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1.0 INTRODUCTION

P5A 240/24V Electric-Driven Blown Fibre Compressor The P5A Blown Fibre Compressor is designed to deliver clean, dry air for the installation of optical fibres using the blown fibre technique. The unit is a quiet running, 240V electrically-driven rotary vane compressor equipped with two wheels and handles which makes it an ideal source of portable air for internal building optical fibre installations. The unit incorporates an air-cooled aftercooler reducing the compressed air temperature to within 5°C of ambient. A 3-stage filtration system, complete with a pressure-maintaining valve, provides technically oil-free air, which reduces the moisture levels to prevent problems in the blowing operation. The unit is supplied with a 3-way control valve with purge position, 10m of 3/8” air hose with safety-type Instantair coupling and is complete with a 24V DC outlet socket for powering the blowing head. The P5A compressor is fitted with a temperature mixing valve system to allow the temperature of the air entering the filters to be manually raised to increase the pressure dewpoint of the compressed air to prevent over drying in cold conditions.

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2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1 P5A On Site

Compressor/Motor Assembly

Dual Filter

Prefilter

ON/OFF 3-way Valve

Pressure Maintaining Valve

Condensate Bottle

Temperature Gauge

Temperature Mixing Valve

10m x 3/8” Air Hose

Starter Convertor 240/24VDC

Oil Cooler

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2.2 General Data

Electric Motor Type Single phase Model 501PU10-2415-300 Starter DOL Rated speed 1410 rpm Drive motor power 1.1 kW Power supply 240V 1ph 50 Hz Noise level 62 dB(A) Compressor The compressor is an oil-flooded, rotary vane unit driven through a two-piece coupling by an electric motor. Air enters the compressor via an air filter located at the end of the compressor unit and is cooled by a fan which draws air over the cooler. The compressor is automatically controlled.

Type Hydrovane VO1 Operating speed 1440 rpm Oil capacity 1 litre (1.76 pints) Oil grades 0°C - 40°C Hydrovane Fluid Force 2000) see -15°C - +45°C Hydrovane Fluid Force HPO) page 9 Free air delivered 4.0 cfm (1.88 litres/sec) Maximum operating pressure 150 psi (10 bar)

Dimensions

Length 900 mm Width 450 mm Height 700 mm Weight 60 kg

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3.0 OWNERSHIP RECORDS

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3.0 continued

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4.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 SITING

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4.2 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Compressor – VO1 Check the oil level weekly when the compressor is cold, stopped

and depressurised, ie gauge reads zero. For oil grades see General Data – page 3.

Top up by slowly unscrewing the filler plug (A). If there is any

escape of oil or air, DO NOT CONTINUE REMOVING THE PLUG UNTIL ALL PRESSURE IS RELEASED.

Remove filler plug (A) and bonded seal (B). Top up with approved oil to the top of the plug hole. Replace seal to filler plug, then refit and tighten plug. Machine and its associated equipment Check for obvious damage to machine frame, carrying handles,

hoses, isolating cocks and associated equipment to be used with the machine.

THE MACHINE AND ITS ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT MUST NOT

BE USED IF DAMAGE MAKES THEM UNSAFE.

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Electrical cable - Visually inspect cable and plug for damage. Statutory insulation inspections may be required – see local rules.

Aftercooler - Visually inspect for damage/leaks.

Running up checks - Start compressor and check for leaks. Compressor pressure should be 10 bar.

4.3 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

Plug into a 240 volt 13 amp power supply. Turn 3-way valve to VENT/START position. Press green START button. Turn 3-way valve to ON position.

4.4 STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS Turn 3-way valve to the OFF/STOP position. Depress red STOP

button.

VENT/START

OFF/STOP

ON

Handle ON/OFF 3-way valve VALO-181

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4.5 TEMPERATURE MIXING VALVE ADJUSTMENT

The P5A compressor is fitted with a temperature mixing valve system to allow the temperature of the air entering the filters to be manually raised to increase the pressure dewpoint of the compressed air to prevent over drying in cold conditions.

To adjust, start the compressor and turn the 3-way outlet valve to the venting position. Progressively open the temperature mixing valve and monitor the compressed air temperature on the temperature gauge. (Note: when the compressor is started from cold the temperature will take approximately 15 minutes to stabilise.) When the desired temperature (dewpoint) is reached, turn the 3-way outlet valve to the ON position and use the compressor as normal.

Temperature gauge IND066

Temperature mixing valve VAL0152

Oil cooler COO0003

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5.0 MAINTENANCE 5.1 SERVICE SCHEDULE – COMPRESSOR VO1

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5.2 P5A HIGH EFFICIENCY FILTRATION The prefilter element which removes particulate, can be partially

cleaned by washing in warm soapy water; it should be replaced annually, sooner if heavily contaminated. The dual function filter body incorporates an oil removal element (bottom) and an oil vapour activated carbon upper element. These elements are not washable and should be replaced if the unit is unable to produce 10 bar. If the top element becomes saturated with oil within a short period, the main element and/or ‘O’ ring may be faulty and should be replaced. Both the activated carbon and coalescing elements should be replaced every 6 months. The quality of air and condition of the elements may indicate an adjustment of maintenance interval, at which time the inside of the filter bowls should be washed in warm soapy water and cleaned. Before undertaking any servicing of the filter system, stop the compressor and wait until the compressor-mounted pressure gauge reads zero.

Dual Filter FIL0081

Prefilter FIL0086

Pressure Maintaining Valve VAL0131

ON/OFF 3-way Valve VAL0181

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6.0 SPARES 6.1 STANDARD COMPONENTS

Description Part Nos Plastic bottle 0.5L BOT0001 Compressor/Motor Assembly COM0045 Oil Cooler 115mm COO0003 3-Core Cable 7m ELE0255 Thermistor ELE0639 Power Supply 240/24V 2.5A Convertor ELE0734 P5A Main Frame FAB0356 Filter FIL0081 Rubber Hose 3/8” 7m HOS0018 Temperature Gauge IND0066 Silencer SIL0019 Starter STA0003 Pressure Maintaining Valve VAL0131 Temperature Mixing Valve VAL0152 3-way Valve ¼” VAL0181 Wheel Red Plain Bore WHE0012

6.2 SERVICE SPARES

High efficiency filtration

Description Part No Element/Service Kit Prefilter assembly FIL0086 Particulate removal – FIL0185

element 40 µm Change annually (washable)

Autodrain Service kit – DRA0006 Dual function filter assembly FIL0081 Top element - oil vapour

removal – FIL0019 (activated carbon). Change every 6 months or sooner.

Dual function filter assembly FIL0081 Bottom element – oil removal – FIL0184 (coalescing). Change every 6 months or sooner.

Dual function filter assembly FIL0081 Service kit – KIT0026 Gaskets only

Autodrain Service kit – DRA0006 Compressor KM51 Maintenance kit.

Every 2000 hours.

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