Le 15

Atlas Copco Stationary Air Compressors
LE/LT15, -22, -40, -55, -75, -110, -150

LF15, -22, -40, -55, -75
Instruction Book
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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 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 4.2 Preventive maintenance schedule for the
1 Leading particulars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
1.1 General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4.3 Lubrication of LE/LT compressors . . . . . . . . . . . 35
1.1.1 Compressor variants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4.4 Service kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
1.2 Air flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2.1 LE/LF15 up to -40, LE55 and 5 Servicing and adjustment procedures . . . . . . . . . . 36
LE75 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5.1 Unloader or check valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
1.2.2 LE75 60 Hz, LE110/150, LF55/75 and 5.2 Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
LT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5.3 Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
1.3 Regulating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5.4 Adjustment MDR4 pressure switch . . . . . . . . . . 37
1.3.1 LE/LF/LT15 up to -55 with DOL starter . . 3 5.5 Adjustment MDR5/6 pressure switch . . . . . . . . . 39
1.3.2 LE/LT40 up to -150, LF40 up to -75, 5.6 Adjustment pilot valve on Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . 39
each with Y/D starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 5.7 Safety valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
1.3.3 LE/LF/LT Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 5.8 Relief valve on LF55/75, LE75 up to -150
and LT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
2 Installation and handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 6 Problem solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
2.1 Dimension drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.2 Installation proposals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 7 Principal data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
2.2.1 LE/LF/LT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 7.1 Reference conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
2.2.2 LE/LF/LT Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 7.2 Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
2.3 Electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 7.3 Compressor data for LE 10 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
2.4 Settings of overload relay - fuses - cable size . . 30 7.3.1 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
2.4.1 Settings of overload relay - fuses of 7.3.2 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
compressors with DOL starter . . . . . . . . . 30 7.4 Compressor data for LF 10 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
2.4.2 Settings of overload relay - fuses of 7.4.1 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
compressors with Y-D starter . . . . . . . . . 31 7.4.2 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
2.4.3 Cable size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 7.5 Compressor data for LT 15 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
2.5 Pictographs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 7.5.1 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
7.5.2 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3 Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 7.6 Compressor data for LT 20 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3.1 Initial start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 7.6.1 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3.2 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 7.6.2 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.3 Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 7.7 Compressor data for LT 30 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.4 Taking out of operation at end of compressor 7.7.1 50 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
service life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 7.7.2 60 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
4 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 8 Conversion list of SI units into US/British units . . 48

4.1 Petrol engine maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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1 Leading particulars A silencing canopy (1-Fig. 1.13) is available as an option.

The canopy has a hinged top to allow easy access for
maintenance.
1.1 General description
The Unsilenced Pack Unit (Fig. 1.8) is a fully operational
LE, LF and LT are air-cooled, single-acting piston unit mounted on a frame (no air receiver). A silencing hood
compressors. LE and LT are lubricated compressors; LF are can be added as an option
oil-less compressors which deliver oil-free air. LF15 up to
LF40, LE15 up to LE55 and LE75 50 Hz are single-stage LE, LF and LT Trolley units (Figs. 1.15 and 1.16) are mobile
compressors; LE75 60 Hz, LE110/150, LF55/75 and LT are compressors. They are equipped with either a directly flanged
two-stage compressors. electric motor (LE/LF/LT ETROL Fig. 1.15) or a petrol engine
(LE/LF/LT PETROL Fig. 1.16). The compressors have two
LE/LF/LT15 up to -55 and LE/LT75 50 Hz are two-cylinder outlet connections:
compressors, LE/LT75 60 Hz, LF75, LE/LT110-150 are three- - a connection for compressed air at working pressure
cylinder compressors. - a connection for compressed air at reduced pressure via a
pressure regulator
Note: Take care that three-cylinder compressors rotate in the
direction as indicated by the arrow on the fan housing (counter-
clockwise seen from fan cowl side).
LE/LF are built for effective working pressures up to 10 bar.

LT are built for effective working pressures up to 30 bar (LT15
only for 15 and 20 bar).
1.2 Air flow
1.2.1 LE/LF15 up to -40, LE55 and LE75 50 Hz

(Fig. 1.10)
1.1.1 Compressor variants
Air drawn through air filter (AF) and inlet silencer (1) into
The Compressor Block (Fig. 1.1) includes: cylinders (3) is compressed, then discharged through cooler
- Crankcase (4) and cylinders (6) piping (4) and (6) and check valve (CV) into air receiver (AR).
- Air inlet filter (AF) and inlet silencer (3)
- Fan (FN)
- Air cooler piping (2) and (5) 1.2.2 LE75 60 Hz, LE110/150, LF55/75 and LT
- Unloader (7, as standard on LE/LF/LT40 up to -75, LE/ (Fig. 1.11)
LT110 and LE150)
- Interstage relief valve (8, for LF55/75, LE75 60Hz, LE110/ Air drawn through air filter (AF) and inlet silencer (1) into LP
150 and LT) (low-pressure) cylinder(s) (7) is compressed, then discharged
to HP (high-pressure) cylinder (8) via intercooler (10).
The Power Pack comprises (Figs. 1.2/1.3):
- For LE/LF/LT15 and -22: the Compressor Block as The air is further compressed and discharged through cooler
described above, with flanged-on electric motor (M), check piping (6) and check valve (CV) into air receiver (AR).
valve (CV-Fig. 1.4) and air pressure switch with on/off
switches (13-Fig. 1.4).
- For LE/LF/LT40 up to -75, LT/LF110-150: the
Compressor Block as described above, with flanged-on
electric motor (M) and solenoid valve (Y1-Fig. 1.6).
1.3 Regulating system
The Complete Unit comprises:
- For LE/LF/LT15 and -22: the Power Pack mounted on a 1.3.1 LE/LF/LT15 up to -55 with DOL starter
horizontal (Fig. 1.4) or vertical (Fig. 1.5) air receiver (AR) (Fig. 1.10)
with air outlet valve (AV), pressure gauge (Gp), safety valve
(SV), air pressure switch with on/off switches (13) and The regulating system includes:
condensate drain valve (Dm). - Check valve (CV)
- For LE/LF/LT40 up to -75, LE/LT110-150 (Fig. 1.6/1.7): - Air pressure switch (MDR) with pressure release valve
the Power Pack mounted on an air receiver (AR) with air (2) and on/off switches (5).
outlet valve (AV), pressure gauge (Gp), safety valve (SV)
and condensate drain valve (Dm). An electric cubicle (6) Operation
includes the motor starter. A separate air pressure switch Air pressure switch (MDR) opens and closes its contacts at
(13) is provided. pre-set pressures. During loaded operation, the contacts are
closed: the motor is running.
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3 AF 1
6 10 1 AF
3
9
8
8
2 2 M
4 FN
FN
50949F
7
4 5 7
50948F Fig. 1.2 Example of Power Pack with unloading valve

