INSTRUCTION BOOK

API771370
SF 11+
Atlas Copco

SF 11+
API771370

Instruction book
Original instructions

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Table of contents

1 Safety precautions..........................................................................................................5

1.1 SAFETY ICONS................................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, GENERAL...........................................................................................................5

1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING INSTALLATION........................................................................................... 6

1.4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION.............................................................................................. 7

1.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR........................................................................... 8

2 General description...................................................................................................... 10

2.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................................... 10

2.2 FLOW DIAGRAM................................................................................................................................14

2.3 REGULATING SYSTEM........................................................................................................................ 16

2.4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.........................................................................................................................16

2.5 ELECTRIC DIAGRAM...........................................................................................................................16

2.6 TEMPERATURE PROTECTION............................................................................................................... 17

2.7 AIR DRYER......................................................................................................................................18

3 Controller.......................................................................................................................20

3.1 GENERAL........................................................................................................................................20

3.2 CONTROL PANEL.............................................................................................................................. 22

3.3 ICONS USED.................................................................................................................................... 23

3.4 MAIN SCREEN..................................................................................................................................26

3.5 CALLING UP MENUS.......................................................................................................................... 30

3.6 SHUTDOWN WARNING........................................................................................................................31

3.7 SHUTDOWN..................................................................................................................................... 35

3.8 INPUTS MENU...................................................................................................................................35

3.9 OUTPUTS MENU............................................................................................................................... 38

3.10 COUNTERS......................................................................................................................................39

3.11 CONTROL MODE SELECTION................................................................................................................40

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3.12 SERVICE MENU................................................................................................................................ 41

3.13 SETPOINT MENU...............................................................................................................................45

3.14 EVENT HISTORY MENU.......................................................................................................................47

3.15 GENERAL SETTINGS MENU..................................................................................................................48

3.16 INFO MENU......................................................................................................................................50

3.17 WEEK TIMER MENU...........................................................................................................................50

3.18 TEST MENU..................................................................................................................................... 58

3.19 USER PASSWORD MENU.....................................................................................................................59

3.20 WEB SERVER.................................................................................................................................. 60

3.21 PROGRAMMABLE SETTINGS.................................................................................................................69

4 Installation guidelines.................................................................................................. 71

4.1 DIMENSION DRAWING........................................................................................................................ 71

4.2 INSTALLATION PROPOSAL................................................................................................................... 71

4.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................................73

4.4 PICTOGRAPHS................................................................................................................................. 74

5 Operating instructions................................................................................................. 76

5.1 INITIAL START-UP..............................................................................................................................76

5.2 STARTING....................................................................................................................................... 76

5.3 DURING OPERATION.......................................................................................................................... 77

5.4 STOPPING.......................................................................................................................................78

5.5 TAKING OUT OF OPERATION................................................................................................................78

6 Maintenance.................................................................................................................. 79

6.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE..................................................................................................79

6.2 SERVICE KITS.................................................................................................................................. 81

6.3 DISPOSAL OF USED MATERIAL............................................................................................................. 81

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7 Adjustments and servicing procedures..................................................................... 82

7.1 AIR FILTER......................................................................................................................................82

7.2 AIR COOLER.................................................................................................................................... 82

7.3 DRIVE MOTOR..................................................................................................................................82

7.4 SAFETY VALVE.................................................................................................................................83

7.5 BELT SET EXCHANGE AND TENSIONING................................................................................................. 83

7.6 CLEANING THE COMPRESSOR ELEMENT.................................................................................................84

7.7 DRYER MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................85

8 Problem solving............................................................................................................87

9 Technical data...............................................................................................................89

9.1 ELECTRIC CABLE SIZE AND FUSES........................................................................................................89

9.2 REFERENCE CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS............................................................................................ 91

9.3 COMPRESSOR DATA..........................................................................................................................92

10 Guidelines for inspection.............................................................................................93

11 PED (Pressure Equipment Directive)..........................................................................94

12 Declaration of conformity............................................................................................ 95

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1 Safety precautions

1.1 Safety icons

Explanation

Danger to life

Warning

Important note

1.2 Safety precautions, general

General precautions
1. The operator must employ safe working practices and observe all related work safety
requirements and regulations.
2. If any of the following statements does not comply with the applicable legislation, the stricter
of the two shall apply.
3. Installation, operation, maintenance and repair work must only be performed by authorized,
trained, specialized personnel.
4. Never use compressed air as breathing air without prior purification in accordance with local
legislation and standards.
5. Before any maintenance, repair work, adjustment or any other non-routine checks, stop the
compressor, press the emergency stop button, switch off the voltage and depressurize the
compressor. In addition, the power isolating switch must be opened and locked.
6. Never play with compressed air. Do not apply the air to your skin or direct an air stream at
people. Never use the air to clean dirt from your clothes. When using the air to clean
equipment, do so with extreme caution and wear eye protection.
7. The owner is responsible for maintaining the unit in safe operating condition. Parts and
accessories shall be replaced if unsuitable for safe operation.
8. It is not allowed to walk or stand on the compressor or its components.

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1.3 Safety precautions during installation

All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these precautions, or
non observance of the normal caution and care required for installation, operation,
maintenance and repair, even if not expressly stated, will be disclaimed by the
manufacturer.
These precautions apply to machinery processing or consuming air or inert gas.
Processing of any other gas requires additional safety precautions typical to the
application which are not included herein.
Some precautions are general and cover several machine types and equipment; hence
some statements may not apply to your machine.

Precautions during installation

1. The machine must only be lifted using suitable equipment in accordance with local safety
regulations. Loose or pivoting parts must be securely fastened before lifting. It is strictly
forbidden to dwell or stay in the risk zone under a lifted load. Lifting acceleration and
deceleration must be kept within safe limits. Wear a safety helmet when working in the area
of overhead or lifting equipment.
2. Place the machine where the ambient air is as cool and clean as possible. If necessary,
install a suction duct. Never obstruct the air inlet. Care must be taken to minimise the entry
of moisture at the inlet air. Consult section Reference conditions and limitations.
3. Any blanking flanges, plugs, caps and desiccant bags must be removed before connecting
the pipes.
4. Air hoses must be of correct size and suitable for the working pressure. Never use frayed,
damaged or worn hoses. Distribution pipes and connections must be of the correct size and
suitable for the working pressure.
5. The aspirated air must be free of flammable fumes, vapours and particles, e.g. paint
solvents, that can lead to internal fire or explosion.
6. Arrange the air intake so that loose clothing worn by people cannot be sucked in.
7. Ensure that the discharge pipe from the compressor to the aftercooler or air net is free to
expand under heat and that it is not in contact with or close to flammable materials.
8. No external force may be exerted on the air outlet valve. The connected pipe must be free of
strain.
9. If remote control is installed, the machine must bear a clear sign stating "DANGER: This
machine is remotely controlled and may start without warning".
The operator has to make sure that the machine is stopped and that the isolating switch is
open and locked before any maintenance or repair. As a further safeguard, persons
switching on remotely controlled machines shall take adequate precautions to ensure that
there is no one checking or working on the machine. To this end, a suitable notice shall be
affixed to the start equipment.
10. Air-cooled machines must be installed in such a way that an adequate flow of cooling air is
available and that the exhausted air does not recirculate to the compressor air inlet or
cooling air inlet.
11. The electrical connections must correspond to the applicable codes. The machines must be
earthed and protected against short circuits by fuses in all phases. A lockable power
isolating switch must be installed near the compressor.
12. On machines with automatic start-stop system or if the automatic restart function after
voltage failure is activated, a sign stating "This machine may start without warning" must be
affixed near the instrument panel.

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13. In multiple compressor systems, manual valves must be installed to isolate each
compressor. Non-return valves (check valves) must not be relied upon for isolating pressure
systems.
14. Never remove or tamper with the safety devices, guards or insulation fitted on the machine.
Every pressure vessel or auxiliary installed outside the machine to contain air above
atmospheric pressure must be protected by a pressure relieving device or devices as
required.
15. Piping or other parts with a temperature in excess of 80˚C (176˚F) and which may be
accidentally touched by personnel in normal operation must be guarded or insulated. Other
high temperature piping must be clearly marked.
16. For water-cooled machines, the cooling water system installed outside the machine has to
be protected by a safety device with set pressure according to the maximum cooling water
inlet pressure.
17. If the ground is not level or can be subject to variable inclination, consult the manufacturer.

Also consult following safety precautions: Safety precautions during operation and
Safety precautions during maintenance.

1.4 Safety precautions during operation

All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these precautions, or
non observance of the normal caution and care required for installation, operation,
maintenance and repair, even if not expressly stated, will be disclaimed by the
manufacturer.
These precautions apply to machinery processing or consuming air or inert gas.
Processing of any other gas requires additional safety precautions typical to the
application which are not included herein.
Some precautions are general and cover several machine types and equipment; hence
some statements may not apply to your machine.

