Atlas Copco Stationary Air Compressors

GA5 - GA7 - GA11C

Instruction Book
OWNERSHIP DATA
Compressor type: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Unit serial No" compressor: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Air dryer type: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Unit serial No" dryer: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Motor type: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Motor serial No": " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Delivery date: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " First start-up date: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Service Plan: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Owner's machine No": " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Selected lubricants
Compressor: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Capacity: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Bearing grease type, electric motor: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Dryer gearbox " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Capacity " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Printed Matter Nos"
Atlas Copco compressor instruction book: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Atlas Copco air dryer instruction book: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Atlas Copco compressor parts list: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Atlas Copco air dryer parts list: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Atlas Copco logbook: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Local Atlas Copco Representative
Name: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Address: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Telephone: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Contact persons: Service: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
Telex: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " Parts: " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " "
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To be read attentively and acted accordingly before installing, operating or repairing the unit"
These recommendations 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"

In addition to normal safety rules which should be observed with stationary If necessary, install a suction duct" Never obstruct the air inlet" Care
air compressors and equipment, the following safety directions and shall be taken to minimize the entry of moisture with the inlet air"
precautions are of special importance"
4" The aspirated air shall be free from flammable fumes or vapours,
When operating this unit, the operator must employ safe working practices e"g" paint solvents, that can lead to internal fire or explosion"
and observe all related local work safety requirements and ordinances"
5" Air-cooled units shall be installed in such a way that an adequate
The owner is responsible for maintaining the unit in a safe operating flow of cooling air is available and that the exhausted air does not
condition" Parts and accessories shall be replaced if unsuitable for safe recirculate to the inlet"
operation"
6" Arrange the air intake so that loose clothing of people cannot be
Installation, operation, maintenance and repair shall only be performed sucked in"
by authorized, trained, competent personnel"
7" Ensure that the discharge pipe from the compressor to the aftercooler,
Normal ratings (pressures, temperatures, time settings, etc") shall be air dryer or air net is free to expand under heat and that it is not in
durably marked" contact with or close to flammable material"
Any modification on the compressor or air dryer shall only be performed
8" No external force may be exerted on the air outlet valve; the connected
in agreement with Atlas Copco and under supervision of authorized,
pipe must be free of strain"
competent personnel"
If any statement in this book, especially with regard to safety, does not 9" If remote control is installed, the unit shall bear an obvious sign
comply with local legislation, the stricter of the two shall apply" reading:

These precautions are general and cover several machine types and DANGER: This machine is remotely controlled and may start
equipment; hence some statements may not apply to the unit(s) described without warning"
in this book"
As a further safeguard, persons switching on remotely controlled
units shall take adequate precautions to ensure that there is no one
Installation checking or working on the machine" To this end, a suitable notice
shall be affixed to the start equipment"
Apart from general engineering practice in conformity with the local
safety regulations, the following directives are specially stressed: 10" On units with automatic start-stop system, a sign stating #This
machine may start without warning# shall be attached near the
1" A compressor or air dryer shall be lifted only with adequate equipment instrument panel"
in conformity with local safety rules"
11" In multiple compressor systems manual valves shall be installed to
Loose or pivoting parts shall be securely fastened before lifting" It is isolate each compressor" Non-return valves (check valves) shall not
strictly forbidden to dwell or stay in the risk zone under a lifted load" be relied upon for isolating pressure systems"
Lifting acceleration and retardation shall be kept within safe limits"
12" Never remove or tamper with the safety devices, guards or insulations
Wear a safety helmet when working in the area of overhead or lifting
fitted on the unit" Every pressure vessel or auxiliary installed outside
equipment"
the unit to contain air above atmospheric pressure shall be protected
2" Any blanking flanges, plugs, caps and desiccant bags shall be by a pressure-relieving device or devices as required"
removed before connecting up the pipes" Distribution pipes and
connections shall be of correct size and suitable for the working 13" Pipework or other parts with a temperature in excess of 80 degrees
pressure" celsius and which may be accidentally touched by personnel in nor-
mal operation shall be guarded or insulated" Other high-temperature
3" Place the unit where the ambient air is as cool and clean as possible" pipework shall be clearly marked"

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 Atlas Copco Stationary Air Compressors
GA5 - GA7 - GA11C

Instruction book

Important
1! This book applies exclusively to GA5 - GA7 – GA11C from following serial number onwards:
AII-145 000

2! This book must be used together with the User manual for Elektronikon I and II regulators, Printed
Matter No! 2920 1461 0x!

· Copyright 2004, Atlas Copco Airpower n!v!, Antwerp, Belgium!

Any unauthorized use or copying of the contents or any part thereof is prohibited! This applies in
particular to trademarks, model denominations, part numbers and drawings!

· This instruction book meets the requirements for instructions specified by the machinery directive
98/37/EC and is valid for CE as well as non-CE labelled machines!

No "2920"1471"01 www!atlascopco!com

Registration"code:"APC G5-11C / 38 / 983

Replaces 2920 1471 00

2004-04
 Instruction book

This instruction book describes how to handle the machines to ensure safe operation, optimum efficiency and long service life"

Read this book before putting the machine into operation to ensure correct handling, operation and proper maintenance from the beginning"
The maintenance schedule comprises measures for keeping the machine in good condition"

Keep the book available for the operator and make sure that the machine is operated and that maintenance is carried out according to the
instructions" Record all operating data, maintenance performed, etc" in an operator's logbook available from Atlas Copco" Follow all
relevant safety precautions, including those mentioned on the cover of this book"

Repairs must be carried out by trained personnel from Atlas Copco who can be contacted for any further information"

In all correspondence always mention the type and the serial number, shown on the data plate"

For all data not mentioned in the text, see sections #Preventive maintenance schedule# and #Principal data#"

The company reserves the right to make changes without prior notice"

Contents
Page Page
1 Leading particulars " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 3 3"5"1 Starting " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 24
1"1 General description " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 3 3"5"2 During operation " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 24
1"1"1 Compressor variants " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 4 3"5"3 Checking the display " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 24
1"1"2 Main options-special versions " " " " " " " " " " " " " 4 3"5"4 Stopping " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 24
1"1"3 Air flow " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 4 3"6 For compressors with Elektronikon II regulator " " " " 25
1"1"4 Oil system " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 4 3"6"1 Starting " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 25
1"1"5 Cooling and condensate drain systems " " " " " " 6 3"6"2 During operation " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 25
1"2 Unloading/loading system " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 6 3"6"3 Checking the display " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 25
1"2"1 Unloading " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 6 3"6"4 Stopping " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 25
1"2"2 Loading " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 6 3"7 Taking out of operation at end of compressor
1"3 Elektronikon I regulator " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 6 service life " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 26
1"3"1 Main functions " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 6
1"3"2 Control panel " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 7 4 Maintenance " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 26
1"3"3 Display " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 8 4"1 Drive motor " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 26
1"3"4 Scrolling through all screens " " " " " " " " " " " " " 10 4"2 Service actions for Elektronikon I compressors " " " " 26
1"3"5 Pictographs used on the screen " " " " " " " " " " " 10 4"3 Service plans for Elektronikon II compressors " " " " " 26
1"4 Elektronikon II regulator " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 10 4"4 Preventive maintenance schedule for the compressor 27
1"4"1 Main functions " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 10 4"5 Oil specification " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 28
1"4"2 Control panel " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 11 4"5"1 Atlas Copco Roto-injectfluid " " " " " " " " " " " " " 28
1"4"3 Display " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 12 4"5"2 Mineral oil " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 28
1"4"4 Calling up other menus " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 12 4"6 Oil, filter and separator change " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 28
1"5 Air dryer " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 14 4"7 Storage after installation " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 28
1"5"1 Compressed air circuit " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 14 4"8 Service kits " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 28
1"5"2 Refrigerant circuit " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 14
5 Adjustments and servicing procedures " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 29
2 Installation " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 15 5"1 Air filter " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 29
2"1 Dimension drawings " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 15 5"2 Coolers " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 29
2"2 Installation proposals " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 17 5"3 Safety valves " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 29
2"3 Electric cable size " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 20 5"4 Belt set exchange and tensioning " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 30
2"4 Electrical connections " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 21
2"5 Pictographs " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 21 6 Problem solving " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 30

7 Principal data " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 32
3 Operating instructions " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 22
7"1 Readings on display " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 32
3"1 Before initial start-up " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 22
7"2 Settings of overload relay and fuses " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 32
3"1"1 Safety " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 22
7"3 Compressor specifications " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 32
3"1"2 User manual " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 22
7"3"1 Reference conditions - Limitations " " " " " " " " 32
3"1"3 Outdoor/altitude operation " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 22
7"3"2 Specifications of GA 7"5 – 10 – 13 bar " " " " " 33
3"2 Remote starting/stopping (Elektronikon I) " " " " " " " " 22
7"3"3 Specifications of GA 100 – 125 psi " " " " " " " " 33
3"3 External compressor status indication/remote control
(Elektronikon II) " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 22 7"3"4 Specifications of GA 150 – 175 psi " " " " " " " " 34
3"3"1 External compressor status indication " " " " " " 22 7"4 Conversion list of SI units into US/British units " " " " 34
3"3"2 Remote control " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 22
8 Instructions for use of air receiver " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 35
3"4 Initial start-up " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 23
3"5 For compressors with Elektronikon I regulator " " " " " 24 9 PED Instructions " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " 35

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1 Leading particulars an Elektronikon II ® regulator)! The electronic control module

(E1) is fitted to the door of the front panel! The regulator
reduces the power consumption and it allows the operator to
easily program and monitor the compressor! The control panel
1 1 General"description includes the start, stop and emergency stop buttons! An electric
cabinet comprising the motor starter is located behind this
GA are stationary, single-stage, oil-injected screw compressors panel!
driven by an electric motor! The compressors are air-cooled!
The compressors may be provided with an air dryer integrated
The compressors are enclosed in a sound-insulated bodywork! in the bodywork! The dryer removes moisture from the
They are controlled by the Atlas Copco Elektronikon I ® compressed air by cooling the air to near freezing point and
regulator (as an option the compressors may be controlled by automatically draining the condensate! See section 1!5!

