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Sullair DE-18 User Manual

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USER MANUAL
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OMPRESSOR
DE-18 T
III S
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ERIES
1550
CFM
PART NUMBER:
02250179-834 R00
KEEP FOR
FUTURE
WARRANTY NOTICE
REFERENCE
SULLAIR CORPORATION
©
Failure to follow the instructions
The information in this manual is current
and procedures in this manual or,
as of its publication date, and applies to
misuse of this equipment will
compressor serial number:
VOID its warranty!
200809010000
and all subsequent serial numbers.

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL OMPRESSOR DE-18 T III S ERIES 1550 PART NUMBER: 02250179-834 R00 KEEP FOR FUTURE WARRANTY NOTICE REFERENCE SULLAIR CORPORATION © Failure to follow the instructions The information in this manual is current and procedures in this manual or,...
  • Page 2 MANDATORY TO MAINTAIN WARRANTY DE-18 SHUT DOWN / PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE MANDATORY – IF MACHINE IS NO LONGER IN SERVICE AND IS TO BE REMOVED FROM JOBSITE OR RETURNED TO YARD. THE FOLLOWING SERVICE IS TO BE PERFORMED WITHIN 24 – 48 HOURS OF SHUT DOWN. THIS PROCESS MUST BE DOCUMENTED.
  • Page 4 AIR CARE SEMINAR TRAINING Sullair Air Care Seminars are courses that provide hands-on instruction for the proper operation, maintenance, and servicing of Sullair products. Individual seminars on portable compressors and compressor electrical systems are offered at regular intervals throughout the year at Sullair’s corporate headquarters training facility located at Michigan City, Indiana.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    SECTION 2—INSTALLATION PARKING OR MOUNTING OF COMPRESSOR VENTILATION AND COOLING SERVICE AIR CONDENSATE PIPING FLUID LEVEL CHECK SECTION 3—SPECIFICATIONS DE-18 SERIES COMPRESSOR PACKAGE LUBRICATION GUIDE SECTION 4—COMPRESSOR SYSTEMS INTRODUCTION DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS COMPRESSOR UNIT, FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION AIR INLET SYSTEM, FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS COMPRESSOR LOAD/UNLOAD CAPACITY CONTROL SYSTEM, FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION COMPRESSOR COOLING AND SILENCING SYSTEM, FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION COMPRESSOR LUBRICATION SYSTEM, FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION BUFFER AIR SYSTEM, FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM, FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 4.10 SYSTEM DIAGRAMS SECTION 5—CONTROLLER DESCRIPTION FEATURES: PARAMETER/STATUS DISPLAY EMS 547 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION AND PARAMETER SET-UP.
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 8—NOISE CONTROL NOISE EMISSIONS WARRANTY TAMPERING WITH THE NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM IS PROHIBITED NOISE EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD SECTION 9—TROUBLESHOOTING INTRODUCTION CALIBRATION...
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  • Page 9: General

    ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL. GENERAL CAUTION Sullair Corporation designs and manufactures all of Estimated hose life based on a 5-day 8-hour its products so they can be operated safely. work week is 3 years. These conditions However, the responsibility for safe operation rests exist on an 8-hour shift only.
  • Page 10 SECTION 1 A. Prior to hitching the air compressor to the tow G. If provided, make sure chain length, brake and vehicle, inspect all attachment parts and equip- electrical interconnections provide sufficient ment, checking for (i) signs of excessive wear or slack to prevent strain when cornering and corrosion, (ii) parts that are cracked, bent, maneuvering, yet are supported so they cannot...
  • Page 11 SECTION 1 Make sure tires are in good condition and are the according to posted speed limits, weather, traffic, size (load range) specified and are inflated to the road or terrain conditions: specified pressures. DO NOT change the tire 1. Two axle four-wheel or three axle six-wheel size or type.

  • Page 12: Pressure Release

    SECTION 1 E. Set parking brakes and disconnect breakaway wheeled jack as you would for the standard switch cable and all other interconnecting electri- screw jack. Raise the screw jack to its full upright position and pull the pin connecting the jack to cal and/or brake connections, if provided.

