stop and/or

J
pressure check

J1 Jumper for remote emergengy stop check

Motor cross-section (mm²) 7x4 7x2,5 7x6 7x2,5 7x10 7x4

* = 400V AC3

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