The Turbo Air® 3000 Centrifugal Compressor Compressor Handbook

Routine Startup—Local Control
Use this procedure to start the compressor locally from the User Interface Module (UIM).
Routine Operation
WARNING
Only fully trained personnel should be allowed to start and operate this compressor.
Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death.
1. Close the condensate drain bypass valves.
2. Turn on the cooling water supply. (May occur automatically as part of start sequence.)
3. Check the oil level in the oil reservoir.
4. Activate the oil reservoir vent system (air-powered ejector, or electric-powered vacuum pump),
and adjust appropriately.
5. Rack in the main drive motor starter disconnect.
6. Inspect the compressor for any water or oil leaks.
7. Open the discharge air system block valve. (May occur automatically as part of start sequence.)
CAUTION:
Do not open the air system block valve when the oil pump is not operating. Operation
under such conditions may cause compressor damage.
8. Press the START key on the Vantage Control Panel and observe the compressor start sequence.
A screen appears similar to the screen shown below.
Starting
Description Status
1. Oil Pressure > 100.0 PSI Complete
2. Oil Temperature > 70 Waiting 2
3. Discharge Pressure < 5 PSI
4. Checking Water Flow = ON
5. Motor Enable = ON
6. Start Signal = 8.00
(This is sample screen that may contain extra messages.)
9. After startup, control defaults to the Auto mode. Press Home to observe selected processes
and verify stability. To stop the Auto mode, press Unload.
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