5
Fig. 1.1 Example of Compressor Block with unloading

valve
10 1 AF 3 AF Air filter
DP Oil drain plug
FN Fan
M Motor
SG Oil level sight-glass
M 1 Cover
2 Intercooler
3 Air inlet silencer
4 Crankcase
FN 5 Cooling pipe
6 Cylinder
50973F 7 Unloader
8 Relief valve
9 HP cylinder
10 LP cylinder
DP SG 4
Figs. 1.1 up to 1.3 General views, Compressor Block -
Fig. 1.3 Example of Power Pack Power Pack
When the pressure in the air receiver reaches the pre-set When the pressure in the air receiver decreases to the pre-set
maximum pressure, the contacts as well as pressure release minimum pressure, the contacts of the air pressure switch close
valve (2) are opened. The motor stops, the air at the delivery and pressure release valve (2) closes. The motor restarts and
side of the compressor is vented to atmosphere and check valve compressed air is supplied to the receiver again.
(CV) closes to prevent venting of the receiver.
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10 3 1 AF SV
3 AF 1
13 M
M AV
CV Gp
13
9
AR
Gp
SV
50950F Dm
AR
Fig. 1.4 Complete Unit, LT15/22, horizontal receiver
(standard receiver is 120l) 9
AV
1 AF 3
2 M Y1 13 P1
6
7 Dm
Gp
AV 50951F
Fig. 1.5 Complete Unit, LE/LT15/22/40, vertical receiver

(standard receiver is 250l)
50952F AR Dm
Fig. 1.6 Complete Unit, LE/LT75 60 Hz, LF75 and

LE/LT110-150 (standard receiver is 250l)
AC Air cooler P1 Hourmeter, running time 7 Unloader

AF Air filter SV Safety valve 8 Relief valve
AR Air receiver Y1 Loading solenoid valve 9 Pictograph, switch off voltage and
AV Air outlet valve 1 Cover depressurize before maintenance or repair
CV Check valve 2 Blow-off silencer 10 LP cylinder
Dm Condensate drain valve 3 Air inlet silencer 11 HP cylinder
FC Filler cap 4 Dewpoint indicator 12 DD filter
FN Fan 5 Cooling pipe 13 Air pressure switch with on/off switches
Gp Air pressure gauge 6 Electric cabinet 14 PD filter
M Motor 15 CD dryer
Figs. 1.4 up to 1.9 General views
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12 4 15
M 7 13 P1
6
14 2
Gp
AV
50954F AR AC Dm
Fig. 1.9 LE/LF/LT with CD dryer

D 0656
Fig. 1.7 Complete Unit, LT75 60 Hz and LT110
1.3.2 LE/LT40 up to -150, LF40 up to -75, each with

Y/D starter (Fig. 1.11)
The regulating system includes:

- Electric cubicle (11)
- Air pressure switch (MDR)
AF 1 3 - On/off switch (5)
- Solenoid valve (Y1)
- Unloader (UA) with integrated check valve (CV)
FC
Operation
M
Air pressure switch (MDR) opens and closes its contacts at
SV pre-set pressures. During loaded operation, the contacts are
13 closed: the motor is running and solenoid valve (Y1) is
energized preventing the compressed air from flowing to
7 Gp unloader (UA).
When the pressure in the air receiver reaches the pre-set

9 maximum pressure, the contacts of pressure switch (MDR)
open. The motor stops and solenoid valve (Y1) is de-
50953F energized. Compressed air from the receiver will flow via the
solenoid valve to plunger (12) which causes unloading valve
(UV) to open. The air at the delivery side of the compressor
is blown through silencer (9) to atmosphere and check valve
Fig. 1.8 Unsilenced pack (CV) closes to prevent venting of the receiver.
When the pressure in the air receiver decreases to the pre-set

minimum pressure, the contacts of the pressure switch close.
The motor restarts and, after switching over from star to delta,
solenoid valve (Y1) is energized. Control air from the unloader
plunger chamber is vented to atmosphere. Unloading valve
(UV) closes and compressed air is supplied to the receiver
again.
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Fig. 1.10 Air flow of LE and regulating system of LE/LF/LT15 up to -55 with DOL starter and separate air pressure switch
Fig. 1.11 Air flow of LT and regulating system of LE/LT40 up to -110, LE150 and LF55/75 with Y/D starter and electric
cabinet
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Fig. 1.12 Air flow of LE Trolley and regulating system of LE/LF/LT Trolley
AF Air filter MDR Air pressure switch 4 Cooler

AR Air receiver PD Pulsation damper 5 On/off switch
AV Air outlet valve RV Pilot valve 6 Cooling pipe
AV1/2 Air outlet valves SG Oil level sight-glass 7 LP cylinder
CV Check valve SV Safety valve 8 HP cylinder
Dm Condensate drain valve UA Unloader 9 Blow-off silencer
DP Oil drain plug UV Unloading valve 10 Intercooler
FC Oil filler cap Y1 Loading solenoid valve 11 Electric cabinet
FN Fan 1 Air inlet silencer 12 Plunger
Gp Air pressure gauge 2 Pressure release valve 13 Spring
M Motor 3 Cylinder 14 Pressure regulator
Figs. 1.10 up to 1.12 Air flow and regulating systems
1.3.3 LE/LF/LT Trolley (Fig. 1.12) Operation