Precautions during operation

1. Never touch any piping or components of the compressor during operation.
2. Use only the correct type and size of hose end fittings and connections. When blowing
through a hose or air line, ensure that the open end is held securely. A free end will whip
and may cause injury. Make sure that a hose is fully depressurized before disconnecting it.
3. Persons switching on remotely controlled machines shall take adequate precautions to
ensure that there is no one checking or working on the machine. To this end, a suitable
notice shall be affixed to the remote start equipment.
4. Never operate the machine when there is a possibility of taking in flammable or toxic fumes,
vapors or particles.
5. Never operate the machine below or in excess of its limit ratings.
6. Keep all bodywork doors shut during operation. The doors may be opened for short periods
only, e.g. to carry out routine checks. Wear ear protectors when opening a door.
7. People staying in environments or rooms where the sound pressure level reaches or
exceeds 90 dB(A) shall wear ear protectors.
8. Periodically check that:
• All guards are in place and securely fastened
• All hoses and/or pipes inside the machine are in good condition, secure and not
rubbing

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• There are no leaks

• All fasteners are tight
• All electrical leads are secure and in good order
• Safety valves and other pressure relief devices are not obstructed by dirt or paint
• Air outlet valve and air net, i.e. pipes, couplings, manifolds, valves, hoses, etc. are in
good repair, free of wear or abuse
9. If warm cooling air from compressors is used in air heating systems, e.g. to warm up a
working area, take precautions against air pollution and possible contamination of the
breathing air.
10. Do not remove any of, or tamper with, the sound dampening material.
11. Never remove or tamper with the safety devices, guards or insulation fitted to the machine.
Every pressure vessel or auxiliary installed outside the machine to contain air above
atmospheric pressure shall be protected by a pressure relieving device or devices as
required.
12. Be aware of possible blow off of safety valves during operation. For the location of the safety
valves, consult the description in this instruction book.
13. Yearly inspect the air receiver. Minimum wall thickness as specified in the instruction book
must be respected. Local regulations remain applicable if they are more strict.

Also consult following safety precautions: Safety precautions during installation and
Safety precautions during maintenance.

1.5 Safety precautions during maintenance or repair

All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting these precautions, or
non observance of the normal caution and care required for installation, operation,
maintenance and repair, even if not expressly stated, will be disclaimed by the
manufacturer.
These precautions apply to machinery processing or consuming air or inert gas.
Processing of any other gas requires additional safety precautions typical to the
application which are not included herein.
Some precautions are general and cover several machine types and equipment; hence
some statements may not apply to your machine.

Precautions during maintenance or repair

1. Always use the correct safety equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, safety shoes, etc.
2. Use only the correct tools for maintenance and repair work.
3. Use only genuine spare parts.
4. All maintenance work shall only be undertaken when the machine has cooled down.
5. A warning sign bearing a legend such as "Work in progress; do not start" shall be attached
to the starting equipment.
6. Persons switching on remotely controlled machines shall take adequate precautions to
ensure that there is no one checking or working on the machine. To this end, a suitable
notice shall be affixed to the remote start equipment.
7. Close the compressor air outlet valve before connecting or disconnecting a pipe.
8. Before removing any pressurized component, effectively isolate the machine from all
sources of pressure and relieve the entire system of pressure.
9. Never use flammable solvents or carbon tetrachloride for cleaning parts. Take safety
precautions against toxic vapours of cleaning liquids.

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10. Scrupulously observe cleanliness during maintenance and repair. Keep dirt away by
covering the parts and exposed openings with a clean cloth, paper or tape.
11. Never weld or perform any operation involving heat near any oil system. Oil tanks must be
completely purged, e.g. by steam-cleaning, before carrying out such operations. Never weld
on, or in any way modify, pressure vessels.
12. Whenever there is an indication or any suspicion that an internal part of a machine is
overheated, the machine shall be stopped but no inspection covers shall be opened before
sufficient cooling time has elapsed to avoid spontaneous ignition of the oil vapour (if
applicable) when air is admitted.
13. Never use a light source with open flame for inspecting the interior of a machine, pressure
vessel, etc.
14. Make sure that no tools, loose parts or rags are left in or on the machine.
15. All regulating and safety devices shall be maintained with due care to ensure that they
function properly. They may not be put out of action.
16. Before clearing the machine for use after maintenance or overhaul, check that operating
pressures, temperatures and time settings are correct. Check that all control and shut-down
devices are fitted and that they function correctly. If removed, check that the coupling guard
of the compressor drive shaft has been reinstalled.
17. Protect the motor, air filter, electrical and regulating components, etc. to prevent moisture
from entering them, e.g. when steam-cleaning.
18. Make sure that all sound-damping material, e.g. on the bodywork and in the air inlet and
outlet systems of the compressor, is in good condition. If damaged, replace it by genuine
material from the manufacturer to prevent the sound pressure level from increasing.
19. Never use caustic solvents which can damage materials of the air net, e.g. polycarbonate
bowls.
20. The following safety precautions are stressed when handling refrigerant:
• Never inhale refrigerant vapours. Check that the working area is adequately ventilated;
if required, use breathing protection.
• Always wear special gloves. In case of refrigerant contact with the skin, rinse the skin
with water. If liquid refrigerant contacts the skin through clothing, never tear off or
remove the latter; flush abundantly with fresh water over the clothing until all refrigerant
is flushed away; then seek medical first aid.
21. Protect hands to avoid injury from hot machine parts, e.g. during draining of oil.
22. Be aware of eventual sharp edges on certain parts of the machine.

Also consult following safety precautions: Safety precautions during installation and
Safety precautions during operation.

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2 General description

2.1 General description

Introduction
SF 8+ and SF 11+ are stationary, oil free compressors.
The sound insulating canopy contains 2 electric motor driven compressor modules. The front
door panel houses the Elektronikon Graphic controller and the emergency stop button. An
electric cabinet with the electric components is located behind the front panel.
The compressors are available in 2 canopy versions and can be supplied with or without
integrated refrigerant air dryer. The low canopy version is the most compact one, while the high
canopy version has space for up to 2 extra compressor modules (upgrade kits are available).

SF
SF is the type designation of the compressor variant without integrated dryer. On SF, the
compressed air of each compressor module flows via an individual check valve to a common air
cooler and leaves the compressor via the air outlet valve.
SF Full Feature (SF FF) compressors are SF compressors provided with a refrigerant air dryer,
integrated in the bodywork. The dryer removes moisture from the compressed air by cooling the
air to near freezing point and automatically draining the condensate.

SF 11+ FF, low canopy version, front view

1 Elektronikon Graphic controller S3 Emergency stop button

2 Electric cabinet

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SF 11+ FF, high canopy version, front view

1 Elektronikon Graphic controller S3 Emergency stop button

2 Electric cabinet

SF 8+ FF, low canopy version, rear view

1 Compressor module 3 Refrigerant dryer

2 Compressed air outlet valve

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SF 11+ FF, high canopy version, rear view

1 Compressor module 3 Refrigerant dryer

2 Compressed air outlet valve

Compressor element operating principle

Each compressor element consists of a fixed scroll shaped housing and a scroll shaped rotor. Air
enters the compressor element through inlet opening (1). Once the air is drawn in, the orbiting
scroll (4) seals the inlet opening and forces the air into a continuously decreasing space. As scroll
(4) keeps orbiting, this process of compression is constantly repeated, resulting in discharging of
oil free compressed air through outlet opening (3).

Compressor element, typical

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1 Air inlet 3 Air outlet

2 Fixed scroll 4 Orbiting scroll

Compressor module
The SF 8+ has two 3.7 kW modules, while the SF 11+ has two 5.5 kW modules.

5.5 kW compressor module

1 Air filter 4 Compressor element air outlet

2 Motor 5 Safety valve
3 Compressor element 6 Temperature sensor

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2.2 Flow diagram

Text on image

(1) Compressor module 1 (10) Air

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(2) Compressor module 2 (11) Drain

(3) Compressor module 3 (12) Mechanical link
(4) Compressor module 4 (13) Electrical signal
(5) To cubicle (14) Electric energy
(6) Refrigerant dryer (units with dryer) (15) Enclosure
(7) Water separator (units without dryer) (16) Local mounting
(8) Outlet (17) On control cabinet
(9) Ambient temperature sensor

Air flow
Air is drawn through air filter (100) and is compressed by the compressor element (102) of each
compressor module. The compressed air is discharged via the check valve (104) and a common
air cooler (112).
On standard compressors with an integrated air dryer, the compressed air flows through a
common refrigerant dryer (300) before reaching the outlet valve (121). For details on the
operation of the dryer, see section Refrigerant dryer.

Cooling
Each compressor element (102) is cooled by a radial fan (124), mounted on the drive shaft of the
compressor element. The cooling air is blown over the compressor element via a duct.
A separate electric fan (130) provides cooling air for the common air cooler (112).

Condensate management
On compressors with integrated dryer, the dryer is equipped with a water trap with an automatic
condensate outlet and a manual drain valve.

Condensate drain connections (typical)

1 Automatic condensate drain outlet 3 Manual condensate drain valve

2 Ambient temperature sensor

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2.3 Regulating system

The compressor is provided with an Elektronikon® controller module.
The controller performs following functions:
• Monitoring the pressure
• Protecting the compressor
• Monitoring components subject to service
• Automatic restart after voltage failure
For more details, please consult the sections on the controller further in this book.

2.4 Electrical system

Cubicle layout

Electrical cabinet SF 8+ and SF 11+, typical

K21, K22,... Contactor 1X0, 4X3,... Terminals

Q21,Q22,... Circuit breaker T1, T4,... Transformer
F1,F2,... Fuses

2.5 Electric diagram

• The electrical installation must correspond to the applicable codes.
• The mains supply and earthing lines must be of suitable size. See section Electric
cable size and fuses.
• The installation must be earthed and protected by fuses in each phase.
• An isolating switch must be installed near the compressor. Make sure that this
switch is open to isolate the compressor from the mains before carrying out any
connection.

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The complete electrical diagram is available in the electric cubicle of the compressor. For
connection of the supply wires, please see section Electrical connections.

2.6 Temperature protection

The compressor is equipped with an ambient temperature sensor. The sensor creates a warning
message on the controller if the ambient temperature rises above 40 °C (104 °F). If the ambient
temperature reaches 45 °C (113 °F), the compressor is stopped.