  • Page 13: Fire And Explosion

    SECTION 1 be connected to the manifold to reduce pressure excess pressure and make sure coolant is not in case of hose failure. boiling before removing cap completely. Remove radiator filler cap only when cool enough to touch D. Provide an appropriate flow-limiting valve for with a bare hand.

  • Page 14: Moving Parts

    SECTION 1 acoustical material, clean all surfaces and then hot exhaust system surfaces when operating the replace acoustical material. Any acoustical mate- compressor in forested areas. rial with a protective covering that has been torn O. Ethyl ether used in diesel engine ether starting or punctured should be replaced immediately to aid systems is extremely flammable.

  • Page 15: Hot Surfaces, Sharp Edges And Sharp Corners

    SECTION 1 TOXIC AND IRRITATING D. Keep access doors closed except when making SUBSTANCES repairs or adjustments, performing service or when starting or stopping the compressor. A. DO NOT use air from this compressor for respi- E. Make sure all personnel are out of and clear of ration (breathing) except in full compliance with the compressor prior to attempting to start or OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1920 and any other...

  • Page 16: Electrical Shock

    SECTION 1 LIFTING is spilled on skin or clothing, immediately flush with large quantities of water. A. If the compressor is provided with a lifting bail, H. Ethyl ether used in diesel engine ether starting then lift by the bail provided. If no bail is provided, aid systems is toxic, harmful or fatal if swallowed.

  • Page 17: Jump Starting

    SECTION 1 else secure the access door in the open position K. Place the starting vehicle in neutral or park, turn to avoid the possibility of others closing and pos- off all non-essential accessory electrical loads and start its engine. sibly latching the door with personnel inside.

  • Page 18: Implementation Of Lockout/Tagout

    SECTION 1 normal idle RPM, disconnect the jumper cable reservoir tanks. Lockout or tag lines or from the engine block in the compressor, then valves. disconnect the other end of this same cable from b. Any mechanism under tension or pres- the grounded negative (NEG) (-) terminal of the sure, such as springs, should be battery in the starting vehicle.

  • Page 19: California

    SECTION 1 1.13 CALIFORNIA d. ensured that the “Authorized” person is PROPOSITION 65 notified of lock removal before returning to work. 2. Tagout System—Tags are warning devices WARNING affixed at points of power disconnect and are not to be removed by anyone other that the person placing tag on power lockout.

  • Page 20: Symbols And References

    SECTION 1 1.14 SYMBOLS AND REFERENCES The symbols below may or may not be used. Please refer to the decals set forth on the machine for applicable symbols. Safety Symbols-1...
  • Page 21 SECTION 1 Safety Symbols-2...
  • Page 22 SECTION 1 Safety Symbols-3...

  • Page 23: Parking Or Mounting Of Compressor

    DE-18 USER MANUAL Section 2 INSTALLATION PARKING OR MOUNTING OF (approximately 48,000 CFM [1358 m3/min]). The COMPRESSOR maximum allowable ambient temperature is 115°F (46°C). Heat rejection surrounding Park or mount compressor on a level surface, if environment can be up to 32,000 BTU/min.

  • Page 24: Fluid Level Check

    SECTION 2 FLUID LEVEL CHECK The compressor lube circuit is supplied with the proper charge of Sullair AWF lube oil. Two sight glasses, located at the sump end, indicate the level of lubricant in the sump. The following guideline for...

  • Page 25: Series Compressor Package

    DE-18 USER MANUAL Section 3 SPECIFICATIONS DE-18 SERIES COMPRESSOR PACKAGE Table 3-1: Overall Specifications Length Width Height Weight (dry) Weight (wet) Model Series Without Running 5791 2235 2489 23200 10523 25000 11340 Gear With Running Gear 263.9 6703 2235 114.1...
  • Page 26 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 3 Table 3-3: Engine Specifications Fuel Consumption @ Make Caterpillar 28.4 gph (107.5 L/h) full load Model C-15 Tier 3 245 gal (927 L) Fuel Tank Capacity Displacement Engine Oil Capacity 40 qt (37.9 L) 828 in (15.2 L)

