KAESER EPC Series User Manual

1 Regarding this document
1.1 Using the Document ......................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Further Documents .......................................................................................................... 1
1.3 Copyright .......................................................................................................................... 1
1.4 Symbols and markings ..................................................................................................... 1
1.4.1 Warning notices .................................................................................................. 1
1.4.2 Other notices and symbols ................................................................................. 2
2 Technical Specification
2.1 Nameplate ........................................................................................................................ 3
2.2 Options ............................................................................................................................. 3
2.3 Weight .............................................................................................................................. 3
2.4 Compressor Block ............................................................................................................ 4
2.5 Ambient Conditions .......................................................................................................... 4
2.6 Ventilation ........................................................................................................................ 4
2.7 Pressure switch setting .................................................................................................... 5
2.8 Pressure ........................................................................................................................... 5
2.9 Sound pressure level ....................................................................................................... 6
2.10 Motor power and speed ................................................................................................... 6
2.11 Compressor oil recommendations ................................................................................... 7
2.11.1 Compressor oil charge ........................................................................................ 7
2.12 Power Supply ................................................................................................................... 8
2.12.1 Three-phase power supply ................................................................................. 8
2.12.2 Electrical connection details for oil level monitoring ........................................... 9
2.13 Network Conditions .......................................................................................................... 9
2.13.1 Network conditions at 400V/3/50Hz .................................................................... 9
2.14 Machine duty cycle ........................................................................................................... 10
3 Safety and Responsibility
3.1 Basic Information ............................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Specified Use ................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Improper use .................................................................................................................... 12
3.4 User's responsibilities ....................................................................................................... 12
3.4.1 Observe statutory and universally accepted regulations .................................... 12
3.4.2 Defining personnel .............................................................................................. 13
3.4.3 Adherence to inspection schedules and accident prevention regulations .......... 13
3.5 Dangers ............................................................................................................................ 14
3.5.1 Safely dealing with sources of danger ................................................................ 15
3.5.2 Safe machine operation ...................................................................................... 16
3.5.3 Organisational Measures .................................................................................... 17
3.6 Safety Devices ................................................................................................................. 17
3.7 Safety signs ...................................................................................................................... 18
3.8 Information signs .............................................................................................................. 19
3.9 In Emergency ................................................................................................................... 19
3.9.1 Fire fighting ......................................................................................................... 19
3.9.2 Remove any compressor oil from your person. .................................................. 19
3.10 Warranty ........................................................................................................................... 20
3.11 Environmental Protection ................................................................................................. 20
4 Design and Function
4.1 Outline of the machine ..................................................................................................... 21
4.1.1 Main components ............................................................................................... 21
4.1.2 Machine function ................................................................................................. 22
4.2 Options ............................................................................................................................. 22
4.2.1 Oil level monitoring ............................................................................................. 22
4.2.2 "pressure low" warning ...................................................................................... 23
Contents
No.: 9_9431_02 E
Service Manual 2-stage piston compressor
EPC
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KAESER EPC Series Specifications

General

Type	Rotary Screw Compressor
Drive Type	Direct Drive
Cooling System	Air-cooled
Control System	Sigma Control 2.0
Weight	Varies depending on model
Noise Level	62 - 75 dB(A) (depending on model)