Condensate drain connections

1 Automatic condensate drain outlet 3 Manual condensate drain valve

2 Ambient temperature sensor

Each compressor element is protected by a PT 1000 sensor (6) in the outlet pipe. The sensor is
connected to the electronic regulator.
When the maximum temperature is exceeded, the compressor element is stopped during 2
minutes before it can restart. If this happens 2 times within a time span of 2 hours, the element
will be stopped during 10 minutes. If the compressor element stops a third time within the 2 hours
time span, the element will be shut down and must be reset manually.

5.5 kW compressor module

When the compressor is stopped due to overheating, the compressor will not restart
until the failure is acknowledged and the compressor is restarted manually. See also
sections Shutdown warning and Shutdown.

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2.7 Air dryer

Flow diagram

Compressed air circuit

Compressed air enters heat exchanger (1) and is cooled by the outgoing, cold, dried air. Water in
the incoming air starts to condense. The air then flows through heat exchanger/evaporator (2)
where the refrigerant evaporates, causing the air to be cooled further to close to the evaporating
temperature of the refrigerant. More water in the air condenses. The cold air then flows through
separator (3) where all the condensate is separated from the air.
The cold, dried air flows through heat exchanger (1) where it is warmed up by the incoming air.
The condensate is automatically drained by the electronic condensate drain (9).

Refrigerant circuit
Compressor (4) delivers hot, high-pressure refrigerant gas which flows through condenser (6)
where most of the refrigerant condenses.
The liquid flows through liquid refrigerant dryer/filter (7) to capillary tube (8). The refrigerant
leaves the capillary tube at evaporating pressure.
The refrigerant enters evaporator (2) where it withdraws heat from the compressed air by further
evaporation at constant pressure. The heated refrigerant leaves the evaporator and is sucked in
by the compressor.
The condenser (6) pressure must be kept as constant as possible to obtain stable operation. Fan
control switch (P) therefore stops and starts the condenser cooling fan. If, under partial or no
load, the evaporator (2) pressure drops to approximately 2.25 bar(e) (32.63 psig), the hot gas
bypass valve (5) opens and hot, high-pressure gas is fed to the evaporator circuit to prevent the
evaporator pressure from dropping any further.

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Automatic drain

The dryers are equipped with an electronic condensate drain (EWD). The condensate from the
condensate trap accumulates in a collector. When the condensate reaches a certain level, it is
discharged through the drain outlet (1).
The condensate can also be drained by pressing the test button (2).
The drain filter can be cleaned by opening the manual drain valve (3), see section Preventive
maintenance schedule.

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3 Controller

3.1 General

Control panel

Elektronikon® Graphic controller

Introduction
The controller has following functions:
• Controlling the compressor
• Protecting the compressor
• Monitoring components subject to service
• Automatic restart after voltage failure (made inactive)

Automatic control of the compressor operation

The controller maintains the net pressure between programmable limits by automatically starting
and stopping one or more compressor modules. A number of programmable settings, e.g. the
starting and stopping pressures and the maximum allowed motor starting frequency and several
other parameters are hereby taken into account.
The controller stops the compressor whenever possible to reduce the power consumption and
restarts it automatically when the net pressure decreases.

A number of time based automatic start/stop commands can be programmed. Take into
account that a start command will be executed (if programmed and activated), even after
manually stopping the compressor.

Protecting the compressor

Shutdown
Several sensors are provided on the compressor. If one of the measured signals exceeds the
programmed shutdown level, the compressor will be stopped. This will be indicated on display (1)
and general alarm LED (2) will blink.

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Remedy the trouble and reset the message. See also section Inputs menu.

Before remedying, consult the applicable safety precautions.

Shutdown warning / shutdown

If the compressor element temperature exceeds the factory set warning level, the compressor
element will be stopped for a short time and a warning will appear on the controller display (1)
and the general alarm LED (2) will light up.
In case of repetitive stops due to a too high temperature, a manual reset will be necessary before
restarting the compressor.
The compressor will also be stopped when the motor is overloaded.
A warning message will also appear if, on compressors with integrated dryer, the dew point
temperature is too high in relation to the ambient temperature.

Service warning
A number of service operations are grouped (called Service Plans). Each Service Plan has a
programmed time interval. If a time interval is exceeded, a message will appear on display (1) to
warn the operator to carry out the service actions belonging to that Service Plan.
The running hours will be recalculated with respect to the ambient temperature. This algorithm is
activated when the compressor is operated above 30 °C (86 °F) ambient.

Automatic restart after voltage failure

The controller has a built-in function to automatically restart the compressor when the voltage is
restored after voltage failure. For compressors leaving the factory, this function is made inactive.
If desired, the function can be activated.
Consult the Atlas Copco Customer Centre if a change is considered (password protected
function).

If the function is activated and provided the regulator was in the automatic operation
mode, the compressor will automatically restart if the supply voltage to the module is
restored within the programmed time interval.

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3.2 Control panel

Control panel

Parts and functions

Reference Designation Function

1 Display Shows the compressor operating condition and a
number of icons to navigate through the menu.
2 Pictograph Automatic operation
3 Pictograph General alarm
4 Alarm LED Flashes in case of a shutdown, is lit in case of a
warning condition.
5 Pictograph Service
6 Service LED Lights up if service is needed
7 Automatic operation LED Indicates that the regulator is automatically
controlling the compressor.
The compressor is stopped and restarted
8 Voltage on LED Indicates that the voltage is switched on.
9 Pictograph Voltage
10 Enter key Use this button to confirm the last action.
11 Escape key Use this button to go to previous screen or to end
the current action.
12 Scroll keys Keys to scroll through the menu.
13 Stop button Button to stop the compressor. LED (7) goes out.
14 Start button Button to start the compressor. LED (7) lights up
indicating that the controller is operative.

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3.3 Icons used

Status icons

Name Icon Description

Stopped / Running When the compressor is stopped, the icon stands still.
When the compressor is running, the icon is rotating.

Compressor status Motor stopped

Motor running

Machine control mode Local start / stop

or

Remote start / stop

Network control

Automatic restart after voltage Automatic restart after voltage failure is active
failure

Week timer Week timer is active

Active protection functions Emergency stop

Shutdown

Warning

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Name Icon Description

Service Service required

Main screen display Value lines display icon

Chart display icon

General icons No communication / network problem

Not valid

Input icons

Icon Description
Pressure

Temperature

Digital input

Special protection

System icons

Icon Description
Compressor element (LP, HP, ...)

Dryer

Fan

Drain

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Icon Description
Filter

Motor

Failure expansion module

Network problem

General alarm

The compressor module is running and can be stopped

The compressor module is stopped and is ready to start

The compressor module is awaiting the minimum stop time to expire

Menu icons

Icon Description
Inputs

Outputs

Alarms (Warnings, shutdowns)

Counters

Test

or

Settings

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Icon Description
Service

Event history (saved data)

Access key / User password

Network

Setpoint

Info

Navigation arrows

Icon Description
Up

Down

3.4 Main screen

Control panel

1 Scroll keys
2 Enter key
3 Escape key

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Function
The Main screen is the screen that is shown automatically when the voltage is switched on and
one of the keys is pushed. It is switched off automatically after a few minutes when no keys are
pushed.
Typically, 6 different main screen views can be chosen:
1. Two value lines
2. Four value lines
3. Chart (High resolution)
4. Chart (Medium resolution)
5. Chart (Low resolution)
6. Scroll animation

Two and four value lines screens

This type of Main screen shows the value of 2 or 4 parameters (see section Inputs menu).

Typical Main screen (2 value lines)

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(1) Compressor Outlet

(2) Ambient Air
(3) Load, Shutdown, ... (text varies upon the compressors actual condition)
(4) Menu

Typical Main screen (4 value lines), fixed speed compressors

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(1) Compressor Outlet

(2) Element 2 Outlet
(3) Off, Shutdown,... (text varies upon the compressors actual condition
(4) Menu
(5) Element 1 Outlet
(6) Ambient Air

• Section A shows information regarding the compressor operation (e.g. the outlet pressure,
the ambient temperature or the temperature at one of the compressor element outlets).
• Section B shows Status icons. Following icon types are shown in this field:
• Fixed icons
These icons are always shown in the main screen and cannot be selected by the cursor
(e.g. Compressor stopped or running).
• Optional icons
These icons are only shown if their corresponding function is activated (e.g. week timer,
automatic restart after voltage failure , etc.)
• Pop up icons
These icons pop up if an abnormal condition occurs (warnings, shutdowns, service,...)
To call up more information about the icons shown, select the icon concerned using the
scroll keys and press the enter key.
• Section C is called the Status bar
This bar shows the text that corresponds to the selected icon.
• Section D shows the Action buttons. Depending on the situation, these buttons are used:
• To call up or program settings
• To reset a motor overload, service message or emergency stop
• To have access to all data collected by the regulator
The function of the buttons depends on the displayed menu. The most common functions
are:

Designation Function
Menu To go to the menu
Modify To modify programmable settings
Reset To reset a timer or message

To activate an action button, highlight the button by using the Scroll keys and press the
Enter key.
To go back to the previous menu, press the Escape key.

Chart views
Instead of viewing values, it is also possible to view a graph of one of the input signals (see
section Inputs menu) in function of the time.

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When Chart (High Resolution) is selected, the chart shows the variation of the selected input (in
this case the pressure) per minute. Also the instantaneous value is displayed. The screen shows
the last 4 minutes.
The switch button (icon) for selecting other screens is changed into a small Chart and is
highlighted (active).

When the Chart (Medium Resolution) is selected, the chart shows the variation of the selected
input per hour. The screen shows the last 4 hours.

When the Chart (Low Resolution) is selected, the chart shows the variation of the selected input
per day. The screen shows the evolution over the last 10 days.