Pilot valve (RV) opens and closes at pre-set pressures. During
The regulating system includes: loaded operation, pilot valve (RV) is closed preventing the
- Pilot valve (RV) compressed air from flowing to unloader (UA).
- Unloader (UA) with integrated check valve (CV)
- Electric cabinet (11) (only on electric motor driven Trolley When the pressure in the pulsation dampers (PD) reaches the
compressors) pre-set maximum pressure, pilot valve (RV) will open.
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Compressed air from the pulsation dampers will flow to When the pressure in the pulsation dampers decreases to the
plunger (12) which causes unloading valve (UV) to open. The pre-set minimum pressure, the pilot valve closes. Control air
air at the delivery side of the compressor is blown through from the unloader plunger chamber is vented to atmosphere.
silencer (9) to atmosphere and check valve (CV) closes to Unloading valve (UV) closes and compressed air is supplied
prevent venting of the pulsation dampers. The compressor to the pulsation dampers again.
runs unloaded.
1 6 5 AF 1 3
Me
3 4
2
50957F
AV PD UA Dm
Dm 50955F Fig. 1.15 LE/LF/LT ETROL
Fig. 1.13 Optional silencing hood
Mp 7 1 5 AF
6
2
1
4
Gp
3
50958F
AV1
Dm RV PD
4 Fig. 1.16 LE/LF/LT PETROL
2
50956F
Fig. 1.14 Pack compressor with optional silencing hood AF Air filter UA Unloader
AV1 Air outlet valve 1 Lifting yoke
Dm Condensate drain 2 Cylinder
AV Air outlet valve valve 3 Towing handle
Dm Condensate drain valve Gp Air pressure gauge 4 Blow-off silencer
1 Silencing hood (standard option) Me Electric motor 5 Cover
2 Electric cabinet Mp Petrol motor 6 Air inlet silencer
3 On/off switch PD Pulsation damper 7 Fuel tank
4 Air pressure switch with on/off switches RV Pilot valve
Figs. 1.13 and 1.14 Pack - silencing hood Figs. 1.15 and 1.16 LE/LF/LT E Trolley
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2 Installation and handling

2.1 Dimension drawings
Fig. 2.1 Dimension drawing, LE/LT15 up to -40 and LF15/22 Power Pack
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Fig. 2.2 Dimension drawing, LE/LT55/75 and LF40/55 Power Pack
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Fig. 2.3 Dimension drawing, LE/LT15 up to -40 and LF15/22 Complete Unit (horizontal 120 l receiver)
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Fig. 2.4 Dimension drawing, LT15 up to -40 Complete Unit (vertical 250 l receiver)
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Fig. 2.5 Dimension drawing, LE/LT40 Complete Unit (horizontal 250/475 l receiver)
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Fig. 2.6 Dimension drawing, LE/LT55/75 and LF40/55 Complete Unit (horizontal 250/475 l receiver)
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Fig. 2.7 Dimension drawing, LE/LT15 up to -40 and LF15/22 Complete Unit with optional silencing hood
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Fig. 2.8 Dimension drawing, LE/LT55/75 and LF40/55 Complete Unit with optional silencing hood
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Fig. 2.9 Dimension drawing, LE/LF/LT Pack with optional silencing hood
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Fig. 2.10 Dimension drawing, LE/LT15 up to -40 Unsilenced Pack
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Fig. 2.11 Dimension drawing, LE/LT55/75 and LF40/55 Unsilenced Pack
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Fig. 2.12 Dimension drawing, LE/LT15 up to -150 with CD dryer
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Fig. 2.13 Dimension drawing, LE/LF/LT Trolley with electrical motor
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Fig. 2.14 Dimension drawing, LE/LT75 up to -150 and LF75 Power Pack
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Fig. 2.15 Dimension drawing, LE/LT75 up to -150 and LF75 Complete Unit (horizontal 250/475 l receiver)
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2.2 Installation proposals
Fig. 2.16 Installation proposal for Complete Unit (120 l receiver)
Fig. 2.17 Installation proposal for Complete Unit (250/475 l receiver)
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Fig. 2.18 Installation proposal for Complete Unit (vertical

250 l receiver)
Fig. 2.19 Installation proposal for Complete Unit with

optional silencing hood
Fig. 2.20 Installation proposal for Pack compressors Figs. 2.16 up to 2.20 Installation proposals
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2.2.1 LE/LF/LT
S1 F1 K1 K3 K2 P1
Install the compressor horizontally, in a cool but frost-free
and well-ventilated room. Place the compressor as level as
possible; however, LE/LT can be operated with an angular
deviation below 22.5 degrees in any direction, LF can operate
with any angular deviation, in any direction. The air should
be clean.
A Pack Unit must be installed away from walls to allow easy

maintenance. Keep the ventilation openings free.
It is recommended to install an automatic condensate drain

(available as an option) on the air receiver to ensure continuous
condensate removal.
50959F
X1
2.2.2 LE/LF/LT Trolley

F1 Fuse
- The compressors are equipped with a lifting eye or yoke K1 Line contactor with integrated Y-D timer
(1-Figs. 1.15 and 1.16). K2 Star contactor
- When running, the compressor must be installed as level K3 Delta contactor
as possible; however, it can be operated temporarily in an P1 Hourmeter, running hours
out-of-level position not exceeding 15 degrees. Keep the X1 Terminal strip
compressor in a frost-free and well-ventilated place. S1 On/off switch
Fig. 2.21 Electric cabinet
2.3 Electrical connections
The electrical installation must be carried out by an electrician

and correspond to the local codes.
F1/3 Fuses
The indications on the motor data plate must correspond to F4 Overload relay
the mains supply voltage and frequency. The installation must K1 Line contactor
include an isolating switch in the power line near to the unit K2 Star contactor
and be protected against short-circuits by fuses in each phase. K3 Delta contactor
See section 2.4. M Compressor motor
MDR Air pressure switch
The mains supply and earthing lines must be of suitable size. P1 Hourmeter, running hours
See section 2.4. S1 On/off switch
T1 Transformer
For DOL starters, connect the power supply cables as shown Y1 Loading solenoid valve
on Figs. 2.22/2.23. For Y/D starters, connect the power supply X1 Terminal strip
cables to strip (X1-Fig. 2.21) as shown on Figs. 2.24/2.26.
Check the setting of the overload relay. See section 2.4. Figs. 2.22 up to 2.26 Electrical diagrams (see pages 28-29)
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Fig. 2.22 Electrical diagram of single-phase LE/LF/LT with Fig. 2.23 Electrical diagram of 3-phase LE/LF/LT15 up to -
direct-on-line starter 55 with direct-on-line starter
Fig. 2.24 Electrical diagram of 3-phase LE/LT40 up to -110, LE150 and LF40 up to -75 with star-delta starter
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Fig. 2.25 Electrical diagram of 3-phase LE/LT40 up to -110, LE150 and LF40 up to -75 with transformer and star-delta starter
Fig. 2.26 Electrical diagram of 3-phase LE/LT40 up to -110, LE150 and LF40 up to -75 with star-delta starter and CD dryer
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2.4 Settings of overload relay - fuses - cable size
2.4.1 Settings of overload relay - fuses of compressors with DOL starter
50 Hz
Type Voltage Overload relay Fuses

