WARNING The use of replacement parts or lubricating oils not supplied, recommended or approved by CompAir UK Ltd Ipswich, or the failure to maintain this equipment in accordance with the maintenance instructions, may invalidate the WARRANTY, cause equipment failure, create unsafe or hazardous conditions or result in damage to the equipment.
Parts Fax: +44 (0) 1473 743468 Contact Names: Service: +44 (0) 1473 242097 For any comments or queries about the contents of this manual, please write to CompAir UK Ltd. at the above address, marked for the attention of Mr. Owen Dale, Technical Author.
1.2 FOREWORD SPECIAL ATTENTION The STANDARD BUILD of all CompAir UK Ltd (Ipswich Operations) products are not intended for use in either Explosive or Potentially Explosive Atmospheres as defined in Directive 95/9/EC. An Explosive atmosphere is a mixture with air, under atmospheric conditions, of flammable gases, vapours, hazes or dusts in which, after ignition has occurred, combination propagates to the entire unburned mixture and may cause a hazard.
- refer to the “Maintenance Section”. Conditions of CompAir UK Ltd Ipswich warranty are stated in our Conditions of Sale. Details of warranty for a particular unit may be obtained from the local CompAir Company or authorised Distributor.
Never remove or tamper with safety devices, guards or insulation fitted. In order to limit the risk of Legionnaires Disease, CompAir UK LTD advise caution with the use of cooling towers for water cooling the compressor. Closed circuit or direct mains cooling is preferred.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 9 • Do not open starter compartment to touch electrical components while voltage is applied unless it is necessary for measurement, test or adjustment. Such work should always be carried out by a qualified.
Remove the securing screws and take out valve cover. • Use only lubricating oils and greases approved by CompAir UK LTD to avoid potential hazards especially the risk of explosion or fire and the possibility of decomposition or generation of hazardous gases.
Recommendations are the result of extensive research by CompAir UK and all responsibility for the use of an oil, other than that recommended, is placed on the purchaser and the company supplying his oil.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 17 5 LEADING PARTICULARS 5.1 UNIT DESIGNATION Reciprocating, air cooled, medium pressure compressor, for either direct or belt drive applications ................5211 5.2 TECHNICAL DATA Type ....................Two cylinder, two stage Cooling ......................Fan activated air Direction of rotation viewed from drive end ............
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 19 5.12 RUNNING CLEARANCES DESCRIPTION STAG AS FITTED MAX PERMISSIBLE (mm) WEAR LIMITS (mm) 0.4/0.6 Piston Ring Gap Piston Rings 0.2/0.4 Piston Ring Gap Piston Rings Piston Ring/Groove Width Clearance Piston Rings 0.02/0.05 0.25 Oil Control Ring 0.03/0.07...
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CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 22 6.2 UNPACKING Unless the compressor set is delivered uncrated, certain components, e.g. anti-vibration To avoid the loss of these items they should be located and removed first. After unpacking, fit any items which were loose in the crate and are now required for installing the set. To refit anti-vibration mounts (if supplied), first read the information under HANDLING (section3.3 below), then raise the...
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 23 A non-return valve is fitted to the delivery fitting to allow two or more machines to be connected to a common main and delivery unloading to be used. Stop valves must be fitted in pipelines to isolate compressor and control equipment. Unloader and control piping must be as short as possible.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 24 6.9 TYPICAL CONTROL WIRING DIAGRAM RELAY TIMER SOLENOID VALVE HIGH TEMPERATURE CUT OUT SWITCH LOPS LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH MAIN PRESSURE SWITCH OPERATION START ON LOW PRESSURE SIGNAL FROM MPS. ON REACHING HIGH PRESSURE COMPRESSOR STOPS, UNLOADS AND DRAINS.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 25 7 COMMISSIONING OR RECOMMISSIONING W A R N I N G :- BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT USERS SHOULD BE MADE AWARE OF AND ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS APPROPRIATE TO THIS CLASS OF WORK.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 26 Restart the compressor and check and adjust the pressure switch setting, if necessary. After 30 minutes operation, check cylinder cover. Intake pipe to cylinder cover should be warm and outlet pipes hot. This indicates valves are functioning correctly.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 27 8 OPERATION AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 8.1 OPERATION AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE Commissioning procedure should be used:- (a) For first commissioning run. (b) Following overhaul. (c) After standing idle for a long period. Crankcase oil needs to be changed after major overhaul.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 28 8.5 STANDING IDLE After one week standing idle, turn the machine over by hand before starting to ensure it turns freely. If machine is to stand idle for more than five weeks (or shorter period if ambient conditions are unfavourable) it is advisable to carry out the following recommended inhibition procedure:- Fill crankcase with Shell Ensis 20 to the correct level indicated by the crankcase sight glass.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 29 9 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE W A R N I N G :- BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH MAINTENANCE ON THE COMPRESSOR IT MUST BE STOPPED AND ISOLATED ELECTRICALLY AND MECHANICALLY AND VISIBLE WARNING NOTICES DISPLAYED. IN ADDITION ALL INTERNAL PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED AND THE COMPRESSOR ISOLATED FROM THE RECEIVER.
