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GEA Bock FK30 Assembly instructions 09705-01.2018-Gb Translation of the original instructions FK30/235 N FK30/275 N FK30/325 N FK30/235 K FK30/275 K FK30/325 K FK30/235 TK FK30/275 TK FK30/325 TK FKX30/235 N FKX30/275 N FKX30/325 N FKX30/235 K FKX30/275 K FKX30/325 K...
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Observe the safety instructions contained in these instructions. These instructions must be passed onto the end customer along with the unit in which the compressor is installed. Manufacturer GEA Bock GmbH 72636 Frickenhausen Contact GEA Bock GmbH Benzstrasse 7...
Contents Page Safety 1.1 Identification of safety instructions 1.2 Qualifications required of personnel 1.3 General safety instructions 1.4 Intended use Product description 2.1 Brief description 2.2 Name plate 2.3 Type key Areas of application 3.1 Refrigerants 3.2 Oil charge 3.3 Limits of application 3.4 N and K versions 3.4.1 Limits of application R134a 3.4.2 Limits of application R407C...
1| Safety 1.1 Identification of safety instructions: DANGER Indicates a dangerous situation which, if not avoided, will cause immediate fatal or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a dangerous situation which, if not avoided, may cause fatal or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a dangerous situation which, if not avoided, may cause fairly severe or minor injury.
1.4 Intended use These assembly instructions describe the standard version of the FK30 manufactured by GEA. The compressor is intended for use in refrigeration systems in compliance with the limits of application. Only the refrigerant specified in these instructions may be used.
2 | Product description 2.1 Brief description Three different designs are available for various ranges of application: > for air-conditioning the K Design > for air-conditioning or normal cooling the N Design > for deep freezing the TK Design The differences lie mainly in the valve plate tooling which is adapted to each applica- tion range where operational safety and efficiency are concerned.
3 | Areas of application 3.1 Refrigerants • HFKW / HFC: R134a, R404A/R507, R407C • (H)FCKW / (H)CFC: 3.2 Oil charge The compressors are factory-filled with the following oil type: - for R134a, R404A/R507, R407C FUCHS Reniso Triton SE 55 - for R22 FUCHS Reniso SP 46 Compressors with ester oil charge (FUCHS Reniso Triton SE 55) are marked with an X in the type...
3 | Areas of application 3.4 N and K versions Models available: • FKX30/235 N • FKX30/275 N • FKX30/325 N • FKX30/235 K • FKX30/275 K • FKX30/325 K 3.4.1 Limits of application R134a (N and K versions) Permissible rotation speeds: Max. permissible N-Design: 500 - 3000 ¹/ (max rotation speed 3500 rpm) operating pressure high- K-Design: 500 - 3500 ¹/...
4 | Compressor assembly INFO New compressors are factory-filled with inert gas. Leave this ser- vice charge in the compressor for as long as possible and prevent the ingress of air. Check the compressor for transport damage before starting any work. 4.1 Setting up Fittings (e.g. pipe holders, additional units etc.) on the compressor are permissible only following consultation with GEA.
4 | Compressor assembly 4.3 V-belt drive ATTENTION Inappropriately designed belt drives, especially belt knocking or excessive tensioning forces can cause compressor damage! Make sure that the drive belt is designed correctly, e.g. by using t ensioners and selecting the belt profile and the belt length. 4.4 Main bearing load To prevent the belt drive overloading the compressor main bearing, ensure that: The force applied at the force engagement force by the belt...
4 | Compressor assembly 4.6 Pipe connections The discharge and suction line valves have stepped internal diameters, enabling the use of pipes with standard millimetre and inch dimensions. The depth of pipe insertion will depend on the dimension. The connection diameters of the shut-off valves are designed for maximum compressor output.
4 | Compressor assembly 4.9 Operating mode of the lockable service connections Connection not lockable Service connection closed Pipe connection Connection Spindle closed Fig. 16 Opening the shut-off valve: Compressor Spindle: turn to the left (counter-clockwise) as far as it will go. —>...
5| Commissioning 5.1 Preparations for start-up INFO To protect the compressor against inadmissible operating condi- tions, high-pressure and low-pressure pressostats are mandatory on the installation side. The compressor has undergone trials in the factory and all functions have been tested. There are therefore no special running-in instructions.
5| Commissioning 5.5 Refrigerant charge CAUTION Wear personal protective clothing such as goggles and protective gloves! Make sure that the suction and discharge line valves are open. With the compressor switched off, add the liquid refrigerant directly to the condenser or receiver, breaking the vacuum.
5| Commissioning 5.7 Shaft seal ATTENTION Failure to observe the following instructions can cause loss of refrigerant and damage to the shaft seal! INFO The shaft seal seals and lubricates with oil. An oil leakage of 0.05 ml per operating hour is therefore normal. This applies p articularly during the run-in phase (200 - 300 h).
6| Maintenance 6.1 Preparation WARNING Before starting any work on the compressor: Switch off the compressor and secure it to prevent a restart. Relieve compressor of system pressure. Prevent air from infiltrating the system! After maintenance has been performed: Connect safety switch. Evacuate compressor. Release switch lock. 6.2 Work to be carried out Oil change: In principle, an oil change is not mandatory if the system is correctly manufactured and operated.
Oil SE 55, 1 Ltr. 02282 Only use genuine GEA spare parts! 6.5 Integrated decompression valve (only FK30/275 + 325) The valve is maintenance free. However, constant leakage can occur after blowing off due to abnormal operating conditions. This leads to reduced performance and increases the compressed gas temperature. In this case check the valve and replace as necessary.
7 | Accessories 7.1 Thermal protection thermostat (Art.-No. 07595) A screw-in option is provided for the sensor element on the hot gas side of the compressor housing (see Chap. 9). Connect the thermal protection thermostat in series with the control line. Technical Data: Switching voltage max.
9 | Dimensions and connections both sides Shaft end only FK30/235 Leak oil drain hose Centre of gravity Dimensions in mm Dimensions in () = K - Design * = FK30/235 Fig. 19...
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9 | Dimensions and connections Suction line see technical data, Chapter 8 Discharge line Connection suction side, not lockable 16 “ UNF Connection suction side, lockable 16 “ UNF Connection suction side, not lockable 8 “ NPTF Connection discharge side, not lockable 16 “...
The manufacturer: GEA Bock GmbH, Benzstraße 7 D-72636 Frickenhausen, Tel.: 07022/9454-0 hereby declares that the refrigerating compressor FK30 conforms to the essential requirements of Annex II 1B of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Applied harmonised standard: EN 12693:2008 and the corresponding standards referenced...
11| Service Dear customer, GEA compressors are top-quality, reliable and service-friendly quality products. If you have any questions about installation, operation and accessories, please contact our technical service or specialist wholesaler and/or our representative. The GEA service team can be contacted by phone with a toll-free hotline 00 800 / 800 000 88 or via e-mail: info@gea.com Yours faithfully...
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50 countries. Founded in 1881, the company is one of the largest providers of innovative equipment and process technology. GEA Group is listed in the STOXX ® Europe 600 index. GEA Bock GmbH Benzstraße 7 Phone +49 (0)7022 9454-0 info@gea.com...
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