Edition: 2.6.

2015 · BA 888-EN

Original Operating Instructions

C-DLR 401 | 501
Compressor

C-Serie
C-Series
Klaue
Claw
Table of contents

Table of contents

1 Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1 Principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Target group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3 Supplier documentation and accompanying documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.5 Directives, standards, laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.6 Symbols and meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.7 Technical terms and meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.8 Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Warning instruction markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3 Designated use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Unacceptable operating modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5 Personal qualifications and training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.6 Safety-conscious work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.7 Safety notes for the operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.8 Safety instructions for installing, commissioning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.9 Guarantee conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3 Transport, storage and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.1 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.1 Unpack and check the delivery condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.2 Lifting and transporting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2.1 Ambient conditions for storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.3 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

4 Set up and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4.1 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1.1 Data plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Areas of application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.1 Preparing for installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.3 Connecting pipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.4 Safety valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.4 Filling with lubricating oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.5 Connecting the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

6 Commissioning and decommissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6.1 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1.1 Checking the rotation direction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.2 Decommissioning/ storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.3 Re-commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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7 Maintenance and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

7.1 Ensuring operational safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.2 Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.2.1 Changing the oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.2.2 Air filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.3 Repair/ Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7.4 Spare parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

8 Malfunctions: Causes and elimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

9 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Foreword

1 Foreword
1.1 Principles

These operating instructions:

• are a part of the following contact free running
claw compressors C-DLR 401 and C-DLR 501.
• describe how to use them safely and properly in
all life phases.
• must be available where the equipment is used.

1.2 Target group

The target group for these instructions is technically

trained specialists.

1.3 Supplier documentation and accompanying documents

Document Contents No.

Operating Instructions BA 888-EN
Supplier documentation Declaration of Conformity C 0079-EN
Declaration of harmlessness 7.7025.003.17
Spare parts' list Spare parts document E 888
Data sheet Technical data and graphs D 888
Info sheet Storage guidelines for machines I 150
Manufacturer’s declaration EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS II) —

1.4 Abbreviations

Fig. Figure
C-DLR Compressor
3
m /h Capacity, volume flow
bar Overpressure

1.5 Directives, standards, laws

See Conformity Declaration

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1.6 Symbols and meaning

Symbol Explanation
Condition, pre-requisite
#### Instructions, action
a), b),... Instructions in several steps
Results
[-> 14] Cross reference with page number
Information, note

Safety symbol
Warns of potential risk of injury
Obey all the safety instructions with this symbol in order to avoid injury
and death..

1.7 Technical terms and meaning

Term Explanation
Machine Compressor and motor combination ready to be connected
Motor Compressor drive motor
Compressor Machine to produce excess pressure
Claw Machine‘s design or active principle
The volume flow specifies how much air or gas volume per time unit is
Volume flow
fed in by a compressor or flows through a pipe.
Final compression pressure Maximum excess pressure that a compressor can produce given as ex-
cess pressure in bars
The noise emitted at a specific loading given as a figure, sound pressure
Noise emission
level dB(A) as per EN ISO 3744.

1.8 Copyright

Passing on or copying this document, using and

providing information on its contents are prohibited
unless expressly permitted. Contraventions will lead
to claims for damages

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Safety

2 Safety
The manufacturer is not responsible for damage if
you do not follow all of this documentation.

2.1 Warning instruction markings

Warning Danger level Consequences if not obeyed

DANGER immediately imminent danger Death, severe bodily injury

WARNING possible imminent danger Death, severe bodily injury

CAUTION possible hazardous situation Slight bodily injury

NOTICE possible hazardous situation Material damage

2.2 General

These operating instructions contain basic instruc-

tions for installation, commissioning, maintenance
and inspection work which must be obeyed to en-
sure the safe operation of the machine and prevent
physical and material damage.
The safety instructions in all sections must be taken
into consideration.
The operating instructions must be read by the
responsible technical personnel/ operator before
installing and commissioning and must be fully un-
derstood. The contents of the operating instructions
must always be available on site for the technical
personnel / operator. Instructions fixed directly onto
the machine must be obeyed and must always re-
main legible. This applies for example to:
• Symbols for connections
• Data and motor data plate
• Instruction and warning plates
The operator is responsible for observing local regu-
lations.