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CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 31 9.4 RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Service Kit Number SERVICE SCHEDULE 5211 MK2 AIR Run Hours Task Description Parts Provided Reavellite S lubricant 1 Change crankcase oil 1.35 litre Litre Suction Filter Element Element Joint kit Joint kit Remove 1st stage valve &...
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CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 32 Service Kit Number SERVICE SCHEDULE 5211 MK2 AIR Run Hours Task Description Parts Provided Check tightness of all fasteners(PARTICULARLY COOLER CLAMP FASTENERS) Inspect 1st stage cylinder assy cylinder assy. Inspect 2nd stage cylinder assy...
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 33 REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF VALVES 10.1 GENERAL Valves may have a thin carbon layer and should be slightly moist with oil. Valve maintenance is a simple procedure provided the following guidelines are observed.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 35 11 FAULT GUIDE W A R N I N G :- BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH MAINTENANCE ON THE COMPRESSOR IT MUST BE STOPPED AND ISOLATED ELECTRICALLY AND MECHANICALLY AND VISIBLE WARNING NOTICES DISPLAYED. IN ADDITION ALL INTERNAL PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED AND THE UNIT ISOLATED FROM THE RECEIVER.
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CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 37 Fault Probable Cause Recommendation(s) Faulty suction or delivery Service valve(s) as necessary. EXCESSIVE valve(s). NOTE: A faulty suction valve gives excess PRESSURE pressure in previous stage. Pressure gauge inaccurate. Check gauge against instrument of known accuracy.
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CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 38 How to order spares IN ORDER TO AVOID UNNECESSARY DELAY, PLEASE QUOTE:- 1. Complete invoicing and shipping address 2. Machine Model Reference No. 3. Machine No. 4. Item Reference 5. Part No. 6. Description...
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CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 47 COOLING ASSEMBLIES ITEM DESCRIPTION PART No No OFF 20.1 FAN GUARD & DUCT A30099 20.2 BRACKET COOLER CU41239 20.3 CLIP COOLER C200926 20.4 FERRULE C202619 20.5 BRACKET COOLER C202819 20.6 SUPPORT BAR - TOP C202820 20.7...
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 53 13 ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT 13.1 ELECTRIC MOTOR – APP034 ELECTRIC MOTOR MAINTENANCE WARNING : Isolate power supply to motor before commencing any routine cleaning or maintenance work. Routine Cleaning : Remove the fan cover and ensure that all holes are completely open. Clear any dirt and fluff from behind the fan and along the ribs of the frame.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 54 13.2 HIGH AIR PRESSURE SWITCH – APP086 HIGH AIR/GAS PRESSURE SWITCHES PART NO: 98524/1025, 1049, 1094, 1095, 1096, 1102, 1103, 1104, 1107, 1128, 1135, 1136, 1137, 1210 & 1212 OPERATION - MANUAL START/AUTO STOP Located as close as possible to the delivery, inlet air/gas line, the pressure switch stops the compressor when the air/gas pressure rises or falls above or below the pre-set pressure setting.
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"Pressure Switch". Remove cover to set pressure setting, using a pressure gauge. Note:- Switches are pre-set and do not usually need adjusting. Please confirm with Engineering at CompAir UK Ltd Ipswich if switches are to be adjusted. Turn adjusting nut clockwise to lower set point.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 56 13.3 DIRECT DRIVE – APP011B DIRECT DRIVE: Ensure compressor and drive motor is correctly aligned as the flexible couplings are for vibration duties only and not as non-alignment couplings. Note direct coupled sets with bell type housing (see below) are self aligning.
CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 57 13.4 SOLENOID VALVE – APP171 2 WAY NORMALLY OPEN SOLENOID VALVE OPERATION 2 way normally open, energise to close, continuous duty. On starting the solenoid valve is open. When energised the valves will close thus allowing pressure to build up in the system to the desired pressure.
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CompAir UK Ltd PUBLICATION 98407/1050 Page 58 INSTALLATION Electrical connection Amps pin to DIN 46242 Connector To DIN 43650 Protection IP65 Cable thread size Coil Class 'H' 180°C insulation Coil duty Continuous Voltage tolerance from normal - 10% to +10% Working fluid Air, water, gas, fuel oil &...
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WARNING The use of replacement parts or lubricating oils not supplied, recommended or approved by CompAir UK Ltd. Ipswich, may lead to failure in service which would not be covered by the warranty. Any unauthorised modifications or failures to maintain this equipment is accordance with the manufacturers maintenance instructions may make it unsafe.
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