(V) (A) (A)
LE/LF/LT15 230 (1-phase) 10.7 16

LE/LF/LT15 230 6.7 10
LE/LF/LT15 400 4.1 10
LE15 500 3.5 10
LE/LF/LT22 230 9.3 16

LE/LF/LT22 400 5.6 10
LE/LF/LT40 230 15.7 25

LE/LF/LT40 400 9.3 16
LE/LF/LT55 230 20.3 25

LE/LF/LT55 400 12.0 25
LT75 400 14.7 63
60 Hz

(V) (A) (A)
LE/LT15 230 (1-phase) 11.7 16

LE/LT15 230/460 4.5 10
LE15 380 4.7 10
LE/LF/LT15 440/460 4.1 10
LE/LT22 230 (1-phase) 17.9 25

LT22-20 bar 230 (3-phase) 11.1 16
LE/LT22 230/460 7.6 10
LE/LF/LT22 440/460 5.7 10
LE/LF/LT40 230 (1-phase) 29.0 40

LE/LF/LT40 230/460 11.6 16
LE/LF/LT40 440/460 9.6 16
LE/LF/LT55 230 13.2 25

LE/LF/LT55 440/460 12.3 25
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2.4.2 Settings of overload relay - fuses of compressors with Y-D starter
50 Hz

(V) (A) (A)
LE40 230 9.1 25

LT40-15 bar 230 9.1 25
LT40-20 bar 230 9.4 25
LE/LT40 400 5.6 16
LE/LT40 500 4.5 16
LE/LF/LT55 230 12.2 40

LE/LF/LT55 400 7.2 25
LE/LF/LT55 500 5.5 16
LE/LT55 575 5.1 16
LE/LF/LT75 230 14.5 40

LE/LF/LT75 400 8.5 25
LE/LF75 440 7.8 25
LE/LF/LT75 500 6.9 25
LE/LT110 230 22.5 63

LE/LT110 400 13.1 40
LE/LT150 400 16.2 40
60 Hz

(V) (A) (A)
LE/LT40 230 11.8 25

LE/LT40 380 6.9 25
LE/LT40 440/460 5.5 16
LT40 575 4.7 16
LE/LF/LT55 230 14.4 40

LE/LF/LT55 380 8.5 25
LE/LF55 400 7.2 25
LE/LF/LT55 440/460 7.2 25
LF/LT 75 230 18.2 63

LE LF/LT 75 380 10.6 25
LT75 440 9.0 25
LT75 440/460 8.6 25
LT75 575 7.2 25
LE110 380 10.6 40

LE/LT110 440 13.1 40
LE/LT150 230 28 63
LE/LT150 440 16.6 40
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2.4.3 Cable size 3 Operating instructions

Type Starter Cable size (mm2) Safety precautions
The operator must apply all relevant safety precautions,

LE/LF/LT15/22 DOL 2.5 including those mentioned in this book.
LE/LF/LT40/55 DOL 4
LT75 DOL 6
LE/LT40 Y/D 2.5 3.1 Initial start-up
LE/LF/LT55 Y/D 4
LE/LF/LT75 Y/D 6 If the compressor has not run for the past 6 months (at initial
LE/LT110 Y/D 6 start-up check the date on the data plate), it is strongly
LE/LT150 Y/D 10 recommended to improve the lubrication of the compressor
element: drain the oil, refill the compressor with the same oil
while turning the crankshaft.
2.5 Pictographs Note: It is strongly recommended to install an interstage drain

kit, to remove excess condensate, on LT compressors with a
load factor less than 20% per hour. Consult Atlas Copco.
1. For Complete Units, remove the transport brackets from

underneath the compressor.
2. Check the electrical installation, which must be in
accordance with the instructions given in section 2.3.
3. LE/LT are filled with PAO (polyalphaolefine) compressor
oil. Check that the oil level is still near the top of the red
circle of sight-glass (SG-Fig. 1.3). Top up, if necessary.
4. Switch on the voltage. Start the motor.
5. On three-cylinder compressors, check for correct direction
of rotation as indicated by the arrow on the fan housing. If
the rotation direction is wrong, switch off the voltage and
reverse two of the input line connections.
6. Check the operation of the air pressure switch. See section
5.4 or 5.5. Check the operation of pilot valve (RV) on LE/
LF/LT Trolley. See section 5.6.
1 Temperature 3.2 Starting

2 Pressure
3 On LE/LF/LT
4 Off 1. On LE/LT, check the oil level, which must be near the top
5 Warning: voltage of the red circle of sight-glass (SG-Fig. 1.3). The minimum
6 Switch off voltage and depressurize before maintenance level is the lower part of the red circle.
or repair 2. Switch on the voltage.
7 Read Instruction book before starting 3. On compressors with DOL starter, push the (I) button
8 Consult Instruction book for correct direction of on top of the pressure switch.
rotation On compressors with Y-D starter, push switch (S1-Fig.
9 Do not adjust switch if it is depressurized 2.21) to position (I)
4. Open the air outlet valve (AV-Figs. 1.4/1.6).
Fig. 2.27 Pictographs (typical examples) 5. Regularly drain condensate (Dm-Figs. 1.4/1.7).
LE/LF/LT Trolley with electrical motor