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Selection of a main screen view

To change between the different screen layouts, select the far right icon in the control icons line
(see value lines display icon or chart display icon in section Icons used) and press the Enter key.
A screen similar to the one below opens:

Select the layout required and press the Enter key. See also section Inputs menu.

3.5 Calling up menus

Control panel

1 Scroll keys
2 Enter key
3 Escape key

Procedure
When the voltage is switched on, the Main screen is switched on automatically:

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Typical Main screen (2 value lines)

• To go to the Menu screen, select action button Menu (1) by means of the Scroll keys and
press the Enter key.
Following screen appears:

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(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• The menu screen shows a number of icons. Each icon indicates a menu item. By default,
the Regulation icon is selected. The status bar shows the name of the menu that
corresponds with the selected icon.
• Use the Scroll keys to select the required icon (see further). Pressing the Escape key
returns to the Main screen.

3.6 Shutdown warning

Description
A shutdown warning will appear in the event of:
• Too high element temperature
• Too high ambient temperature
• Too high dew point temperature (on compressors with integrated refrigerant dryer)

High element temperature

When a compressor element temperature exceeds the warning level, the element stops during a
Minimum Stop Time . It will be restarted automatically after this time has elapsed and if the
temperature is below this limit.

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As long as the element is stopped, an hourglass icon (1) replaces the element concerned in the
main screen:

Element 2 is stopped during a Minimum Stop Time due to a high element temperature

If the element temperature exceeds the factory set shutdown warning repeatedly, the element will
shut down, alarm LED (4) (see section Control panel) will lit and following screen will appear:

Element 2 is shutdown due to repeatedly high element temperature warnings

If this occurs:
1. Switch off the voltage and remedy the problem cause.
2. Switch on the voltage and reset the element manually by selecting the warning icon (or go to
warning menu - elements) and press Reset:

Warning element screen (element 2 is triggered)

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(1) Element(s) (4) Problem Element

(2) Warning Element 2 (5) More
(3) Triggered (6) Reset

Each time an element is reset manually, this will be logged in the Element Problem Reset
counter:

Counter screen where one element was reset manually

Text on image

(1) Information (4) Element Warnings

(2) Trigger level (5) Element Problem Resets
(3) High Temperature Warnings (6) Modify

High ambient temperature

If the ambient temperature is above the factory setting (40 °C - 104 °F), a warning is triggered
and a warning icon (1) is shown on the main screen:

Main screen with high ambient temperature warning

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(1) Compressor outlet (pressure) (3) Load

(2) Warning icon (4) Menu

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If this warning is triggered, the description of this warning can be found in the protection menu.
Following screen is shown:

Description of high ambient alarm in the protection menu

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(1) General (4) Shutd. Warn.

(2) Ambient air (5) Shutdown
(3) High temperature warning

Dew point temperature

On compressors with integrated dryer, alarm LED (4) will be lit and the related alarm icon will be
flashing if the dew poin temperature exceeds the warning level:

Main screen with dew point exceeding the limit

Text on image

(1) Compressor outlet (pressure) (3) Load

(2) Warning icon (4) Menu

Go to the Input menu to see the actual dew point temperature. Press the Stop button (13 - see
section Control panel) to stop the compressor, switch off the voltage, inspect the compressor and
remedy if necessary.
The warning message will disappear as soon the warning condition disappears.

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3.7 Shutdown

Description
The compressor will shut down in case of:
• Too high ambient temperature
• Motor overload
• Outlet pressure sensor error

High ambient temperature

If the ambient temperature is above the factory set shutdown temperature (45 °C - 113 °F), the
compressor will be stopped and a stop icon will be shown on the main screen of the controller:

Main screen - shutdown by too high ambient temperature

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(1) Compressor outlet (3) Shutdown

(2) Stop icon (4) Menu

Motor overload
A motor overload relay protects the motor of each compressor module. The motor is shutdown if
the motor current is too high.

3.8 Inputs menu

Menu icon, Inputs

Function
• To display the actual value of the measured data (analog inputs) and the status of the digital
inputs (e.g. emergency stop contact, motor overload relay, etc.).
• To select the digital input to be shown on the chart in the main screen.

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Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:

Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Inputs icon (see above, section Menu icon).
• Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears:

Text on image

(1) Inputs (4) Ambient air

(2) Compressor outlet (5) Emergency stop(Closed)
(3) Element outlet

• The screen shows a list of all inputs with their corresponding icons and readings.
• If an input is in warning or shutdown, the original icon is replaced by the warning or
shutdown icon respectively (the Stop icon and the Warning icon in the screen shown above).
A small chart icon, shown below an item in the list means this input signal is shown on the chart
at the main screen. Any analog input can be selected.

Selecting another input signal as main chart signal

With the Modify button active (light grey background in above screen), press the Enter button on
the controller. A screen similar to the one below appears:

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The first item in the list is highlighted. In this example, the Net Pressure is selected (chart icon).
To change, press the Enter button again. A pop up window opens:

Press Enter again to remove this input from the chart. Another confirmation pop up opens:

Select Yes to remove or No to quit the current action.

In a similar way, another input signal can be highlighted and selected as Main Chart signal:

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(1) Set As Main Chart Signal

3.9 Outputs menu

Menu icon, Outputs

Function
To call up information regarding the actual status of some outputs such as the condition of the
Fan motor overload contact, the general warning contact, etc.

Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:

Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the outputs icon (see above).
• Press the Enter key. A screen similar to the one below appears:

Outputs screen (typical)

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(1) General (4) General warning

(2) General shutdown (5) Cabinet fan
(3) Fan motor

• The screen shows a list of all outputs with their corresponding icons and readings.
If an output is in warning or shutdown, the original icon is replaced by the warning or
shutdown icon respectively.

3.10 Counters

Menu icon, Counters

Function
To call up:
• The running hours
• The loaded hours
• The number of motor starts
• The number of hours that the regulator has been powered
• The number of load cycles

Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key.
Following screen appears:

Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Counters icon (see above).
• Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:

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(1) Counters (4) Fan starts

(2) Shutdowns element 2 (5) Module hours
(3) Load relay

The screen shows a list of all counters with their actual readings.

3.11 Control mode selection

Function
To select the control mode, i.e. whether the compressor is in local control, remote control or
controlled via a local area network (LAN).

Procedure
• Starting from the Main screen, make sure action button Menu (1) is selected:

Text on image

(1) Menu

• Next, use the scroll buttons to go to the control mode icon (2) and press the Enter key (see
section Icons used for the meaning of the icons):

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• There are 3 possibilities:

• Local control (1)
• Remote control (2)
• LAN control (3)

After selecting the required control mode, press the Enter key on the controller to confirm your
selection. The new control mode selection is now visible on the main screen.

3.12 Service menu

Menu icon, Service

Function
• To reset the service plans which are carried out.
• To check when the next service plans are to be carried out.
• To find out which service plans were carried out in the past.
• To modify the programmed service intervals.

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Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:

Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Service icon (see above, section Menu icon).
• Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:

Text on image

(1) Service (4) Next service

(2) Overview (5) History
(3) Service plan

• Scroll through the items to select the desired item and press the Enter key to see the details
as explained below.

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Overview

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(1) Overview (3) Real Time (hours)

(2) Running Hours (4) Reset

Example for service level (A):

The figures at the left are the programmed service intervals. For Service interval A, the
programmed number of running hours is 2500 hours (upper row) and the programmed number of
real time hours is 8760 hours, which corresponds to one year (second row). This means that the
controller will launch a service warning when either 2500 running hours or 8760 real hours are
reached, whichever comes first. Note that the real time hours counter keeps counting, also when
the controller is not powered.
A new algorithm is implemented for a better protection of the compressor elements. The running
hours will be recalculated depending on the ambient temperature. A compressor continuously
running in an ambient temperature between 30 °C (86 °F) and 35 °C (95 °F) is working in harder
conditions than an element running at 20 °C (68 °F). Therefore a service done earlier (a time
reduction of 30 % is applied in this temperature zone) will protect the element in a better way. In
the zone between 35 °C (95 °F) and 40 °C (104 °F), the time reduction is 60 %.
The figures within the bars are the number of hours to go till the next service intervention. In the
example above, the compressor was just started up, which means it still has 2500 running hours
or 8305 hours to go before the next Service intervention.

Service plans
A number of service operations are grouped (called Level A, Level B, etc...). Each level stands
for a number of service actions to be carried out at the time intervals programmed in the
controller.
When a service plan interval is reached, a message will appear on the screen.
After carrying out the service actions related to the indicated levels, the timers must be reset.
From the Service menu above, select Service plan (3) and press Enter. Following screen
appears:

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(1) Service plan (4) Real time hours

(2) Level (5) Modify
(3) Running hours

Modifying a service plan

Dependant on the operating conditions, it can be necessary to modify the service intervals. To do
so, use the Scroll keys to select the value to be modified. A screen similar to the one below
appears:

Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:

Modify the value as required, using the ↑ or ↓ scroll key and press the Enter key to confirm.
Note: Running hours can be modified in steps of 100 hours, real time hours can be modified in
steps of 1 hour.

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Next Service

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(1) Next service (3) Running hours

(2) Level (4) Actual

In the example above, the A Service level is programmed at 500 running hours, of which 0 hours
have passed.

History
The History screen shows a list of all service actions done in the past, sorted by date. The date at
the top is the most recent service action. To see the details of a completed service action (e.g.
Service level, Running hours or Real time hours), use the Scroll keys to select the desired action
and press the Enter key.

3.13 Setpoint menu

Menu icon, Setpoint

Function
It is possible to program 2 different pressure bands. This menu is also used to select the active
pressure band.

Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:

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(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Setpoint icon (see above, section Menu icon)
• Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:

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(1) Regulation (4) Pressure band 2 High

(2) Pressure band 1 High (5) Pressure band 2 Low
(3) Pressure band 1 Low (6) Modify

• The screen shows the actual stopping and starting pressure settings for both pressure
bands.
To modify the settings, move the cursor to the action button Modify and press the Enter key.
Following screen appears:

• The first line of the screen is highlighted. Use the Scroll keys to highlight the setting to be
modified and press the Enter key. Following screen appears:

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(1) Regulation (2) Stopping pressure

• The upper and lower limit of the setting is shown in grey, the actual setting is shown in black.
Use the ↑ or ↓ key of the Scroll keys to modify the settings as required and press the Enter
key to accept.
If necessary, change the other settings as required in the same way as described above.

3.14 Event history menu

Menu icon, Event History

Function
To call up the last shutdown and last emergency stop data.

Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key.
Following screen appears:

Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Event History icon (see above).
• Press the Enter key. The list of last shutdown and emergency stop cases is shown.

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Example of Event History screen

• Scroll through the items to select the desired shutdown or emergency stop event.
• Press the Enter key to find the date, time and other data reflecting the status of the
compressor when that shutdown or emergency stop occurred.

3.15 General settings menu

Menu icon, Settings

Function
To display and modify a number of settings.

Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:

Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Settings icon (see above)
• Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:

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This screen shows again a number of icons. By default, the User Password icon is selected.
The status bar shows the description that corresponds with the selected icon. Each icon
covers one or more items , such as
• Access level
• Elements
• Dryer
• Fan
• Filter(s)
• Motor/Starter
• General
• Automatic restart after voltage failure
• Network
• Regulation
• Remote
For adapting certain parameters, a password may be necessary.
Example: Selecting the General Settings icon gives the possibility to change e.g. the
language, the date, the date format, etc.:

Text on image

(1) General (4) Date

(2) Language In Use (5) Date Format
(3) Time (6) Modify

• To modify, select the Modify button using the Scroll keys and press the Enter key.
• A screen similar to the one above is shown, the first item (Language) is highlighted. Use the
↓ key of the Scroll keys to select the setting to be modified and press the Enter key.
• A pop up screen appears. Use the ↑ or ↓ key to select the required value and press the
Enter key to confirm.

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3.16 Info menu

Menu icon, Info

Function
Shows the Atlas Copco internet address.

Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:

Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, move the cursor to the Info icon (see above, section Menu icon).
• Press the Enter key. The internet address appears on the screen.

3.17 Week timer menu

Menu icon, Week timer

Function
• To program time based start/stop commands for the compressor.
• To program time based changeover commands for the net pressure band.
• Four different week schemes can be programmed.
• A week cycle can be programmed, a week cycle is a sequence of 10 weeks. For each week
in the cycle, one of the four programmed week schemes can be chosen.

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Important remark:
You can select different timers on one day.(up to 8 actions). It is however not possible to
program 2 actions at the same time. The solution: leave at least 1 minute in between 2
actions.
Example: Start Compressor: 5.00 AM, Pressure Setpoint 2: 5.01 AM (or later).

Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Use the Scroll buttons
to select the Timer icon.

Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Press the Enter key on the controller. Following screen appears:

Text on image

(1) Week Timer (4) Status

(2) Week Action Schemes (5) Week Timer Inactive
(3) Week Cycle (6) Remaining Running Time

The first item in this list is highlighted. Select the item to be adapted and press the Enter key
on the controller to modify.

Programming week schemes

• Select Week action schemes and press Enter. A new window opens. The first item in the list
is highlighted in red. Press the Enter key on the controller to modify Week Action Scheme 1.

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(1) Week Action Schemes (4) Week Action Scheme 3

(2) Week Action Scheme 1 (5) Week Action Scheme 4
(3) Week Action Scheme 2

• A weekly list is shown. Monday is automatically selected and highlighted in red. Press the
Enter key on the controller to set an action for this day.

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(1) Week Action Scheme 1 (5) Thursday

(2) Monday (6) Friday
(3) Tuesday (7) Saturday
(4) Wednesday (8) Sunday

• A new window opens. The Modify action button is selected. Press the enter button on the
controller to create an action.

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(1) Monday (2) Modify

• A new popup window opens. Select an action from this list by using the Scroll keys on the
controller. When ready press the Enter key to confirm.

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(1) Monday (5) Stop

(2) Actions (6) Pressure Setpoint 1
(3) Remove (7) Modify
(4) Start

• A new window opens. The action is now visible in the first day of the week.

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(1) Monday (3) Save

(2) Start (4) Modify

• To adjust the time, use the Scroll keys on the controller and press the Enter key to confirm.

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• A new pop up window opens. Use the ↑ or ↓ key of Scroll keys to modify the values of the
hours. Use the ← or → Scroll keys to go to the minutes.

Text on image

(1) Monday (3) Save

(2) Time (4) Modify

• Press the Escape key on the controller. The action button Modify is selected. Use the Scroll
keys to select the action Save.

Text on image

(1) Monday (3) Save

(2) Start (4) Modify

• A new pop-up window opens. Use the Scroll keys on the controller to select the correct
actions. Press the Enter key to confirm.

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(1) Monday (5) Yes

(3) Are you sure? (6) Save
(4) No (7) Modify

Press the Escape key to leave this window.

• The action is shown below the day the action is planned.

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(1) Week Action Scheme 1 (5) Thursday

(2) Monday - Start (6) Friday
(3) Tuesday (7) Saturday
(4) Wednesday (8) Sunday

Press the Escape key on the controller to leave this screen.

Programming the week cycle

A week cycle is a sequence of 10 weeks. For each week in the cycle, one of the four
programmed week schemes can be chosen.
• Select Week Cycle from the main Week Timer menu list.

Text on image

(1) Week Timer (4) Status

(2) Week Action Schemes (5) Week Timer Inactive
(3) Week Cycle (6) Remaining Running Time

• A list of 10 weeks is shown.

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(1) Week Cycle (4) Week 3

(2) Week 1 (5) Week 4
(3) Week 2 (6) Modify

Press the Enter key twice to modify the first week.

• A new window opens. Select the action, example: Week Action Scheme 1

Text on image

(1) Week Cycle (4) Week Action Scheme 2

(2) Week 1 (5) Week Action Scheme 3
(3) Week Action Scheme 1 (6) Modify

• Check the status of the Week Timer

Use the Escape key on the controller to go back to the main Week Timer menu. Select the
status of the Week Timer.

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(1) Week Timer (4) Status

(2) Week Action Schemes (5) Week Timer Inactive
(3) Week Cycle (6) Remaining Running Time

• A new window opens. Select Week 1 to set the Week Timer active.

Text on image

(1) Week Timer (3) Week Timer Inactive

(2) Week (4) Week 1

• Press the Escape key on the controller to leave this window. The status shows that week 1
is active.

Text on image

(1) Week Timer (4) Status

(2) Week Action Schemes (5) Remaining Running Time
(3) Week Cycle

• Press the Escape key on the controller to go to the main Week Timer menu. Select
Remaining Running Time from the list and press the Enter key on the controller to Modify.

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• This timer is used when the week timer is set and for certain reasons the compressor must
continue working, for example, 1 hour, it can be set in this screen. This timer is prior to the
Week Timer action.

Text on image

(1) Week Timer (3) Remaining Running Time

(2) Week Action Schemes

3.18 Test menu

Menu icon, Test

or

Function
• To carry out a display test, i.e. to check whether the display and LED's are still intact.

Procedure
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• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key (2). Following screen
appears:

• Using the scroll keys, move the cursor to the test icon (see above)
• Press the Enter key, following screen appears:

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(1) Test (3) Not allowed

(2) Safety Valve Test (4) Audit Data

• The safety valve test can only be performed by authorized personnel and is protected by a
security code.
• Select the item display test and press the enter key. A screen is shown to inspect the
display, at the same time all LED's are lit.

3.19 User password menu

Menu icon, Password

Function
If the password option is activated, it is impossible for not authorized persons to modify any
setting.

Procedure
Starting from the Main screen,
• Move the cursor to the action button Menu and press the Enter key. Following screen
appears:

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Text on image

(1) Menu (2) Regulation

• Using the Scroll keys, select the Settings icon (see section General settings menu).
• Press the Enter key. Following screen appears:

• Move the cursor to the Password icon (see above, section Menu icon)
• Select Modify, using the Scroll keys and press the Enter key. Next, modify the password as
required.

3.20 Web server

The controller has a built-in web server that allows direct connection to the company network or
to a dedicated PC via a local area network (LAN). This allows to consult certain data and settings
via a PC instead of on the display of the controller.

Getting started

If the compressor is equipped with a SMARTBOX, the network connection of the

Elektronikon is already in use. To allow the web server functionality, the network cable
that is connected to the SMARTBOX should be unplugged and replaced by the cable of
the company network.
If both the web server functionality and SMARTBOX are required, please contact your
local Atlas Copco Customer Centre for support.

Make sure you are logged in as administrator.

• Use the internal network card from your computer or a USB to LAN adapter (see picture
below).

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USB to LAN adapter

• Use a UTP cable (CAT 5e) to connect to the controller (see picture below).

Configuration of the network card (in Windows)

• Go to My Network places (1).

• Click on View Network connections (1).

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• Select the Local Area connection (1), which is connected to the controller.

• Click with the right button and select properties (1).

• Use the check box Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (1) (see picture). To avoid conflicts, uncheck
other properties if they are checked. After selecting TCP/IP, click on the Properties button
(2) to change the settings.

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• Use the following settings:

• IP Address [Link]
• Subnetmask [Link]
Click OK and close network connections.

Configuration of the web server

Configure the web interface (for Internet Explorer)
• Open Internet Explorer and click on Tools - Internet options (2).

• Click on the Connections tab (1) and then click on the LAN settings button (2).