  • Page 27: Lubrication Guide

    SECTION 3 DE-18 USER MANUAL LUBRICATION GUIDE DE-18 Series compressors are factory filled with Sullair AWF oil. WARNING Mixing of other lubricants within the com- pressor unit will void all warranties! Lubricant should be checked/changed every 1,500 hours or once a year, whichever comes first. The...
  • Page 28 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 3 Figure 3-1: Part 1 of 2 Typical Identification (See Figure 3-2 for Part 2)
  • Page 29 SECTION 3 DE-18 USER MANUAL Figure 3-1: Part 1 of 2 Typical Identification (See Figure 3-2 for Part 2) PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: A1: EXHAUST A2: RADIATOR FILL CAP LOCATION A3: PACKAGE LIFTING EYES (4) A4: ENCLOSED LIFTING LUGS A5: SKID LIFTING LUGS (4X) A6: 2”...
  • Page 30 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 3 Figure 3-2: Part 2 of 2 Typical Identification (See Also Figure 3-1)
  • Page 31 SECTION 3 DE-18 USER MANUAL Figure 3-2: Part 1 of 2 Typical Identification (See Figure 3-2 for Part 2) PART NO. DESCRIPTION A28: BUTTON: EMERGENCY STOP A29: CIRCUIT BREAKER: BATTERY HEATER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION A30: CIRCUIT BREAKER: CONDENSATE HEATER ELECTRICAL CONNEC-...
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  • Page 33 DE-18 USER MANUAL Section 4 COMPRESSOR SYSTEMS Figure 4-1: Component Location A1. Engine coolant Drain A18. Spare Drain A2. Engine Oil Drain A19. 4” NPT Aftercooled Air Discharge A3. Fuel Drain A20. Water Separator A4. Water Condensate Drain (Do Not Plug) A21.

  • Page 34: Introduction

    The Sullair compressor unit is driven by an industrial Sullair compressor in top condition. diesel...

  • Page 35: Compressor Unit, Functional Description

    COMPRESSOR UNIT, driveline assembly to be supported by soft, vibration FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION isolating rubberized mounts. DE-18 Series compressors feature a two-stage, oil Figure 4-3: Load/Unload Capacity Control System...

  • Page 36: Air Inlet System, Functional Description

    DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 4 AIR INLET SYSTEM, DEFAULT STATES FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION Default states for the inlet valve and blowdown subsystems are closed and fully open respectively. Refer to Figure 4-2. The compressor inlet system The inlet control and blowdown control solenoids are...
  • Page 37 SECTION 4 DE-18 USER MANUAL Figure 4-5: Silencing/Discharge Air and Cooling Systems 1. Temperature 6—(T6) 9. Pressure Relief Valve 2. Low Pressure Stage Compressor 10. Blowdown Valve 3. High Pressure Stage Compressor 11. High Pressure Heat Exchanger 4. Mounted to Lifting Bail 12.

  • Page 38: Compressor Cooling And Silencing System, Functional

    DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 4 FULL LOAD MODE, • 70 TO 150 PSIG (4.8- actuator retract position and closing the inlet butterfly valve. The same signal will close (de-energize) the 10.3 BARG) blowdown solenoid, removing LP pilot air pressure After five minutes at 1400 RPM, or the engine from the pneumatic blowdown valve, opening the coolant temperature reaches 130°F, the controller...

  • Page 39: Compressor Lubrication System, Functional Description

    FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION A small supply of cooled, compressed air is taken Refer to Figure 4-6 and Figure 4-7. The DE-18 downstream of the aftercooler moisture separator, Series Compressor delivers oil-free compressed air, and used to feed the buffer air system. This...
  • Page 40 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 4 Figure 4-7: Piping and Instrumentation Diagram...

