Contents Regarding this document Using the Document ......................Further Documents ......................Copyright .......................... Symbols and markings ..................... 1.4.1 Warning notices ....................1.4.2 Other notices and symbols ................. Technical Specification Nameplate ........................Options ..........................Weight ..........................Compressor Block ......................Ambient Conditions ......................Ventilation ........................
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Contents 4.2.3 Adjustable machine mountings ................4.2.4 Silenced air filter ....................4.2.5 Air filter with plastic casing .................. 4.2.6 ECO-DRAIN automatic condensate drain ............4.2.7 Automatic solenoid valve condensate drain ............4.2.8 Pressure regulator with filter ................Operating modes and control modes ................4.3.1 Operating modes ....................
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10.20 Document maintenance and service work............... Spares, Operating Materials, Service 11.1 Note the Nameplate ......................11.2 Ordering consumable parts and operating fluids/materials ..........11.3 KAESER AIR SERVICE ....................11.4 Service Addresses ......................11.5 Spare Parts for Service and Repair ................. Decommissioning, Storage and Transport 12.1 De-commissioning ......................
➤ Make sure you give the data from the nameplate when ordering documents. Copyright This service manual is copyright protected. Queries regarding use or duplication of the documentation should be referred to KAESER. Correct use of information will be fully supported. Symbols and markings 1.4.1 Warning notices Warning notices indicate three levels of danger signified by the signal word.
Regarding this document Symbols and markings ➤ Always read and comply with warning instructions. Signal word Meaning Consequences of non-observance DANGER Warns of an imminent threat of danger Death or serious injury may result WARNING Warns of possible danger Death or serious injury are possible CAUTION Warns of a possibly dangerous situa‐...
Technical Specification Nameplate 2 Technical Specification Nameplate The model designation and important technical information are given on the machine's nameplate. ➤ Enter the data from the nameplate here as a reference. Feature Value Model Material number Serial number Year of manufacture Maximum working pressure Free air delivery Rated voltage...
Technical Specification Sound pressure level Sound pressure level Operational state: ■ Operating mode LOAD at rated speed, rated air flow and nominal pressure. Measurement conditions: ■ Mean sound pressure level at 1 m distance to EN ISO 2151 Model Sound pressure level [dB(A)] Sound pressure level with enclo‐...
Technical Specification 2.11 Compressor oil recommendations Rated power [kW] Permissible starting frequency [1/h] Tab. 14 Permissible starting frequency 2.11 Compressor oil recommendations The standard compressor oil is SAE 5 W30 or VDL 150. For special applications FGPor S 150 compressor oil is used and the machine carries a sticker indi‐ cating this.
Technical Specification 2.12 Power Supply 2.12 Power Supply Basic requirements The machine is designed for a power supply conforming to EN 60204–1 (IEC 60204–1), section 4.3. In the absence of other user-specified conditions, the limits laid down in this standard must be adhered It is recommended that the supplier and user confer and agree on the basis of the EN 60204–1, Annex B.
Safety and Responsibility Basic Information 3 Safety and Responsibility Basic Information The machine is manufactured to the latest engineering standards and acknowledged safety regula‐ tions. Nevertheless, dangers can arise through its operation: ■ danger to life and limb of the operator or third parties, ■...
Safety and Responsibility User's responsibilities ➤ Observe relevant statutory and accepted regulations during installation, operation and mainte‐ nance of the machine. 3.4.2 Defining personnel Suitable personnel are experts who, by virtue of their training, knowledge and experience as well as their knowledge of relevant regulations can assess the work to be done and recognize the possible dangers involved.
Inspecting authority Installation and equip‐ Before commissioning if pressure Competent person ment inspection PS x volume V ≤ 200 (e. g. KAESER Service Techni‐ cian) Compressors with type approval in‐ Competent person spection (Ordinance on Industrial (e. g. KAESER Service Techni‐...
Safety and Responsibility Dangers 3.5.1 Safely dealing with sources of danger The following describes the various forms of danger that can occur during machine operation. Electricity ➤ Allow only qualified and authorised electricians or trained personnel under the supervision of a qualified and authorised electrician to carry out work on electrical equipment according to elec‐...
