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Sullair training courses provide hands-on and classroom instruction for the proper operation, maintenance, and servicing of Sullair products. Individual courses on Stationary compressors, variable speed drives, compressor electrical systems, and dryers are offered at regular intervals throughout the year at Sullair’s training facility located in Michigan City, Indiana.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Section 1: Safety.......................6 General............................6 Personal protective equipment ......................6 Pressure release ..........................6 Fire and explosion ........................... 7 Moving parts ............................ 7 Hot surfaces, sharp edges and sharp corners................. 8 Toxic and irritating substances ......................
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual Table of Contents Separator maintenance ......................... 72 6.7.1 Separator element replacement..................72 Oil return / sight glass maintenance ....................73 Pressure regulator adjustment ...................... 73 6.10 Water condensate drain maintenance................... 74 6.11 Control line strainer ........................74 6.12 Shaft coupling maintenance ......................
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Table of Contents SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual Notes: 02250247-571 R04 Subject to EAR, ECCN EAR99 and related export control restrictions.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 1: Safety Section 1 Safety most compressors and the concepts behind these state- NOTE ments are generally applicable to all compressors. 1.2 Personal protective equipment A. Prior to installing or operating the compressor, own-...
1: Safety SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual accordance with their manufacturer's recommenda- material. Any acoustical material with a protective tions. covering that has been torn or punctured should be replaced immediately to prevent accumulation of liq- E. DO NOT use air tools that are rated below the maxi- uids or fluid film within the material.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 1: Safety E. Make sure all personnel are out of and/or clear of the B. DO NOT use air line anti-icer systems in air lines compressor prior to attempting to start or operate it.
1: Safety SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual ments or repairs to exposed live parts of the electrical D. Make sure lifting hook has a functional safety latch or system. Make all such adjustments or repairs with equivalent, and is fully engaged and latched on the one hand only, so as to minimize the possibility of bail or slings.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 1: Safety person shall be provided with their own padlock 1.11 Implementation of lockout/tagout and have possession of the only key. If more The energy control procedure defines actions necessary than one person is working on a machine each...
1: Safety SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 1.12 Safety warnings WARNING The following special instructions apply to VSD packages provided with electronic adjustable speed motor drives. These cautions that apply to VSD operation. Before opening the variable speed drive covers: •...
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 1: Safety NOTE CAUTION Customer must provide electrical supply power Install the variable speed drive in a well venti- disconnect within sight of machine. lated room that is not subject to temperature...
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1: Safety SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual Notes: 02250247-571 R04 Subject to EAR, ECCN EAR99 and related export control restrictions.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 2: Description Section 2 Description cated- type compressor. This unit provides continuous 2.1 Introduction compression to meet your needs. Your new Sullair flood-lubricated rotary screw air com- pressor will provide you with a unique experience in NOTE improved reliability and simplified maintenance.
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2: Description SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 1. Compressor unit 8. Moisture separator 2. Motor 9. Fluid filter 3. Cooler fan motor 10. Fluid fill 4. Electrical enclosure 11. Fluid fill sight glass 5. E-stop button 12. Separator/sump tank 6.
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 2: Description 1. Compressor unit 8. Moisture separator 2. Motor 9. Fluid filter 3. Oil cooler 10. Fluid fill 4. Electrical enclosure 11. Fluid fill sight glass 5. E-stop button 12. Separator/sump tank 6.
2: Description SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual The fractional percentage of fluid remaining in the com- 2.4 Compressor cooling and lubrication pressed air collects on the surface of the separator ele- system, functional description ment as the compressed air flows through the separator.
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 2: Description 1. Compressor unit 4. Moisture separator 2. Separator/sump tank 5. Cooler 3. Fluid filter Figure 2-3: Air-cooled, cooling / lubrication and discharge system 02250247-571 R04 Subject to EAR, ECCN EAR99 and related export control restrictions.