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2.3 Designated use

The machine must only be operated in such areas

as are described in the operating instructions:
• only operate the machine in a technically perfect
condition
• do not operate the machine when it is only par-
tially assembled
• the machine must only be operated at an ambi-
ent temperature and suction temperature of
between 5 and 40°C. Please contact us for
temperatures outside this range.
• the machine may convey, compress or extract
the following media:
• all non-explosive, non-inflammable, non-ag-
gressive and non-poisonous dry gases and
gas air mixtures

2.4 Unacceptable operating modes

• extracting, conveying and compressing explo-

sive, inflammable, aggressive or poisonous me-
dia, e.g. dust as per ATEX zone 20-22, solvents
as well as gaseous oxygen and other oxidants,
water vapour, liquids or solid materials
• must not be operated in rooms that are at risk
of explosion and in Zone 22 dusty atmospheres
that are at risk of explosion
• using the machine in non-commercial plants if
the necessary precautions and protective meas-
ures have not been taken in the plant
• installing in environments that are at risk of ex-
plosions
• using the machine in areas with ionising radia-
tion
• modifications to the machine and accessories

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2.5 Personal qualifications and training

• Ensure that people entrusted with working on

the machine have read and understood these
operating instructions before starting work,
particularly the safety instructions for installation,
commissioning, maintenance and inspection
work.
• Manage the responsibilities, competence and
monitoring of staff
• all work must only be carried out be technical
specialists:
• Installation, commissioning, maintenance
and inspection work
• Working with electricity
• personnel being trained to work on the ma-
chine must be supervised by technical special-
ists only

2.6 Safety-conscious work

The following safety regulations apply in addition

to the safety instructions and intended use listed in
these instructions:
• Accident prevention regulations, safety and op-
erating regulations
• the standards and laws in force

2.7 Safety notes for the operator

• hot parts of the machine must not be accessible

during operation or must be fitted with a guard
• People must not be endangered by the free
extraction or discharge of pumped media
• Risks arising from electrical energy must be
eliminated.
• The machine must not be in touch with inflam-
mable substances.
Danger of fire by hot surfaces, discharge of
pumped media or cooling air

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2.8 Safety instructions for installing, commissioning and maintenance

• The operator will ensure that any installation,

commissioning and maintenance work is car-
ried out by authorised, qualified specialists who
have gained sufficient information by an in-depth
study of the operating instructions.
• Only work on the machine when it is idle and
cannot be switched on again
• Ensure that you follow the procedure for decom-
missioning the machine described in the operat-
ing instructions.
• Fit or start up safety and protective devices
again immediately after finishing work.
• Conversion work or modifications to the ma-
chine are only permissible with the manufactur-
er’s consent.
• Only use original parts or parts approved by the
manufacturer. The use of other parts may invali-
date liability for any consequences arising.
• Keep unauthorised people away from the ma-
chine

2.9 Guarantee conditions

The manufacturer’s guarantee or warranty will no

longer apply in the following cases:
• Improper use
• Not complying with these instructions
• Operation by insufficiently qualified staff
• Using spare parts that have not been approved
by Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
• Unauthorised modifications to the machine or
the accessories supplied by Gardner Denver
Schopfheim GmbH

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Transport, storage and disposal

3 Transport, storage and disposal

3.1 Transportation

3.1.1 Unpack and check the delivery condition

a) Unpack the machine on receipt and check for

transport damage.
b) Notify the manufacturer of transport damage im-
mediately.
c) Dispose of the packaging in accordance with the
local regulations in force.
3.1.2 Lifting and transporting