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• In the Proxy server Group box, click on the Advanced button (1).

• In the Exceptions Group box, enter the IP address of your controller. Multiple IP addresses
can be given but they must be separated with semicolons (;).
Example: Suppose that you already added two IP addresses ([Link] and
[Link]). Now you add [Link] and separate the 3 IP addresses by putting
semicolons between them (1) (see picture).

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Click OK (2) to close the window.

Viewing the controller data

All screen shots are indicative. The number of displayed fields depends on the selected
options.

• Open your browser and type the IP address of the controller you want to view in your
browser (in this example [Link] The interface opens:

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Screen shot (typical)

Navigation and options

• The banner shows the compressor type and the language selector. In this example, three
languages are available on the controller.

Compressor settings
All compressor settings can be displayed or hidden. Put a check mark in front of each point of
interest and it will be displayed. Only the machine status is fixed and can not be removed from
the main screen.
Analog inputs
Lists all current analog input values. The measurement units can be changed in the preference
button from the navigation menu.

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Counters
Lists all current counter values from controller and compressor.

Info status
Machine status is always shown on the web interface.

Digital inputs
Lists all Digital inputs and their status.

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Digital outputs
Lists all Digital outputs and their status.

Special protections
Lists all special protections of the compressor.

Service plan
Displays all levels of the service plan and their status. This screen shot underneath only shows
the running hours. It is also possible to show the current status of the service interval.

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3.21 Programmable settings

Compressors with built-in refrigeration dryer

Minimum Factory Maximum

setting setting setting
Starting pressure
Starting pressure (8 bar compressors) bar(e) 4 6.8 7.8

Minimum Factory Maximum

setting setting setting
Stopping pressure
Stopping pressure (8 bar compressors) bar(e) 4 7.8 7.8

Parameters

Minimum Factory Maximum

setting setting setting
Allowed number of motor starts per day 72 720 720
Power recovery time (Automatic restart s 60 60 3600
function)
Restart delay s 0 0 1200
Communication time-out s 10 30 60

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Protections

Minimum Factory Maximum

setting setting setting
Ambient temperature warning level °C 0 40 40
Ambient temperature shutdown level °C 0 45 45

Service plan
The built-in service timers will give a Service warning message after their respective pre-
programmed time interval has elapsed.
Also see section Preventive maintenance schedule.
Consult Atlas Copco if a timer setting has to be changed. The intervals must not exceed the
nominal intervals and must coincide logically. See section Service menu.

Terminology

Term Explanation
ARAVF Automatic Restart After Voltage Failure. See section General.
Power recovery Is the period within which the voltage must be restored to have an automatic restart. Is
time accessible if the automatic restart is activated. To activate the automatic restart function,
consult your supplier.
Restart delay This parameter allows to programme that not all compressors are restarted at the same
time after a power failure (ARAVF active).
Delay at shut- Is the time for which the signal must exist before the compressor is shut down. If it is
down signal required to program this setting to another value, consult your supplier.
Minimum stop Once the compressor has automatically stopped, it will remain stopped for the minimum
time stop time, whatever happens with the net air pressure. Consult your supplier if a setting
lower than 20 seconds is required.
Starting / The regulator does not accept inconsistent settings, e.g. if the stopping pressure is
stopping programmed at 7.0 bar(e) (101 psi(g)), the maximum limit for the starting pressure
pressure changes to 6.9 bar(e) (100 psi(g)). The recommended minimum pressure difference
between starting and stopping is 0.6 bar (9 psi(g)).

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4 Installation guidelines

4.1 Dimension drawing

The dimension drawings can be found on the DVD or the USB, supplied with the compressor.

Model Dimension drawing number

SF 8+, SF 11 + Low canopy metric 9820 7462 00–01
SF 8+, SF 11 + Low canopy imperial 9820 7462 00–02
SF 8+, SF 11 + High canopy metric 9820 7502 00–01
SF 8+, SF 11 + High canopy imperial 9820 7502 00–02

Hereby a list of commonly used terms with their translation:

Text on drawings Translation or Explanation

COOLING AIR OUTLET OF AFTERCOOLER Cooling air outlet of aftercooler and dryer
AND DRYER
COOLING AIR OUTLET OF COMPRESSOR Cooling air outlet of the compressor
AMBIENT SENSOR Sensor to measure the ambient temperature
CABINET VENTILATION Ventilation outlet opening for cabinet
COMPRESSED AIR OUTLET Compressed air outlet
ELECTRIC CABLE PASSAGE / POWER Opening for power supply cable
SUPPLY CABLE
MANUAL DRAIN Manual drain valve
AUTOMATIC DRAIN Automatic drain outlet
CENTER OF GRAVITY Location of center of gravity
COOLING AIR INLET OF AFTERCOOLER AND Cooling air inlet of aftercooler and dryer
DRYER
COOLING AIR INLET OF COMPRESSOR AND Cooling air inlet for compressor and cabinet
CABINET
COMPRESSOR MOUNTING HOLES Location of anchoring points to fixate the compressor
CENTER OF GRAVITY DIMENSIONS AND Location of the center of gravity and mass
MASS

4.2 Installation proposal

Outdoor/altitude operation

If the compressor is installed outdoors or if the air inlet temperature can be below 0 °C
(32 °F), precautions must be taken. In this case, and also if operating at high altitude,
consult Atlas Copco.

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Installation proposal

Reference Description
1 Minimum free area to be reserved for the compressor installation
2 Ventilation proposals

Procedure
1. Install the compressor on a level floor, suitable for taking the weight of the compressor in a
frost free and preferably low dust location.
2. Compressed air outlet valve.
3. Delivery pipe.
The pressure drop over the air delivery pipe can be calculated as follows:
Δp = (L x 450 x Qc1.85) / (d5 x P), with
d = inner diameter of the pipe in mm

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Δp = pressure drop in bar (recommended maximum: 0.1 bar (1.5 psi))

L = length of the pipe in m
P = absolute pressure at the compressor outlet in bar
Qc= Free air delivery of the compressor in l/s
4. Ventilation: The inlet grid(s) and ventilation fan should be installed in such a way that any
recirculation of hot cooling air to the inlet gratings of the compressor/dryer is avoided.
The air velocity to the grid(s) has to be limited to 5 m/s (16.5 ft/s).
Maximum allowable pressure drop over cooling air ducts is 50 Pa (0.12 in WC).
When 50 Pa is exceeded, a ventilation fan is needed at the outlet of the cooling air ducts.
The maximum air temperature at the compressor intake opening is 40° C (104 °F), the
minimum is 0° C (32 °F).
Alternative 1 and 3: The required ventilation to limit the compressor room temperature can
be calculated from :
Qv = 0,92 N /Δt
with
Qv = required ventilation capacity in m3/s
N = nominal motor power of the compressor in kW
Δt = temperature increase in the compressor room in °C
Alternative 2 and 4: The fan capacity should match the compressor fan capacity at a
pressure head equal to the pressure drop caused by the cooling air ducts.
5. Control cubicle with monitoring panel.
6. Mains cable entry.
7. Optional filters can be installed in the pressure line downstream the air outlet valve,
e.g.:
• A DD filter for general purpose filtration. The filter traps solid particles down to 1 micron.
• A PD filter for filtration down to 0.01 micron. A PD filter must always be installed
downstream a DD filter.
It is recommended to provide bypass pipes and valves across the filters in order to isolate
the filters during maintenance without disturbing the compressed air delivery.
8. Safety valve.
9. The drain pipes to the drain must not dip into the water.
10. Compressor cooling air outlet.
11. Ventilation outlet
12. Aftercooler and dryer cooling air outlet.
13. Data plate.

4.3 Electrical connections

Attention

The electrical installation must correspond to the local codes. The mains supply and
earthing lines must be of suitable size.
The installation must be earthed and protected by fuses in each phase. An isolating
switch should be installed near the compressor.
Make sure that this switch is open to isolate the compressor from the mains
before carrying out any connection.
To preserve the protection degree of the electric cubicle and to protect its components
from dust from the environment, it is mandatory to use a proper cable gland when
connecting the supply cable to the compressor.

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Supply cable
Consult section Electric cable size and fuses for the section of the power supply cable.
Connect the supply cable to terminals L1, L2 and L3 of terminal strip (1X0), connect the neutral
conductor to terminal (N) (if applicable) and the earthing conductor to the earthing bolt (1X3).

4.4 Pictographs

Pictographs

Pictographs

Reference Designation
1 Automatic condensate drain

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Reference Designation
2 Warning: before connecting compressor electrically, consult Instruction book for motor
rotation direction
3 Consult the specific instructions before greasing
4 Manual condensate drain
5 Torques for steel (Fe) or brass (CuZn) bolts
6 Switch off the voltage and depressurize the compressor before maintenance or repair
7 Warning: voltage
8 Warning: hot surface
9 Rotation direction of fan

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5 Operating instructions

5.1 Initial start-up

Safety

The operator must apply all relevant Safety precautions.

Initial start-up procedure

1. Remove the red painted transport brackets (2).

2. Check the settings of the overload relays. See section Electric cable size and fuses.
3. Connect the compressor electrically. See section Electrical connections.
4. Close the condensate drain valve. See chapter Condensate management in section Flow
diagram.
5. Switch on the voltage. Start and stop the compressor. On 3-phase compressors, check for
correct direction of rotation (direction arrows are provided on the motors). If the rotation
direction is wrong, switch off the voltage and reverse two incoming electric lines.

5.2 Starting

Procedure

1. Open the air outlet valve. See section Introduction for its location.

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2. Switch on the voltage.

3. Close all manual condensate drain valves.
4. Press the start button (1). The compressor starts running and automatic operation LED
lights up.
5. The regulator will automatically stop and start the compressor modules in function of the air
pressure.
6. On compressors with integrated dryer, the nominal pressure dew point will be reached after
a few minutes.