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2: Description SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 1. Compressor unit 4. Moisture separator 2. Separator/sump tank 5. Oil cooler 3. Fluid filter 6. Aftercooler Figure 2-4: Water-cooled, cooling / lubrication and discharge system 02250247-571 R04 Subject to EAR, ECCN EAR99 and related export control restrictions.
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 2: Description and an inlet valve. The functional description of the control bypass ports gradually. Excess air is then being returned system is described below in four distinct phases of opera- back internally to the suction end of the compressor unit.
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2: Description SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual compressor to shutdown (time delayed) when no compressed air Automatic operation requirement is present and restart as compressed air is needed. For applications with varied periods of time when there are no air requirements, the controller’s AUTOMATIC mode allows the...
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 2: Description 1. Air inlet 5. Air outlet 2. Minimum pressure/check valve 6. Pressure regulator 3. Blowdown valve 7. Sequencing solenoid valve 4. Separator/sump tank 8. Unload solenoid valve Figure 2-5: Standard pneumatic control system 02250247-571 R04 Subject to EAR, ECCN EAR99 and related export control restrictions.
2: Description SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 2.7 Air inlet system, functional description WARNING Refer to Figure 2-6. The compressor inlet system con- sists of a dry-type air filter, a restriction gauge and an air “The Plastic Pipe Institute recommends against inlet valve.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 2: Description and the air-end provides a full flow to the separator/sump 2.8 Variable speed drive (VSD) tank. A minimum pressure valve set at approximately components 50 psig (3.4 bar) isolates the rising compressor air pres- The VSD, located in the machine’s electrical enclosure,...
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2: Description SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual Notes: 02250247-571 R04 Subject to EAR, ECCN EAR99 and related export control restrictions.
Sul- lair for recommendation. 3.6 Application guide Sullair encourages the user to participate in a fluid analy- sis program with the fluid suppliers. This could result in a fluid change interval differing from that stated in the man- ual.
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3.8 Identification, air-cooled Drawing notes ALLOW 1.25 METERS [4.00 FEET] MINIMUM CLEARANCE AROUND MACHINE FOR ACCESS AND FREE CIRCULATION OF AIR. A FOUNDATION OR MOUNTING CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE WEIGHT OF PACKAGE, AND RIGID ENOUGH TO MAINTAIN THE COMPRESSOR FRAME LEVEL IS REQUIRED. THE COMPRESSOR FRAME MUST BE LEVELLED AND SECURED BETWEEN THE FRAME AND THE FOUNDATION. NO PIPING LOADS ARE PERMITTED AT EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS.
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3.9 Identification, water-cooled Drawing notes ALLOW 1.25 METERS [4.00 FEET] MINIMUM CLEARANCE AROUND MACHINE FOR ACCESS AND FREE CIRCULATION OF AIR. A FOUNDATION OR MOUNTING CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE WEIGHT OF PACKAGE, AND RIGID ENOUGH TO MAINTAIN THE COMPRESSOR FRAME LEVEL IS REQUIRED. THE COMPRESSOR FRAME MUST BE LEVELLED AND SECURED BETWEEN THE FRAME AND THE FOUNDATION. NO PIPING LOADS ARE PERMITTED AT EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS.
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3.10 Piping & instrumentation, air-cooled—SN55, SN75 Key Description Key Description FILTER,AIR Drawing notes INDICATOR, RESTRICTION CONTROL/MOISTURE DRAIN LINES ARE 1/4" TUBING EXCEPT AS NOTED. VALVE,INLET OPTIONAL HEAT TRACE IS APPLIED ONLY TO CONTROL AND COMPRESSOR UNIT MOISTURE DRAIN LINES AND USED ONLY WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUBING.
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3.11 Piping & instrumentation, water-cooled—SN55, SN75 Key Description Key Description FILTER, AIR DRAIN,ZERO LOSS INDICATOR, RESTRICTION Drawing notes VALVE,INLET CONTROL/MOISTURE DRAIN LINES ARE 1/4" TUBING EXCEPT AS NOTED. COMPRESSOR UNIT OPTIONAL HEAT TRACE IS APPLIED ONLY TO CONTROL AND MOTOR MOISTURE DRAIN LINES AND USED ONLY WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUBING.
