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Section 5

OPERATION

5.6 INITIAL START-UP PROCEDURE

The following procedure should be used to make

the initial start-up of the compressor:

1. Read the preceding pages of this manual thor-

oughly.

2. Be sure that all preparations and checks

described in the Installation Section have been

made.

3. Crack open the shut off valve to the service line.

4. Start the compressor by pressing the “ ”

(START) pad.

5. Check for possible leaks in piping.

6. Slowly close the shut-off valve and check that the

maximum pressure (P2) and pressure differen-

tial (P2) are correctly programmed.

7. Observe the operating temperature. If the oper-

ating temperature exceeds 235ºF (113ºC), the

cooling system or installation environment

should be checked.

8. Observe return line sight glasses and mainte-

nance indicators.

9. Open shut-off valve to service line.

10. Reinspect the compressor for temperature and

leaks the following day.

5.7 SUBSEQUENT START-UP PROCEDURE

On subsequent start-ups, check that the proper

level is visible in the fluid level sight glass and sim-

ply press “ ” for manual or “ ” for auto-

matic operation. When the compressor is running,

observe the various parameter displays.

5.8 SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE

To shut the compressor down, push “ ” pad.

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