WARNING

Death or limbs crushed as a result of the items

being transported falling or tipping over

Remember the centre of gravity when transport-

ing with a forklift truck or platform lift truck.
When transporting with the lifting device remem-
ber:
a) Select the lifting device suitable for the total
weight to be transported.
b) Ensure that the machine cannot tip and fall.
c) Do not stop under a suspended load.
d) Put the goods to be conveyed on a horizontal
base.
3 2 1
Lifting device/ Transporting with a crane

WARNING

Bodily injury resulting from improper operation

a) Loads crosswise to the ring level are not per-
mitted.
b) Avoid impact stress.

a) Tighten the eyebolt (Fig. 1/1) and fixing screw

(Fig. 1/3) on the transport shackle (Fig. 1/2)
firmly.
b) The machine must be suspended on the eye-
bolt and the transport shackle using the lifting
device.

Fig. 1 Lifting and transporting

1 Eyebolt
2 Transport shackle
3 Fixing screw

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3.2 Storage

NOTICE

Material damage caused by improper storage.

Ensure that the storage area meets the following

conditions:
a) dust free
b) vibration free

3.2.1 Ambient conditions for storage

Ambient conditions Value

Relative humidity 0% to 80%
Storage temperature -20°C to +70°C

The machine must be stored in a dry environment

with normal air humidity. It should not be stored for
more than 6 months.
see Info „Machine storage guidelines“, Page 4

3.3 Disposal

WARNING

Danger from inflammable, corrosive or poiso-

nous substances.
Machines that come into contact with hazardous
substances must be decontaminated before
disposal.

When disposing ensure the following:

a) Collect oils and grease separately and dispose
of in accordance with the local regulations in
force.
b) Do not mix solvents, cold cleaners and paint
residues.
c) Remove components and dispose of them in
accordance with the local regulations in force.
d) Dispose of the machine in accordance with the
national and local regulations in force.
e) Parts subject to wear and tear (marked as such
in the spare parts list) are special waste and
must be disposed of in accordance with the
national and local waste laws.

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4 Set up and operation

4.1 Setup

Z S

E
E

M H

K I Q P1 N O

P
D

Fig. 2 Compressor C-DLR 401 and C-DLR 501

A Suction M Oil recommendation plate
B Pressure connection N Data plate
D Safety valve O Direction of rotation arrow
E Cooling air inlet P Drive motor
F Cooling air outlet P1 Motor data plate
H Oil filling point Q hot surfaces > 70°C
I Oil sight glass S Suction filter
K Oil discharge point with magnet Z Intake silencer

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4.1.1 Data plate

1 Type/ Size (mechanical version)

6 1 2 3 4 5
2 Serial number
3 Year of construction
SN: SC10128914001 / 2015
4 Item no.
compressor
C-DLR 501 (01) ID:1028590111 5 Capacity
2,0 bar 500 m³/h
6 Overpressure

EN 60034
7 Speed
S1 100% 30,0 kW 2960/min
Made in Germany / Roggenbachstrasse 58 D-79650 Schopfheim / www.gd-elmorietschle.com 8 Motor output
9 Operating mode
9 8 7

Fig. 3 Data plate

4.2 Description

The C-DLR 401 and C-DLR 501 models has a connecting thread on the pressure side and an intake silencer
on the suction side. The incoming air is cleaned by a filter cartridge.
The C-DLR 401 and C-DLR 501 are double shaft rotary piston compressors in which the claws roll off
against each other contact free and dry. The counter-rotating claw rotors are synchronised by a gear pair in
the gearbox. The synchronous gearbox gear wheels and the bearing on the motor side are lubricated with
oil. These components are in a gearbox that also contains the oil supply. Oil conveying devices always en-
sure that the bearings and the gear wheels are sufficiently supplied with oil at all permissible speeds.
The gearbox and the compression chamber are separated from each other by special seals. The gearbox is
sealed from the outside with shaft seals and O rings, the compressor chamber with piston rings. Between
them there is also another atmospherically ventilated area which can be loaded with sealing gas (special ver-
sion).
The C-DLR 401 and C-DLR 501 are encapsulated by an insulating hood. In order to dissipate compression
heat, the cooling air is sucked through between the machine and the hood using drum fan that sucks in the
fresh cooling air (Fig. 2/E) and discharges the heated air out of the cooling air outlet (Fig. 2/F).
The C-DLR 401 and C-DLR 501 are driven by standard flanged three phase motors via a coupling.
To protect against overload a safety valve (Fig. 2/D) is fitted as standard.

