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Oceanus This information is believed to be accurate by Bauer Compressors, Inc., as of it’s date of publication, but Bauer offers NO WARRANTY regarding the accuracy, or continuing accuracy, of the information set forth herein. Bauer shall not be liable for inaccuracies in, or consequences resulting from, your use of this information.
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 How To Use This Manual This manual contains the operating and maintenance instructions for the Bauer Compressors, Inc. prod- ucts listed on the front cover. All instructions in this manual should be observed and carried out as written to prevent damage or prema- ture wear to the product or the equipment served by it.
Serial Number 32165 Date of Manufacture 02/2005 Quantity required Part Number N04860 Part Description Valve Figure 1-1 Compressor Identification Plate BAUER BAUER COMPRESSORS, INC. COMPRESSORS NORFOLK, VIRGINIA U.S.A MODEL NO. BLOCK NO. SERIAL NO. PRESSURE PSIG CAPACITY CHG. RATE MOTOR SPEED...
MNL-0295 ^ WARNING The use of repair parts other than those included in the Bauer Replacement Parts Lists may create unsafe conditions over which Bauer has no control. Such unsafe conditions can lead to accidents that may be life- threatening, cause substantial bodily injury, and/or result in damage to the equipment. Therefore, Bauer Compressors, Inc.
1.4 Descriptions 1.4.1 Compressor Unit Purpose The Oceanus-E1, Oceanus-E3, and Oceanus-G are designed to compress air for breathing as required in diving applications. The maximum allowable operating pressure (adjusted pressure on the final safety valve) is 5,000 psi (350 bar).
Oceanus Figure 1-4 Oceanus with Three Phase Electric Motor 1. Fill Hose 4. Three Phase Motor 7. Fanwheel Shroud 2. Fill Valve w/Pressure Gauge 5. Final Pressure Safety Valve 8. Pressure Maintaining Valve 3. Motor Terminal Box 6. Handle 9. Condensate Drain Valve...
Oceanus 1.4.3 Air Flow Diagram See Figure 1-7. On units with a gasoline engine drive the air is drawn in through the Telescopic Tube (1) which moves the intake air source away from the engine exhaust. On all units the intake air goes through the Intake Filter (2) and is compressed to final pressure in the Cylinders (3, 4 and 5).
Oceanus CHAPTER 2: OPERATION 2.1 Preparation for Operation Prior to operating the unit for the first time, read this Instruction Manual carefully. 1. Make sure that all persons operating the compressor unit and associated equipment are familiar with the function of all controls and indicators.
MNL-0295 2. As soon as the final pressure safety valve blows off, open the condensate valve and drain conden- sate. The unit is now ready for filling operations. 2.3 Filling Procedure ^ WARNING Ensure the intake air is free from noxious gas, exhaust fumes and solvent vapors. On units employing a gasoline engine it is most important to use the telescopic tube provided for this purpose.
Oceanus 2.3.3 Purging the Compressor Unit. Carbon Dioxide is naturally present in the atmosphere with an 350 - 400 ppm. The molecular sieve used in the purifier for drying the breathing air is, as well as other capabilities, able to adsorb Carbon Dioxide which is accumulated in cartridge.
MNL-0295 Figure 2-1 Air Storage Bottle Valve Operating Sequence 2.3.4.1 Connecting the Fill Hose to the Storage Bottle 1. Close both the Fill Valve (6) and the Bottle Valve (3). 2. Connect the compressor fill hose assembly to the Air Storage Bottle (1) utilizing the fill yoke. Secure the fill yoke in place and seal the connection by tightening the Fill Yoke Knob (2).
Oceanus 2.4 Shut-Down Procedures On all units first close the fill valve. 2.4.1 Units with Electrical Motor Turn off electrical power with the appropriate switch 2.4.2 Units with a Gasoline Engine Shut down the gasoline engine with either the stop button or stop lever. (See manufacturers instruction manual.)
