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  • Page 1 CPS 7.0 LRC - CPS 250 Instruction Manual English...
  • Page 3 Instruction Manual for Portable Compressors CPS 7.0 LRC - CPS 250 Printed matter N° 2950 8310 00 CHICAGO PNEUMATIC - PORTABLE ENERGY DIVISION www.cp.com 06/2018...
  • Page 4 Neglecting maintenance or making changes to the setup of the machine can result in major hazards, including fire risk. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, Chicago Pneumatic does not assume responsibility for possible errors.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Preface Starting/Stopping ........30 5.4.1 Control panel ......... 31 Follow the instructions in this booklet and we guarantee you years of troublefree operation. It is a Safety precautions ........7 Maintenance ..........32 solid, safe and reliable machine, built according to Personal protective equipment ......
  • Page 6 Electrical diagram ........52 Dataplate ........... 54 Disposal............55 Maintenance Log ........56 - 8 -...

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    In addition, the electrical technician may statements will therefore not always apply to a carry out electrical repairs within the various The policy of Chicago Pneumatic is to provide the particular unit. enclosures of the unit. This includes work on live users of their equipment with safe, reliable and electrical components.

  • Page 8: General Safety Precautions

    12 Mind the markings and information labels on the disclaimed by Chicago Pneumatic. Whenever there is an indication or any suspicion unit. The manufacturer does not accept any liability for any...

  • Page 9: Safety During Transport And Installation

    SAFETY DURING TRANSPORT AND - ascertain that the towing eye can swivel freely Lifting hooks, eyes, shackles, etc., shall never be on the hook, bent and shall only have stress in line with their INSTALLATION design load axis. The capacity of a lifting device - check that the wheels are secure and that the diminishes when the lifting force is applied at an Transport of the unit has to be done by authorized/...

  • Page 10: Safety During Use And Operation

    13 Never refill fuel while the unit is running, unless injury. to alert people entering the room, for even otherwise stated in the Chicago Pneumatic relatively short times, about the need to wear The air line end connected to the outlet valve instruction book.

  • Page 11: Safety During Maintenance And Repair

    18 The unit has parts, which may be accidentally 25 Remember that where there is visible dust, the SAFETY DURING MAINTENANCE AND touched by personal, of which the temperature finer, invisible particles will almost certainly be REPAIR can be in excess of 80°C (176°F). The insulation present too;...

  • Page 12: Tool Applications Safety

    Make sure that no tools, loose parts or rags are left 15 Protect the engine, alternator, air intake filter, 23 Make sure that oil, solvents and other substances in or on the machine. Never leave rags or loose electrical and regulating components, etc., to likely to pollute the environment are properly clothing near the engine air intake.

  • Page 13: Specific Safety Precautions

    The pressure vessel is only to be used for the correct parts supplied by Chicago Pneumatic and Overfilling the battery can also lead to acid burns applications as specified above and in accordance in accordance with the instructions available for as the battery can spit electrolyte while gassing.
  • Page 14 The set pressure should be periodically checked for accuracy. When fitted, the compressors should be operated at pressures not less than 75% of the set pressure to ensure free and easy movement of internal parts. The frequency of tests is influenced by factors such as the severity of the operating environment and aggressiveness of the pressurised medium.

  • Page 15: Leading Particulars

    The unit is equipped with a QR code label. You will The compressor type CPS 7.0 LRC and CPS 250 are find the QR code next to the operating panel. silenced, single-stage, oil-injected screw Scanning the code with your smartphone or tablet will...
  • Page 16 Engine Regulation Fuel system The compressor is driven by a liquid-cooled diesel The compressor is provided with a continuous The fuel feed lines and fuel filtration are designed in engine. regulating system and a blow-down valve which is such a way that after running the fuel tank dry, air integrated in the unloader assembly.
  • Page 17 Lifting eye Lubricator A lifting eye is accessible through a rubber covered A tool lubricator is a reservoir that can keep 2.4 l of hole at the top of the unit. lubricant. The lubricant is picked up by the outgoing air and delivered to the pneumatic tool on the other Road light system (option) end of the air hose.

  • Page 18: Main Parts

    Main Parts - 18 -...
  • Page 19 Reference Name Reference Name Aftercooler Fuel Tank Air Filter (compressor) Fuel Pump Air Filter (engine) Jockey Wheel Air Receiver Muffler Air Outlet Valves OFce Oil Filter (compressor element) Battery Oil Filter (engine) Brake Handle Oil Level Gauge Cooler Oil Separator Compressor Element Regulating Valve Coupling Housing...

  • Page 20: Overview

    Overview - 20 -...

  • Page 21: Markings And Information Labels

    MARKINGS AND INFORMATION LABELS For location of the labels refer to the spare parts manual. Sound power level in accordance Danger, outlet gases. Rotation direction. with Directive 2000/14/EC (expressed in dB (A)). Read the instruction manual before Horizontal towbar position required in Danger, hot surface.