4.3 Areas of application

This contact free running claw compressors C-DLR are suitable for creating excess pressure between 0 and
the maximum limit (in bars) given on the data plate Fig. 2/N). Constant operation is permissible.
The compressor have flow rates of 400 m3/h and 500 m3/h at 50 Hz. The load limits (bars) on the pressure
side are given on the data plate (N). Data sheet D 888 shows the dependency of the flow rate on the excess
pressures.
If the unit is switched on more frequently (at regular intervals of about 10 times an hour) or at
higher ambient temperatures and intake temperatures, the excess temperature limit of the motor
winding and the bearings may be exceeded.Please contact the manufacturer should the unit be
used under such conditions.
If it is installed in the open air the unit must be protected from environmental influences, (e.g. by a
protective roof).

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Installation

5 Installation
5.1 Preparing for installation

Check the following points:

• Machine freely accessible from all sides
• Do not close ventilation grids and holes
• Sufficient room for installing and removing pipes
and for maintenance work, particularly for install-
ing and dismantling the machine
• No external vibration effects
• Do not suck any hot exhaust air from other ma-
chines into the cooling system.

The oil filling point (Fig. 2/H), oil sight glass (Fig. 2/I) and the oil outlets (Fig. 2/K) must be easily
accessible. The cooling air inlets (Fig. 2/E) and the cooling air outlets (Fig. 2/F) must be at least
30 cm away from adjacent walls. Cooling air coming out must not be sucked in again.
For maintenance work there must be a minimum of 40 cm in front of the inlet filter (Fig. 2/S) and
the inlet silencer (Fig. 2/Z).

5.2 Installation

NOTICE

The machine may only be operated when it is

set up horizontally.

Material damage resulting from the machine

tipping over and falling.

When installed at more than 1000 m above sea

level a reduction in power is noticeable. In this
case we would ask you to contact us.

The C-DLR 401 and C-DLR 501 must not be

operated without covering plates.

Ensure that the foundation complies with the

following conditions:
• Level and straight
• The bearing surface must be designed to be
able to take the weight of the machine.

It is possible to install the machine on a firm base without anchoring. When installing on a sub-
structure we recommend fixing with flexible buffers.

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5.3 Connecting pipes

a) Pressure connection at (Fig. 2/B).

NOTICE

Material damage resulting from the forces and

torques of the pipes on the unit being too high.
Only screw pipes in by hand.

The compressor volume flow is reduced if the

pressure pipe is too narrow and/or too long.

b) Check to ensure the pressure line is connected

correctly.

NOTICE

Length of the connection pipes

With connection pipes that have the same pipe
cross section as the machine connection and are
more than 3m long, a non-return valve especially
for the purpose must be installed in order to avoid
reverse operation when the machine has stopped.

5.4 Safety valve

As a protection against overload a safety valve

(Fig. 2/D) is installed as standard.

NOTICE

Do not operate without the standard safety

valve
If the permissible final compression pressure is
exceeded (see data plate) the machine may be
damaged.