1. On LE/LT, check the oil level, which must be near the top
of the red circle of sight-glass (SG-Fig. 1.3). The minimum
level is the lower part of the red circle.
2. Set pilot valve (RV-Fig. 1.12) in the unload position by
turning the red handle 90 degrees (see section 5.6).
3. Attach the air lines to the air outlets.
4. Plug in and switch on the voltage at the main circuit breaker.
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Warning Never move the compressor after plugging in. LE/LF/LT Trolley
1. Set pilot valve (RV-Fig. 1.12) in the unload position by
5. On compressors with DOL starter, push the (I) button turning the red handle 90 degrees (see section 5.6).
on top of the pressure switch. 2. On LE/LF/LT Trolley with electrical motor:
On compressors with Y-D starter, push switch (S1-Fig. On compressors with DOL starter, push the (0) button
2.21) to position (I) on top of the pressure switch.
6. Open the outlet valves. On compressors with Y-D starter, push switch (S1-Fig.
7. Set pilot valve (RV-Fig. 1.12) in the load position by 2.21) to position (0).
turning the red handle 90 degrees (see section 5.6). If the compressor is not required for immediate further
8. Turn the regulating knob of the pressure regulator (14- use, switch off the voltage at the main circuit breaker and
Fig. 1.12) clockwise or anti-clockwise to increase or unplug.
decrease the pressure at the outlet of the pressure regulator. 3. On LE/LF/LT Trolley with petrol engine:
9. Regularly drain condensate (Dm-Fig. 1.15). Stop the engine, consult the engine "Owner's manual".
4. Close the air outlet valves (AV1/2-Fig. 1.12 and 1.16).
Depressurize and disconnect the air lines from the outlet
LE/LF/LT Trolley with petrol engine valves.
1. On LE/LT, check the oil level, which must be near the top
of the red circle of sight-glass (SG-Fig. 1.3). The minimum
level is the lower part of the red circle.
2. Check the engine oil level as follows:
- Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
- Insert the dipstick into the filler neck, but do not screw
it in.
- The oil level must show between the minimum and 3.4 Taking out of operation at end of
maximum mark on the dipstick. compressor service life
3. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded or low-leaded petrol
(gasoline). At the end of the service life of the compressor, proceed as
4. Start the engine, consult the engine "Owner's manual". follows:
5. Attach the air lines to the air outlets.
6. Open the outlet valves (AV1/2-Figs. 1.12 and 1.16). 1. Stop the compressor and close the air outlet valve(s).
7. Set pilot valve (RV-Fig. 1.12) in the load position by 2. Switch off the voltage and disconnect the compressor from
turning the red handle 90 degrees (see section 5.6). the mains.
8. Turn the regulating knob of the pressure regulator (14- 3. Depressurize the compressor.
Fig. 1.12) clockwise or anti-clockwise to increase or 4. Shut off and depressurize the part of the air net which is
decrease the pressure at the outlet of the pressure regulator. connected to the outlet valve. Disconnect the compressor
9. Regularly drain condensate (Dm-Fig. 1.16). from the air net.
5. On LE/LT, drain the oil.
3.3 Stopping
LE/LF/LT
1. On compressors with DOL starter, push the (0) button
on top of the pressure switch.
On compressors with Y-D starter, push switch (S1-Fig.
2.21) to position (0)
2. Close air outlet valve (AV-Figs. 1.4/1.6).
3. Switch off the voltage.
If a compressor with pressure switch with pressure release

valve stops during operation through a power failure, the
pressure from the air receiver must be released by pushing the
(0) button on top of the air pressure switch to prevent the
compressor from restarting against back-pressure when the
power becomes live again.
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4 Maintenance
4.1 Petrol engine maintenance
Consult the engine "Owner's manual".
4.2 Preventive maintenance schedule for

the compressor 1)
The schedule contains a summary of the maintenance

instructions. Read the respective section before taking
maintenance measures.
When servicing, replace all disengaged packings, e.g. gaskets,

O-rings, washers.
The "longer interval" checks must also include the

"shorter interval" checks.
Period 2) Running Consult See notes Preventive Operation

hours 2) section below table maintenance
kit (Fig. 4.1)
Weekly ------ 3.2 1 -- On LE/LT, check oil level

" ------ -- -- -- Drain condensate from air receiver or pulsation damper
6-monthly ------ 5.7/5.8 2 -- Test safety valve, and if provided also relief valve
" ------ 4.4/5.3 3/4 2 Inspect air filter
Yearly 500 4.4/5.3 3/4 2 On LF75, LE/LT110 and LE150, replace air filter
" 600 4.4/5.3 3/4 2 On LE/LT40 up to -75 and LF40/55, replace air filter
" 800 4.4/5.3 3/4 2 On LE/LF/LT15/22, replace air filter
" 2000 -- -- 2 Change blow-off silencer, if provided
" 2000 4.3 -- -- On LE/LT, if mineral oil is used, change oil
2-yearly 3000 4.3 -- 5 On LE/LT, if Atlas Copco PAO oil is used, change
oil
----- 3000 to 4.4/5.1 -- 3/4 Replace check valve or unloader

4000
----- 4000 4.4/5.2 -- 1 On LE/LF/LT15 up to -40, replace valve discs
----- 5000 4.4/5.2 -- 1 On LE/LT55/150 and LF55/75, replace valve discs
Notes
1. Maintain the level in the red circle of the sight-glass.
2. Wear gloves and safety glasses.
3. For normal operation in clean surroundings. More frequently when operating in a dusty environment.
4. In a dusty environment, a heavy duty filter (available as an option) is essential.
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4.3 Lubrication of LE/LT compressors Service kit for Ordering Ref. on