Fig! 1!1 GA7 Tank-mounted with integrated dryer and OSD Fig! 1!2 GA7 Tank-mounted

E1 Elektronikon regulator 2 Air receiver 5 Manual condensate drain valve

S3 Emergency stop 3 Manual condensate drain valve 6 Automatic condensate drain outlet
1 Electrical cable entry 4 OSD (oil/condensate separator) 7 Service panel
drain outlet 8 Air outlet valve

Figs! 1!1 and 1!2 GA7 Tank-mounted

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1 1 1 Compressor"variants 1 1 2 Main"options"-"special"versions

Tank-mounted"(Figs "1 1"and"1 2) Options"and"special"versions

The compressors are mounted on a large air receiver!

GA"with GA
integrated
Floor-mounted"(Fig "1 3)
dryer
The compressors can be installed directly on the floor!
Integrated oil/condensate separator
(OSD) ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
High ambient version (up to 50°C) ! 0 0
Lifting device ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Bodywork heating ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Rain protection ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Heavy-duty filter ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Modulating control regulator
(not for GA5) ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Integrated condensate separator
(WSD) ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! S S, except
Tank-
mounted
Integrated dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! S 0
Main power isolating switch ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Electronic drain ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Dryer by-pass ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 NA
Relay expansion box ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Elektronikon II regulator ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
COM Module ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
Phase sequence relay ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0
500 l Air receiver ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 0 0

0 = optional S = standard NA = not available

1 1 3 Air"flow"(Fig "1 5)

Air drawn through filter (8) and open inlet valve (9) into
compressor element (10) is compressed! Compressed air and
oil flow into oil separator/tank (11)! The air is discharged
through outlet valve (12) via minimum pressure valve (13),
air cooler (4) and dryer (1)!

1 Oil cooler
2 Oil/condensate separator (optional)
3 Integrated dryer (optional)
4 Automatic condensate drain outlet
5 Manual condensate drain valve
6 Drive motor 1 1 4 Oil"system"(Fig "1 5)
7 Air filter
8 Air cooler Air pressure forces the oil from oil separator/tank (11) through
9 Air outlet valve oil cooler (14) and filter (15) to compressor element (10) and
10! Fan motors the lubrication points! In oil separator/tank (11), most of the
oil is removed centrifugally, the balance is removed by oil
Fig! 1!3 Rear view, GA7 Floor-mounted with integrated separator (7)!
dryer and OSD

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E1 Elektronikon regulator 6 Oil drain plug

S3 Emergency stop 7 Integrated dryer
1 Oil separator (optional)
2 Oil filler plug 8 Oil filter
3 Oil separator/tank 9 Solenoid valve
4 Oil level sight-glass 10 Oil/condensate
5 Air outlet valve separator (optional)

Fig! 1!4 Front view, GA7 Tank-mounted with integrated

dryer and OSD

A Air inlet 4 Air cooler 13 Minimum pressure valve

B Air flow 5 Unloading valve 14 Oil cooler
C Dry compressed air 6 Safety valve 15 Oil filter
D Air/oil flow 7 Oil separator 16 Temperature switch
E Oil flow 8 Air filter 17 Cooling fan (oil)
F Air out 9 Inlet valve 18 Filters (optional)
1 Integrated dryer 10 Compressor element 19 Unloader
2 Cooling fan (air) 11 Oil separator/tank 20 Solenoid valve
3 By-pass valve 12 Air outlet valve 21 Loading plunger

Fig! 1!5 Flow diagram (typical example for Floor-mounted models with integrated dryer)

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1 1 5 Cooling"and"condensate"drain"systems"(Fig 1 3 Elektronikon"I"regulator
1 5)
The compressors are provided with the Elektronikon I
The cooling system comprises air cooler (4) and oil cooler regulator (Fig! 1!7)!
(14)! The cooling air is generated by fans (2 and 17)! The fan
of the air system will run during loaded running and stop at
unloading! The fan of the oil system has a temperature switch 1 3 1 Main"functions
(16)! Depending on the temperature of the oil, this switch
will start the fan (17) to cool the oil! 1 3 1 1 Automatic"control"of"the"compressor

All variants except Tank-mounted models without dryer are The regulator maintains the net pressure between
provided with an integrated condensate separator (WSD) in programmable limits by automatically loading and unloading
the air outlet system! The trap is equipped with a valve for the compressor! A number of programmable settings, e!g! the
automatic condensate draining during operation (6-Fig! 1!1)
and a manually operated valve (5) for draining after stopping
the compressor!

1 2 Unloading/loading"system

1 2 1 Unloading"(Fig "1 5)

If the air consumption is less than the air output of the

compressor, the net pressure increases! When the net pressure
reaches the unloading pressure, solenoid valve (20) is de-
energized! The plunger of the valve returns by spring force:

1! Control pressure is vented to atmosphere via solenoid valve

(20)!
2! Loading plunger (21) moves upwards and causes inlet valve
(9) to close the air inlet opening!
3! Unloading valve (5) is opened by receiver pressure! The
pressure from oil separator/tank (11) is released towards
unloader (19)!

Air output is stopped (0 %), the compressor runs unloaded!

1 2 2 Loading"(Fig "1 5)
F1-F2 Fuses
When the net pressure decreases to the loading pressure, F4-F8 Fuses
solenoid valve (20) is energized! The plunger of solenoid F21 Overload relay, compressor motor
valve (20) moves against spring force: K2 Contactor, air cooler
K21 Line contactor
1! Control pressure is fed via solenoid valve (20) to loading T1 Transformer
plunger (21) and unloading valve (5)! T2 Transformer
2! Unloading valve (5) closes the air blow-off opening! 1X0 Terminal strip (supply)
Loading plunger (21) moves downwards and causes inlet 1X2 Terminal strip (dryer)
valve (9) to open fully! 1X4 Terminal strip (230V/AC)
1X6 Terminal strip (Elektronikon 24V/DC)
Air output is resumed (100 %), the compressor runs loaded!
Fig! 1!6 Electric cabinet, DOL starter (typical example)

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unloading and loading pressures, the minimum stop time and

the maximum number of motor starts are taken into account!

The regulator stops the compressor whenever possible to

reduce the power consumption and restarts it automatically
when the net pressure decreases!

1 3 1 2 Protecting"the"compressor

Shut-down
If the compressor element outlet temperature exceeds the
programmed shut-down level, the compressor will be stopped!
This will be indicated on display (3-Fig! 1!7)! The compressor
will also be stopped in case of overload of the drive motor!

Shut-down"warning
If the compressor element outlet temperature or dewpoint
temperature exceeds a programmed value below the shut-down
level, this will also be indicated to warn the operator before
the shut-down level is reached!

Service"warning
If the service timer exceeds a programmed value, this will be
indicated to warn the operator to carry out some service actions!

1 3 1 3 Automatic"restart"after"voltage"failure S3 Emergency stop button 8 General alarm LED

1 Stop button 9 Pictograph, alarm
For compressors leaving the factory, this function is made 2 Start button 10 Automatic operation
inactive! If desired, the function can be activated! Consult 3 Display LED
Atlas Copco! 4 Reset key 11 Pictograph, automatic
5 Enter key operation
Warning If activated and provided the module was in the 6 Voltage on LED 12 Downwards scroll key
automatic operation mode, the compressor will 7 Pictograph, voltage on 13 Upwards scroll key
automatically restart if the supply voltage to the
module is restored within a programmed time Fig! 1!7 Control panel, Elektronikon I regulator
period"

1 3 2 Control"panel"(Fig "1 7)

Ref Designation Function

1 Stop button Push button to stop the

compressor! LED (10) goes out!
The compressor will stop after Ref Designation Function
running in unloaded condition for
about 30 seconds!
3 Display Indicates the compressor
2 Start button Push button to start the operating condition, actually
compressor! LED (10) lights up measured values and
indicating that the regulator is programmed parameters!
operative (in automatic
operation)! 4 Reset key Key to reset the service timer, a
shut-down condition, etc!