The safety valve is a part that is subject to

wear and must be replaced after 10,000 hours
or after no more than 2 years

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5.4 Filling with lubricating oil

a) Fill the lubricating oil (for suitable types see

“Maintenance”) for the gear wheels and oil fill-
ing point (Fig. 2/H) up to the middle of the sight
glasses (Fig. 2/I).
b) Close the oil filling point.
5.5 Connecting the motor

DANGER

Danger of death if the electrical installation has

not been done professionally.
The electrical installation must only be done by a
qualified electrician observing EN 60204. The
operating company has to provide the main
switch.

a) The motor‘s electrical data is given on the data

plate (Fig. 2/N) or on the motor data plate (Fig. 2/
P1). The motors comply with DIN EN 60034
and are in protection class IP 55 and insulation
class F. The appropriate connection diagram is
located in the motor‘s terminal box (not for the
plug connection version). The motor data must
be compared with the data of the existing mains
network (current type, voltage, network frequen-
cy, permitted current value).
b) Connect the motor via the plug connection or
the motor protection switch (for safety reasons,
a motor protection switch is required and the
connecting cable must be installed via a cable
fitting to provide strain relief).
We recommend using motor protection switches
with delayed switch off, depending on possible
excess current. Temporary excess current may
occur when the machine is started cold.

NOTICE

Power supply
The conditions at the installation location must match
the information on the motor data plate.
Without derating the following is permissible:
• ± 5% Voltage deviation
• ± 2% Frequency deviation

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6 Commissioning and decommissioning

6.1 Commissioning

WARNING

Improper use
May lead to severe or fatal injuries. Therefore be
sure to obey the safety instructions.

CAUTION

Hot surfaces
When the machine is at operating temperature the
surface temperatures on the components (Fig. 2/
Q) may go above 70°C.
You must avoid touching the hot surfaces (mar-
ked with warning plates).

CAUTION

Noise emission
The highest noise pressure levels measured as
per EN ISO 3744 are given in Section 9.
When spending a long time in the vicinity of the
running machine use ear protectors to avoid
permanent damage to your hearing.

NOTICE

Wait until the machine stops

The machine must only be switched on again
after it stops.

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6.1.1 Checking the rotation direction

The intended direction of rotation of the drive

shaft is shown by the rotary direction arrow
(Fig. 2/O).
a) Start the motor briefly (max. two seconds) to
check the direction of rotation. When looking at
the motor fan, it must rotate anti-clockwise.

NOTICE

Incorrect direction of rotation

Operating in the wrong direction of rotation leads
to damage to the machine.
Use a phase sequence indicator to check the direc-
tion of rotation (clockwise rotating field).

6.2 Decommissioning/ storing

Stop the machine

a) Switch the machine off.
b) If available close the cut off device in the suction
and pressure pipe.
c) Disconnect the machine from the electricity
source.
d) Depressurise the machine:
Open the pipes slowly.
The pressure reduces slowly.
e) Remove the pipes and hoses.
f) Seal the connections for suction and discharge
nozzles with adhesive foil.
see also Section 3.2.1, Page 11
6.3 Re-commissioning

a) Check the condition of the machine (cleanliness,

cabling etc.).
For installation see Section 5 Page 14
For commissioning see Section 6.1 Page 17

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7 Maintenance and repair

DANGER

Danger of death from touching live parts.

Before maintenance work disconnect the machine
by pressing the main switch or unplugging it and
ensure that it cannot be turned on again.

WARNING

Hot surfaces
During maintenance work there is the danger of
getting burnt on hot components (Fig. 2/Q) of the
machine.
Wait for the machine to cool down.

7.1 Ensuring operational safety

Regular maintenance work must be carried out in order to ensure operational safety.
Maintenance intervals also depend on the operational demands on the machine.
With any work observe the safety instructions described in Section 2.8 “Safety notes for installation, com-
missioning and maintenance”.
The whole unit should always be kept in a clean condition.

7.2 Maintenance work

Interval Maintenance to be carried out Section

monthly Check the pipes and screws for leaks and to ensure they are —
seated properly and if necessary seal again or tighten up.
monthly Check the terminal box and cable inlet holes for leaks and if —
necessary re-seal.
monthly Clean the safety valve and ventilation slots on the machine —
and the motor cooling ribs.
10,000 h Replace the safety valve —
monthly Check the oil level 7.2.1
20,000 h Changing the oil
monthly/ every 6 months Clean or replace filter cartridge 7.2.2
depending on how dirty the Clean the micro filter
discharged medium is

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7.2.1 Changing the oil

M H

K I

Fig. 3 Changing the oil

NOTICE
H Oil filling point
Always change the oil when the machine is at
I Oil sight glass operating temperature and in an atmospherically
K Oil discharge point ventilated area.
If it is not completely emptied the amount that can
M Oil recommendation plate be refilled is reduced.