  • Page 41: System Diagrams

    SECTION 4 DE-18 USER MANUAL Figure 4-8: Fuel and Coolant System 4.10 SYSTEM DIAGRAMS The system P&I diagram is shown in Figure 4-12 (compressor) and Figure 4-13 (engine). This diagram Refer to Figure 4-12, Figure 4-13 and Figure 4-9 provides an understanding of how the various through Figure 4-14.
  • Page 42 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 4 Figure 4-9: Wiring Diagram-Main...
  • Page 43 SECTION 4 DE-18 USER MANUAL Figure 4-9: Wiring Diagram-Main PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES: A1- CIRCUIT BREAKER #1 A1- CIRCUIT BREAKER #1 A3- GROUND TO GROUNDING STUD A4- CIRCUIT BREAKER #2 A5- INLET #2 A6- GROUND TO GROUNDING STUD #2 A7- CIRCUIT BREAKER #3...
  • Page 44 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 4 Figure 4-10: Wiring Diagram-Heater System...
  • Page 45 SECTION 4 DE-18 USER MANUAL Figure 4-11: Wiring Diagram-Drains...
  • Page 46 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 4 Figure 4-12: Compressor Piping and Instrumentation Diagram...
  • Page 47 SECTION 4 DE-18 USER MANUAL Figure 4-12: Compressor Piping and Instrumentation Diagram DESCRIPTION Pre-Filter, Air Valve, Butterfly 8” Cylinder, Hydraulic 2” Stroke Valve, Pneumatic Blowdown Unit, First Stage Manifold, Silencer Intercooler, Air-Cooled Aftercooler, Air-Cooled Unit Second Stage Silencer, Air 4” Flanged Filter, Air Control line Separator, Water Comb 4”...
  • Page 48 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 4 Figure 4-13: Engine Piping and Instrumentation Diagram...
  • Page 49 SECTION 4 DE-18 USER MANUAL Figure 4-13: Compressor Piping and Instrumentation Diagram DESCRIPTION 3-Way Valve Turbocharger, Compressor Air to Air Cooler Flex Hose Silencer Valve, Drain 1-1/8—12 UNF Fuel Level Sender 16” Rain Cap, Exhaust System Fuel Filter w/ Water Separator...
  • Page 50 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 4 Figure 4-14: Air Stop System Wiring Diagram - Option...
  • Page 51 DE-18 USER MANUAL Section 5 CONTROLLER Figure 5-1: Control Panel...

  • Page 52: Description

    DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 DESCRIPTION Stop· Used to stop the compressor package. Reset- Used to clear a warning or shutdown The control system consists of a Murphy EMS 547 condition. engine controller and an MDDM that receives data from a CAT diesel engine, The panel also includes E·Stop- Used to immediately shut down the...