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Ref Designation Function Ref Designation Function

5 Enter key Key to select or validate a 13 Upwards scroll key Key to scroll upwards through the
parameter, to open a sub-display screens or to increase a setting!
or to return to a previous display!
S3 Emergency stop Push button to stop the
6 Voltage on LED Indicates that the voltage is button compressor immediately in case
switched on! of emergency! After remedying
the trouble, unlock the button by
7 Pictograph Voltage on!
pulling it out and press reset key
8 General alarm LED Is alight if a warning condition (4)!
exists!
8 General alarm LED Blinks in case of a shut-down or Fig! 1!7 Control panel, Elektronikon I regulator
emergency stop condition!
9 Pictograph Alarm ! 1 3 3 Display
10 Automatic Indicates that the regulator is Normally, the display shows the operation status of the
operation LED automatically controlling the compressor by means of pictographs and the air outlet pressure:
compressor: the compressor is
loaded, unloaded, stopped and
restarted depending on the air
consumption and the limitations
programmed in the regulator!
11 Pictograph Automatic operation! bar
12 Downwards scroll Key to scroll downwards through 6!6
key the screens or to decrease a
setting! Fig! 1!8 Main screen (typical example)

SENSORS/SOLENOID" VALVES/ 1X0 Terminal strip (supply) OPTIONAL"EQUIPMENT

ELECTRONIC"DRAIN/HEATER 1X1 Terminal strip (motor) B1 Electronic water drain
PT20 Pressure transducer, delivery 1X2 Terminal strip (dryer) (EWD)
air 1X3 Terminal strip (earth) K25 Phase sequence protection
TSR Temperature switch, oil cooler 1X4 Terminal strip (230V/AC) M3 Fan motor, cubicle for HAV
TT11 Temperature sensor, element 1X6 Terminal strip (Elektronikon (high ambient version)
outlet 24V/DC) PDS11 Delta P switch, integrated
TT90 Temperature sensor, dewpoint 1X7 Terminal strip (potential free DD/PD filter
Y1 Solenoid valve contacts) R1/K34 Drive motor thermistor
1X8 Terminal strip (options, protection, shut-down
MOTORS signals) R2/K35 Drive motor thermistor
M1 Compressor motor protection, warning
M4 Fan motor (oil cooler) CONTROL"MODULE"(E1) R3/R4/R7 Freeze protection (tracing/
M5 Fan motor (air cooler) I Start button heaters)
K01 Blocking relay R5 Freeze protection, heater of
ELECTRIC"CABINET K02 Auxiliary relay, star contactor EWD (electronic water
E1 Compressor control module K03 Auxiliary relay, delta contactor drain)
F1-F10 Fuses K04 Auxiliary relay, load/unload R6 Freeze protection, heater of
F21 Overload relay, compressor K05 Auxiliary relay, dryer control OSD (oil/condensate
motor K06 Auxiliary relay, general shut- separator)
K2 Contactor, air cooler down R96 Anti-condensation heaters
K11 Auxiliary contactor, dryer 0 Stop button S10 Main switch
K21 Line contactor S3 Emergency stop button TSLL91 Thermostat, freeze
K22 Star contactor protection
K23 Delta contactor DRYER Y2 Solenoid valve, modulating
T1-T2 Transformer A1 Dryer control
T3 Transformer, dryer
Fig! 1!9 Electrical diagram, star-delta starter (typical example for Elektronikon I)

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1 3 4 Scrolling"through"all"screens The regulator stops the compressor whenever possible to

reduce the power consumption and restarts it automatically
It is possible to scroll downwards and upwards through a when the net pressure decreases! In case the expected
number of screens by means of the upwards/downwards arrow unloading period is too short, the compressor is kept running
keys (12 and 13-Fig! 1!7) on the control panel! to prevent too-short standstill periods!

Warning A number of time-based automatic start/stop

1 3 5 Pictographs"used"on"the"screen commands may be programmed (consult the User
manual for Elektronikon I and II regulators)"
Take into account that a start command will be
Pictograph Explanation
executed (if programmed and activated), even
after manually stopping the compressor"
Compressor status LOAD (during loaded
running, the horizontal arrow blinks)

1 4 1 2 Protecting"the"compressor
Compressor status UNLOAD Shut-down
If the compressor element outlet temperature exceeds the
programmed shut-down level, the compressor will be stopped!
Running hours This will be indicated on display (3-Fig! 1!10)! The compressor
will also be stopped in case of overload of the drive motor!

Shut-down"warning
Element outlet temperature If the compressor element outlet temperature exceeds a
programmed value below the shut-down level, this will also
be indicated to warn the operator before the shut-down level
Dewpoint temperature is reached!

Service"warning
Motor or motor overload A number of service operations are grouped in plans (called
Service plans A, B and C)! Each Service plan has a
programmed time interval! If a time interval is exceeded, a
message will appear on display (3) to warn the operator to
carry out the service actions belonging to that plan!

1 4 1 3 Automatic"restart"after"voltage"failure

For compressors leaving the factory, this function is made

inactive! If desired, the function can be activated! Consult
Atlas Copco!

1 4 Elektronikon"II"regulator Warning If activated and provided the module was in the

automatic operation mode, the compressor will
As an option, the compressors may be provided with the automatically restart if the supply voltage to the
Elektronikon II regulator (Fig! 1!10)! module is restored within a programmed time
period"

1 4 1 Main"functions The power recovery time (the period within which

the voltage must be restored to have an automatic
1 4 1 1 Automatic"control"of"the"compressor restart) can be set between 10 and 600 seconds
or to Infinite" If the power recovery time is set to
The regulator maintains the net pressure between Infinite, the compressor will always restart after
programmable limits by automatically loading and unloading a voltage failure, no matter how long it takes to
the compressor! A number of programmable settings, e!g! the restore the voltage" A restart delay can also be
unloading and loading pressures, the minimum stop time and programmed, allowing e"g" two compressors to
the maximum number of motor starts are taken into account! be restarted one after the other"

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1 4 2 Control"panel"(Fig "1 10)

Ref Designation Function

1 Stop button Push button to stop the

compressor! LED (8) goes out!
The compressor will stop after
running in unloaded condition
for about 30 seconds!

2 Start button Push button to start the

compressor! LED (8) lights up
indicating that the regulator is
operative (in automatic
operation)! The LED goes out
after unloading the compressor
manually!
3 Display Indicates messages concerning
the compressor operating
condition, a service need or a
fault!

4 Scroll keys Keys to scroll through the

display!

5 Tabulator key Key to select the parameter

indicated by a horizontal arrow!
Only the parameters followed
by an arrow pointing to the
right are accessible for
modifying!
S3 Emergency stop button 7 General alarm LED
6 Voltage on LED Indicates that the voltage is 1 Stop button 8 Automatic operation
switched on! 2 Start button LED
3 Display 9 Function keys
7 General alarm LED Is alight if a warning, service 4 Scroll keys 10 Pictograph, alarm
warning or shut-down warning 5 Tabulator key 11 Pictograph, automatic
condition exists or if a sensor is 6 Voltage on LED operation
out of order! 12 Pictograph, voltage on
7 General alarm LED Blinks in case of shut-down, if a
sensor with shut-down function Fig! 1!10 Control panel, optional Elektronikon II regulator
is out of order or after an
emergency stop!
8 Automatic Indicates that the regulator is
operation LED automatically controlling the
compressor: the compressor is Ref Designation Function
loaded, unloaded, stopped and
restarted depending on the air
consumption and the limitations 12 Pictograph Voltage on!
programmed in the regulator!
S3 Emergency Push button to stop the
9 Function keys Keys to control and program stop button compressor immediately in case
the compressor! See below! of emergency! After remedying
the trouble, unlock the button
10 Pictograph Alarm! by pulling it out!

11 Pictograph Automatic operation!

Fig! 1!10 Control panel, optional Elektronikon II regulator

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SENSORS/SOLENOID"VALVES/ 1X2 Terminal strip (dryer) 0 Stop button

ELECTRONIC"DRAIN/HEATER 1X3 Terminal strip (earth) S3 Emergency stop button
PT20 Pressure transducer, delivery 1X4 Terminal strip (230V/AC)
air 1X5 Plug (supply 24V/AC for DRYER
TT11 Temperature sensor, element download of Elektronikon A1 Dryer
outlet files)
TT90 Temperature sensor, 1X6 Terminal strip (Elektronikon OPTIONAL"EQUIPMENT
dewpoint 24V/DC) B1 Electronic water drain
TSR Temperature switch, oil 1X7 Terminal strip (potential free (EWD)
cooler contacts) K04’ Auxiliary contactor, load/
Y1 Solenoid valve 1X8 Terminal strip (options, unload (for optional ES100)
signals) K21 Auxiliary contact,
MOTORS compressor running (for
M1 Compressor motor CONTROL"MODULE"(E1) optional ES100)
M4 Fan motor (oil cooler) I Start button K25 Phase sequence protection
M5 Fan motor (air cooler) K01 Blocking relay M3 Fan motor, cubicle HAV
K02 Auxiliary relay, star (high ambient version)
ELECTRIC"CABINET contactor PDS11 Delta P switch, integrated
E1 Compressor control module K03 Auxiliary relay, delta DD/PD filter
F1-F10 Fuses contactor R1/K34 Drive motor thermistor
F21 Overload relay, compressor K04 Auxiliary relay, load/unload protection, shut-down
motor K05 Auxiliary relay, air pressure R2/K35 Drive motor thermistor
K2 Contactor, air cooler high/low protection, warning
K11 Auxiliary contactor, dryer K06 Auxiliary relay, dryer R3/R4/R7 Freeze protection (tracing/
K21 Line contactor K07 Auxiliary relay, manual/ heaters)
K22 Star contactor automatic operation R96 Anti-condensation heaters
K23 Delta contactor K08 Auxiliary relay, general S10 Main switch
T1-T2 Transformer warning TSLL91 Thermostat, freeze
T3 Transformer, dryer K09 Auxiliary relay, general protection
1X0 Terminal strip (supply) shut-down Y2 Solenoid valve, modulating
1X1 Terminal strip (motor) control

Fig! 1!11 Electrical diagram, star-delta starter (typical example for Elektronikon II)

1 4 3 Display"(Fig "1 12) 1 4 4 Calling"up"other"menus

Normally, the display shows the operation status of the Starting from the Main display (Fig! 1!12):
compressor, the air outlet pressure and the abbreviations of
function keys F1, F2 and F3! - Use the ¯ key (4-Fig! 1!10) for a quick look at the actual
compressor status!
- Press the key Menu (F1); the option "Status data" will be
followed by a horizontal arrow:
- Either press the tabulator key (5-Fig! 1!10) to select
this menu!
- Or use the ¯ key (4) to scroll until the desired submenu
is followed by a horizontal arrow and then press the
tabulator key (5) to select this menu!