The waste oil must be disposed of in compliance with

the local environmental protection regulations.
If you are going to use another oil type, empty the
oil removing device housing and oil cooler com-
pletely.

The oil level in the sight glasses (Fig. 3/I) must be

checked every month.
The machine must be switched off and vented to at-
mospheric pressure to top up the oil.With clean op-
erations the oil must be changed after every 20,000
operating hours.
The oil viscosity must comply with ISO VG 150 as
per DIN 51519.
Designation as per DIN 51502: CLP HC 150.
We recommend the following oil brand: GEAR-
LUBE 150 or equivalent oils by other manufacturers
(also see oil recommendation plate (Fig. 3/M)).

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7.2.2 Air filtering

m2 NOTICE

Insufficient maintenance on the air filter

The power of the machine lessens and damage may
occur to the machine.

The filter cartridge (Fig. 4/f2) for the suction filter

(Fig. 2/S) must be cleaned monthly or more often
depending on the level of contamination by purging
from the inside outwards. In spite of cleaning the
filter its separation efficiency will continue to deterio-
rate. Therefore the filter should be replaced every six
months.
The filter cartridge (Fig. 4/f2) can be removed after
undoing the tension clamps (Fig. 4/m2).
g2
NOTICE

Do not damage the filter cartridges when cleaning

f2 them.

Fig. 4 Suction filter

f2 Filter cartridge
g2 Filter cover
m2 Tension clamp

WARNING
1 Danger of injury when dealing with com-
pressed air.
When blowing through with compressed air, solid
particles may be carried along or powder dust swir-
ling around may cause injury to the eyes.
Therefore, when cleaning with compressed air always
wear goggles and a dust mask.
2

Fig. 5 Purging filter cartridge

1 Filter cartridge
2 Compressed air

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7.3 Repair/ Service

a) For on site repair work the motor must be
disconnected from the mains by a qualified
electrician so that it cannot be started up again
accidentally. For repairs use the manufacturer,
its branch offices or authorised dealers. Please
contact the manufacturer for the address of the
service centre responsible for you (see Manufac-
turer‘s address).

NOTICE

For each machine that is sent to an Elmo Rietschle

Service centre for inspection, maintenance or
repair, a fully completed, signed declaration of
harmlessness must be enclosed.
The declaration of harmlessness is part of the
supplier‘s documentation.

b) After a repair or re-commissioning, the actions

listed under „Installation“ and „Commissioning“
must be carried out as for initial commissioning.

Fig. 6 Clearance certificate 7025.003.17

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7.4 Spare parts

Order spare parts in accordance with the:

• Spare parts list:

E 888 ➝ C-DLR 401 / C-DLR 501
• Download the PDF file
http://www.gd-elmorietschle.com
➝ Downloads
➝ Product Documents
➝ C-Series ➝ Spare Parts
• Parts subject to wear and gaskets are indi-
cated separately on the list
• Web site:
http://www.service-er.de
• Select the type, size and design.

NOTICE

Only use original spare parts or parts approved by

the manufacturer. The use of other parts may lead
Fig. 7 Spare parts list (example) to malfunctions and invalidate liability or the gua-
rantee for any consequences arising.