The number of starts is limited to 30 starts per hour. See also section Programmable
settings.

5.3 During operation

Control panel

Procedure
1. If the automatic operation LED (3) is alight, the regulator is automatically controlling the
compressor modules (starting/stopping).
2. Check the readings on the display (1). In case of a warning or shutdown condition, see
section Problem solving or Event history menu.
3. Check that condensate is discharged automatically from the condensate drain outlet during
operation.

The dew point will deviate from nominal when the nominal conditions are exceeded. If
the dew point remains too high or unstable, consult section Problem solving.

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5.4 Stopping

Procedure

1. Press the stop button (2).

2. Close the air outlet valve. See section Introduction.
3. Switch off the voltage.
4. Open the manual condensate drain valve.

5.5 Taking out of operation

Procedure
1. Stop the compressor and close the air outlet valve.
2. Switch off the voltage and disconnect the compressor from the mains.
3. Depressurize the compressor. Open the condensate drain valve.
4. Shut off and depressurize the part of the air net which connected to the outlet valve.
Disconnect the compressor from the air net.
5. Disconnect the condensate piping from the local condensate drain system.

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6 Maintenance

6.1 Preventive maintenance schedule

Warning

Before carrying out any maintenance, repair work or adjustments, proceed as

follows:
• Stop the compressor.
• Switch off the voltage and open the isolating switch.
• Press the emergency stop button (S3).
• Close the air outlet valve.
• Depressurize the compressor by opening the manual drain valve(s).
The operator must apply all relevant Safety precautions during maintenance or repair.

Warranty - Product Liability

Use only authorized parts. Any damage or malfunction caused by the use of unauthorized parts
is not covered by Warranty or Product Liability.

General
When servicing, replace all removed gaskets, O-rings and washers.

Intervals
The local Customer Centre may overrule the specified maintenance schedule, especially the
service intervals, depending on the environmental and operating conditions of the compressor.

The longer interval checks must always include the shorter interval checks.

Preventive maintenance schedule

A number of service operations are grouped in plans called Service plans I, A, B or D. See the
table below. A message will appear on the controller display when reaching the interval,
indicating which Service plans are to be carried out. After servicing, the regulator is to be reset.
For detailed information, consult section Service menu.

Period Running Service Plan Operation

(note 1) hours (note
1)
Daily -- -- • Check readings on display.
• Check if condensate is discharged during operation.
• Drain condensate manually (when applicable).
• On compressors with integrated dryer: check the dew
point.

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Period Running Service Plan Operation

(note 1) hours (note
1)
Every 3 500 -- • Check the pressure drop over the (optional) filters .
months • Inspect the air inlet filters: check for cleanness and
(note 2) damage. Replace a dirty or damaged filter with a new
one.
• Check the coolers. Clean by air jet if necessary.
Every 6 1000 -- • Operate the safety valve.
months • Clean the compressor.
• On compressors with integrated dryer:
• Brush or blow off the finned surface of the
condenser.
• Inspect and clean the electronic drain:
• Functioning of the drain can be checked by
pushing the TEST button of the drain.
• Cleaning of the drain filter can be done by
opening the manual drain valve during a few
seconds.
Yearly 2500 -- • Replace the air inlet filters.
• Test the safety valves.
• Have temperature protection and motor overload tested.
• Check tension and condition of the V-belts.
Every 2 5000 A • Replace V-belt(s).
years • Replace the check valves.
Every 2 5000 B 8 bar and 116 psi compressors:
years • Clean fan (ref 124 on Flow diagram), fan duct and
element cooling fins (see note 2). See section Cleaning
cooling fins.
• Have orbiting scroll bearing greased (see note 3).

Notes:
1. Maintenance must be done according the number of running hours or according the running
period, whichever comes first.
2. More frequently in a dusty environment.
3. Important note: Regreasing of the bearings of the compressor element must be done with
special grease, a special grease gun and according a specific procedure.
In high ambient conditions, the bearings must be greased more frequently: for every 5 °C (9
°F) increase above 30 °C (86 °F), the maintenance interval should be reduced with 30 %.
Contact your supplier for details.
Check more frequently if operating in a dusty atmosphere. Check for cleanness and
damage. Replace a dirty or damaged filter by a new one.
4. In extremely dry conditions (relative humidity below 15 %), the tip seals and dust seals need
to be replaced more frequently.

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6.2 Service kits

Service kits
For overhauling and for preventive maintenance, a wide range of service kits is available. Service
kits comprise all parts required for servicing the component and offer the benefits of genuine
parts while keeping the maintenance budget low.
Consult the Spare Parts List for part numbers.

6.3 Disposal of used material

Used filters or any other used material (e.g. desiccant, lubricants, cleaning rags, machine parts,
etc.) must be disposed of in an environmentally friendly and safe manner, and in line with the
local recommendations and environmental legislation.

Electronic components are subject to the EU Directive 2012/19/EC for Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE). As such, these parts must not be disposed of at a municipal
waste collection point. Refer to local regulations for directions on how to dispose of this product in
an environmental friendly manner.

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7 Adjustments and servicing procedures

7.1 Air filter

Procedure

5.5 kW compressor module

1. Stop the compressor, close the air outlet valve and switch off the voltage.
2. Remove the filter cover (1) and the filter element. Discard damaged or clogged elements.
Clean the cover.
3. Fit the new element and reinstall the filter cover.

7.2 Air cooler

Cleaning
Keep the cooler clean to maintain cooling efficiency. If necessary, remove any dirt with a fibre
brush. Never use a wire brush or metal objects.
Next, clean by air jet in reverse direction of normal flow.
If it is necessary to wash the cooler with a cleansing agent, consult Atlas Copco.

7.3 Drive motor

Instructions
The motor bearings are greased for life and do not require special attention.
Keep the motor free from dust for optimal cooling.

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7.4 Safety valve

5.5 kW compressor module

Operating
Operate the safety valve (5) by unscrewing the knurled cap one or two turns. Retighten the cap.

Testing
The valve can be tested on a separate compressed air line.
If the safety valve does not open at the specified pressure, it must be replaced.

No adjustments are allowed. Never run the compressor without safety valve.

7.5 Belt set exchange and tensioning

Important

The belts must be replaced as a set, even if only one of them seems worn.
Use Atlas Copco belts only. The number of the belt set is mentioned in the Parts list.

Procedure

1. Loosen motor hold-down bolts (3).

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2. Loosen the belt tension by screwing bolts (4) equally and take off the belts (1).
3. Install new belts.
4. Tension the belts by screwing bolts (4) equally.
The tension is correct if the deflection is between 5 mm and 7 mm when exerting a force of
25 N on the belt midway between the pulleys. Make sure that the pulleys remain aligned.
The maximum out-of-line is:
• Maximum parallel out-of-line: 0.5 mm
• Maximum angular out-of-line: 0.5 degrees
5. Tighten bolts (3).
6. Check the belt tension after the first 500 running hours.

7.6 Cleaning the compressor element

• Compressor element cooling channels can be hot when the compressor has just
been turned off.
• Do not clean the cooling channels with organic solvent since this will damage the
surface treatment.

The purpose of cleaning the cooling channels of a scroll element is to prevent the cooling
channels to silt up and as such reduce the cooling efficiency. A reduced cooling efficiency can
lead towards a premature compressor element failure.
Procedure:
1. Stop the compressor and switch off the power.
2. Close the air outlet valve and depressurise the compressor.
3. Remove the fan duct:
• Unscrew the 3 bolts (1).
• Remove clip (2) (if applicable).

• Remove fan duct (3).

4. Clean cooling channels:
• Remove dust from the cooling channels (1) by means of air jet (see next figure).
• Clean the fan duct (2).

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5. Reassemble the fan duct:

• Put the fan duct in place.
• Fit the 3 bolts and the clip.
The unit is now again ready for use.

7.7 Dryer maintenance

(only applicable to compressors with refrigerant dryer)

Safety precautions
The dryer circuit contains refrigerant. When handling refrigerant, all applicable Safety
precautions during maintenance or repair must be observed. Specifically be aware of
following points:
• Contact of liquid refrigerant with the skin can cause freezing. Wear special gloves. If
contacted with the skin, the skin should be rinsed with water. On no account may clothing be
removed.
• Fluid refrigerant can also cause freezing of the eyes. Wear safety glasses.
• Avoid inhalation of refrigerant vapors. Check that the working area is adequately ventilated.
Be aware that internal components of the dryer such as the pipes can reach a temperature of up
to 110˚C (230˚F). Therefore, wait until the dryer has cooled down before removing the side
panels.
Before starting any maintenance or repair work, switch off the voltage and close the air outlet
valve.
Local legislation may stipulate that:
• Work on the refrigerant circuit of the cooling dryer or on any equipment which influences its
function must be undertaken by an authorized control body.
• The installation should be checked once a year by an authorized control body.

General
The following remarks should be kept in mind:
• Keep the dryer clean.
• Brush or blow off the finned surface of condenser regularly.
• Inspect and clean the electronic condensate drain regularly.

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a. Functioning of the drain can be checked by pushing the TEST button of the drain,
consult section Air dryer.
b. Cleaning of the drain filter can be done by opening the manual drain valve during a few
seconds.

Device settings
The regulating and safety devices are factory adjusted to obtain optimum performance of the
dryer. Do not alter the setting of any of the devices.

Connecting pressure measuring devices in the refrigerant circuit can change the amount
of refrigerant in the system. This results in a less optimal working of the dryer.

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8 Problem solving
Before carrying out any maintenance or repair, perform following steps:
• Stop the compressor and switch off the voltage.
• Open and lock the isolating switch to prevent an accidental start.
• Isolate the compressor by closing the outlet valve.
• Depressurize the system by opening the drain valve(s).

