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Instruction Manual EN CP COMPRESSOR Model CPVS 40 - 50 - 60 - 75 CPVS 50 62 305 258 65 ed00[...]
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01/2008 Page 2 Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 The CP Compressors should never be operated beyond its capabilities or in any way which does not comply with the instructions contained in this operating and maintenance guide. Chicago Pneumatic Compressors will decline any r esponsibility if these instructions are not r espected. This equi[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 3 CPVS Model 40 50 60 75 Motor power (hp) 40 50 60 75 Main V oltage 460 V olt / 3 / 60 Hz Nominal current (A) 69 81 89 125 Power supply cable A WG 4 A WG 3 A WG 1 A WG 0 Fuse protection (T ype RK5) 8 0 100 125 150 Connection of the electric plate to an external control box • Install an RC f[...]
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01/2008 Page 4 Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 CONTENTS Space requirement and installation diagram : CPVS Model 40-50-60-75 ............................................................ ............................. 5 Section 1 - Description .................................................................................................[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 5 Space requir ement and installation diagram : CPVS Model 40-50-60-75 (see page 2 - installation instructions) Fig. 1 75 66.5 4.8 24.9 23 29.3 16 7.6 25.8 7.6 66.5 69,3 2 3.9 44 5.9 R 10.6 16 16 15.3 2.7 13.4 13.4 3.9 A 37.4 18.7 36 27 * dia. 2.2 1/4" NPT Type A CPVS 40 14.7 CPVS 50 19.[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 6 Section 1 - Description A - General Information The Chicago Pneumatic Compressors CP model air compressor is a compressed air unit and is presented as an entire unit completely assembled and tested. It is driven by an electric motor and enclosed in a sound proof cowling which is necessary f[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 7 D - Definition of the pictograms T ypical examples of pictograms valid for CP Compressors: 1. W ater outlet 2. Manual condensation water draining 3. W ater inlet 4. Automatic condensation water draining 5. Unplug and decompress the compressor before maintenance 6. Hot parts E - Electr onic [...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 8 Section 2 - Installation A - Handling The CPVS Compressor must always be handled with care. It may be lifted either with a forklift truck or by means of a travelling crane. In the latter case, precautions must be taken so as not to damage the unit's cowling. B - Room The CPVS is design[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 9 F - Electric cabling Each CPVS is wired for a pre-determined voltage, i.e. 460 V . NEVER OPERA TE THE CPVS ON A VOL T AGE OTHER THAN THA T SHOWN ON THE ELECTRIC CABINET . The electric current supply to the CPVS must comply with the following table : T ype of cable to be used : Power cable s[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 10 Section 3 - Implementation A - Pr eparation for start-up Before starting the set for the first time, the operator must get to know the different systems. The main locations which have to be examined are shown on the figures. IMPOR T ANT Before start up, make sure that transport red wedges [...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 11 Section 4 - Operation A - Air and oil circuits 1 - Air cir cuits (see Fig. 4) The air is sucked into the compressor through a filter ( rep. 23 ). This air passes through the compression element where it is mixed with oil injected during compression. Inside the oil tank, the compressed air [...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 12 Section 5 - Options A - Level detection bleed valve (Fig. 6) 1 - Description The BEKOMA T type level detection bleed valve allows all air consumption to be avoided while the compressor is not running. 2 - Option overview - There is no air consumption due to the level detection system : an [...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 13 3 - T echnical features Operating temperature : -104 °F to + 194 °F C - Pre-filtration panels Fig. 8 Easy to disassemble for rapid cleaning 1 - Description Installing air filtration panels on the ventilation intakes (machine and built-in dryer) guarantees protection of the compressor&apo[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 14 D -Automatic r estarting 1 - Description This management system enables the compressor to be restarted automatically after a power outage. 2 - Option overview Not available in standard version in order to prevent any incident during maintenance operations carried out by an untrained person[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 15 G - Centrifugal separator (See B Section 3 ) Fig. 13 1 - Description This device allows bleeding of the condensates formed in the air cooler . 2 - Description of the option The cooling of the compressed air allows the suction air to be dried, thus removing the humidity that collects in the[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 16 The inverter has a load circuit of thermally limited capacitors. Therefore, it is important to allow minimum 5 minutes between two successive power-ons. If this instruction is not respected, the switch and the resistor of the load circuit may be damaged. 2 - Safety instructions No connecti[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 17 D - Commissioning 1 - Preparation for start-up ( See Section 3 ). A TTENTION The power circuit will have to be cut off when adjusting the electrical equipment or if inadvertent start-up is to be avoided. Before start-up, check the following points: 1 - Ensure that the unit has a suitable e[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 18 • Pressur e regulation for low rates of flow For an air consumption rate lower than the minimum rate of flow for the machine, the pressure is adjusted by the machine's time- delayed ST AR T/STOP controls. Since the operation element cannot function below a certain speed (correspondi[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 19 Fig. 5 b Fig. 5 c Fig. 5 d Pressure Speed Flow Q Time Time Time Stop threshold Instructions Min speed Min Q Required pressure stop timing minimun time Fig. 14b Fig. 14c Fig. 14d E - Operating incidents The staff in char ge of maintenance of the CPVS compressor must become fully acquainted [...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 20 Section 7 - Maintenance The maintenance period is limited to several essential operations. It is strongly recommended that the power supply be cut off during any adjustment or repair . The summary on the CP instrument panel shows at a glance the type and periodicity of operations to be car[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 21 A - Oil level and change (see fig. 19) (see B Section 1) The recommended oil used for the first compressor fill up is a mineral oil with the following properties : - viscosity: 40 cSt at 104 °F - viscosity index: 90 minimum - antioxidant additives - anti-rust additives - anti-foam additiv[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 22 D - Oil and air cooler The aluminium oil and air cooler is a vital part in the CPVS system. Please take care of this element. T o prevent the nest of tubes from being deformed or damaged, when assembling or disassembling the radiator unions and hoses, the radiator sleeves' must be kep[...]
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Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 62 305 258 65 01/2008 Page 23 Section 8 - Operating incidents The staff in char ge of maintenance of the CP Compressor must become fully acquainted with this machine, in order to be able to easily diagnose any anomaly . Under normal operating conditions, the CP compressor must provide full satisfaction. A - Main incide[...]
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CP Compressors 1800 Overview Dr Rock Hill, SC 29730 support support@CPcompressor .com 1 - 877 - 861 - CP AC[...]