Type of Oil NOTICE The part number for the oil delivered in all Oceanus compressor units is Bauer P/N: OIL- 0024 Due to the thermal load on the compressor, only high quality oil should be used. It is recommended that you restrict oil to Bauer P/N OIL-0024 which has a proven record of success and is specified for this compressor.
Oceanus 3.1.4 Oil Change Procedures 1. Run the compressor until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off. 2. Remove the oil dipstick from oil filler tube. 3. While the oil is still warm, remove oil drain plug and drain oil into an appropriate container.
MNL-0295 3.3 Intermediate Separator An intermediate separator is mounted on the compressor block. This separator is designed to remove oil and water which accumulates due to the cooling of the medium after the compression process. Separation is achieved by means of centrifugal action provided by a vortex plate (1) Figure 3-3 Intermediate Separator 1.
Oceanus discharge valve open. The 1st Stage combines the intake and discharge valves in a common plate valve assembly. (Figure 3-5) Figure 3-4 Valve Function Intake Discharge Figure 3-5 1st Stage Plate Valve Discharge Intake Side Side From Intake Stage...
MNL-0295 3.4.2 Initial Operational Check After maintenance work on the valves, the valves should be checked for proper operation. Note that the intake line to the valve heads is warm and the outlet piping should be hot. This indicates the valves are operating correctly.
Oceanus 3.4.4 Changing the 1st Stage Valves 1. Loosen the two cap nuts from tube connectors and remove after-cooler. 2. Remove four valve head screws (5) from valve head (1). Remove valve head. 3. Remove gasket (2) and plate valve (3).
MNL-0295 3.4.5 Changing the 2nd Stage Valves Both the intake and discharge valves can be serviced from the top of the head. See Figure 3-7. 1. Remove two nuts (1) and spring washers (2) 2. Remove valve cover plate (3) 3.
Oceanus 3.4.6 Changing the 3rd Stage Valves On this valve head, the valves are arranged on the upper and lower side due to the small diameter of the 3rd stage head. See Figure 3-8. Figure 3-8 3rd Stage Valve Head 1.
MNL-0295 4. Remove Allen screws (7) and take off valve head cover (6). 5. To lift discharge valve out of valve head put two flat head screwdrivers into grooves of the pressure valve body. See Figure 3-9. If necessary turn valve to loosen it, using a 13 mm open end wrench on the flat surfaces of the valve.
Oceanus 3.5 Repair and Troubleshooting 3.5.1 General Repair Instructions Preventive maintenance usually involves replacing the valves, gaskets and sealing rings as well as carry- ing out the maintenance work. Repair work can be carried out on the compressor block to a certain extent but a certain experience and skill level is necessary.
MNL-0295 3.5.2 Troubleshooting Tables 3.5.2.1 Compressor Block TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Condensate drain valves leaking Tighten and reseal. Final pressure safety valve Replace safety valve defective (blows to soon) No cartridge in P0 Filter system. Compressor does not attain final (air escaping through the car- Replace cartridge pressure.
Oceanus 3.5.2.2 Electric Motor TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Check all fuses, terminal connec- tions, wire leads, make sure that Motor will not start Electric circuitry faulty motor data complies with mains supply. Motor runs erratically V-belt worn Replace V-belt 3.5.2.3 Gasoline Engine...
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Oceanus 3.7 Manual Condensate Drain System 3.7.1 Description The purpose of the manual condensate drain system is to provide a means to drain the filters of accumu- lated condensation. The manual condensate drain system consists of the following items: 1. Manual condensate drain valves on the intermediate filter and the P0 purification system.
MNL-0295 CHAPTER 4: OCEANUS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ^ WARNING Always shut down and decompress the complete system prior to carrying out any work on the compressor Never repair pressure lines by soldering or welding. ^ CAUTION Change the purifier cartridge according to the Maintenance Schedule.
