Instruction Manual
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This manual contains operating instructions and maintenance schedules for the high pressure breathing air compressors. Operators
must read and understand all information inside the manual.
ATTENTION. This machine can be used only after a careful reading of this instruction manual. The machine may only
used to produce compressed air. Other use is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer and the supplier void all responsibility
for damage or injury resulting from failure to follow these instructions.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION:
Before using the machine please put your attention to this
general information:
1. Personnel engaged to operate the machine must have read the
instruction manual before beginning work, especially the safety
notices chapter.
2. Personnel may not wear long hair loose, loose clothing or
jewellery, including rings.
3. Keep all safety and danger notices on the unit complete and in
readable condition.
4. No modifications may be made to the unit which could impair
safety without first obtaining permission from the suppliers.
5. Piping must be thoroughly checked (pressure and visual inspection)
by the operator at appropriate time intervals, even if no safety related
faults have been noticed..
6. Intervals stipulated or given in the instruction manual for recurring
checks/inspections must be adhered to.
7. It is absolutely essential that the workplace is appropriately
equipped for maintenance measures.
8. Work on/with the unit may only be carried out by reliable personnel.
Observe the legal minimum age permissible.
2. GENERAL INTRODUCTION:
The ATLANTIC 100 high pressure compressors are designed to
compress air for breathing as required in diving and fire fighting
applications. The max pressure is 225 bar or 330 bar depending
on unit.
The compressor unit comprises the following major assemblies:
Il compressore è composto da:
. Compressor block
. Electric or petrol/diesel engine
. Filters
. Filling assembly
. Protection and anti-vibration frame
. Automatic condensate drain*
. Electric control system**
. Automatic switch on/off*
. ALLUMINUM frame
(*) Optional extra according to order
3. COMPRESSOR PUMP UNIT
The compressor block ATLANTIC 100 is used to compress air in the high pressure range up to 330 bar (4500 psi). The compressor
block is of a four stage, four cylinders design. The cylinders are arranged in the 1st stage on the left, 2nd stage on the right, 3rd and
4th stage on the centre side looking from the filter side. The compressor blocks are particularly suitable for continuous operation
because of their rugged design and the corrosion resistant intermediate filter and cooler assemblies. Smooth running is a particular
feature of this Nardi design. The moving parts of the driving gear are all equally balanced. This results in a vibration-free running. The
driving gear is fitted with energy saving cylinder roller bearings. The upper and lower connecting rod bearings are also roller bearings.
Crankcase, cylinders and heads are obtained from the gravity dies. Connecting rod are extracted from casting dies. Cylinder are in cast
iron inside an aluminium pipe.
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Description
1. Intake Filter
2. 1st stage
3. Inter-cooler 1st stage
4. 2nd stage
5. Inter-cooler 2nd stage
6. 3rd stage
7. Inter-cooler 3rd stage
8. 4th stage
9. Inter-cooler 4th stage
10. Oil indicator
4. TECHNICAL DATA
Operating pressure PN 200 PN300
Delivery * 100 L/min. 100 L/min.
Final pressure safety valve 225 Bar 330 Bar
Number of stages 4
Number of piston 4
Cylinder bore stage 1 60 mm
Cylinder bore stage 2 38 mm
Cylinder bore stage 3 19 mm
Cylinder bore stage 4 9,5 mm
Piston stroke 23 mm
Intermediate pressure stage 1 2,5 Bar
Intermediate pressure stage 2 15 Bar
Intermediate pressure stage 3 55 - 65 Bar
Intermediate pressure stage 4 225 - 330 Bar
Oil capacity 0,350 L.
Oil Type SHELL CORENA P150
Max permissible ambient temp. -5°C Min. +45°C Max. (+25°F Min. +113°F Max.)
Max permissible inclination of compressor 20°
Max dampness 80%
Max sea level 2000 m sea level
Weight 25 Kg.
Drive engine Mono phase Three phase
Type engine 110–240 Volt / 50–60 Hz 230-400 Volt / 50-60 Hz
Power 3,0 Hp 2poli
Speed 2850 r.p.m.
Type of enclosure IP 55
Current rating 16,5 A (240 Volt) – __,_ A (110 Volt)
Petrol engine ROBIN EX17 6,0 Hp 4 Stroke
Switch on/off MANUAL
Cubic capacity 169 ml.
Power 2,9 Kw-4,00 HP / 3600 r.p.m.
Compressor unit ATLANTIC 100
Compressor block ATLANTIC 100
5. SAFETY MEASURES
5.1. Fundamental safety notices:
Important instructions concerning the endangerment of personnel, technical safety and operating safety will be specially emphasized by
special marks placing on the machine.
For safety reasons you can find some components mounted on the compressors in order to prevent damages. These parts must not be
changed or removed in any case. Before please consult our technician.
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5.2. Authorized use :
The unit is built according to state of the art technology and established safety technical regulations. Nevertheless, its use can cause
danger to life and limb of the operator or third parties or damage to the machine and other equipment. Operate the unit only in
technically perfect condition in accordance with regulations and safety danger notices detailed in the instruction manual. The
manufacturer/supplier is not responsible for damage resulting from a wrong utilisation of the machine. The user alone is responsible for
this risk. The compressor is built to produce top quality breathing air according to DIN EN 12021 rules.