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3.12 Piping & instrumentation, air-cooled—SN55S, SN75S Key Description Key Description FILTER,AIR OPTIONAL HEAT TRACE IS APPLIED ONLY TO CONTROL AND MOISTURE DRAIN LINES AND USED ONLY WITH STAINLESS INDICATOR,RESTRICTION STEEL TUBING. REFER TO FACE OF ORDER FOR HEAT TRACE REQUIREMENTS. VALVE,INLET COMPRESSOR Component...
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3.13 Piping & instrumentation, water-cooled—SN55S, SN75S Key Description Key Description FILTER, AIR Drawing notes INDICATOR, RESTRICTION CONTROL/MOISTURE DRAIN LINES ARE 1/4" TUBING EXCEPT AS NOTED. VALVE, INLET OPTIONAL HEAT TRACE IS APPLIED ONLY TO CONTROL AND COMPRESSOR MOISTURE DRAIN LINES AND USED ONLY WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUBING.
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3.14 Piping & instrumentation, air-cooled—SN55V, SN75V Key Description Key Description FILTER, AIR OPTIONAL HEAT TRACE IS APPLIED ONLY TO CONTROL AND MOISTURE DRAIN LINES AND USED ONLY WITH STAINLESS INDICATOR, RESTRICTION STEEL TUBING. REFER TO FACE OF ORDER FOR HEAT TRACE REQUIREMENTS.
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3.15 Piping & instrumentation, water-cooled—SN55V, SN75V Key Description Key Description FILTER, AIR CONTROL/MOISTURE DRAIN LINES ARE 1/4" TUBING EXCEPT AS NOTED. INDICATOR, RESTRICTION OPTIONAL HEAT TRACE IS APPLIED ONLY TO CONTROL AND VALVE, INLET MOISTURE DRAIN LINES AND USED ONLY WITH STAINLESS STEEL TUBING.
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Drawing notes CUSTOMER TO FURNISH FUSED OR CIRCUIT BREAKER DISCONNECT PER LOCAL CODES. REMOVE JUMPER FOR AUXILLIARY E-STOP STRING DEVICES. BELDEN TYPE 9842 4 CONDUCTOR 2 TWISTED PAIR WITH SHIELD OR EQUIVALENT TO MATCHING TERMINALS ON NEXT COMPRESSOR FOR SEQUENCING. SEE TRANSFORMER CONNECTION TABLE FOR PROPER VOLTAGE CONNECTION.
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3.17 Wiring diagram, VSD air-cooled parallel wye Drawing notes CUSTOMER TO FURNISH FUSED OR CIRCUIT BREAKER DISCONNECT PER LOCAL CODES. REMOVE JUMPER FOR AUXILLIARY E-STOP STRING DEVICES. BELDEN TYPE 9842 4 CONDUCTOR 2 TWISTED PAIR WITH SHIELD OR EQUIVALENT TO MATCHING TERMINALS ON NEXT COMPRESSOR FOR SEQUENCING.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 4: Installation Section 4 Installation require a minimum of 4 feet (1.25 meters) around the 4.1 Mounting of compressor perimeter of the compressor. A suitable foundation or fabricated support must be established to support the compressor. It should be rigid...
4: Installation SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual utilizing an aftercooler. Cooler water will reduce water- to assure a normal operating temperature. With air- flow requirements and warmer water will increase water- cooled compressors it is possible to use this heat for flow requirements.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 4: Installation 2. Remove the drain plugs located at the bottom of creation of corrosive scale. A thin coating of lime scale is the aftercooler and lubricant cooler. often beneficial in helping to prevent corrosion from form- ing.
4: Installation SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual times the recommended maximum, which will lead to weather conditions can be extreme such that direct rain rapid system failure. or snow may fall on the unit, it should be in a fully enclosed room or building.
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 4: Installation 4.4.1 Pipe sizing WARNING Pipe should be sized at least as large as the discharge connection of the compressor. Piping and fittings should all be suitably rated for the discharge pressure.