Compressor

Condition Fault Remedy

The compressor does Pressure too high. Compressor will start again when the
not start. pressure drops to the starting pressure.
Loose connection. Check all electrical connections.
Safety valve blows. Pressure too high Check settings and correct.
Safety valve opens too soon. Replace valve.
Compressor capacity Air consumption exceeds capacity of Check equipment connected.
or pressure below compressor.
normal. Choked air inlet filter. Remove and check filter. Replace if
necessary.
Safety valve leaking. Replace valve.
Compressor element out of order. Consult your supplier.
Compressor module Insufficient compressor cooling. Improve ventilation of compressor room.
overheating or Clean compressor element fins and fan,
compressor shutdown see Cleaning the compressor element.
on high air Cooling fan out of order. Check and correct.
temperature.
Condensate trap Automatic drain out of order Have the drain checked. Replace as
continuously necessary
discharging air an
water

Refrigerant dryer
For compressors with a built-in refrigerant dryer also:

Condition Fault Remedy

Dew point too high Air inlet temperature too high Check and correct; see section
Reference conditions and limitations
Fuses blown Check fuses and remedy the cause.
Shortage of refrigerant Have circuit repaired or recharged.
Refrigerant compressor does not run See below
Evaporator pressure is too high See below
Condenser pressure is too high See below

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Condition Fault Remedy

Condenser pressure Fan control switch out of order Have switch replaced
too high or too low Condenser fan motor out of order Have fan motor inspected
Ambient temperature too high Improve ventilation of compressor room,
see section Installation proposal
Condenser externally clogged Clean condenser
Motor of refrigerant The internal thermal protection of the Compressor will restart when the motor
compressor stops or motor has tripped windings have cooled down.
does not start Electric power supply to refrigerant Check and correct as necessary
compressor interrupted
Evaporator pressure is Condenser pressure too high or too low See above
too high or too low Shortage of refrigerant Have circuit repaired or recharged
Hot gas bypass valve incorrectly set or Have the valve adjusted or replaced
out of order
Condensate trap Automatic drain out of order Have the drain checked. Replace as
continuously necessary
discharging air an
water
Electronic condensate Drain system clogged Clean the filter of the automatic drain by
drain inoperative opening the manual drain valve. Check
functioning of the drain by pushing the
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9 Technical data

9.1 Electric cable size and fuses

• The voltage on the compressor terminals must not deviate more than 10% of the
nominal voltage.
It is however highly recommended to keep the voltage drop over the supply cables
at nominal current below 5% of the nominal voltage (IEC 60204-1).
• If cables are grouped together with other power cables, it may be necessary to use
cables of a larger size than those calculated for the standard operating conditions.
• Use the original cable entry, indicated on the dimension drawings.
To preserve the IP protection degree of the electric cubicle and to protect its
components from dust from the environment, it is mandatory to use a proper
cable gland when connecting the supply cable to the compressor.
• Local regulations remain applicable if they are stricter than the values proposed
below.
• Caution:
• Always double-check the fuse size versus the calculated cable size. If
required, reduce fuse size or enlarge cable size.
• Cable length should not exceed the maximum length according to IEC 60204
table 10.

Currents and fuses

Compressor type Itot (2) Max Q21/Q2

fuse (2) 2
SF 11+ UL/cUL 60 Hz 200 V 64 A 70 A 21.9 A

Itot (1): maximum current in the supply lines at maximum load and nominal voltage for
compressors without integrated dryer.
Max fuse (1): maximum fuse size in case of compressors without integrated dryer.
Itot (2): maximum current in the supply lines at maximum load and nominal voltage for
compressors with integrated dryer.
Max fuse (2): maximum fuse size in case of compressors with integrated dryer.
UL fuses:class K5; CSA: HRC form II

Possible configurations
There are 3 possible cabling layouts:

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• (1): Single supply cables (for DOL variants, only K21 is used)
• (2): Parallel supply cables (for DOL variants, only K21 is used)
• (3) is only valid for Y-D versions

Cable sizing according UL/cUL

Calculation method according UL 508A, table 28.1 column 5: allowable ampacities of insulated
copper conductors (75 °C (167 °F)).
Maximum allowed current in function of the wire size (NFPA70 table 310.16)

AWG or kcmil Maximum current

14 20 A
12 25 A
10 35A
8 50 A
6 65 A
4 85 A
3 100 A
2 115 A
1 130 A

Correction factors

Ambient temperature Correction factor

21-25 °C (70-77 °F) 1.05
26-30 °C (78-86 °F) 1.00
31-35 °C (87-95 °F) 0.94
36-40 °C (96-104 °F) 0.88

Calculation method for UL:

• Single supply cables (3 phases + 1 PE - configuration (1)):
• Add 25 % to the total current (Itot from the tables) (see UL 508A 28.3.2: "Ampacity shall
have 125 % of the full load current").
• Install the prescribed maximum fuse on each cable
• Parallel supply cable (2 x 3 phases + 2 PE - configuration (2)):
• Add 25 % to the total current (Itot from the tables) and divide by 2

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• Multiply the ampacity of the cables with 0.8 (see UL 508A table 28.1 continued)
• Install fuses of half the size of the recommended maximum fuse size on each cable.
• When using 2 x 3 phase + 2 PE as in (3):
• Add 25 % to the total current (Itot from the tables) and divide by √3
• Multiply the ampacity of the cables with 0.8 (see UL 508A table 28.1 continued)
• Fuse size: the recommended maximum fuse size divided by √3 on each cable.
• Size PE cable:
• For supply cables up to AWG8: same size as the supply cables
• For supply cables larger than AWG8: use maximum allowed ampacity of the selected
supply cables and compare with value in table below (see CEC Part 1 table 17)

< 100 A: use AWG8

< 200 A: use AWG6
< 300 A: use AWG4

Always check the voltage drop over the cable (less than 5 % of the nominal voltage is
recommended).
Example of supply cable calculation: Itot = 28 A, maximum ambient temperature is 40°C,
recommended fuse = 40 A
• Single supply cables (3 phases + 1 PE - configuration (1)):
• I = 28 A + 25 % = 28 x 1.25 = 35 A
• For AWG8, the maximum current at 40 °C is 50 A x 0.88 = 44 A, which is sufficient =>
use AWG8.
• Install the prescribed maximum fuse (40 A) on each cable
• Parallel supply cable (2 x 3 phases + 2 PE - configuration (2)):
• I = (28 A + 25%)/2 = (28 x 1.25)/2 = 17.5 A
• For a AWG14, the maximum current at 40 °C is 20 A x 0.88 x 0.8 = 14.1 A, which is
insufficient. For an AWG14, the maximum current is 25 x 0.88 x 0.8 = 17.6 A. So 2
parallel cables of 3 x AWG12 + 2 x AWG12 are sufficient.
• Install 20 A fuses on each cable.

9.2 Reference conditions and limitations

Reference conditions

Air inlet pressure (absolute) bar 1

Air inlet temperature ºC 20
Relative humidity % 0
Working pressure See section Compressor data

Limits

Maximum working pressure See section Compressor data

Maximum inlet temperature ºC 40
Minimum ambient temperature ºC 0

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9.3 Compressor data

All data specified below apply under reference conditions, see section Reference
conditions and limitations.

116 psi compressors, 60 Hz

Compressor type SF 11+

Maximum working pressure (compressors with integrated dryer) bar(e) 7.75
Reference working pressure (compressors with integrated dryer) bar(e) 6.75
Air temperature at outlet valve (compressors with integrated dryer) °C 25
Motor shaft speed rpm 3505
Nominal motor power kW 2 x 5.5
Sound pressure level (compressors without integrated dryer) dB(A) 63
Refrigerant type (compressors with integrated dryer) R134a
Dew point (compressors with integrated dryer) °C 3

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10 Guidelines for inspection

Guidelines
On the Declaration of Conformity / Declaration by the Manufacturer, the harmonised and/or other
standards that have been used for the design are shown and/or referred to.
The Declaration of Conformity / Declaration by the Manufacturer is part of the documentation that
is supplied with this compressor.
Local legal requirements and/or use outside the limits and/or conditions as specified by the
manufacturer may require other inspection periods as mentioned below.

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11 PED (Pressure Equipment Directive)

Components subject to Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC (until 20/07/2016) or 2014/68/EU

(from 20/07/2016 onwards)
Components subject to 97/23/EC / 2014/68/EU Pressure Equipment Directive greater than or
equal to category II:

Part number Description Medium Pressure

0830 1009 17 Safety valve Air 9.3 bar
0830 1008 49 Safety valve Air 9.3 bar
0830 1009 18 Safety valve Air 11.5 bar
0830 1008 35 Safety valve Air 11 bar

Volume P x V or P Life cycle PED class

NA NA 2x 106 IV
NA NA 2 x 106 IV
NA NA 2 x 106 IV
NA NA 2 x 106 IV

Overall rating
The compressors conform to PED category I or smaller.

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12 Declaration of conformity

Typical example of a Declaration of Conformity document

(1): Contact address:

Atlas Copco Airpower n.v.
P.O. Box 100
B-2610 Wilrijk (Antwerp)
Belgium
(2): Applicable directives
(3): Standards used
On the Declaration of Conformity / Declaration by the Manufacturer, the harmonized and/or other
standards that have been used for the design are shown and/or referred to.
The Declaration of Conformity / Declaration by the Manufacturer is part of the documentation that
is supplied with this device.

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COMMITED TO SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTIVITY
We stand by our responsibilities towards our customers, towards the
environment and the people around us. We make performance stand
the test of time. This is what we call — Sustainable Productivity.

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