For detailed instructions, consult the User manual for

Elektronikon I and II regulators!
52158F

Fig! 1!12 Example of the main display

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1 5 Air"dryer"(Fig "1 13) 1 5 2 Refrigerant"circuit

The compressors may be provided as an option with an Compressor (13) delivers high-pressure refrigerant gas, which
integrated dryer which removes condensate from compressed flows through condenser (9) where the refrigerant condenses!
air! The liquid refrigerant flows through filter (6) to capillary tube
(7)! The refrigerant leaves the capillary tube at evaporating
pressure!
1 5 1 Compressed"air"circuit"(Fig "1 13)
The refrigerant enters evaporator (11) where it withdraws heat
Compressed air enters heat exchanger (5) and is cooled by from the compressed air by further evaporation! The heated
the outgoing, dried air! Moisture in the incoming air starts to refrigerant leaves the evaporator and is sucked in by
condense! The air then flows through heat exchanger (11) compressor (13)!
where the refrigerant evaporates withdrawing heat from the
air! This cools the air to close to the evaporating temperature By-pass valve (10) regulates the refrigerant flow! Fan (8) is
of the refrigerant! More water in the air condenses! The cold switched on or off by switch (14) depending on the loading
air then flows through condensate separator (2), which degree of the refrigerant circuit!
separates condensate from the air! The condensate is
automatically drained through outlet (4)! The cold, dried air
then flows through heat exchanger (5), where it is warmed up
by incoming air!

1 Air outlet valve

2 Condensate separator
3 Manual condensate drain valve
4 Automatic condensate drain outlet
5 Air/air heat exchanger
6 Filter
7 Capillary tube
8 Fan, condenser
9 Condenser
10 Hot gas by-pass valve
11 Air/refrigerant heat exchanger (evaporator)
12 Fan motor
13 Refrigerant compressor
14 Fan control switch
PT20 Pressure transducer, air outlet
TT90 Temperature sensor

Fig! 1!13 Air dryer

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2 Installation
2 1 Dimension"drawings"(Figs "2 1/2 2)

Fig! 2!1 Dimension drawing, GA5-11C Floor-mounted variant

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Fig! 2!2 Dimension drawing, GA5-11C Tank-mounted variant

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2 2 Installation"proposals"(Figs "2 3/2 4)

Fig! 2!3 Installation proposal, GA 5-11C Floor-mounted variant

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Fig! 2!4 Installation proposal, GA 5-11C Tank-mounted variant

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Ref Description/recommendation

4 Ventilation: the inlet grids and ventilation fan should

be installed in such a way that any re-circulation of
cooling air to the compressor or dryer is avoided! The
air velocity to the grids must be limited to 5 m/s!
Maximum allowable pressure drop over the cooling
air ducts is 30 Pa! When 30 Pa is exceeded, a
ventilation fan is needed at the outlet of the cooling air
ducts! Consult Atlas Copco!

For alternatives 1 and 3:

The required ventilation capacity to limit the
compressor room temperature can be calculated as
follows:
1 Wooden beams
Qv = 1!16 N / dT
Fig! 2!5 Transport by a pallet truck
Qv = required ventilation capacity in m3/s
N = nominal motor power of compressor in kW
Important"(Fig "2 5) dT = temperature increase in compressor room

To prevent a tank-mounted model from falling over during For alternatives 2 and 4:
transport by a pallet truck: push the forks underneath the air The fan capacity should match the compressor fan
receiver and provide a wooden beam (1) (section approx! 4x6 capacity at a pressure head equal to the pressure drop
cm) through the supports at both sides of the receiver! While caused by the outlet cooling air ducts!
holding the compressor, slowly lift the forks until the receiver
is secured between the beams! Move" the" compressor When the compressor is provided with a dryer the
smoothly required cooling air flow is:

Qv = (1!16N + 0!6)/dT
Ref Description/recommendation
Qv = required ventilation capacity in m3/s
N = nominal motor power of compressor in kW
1 Install the compressor on a solid, level floor suitable
dT = temperature increase in compressor room
for taking the weight! The recommended minimum
distance between the top of the unit and the ceiling is
5 The drain pipes to the drain collector must not dip into
900 mm! The air receiver must not be bolted to the
the water of the drain collector!
floor! The minimum distance between the wall and the
back of the compressor must be 150 mm!
6 Control cubicle with monitoring panel!
2 Position of the compressed air outlet valve! To facilitate
7 Lay-out of the mains cable!
the access to the integrated dryer during maintenance
operations, provide a flexible connection between the
8 Filter, type DD, for general purpose filtration
air outlet valve and the air net! Close the valve!
(optional)! The filter traps solid particles down to 1
Connect the air net to the valve!
micron with a max! oil carry-over of 0!5 mg/m³! A
high-efficiency filter, type PD (optional), may be
3 The pressure drop over the delivery pipe can be
installed downstream of a DD filter! This filter traps
calculated as follows:
solid particles down to 0!01 micron with a max! oil
carry-over of 0!01 mg/m³! If oil vapour and odours
dp = (L x 450 x Qc1!85) / (d5 x P)
are undesirable, a filter of the QD type (optional) should
be installed downstream of the PD filter!
dp = pressure drop (recommended maximum = 0!1
It is recommended to provide by-pass pipes and valves
bar)
over the filters to isolate the filters during maintenance
L = length of delivery pipe in m
without disturbing the compressor!
d = inner diameter of the delivery pipe in mm
P = absolute pressure at the compressor outlet in
9 Safety valve!
bar(a)
Qc = free air delivery of the compressor in l/s

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2 3 Electric"cable"size

Attention
- Local regulations remain applicable if they are stricter than the values proposed below!
- The voltage drop must not exceed 5% of the nominal voltage! It may be necessary to use cables with a larger section than
those stated to comply with this requirement!

Compressor"type "Voltage"(V) Frequency"(Hz) Cable"size"(mm²)

With"star-delta"starter"(IEC)
GA5 200 50 6
GA5 230 50 6
GA5 400 50 2!5
GA5 500 50 2!5
GA7 200 50 10
GA7 230 50 10
GA7 400 50 4
GA7 500 50 4
GA11C 200 50 25
GA11C 230 50 16
GA11C 400 50 10
GA11C 500 50 6

With"star-delta"starter"(IEC)
GA5 200/220 60 10
GA5 220/230 60 6
GA5 380 60 4
GA5 440/460 60 2!5
GA7 200/220 60 10
GA7 220/230 60 10
GA7 380 60 4
GA7 440/460 60 4
GA11C 200/220 60 25
GA11C 220/230 60 16
GA11C 380 60 10
GA11C 440/460 60 6

Compressor"type Voltage"(V) Frequency"(Hz) Cable"size"(AWG)

With"direct-on-line"starter"(CSA/UL)
GA5 200 60 8
GA5 220/230 60 8
GA5 440/460 60 10
GA5 575 60 12
GA7 200 60 6
GA7 220/230 60 6
GA7 440/460 60 10
GA7 575 60 8
GA11C 200 60 4
GA11C 220/230 60 4
GA11C 440/460 60 8
GA11C 575 60 8

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2 4 Electrical"connections 2 5 Pictographs"(Fig "2 6)

General Read the warnings attentively and act accordingly!

1! Provide an isolating switch nearby the compressor!

2! Check that the motor cables and wires inside the electric
cabinet are clamped tight to their terminals!
3! Check the fuses and the setting of the overload relay! See
section 7!2!
4! Connect the power supply cables to terminals L1, L2 and
L3 of terminal strip (1X0-Fig! 1!6)!
5! Connect the earth conductor to earth bolt (terminal strip
1X3) and neutral conductor (if provided) to terminal N of
the terminal strip 1X0!

1 Manual condensate drain

2 Automatic condensate drain
3 Warning: switch off voltage and depressurize compressor
before repairing
4 Warning: before connecting compressor electrically,
consult Instruction book for motor rotation direction
5 Torques for steel (Fe) or brass (CuZn) bolts
6 Consult Instruction book before greasing
7 Lightly oil gasket of oil filter, screw it on and tighten by
hand (approx! half a turn)
8 Warning: voltage

Fig! 2!6 Pictographs (typical examples)

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3 Operating instructions 3 3 1 External"compressor"status"indication

Auxiliary contacts (K07, K08 and K09) are provided at the

back of the electronic module (Fig! 1!10) for external indication
3 1 Before"initial"start-up of:
- Manual load/unload or automatic operation (K07)
- Warning condition (K08)
3 1 1 Safety - Shut-down condition (K09)
The operator must apply all relevant safety precautions, Maximum load for these contacts: 1 A / 250 V AC!
including those mentioned in this book!