5.3. Safety notices for operation
- Ensure that only trained personnel work with the machine.
- Filling hoses must be in satisfactory condition and threads undamaged.
- Ensure intake air is free from noxious gas, exhaust fumes and solvent vapour.
- The use of petrol and diesel compressors is forbidden in indoor place.
- Check the unit externally for damage and faults periodically. Inform the department/person responsible immediately if anything is not
as is should be (including operation). If necessary, shut the machine down immediately and make it safe.
Observe switching on and off processes and monitoring indications according to the instructions manual.
- Use only Nardi original parts and equipments.
- Drain the valve regularly if manual drain valve. Check every ten minutes the valve if automatic drain valve.
- Switch off the machine when do not use it.
- Clean oil, fuel or care products from, the machine, in particular the connections and screw joints, before carrying out
maintenance/repair work. Do not use aggressive cleaning fluid. Use a fibre-free cleaning cloth.
- Completely remove all covers/seals after cleaning.
- Use only original fuses with specified current rating. If there is a failure in the electric energy supply, shut the machine/unit down
immediately.
- Work on electric units or operating equipment may only carried out by a qualified electrician or by a person under the instruction and
supervision of qualified electrician according to electric technical regulations.
- The electrical equipment of a unit must be regularly checked.
- When working in small rooms, observe any national regulations.
- Depressurize system and pressure lines before commencing repair work.
- With regard to oil, grease and other chemical substances, observe the relevant safety rules for the product.
- When switching on the machine, check the arrow to ensure correct direction of rotation of the drive motor.
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5.4. Electrical installation:
For installation of electrical equipment observe the following:
In the annex of this instruction manual you will find the standard schematic diagrams valid for the respective compressor unit.
Observe regulations of local electricity supply company.
Connection must be carried out by an expert only.
Ensure correct installation of protective conductor.
Check conformity of motor and control device tension and frequency with those of electric network.
ATTENTION: check the correct direction of the fan.
6. OPERAZIONI PER L’AVVIAMENTO:
6.1 Preparation for operation.
WARNING: this machine is built to produce breathing air. It is not suitable for compression of oxygen. Explosion occurs if an oil
lubricated compressor is operated with pure oxygen or gases with oxygen content of more than 21%!
All compressor units are tested prior to delivery to the customer, so after correct installation of the unit there should be no problem
putting it into operation, observing the following points:
Prior to first operation read Instruction Manual carefully. Make sure that all persons handling the compressor and the filling station are
familiar with the function of all controls and monitors.
Immediately after switching on the system for the first time check the direction of rotation of the motor for compliance with the arrow
on the unit. If motor turns in the wrong direction, the phases are not connected properly. Shut down unit immediately and interchange
two of the three phase leads in the switch box. Never change leads at the motor terminal board.
Prior to each operation check the oil level. Only for petrol unit: - check engine oil level according to manufacturer’s instruction manual check fuel tank. Top up if necessary - open fuel shut-off valve.
Every time the unit is started up check all systems for proper operation. If any malfunction is observed stop unit immediately and find
the cause of the fault or call the service department.
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6.2. Starting the unit:
Unit with electric engine without compressor control system:
The motor is switched on manually by pressing the start button. Machine does not be left alone during working. Check continuosly the
right function.
On units without automatic condensate drain, the manual condensate drain valves have to be opened before starting the unit, as soon
as the unit is running the valves can be closed again. Every 8/10 min drain the valves.
Units with electric engine with automatic control system:
This model is delivered with an automatic control system.
Before starting check point 6.1 and then press ON button. Switch off the machine pressing STOP button.
Units with petrol engine:
Open condensate drain valves on the filters to release pressure, so that motor start without load. Set choke to position START. Start
engine with recoil starter or crank handle. As soon as motor runs smoothly return choke to normal operating position.
For all units:
Close condensate drain valves tightly and run unit to final pressure. Check final pressure safety valve and pressure gauge. As soon as
final pressure is reached and final pressure safety valve blows off, open condensate drain valves and drain condensate - unit is ready for
filling operation.
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7. FILLING PROCEDURE:
7.1. Connecting the bottles:
WARNING: Filling hoses must be in satisfactory condition and threads undamaged. Pay particular attention to damage on the interface
from hose fitting to hose. If the rubber is scored, hose must be discarded otherwise water can enter and attack wire gauze causing it to
rust.
Normally connectors are allowed for pressures up to 200bar (2.850psi).
Please follow the process below:
- Connect air bottle to filling valve.
- Open filling valve.
- Open bottle valve-bottle will be filled. .
- Switch on the compressor.
- Upon reaching final bottle pressure close bottle valve first, then filling valve by returning handle to closed position.
- Remove compressed air bottle.
- Depressurize unit before opening valve-A to avoid damage to the change - over device.
If it is necessary more pressure of 220bar please ask for the suitable material: safety valves and connectors are
different.
8. MAINTENANCE :
8.1. Maintenance record:
We recommend that all maintenance work is recorded in a service book, showing the date and details of the work carried out. This will
help to avoid expensive repairwork caused by missed maintenance work.
Please fill in the appropriate lines to show what maintenance work has been carried out, and sign and date.
Remember:
1– always shut down and decompress the complete system prior to carrying out any work on the compressor;
2– never repair pressure lines by soldering or welding;
3– only use original spares for maintenance or repair work.
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