  • Page 53: Ems 547 Sequence Of Operation And Parameter Set-Up

    Murphy C277 module that receives data from the Cooldown Delay is timing. thermocouples. The system is powered by the 24VDC cranking battery. The CAT engine is driving a SHUTDOWN- This message will be displayed while Sullair 2 stage oil free screw air compressor. The...
  • Page 54 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 controller will enable outputs at the appropriate times controller will be in the STANDBY state. 10 seconds for starting, running, stopping and controlling the load later the Cat ECM power relay will be energized. The as measured by the discharge pressure.
  • Page 55 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL The engine speed will be controlled by the PTO used to adjust the overall gain or speed of the increase and PTO decreases speed outputs to throttling system. maintain the discharge pressure at the setpoint The Throttle Feedback Delay (P-18 adjustment) is pressure.
  • Page 56 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 MASTER/SLAVE COMMUNICATIONS 9. Go to slave #1 and change the "setup lock- out (S-7) to ~Yes. AND CONTROLS 10. Set slave # (S-8) to SLVl (SLVl is the first slave, SLV2 is the second slave, etc.) WARNING 11.
  • Page 57 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL 21. This documentation describes the intercom- the Slave Communications Address (S-8 adjustment) munications multiple units hooked set to “Independent this is also the only way to start together through their EMS547's Port 4 and stop the unit. Also, while a Unit is under local (RS232)(Converted to RS485 and accessi- control the Master may not start and stop the unit.
  • Page 58 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 put on the end of the sequencing list and the other TION THE MACHINE WILL START-UP units shift towards the first (Lead Unit) position. UPON COMPLETING STEP 13 There are diagnostic displays in the Line 1 Selection 13.
  • Page 59 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL wait for the next start signal. ON until the user does a RESET SHUTDOWN SEQUENCE NOTE Upon a compressor/EMS 547 generated shutdown, the shutdown output to the RUN ENABLE (CAT ECM Only on a CAT generated shutdown will the and MDDM) will be de-energized to shutdown the CAT ECM and the MDDM stay powered.
  • Page 60 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 CONTROLLER INPUTS AND OUTPUTS EMS547 Inputs and Outputs Input 547 PIN 547 Pin Capability Signal Type Description Analog 1-5 VDC Discharge Pressure P2 Analog Input #4 Analog Internal to S547 Battery Voltage Analog Input #0...
  • Page 61 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL C267 I NPUTS UTPUTS 247 PIN 247 Pin Capability Input Use Signal Type Description Digital Transistor Spare J1-1 Output #7 Digital Transistor Compressor fault light J1-2 Output #5 Digital Transistor Compressor alarm light J1-3 Output #3...
  • Page 62 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 C277 I NPUTS UTPUTS 277 PIN 277 Pin Capability Input Use Signal Type Description RS485 RS485 PORT A RS485 RS485 PORT B RS485 RS485 PORT C Power Power Power 4-20mA T1 1st stage discharge temp.
  • Page 63 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL 5.4.6 SETPOINT ADJUSTMENTS Microcontroller into "PROGRAM SELECT MODE" as described above. You may then press the Access to the System variables: An ENTRY CODE UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW keys as necessary NUMBER is necessary to set the Micro-Controller to to advance forward or backward through the the PROGRAM SELECT MODE.
  • Page 64 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 to the 150 PSI mode, see the Pressure selected in P- UMBER ETTINGS 65 for its current value. Note: Where a setting has an x/y values, the value of x refers to the 135 PSI mode and the value of y refers “P”...
  • Page 65 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL “P” Number Description Range Default Setting 0-500 Sec P-11 Warmup setpt 0-600 Sec 300/480 P-12 Cooldn DLY 0-2000 RPM 1400 P-13 Min RPM 0-2000 RPM 1840 P-14 Max RPM 0-100 RPM P-15 Min RPM DB...
  • Page 66 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 “P” Number Description Range Default Setting -150-200 F T6 PERM Compressor oil temperature must P-42 rise above this setpoint to start the compressor. -1000-100% LO Fuel L AL (-1000=alarm P-43 disable) -1000-100% LO Fuel L SD (-1000=shutdown...
  • Page 67 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL “P” Number Description Range Default Setting 0-1000 Sec C267 CM Fail P-62 (0=disabled) 0-1000 Sec C277 CM Fail P-63 (0=disabled) 135 PSI / 150 PSI MAX PRS@ Only change pressure mode when the engine is not running. Change the “setup lockout (S-7) to “YES”.
  • Page 68 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 (CODE 64) UMBER ETTINGS “S” Number Description Range Default Setting Circle=exit I1-4 XXXX I5-12 XXXX Line 1 select XXXX O1-7 XXXX XXX 100-300 SPSI P2 offset 0-500 PSI P2 Max 0-20 Sec Drain open 0-600 Sec...
  • Page 69 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL DISPLAYS T4 xxx F T5 xxx F MAIN DISPLAYS T6 xxx F P2 xxx PSI *ENG OIL xxx PSI SET PRS xxx PSI *LOAD xXX.x % *ENG xxxx RPM *CAT STS STS: STATUS CAT STATUS...
  • Page 70 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 HUTDOWN LARM Class SD/AL Description Source TB2-16, 17 & 18 (S547-Port 3 - C267-AN5) T6 START NOT PRM Low temperature alarm. (See P-42) Internal Engine has not started after specified crank attempts OVERCRANK (See P-3) TB1-41 &...
  • Page 71 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL Class SD/AL Description Source (S547-Port 3 - C277-AN3-RS485) HI T3 SD High temperature shutdown (See P-35) If P-35 is set to zero, alarm only. (S547-Port 3 - C277-AN4-RS485) HI T4 AL High temperature alarm (See P-36)
  • Page 72 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 5 Class SD/AL Description Source TB1-24, 25 & 26 (S547-Port 1-AN4) LST ANLG P2 SD Lost analog signal for transducer2 TB1-33, 34 & 35 (S547-Port 1-AN7) Lost analog signal for transducer2 SD only if both LST ANLG P3 AL P3 and P4 are lost) TB1-15, 16 &...
  • Page 73 SECTION 5 DE-18 USER MANUAL UMBER ETTINGS “S” Number Description Range Default Setting CIRCLE = EXIT AN0: XXX AN1: XXX AN2: XXX AN3: XXX AN4: XXX AN5: XXX LINE 1 SELECT AN6: XXX AN7: XXX I1-4 XXXX I5-12 XXXX XXXX...
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  • Page 75: General