➤ Use only spare parts approved by the manufacturer for use in this machine. Unsuitable spare parts compromise the safety of the machine. ➤ Use only genuine KAESER replacement parts on pressure bearing parts. Conversion or modification of the machine ➤...
Safety and Responsibility Safety Devices Transport ➤ Use suitable lifting gear that conforms to local safety regulations. ➤ Allow transport only by personnel trained in the safe movement of goods. ➤ Attach lifting gear only to suitable lifting points. ➤ Note the centre of gravity to avoid danger of the machine tipping over. ➤...
Safety and Responsibility Safety signs ➤ Do not remove or obliterate labels and notices. ➤ Ensure that labels and notices are clearly legible. Further information More information on safety devices is contained in chapter4, section 4.4. Safety signs The diagram shows the positions of safety signs on the machine. The table lists the various safety signs used and their meanings.
Safety and Responsibility Information signs Information signs The table lists the various information signs used and their meanings. Sign Meaning Take heed of safety instructions and the service manual. Maintain the air filter regularly. Drain the condensate daily. If automatic condensate drainage is fitted, check the function at regular intervals. Check the oil level regularly and change the oil at the correct intervals.
■ incorrect repair. Correct maintenance and repair includes the use of original spare parts and operating materials. ➤ Obtain confirmation from KAESER that your specific operating conditions are suitable. 3.11 Environmental Protection ➤ Store and dispose of operating materials and replaced parts in accordance with local environ‐...
Design and Function Outline of the machine 4 Design and Function Outline of the machine 4.1.1 Main components Fig. 2 List of main components Compressor block Pressure switch Drive motor Star-delta starter Air receiver Service Manual 2-stage piston compressor No.: 9_9431_02 E...
Design and Function Options 4.1.2 Machine function Fig. 3 Machine layout Air filter Oil filler port Compressor block Oil drain plug 2-cylinder block Compressed air connection Check valve Condensate drain tap Air receiver Arrow showing direction of rotation Air receiver pressure relief valve Cylinder or collecting pipe relief valve Pressure switch Air cooler...
Design and Function Options Fig. 4 Oil level monitoring Oil level monitoring 4.2.2 Option C9 "pressure low" warning An additional pressure switch with floating relay contacts can provide warning messages to a control centre if pressure falls too low. 4.2.3 Option H1 Adjustable machine mountings These mounts allow the machine to be anchored firmly to the floor.
Design and Function Options Fig. 6 Silenced air filter Air filter element 4.2.5 Option H10 Air filter with plastic casing This air filter is suitable for unfavourable ambient conditions. It also cleans the inlet air. Fig. 7 Air filter with plastic casing Air filter element 4.2.6 Option K5 / K6...
Design and Function Operating modes and control modes Fig. 9 Solenoid valve condensate drain Solenoid valve 4.2.8 Option P4 Pressure regulator with filter The pressure regulator reduces the discharge pressure to the required working pressure of the con‐ sumers. Fig. 10 Pressure regulator with filter Pressure regulator with filter Operating modes and control modes...
Design and Function Safety Devices Safety Devices The following safety devices are provided and may not be modified in any way. Pressure relief valve The pressure relief valve protects the machine from excessive pressure. It is preset at the factory. Check valve The check valve prevents the flow of compressed air from the air receiver back to the compressor block when the machine is stopped.
Determining location and clearances The clearances given are recommended and ensure unhindered access to all machine parts. ➤ Please consult KAESER if you cannot comply with these recommendations. Precondition The floor must be level, firm and capable of bearing the weight of the machine.
Operation in a compressed air network When the machine is connected to a compressed air network, the network working pressure may not exceed the permissible working pressure of the machine. ➤ Please contact KAESER for advice. Service Manual 2-stage piston compressor...
Installation Safety 6 Installation Safety Here you will find instructions for safe initial start-up of the machine. Warning instructions are located before a potentially dangerous task. Basic safety instructions 1. Follow the instructions in chapter "Safety and Responsibility". 2. Have installation work carried out by authorized installation personnel only. 3.