  • Page 22: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions PARKING INSTRUCTIONS PARKING, TOWING AND LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS Safety precautions The operator is expected to apply all relevant Safety precautions. Attention After the first 100 km travel: Check and retighten the wheel nuts and towbar bolts to the specified torque.

  • Page 23: Towing Instructions

    TOWING INSTRUCTIONS Label on towbar, towing instructions Adjustable towbar with jockey wheel and brakes Towing position of jockey wheel The jockey wheel (1) must be blocked by the For both non-adjustable and adjustable towbar, the Before towing the compressor, ensure towbar should be as level as possible and the that the towing equipment of the vehicle blocking pin (4).

  • Page 24: Height Adjustment

    HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (with adjustable towbar)  Remove spring pin (1).  Release locking nut (2).  Adjust required height of the towbar.  Tighten locking nut (2) by hand.  Secondly tighten locking nut (2) using an extension tube (3). ...

  • Page 25: Lifting Instructions

    BALL COUPLING (OPTION) LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS Coupling: Open coupling jaw by pulling the lever vigorously upwards in the direction of the arrow. Lower the opened coupling onto the ball of the vehicle coupling and the lever will automatically be lowered. Closing and locking are carried out automatically.

  • Page 26: Shipping The Compressor

    SHIPPING THE COMPRESSOR Specified shipping vehicle Use only these shipping vehicles to transport the unit to the required location: 1. Curtain Trailers 2. Open Trailers 3. Winch Trucks - 26 -...

  • Page 27: Fixation Tools

    FIXATION TOOLS Use only CE-approved lashing belts (ratchet straps). The lashing belt set has two separate belts, the fixed Removing the Lashing belts The lashing belts (ratchet straps) must be of type LC belt and the adjusting belt. 1. Open the ratchet handle (3). 2000 daN and Stf 350 daN.

  • Page 28: Securing The Unit To The Shipping Vehicle

    SECURING THE UNIT TO THE SHIPPING VEHICLE 1. Place the unit in centre position into the shipping vehicle so that the canopy is parallel to the edges of the shipping vehicle. 2. For tie points 1 to 4, hook the four adjusting belts to the eyes of the unit and four fixed belts to the eyes on the shipping vehicle.

  • Page 29: Operating The Compressor

    For more info, please contact your 7. Check the air filter vacuum indicators (if present). 3. Clean the battery and all related equipment before Chicago Pneumatic Service Center. If the yellow piston reaches the red marked use. service range, have the filter element replaced.

  • Page 30: Starting/Stopping

    STARTING/STOPPING 6. Empty the dust trap of each air filter (AF). See section Cleaning the dust trap. Always use low sulphur diesel and low 7. Check coolant level in engine coolant top tank. SAP engine oils. Sulphur poisons the Top up, if necessary. Consult the Engine catalytic coating of the Diesel Oxidation Operation Manual for coolant specifications.

  • Page 31: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL Reference Designation Pressure indicator Engine coolant low Engine coolant temperature Battery failure Low fuel Meter for running hour LED (red) Compressor Outlet Temperature LED Indicator (red) - 31 -...

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    It guarantees that all necessary parts are replaced at the same time keeping down time to a minimum. Check coupling head for damage The order number of the Service Paks are listed in the Chicago Pneumatic Part List Check height of adjusting facility see Height adjustment (ASL).

  • Page 33: Maintenance Schedule Engine And Compressor

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ENGINE AND COMPRESSOR Maintenance schedule (running hrs) Notes Daily 50 hrs Every 250 Every 500 Every Yearly 2 Yearly after 1000 hrs initial start-up Drain water from fuel filter Drain/Clean fuel tank water and sediments Drain condensate and water from spillage-free frame or catch basin Empty air filter vacuator valves Check engine oil level (if necessary top up)
  • Page 34 Clean oil cooler(s) Clean radiator Analyse coolant (4)(8) Replace air filter element Check/Replace safety cartridge Inspection by Chicago Pneumatic service technician Check engine & compressor anti-vibration pads Check valve in the fuel return line (for mechanical injection system) - 34 -...

  • Page 35: Maintenance Schedule Undercarriage

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE UNDERCARRIAGE Maintenance schedule (km) Notes Daily 50 km after Every 2000 km Yearly 2 Yearly initial start- Check tyre pressure Check tyres for uneven wear Check torque of wheel nuts Check towbar handbrake lever spring actuator, reversing lever, linkage and all movable parts for ease of movement. Grease coupling head, towbar bearings at the housing of the overrun brake Check brake system (if installed) and adjust if necessary...
  • Page 36 6. Gummed or clogged filters means fuel starvation and reduced engine performance. 7. See section Oil Specification. 8. The following part numbers can be ordered from Chicago Pneumatic to check on inhibitors and freezing points: • 2913 0028 00 refractometer •...

  • Page 37: Oil Specification

    OIL SPECIFICATION ENGINE OIL COMPRESSOR OIL It is strongly recommended to use Chicago Pneumatic branded lubrication oils for both compressor and engine. If you want to use another brand of oil, consult Chicago Pneumatic. Never mix synthetic with mineral oil.