    Section 6 COMPRESSOR OPERATION GENERAL indicators their purpose, location, and use. While Sullair has built into the DE-18 Series compressor package a comprehensive array of WARNING controls and indicators to help assure proper operation, the user should recognize and interpret...

  • Page 76: Starting Sequence

    DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 6 CONTROL OR INDICATOR PURPOSE SUMP SIGHT GLASS Two sight glasses, located at the sump end, indicate the level of lubricant in the sump. The following guideline for oit level should be used: Compressor stopped: Oil level should reach 25-100% of the upper sight glass.

  • Page 77: Normal Stopping Sequence

    MANDATORY TO MAINTAIN WARRANTY the panel door. For additional flash code description, refer to the Engine Operator's manuaL DE-18 SHUT DOWN / PREVENTIVE MAIN- COMPRESSOR SHUTDOWN: TENANCE PROCEDURE If any of the compressor shutdown settings are MANDATORY –...

  • Page 78: Cold Weather Operation

    OPERATION (T6), and batteries warm, and will also keep the condensate from freezing in the water trap and The DE-18 was designed for operation in severe cold drains. environments. There are three sub-systems of the An ether starting aid system is also installed on the cold weather equipment.

  • Page 79: General

    The coolant provided with Sullair portable air control panel be made to assure that the compressor compressors is ethylene glycol based, 50/50 mixture, is running properly.

  • Page 80: Maintenance Every 250 Hours

    8. Check/clean the blowdown valve control line 15000 HOURS OR TWO screen. YEARS OF OPERATION 9. When using fluids other than Sullair AWF, change the compressor fluid and replace the In addition to those items covered by the 7500 hour fluid filter element.

  • Page 81: Tion

    NOTE DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE (OPTIONAL) Sullair and its representatives offer a diagnostic Thrust bearings should be lubricated at service to check the condition of your compressor least once every 12 months or more fre- unit.
  • Page 82 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 7 AIR FILTER INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE 4. Replace the pre-filter element with new ele- ment. NOTE: pre-filter can be cleaned by ELEMENT INSPECTION washing with water. Refer to Figure 7-2. Place a bright light on one side 5. Replace the main element with new element.
  • Page 83 SECTION 7 DE-18 USER MANUAL CONTROL LINE FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to Figure 7-4. Control line filter (P/N 02250112- 032) maintenance normally requires replacement of the filter element, float assembly and seals. Use repair kit no. 02250112-031 (filter element and seal), and repair kit no.
  • Page 84 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 7 1. Detach the body from the bowl by twisting the body about the bowl as far as it can go (approximately 1/8 turn), and pulling apart. 2. At this time, unscrew the baffle from the body.
  • Page 85 SECTION 7 DE-18 USER MANUAL 3. Remove cover bolts, cover and plunger dia- COIL REPLACEMENT phragm assembly. Care should be taken to avoid distorting or stretching the hanger CAUTION spring between the plunger and diaphragm assembly. 4. Remove cover bolts, cover, (or plunger tube When metal retaining clip disengages it will &...
  • Page 86 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 7 REPLACEMENT OF ELEMENT 5. Reassemble in reverse order. BLOWDOWN VALVE MAINTENANCE 1. Unscrew filter from vent line. 2. Replace with a new filter. Refer to Figure 7-7. The blowdown valve (P/N 02250119-351) vents air to atmosphere in unload mode.
  • Page 87 (10:00 position). (See Figure 7-11) 02250122·521· KIT, REPAIR REDUCING REG VALVE* NOTE: KIT TO BE USED TO REPAIR SULLAIR P/N 02250100-362 Figure 7-9: Reducing Regulator AIR INLET VALVE ADJUSTMENT The air inlet valve may need adjusting during the life of the machine.