Installation Compressed Air Connection Fig. 12 Fitting the Antivibration Mounts Antivibration mount Hexagon nut ➤ Remove the wooden frame from the air receiver feet. ➤ Secure the antivibration mounts to the feet with hexagon nuts. Compressed Air Connection Precondition The compressed air system is vented completely to atmospheric pressure. Fig.
Installation Options 4. Use conductor dimensions and fuse ratings in accordance with local regulations (in Germany VDE 0100 parts 430 and 523, for example). 5. The user must provide the machine with a lockable power supply disconnecting device. This could be, for example, a load disconnect switch with fused input. If a circuit breaker is used it must be suitable for the motor starting characteristics.
Installation Options Fig. 14 Oil level monitor Compressor block Oil level monitor ➤ Switch on the machine at the main switch. 6.6.1.2 Float switch The float switch has been set at the factory as follows: ■ The machine shuts down when the oil falls to its minimum permissible level. ■...
Installation Options DANGER Electric shock! Danger of fatal injury caused by contact with live components. ➤ Switch off and lock out the power supply disconnecting device and verify the absence of voltage. 2. Open the switch cover. 3. Loosen the screw and move the sensing contact. 4.
Installation Options Fig. 17 Attaching the ECO-DRAIN condensate drain Condensate drain ECO DRAIN Quick-release coupling Hose coupling Shut-off valve Plug-in nipple 1. Plug the ECO-Drain nipple into the quick-release coupling on the air receiver condensate drain point. DANGER Electric shock! Danger of fatal injury caused by contact with live components.
Initial Start-up Safety 7 Initial Start-up Safety Here you will find instructions for safe initial start-up of the machine. Warning instructions are located before a potentially dangerous task. Basic safety instructions 1. Follow the instructions in chapter "Safety and Responsibility". 2.
Storage period Action longer than 12 months ➤ Change the Compressor Oil ➤ Have the motor bearings checked by an authorized KAESER Service Tech‐ nician. 36 months ➤ Have the overall technical condition checked by an authorized KAESER Service Technician.
➤ Switch the machine on from the control unit. The machine is shut down by the motor overload protection switch? ➤ Contact KAESER Service. Checking direction of rotation The machine is designed for a clockwise phase sequence.
Initial Start-up Measuring the air receiver charging time Measuring the air receiver charging time Measuring the time the compressor takes to fill the air receiver when new can be useful in checking the machine's performance at a later date. Precondition Machine at operating temperature.
Initial Start-up Setting the regulator WARNING Compressed air! ➤ Compressed air and devices under pressure can injure or cause death if the contained energy is released suddenly. ➤ Do not loosen or open any component that is still under pressure. 3.
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Initial Start-up Setting the regulator 1. Start the machine and run it up to cut-out pressure. 2. To relieve the filter regulator, turn the adjusting screw anticlockwise until no more resistance is felt. 3. Turn the adjusting screw clockwise until the pressure gauge reads the required working pressure. 4.
Operation Switching on and off 8 Operation Switching on and off Always switch the machine on and off with the «ON/OFF» switch. Fig. 20 Switching on and off Star-delta starter «ON/OFF» switch Operating hours counter DANGER Automatic restart! Serious injury is possible. ➤...
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Operation Switching on and off Switching off 1. Switch off the machine from the control unit. 2. Switch off and lock out the power supply disconnecting device. Service Manual 2-stage piston compressor No.: 9_9431_02 E...
The alarm indications valid for your machine are dependent on the individual equipment. 1. Do not attempt fault rectification measures other than those given in this manual. 2. Inform KAESER Service if the fault cannot be rectified by the measures suggested. Alarms...
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Fault Recognition and Rectification Alarms Fault Possible cause Remedy Motor overload protection trips Current too high because of low Check power supply cable con‐ out after a long time. supply voltage. ductor cross-sections. Check and tighten connection termi‐ nals. The machine runs continuously Air filter clogged.
