Instruction Manual

ManualsBrandsVan Air Systems ManualsEquipmentAC 10-1 to 40-1

AUGUST 1995

P/N 32-0224

INSTALLATION, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

AIR-COOLED AFTERCOOLER

FOR COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS

MODELS AC-10-1 thru AC-40-1

WARNING

BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION OR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES, TURN OFF ELECTRICAL POWER AND

COMPLETELY DEPRESSURIZE THE UNIT. FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL

INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.

NEVER REMOVE, REPAIR, OR REPLACE ANY ITEM ON THIS UNIT WHILE IT IS UNDER PRESSURE.

WHEN INSTALLING THIS UNIT, ALWAYS COMPLY WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND ALL OTHER

APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES.

NEVER OPERATE THIS AFTERCOOLER IF THERE IS A LEAK IN THE CORE. IMMEDIATELY TAKE THE UNIT OUT OF

SERVICE AND FIX OR REPLACE THE CORE.

NEVER OPERATE THE AFTERCOOLER ABOVE THE MAXIMUM RATED OPERATING CONDITIONS, AS OUTLINED IN

SECTION 3.1.

NEVER REMOVE THE FAN GUARD WHILE THE AFTERCOOLER IS OPERATING. CONTACT WITH THE ROTATING FAN

BLADE(S) MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE INLET PIPING MAY REACH TEMPERATURES OF 150

F TO 400

F. CONTACT WITH

THE PIPING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

1.1 HANDLING THE AFTERCOOLER

CAUTION

NEVER LIFT THE AFTERCOOLER BY THE CORE OR

INLET AND OUTLET..

WHEN MOVING OR LIFTING THE UNIT, PROTECT

THE CORE FROM ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE.

Take extreme care when unpacking, moving or installing. The

core is exposed. Damage to the core or fins may render the

unit inoperable.

1.2 EQUIPMENT CHECK

Inspect the aftercooler for any damage that may have

occured during shipment. Inspect all items shipped with

the unit.

IF THE UNIT HAS BEEN DAMAGED DURING SHIPMENT:

(1) Notify carrier immediately

(2) DO NOT operate the unit before consulting factory

HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 1

Summary of content (8 pages)

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AUGUST 1995 P/N 32-0224 INSTALLATION, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS AIR-COOLED AFTERCOOLER FOR COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS MODELS AC-10-1 thru AC-40-1 WARNING BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION OR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES, TURN OFF ELECTRICAL POWER AND COMPLETELY DEPRESSURIZE THE UNIT. FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT. NEVER REMOVE, REPAIR, OR REPLACE ANY ITEM ON THIS UNIT WHILE IT IS UNDER PRESSURE.
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ASSEMBLY, LEG INSTALLATION SECTION 2 2.1 INSTALLING THE LEGS This unit was shipped without the legs installed. The legs should be installed before placing the aftercooler in the piping system. Determine the desired position for your installation. Place the aftercooler in that position (horizontal or vertical). Carefully lift and support the unit approximately 1 to 2 feet from the floor. The legs can be mounted two ways: 1. Core mounted horizontally 2.
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SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS SECTION 3 PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. AC-30-1& AC-40-1 CORE MOUNTED HORIZONTALLY AC-30-1& AC-40-1 CORE MOUNTED VERTICALLY AC-10-1& AC-20-1 CORE MOUNTED VERTICALLY AC-10-1& AC-20-1 CORE MOUNTED HORIZONTALLY 3.2 DIMENSIONS AND COMPONENT LOCATIONS © 1995 VAN AIR SYSTEMS INC.
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INSTALLATION SECTION 4 4.1 LOCATION Mount the unit using hardware (not supplied) sized for the mounting holes. CAUTION DO NOT LOCATE THIS AFTERCOOLER WHERE PERSONNEL MAY CONTACT THE INLET PIPING UNLESS THE UNIT IS PROTECTED BY WARNING SIGNS AND/OR A BARRIER. DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE INLET PIPING MAY BECOME EXTREMELY HOT (150OF TO 400OF). CONTACT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. 4.
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INSTALLATION SECTION 4 FIGURE 3 RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION DETAIL 4.5 FREEZE PROTECTION If the aftercooler is to be installed in a location where ambient temperatures may fall below 35oF, heat tracing and/or insulation must be used on the outlet piping to the separator, the separator, and the drain piping. The aftercooler must be protected from the direct wind, i.e. a roof and/or walls. FIGURE 4 SEPARATOR DETAILS The aftercooler should be turned off when ambient temperatures fall below 35oF. 4.
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5.3 REPAIRING LEAKS INSTALLATION 4.7 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION TURN OFF MAIN POWER SUPPLY BEFORE WIRING TO THE AFTERCOOLER. MAKE SURE THAT ALL USER SUPPLIED WIRING IS PROPERLY SIZED TO HANDLE THE AMPERAGE REQUIRED BY THE AFTERCOOLER AND ANY ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT. WHEN WIRING TO THIS UNIT AND ANY OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, ALWAYS COMPLY WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES.
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OPERATION SECTION 5 5.1 START UP INSTRUCTIONS Pressurize the compressed air system. If the aftercooler was interlocked with the compressor, the aftercooler will begin to operate immediately. If the aftercooler was wired on a separate electrical source, turn on the source. Open the inlet and outlet isolation valves on the aftercooler (if installed). Close the bypass valve. The aftercooler is ready for operation. 5.3 SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONS To shut down the aftercooler, turn off the electrical power source.
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TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 7 7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 1. FAN MOTOR NOT OPERATING Motor failure - Check electrical power source. If power supply is okay, check the motor. Replace if necessary. Power supply failure - Check electrical power source. Check contactors, fuses, or disconnects. Check incoming wiring for damage. If aftercooler is interlocked with the compressor, check the compressor starter. 2. HIGH AFTERCOOLER OUTLET TEMPERATURES Fan motor not operating - Reference Problem 1.