3 1 2 User"manual 3 3 2 Remote"control
Read the "User manual for Elektronikon I and II regulators" Consult the User manual for Elektronikon I and II regulators
to familiarize yourself with all regulator functions! (Part 2, section 14!1) if it is desired to switch to another control
mode!
3 1 3 Outdoor/altitude"operation Following control modes can be selected:
If the compressor is installed outdoors or if the air inlet
temperature can be below 0°C, precautions must be taken! In 3 3 2 1 Local"control
this case, and also if operating at high altitude, consult Atlas
Copco! The compressor will react to commands entered by the buttons
on the control panel! Compressor start/stop commands via
function “Clock function” are active, if programmed!

3 2 Remote"starting/stopping
(Elektronikon"I) 3 3 2 2 Remote"control

The compressors are provided with the Elektronikon I The compressor will react to commands from external
regulator (Fig! 1!7)! These regulators allow remote starting switches! Emergency stop button (S3-Fig! 1!10) remains
and stopping! active! Compressor start/stop commands via function “Clock
function” are still possible!
Attention
Have the modifications checked by Atlas Copco! Stop the For" remote" starting" and" stopping: Connect a start/
compressor and switch off the voltage before connecting programmed stop button between terminals 30 and 33 of
external equipment! Only voltage-free contacts are allowed! terminal strip (1X6-Fig! 1!6)!

Bridge terminals 30 and 34: In this mode, the outlet pressure

Remote"starting"and"stopping:"connect a start/programmed is still sensed by pressure transducer (PT20-Fig! 1!11),
stop button between terminals 30 and 33 of terminal strip (1X6- resulting in loading and unloading of the compressor at the
Fig! 1!6)! pressures programmed in the electronic regulator! If terminals
30 and 34 are not bridged, the compressor is switched out of
automatic load/unload operation and remains running
unloaded!
3 3 External"compressor"status"indication/
remote"control"(Elektronikon"II) For"remote"loading/unloading (via external pressure switch):
Bridge terminals 30 and 35 and connect a load/unload switch
As an option, the compressor may be provided with the between terminals 30 and 34! This results in loading and
Elektronikon II regulator (Fig! 1!10)! These regulators allow: unloading of the compressor at the closing and opening
- External indication of the compressor status! pressures of the external pressure switch respectively!
- Remote control of the compressor!

Attention 3 3 2 3 LAN"control
Have the modifications checked by Atlas Copco! Stop the
compressor and switch off the voltage before connecting The compressor can be controlled via a LAN (local area
external equipment! Only voltage-free contacts are allowed! network)! Consult Atlas Copco!

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3 4 Initial"start-up

1! For" safely" moving" a" tank-mounted" model," consult

section 2!
2! For all models: unscrew the 3 transport bolts (1-Fig! 3!3)
and remove the transport bushes (2)!
3! Consult the installation instructions in section 2!
4! Check that the electrical connections correspond to the
local codes! The installation must be earthed and protected
against short circuits by fuses in all phases! An isolating
switch must be installed near the compressor!
5! Check transformer (T1-Fig! 1!6) for correct connection!
Check the setting of drive motor overload relay (F21) and
that overload relay (F21) is set for automatic resetting!
6! Fit air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4), close it and
connect the valve to the air net! If provided: connect the
manual condensate drain valves (2-Figs! 3!1/3!4) and
automatic condensate drain outlet (1-Fig! 3!1) to a drain
collector! Close the manual condensate drain valves (2-
Figs! 3!1/ 3!4)!
7! The oil level sight-glass (4-Fig! 3!5) should be between ¼
and ¾ full!

1 Drive motor
2 Arrow, motor rotation direction
3 Cubicle door

Fig! 3!2 Rear view, GA7 Tank-mounted

8! Switch on the voltage! Start the compressor and stop it

immediately! Check the rotation direction of motor (1-
Fig! 3!2) while the motor is coasting to a stop! The correct
rotation direction is clockwise while facing the non-drive
end of the motor! Check also that the fan motors (oil and
air cooler, 10- Fig! 1!3) are blowing cooling air through
1 Automatic condensate drain outlet the roof of the compressor! If the rotation direction is
2 Manual condensate drain valve wrong, switch off the voltage by opening the isolating
switch and reverse two incoming electric lines!
Fig! 3!1 Automatic and manual drains, Tank-mounted with 9! Start and run the compressor for a few minutes! Check
integrated dryer and OSD that the compressor operates normally!

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3 5 For" compressors" with" Elektronikon" I

regulator"(Fig "1 7)

3 5 1 Starting

1! A few minutes after stopping, the oil level sight-glass (4-

Fig! 3!5) should be between ¼ and ¾ full!
2! Switch on the voltage!
3! Open air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4)! Close the
manual condensate drain valves (2-Figs! 3!1/3!4) if
provided!
4! Press start button (2-Fig! 1!7)! The compressor starts
running and automatic operation LED (10) lights up! Ten
seconds"after starting, the drive motor switches over from
star to delta (for star-delta starter) and the compressor starts
running loaded!

3 5 2 During"operation
1 Transport bolts, to be removed
2 Transport bushes, to be removed 1! Regularly check the oil level! Three minutes after stopping,
sight-glass (4-Fig! 3!5) should be between ¼ and ¾ full!
Fig! 3!3 Compressor element/transport fixations (Floor- Wait until the compressor has stopped (30 seconds),
and Tank-mounted) depressurize the oil system by unscrewing oil filler plug
(2) one"turn and wait a few minutes! Remove the plug
and top up oil, until the sight-glass is ¾ full! Fit and tighten
the plug (2)!
2! When automatic operation LED (10-Fig! 1!7) is alight, the
regulator is automatically controlling the compressor, i!e!
loading, unloading, stopping of the motors and restarting!

3 3 3 Checking"the"display"(Fig "1 7)

1! Regularly check display (3): the compressor status is

indicated by pictographs; see section 1!3!5!
2! Remedy the trouble if alarm LED (8) is alight or blinks!
Consult the User manual for Elektronikon I and II
regulators, Part 1, sections 4 up to 7!

Warning Before carrying out any maintenance, repair or

adjustment, stop the compressor, press emergency
stop button (S3-Fig"1"7), switch off the voltage
and depressurize the compressor"

3 5 4 Stopping"(Fig "1 7)

1! Press stop button (1)! LED (10) goes out! The compressor
runs unloaded for 30 seconds and then stops!
2! To" stop" the" compressor" in" case" of" emergency, press
button (S3)! Alarm LED (8) and a pictogram representing
the button blink! After remedying the fault, unlock the
1 Air outlet valve button by pulling it out and press key (4) before restarting!
2 Manual condensate drain valve 3! Close air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4) and switch
off the voltage!
Fig! 3!4 Connection for air outlet valve - manual 4! Open manual condensate drain valves (2-Figs! 3!1/3!4) if
condensate drain valve (Tank-mounted) provided!

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3! Open air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4)! Close the

manual condensate drain valves (2-Figs! 3!1/3!4) if
provided!
4! Press start button (2-Fig! 1!10)! The compressor starts
running and automatic operation LED (8) lights up! Ten
seconds"after starting, the drive motor switches over from
star to delta (for star-delta starter) and the compressor starts
running loaded!

3 6 2 During"operation

1! Regularly check the oil level! Three minutes after stopping,

sight-glass (4-Fig! 3!5) should be between ¼ and ¾ full!
Wait until the compressor has stopped (30 seconds),
depressurize the oil system by unscrewing oil filler plug
(2) one"turn and wait a few minutes! Remove the plug
and top up oil, until the sight-glass is ¾ full! Fit and tighten
the plug (2)!
2! When automatic operation LED (8-Fig! 1!10) is alight, the
regulator is automatically controlling the compressor, i!e!
loading, unloading, stopping of the motors and restarting!

3 6 3 Checking"the"display"(Fig "1 10)

1! Regularly check display (3) for readings and messages!

1 Oil separator Normally, the display shows the compressor outlet
2 Oil filler plug pressure, the status of the compressor and the abbreviations
3 Oil separator/tank of the functions of the keys below the display!
4 Oil level sight-glass 2! Remedy the trouble if alarm LED (7) is alight or blinks!
5 Oil drain valve Consult the User manual for Elektronikon I and II
6 Oil filter regulators, Part 2, sections 5 and 15!
7 Safety valves
8 Oil drain plug Warning Before carrying out any maintenance, repair or
adjustment, stop the compressor, press emergency
Fig! 3!5 View of oil separator/tank (typical example for stop button (S3-Fig"1"10), switch off the voltage
Tank-mounted) and depressurize the compressor"

3 6 4 Stopping"(Fig "1 10)

3 6 For" compressors" with" Elektronikon" II
regulator"(Fig "1 10) 1! Press stop button (1)! LED (8) goes out! The compressor
runs unloaded for 30 seconds and then stops!
2! To" stop" the" compressor" in" case" of" emergency, press
As an option, the compressors may be provided with an
button (S3)! Alarm LED (7) blinks! After remedying the
Elektronikon II regulator!
fault, unlock the button by pulling it out and press key
“Rset”(9) before restarting!
3! Close air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4) and switch
3 6 1 Starting
off the voltage!
4! Open manual condensate drain valves (2-Figs! 3!1/3!4) if
1! A few minutes after stopping, the oil level sight-glass (4-
provided!
Fig! 3!5) should be between ¼ and ¾ full!
2! Switch on the voltage!

