Atlas Copco GVS 16A Instruction Book

Instruction book
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7. Problem solving
Problem
Cause
Remedy
The pump does not run (A)
No voltage
Provide power supply
Thermal switch has tripped
Identify cause and reset switch
Room temperature too low
Restore temperature to allowed value
Motor damaged
Contact Service Department
The pump cannot reach stated
Low oil level
To up oil
vacuum (B)
Oil contaminated
Replace oil
Pump gaskets damaged
Contact service department
Discharge clogged
Check couplings and outlet
Pump is noisy (C)
Exhaust filter element clogged
Replace
Bearings damaged
Contact Service Department
Motor coupling damaged (if
Contact Service Department
applicable)
Vanes worn out
Contact Service Department
Solid particles in the oil
Change oil
Pump runs hot (D)
Wrong oil type
Replace oil
Poor room ventilation
Install an auxiliary fan
Fan defect
Contact Service Department
Wrong power supply to motor
Check
Discharge clogged
Check couplings at outlet
High oil consumption (E)
High working pressure (close to
Check oil level frequently
atmospheric pressure)
Pump runs hot
See (D)
Exhaust filter element clogged
Replace
Pump does not maintain
Check valve damage
Contact Service Department
vacuum after power-off (F)
Pump leaks oil (G)
Tank screws or plugs loose
Tighten
Tank gaskets damaged
Contact Service Department
Oil sight glass loose
Tighten
The expected process vacuum
Too high pressure drop between
Check the process lines for the
level is not reached (H)
process and pump inlet
correct size and leaks and correct if
necessary.
Clogged air intake filter element.
Replace the filter
The pump cannot reach stated
See (B)
vacuum

Atlas Copco GVS 16A Specifications

General

Brand	Atlas Copco
Model	GVS 16A
Category	Water Pump
Language	English