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TAMROTOR Tempest E3 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Tempest E3, E6
EN
© 2016 Gardner Denver Oy

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Tempest E3, E6 © 2016 Gardner Denver Oy...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ..........................1 1.1 Storing the books ......................1 1.2 Warranty terms......................1 1.3 Inquiries........................1 2. Safety ............................2 2.1 Safety during installation and preparations for use ............2 2.2 Safety during operation ....................3 2.3 Safety during maintenance...................
  • Page 3 Declaration by the manufacturer (Directive 2006/42/EC Annex II B) Manufacturer’s Name: Gardner Denver Oy Manufacturer’s Address: Etu-Hankkionkatu 9 FIN-33700 Tampere Finland The Manufacturer hereby declares that Tempest T3, T6, T12, T25 with the accessories is intented to be incorporated into machinery or to be 97/23/EC assembled with other machinery to constitute machinery covered by directive as amended...
  • Page 4 Declaration of Incorporation of Tempests Declaration of Incorporation (Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, part B, Annex II) of Tempests Type: Oil-Flooded Screw Compressor (called “Tempest” in the following text) This tempest was Gardner Denver Oy manufactured from: P.O.Box 516 FIN-33101 Tampere Finland The tempest concerned is an integrated oil separation system, type: T3, T6, T12, T25.
  • Page 5 Declaration of Incorporation of Tempests The tempest can only be moved and lifted by using of standard lifting gear. Eye bolts for attaching of lifting tackle have already been installed or are enclosed. Install a minimum of two eye bolts to lift the tempest.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1. Introduction Gardner Denver wishes you welcome among the users of Gardner Denver screw compressors! This manual gives you instructions on correct and safe operation and maintenance of your tempest. Read these and other instructions carefully before taking your product into use. This ensures correct preparations and use from the very beginning.

  • Page 7: Safety

    2. Safety 2. Safety The general safety instructions concerning the tempest are presented in this chapter. Read also the safety instructions for transportation, installation, operation and maintenance presented separately in each section of the manual. Always read the safety instructions before starting to work. The instructions concerning safety are marked with this symbol.

  • Page 8: Safety During Operation

    2. Safety 2.2 Safety during operation Do not blow pressurized air against the skin. Use only the recommended AEON oil types. Do not mix different types of oil. Do not use the compressor in explosive environment. 2.3 Safety during maintenance While doing maintenance, the compressor must always be stopped and disconnected from the electrical mains connection.

  • Page 9: Safety Signs

    2. Safety 2.4 Safety signs Read User Manual before starting the compressor Wear ear protectors Warning: hot surface Warning: risk of electric shock Warning: compressor is remotely controlled and Warning: moving parts may start without warning Warning: risk of hot exhaust fumes/hot air General meaning of geometric shapes, safety colors and contrast colors for the safety signs Graphical symbol Geometric shape...

  • Page 10: Maintenance Instructions

    3. Maintenance instructions 3. Maintenance instructions Maintenance and service operations other than those described in this manual must be left to service personnel authorized by Gardner Denver. Always wear protective clothes and gloves during the maintenance. Use only original Gardner Denver spare parts. The use of other spare parts may cause compressor damage. 3.1 Before maintenance Before any maintenance operations, switch off the compressor with the main switch and make sure that the compressor cannot be accidentally started.

  • Page 11: Adding And Changing Oil

    3. Maintenance instructions 3.3 Adding and changing oil Use only recommended AEON oil types. Do not mix different oils. Oil is hot just after the compressor has stopped. Do not open the oil filling plug or cooler drain plug if the system is pressurized. Dispose used oil according to the waste oil regulations.

  • Page 12: Replacing The Oil Filter

    3. Maintenance instructions Changing oil 4. Replace the oil filter, see "Replacing the oil filter" sivulla 7. 5. Add new oil and close the oil filling plug (1). 6. Close the pressure relief valve (2) and open the network shut-off valve. 7.

  • Page 13: Installing The Oil Filter

    3. Maintenance instructions 23000385 Replacing the oil filter 3.4.2 Installing the oil filter 1. Lubricate the oil filter sealing ring with clean oil. 2. Install the filter by tightening it up clockwise by hand. 3.5 Replacing the air filter The air filter cannot be cleaned or reused. Remove the filter with caution.

  • Page 14: Replacing The Oil Separator Cartridge And The Seals Of The Discharge Valve

    3. Maintenance instructions Replacing the air filter Note! Install particle remover (4) always downwards. 3.6 Replacing the oil separator cartridge and the seals of the discharge valve Allow the compressor to cool down before the replacement. Dispose the used oil separation cartridge in accordance with local hazardous waste regulations. Use only original Gardner Denver spare parts.

  • Page 15: Testing The Pressure Relief Valve

    3. Maintenance instructions 10. Install the assembled valve back in it’s place. When assembling the valve, tighten the screws alternately to even tightness. Replacing the oil separator cartridge There should be about 2 mm clearance between the nut (6) and the top of the discharge valve, when there is no pressure in the receiver or the network.

  • Page 16: Oil Recommendations

    3. Maintenance instructions Testing the pressure relief valve 3.8 Oil recommendations These oil recommendations are for Gardner Denver screw compressors in industrial use. 3.8.1 Recommended lubricants Gardner Denver compressors are factory filled with AEON lubricants. These lubricants are formulated to the highest quality standards and are factory authorized, tested and approved for use in screw compressors.

  • Page 17: General Guidelines For Oil Change Intervals For Mobile Use

    3. Maintenance instructions 3.8.3 General guidelines for oil change intervals for mobile use For recommended oil change intervals, please see the table below. Recommended oil change intervals Running temperature of AEON 9000 SP oil change AEON 3000 oil change interval the compressor interval 70–87°C...

  • Page 18: Operating Principles

    4. Operating principles 4. Operating principles 4.1 Screw unit Main components of the screw unit 1. Housing 2. Female rotor 3. Male rotor 4. Discharge flange 5. Shaft seal 6. Bearing cover Screw unit 4.2 Air compressing process Rotors In a screw compressor the air is compressed in the air end driven by a motor. The meshing rotors take air in between the ridges as they pass the inlet opening.
  • Page 19 4. Operating principles...

  • Page 20: Technical

    5. Technical Appendixes 5. Technical Appendixes Technical data Dimensional drawings...

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