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3 7 Taking" out" of" operation" at" end" of 4 1 Drive"motor"(1-Fig "3 2)

compressor"service"life
The motor bearings are greased for life!
At the end of the service life of the compressor, proceed as
follows:
4 2" Service" actions" for" Elektronikon" I
1! Stop the compressor and close the air outlet valve (9-Fig! compressors"(Fig "1 7)
1!3/1-Fig! 3!4)!
2! Switch off the voltage and disconnect the compressor from Besides the daily and 3-monthly checks, the service operations
the mains! are grouped in time intervals (running hours); see section 4!4!
3! Depressurize the compressor by opening plug (2-Fig! 3!5)
one"turn and, if provided, by opening manual condensate The regulator has a programmable service timer! When the
drain valves (2-Figs! 3!1/3!4)! timer reaches the programmed interval, LED (8) will light up!
4! Shut off and depressurize the part of the air net, which is Press scroll key (12); “r000” appears! Press enter key (5);
connected to the air outlet valve! Disconnect the “S” (S standing for “Service”) appears! In this case, check
compressor air outlet valve from the air net! the running hours! Carry out the service operations
5! Drain the oil and condensate circuits! corresponding to the running hours as specified in the schedule
6! Disconnect the compressor condensate outlet and valve of section 4!4!
from the condensate net!
Reset the service timer after servicing! For detailed
information, consult the User manual for Elektronikon I and
II regulators, Part 1, section 7!

Important
If mineral oil is used instead of Atlas Copco Roto-injectfluid,
the service timer interval has to be decreased: 500 running
hours for 13 bar (175 psi) units and 1000 running hours for
7!5-10 bar (100-150 psi) units!

4 3" Service" plans" for" Elektronikon" II

compressors"(Fig "1 10)
4 Maintenance As an option the compressors may be provided with the
Elektronikon II regulator (see section 1!4)!

Attention Besides the daily and 3-monthly checks, the service operations
Apply all relevant safety precautions, including those are grouped in plans, called Service plans A, B or C; see section
mentioned in this book! 4!4! Each plan has a programmed time interval at which all
service actions belonging to that plan are to be carried out!
Before"starting"any"maintenance"or"repairs: When reaching the interval, a message will appear on the
screen indicating which Service plans are to be carried out!
1! Press stop button (1-Figs! 1!7/1!10), wait until the After servicing, the intervals are to be reset! For detailed
compressor has stopped (approx! 30 seconds), press information, consult the User manual for Elektronikon I and
emergency stop button (S3-Figs! 1!7/1!10) and switch off II regulators, Part 2, sections 5, 12 and 15!
the voltage!
2! Close air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4) and Important
depressurize by opening plug (2-Fig! 3!5) one"turn and, if Always consult Atlas Copco in case any timer setting should
provided, by opening manual condensate drain valves (2- be changed!
Figs! 3!1/3!4)!
3! The air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4) can be locked
during maintenance or repair as follows:
- Close the valve!
- Remove the bolt fixing the handle!
- Lift the handle and turn it until the slot of the handle
fits over the blocking edge on the valve body!
- Lock the handle using the special bolt and wrench
delivered loose with the compressor!

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4 4 Preventive"maintenance"schedule"for"the"compressor"1)

Attention
For overhauling or carrying out preventive maintenance, service kits are available (see section 4!8)! Atlas Copco offers several
types of Service contracts, relieving you of all preventive maintenance work!

The"#longer"interval#"checks"must"also"include"the"#shorter"interval#"checks ""When servicing, replace all disengaged

packings, e!g! gaskets, O-rings, washers! Always use genuine Atlas Copco parts!

Period See"section See"notes Service"operation

below"table

Daily 3 - Check oil level

" 3 and 7 - Check readings on display
" -- - Check that condensate is discharged during loading
“ 3 - Drain condensate

3-monthly 5 - Check coolers (if provided also condenser of dryer); clean if necessary
" 5 1 Remove and inspect air filter element

Service"actions

Running See See"notes Service Service"operation

hours Section below"table plan"(for
Elektroni
kon"II)

4000 4 2/4 A If Atlas Copco Roto-injectfluid is used, change oil and oil filter

For"GA"13"bar"(175"psi)"compressors:
500 4 2/4/3 A If oil as specified in section 4!5!2 is used, change oil and oil filter

For"GA"7 5"–"10"bar"(100"-"150"psi)"compressors:
1000 4 2/4/3 A If oil as specified in section 4!5!2 is used, change oil and oil filter

4000 4 and 5 1/2 A Replace air filter element

4000 -- - A Replace oil separator

8000 -- - B Check pressure and temperature readings

" -- - B Carry out a LED/display test
" -- 5 B Check for possible air leakage
" -- -- B Clean coolers (if provided also condenser of dryer)
" -- - B Remove, dismantle and clean float valve of condensate separator
" -- - B Test temperature shut-down function
" 5 - B Have safety valves tested
" -- - B Replace V-belts
" -- - B Have air inlet valve and minimum pressure valve inspected by
Atlas Copco

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Notes 4 6 Oil," filter" and" separator" change" (Fig

1! More frequently when operating in a dusty atmosphere! 3 5)
Replace damaged or heavily contaminated elements!
2! Use genuine Atlas Copco filters! 1! Run the compressor until warm! Stop the compressor,
3! For compressors with Elektronikon II, the interval for switch off the voltage and depressurize by unscrewing filler
Service plan A is to be reduced to the mentioned interval plug (2) one"turn to permit any pressure in the system to
in case mineral oil is used instead of Roto-injectfluid! escape!
4! Recommended oil: Atlas Copco Roto-injectfluid! The 2! Remove the oil drain plug (8)! Drain the oil by opening
normal change interval for Roto-injectfluid is 4000 hours! drain valve (5)! Close the valve after draining and fit the
If the compressor runs at unfavourable conditions (polluted plug! Deliver the oil to the local oil collection service!
air, element outlet temperature continuously above 100°C 3! Remove oil filter (6) and separator (1)! Clean the seats on
or below condensation limit), change the oil more often! the manifold! Oil the gaskets of the new filter and separator
A yearly oil and oil filter change may be necessary! In this and screw them into place! Tighten firmly by hand!
case, also reset the timer yearly (Service plan A)! Consult 4! Fill oil separator/tank (3) with oil until the level reaches
Atlas Copco if in any doubt! the middle of sight-glass (4)! Take care that no dirt drops
5! Any leakage should be attended to immediately! Damaged into the system! Fit and tighten plug (2)!
flexibles or flexible joints must be replaced! 5! Run the compressor for a few minutes! Stop the compressor
and wait a few minutes to allow the oil to settle!
Depressurize the system by unscrewing filler plug (2) one
4 5 Oil"specifications turn to permit any pressure in the system to escape! Fill
the separator/tank with oil until the sight-glass is 3/4 full!
Attention Tighten plug (2)!
Never mix oils of different brands or types! 6! Reset the service warning! Consult the User manual for
Elektronikon I and II regulators: Part 1, section 7 for
Elektronikon I or Part 2, section 15 for Elektronikon II!
4 5 1""Atlas"Copco"Roto-injectfluid

It is strongly recommended to use Atlas Copco Roto- 4 7 Storage"after"installation

injectfluid! This is special oil for screw compressors, which
keeps the compressor in excellent condition! Roto-injectfluid Run the compressor twice a week until warm! Load and unload
can be used for compressors operating in ambient temperatures the compressor a few times! If the compressor is stored without
between 0 and 40°C! See also section 4!8! running from time to time, consult Atlas Copco as protective
Although Roto-injectfluid is recommended, mineral oil can measures may be necessary!
be used after taking following precautions:
- The previously used oil should first be drained and the
system flushed! 4 8 Service"kits
- The oil filter and oil separator should be replaced!
- The oil must meet the requirements as specified below! Service kits are available offering the benefits of genuine Atlas
Copco parts while keeping the maintenance budget low! The
kits comprise all parts needed for servicing!
4 5 2""Mineral"oil
Service"kits Ordering"number
Properties: high-quality, mineral oil with oxidation inhibitors For oil filter, air filter
and anti-foam and anti-wear properties! The viscosity grade and oil separator 2901 0919 00
must correspond to the ambient temperature and ISO 3448,
as follows: Atlas"Copco"Roto-injectfluid
Roto-injectfluid can be ordered in following quantities:
Ambient Viscosity Viscosity
temperature grade "index Quantity Ordering"number
5-litre can 2901 0245 01
20-litre can 2901 0522 00
Consistently above 25°C ! ! ! ! ! ISO VG 68 Minimum 95
Between 25 and 0°C ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ISO VG 46 Minimum 95

Footnote chapter 4

1) Use only authorized parts" Any damage or malfunction caused by the use of unauthorized parts is not covered by Warranty or Product
Liability" The local Customer Centre may overrule the maintenance schedule, especially the service intervals, depending on the
environmental and working conditions of the compressor"

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5 Adjustments and servicing 5 3 Safety"valves

procedures Testing
The valves (7-Fig! 3!5) can be tested on a separate compressed
air line!
5 1 Air"filter"(2-Fig "5 1)
Before removing the valves: stop the compressor, close the
1! Stop the compressor! Remove the air filter cover by turning air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4), switch off the voltage
it anti-clockwise! Remove the air filter element! Fit the and depressurize by unscrewing filler plug (2-Fig! 3!5) one
new element and the cover! turn to permit any pressure in the system to escape!
2! Reset the service warning! Consult the User manual for
Elektronikon I and II regulators: Part 1, section 7 for If the valves do not open at the set pressure stamped on the
Elektronikon I or Part 2, section 15 for Elektronikon II! valve, consult Atlas Copco!

