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Sumitomo HC-4E1 User Manual

Sumitomo HC-4E1
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HC-4E1 and HC-4E2 Helium
Compressors
Technical Manual
Sumitomo (SHI) Cryogenics of America, Inc.
1833 Vultee Street
Allentown, PA 18103-4783
U.S.A.
Revision C: August 2012 267318A

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Sumitomo HC-4E1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSumitomo
ModelHC-4E1
CategoryAir Compressor
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY

General Safety Information

General safety information for the compressor.

Special Notices and Symbols

Explanation of warning, caution, and note symbols.

Critical Safety Warnings

Critical safety warnings regarding electric shock and injury.

Operational Cautions

Important cautions for equipment preservation and operation.

SERVICE

Headquarters Contact

Contact information for the main Sumitomo office.

Service Center Locations

Contact details for regional service centers.

INTRODUCTION

Compressor Models and Function

Overview of the compressor models and their function.

Manual Symbol Guide

Explanation of symbols found in the manual and on the equipment.

PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

DESCRIPTION

Component Overview

Identifies and describes major compressor parts like adsorber, capsule, and receptacles.

Electrical and Safety Components

Details fuses, circuit breaker, switches, and safety-related components.

Operational and System Components

Describes components involved in gas flow, cooling, and operation like heat exchanger, oil separator, and valves.

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Requirements

Covers voltage, frequency, current, power cord, and wiring specs.

Cooling and Refrigerant Specs

Details on cooling water requirements and helium gas quality.

Gas Pressure Specifications

Lists equalization and operating pressures for various setups.

Installation and Environmental Specs

Covers mounting, space, environmental, and maintenance requirements.

Accessories and Options

Details on installation kit, optional fittings, and remote cables.

Regulatory Compliance

Declaration of conformity with relevant directives.

INSTALLATION

Unpacking and Initial Checks

Procedures for unpacking, inspecting, and removing shipping restraints.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Critical warnings about electrical shock during installation.

Positioning and Environmental Considerations

Instructions for compressor placement and environmental factors.

Mains Power Connection

Steps for safely connecting the compressor to the main electrical supply.

Field Wiring Procedure

Detailed steps for hard-wiring the compressor to the power source.

Post-Installation Checkout

Steps to verify compressor operation after installation.

System Interconnections

Procedures for connecting gas lines and system components.

Remote On/Off Cable Installation

Steps for connecting and verifying the remote on/off cable.

Shipping Preparation

Procedure for securing the compressor for shipment.

OPERATION

Prestart Checks and Startup

Steps before starting, and the starting procedure.

Stopping and Restarting

Procedures for stopping the compressor and its behavior after power failure.

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Safety Precautions

Critical warnings and cautions for performing maintenance.

Adsorber Replacement Procedure

Detailed steps for removing and replacing the adsorber.

Adsorber Installation and Disposal

Instructions for installing the new adsorber and disposing of the old one.

Charging and Venting Procedures

Detailed steps for charging and venting the system.

Pressure Adjustment Venting

Procedures for venting to adjust equalization pressure or to atmosphere.

Gas Cleanup Procedure

Steps to clean the system gas after exposure to atmosphere.

Leak Detection and Repair

Methods for detecting and repairing helium leaks in the system.

Coupling Repair

Detailed steps for repairing compressor couplings.

Shell High Temperature Switch Replacement

Steps to replace the compressor shell high temperature switch.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Automatic Shutdown Causes

Identifies potential causes for automatic compressor shutdown.

Electrical Troubleshooting Safety

Safety warnings for electrical troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting Guide

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common compressor problems.

Compressor Motor Electrical Checks

Guides for checking motor windings, grounding, and resistance.

Current Measurement Procedure

Steps for measuring compressor current draw to diagnose issues.

PARTS

Ordering and Part Identification

Information required for ordering parts and identifying them.

Adapter Fittings

Information on optional adapter fittings for servicing the compressor.

Accessory Cables

Details on available accessory cables for remote operation and cold heads.

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