air filter (AF) number Fig. 4.1
It is strongly recommended to use the Atlas Copco approved For LE/LF/LT15/22 1503 6129 61 2
PAO (polyalphaolefine) compressor oil to keep the compressor For LE/LF/LT40 up to -55
in excellent operating condition. and LE/LT75 50 Hz 1503 6129 62 2
For LE/LT 75 60 Hz, LF75,
Atlas Copco PAO oil can be ordered in following quantities: LE/LT110 and LE150 1503 6130 60 2
Service kit for Ordering Ref. on
PAO oil Ordering number unloader (UA) number Fig. 4.1
1-litre can 1503 6142 63 For LE/LF/LT40 up to -75 1503 6176 60 4
5-litre can 1503 6142 60
Service kit for Ordering Ref. on
check valve (CV) number Fig. 4.1
4.4 Service kits For all LE/LF/LT40
up to -150 1503 6177 60 3
Service kits are available offering the benefits of genuine Atlas Service kit for Ordering Ref. on
Copco parts while keeping the maintenance budget low. The valve discs number Fig. 4.1
kits comprise all parts needed for servicing. Consult the Parts For LE15 up to -40 and
list for the contents of all kits. LF15/22 1503 5800 60 1
For LE55, LE75 50 Hz
and LF40 1503 5800 61 1
For LT15 up to -40 1503 5800 62 1
For LT55, LT75 50 Hz
and LF55 1503 5800 63 1
For LE/LT75 60 Hz,
LE/LT110, LE/LT150
and LF75 1503 5800 64 1
1 Valve kit
2 Filter kit
3 Check valve
4 Unloader
F1760 5 PAO oil
Fig. 4.1 Preventive maintenance kits (typical examples) 3)
Footnotes 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.
2) Whichever interval comes first. The local Sales Company may overrule the maintenance schedule, especially the service intervals,
depending upon the environmental and working conditions of the compressor.
3) For the contents of the kits, consult the Parts list.
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5 Servicing and adjustment Replacement of valve discs (Figs. 5.1 and 5.2)
procedures
LE15/55 LE75 60 Hz Operation sequence
Warning Release the pressure from the compressor before LE75 50 Hz HP cylinder
starting repair or maintenance works. Switch LF15/40 LE110/150
off the voltage and isolate the compressor from LE75 60 Hz HP cylinder
the mains. LP cylinder LT15/110
LE110/150 HP cylinder
LP cylinder LF55/75
LT15/110 HP cylinder
5.1 Unloader or check valve
LP cylinder
LF55/75
Dirt, condensate, coke formation and oxidation influence the
LP cylinder
proper operation of the valve. Depending on the working
conditions (ambient temperature, working pressure, load cycle,
oil type), it is recommended to replace the unloader or check • • Remove the fan guard, unscrew
valve as indicated in section 4.2. Replacement instructions the cap and remove the cover (1-
are included in the maintenance kits. Fig. 1.1), air filter and cover of
the air inlet silencer.
5.2 Valves • Disconnect cylinder head cover

(12) from the inlet and outlet pipe
A faulty valve must be replaced immediately. A faulty valve flanges. Remove cover (12).
can be discovered as stated in section 6, points 1 and 4. It is
highly recommended to replace the valve discs, O-rings and • Disconnect head (13) from the
joints when the cylinder heads are disassembled. inlet and outlet pipe flanges.
Remove cylinder head cover
(12). Remove head (13).
Fig. 5.1 LE, LF15 up to -40 and low-pressure side of LT Fig. 5.2 High-pressure side of LT and LF55
and LF55
1 Bolt 4 Spring 7 Valve seat 10 Joint 13 Cylinder head

2 Joint 5 Outlet valve guard 8 Inlet valve disc 11 Cylinder 14 Joint
3 O-ring 6 Outlet valve disc 9 Guide pin 12 Cylinder cover
Figs. 5.1 and 5.2 Cylinder heads
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Torque values
LE15/55 LE75 60 Hz Operation sequence
M6: 10 Nm +/- 2
LE75 50 Hz HP cylinder
M8: 23 Nm +/- 2
LF15/40 LE110/150
M10: 46 Nm +/- 5
LE75 60 Hz HP cylinder
LP cylinder LT15/110
LE110/150 HP cylinder
LP cylinder LF55/75
LT15/110 HP cylinder
LP cylinder
LF55/75 5.3 Air filter
LP cylinder
1. Stop the compressor.
2. On LE/LF/LT 15 up to -55 and LE/LT75 50 Hz: unscrew
• • Remove spring (4), outlet valve the cap on top of cover (1-Fig. 1.1). Lift off the cover and
guard (5) and outlet valve disc filter element. Take care that no dirt drops inside the
(6). suction silencer.
On LE/LT75 60 Hz, LF75, LT110 and LE110/150:
• • Lift off valve seat (7) and remove unscrew cap (1-Fig. 1.7) and take out the air filter. Take
inlet valve disc (8). Do not care that no dirt drops inside the suction silencer.
remove guide pins (9). 3. Using a damp cloth, clean the filter chamber and cover.
Discard damaged elements.
• • Remove and discard all O-rings
4. Install the new element, cover and cap.
and rubber joints.
• • If necessary, remove the carbon

deposits from the inlet valve
guard at the cylinder top. Take
care that no dirt drops into the
cylinder. 5.4 Adjustment MDR4 pressure switch
• • Clean and inspect all parts.
(Figs. 5.3 up to 5.5)
• • Fit a new joint (10). Do not The adjustment of the maximum or stopping pressure of the
stretch the cord while inserting it compressor is effected by means of the air pressure switch.
in its groove; the ends should The switch also controls the pressure difference between the
meet. maximum pressure (stopping pressure) and that at which
compression is resumed (starting pressure).
• • Put a new inlet valve disc (8) into
place and install valve seat (7).
Caution
• • Fit a new O-ring (3) and joint (2).
- Adjust the air pressure switch while it is pressurized.
• • Install a new outlet valve disc (6), - Switch off the voltage before removing the cover of the
guard (5) and spring (4). switch; reinstall it after an adjustment has been made and
before the voltage is switched on again.
• Install cylinder head cover (12).
Use new flange gaskets, if
necessary. Fit the flange and Adjustment
cylinder head bolts and tighten The maximum pressure is controlled by adjusting screw (4).
them alternately. Turn the screw clockwise to raise the maximum or stopping
pressure, anti-clockwise to lower it.
• Reinstall head (13). Fit a new
joint (14). Install cylinder head
cover (12). Fit the flange and
The pressure difference is adjusted by means of screw (5).
cylinder head bolts and tighten
To reduce the difference between the stopping and starting
them alternately.
pressures, i.e. increase the starting pressure, turn the screw
• • Reinstall the fan guard, cover of anti-clockwise. To increase the pressure difference, turn the
the air inlet silencer, air filter, screw clockwise. The adjustment range is shown on the
cover (1-Fig. 1.1) and cap. diagrams (Fig. 5.5).
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1 2
50960F
3
Fig. 5.3 View of air pressure switch MDR4
1 Air pressure switch

