mycom 1612LSC series User Manual

2202L5JE-DA-C5-N_2015.05.
Table of Contents
Compound 2-stage Screw Compressor 1612LSC Speed Increaser Type
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2.5 Mechanisms ................................................................................................. 2-6
2.5.1 Basics of the Screw Compressor ........................................................................ 2-6
2.5.2 Suction Process ................................................................................................... 2-6
2.5.3 Compression Process .......................................................................................... 2-7
2.5.4 Discharge Process ............................................................................................... 2-7
2.5.5 About Volume Ratio (Vi) ...................................................................................... 2-7
2.5.6 Capacity Control Mechanism ............................................................................... 2-9
2.5.7 Bearings and Balance Piston .............................................................................. 2-9
2.5.8 Shaft Seal ............................................................................................................ 2-9
2.6 Gas and Oil Flow ........................................................................................ 2-10
3 Installation
3.1 General Precautions for Installation ......................................................... 3-1
3.2 Installation Works ........................................................................................ 3-1
3.2.1 Unpacking ............................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2.2 Storage ................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2.3 Transportation ...................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2.4 Preparation for Installation ................................................................................... 3-4
3.2.5 Installation .................................................................................................. 3-5
3.2.5.1 Installation .................................................................................................... 3-5
3.2.5.2 Shaft Alignment between Compressor and Driving Machine ...................... 3-5
3.2.5.3 Piping Connection ....................................................................................... 3-6
3.2.5.4 Equipment and Devices for Protection of the Compressor ......................... 3-6
3.2.6 Airtightness Test .................................................................................................. 3-7
3.2.7 Lubricating Oil Charge ......................................................................................... 3-7
3.2.7.1 Initial Charge of Lubricating Oil ................................................................... 3-7
3.2.7.2 Additional Charge of Lubricating Oil ............................................................ 3-7
3.2.8 Charge of Refrigerant .......................................................................................... 3-7
3.2.9 Check after Installation ........................................................................................ 3-7
4 Compressor and Package Unit Operation
4.1 Lubricating Oil (Refrigerant Oil) ................................................................. 4-1
4.1.1 Precautions for Selecting the Lubricating Oil....................................................... 4-1
4.1.2 Recommended Lubricating Oils .......................................................................... 4-1
4.1.2.1 Recommended Lubricating Oils for Ammonia Refrigerant .......................... 4-1
4.1.2.2 Oils for Systems using Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) Refrigerants .................. 4-2
4.1.3 Change of Lubricating Oil Brand ......................................................................... 4-3
4.1.4 Precautions for Handling Lubricating Oil ............................................................. 4-4
4.1.4.1 Precautions for Handling Polyalkylene Glycol (PAG) .................................. 4-4
4.1.4.2 Precautions for Handling Polyolester (POE) Oil .......................................... 4-4
4.1.5 Lubricating Oil Management Criteria ................................................................... 4-5
4.1.6 Lubricating Oil Replacement Timing .................................................................... 4-6
4.1.6.1 After Starting the Initial Operation .............................................................. 4-6
4.1.6.2 During Normal Operation ........................................................................... 4-6

mycom 1612LSC series Specifications

General

Brand	mycom
Model	1612LSC series
Category	Air Compressor
Language	English