Oceanus 4.2.2 Every 125 Operating Hours Date Signature Clean intake filter cartridge Check V-belt and replace if necessary 4.2.3 Every 1000 Operating Hours or Annually Date Signature Valve Check 4.2.4 Every 2000 Operating Hours or Biennially Date Signature Change synthetic based compressor oil.
MNL-0295 4.2.6 After Repair Work Date Signature Check functioning and tightness of fill valve. Clean intake filter and intake filter cartridge. Check tightness of O-rings Check tension and condition of V-belt. Check tightness of all cooler pipes and couplings. Check cooler brackets Check zero pressure position on the final pressure gauge when depressurized Tighten valve head bolts and studs...
Oceanus 4.2.7 After Storage and Preservation Date Signature Check functioning and tightness of filling valve Clean intake filter and intake filter cartridge Check condition of O-rings Check V-belt tension and condition Check tightness of all cooler pipes and couplings Check cooler brackets...
MNL-0295 CHAPTER 5: PURIFICATION SYSTEM 5.1 General The purpose of all Bauer breathing air purification systems is to remove Carbon Monoxide, oil, water, taste and odor from the compressed air stream before final delivery. For this reason Bauer purification systems are installed immediately before the compressed air delivery point 5.1.1 General Purification System Procedures 1.
Oceanus 5.1.4 Model, Serial Number and Part Number Identification 5.1.4.1 Compressor Dataplate The model number, date of manufacture and serial number can be found on the compressor unit identifi- cation plate in the main electrical enclosure and frame. Figure 5-2...
MNL-0295 5.1.5 Breathing Air Purification System Configurations Number and Type of Cartridges Processing Capacity Purification System Dryer Purification Securus cubic ft. (ft) ® Combined 3,200 … … 15,000 … … 40,000 P2 with Securus … … 67,000 ® … 60,000 …...
Oceanus 5.1.6 Cartridge Operating Life Every Bauer Purification System is designed to process a certain volume of air before the cartridges require replacement. By using special test equipment that measures the quality of air at the outlet any quality reduction may be detected. However as most compressor owners do not have this test equipment the recommended method of determining cartridge operating life is to maintain a written record of the volume of air processed by the purification system.
MNL-0295 Figure 5-3 Correction Factor for Cartridge Operating Hours Ambient Temperature in °C Cartridge Op. Hrs. °C °F Correction factor (°F - 32) x 5/9 °C x 9/5 +32 0.21 0.34 0.58 1.00 1.81 3.44 Figure 5-4 Example Record of Adjusted Operating Hours 10/19/04 92°F 0.48...
MNL-0295 5.2 P0 Purification System 5.2.1 Description The P0 Purification System consists of a separator and a cartridge chamber. In the separator surrounding the cartridge chamber, liquid oil and water particles are separated from the compressed air by a pipe noz- zle.
MNL-0295 5.2.3 Maintenance 5.2.3.1 Replacing the Cartridge See Figure 5-6. 1. Depressurize system before starting any maintenance, by opening the condensate drain valve and bleed valve. 2. Unscrew plug (5) on top of the housing (4). 3. Extract old cartridge. (2) 4.
Oceanus 6. Tighten the indicator cap (2) hand tight. Figure 5-8 Moisture Indicator 1. Indicator Cap 3. Spring 2. Indicator Element 4. Indicator Base Page 60 2nd Edition, Rev. 0 Chg. 14...
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Oceanus 5.2.4 Replacement Parts List Figure 5-9 P0 Purification System Parts List Item Qty Part No. Description Notes ♦ 077159-D-V001 P0 Purification System † — Plug Available only with 077159-D-V001 N4586 O-ring N25212 O-ring † — Housing Available only with 077159-D-V001 †...
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MNL-0295 Figure 5-9 (cont.) P0 Purification System Item Qty Part No. Description Notes 57937 Cover N16591 O-ring 57904 Connection Pipe N24788 O-ring N19547 Allen Screw Washer N24910 Male Run Tee Connector N20287 Male Connector SCR-0139 Allen Screw N4882 O-ring N15550 Rubber Wrap N15500 Clamp...
