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Instruction Book 1310 3011 65 Ed. 1 2004-09 “Copyright 1999, Atlas Copco Compressors, Inc. Holyoke, Massachusetts Any unauthorized use or copying of the contents or any part of this book is prohibited. This applies in particular to trademarks, model denominations, part numbers and drawings.”...
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Service plan: First start-up date: Selected Lubricants Compressor: Capacity: Bearing grease type, electric motor: Printed Matter Nos. Atlas Copco instruction book / rev: Atlas Copco logbook: Atlas Copco parts list / rev: Engine parts list: Local Atlas Copco Representative Name: Address:...
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Contents Safety Precautions for Portable Compressors Introduction General Safety Precautions Safety during use and operation Safety During Maintenance and Repair Tool Applications Safety Batteries Ether fuel Systems Pressure vessels Safety valve 1.10 Injury Prevention Leading Particulars Description of Safety Pictograms Used in this Manual General Description Main Parts Air Flow (see Fig.
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The policy of Atlas Copco is to provide the users of their equipment with safe, reliable and efficient products. Whenever there is an indication or any suspicion that...
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21 Protect the engine, alternator, air intake filter, electrical Place the unit on level ground and chock the wheels before and regulating components, etc. to prevent moisture disconnecting the unit from the towing vehicle. Unclip the ingress, e.g. when steam-cleaning. safety break-away cable 22 When performing any operation involving heat, flames When the unit has to operate in a fire-hazardous...
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13 Never operate the unit in surroundings where there is Never use flammable solvents or carbon tetrachloride for a possibility of taking in flammable or toxic fumes. cleaning parts. Take safety precautions against toxic vapors of cleaning liquids. 14 Never operate the unit at pressures or speeds below or in excess of the limit ratings stated on the Principal Scrupulously observe cleanliness during maintenance and Data sheet.
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11 Use the correct type and size of screwdriver for the as an explosive condition may result in severe engine job. The bit must match the fastener. damage or personal injury. 12 A screwdriver with rounded edges will slip; it needs to This type of fuel is extremely flammable, toxic and be redressed or discarded.
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Following checks must be carried out: If the working process produces fumes, dust or vibration hazards, etc., take the necessary steps to eliminate the risk A check of the opening of the lifting gear,1 or 2 times a of personnel injury. year.
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The standard XAS 97 is equipped with a non-adjustable drawbar with a towing eye and road lighting. As an option, the unit can be equipped with electric, hyduralic Fig. 2.1 General view of XAS 97 JD and/or parking brake. 2.2 General Description When driving backwards the hyduralic brake is not engaged automatically.
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2.3 Main Parts AR/OS Fig 2.3 Main parts of XAS 97 JD Air Filter Engine Engine Oil Filler Cap OLG Oil Level Gauge Air Filter Compressor Fuel Filter (Final) Oil Separator Air Receiver Fuel Filter (Primary) Pressure Gauge Air Outlet Valve...
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Compressor Regulating System (Load Condition) Fig. 2.4 Compressor Regulating System Air Filter Engine Engine Alternator Scavenge Line Air Filter Compressor Exhaust Pipe Loading Valve Speed Regulator Air Receiver Cooling Fan MPV Minimum Pressure Safety Valve Air Outlet Valve Fuel Filler Cap Nozzle Temperature Switch BDV Blow Down Valve...
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A temperature switch (TS) and a working pressure gauge pressure variation is sensed by the regulating valve which, by (PG) are comprised in the system. means of control air to the unloader, matches the air output to the air consumption. The air receiver pressure is maintained A blow-down valve (BDV) is fitted in the unloader assembly between the pre-selected working pressure and the to automatically depressurize the air receiver (AR) when...
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Electrical System Circuit Diagram 2.7.1 Figure 2.7 Circuit diagram Circuit breaker (10A) Hour meter Alternator Fuel Level Gauge Battery Contact switch (Off-On-Override-start) Temperature alarm lamp Temperature switch engine General alarm lamp Oil pressure switch engine HTR Engine pre-heater (Glow plug) Lamp test switch Starter solenoid (part of M1) Temperature switch (Compressor)
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Figs. 3.1A-C) Thermocontact engine S2 normally closed, oil pressure contact S3 open. Atlas Copco XAS97 compressors may be supplied to a Start button S1 position 3: customer with a folded drawbar (see Fig. 3.1A). The drawbar is positioned in it’ s upright position for shipping purposes only.
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engine. This causes overheating and engine power decrease. 3.1.3 Towing Instructions Before towing the compressor, make sure that the towing equipment of the vehicle matches the towing eye or ball connector The drawbar should be as level as possible and the compressor and towing eye end in a level position.
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Fuse reset (Circuit breaker) located inside the unit on the control panel’ s You may order Service Paks from your local Atlas Copco dealer. cover Temperature alarm (red) 4.2 Preventive Maintenance Schedule For...
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Compressor/Engine Specifications (section 7.2) for the torque values. 4.3 Lubrication oils 4.4.1 Check Engine Oil Level It is strongly recommended to use Atlas Copco branded Consult also the Engine Operation Manual for the oil lubrication oils for compressor. specifications, viscosity recommendations and oil change intervals.
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4.7 Battery Care change the oil more frequently. In this case, contact Atlas Copco. Before handling batteries, read the relevant safety precautions and act accordingly. Run the compressor until warm. Close the outlet valve(s) and stop the compressor.
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When charging batteries, each cell must be To purchase service paks contact your local Atlas Copco open, i.e. plugs and/or cover removed. representative.
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Adjustments and Servicing Procedures 5.1 Adjustment of the Continuous Regulating System (See Fig. 5.1) Fig. 5.1 Compressor Regulating System The working pressure is determined by the tension of the Open an outlet valve just enough to let the engine run at spring in the regulating valve.
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The air receiver is tested according to official standards. Regularly have inspections carried out in conformity with local 5.2.2 Recommendations regulations. The Atlas Copco air filters are specially designed 5.4 Safety Valve for the application. The use of non-genuine air filters may lead to severe damage of engine All adjustments or repairs are to be done by an and/or compressor element.
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Unscrew the final filter element (1) from the adapter It is assumed that the engine is in good condition and that there head. is adequate fuel flow to the filter and injection equipment. Clean the adapter head sealing surface. Lightly oil the An electrical fault must be traced by an electrician.
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Check the maximum speed, service the Engine does not run at maximum fuel filter. speed. Have element removed and inspected Oil separator element (OS) clogged. by an Atlas Copco Service representative. 12. No air output. Drive coupling broken. Consult Atlas Copco. 13. Working pressure rises See faults 10.
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Check engine cooling; see engine operation manual 16. Air and oil expelled from Unloader valve defective, Repair valve. air filter after stopping. Wrong oil type with no foam- Consult Atlas Copco. retarding additives. 17. Compressor Insufficient compressor cooling, Relocate compressor for adequate overheating, ventilation.
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-Relative air humidity Free air delivery is measured according to ISO 1217 ed. 3 1996 annex D which corresponds to American ANSI PTC9. With a tolerance of :+/- 5% 25 l/s<FAD<250 l/s Engine XAS 97 JD Make........................... John Deere Model.......................... 4024T Type ...........................
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