Warning No adjustments are allowed" Never run the

5 2 Coolers"(Fig "1 3) compressor without safety valve"

Keep coolers (1 and 8) clean to maintain the cooling efficiency!

Stop the compressor, close the air outlet valve and switch off
the voltage! Cover all parts under the coolers! Remove any
dirt from the coolers with a fibre brush! Never use a wire
brush or metal objects! Then clean by air jet!

1 Belts
2 Air filter 1 Bolt

Fig! 5!1 View, air filter and belts Fig! 5!2 Belt tensioning

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5 4 Belt"set"exchange"and"tensioning"(Figs 6 Problem solving

5 1/5 2)
For"Elektronikon"I"compressors:"If alarm LED (8-Fig! 1!7)
The belts (1-Fig! 5!1) must be replaced as a set, even if only is alight or blinks, consult the User manual, Part 1, sections 4
one of them seems worn! Use Atlas Copco belts only! up to 7!

1! Stop the compressor, close the air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/ For"Elektronikon"II"compressors: if alarm LED (7-Fig! 1!10)
1-Fig! 3!4) and switch off the voltage! is alight or blinks, consult the User manual, Part 2, sections 5
2! Loosen the tension of the belts by screwing bolt (1-Fig! and 15!
5!2)!
3! Replace the belts and then tension them by screwing bolt Attention
(1)! Rotate the belts a few times by hand to equalize the Apply all relevant safety precautions, including those
belt tension! mentioned in this book!
4! The tension is correct if the deflection is 4 mm when
exerting a force of 21 N on the belt midway between the Before"starting"any"maintenance"or"repairs:
pulleys!
5! Check the belt tension after 50 running hours! Attention
1! For"Elektronikon"I"compressors:"Press stop button (1-
Fig! 1!7), wait until the compressor has stopped (approx!
30 seconds), press emergency stop button (S3) and switch
off the voltage!
For"Elektronikon"II"compressors: Press stop button (1-
Fig! 1!10), wait until the compressor has stopped (approx!
30 seconds), press emergency stop button (S3) and switch
off the voltage!
2! Close air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4) and
depressurize by opening plug (2-Fig! 3!5) one"turn and, if
provided, by opening manual condensate drain valves (2-
Figs! 3!1/3!4)!
3! The air outlet valve (9-Fig! 1!3/1-Fig! 3!4) can be locked
during maintenance or repair as follows:
- Close the valve!
- Remove the screw fixing the handle with the wrench
delivered with the compressor!
- Lift the handle and turn it until the slot of the handle
fits over the blocking edge on the valve body!
- Fit the screw!

Mechanical"faults"and"suggested"remedies"(Fig "1 5)

1 Compressor"starts"running,"but"does"not"load"after"a
delay"time
a Solenoid valve (20) out of order
a Replace valve
b Inlet valve (9) stuck in closed position
b Have valve checked
c Leak in control air flexibles
c Replace leaking flexible
d Minimum pressure valve (13) leaking (when net is
depressurized)
d Have valve checked

2 Compressor"does"not"unload,"safety"valve"blows
a Solenoid valve (20) out of order
a See 1a
b Inlet valve (9) does not close
b See 1b

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3 Condensate" is" not" discharged" from" condensate d By-pass valve (3) malfunctioning
separator"during"loading d Have valve tested
a Discharge flexible clogged e Air cooler (4) clogged
a Check and correct as necessary e Clean cooler
b Float valve malfunctioning f Compressor element (10) out of order
b Remove float valve assembly, clean and check f See 4i

4 Compressor"air"output"or"pressure"below"normal
a Air consumption exceeds air output of compressor
a Check equipment connected
b Choked air inlet filter element (8)
b Replace filter element
c Solenoid valve (20) malfunctioning
c See 1a
d Leak in control air flexibles
d See 1c
e Inlet valve (9) does not fully open
e See 1b
f Oil separator (7) clogged
f Have element replaced
g Air leakage
g See 1c
h Safety valve (6) leaking
h Replace valve
i Compressor element (10) out of order
i Consult Atlas Copco

5 Excessive" oil" consumption;" oil" carry-over" through

discharge"line
a Oil level too high
a Check for overfilling! Release pressure and drain oil to
correct level
b Incorrect oil causing foam
b Change to correct oil
c Oil separator (7) defective
c Have element checked! Replace, if necessary

6 Safety"valve"blows"after"loading
a Inlet valve (9) malfunctioning
a See 1b
b Minimum pressure valve (13) malfunctioning
b See 1d
c Safety valve (6) out of order
c See 4h
d For units with dryer: dryer pipes clogged by formation of
ice
d Have refrigerant system checked! Consult Atlas Copco

7 Element"outlet"or"air"outlet"temperature"above"normal
a Insufficient cooling air or cooling air temperature too high
a Check for cooling air restriction or improve ventilation of
compressor room! Avoid recirculation of cooling air! If
installed, check capacity of compressor room fan! On
water-cooled compressors , check cooling water flow; if
necessary, have system cleaned!
b Oil level too low
b Check and correct as necessary
c Oil cooler (14) clogged
c Clean cooler

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7 Principal data

7 1 Readings"on"display"(Figs "1 7/1 10)

Ref Reading

Air"outlet"pressure Modulates between programmed unloading and loading pressures

Compressor"element Approx! 60°C above cooling air temperature

outlet"temperature

Dewpoint"temperature Approx! 4°C

7 2 Settings"of"overload"relay"and"fuses

GA5 GA5 GA7 GA7 GA11C GA11C

Frequency Voltage Overload Main"fuses Overload Main"fuses Overload Main"fuses
(Hz) (V) relay"F21 relay"F21 relay"F21
(A) (A) (A) (A) (A) "(A)

IEC Star-delta
50 200 13!9 32 19!9 50 40!6 80
50 230 12!1 32 17!2 50 25!3 63
50 400 6!9 20 9!9 25 14!6 50
50 500 5!6 20 7!9 25 11!6 32
60 200/220 15!2/13!8 50/32 20!4/18!6 50 29!9/27!2 80/63
60 220/230 13!8 32 18!6 50 27!2/26 63
60 380 8 25 10!7 25 15!7 50
60 440/460 6!9 20 9!3 25 13!4 32
CSA/UL DOL
60 200 26!3 40 35!4 60 51!8 80
60 220/230 23!9/22!9 40 32!2 50 47!1/45 80
60 440/460 11!9 20 16!1 30 23!2/22!5 40
60 575 9!1 20 18!6 30 18 35

7 3"Compressor"specifications

7 3 1 Reference"conditions"-"Limitations

Reference"conditions

Air inlet pressure (absolute) ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar 1

Air inlet temperature ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 20
Relative humidity ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! % 0
Working pressure ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) See nominal values below

Limitations

Maximum working pressure ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) See maximum values below

Minimum working pressure ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 4
Maximum air inlet temperature ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 40
Minimum ambient temperature ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 0

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7 3 2 Specifications"of"GA"7 5"-10"-"13"bar"1)

Compressor type GA5 GA7 GA11C GA5 GA7 GA11C GA5 GA7 GA11C

Frequency ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Hz 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50
Maximum (unloading) pressure,
compressor without dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 7!5 7!5 7!5 10 10 10 13!0 13!0 13!0
Maximum (unloading) pressure,
compressor with dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 7!25 7!25 7!25 9!75 9!75 9!75 12!75 12!75 12!75
Nominal working pressure ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 7!0 7!0 7!0 9!5 9!5 9!5 12!5 12!5 12!5
Temperature of air leaving outlet
valve (approx!), compressor without
dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35 35
Temperature of air leaving outlet
valve (approx!), compressor with
dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25
Power input, compressor without
dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! kW 6!3 8!7 12!5 6!2 8!7 12!6 6!2 8!7 12!8
Power input, compressor with dryer kW 6!8 9!4 13!4 6!7 9!4 13!5 6!7 9!4 13!7
Oil capacity ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! l 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8
Sound pressure level, compressor
without dryer"2) ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! dB(A) 61 62 63 61 62 63 61 62 63
Sound pressure level, compressor
with dryer"2) ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! dB(A) 61 62 63 61 62 63 61 62 63

7 3 3 Specifications"of"GA"100"-"125"psi"1)

Compressor type GA5 GA7 GA11C GA5 GA7 GA11C

Frequency ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Hz 60 60 60 60 60 60
Maximum (unloading) pressure, compressor
without dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 7!4 7!4 7!4 9!1 9!1 9!1
Maximum (unloading) pressure, compressor
with dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 7!15 7!15 7!15 8!85 8!85 8!85
Nominal working pressure ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 6!9 6!9 6!9 8!6 8!6 8!6
Temperature of air leaving outlet valve (approx!),
compressor without dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 35 35 35 35 35 35
Temperature of air leaving outlet valve (approx!),
compressor with dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 25 25 25 25 25 25
Power input, compressor without dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! kW 6!4 8!9 12!8 6!4 8!9 12!9
Power input, compressor with dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! kW 6!9 9!6 13!7 6!9 9!6 13!8
Oil capacity ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! l 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8
Sound pressure level, compressor without dryer 2) ! dB(A) 61 62 63 61 62 63
Sound pressure level, compressor with dryer"2) ! ! ! dB(A) 61 62 63 61 62 63

