Guidelines – BE Pressure supply 80 Gallon Enclosed Rotary Screw Compressor AC1080SQ User Manual

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CAUTION

Electric power always exists inside the pressure switch when there is electric

power at the compressor package. Either a qualified electrician should make the

pressure adjustments or the electric power supply should be disconnected and

locked out before making any adjustment.

NEVER exceed the designed pressure for the system or overload the motor

beyond its service factor.

FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY

OR DEATH, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR MECHANICAL FAILURE

CAUTION

Relieve compressor and system air pressure by opening the appropriate manual

relief valve prior to servicing. Failure to relieve all system pressure may result in

severe personal injury, death and property damage.

Electrical

Before installation, the electrical supply should be checked for adequate

wire size and transformer capacity. During installation a suitable fused or

circuit breaker disconnect switch should be provided. Where a 3 phase

motor is used to drive a compressor, any unreasonable voltage unbalance

between the legs must be eliminated and any low voltage corrected to

prevent excessive current draw. Compressors must be equipped with a

properly wired magnetic motor starter or a pressure switch rated to carry

the full motor current load. The coil which engages and disengages the

contact points in the motor starter is controlled by the pressure switch.

Never attempt to bypass the pressure switch or adjust it past the factory

set pressure range. Improper installation of the electrical system can

cause the motor to overheat or a short circuit to occur.

Pressure switch

The pressure switch is automatic in operation and is adjusted to start and

stop the unit at the minimum and maximum desired air receiver pressure

by cutting in and out the power to the electric motor. On some models,

the pressure switch incorporates a release valve, which releases air

between the check valve located in the receiver and discharge valve in

the head of the compressor.

DANGER

The installation, wiring, and all electrical controls must be in accordance

with ANSI C1 National Electric Code, ANSE C2 National Electric Safety Code,

state and local codes. All electrical work should be performed by a qualified

electrician. Failure to abide by the national, state and local codes may result in

physical and/or property damage.

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