Fill with oil specified in the ser‐ vice manual. Crankcase venting defective. Clean or renew the crankcase vent. Piston rings worn or broken. Contact KAESER service. Piston rings already worn or Dirty oil. Fit finer air inlet filter. damaged after only a short op‐ erating period.
Maintenance 10.1 Safety 10 Maintenance 10.1 Safety Follow the instructions below to ensure safe machine maintenance. Warning instructions are located before a potentially dangerous task. Basic safety instructions 1. Follow the instructions in chapter "Safety and Responsibility". 2. Maintenance work may only be carried out by authorized personnel. 3.
Oil change interval Duty cycles and ambient conditions are important criteria for the number and length of the oil change intervals. Advice can be obtained from KAESER Service on determining suitable changing intervals. Service Manual 2-stage piston compressor No.: 9_9431_02 E...
10.2.5 Regular service tasks ➤ Only an authorised KAESER Service Technician should carry out service work. ➤ When operating conditions are unfavourable (e.g. dusty or humid atmosphere) or when the equipment is in constant use, have the service work carried out more frequently (shorter intervals).
➤ Dry brush the air cooler or fan guard and safety screen using a vacuum cleaner to suck up the dirt. The air cooler or fan guard can't be cleaned thoroughly? ➤ Have stubborn clogging removed by an authorized KAESER Service Technician. 10.4 Air filter maintenance The air filter insert is made of fibre mesh.
Maintenance 10.5 Air filter (noise absorbing) maintenance Fig. 22 Air filter maintenance Air filter Retaining clip Inlet air opening Cover Air filter element 1. Unscrew the air filter. 2. Release the retaining clip and take off the cover. 3. Blow out the cover and the insert with dry compressed air (<5 bar). 4.
Maintenance 10.6 Air filter (with plastic casing) Fig. 23 Air Filter (noise absorbing) Maintenance Air filter element Retaining clip Inlet air opening Cover Cleaning the air filter element by tapping. Cleaning the filter element with compressed air 1. Release the retaining clip and take off the 1.
Maintenance 10.7 Drive Motor Maintenance Fig. 24 Air filter (with plastic casing) Cover Air filter element Air filter housing Cleaning the air filter element by tapping. Cleaning the filter element with compressed air 1. Unscrew and remove the cover. 1. Unscrew and remove the cover. 2.
Maintenance 10.9 Topping up the compressor oil Fig. 25 Checking the oil level Oil sight glass Oil filler and crankcase vent ➤ Read off the oil level daily and before each start-up. Result Top up when the compressor oil level falls to the minimum mark. Top up the oil 10.9 Topping up the compressor oil Material...
Maintenance 10.10 Changing the compressor oil Change the oil immediately if it becomes milky. This indicates a high condensate content. Contact KAESER Service if condensate is detected in the oil. Material Compressor oil Oil receptacle Precondition Machine at operating temperature.
10.11 Testing the pressure relief valve 10.11 Testing the pressure relief valve ➤ To check the valve activating pressure, it must be removed from the machine by a KAESER Service Technician and installed in a test rig. Further information See chapter 2.8 for the activating pressure of the valve.
3. Open the user's shut-off valve between the machine and the air system. Result The machine can now be started. Pressure relief valve does not blow off? ➤ Have the defective relief valve replaced by KAESER Service. 10.12 Air receiver maintenance Material...
Maintenance 10.13 Venting the machine (de-pressurising) Fig. 29 Draining condensate Condensate drain tap ➤ Drain the condensate out daily. With ECO-DRAIN (Option K5/K6) condensate drain and condensate drain via solenoid valve (Option K7), the condensate is drained automatically. Drain the condensate into a suitable receptacle and dispose of it according to applicable envi‐ ronmental regulations.
The pressure gauge does not read 0 bar after venting? The user's shut-off valve is still open or the receiver relief valve is defective. ➤ Close the shut-off valve or have an authorised KAESER Service technician check the pres‐ sure relief valve.