2 Solenoid valve
3 Pressure release valve
4 Adjusting screw, stopping pressure
5 Adjusting screw, pressure difference
50961F
Figs. 5.3 up to 5.5 Air pressure switch
Fig. 5.4 Adjusting screws MDR4
Example: LE
Stopping pressure: 7 bar(e)
Starting pressure: adjustable between 3 and 5.7 bar(e)
Fig. 5.5 Pressure difference diagrams MDR4/11 bar and MDR4/25 bar
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5.5 Adjustment MDR5/6 pressure switch 5.6 Adjustment pilot valve on Trolley
(Figs. 5.6 and 5.7) (Fig. 5.8)
Caution The adjustment of the maximum or unloading pressure of the

- Adjust the air pressure switch while it is pressurized. compressor is effected by means of pilot valve (RV-Fig. 1.16).
- Switch off the voltage before removing the cover of the The valve also controls the difference between the preset
switch; reinstall it after an adjustment has been made and maximum pressure and that at which compression is resumed.
before the voltage is switched on again.
Unload mechanism
The maximum (stopping) pressure is controlled by adjusting The pilot valve is equipped with a hand-operated unload
knob (1). mechanism: by turning the red handle (1) 90 degrees, the
Turn the knob clockwise to raise the maximum or stopping plunger of the valve will be lifted, releasing the spring force.
pressure, anti-clockwise to lower it. The air pressure from the pulsation dampers will force down
unloader plunger (12-Fig. 1.12), the compressor will run
The pressure difference is adjusted by means of the same unloaded. By turning handle (1) 90 degrees further, the plunger
knob. returns to its original position so that the pilot valve will again
Push down the knob and turn it clockwise to reduce the unload and load the compressor at the pre-set pressures.
difference between the stopping and starting pressures, i.e. to
increase the starting pressure. Turn the knob anti-clockwise
to increase the pressure difference. The adjustment range is
shown on the diagram (Fig. 5.7).
1
6
5 2
50974F
3
Example: LT
Stopping pressure: 28 bar(e)
1 Adjusting knob for stopping and starting pressures
Starting pressure: adjustable between 15.5 and 22 bar(e)
2 Spring housing, air pressure switch
3 Pressure release valve
Fig. 5.7 Pressure difference diagram, switch MDR5/35
4 Setting dial, overload relay
(30 bar units)
5 Motor overload relay
6 Switching mechanism
Fig. 5.6 View of pressure switch MDR5/6
Figs. 5.6 and 5.7 Air pressure switch MDR5/6 with ON/OFF switch (30 bar units)
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Testing on LE/LF/LT
1. Close the air outlet valve, depressurize and disconnect the
hose or pipe from the valve.
2. Start the compressor and run it until it stops automatically.
3. Switch off the voltage.
Remove the cover from the air pressure switch and, with
the air receiver now under pressure, turn the adjusting knob
or screw one turn clockwise to increase the stopping
pressure (see also sections 5.4/5.5). Reinstall the cover.
4. Switch on the voltage, slightly open the outlet valve and
start the compressor.
5. Gradually close the outlet valve while checking the air
pressure gauge. If the safety valve has not opened at the
pressure specified in section 7, it must be replaced by a
new one. If the compressor unloads before the specified
opening pressure is reached, repeat the procedure as
mentioned from step 3.
6. Readjust the unloading pressure as described in sections
5.4 and 5.5.
7. Reconnect the hose or pipe to the closed air outlet valve.
Testing on LE/LF/LT Trolley

1. Close the air outlet valves, depressurize and disconnect
the hoses from the valves.
2. Loosen the red handle of the pilot valve (1-Fig. 5.8) and
the two nuts (3).
3. Open outlet valve (AV1-Fig. 1.16) a fraction. Start the
A Control air to unloader
compressor.
E Compressed air from pulsation dampers
4. Gradually turn adjusting screw (2-Fig. 5.8) clockwise while
R Vent hole
checking pressure gauge (Gp-Fig. 1.16).
1 Unloading handle
If the safety valve has not opened at the pressure specified
2 Pressure adjusting screw
in section 7, it must be replaced by a new one.
3 Nuts
5. Readjust the normal working pressure after testing. Consult
4 Shims
section 5.6.
6. Fit nuts (3-Fig. 5.8) and handle (1) in their original
Fig. 5.8 Pilot valve on LE/LT Trolley
positions.
5.8 Relief valve (8-Fig. 1.1) on LF55/75,

LE75 up to -150 and LT
The relief valve protects the LP side of the compressor. No

Setting of the pilot valve adjustments are allowed.
The maximum pressure is controlled by adjusting screw (2):
- Loosen handle (1) and the two nuts (3). Remove the relief valve and fit a 3/8 inch B.S.P. plug instead.
- Turn the adjusting screw (2) clockwise to increase the Remove the safety valve from the air receiver and replace it
maximum pressure. by the relief valve. The latter can then be tested at increasing
- The pressure difference can be increased by removing one air receiver pressure after the compressor has been started
or more shims (4). with open air outlet valve. If the valve has not opened at the
- Fit the two nuts (3) and handle (1) in their original position. pressure specified in section 7, it must be replaced by a new
one. Reinstall the valves in their respective places after testing.
5.7 Safety valve (SV-Figs. 1.4, 1.5 and