  • Page 38: Compressor Oil Level Check

    COMPRESSOR OIL LEVEL CHECK DAILY CHECK CHECK AFTER A LONGER PERIOD WITHOUT RUNNING THE COMPRESSOR Check the compressor oil level daily, after running 1. Check the oil level via the oil level indicator (3). the compressor. The pointer must register in the green area. The compressor oil level needs to be 2.

  • Page 39: Engine Oil Level Check

    It is strongly recommended to use radiator. If necessary top up with coolant. See types. Chicago Pneumatic branded coolant. section Topping up of coolant. Use only non-toxic oils where there is a  Low coolant level can lead to engine overheating, Never mix different coolants and mix the risk of inhaling delivered air.

  • Page 40: Air Filter Engine/Compressor

    AIR FILTER ENGINE/COMPRESSOR CLEANING COOLERS BATTERY Keep the coolers clean to maintain the cooling RECHARGING A BATTERY efficiency. Open the hood and clean the coolers with a fibre brush and compressed air. Before and after charging a battery, always check the electrolyte level in each cell;...

  • Page 41: Spillage-Free Frame

    If the compressor is going to be stored separator + bypass without running regularly, protective Aftercooler + water measures must be taken. separator + bypass + non Contact Chicago Pneumatic for correct return valve measures. Air outlet valve 1 1/2" ball valve Cold start: -20°C (-4°F)

  • Page 42: Problem Solving

    It is assumed that the engine is in good condition. If it’s not possible to solve the problem with this problem solving table, please consult Chicago Pneumatic. Problem: After working some time, the unit stops through a shutdown switch. Possible faults Corrective actions Engine oil pressure too low.

  • Page 43: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications COMPRESSOR / ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCE CONDITIONS Designation Unit CPS 7.0 LRC CPS 7.0 LRC with aftercooler CPS 250 CPS 250 with aftercooler bar(a) Absolute inlet pressure 14.5 14.5 14.5 14.5 Relative humidity °C Air inlet temperature °F bar(g) Nominal effective working pressure 101.5...

  • Page 44: Performance Data (3)

    PERFORMANCE DATA (3) Designation Unit CPS 7.0 LRC CPS 7.0 LRC with aftercooler CPS 250 CPS 250 with aftercooler Engine shaft speed, normal and maximum At pressure setting (bar(g)) 7 2700 2700 2700 2700 At pressure setting (bar(g)) 12 Engine shaft speed, compressor unloaded...

  • Page 45: Design Data

    DESIGN DATA Compressor Designation CPS 7.0 LRC CPS 7.0 LRC with aftercooler CPS 250 CPS 250 with aftercooler Number of compression stages Engine Designation Unit CPS 7.0 LRC CPS 7.0 LRC with aftercooler CPS 250 CPS 250 with aftercooler Make...
  • Page 46 Unit Designation Unit CPS 7.0 LRC CPS 7.0 LRC with aftercooler CPS 250 CPS 250 with aftercooler Capacity of compressor oil system US gal Net capacity of air receiver US gal Air volume at inlet grating (approx.) (1) m³/s Capacity of standard fuel tanks US gal 1 - Air required for engine and compressor cooling, combustion and for compression.

  • Page 47: Altitude Unit Performance Curves

    ALTITUDE UNIT PERFORMANCE CURVES Max. allowable working pressure as a function of altitude and ambient temperature. Graphic represents working conditions. For starting conditions, please contact your Chicago Pneumatic service center. - 47 -...

  • Page 48: Dimension Drawing

    Dimensions drawing DIMENSIONS DRAWING - 9822 0201 00 - 48 -...
  • Page 49 DIMENSIONS DRAWING - 9822 0198 00 - 49 -...
  • Page 50 DIMENSIONS DRAWING - 9822 0199 00 - 50 -...
  • Page 51 DIMENSIONS DRAWING - 9822 0206 00 - 51 -...

  • Page 52: Electrical Diagram

    ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM CIRCUIT DIAGRAM - 9822 0081 01 - 52 -...
  • Page 53 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM - 9822 0081 01 - 53 -...

  • Page 54: Dataplate

    Dataplate Weight Weight ready to operate see dataplate Company code Product code Unit serial number Name of the manufacturer Air outlet EEC or national type approval number Vehicle identification number Air outlet valves 3 x 3/4, 1 x 1 ” Undercarriage A Maximum permitted total weight of the vehicle...

  • Page 55: Disposal

    (for example sand, sawdust) non-recyclable materials. and dispose of it in accordance with applicable local Your Chicago Pneumatic compressor consists for the disposal regulations. Do not drain into the sewage most part of metallic materials, that can be remelted system or surface water.

  • Page 56: Maintenance Log

    Maintenance Log Compressor ......................Customer ........................Serial number................................................Service hours Maintenance action Date By: initials - 56 -...
  • Page 57 Following documents are provided with this unit: - Test Certificate - EC Declaration of Conformity: - 57 -...
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