KAESER AIRTOWER 5C User Manual

Operator Manual
Screw Compressor
AIRTOWER 3C–7.5C Tri-Voltage
9_6917 34 USE
manroland-document-no.:
80.95A EN F254
Manufacturer:
KAESER KOMPRESSOREN SE
96410 Coburg • PO Box 2143 • GERMANY • Tel. +49-(0)9561-6400 • Fax +49-(0)9561-640130
http://www.kaeser.com

KAESER AIRTOWER 5C Specifications

General

Brand	KAESER
Model	AIRTOWER 5C
Category	Air Compressor
Language	English

Summary

2 Technical Data

2.10 Cooling Oil Recommendation

Provides basic info and recommendations for KAESER lubricants.

2.14 Power Supply

2.15 Power Supply specifications

3 Safety and Responsibility

3.1 Basic instructions

General safety warnings and instructions for safe operation.

3.2 Specified use

3.3 Improper use

3.4 User's Responsibilities

3.5 Dangers

Describes various dangers during machine operation and safe handling.

3.6 Safety devices

Explains the importance of safety devices and proper handling.

3.7 Working life of safety functions

3.8 Safety signs

3.9 Emergency situations

Covers procedures for fire fighting and injuries.

3.10 Warranty

3.11 Environmental protection

4 Design and Function

4.2 Machine function

Explains the overall process of air intake, compression, cooling, and delivery.

4.5 Safety devices

Lists and describes essential safety devices like E-STOP, relief valve, and thermometer.

4.7 Operating panel SIGMA CONTROL BASIC

Details the keys and their functions on the SIGMA CONTROL BASIC panel.

4.8 Functional description – SIGMA CONTROL BASIC

Explains the controller's display layout and parameters.

4.9 Operating modes and control modes

Describes machine operating modes (STOP, READY, LOAD) and control modes.

5 Installation and Operating Conditions

5.1 Ensuring safety

General safety instructions for installation and operation.

5.2 Installation conditions

Covers requirements for machine installation location and clearances.

5.3 Operating the machine in a compressed air system

6 Installation

6.1 Ensuring safety

Safety instructions for carrying out installation work.

6.6 Making the Power Supply Connection

7 Initial Start-up

7.1 Ensuring safety

Safety instructions for safe commissioning of the machine.

7.2 Instructions to be observed before commissioning or re-commissioning

Covers commissioning procedures and special measures after storage.

7.3 Checking installation and operating conditions

7.4 Setting the overload protection relay

7.5 Pouring cooling oil into the airend

7.6 Starting the machine for the first time

Step-by-step guide for the initial start-up of the machine.

7.7 Setting the network setpoint pressure

8 Operation

8.1 Switching On and Off

Procedure for safely switching the machine on and off using the control panel.

8.2 Switching off in an emergency and switching on again

Procedure for using the EMERGENCY STOP button and restarting.

8.3 Setting parameters

8.4 Acknowledging alarm and warning messages

Explains how to acknowledge alarm and warning messages via LEDs and keys.

9 Fault Recognition and Rectification

9.1 Basic instructions

9.2 Fault messages (machine shut down)

Lists fault codes, signs, meanings, and remedies for machine shutdowns.

9.3 Warning messages

10 Maintenance

10.1 Ensuring safety

General safety instructions before performing maintenance work.

10.2 Following the maintenance plan

Guidance on following the maintenance plan based on operating conditions.

10.8 Checking the cooling oil level

10.9 Venting the machine (depressurizing)

Details the three-stage process for venting the machine.

10.10 Replenishing cooling oil

Instructions for replenishing cooling oil and carrying out a trial run.

10.11 Changing the cooling oil

Instructions for changing the cooling oil, including oil filter and cartridge replacement.

10.12 Changing the oil filter

Instructions for changing the oil filter, including trial run.

10.13 Changing the oil separator cartridge

Instructions for changing the oil separator cartridge, including trial run.

10.14 Checking the safety relief valve activating pressure

Procedure for checking the safety relief valve's activating pressure.

10.15 Check the safety shut-down due to excessive airend discharge temperature.

10.16 Testing the EMERGENCY STOP push button

Procedure for testing the functionality of the EMERGENCY STOP push button.

10.17 Maintaining the refrigerated dryer