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7 3 4 Specifications"of"GA"150"-"175"psi"1)

Compressor type GA5 GA7 GA11C GA5 GA7 GA11C

Frequency ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Hz 60 60 60 60 60 60
Maximum (unloading) pressure, compressor
without dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 10!8 10!8 10!8 12!5 12!5 12!5
Maximum (unloading) pressure, compressor
with dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 10!55 10!55 10!55 12!25 12!25 12!25
Nominal working pressure ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! bar(e) 10!3 10!3 10!3 12 12 12
Temperature of air leaving outlet valve (approx!),
compressor without dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 35 35 35 35 35 35
Temperature of air leaving outlet valve (approx!),
compressor with dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! °C 25 25 25 25 25 25
Power input, compressor without dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! kW 6!5 8!9 13!1 6!5 8!8 13!3
Power input, compressor with dryer ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! kW 7!0 9!6 14!0 7!0 9!5 14!2
Oil capacity ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! l 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8 4!8
Sound pressure level, compressor without dryer 2) dB(A) 61 62 63 61 62 63
Sound pressure level, compressor with dryer"2) ! ! ! dB(A) 61 62 63 61 62 63

7 4 Conversion"list"of"SI"units"into"US/British"units

1 l/s = 2!117 cfm

1 bar = 14!504 psi
1 g = 0!035 oz
1 kg = 2!205 lb
1 km/h = 0!621 mile/h
1 kW = 1!341 hp (UK and US)
1 l = 0!264 US gal
1 l = 0!220 Imp gal (UK)
1 l = 0!035 cu!ft
1 m = 3!281 ft
1 mm = 0!039 in
1 m³/min = 35!315 cfm
1 mbar = 0!401 in water column
1 N = 0!225 lbf
1 Nm = 0!738 lbf!ft
x°C = (32 + 1!8x) °F 3)

Footnotes chapter 7

1) At reference conditions"
2) According to PNEUROP PN8NTC2"2"
3) A temperature difference of 1°C = a temperature difference of 1"8°F"

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8 Instructions for use of air receiver

1! This vessel can contain pressurized air; be aware of its
potential danger in case of misuse!
2! This vessel shall only be used as compressed air/oil
separator and be operated within the specified limits as
mentioned on the data plate!
3! No alterations shall be made to this vessel by welding,
drilling or other methods of mechanical work without
written permission of the manufacturer!
4! Pressure and temperature of this vessel must be clearly
indicated!
5! The safety valve must correspond with pressure surges of
1!1 times the maximum allowable operating pressure! It
should guarantee that the pressure will not permanently
exceed the maximum allowable operating pressure of the
vessel!
6! Use only oil as specified by the manufacturer!
7! This vessel has been designed and built to guarantee an
operational lifetime in excess of 20 years and an infinite
number of pressure load cycles! Therefore, there is no
intrinsic need for in service inspection of the vessel when
used within the design limits and in its intended application!
However, national legislation may require in service
inspection!

9 PED Instructions
Components" subject" to" 97/23/EC" Pressure" Equipment
Directive
Components subject to 97/23/EC Pressure Equipment
Directive greater than or equal to Category II

Part"number Description PED"Class

0830 1007 68 Safety valve IV
0830 1007 70 Safety valve IV
0830 1008 88 Safety valve IV

Overall"rating
The compressors are conform to PED smaller than category I!

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 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued)
14" If the ground is not level or can be subject to variable inclination, 5" Never use flammable solvents or carbon tetrachloride for cleaning
consult Atlas Copco" parts" Take safety precautions against toxic vapours of cleaning
liquids"
15" The electrical connections shall correspond to the local codes" The
units shall be grounded and protected against short circuits by fuses" 6" Scrupulously observe cleanliness during maintenance and repair"
Keep dirt away by covering the parts and exposed openings with a
Operation clean cloth, paper or tape"

1" Air hoses shall be of correct size and suitable for the working pressure" 7" Never weld or perform any operation involving heat near the oil
Never use frayed, damaged or deteriorated hoses" Use only the correct system" Oil tanks must be completely purged, e"g" by steam-cleaning,
type and size of hose end fittings and connections" When blowing before carrying out such operations"
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 Never weld on, or in any way modify, pressure vessels"
fully depressurized before disconnecting it"
Whenever there is an indication or any suspicion that an internal
Never play with compressed air" Do not apply it to your skin or part of a machine is overheated, the machine shall be stopped but no
direct an air stream at people" Never use it to clean dirt from your inspection covers shall be opened before sufficient cooling time
clothes" When using it to clean equipment, do so with extreme caution has elapsed; this to avoid the risk of spontaneous ignition of the oil
and use eye protection" vapour when air is admitted"

2" The compressor is not considered as capable of producing air of Never use a light source with open flame for inspecting the interior
breathing quality" For breathing air quality, the compressed air must of a machine, pressure vessel, etc"
be adequately purified according to local legislation and standards"
8" Make sure that no tools, loose parts or rags are left in or on the unit"
3" Never operate the units when there is a possibility of taking in
flammable or toxic fumes" 9" Before clearing the unit for use after maintenance or overhaul, check
that operating pressures, temperatures and time settings are correct
4" Never operate the units at pressures below or in excess of their limit and that the control and shut-down devices function correctly" If
ratings as indicated on the Principal Data sheet" removed, check that the coupling guard of the compressor drive shaft
has been reinstalled"
5" Keep all bodywork doors shut during operation" The doors may be
opened for short periods only, e"g" to carry out checks" Wear ear 10" Every time the separator element is renewed, examine the discharge
protectors when opening a door" pipe and the inside of the oil separator vessel for carbon deposits; if
excessive, the deposits should be removed"
6" People staying in environments or rooms where the sound pressure
level reaches or exceeds 90 dB(A) shall wear ear protectors" 11" Protect the motor, air filter, electrical and regulating components,
etc" to prevent moisture from entering them, e"g" when steam-cleaning"
7" Periodically check that:
a" All guards are in place and securely fastened 12" Make sure that all sound-damping material, e"g" on the bodywork
b" All hoses and/or pipes inside the unit are in good condition, secure and in the air inlet and outlet systems of the compressor, is in good
and not rubbing condition" If damaged, replace it by genuine Atlas Copco material
c" There are no leaks to prevent the sound pressure level from increasing"
d" All fasteners are tight
e" All electrical leads are secure and in good order 13" Never use caustic solvents which can damage materials of the air
f" Safety valves and other pressure-relief devices are not obstructed net, e"g" polycarbonate bowls"
by dirt or paint
g" Air outlet valve and air net, i"e" pipes, couplings, manifolds, 14" The following safety precautions are stressed when handling
valves, hoses, etc" are in good repair, free of wear or abuse refrigerant:

8" If warm cooling air from compressors is used in air heating systems, a" Never inhale refrigerant vapours" Check that the working area
e"g" to warm up a workroom, take precautions against air pollution is adequately ventilated; if required, use breathing protection"
and possible contamination of the breathing air"
b" Always wear special gloves" In case of refrigerant contact with
9" Do not remove any of, or tamper with, the sound-damping material" the skin, rinse the skin with water" If liquid refrigerant contacts
the skin through clothing, never tear off or remove the latter;
Maintenance flush abundantly with fresh water over the clothing until all
refrigerant is flushed away; then seek medical first aid"
Maintenance and repair work shall only be carried out under supervision
of someone qualified for the job" c" Always wear safety glasses"

1" Use only the correct tools for maintenance and repair work" 15" Protect hands to avoid injury from hot machine parts, e"g" during
draining of oil"
2" Use only genuine spare parts"

3" All maintenance work, other than routine attention, shall only be Note: With stationary machine units driven by an internal combustion
undertaken when the unit is stopped, the main power supply is engine, allowance has to be made for extra safety precautions, e"g" spark
switched off and the machine has cooled down" Take positive arrestors, fuelling care, etc" Consult Atlas Copco"
precaution to ensure that the unit cannot be started inadvertently"

In addition, a warning sign bearing a legend such as #work in

progress; do not start# shall be attached to the starting equipment" All responsibility for any damage or injury resulting from neglecting
these precautions, or by non-observance of ordinary caution and due
4" Before removing any pressurized component, effectively isolate the care required in handling, operating, maintenance or repair, even if
unit from all sources of pressure and relieve the entire system of not expressly mentioned in this book, will be disclaimed by Atlas
pressure" Copco"

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 What sets Atlas Copco apart as a company is our
conviction that we can only excel in what we do if we
provide the best possible know-how and technology to
really help our customers produce, grow and succeed"
There is a unique way of achieving that - we simply
call it the Atlas Copco way" It builds on interaction, on
long-term relationships and involvement in the customers’
process, needs and objectives" It means having the
flexibility to adapt to the diverse demands of the people
we cater for"
It’s the commitment to our customers’ business that
drives our effort towards increasing their productivity
through better solutions" It starts with fully supporting
existing products and continuously doing things better, but
it goes much further, creating advances in technology
through innovation" Not for the sake of technology, but
for the sake of our customer’s bottom line and peace-of-
mind"
That is how Atlas Copco will strive to remain the first
choice, to succeed in attracting new business and to
maintain our position as the industry leader" No! 2920 1471 01 / DC 2004-04

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