Instruction Manual DS Series Senator Industrial Air Compressors
2024-10-11 © Glenco Air & Power Pty Ltd 1
1.0 Safety
The air compressor should only be operated by authorised persons. All users should follow the
instructions and safety warnings as (a) described in this instruction manual, (b) shown on any
decals affixed to the unit and (c) described in the Plant Risk Assessment also available from the
manufacturer.
All users of the compressor and any other workers likely to be in the vicinity thereof should
undergo training to achieve the requisite minimum level of operator competence before placing
the unit into service.
Installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair and end-of-life decommissioning of the unit
should be performed by an authorised Senator compressor technician if possible.
The compressor should be installed in a horizontal position on a firm, level and stationary
foundation such as a concrete floor that is strong enough to support its weight. The unit should
not impede pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
The compressor should be installed in a well-ventilated area most preferably indoors. If it has
to be located outdoors, the unit must be provided with protection from precipitation (or other
liquids) and direct sunlight.
Do not locate the compressor where it may be exposed to chemicals, dust, dirt, fibres, oil, salt,
water or other liquids, or flammable, explosive or otherwise hazardous liquids, gases or dusts.
The area should not be wet or damp. The unit should be kept away from other heat sources.
All electrical installation, maintenance or repair work should be performed by a licensed
electrician.
The electricity supply circuit to the compressor should comply with the AS/NZS 3000:2018
Wiring Rules. It should include a fixed setting residual current device (RCD) with a rated
operating residual current not exceeding 30 mA. A special RCD may need to be considered for
use with high current or variable speed drives to prevent nuisance tripping.
Do not use the unit to compress any gas other than air.
Compressed air can contain carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons or other poisonous contaminants
that can cause death or serious injury. The compressor is not designed, intended or approved
for breathing air. Do not use compressed air for breathing air applications without proper
treatment.
Before operating the compressor, check the safety of any hoses, piping and pneumatic
equipment connected to the discharge air outlet valve. Use only hoses, piping, fittings, air
receivers, air tools, etc. connected to the compressor’s discharge outlet valve that are safe for
the unit’s maximum discharge pressure (i.e. 800, 1,000 or 1,300 kPa depending upon
configuration) and temperature (i.e. 100°C). Do not use PVC plastic piping.
The compressor should not be operated beyond its specified design parameters, especially the
maximum discharge pressure.
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