MNL-0295 Figure 5-11 CO & Moisture Indicator Item Qty Part No. Description Notes ♦ IND-0015 † … Indicator Cap Available only with IND-0015 ELM-0056 Indicating Element CO & Moisture indicator † … Spring Available only with IND-0015 † … Indicator Base Available only with IND-0015 August 27, 2009 Page 65...
Oceanus MISCELLANEOUS CHAPTER 6: 6.1 Safety Valves 6.1.1 Description All three compressor stages are protected by safety valves. The first and second stage safety valves are adjusted to the correct pressure and sealed at the factory. The final stage safety valve is mounted on top of the P0 Filter System and is adjusted to the operating pressure of the unit.
MNL-0295 6.3 Cooling System 6.3.1 General The cylinders of the compressor block, the intermediate coolers, and the after-cooler are all air cooled. For this purpose the compressor is equipped with a fanwheel connected to the crankshaft at the end opposite the V-belt pulley. It draws cooling air through the fanwheel cover from the surrounding atmo- sphere.
Oceanus 6.4.3 V-belt Tension Adjustment 1. Slightly loosen the bolts holding the prime mover onto the base plate (1). Figure 6-5 Electric Motor Adjustment 1. Adjust motor position until the V-belt tension is correct (2). 2. Tighten the prime mover mounting bolts.
Oceanus CHAPTER 7: APPENDIX 7.1 Safety 7.1.1 General Safety Precautions • Read the operating manual before installing or operating this compressor unit. Follow appropriate handling, operation and maintenance procedures from the very beginning. The maintenance schedule contains measures required to keep this compressor unit in good condition. Maintenance is simple, but must be executed regularly to achieve safe operation, maximum efficiency and long service life.
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• The use of repair parts other than those listed in this manual or purchased from Bauer Compressors, Inc. may create unsafe conditions over which Bauer has no control. Such unsafe conditions can lead to accidents that may be life-threatening, cause substantial bodily injury, and/or result in damage to the equipment.
Oceanus 7.1.2 Safety Warning Labels Notes, labels and warning signs are displayed on the compressor unit according to model, application or equipment and may include any of the following. HOT SURFACES DO NOT TOUCH! Danger of burning if cylinders, cylinder heads, or pressure lines of individual compressor stages are touched.
• After operation in a salt air environment the unit should be sprayed with anticorrosion protection (e.g. Quicksilver Corrosion Guard). • All Oceanus units should be operated in an area with sufficient ventilation and stored below decks after operation 7.2.2 Outdoor Location ^ CAUTION Keep unit away from flammable items.
Oceanus 2. Arrange for the equipment to be connected by an electrician to ensure correct installation of the electrical wiring. 3. For units which are permanently installed, a main switch must be provided. The main switch must have a minimum contact gap of 1/8” (3 mm) on each pole.
MNL-0295 NOTICE The compressor is not salt-water resistant! If it is not in use keep the unit in a dry place. 7.3.2 Preservation 7.3.2.1 Preparation for Preservation Before preserving the compressor unit, run it until it reaches the specified service pressure then keep it running for approximately 10 minutes.
Oceanus 4. Open condensate drain valves and release compressed air. Close condensate drain valves again. 5. Reapply preservation procedures. (See Paragraph 7.3.2.2) 6. Changing the Lube Oil for Preservation. 7. After prolonged storage, the oil will age in the compressor and engine. It should be drained and replaced after a period of no more than two years.
MNL-0295 7.4 Tables and Reference Data 7.4.1 Tightening Torque Values NOTICE Unless otherwise specified in text, the following tightening torque values apply. The indicated torque values are valid for bolts in greased condition. Replace self-retaining nuts on reassembly. Bolt or screw Thread Max.
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