Maintenance 10.15 Solenoid valve maintenance 10.15.1 Cleaning the solenoid valve Fig. 32 Cleaning the solenoid valve Solenoid valve Piston Screw Enclosure Coil Connecting socket Armature Arrow showing flow direction Spring 1. Disconnect the connecting socket from the valve. 2. Undo the screw and carefully remove the coil. 3.
Maintenance 10.16 ECO-Drain automatic condensate drain 10.15.2 Changing the solenoid valve Fig. 33 Changing the solenoid valve Solenoid valve Elbow with damper Screw connection Connecting socket 1. Disconnect the connecting socket from the valve. 2. Unscrew the fitting and elbow with damper. 3.
Maintenance 10.16 ECO-Drain automatic condensate drain Fig. 34 Checking condensate drainage «TEST» key ➤ Visual check: Does condensate flow as soon as the LED illuminates? Condensate does not flow? The condensate drain hose or the drain itself is blocked. ➤ Switch off the machine and clean the drain pipe. ➤...
4. Carefully unscrew the service module from the inlet pipe. 5. Unscrew the plug-in nipple from the service module. Fitting the service module Use only genuine KAESER service modules. Precondition The service module matches the control module. Make sure the top of the service module and the contact spring are clean and dry.
Maintenance 10.17 Solenoid valve maintenance 2. Unscrew the fitting. 3. Remove the valve plug to separate the solenoid valve from the power supply. 4. Replace the defective solenoid valve and connect the new one to the power supply. When fitting the solenoid valve make sure the direction of flow is correct as indicated by the arrow on the body.
Maintenance 10.18 Filter pressure reducer cleaning 10.18 Option P4 Filter pressure reducer cleaning Empty accumulated condensate at regular intervals, at least once a day. Material Compressed air for blowing out Cleaning cloths Spares as required Precondition The supply disconnecting device is switched off, the device is locked off, the absence of voltage has been verified.
Maintenance 10.19 Cylinder head and valves 10.19.1 Checking the cylinder head and valves The condition of the valves can be assessed by measuring the air receiver charging time and com‐ paring this with the charging time when the machine was new. Precondition Machine at operating temperature.
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Maintenance 10.19 Cylinder head and valves Significant malfunction in cylinder head and valves? Severe coking ➤ Have a KAESER Service Technician renew the cylinder head and valves. Service Manual 2-stage piston compressor No.: 9_9431_02 E...
Maintenance 10.20 Document maintenance and service work. 10.20 Document maintenance and service work. Machine number: ➤ Enter maintenance and service work carried out in the list. Date Maintenance task carried out Operating hours Signature Tab. 36 Logged maintenance tasks Service Manual 2-stage piston compressor No.: 9_9431_02 E...
➤ Please give the information from the nameplate with every enquiry and order for spares. 11.2 Ordering consumable parts and operating fluids/materials KAESER consumable parts are original Kaeser products. They are specifically selected for use in KAESER machines. WARNING There is risk of personal injury or damage to the machine resulting from the use of unsuitable spares or operating fluids/materials.
11.4 Service Addresses Addresses of KAESER agents are given at the end of this manual. 11.5 Spare Parts for Service and Repair ➤ Make sure that any service or repair tasks not described in this manual are carried out by an authorized KAESER Service Technician.
5. Spray all contacts and terminals with a preservative (e.g. Rivalto, W.S.X.). 12.2 Packing A wooden crate is required for overland transport to protect the machine from mechanical damage. Consult KAESER Service for advice on packing for sea or air transport. Material Desiccant Plastic sheeting...
Moisture can lead to corrosion, particularly on the surfaces of the compressor block. Frozen moisture can damage components, diaphragms, valves and gaskets. Advice can be obtained from KAESER on storage and commissioning. CAUTION Moisture and frost can damage the machine.
Decommissioning, Storage and Transport 12.5 Disposal Fig. 42 Transporting with a crane CAUTION The machine can be damaged by incorrect attachment of the lifting gear. ➤ Do not attach the lifting gear to any of the machine components. ➤ The manufacturer can advise on the use of suitable lifting gear. ➤...
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