Fig. 8 Web site

http://www.service-er.de

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Malfunctions: Causes and elimination

8 Malfunctions: Causes and elimination

Fault Cause Troubleshooting Important

Machine is switched Mains voltage/ Frequency Check by qualified electrician Section 5.5
off by the motor pro- does not correspond with the
tection switch motor data
Connection to motor terminal
board is not correct
Motor protection switch is not
set correctly
Motor protection switch is Use a motor protection switch
triggered too quickly with an overload-dependent
delayed switch off that takes
into consideration the short
term excess current at start
up (version with short circuit
and overload trigger as per
VDE 0660 Part 2 orIEC 947-4)
The safety valve is dirty so Clean or replace the safety Section 7.2
that the permissible pressure valve Section 7.4
is exceeded.
Blowing capacity is The suction filter is dirty Clean or replace the suction Section 7.2.2
insufficient filter Section 7.4
The pressure line is too long Check the hose or the pipe Section 5.3
or too narrow
Machine or system leaking Check the pipework and Section 7.2
screw connections for leaks
and to ensure that they are
firmly seated.

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Fault Cause Troubleshooting Important

Final pressure (max. Machine or system leaking Check the pipework and Section 7.2
excess pressure) has screw connections for leaks
not been reached and to ensure that they are
firmly seated.
Driving power selection too Use next largest motor output Data sheet
low D 887
Machine gets too hot Ambient or intake temperature Ensure it is being used prop- Section 2.3
is too high erly
Cooling air supply is ob- Check environmental condi- Section 5.1
structed tions
Clean ventilation slots Section 7.2
The safety valve is dirty so Clean or replace the safety Section 7.2
that the permissible pressure valve Section 7.4
is exceeded.
The machine makes Deposits on the rotary piston Clean the working space and Elmo Rietschle
a abnormal noise the rotary piston Service
The safety valve is vibrating Replace the valve Section 7.4

Please contact Elmo Rietschle Service for other malfunctions or those that cannot be eliminated.

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Technical Data

9 Technical Data

C-DLR 401 501

Sound pressure level (max.) 50 Hz 86

EN ISO 3744 dB(A)
Tolerance± 3 dB(A) 60 Hz 87

50 Hz 101
Sound power level dB(A)
60 Hz 102

Weight * kg 576

Length * mm 1359

Width mm 747

Height mm 1128

Pressure connection G3

Correct amount of oil l 1,85

* The length and the weight may differ from the information listed here depending on the motor manufac-
turer.

You will find more technical data on the data sheet

D 888.

• Download the PDF file:

D 888 ➝ C-DLR 401 / C-DLR 501
• Download the pdf file
http://www.gd-elmorietschle.com
➝ Downloads
➝ Product Documents
➝ C-Series ➝ Data Sheets

NOTICE

Subject to technical changes.

Fig. 9 Data sheet (example)

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er.de@gardnerdenver.com

Gardner Denver
Schopfheim GmbH
Roggenbachstraße 58
79650 Schopfheim · Deutschland
Tel. +49 7622 392-0
Fax +49 7622 392-300

Elmo Rietschle is a brand of

Gardner Denver‘s Industrial Products
Division and part of Blower Operations.
 EC - declaration of conformity 2006/42/EC
Hereby the manufacturer Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH
confirms: Postfach 1260
D-79642 Schopfheim
that the machine: compressor
of the: Series: C-DLR
Type: C-DLR 60, C-DLR 100, C-DLR 120,
C-DLR 150, C-DLR 250, C-DLR 300,
C-DLR 400, C-DLR 500
C-DLR 301, C-DLR 401, C-DLR 501
is conform to the regulations of the guideline indicated above.

The following harmonized and national standards and specifications are applied:
EN 1012-1:2010 Compressors and vacuum pumps — Safety requirements — Part 1:
Compressors

These declarations of conformity are invalid when the machine has been modified without prior ap-
proval by us and the approval has been documented in writing.

Name and address of the EC person in Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH

charge for documentation Postfach 1260
D-79642 Schopfheim

Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH

Schopfheim, 1.3.2015

Dr. Friedrich Justen, Director Engineering

C_0079_EN
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Gardner Denver Schopfheim GmbH

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filled in correctly and completely.
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with proof that they have been cleaned properly.
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components came into contact:
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