Nu-Way GB 535 Installation & Maintenance Manual

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Installation & Maintenance Manual
GB 535 / GB 540
GB 3160 / GB 3500
Gas Booster
11/12
Tel: +44 (0) 1905 794331 Fax: +44 (0) 1905 794017 Email: info@nu-way.co.uk Web: www.nu-way.co.uk

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  • Page 1 Installation & Maintenance Manual GB 535 / GB 540 GB 3160 / GB 3500 Gas Booster 11/12 Tel: +44 (0) 1905 794331 Fax: +44 (0) 1905 794017 Email: info@nu-way.co.uk Web: www.nu-way.co.uk...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents GENERAL ............................... 3 OPERATION ............................3 ELECTRICAL ............................3 SPARES & COMPONENTS ........................3 OPTIONAL EXTRAS ..........................3 BOOSTER / BURNER OPERATING MODES ..................4 Single Booster / Burner Operation ....................... 4 Single Booster/Multi Burner Operation ....................4 Automatic Twin Duty Standby Operation .....................
  • Page 3: General

    The Gas Safety (Installations & Use) Regulations 1988. Nu-way gas boosters are suitable for use with both natural and clean, dry manufactured gases, giving the performance shown on page 10. The maximum ambient temperature should not exceed 40°C.
  • Page 4: Booster / Burner Operating Modes

    Changeover to the standby booster in the event of a failure of the booster is automatic. Manual isolating valves and non-return valves (not supplied by Nu-way) must be fitted to comply with IGE/UP/2.
  • Page 5: Gas Booster Dimensions

    GAS BOOSTER DIMENSIONS GB 3160 & GB 3500 (Single Booster with Panel) Dimensions (mm) Approximate Dimensions (mm) for separate panels Operation Height Width Depth Automatic twin duty standby Page 5 of 20...
  • Page 6 GB 540/1-3 (Single Booster with Panel) Dimensions (mm) Page 6 of 20...
  • Page 7: Installation Instructions

    Institute of Gas Engineers Publication IGE/UP/2. It is recommended that Nu-way gas boosters are positioned as close to the combustion equipment as is reasonably possible, in non-hazardous atmospheres where the ambient temperature will not exceed 40°C, but must not be installed in governor or meter rooms.
  • Page 8: Gas Booster Anti-Vibration Kit

    Gas Booster Anti-Vibration Kit General The Nu-way gas booster anti-vibration kit is standard supply. For a twin duty standby unit, two kits will be required. Installation Flexible connections and anti-vibration mountings should be installed in accordance with Codes of Practice.
  • Page 9: Gas Pressure Switches

    GAS PRESSURE SWITCHES The booster is supplied with gas pressure switches (as required), they are either fitted to the rear of the control panel, or in the case of duty standby systems mounted on a bracket above the booster. The purpose of the switches is to monitor the inlet and outlet pressures. Adjustment of the switches is achieved by removal of the clear plastic cover and turning the dial to the required setting.
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    The relevant instructions given on page 7 should be consulted. When the fan assembly requires replacement the complete Nu-way unit must be substituted and fitted in accordance with the instructions supplied with the kit. Care must be taken not to over-tighten the bearing securing nuts as this can damage the fan chamber.
  • Page 11: Belt And Pulley Replacements

    Belt and Pulley Replacements When ordering spares the full data plate details should be supplied. To replace these items the following procedure should be adopted:- Switch off and isolate the booster power supply, remove the belt guard. Support the weight of the motor platform and remove the existing belt. Clean or replace the pulleys (see note below).
  • Page 12: Optional Extras

    OPTIONAL EXTRAS Acoustic Cover Dimensions (mm) NOTE: Do not obstruct any of the apertures in this cover. Dimensions are to assist with installation only. Do not attempt to reproduce. GB 3160 & GB 540 GB 3500 Page 12 of 20...
  • Page 13: Gas Booster Reservoir

    This will prevent nuisance tripping of the pressure switch due to transient pressure changes, but will ensure safe shutdown in the event of a drop in inlet pressure. A reservoir is available from Nu-way (Part No. T99-057E), contact Nu- way Sales Dept.
  • Page 14: Slow Pressure Ramp Up And Speed Control Options

    SLOW PRESSURE RAMP UP AND SPEED CONTROL OPTIONS INTRODUCTION The gas booster can be fitted with an inverter controller to provide Slow Pressure Ramp Up to reduce the pressure reduction on the upstream gas pipework and equipment. This device can be programmed to control the gas booster to ramp up to full speed from x seconds to y seconds.
  • Page 15: Gb3160 / Gb3500 Vsd General Arrangement

    GB3160 / GB3500 VSD GENERAL ARRANGEMENT SLOW PRESSURE RAMP UP INVERTER CONTROL AND OPERATION The function of the Slow Pressure Ramp Up inverter control system is to control the time taken for the gas booster to reach full speed. This is controlled by entering the required ramp up time in the controller (see SET UP PROCEDURE FOR DANFOSS VLT MICRO DRIVE- default set to 10 seconds).
  • Page 16: Set Up Procedure For Danfoss Vlt Micro Drive

    SET UP PROCEDURE FOR DANFOSS VLT MICRO DRIVE (Refer to Danfoss Operating Instructions and Programming Guide) Set switch 4 on s200 to voltage (U) for thermistor. The switches are accessible when the terminal cover is removed (see page 14-15 in the operating instructions, note ON=I, OFF=U) Power up the VSD and press “Menu”...
  • Page 17: Vsd Booster Fc51 Vlt Microdrive Parameters

    To enter the main menu press “Menu” PB on keypad until “Main Menu” is highlighted and use the up/down arrows and “OK” PB to access the menu group required. Press the up/down arrow to adjust to the required value and press “OK” to enter. Either press up/down arrow to reach another parameter in the same group or back to return to parameter groups and back again to return to the status screen.
  • Page 18: Performance Graph

    PERFORMANCE GRAPH Pressure Drop for Nu-way Supplied Flexible Couplings Page 18 of 20...
  • Page 19 NOTES Page 19 of 20...
  • Page 20 Enertech Limited, P O Box 1, Vines Lane Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 8NA Tel: +44 (0) 1905 794331 Fax: +44 (0) 1905 794017 Email: info@nu-way.co.uk Web: www.nu-way.co.uk Page 20 of 20...

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