  • Page 88: Stand-By Procedures

    *NOTE - With hydraulic cylinder fully opened pressure. It is important that certain procedures are make sure that lever on Butterfly Shaft followed to maintain the DE-18 so that when the DOES NOT go over center. demand for air occurs, the engine will start and the machine will perform as expected.
  • Page 89 After the warm-up sequence, the throttling valve should now be set so that the DE-18 will stay in a loaded state and remain at maximum rpm. This is completed by adjusting the valve so that the actual...

  • Page 90: Long Term Storage

    DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 7 Figure 7-14: Piping & Instrumentation Diagram 7.12 LONG TERM STORAGE 6. Place desiccant bag(s) in control box. (Box has gasketed door - check for sealing integ- Long term storage is defined as intended non-use of rity;...
  • Page 91 SECTION 7 DE-18 USER MANUAL NSTRUCTIONS RIOR TO TARTUP 1. Follow startup instructions in CAT engine manual. 2. Remove plugs and blind flanges where tagged. Unseal blowdown valve(s) and relief valves. 3. Remove desiccant bags; ensure count is same as noted at installation.
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  • Page 93: Noise Emissions Warranty

    DE-18 USER MANUAL Section 8 NOISE CONTROL NOISE EMISSIONS control prior to its sale or delivery to the ulti- WARRANTY mate purchaser or while it is in use. 2. The use of the compressor after such device Sullair Corporation warrants...

  • Page 94: Noise Emissions Maintenance And Maintenance Record

    DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 8 NOISE EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE AND MAINTENANCE RECORD The following instructions and maintenance record log book, for the proper maintenance, use and repair of this compressor, is intended to prevent noise emission degradation. OISE MISSION AINTENANCE AND...
  • Page 95 SECTION 8 DE-18 USER MANUAL 3. ANNUAL ENGINE VIBRATION MOUNT INSPECTION At least annually inspect engine vibration mounts for security of attachment and to make sure the resilient parts are intact. DO NOT operate compressor with defective engine mounting system. Remove and replace defective parts by ordering with part numbers indicated in Parts List.
  • Page 96 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 8 6. ANNUAL INSPECTIONS FOR PROPER OPERATION OF ALL SYSTEMS. In addition to other instructions in the Operator’s Manual, at least annually, operate compressor and inspect to make sure all systems are operating properly and that engine runs at rated speed and pressure. DO NOT operate malfunctioning or improperly adjusted compressor.
  • Page 97 Should your problem persist after making the complete compressor breakdown. An example of this recommended check, consult your nearest Sullair would be the vibrations signature increase of a representative or the Sullair Corporation.
  • Page 98 DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 9 SYMPTOM/MESSAGE PROBABLY CAUSE REMEDY LO P3 SD Oil Pressure Falls Below 30 psig (2.1 barg) While Package is Running Because: Oil Pump Malfunctioned Consult Sullair Service Department. Oil Filter Dirty Replace filter element. Oil Temperature Too Low Check state of thermal valve leading oil cooler.
  • Page 99 SECTION 9 DE-18 USER MANUAL SYMPTOM/MESSAGE PROBABLY CAUSE REMEDY HI T4 SD Temperature Transducer Failure Check connections from transducer. If adequate, replace transducer. Intercooler Core Fouled Clean fins. Compressor Air Inlet Temperature Maintain air inlet temperature below 115°F Above 115°F (46°C) (46°C).

  • Page 100: Calibration

    DE-18 USER MANUAL SECTION 9 SYMPTOM/MESSAGE PROBABLY CAUSE REMEDY ENGINE OVERHEATING Loose or Broken Fan Belt Tighten or change belt. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for details. Dirty Radiator Core Clean thoroughly. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for details.
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