4: Installation SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual trap. A drain line should be installed on the condensate voltage drops may impair the performance of the com- drain. pressor. Cable sizes may vary considerably so the mains terminals will accept up to 50 mm2 (1 awg) (37/4 Sk &...
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 4: Installation site the compressor unit, the shaft should be turning bump start the motor for a very short time. If motor rota- clockwise. If the reversed rotation is noted, disconnect tion is correct there will be immediate pressure shown. If the power to the starter and exchange any two of the no pressure is present, reverse rotation is occurring.
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 5: Controller Section 5 Controller 5.1 Controller layout Figure 5-1: Controller layout and button functions Description Function Push to start the compressor. Can also be used to reset maintenance and warning messages while the compressor Start button is running.
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5: Controller SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual There are four status indicators that identify the current operational status of the machine: • Power-On Indicator (Blue) – Lights when power is applied to the controller. It will blink slowly to indicate that Automatic Restart After Power Failure is enabled.
5.2 Home page 1. Main menu button (red square) Figure 5-2: Home page—Analog/Digital Panel screen (default) For a complete overview of the controller, see the Sullair • The gauge area below shows discharge tem- Touch Screen (STS) Controller User Manual (P/N perature, discharge pressure, and sump pres- 02250241-178 R00) for more information.
5: Controller SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 5.3 Main Menu page Figure 5-3: Main menu page From the main menu, you can navigate to other pages You can reach the main menu by pressing the main that allow you to:...
SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 5: Controller 5.4 User Preferences page Figure 5-4: User preferences page The following user interface options are available under • Note: The display language changes immediately upon selection. User Preferences: • Home Screen. The user can choose between •...
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Green solid browser. LMU on Red solid To sign up for an AirLinx account, please visit sullair.com or e-mail CRC@sullair.com for a digital sign-up form. If Table 5-2: GPS LED definitions (LED #4, red/green) you need connection assistance, please call 888-320- 8332 or send an e-mail to Support@opc247.com.
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 6: Maintenance Section 6 Maintenance “Excessive compressor fluid consumption” for a probable 6.1 General cause and remedy. WARNING After a routine start has been made, observe the control- ler display and be sure it monitors the correct readings for their particular phase of operation.
6: Maintenance SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 5. Install the element into the filter canister. 6.6 Filter maintenance 6. Screw the canister to the filter head. Tighten to 30 to 35 ft•lb (40.5 to 47.3 N·m). Restart compressor and check for leaks.
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 6: Maintenance Refer to Figure 6-3. The separator element must be 6.7 Separator maintenance changed when indicated by the STS Controller, or once a Replace the separator element when indicated by the year, whichever occurs first.
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6: Maintenance SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual ter assembly No. 02250117-782, and use the following 6.8 Oil return / sight glass instructions as a guide. maintenance 1. Disconnect the tube at bottom of sight glass. 2. Unscrew the sight glass assembly where the elbow fitting joins the strainer/filter.
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 6: Maintenance coupling alignment unnecessary. The coupling is a jaw 6.10 Water condensate drain type in shear. If the elastomeric element requires maintenance replacement due to wear or breakage, order replacement If your compressor is fitted with the standard solenoid element no.
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6: Maintenance SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual Symptom Probable cause Remedy Check power supply for 24V DC output. Loss of control voltage Replace power supply if necessary. Low incoming voltage Consult power company. Reset. If trouble persists, check that line pres-...
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SN55, SN55S, SN55V, SN75, SN75S, SN75V User Manual 6: Maintenance Symptom Probable cause Remedy Leak in control system caus- Check for leaks. ing loss of pressure signals Remove the intake hose and check for inlet Inlet valve stuck open valve operation.
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Sullair, LLC 1 Sullair Way Michigan City, IN 46360 USA www.sullair.com 1-800-SULLAIR (USA only) 1-219-879-5451 (non-USA) Information and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Subject to EAR, ECCN EAR99 and related export control restrictions.