1.8) 1)
Footnote chapter 5
Replace the valve if it does not open at the correct pressure.
No adjustments are allowed. 1) Not on Compressor Block/Power Pack
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6 Problem solving 7 High oil consumption on LE/LT compressors

a Oil level too high
a Do not overfill crankcase. Keep level in red circle of sight-
1 Insufficient air pressure glass
a Air leak b Piston ring(s) worn or broken
a Check and correct as necessary b Have condition of piston rings checked
b Air filter choked
b Replace filter 8 Unit does not start
c Air pressure switch incorrectly set a Electrical failure
c Adjust switch a Have electrical system checked. Check fuses and line
d Air consumption exceeds maximum output of compressor terminals for tightness
d Check equipment connected b Overload relay cut out
e Damaged valve b Reset overload relay. If the relay cuts out again after
e Inspect valves and replace parts where necessary starting, see point 9
f Unloader 1) malfunctioning c Air pressure above pre-set starting pressure
f Inspect and replace parts where necessary c Compressor will start when air pressure is lower than pre-
g Solenoid valve 1) out of order set starting pressure of air pressure switch
g Remove and check. Replace if necessary
9 Overload relay cuts out
2 Unit does not speed up a Overload relay incorrectly set
a Voltage drop at motor terminals a Check and adjust. Reset relay
a Consult power supplier. Use correct size of cable b Solenoid valve out of order
b Unloader malfunctioning b See 1g
b See 1f c Unloader plunger jammed
c Solenoid valve out of order c See 1f
c See 1g d Blow-off silencer choked
d Blow-off silencer 1) choked d See 2d
d Replace e Ambient temperature too high
e Improve ventilation of room
3 Air receiver pressure rises above maximum and causes f Motor stops and starts too frequently
safety valve to blow f See 6
a Air pressure switch or pilot valve 1) incorrectly set or out g Overcurrent due to motor or compressor failure
of order g Have motor line current measured. If currents exceed rated
a Check. Replace switch or valve, if necessary motor current, have compressor inspected; if currents are
b Solenoid valve defective not equal, have motor inspected
b See 1g
c Unloader malfunctioning
c See 1f
d Blow-off silencer choked
d See 2d
4 Relief valve blows 1)

a Defective inlet valve in HP cylinder head
a Inspect and replace part(s) as necessary
b Relief valve not airtight
b Replace valve
5 Receiver does not hold pressure

a Check valve leaks
a Check for broken valve and springs
b Air leaks
b Check and correct as necessary
6 Too frequent starting/too short operating periods

a Air pressure switch or pilot valve 1) incorrectly set
a Increase pressure difference
b Check valve leaks Footnote chapter 6
b See 5a
1) If provided.
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7 Principal data
7.1 Reference conditions
Inlet pressure (absolute) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar 1

Relative air humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . % 0
Air inlet temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . celsius 20
Working pressure:
- for LE 10 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 7
- for LF 10 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 7
- for LT 15 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 12
- for LT 20 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 20
- for LT 30 bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 30
7.2 Limitations
Minimum inlet temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . celsius 0

Maximum inlet temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . celsius 40
Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) See below
7.3 Compressor data for LE 10 bar
7.3.1 50 Hz
Compressor type LE15 LE22 LE40 LE55 LE75 LE110 LE150
Maximum working pressure for LE . . . . bar(e) 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

Maximum working pressure for
LE Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5
Pre-set pressure difference for
LE Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Temperature at outlet valve, approx.
- Unsilenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 40 44 66 59 80 65 91
- Silenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 48 52 74 67 88 73 99
Power input at max. working pressure . . kW 1.82 2.54 4.57 6.11 8.28 10.69 14.92
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500
Free air delivery 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 3.4 4.4 8.4 11.7 15.7 18.6 23.9
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 0.8 0.8 0.8 1.4 1.4 1.7 1.7
Opening pressure of safety valve (not
for Block/Power Pack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Maximum sound pressure level 1):
- Standard version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 78 79 79 80 81 84 85
- Silenced receiver-mounted version . . . dB(A) 65 66 66 70 70 73 73
- Silenced pack version . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 63 64 64 68 68 70 70
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7.3.2 60 Hz
Compressor type LE15 LE22 LE40 LE55 LE75 LE110 LE150
Maximum working pressure for LE . . . . bar(e) 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

LE Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5
LE Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 0.8 0.8 0.8 1.4 1.7 1.7 1.7
for Block/Power Pack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
7.4 Compressor data for LF 10 bar
7.4.1 50 Hz
Compressor type LF15 LF22 LF40 LF55 LF75
Maximum working pressure for LF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 10 10 10 10 10

Maximum working pressure for LF Trolley . . . . . . . . bar(e) 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5
Pre-set pressure difference for LF Trolley . . . . . . . . . bar 1 1 1 1 1
- Unsilenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 40 44 45 50 51
- Silenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 48 52 53 58 59
Power input at max. working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . kW 2.05 2.71 5.11 5.89 8.65
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500
Free air delivery 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 3.1 4.0 7.6 9.2 14.4
Opening pressure of safety valve (not for Block/
Power Pack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 11 11 11 11 11
- Standard version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 82 83 83 84 86
- Silenced receiver-mounted version . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 69 70 70 74 77
- Silenced pack version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 67 68 68 72 74
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7.4.2 60 Hz
Compressor type LF15 LF22 LF40 LF55 LF75
Maximum working pressure for LF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 10 10 10 10 10

Maximum working pressure for LF Trolley . . . . . . . . bar(e) 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5
Pre-set pressure difference for LF Trolley . . . . . . . . . bar 1 1 1 1 1
- Unsilenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 49 54 54 60 58
- Silenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 57 62 62 68 66
Power input at max. working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . kW 2.36 3.10 5.89 6.70 10.66
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
Free air delivery 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 3.6 4.6 8.8 10.7 17.1
Opening pressure of safety valve (not for Block/
Power Pack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 11 11 11 11 11
- Standard version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 84 85 85 86 88
- Silenced receiver-mounted version . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 71 72 72 76 79
- Silenced pack version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 69 70 70 74 76
7.5 Compressor data for LT 15 bar
7.5.1 50 Hz
Compressor type LT15 LT22 LT40 LT55 LT75 LT110
Maximum working pressure for LT . . . . bar(e) 15 15 15 15 15 15

LT Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7
LT Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar 1 1 1 1 1 1
- Unsilenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 49 57 68 56 75 72
- Silenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 57 65 76 64 83 80
Power input at max. working pressure . . kW 2.29 2.87 4.95 6.64 8.67 12.10
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500
Free air delivery 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 3.1 4.0 6.7 9.2 11.7 18.1
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 0.8 0.8 0.8 1.4 1.4 1.7
for Block/Power Pack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 16 16 16 16 16 16
Opening pressure of relief valve . . . . . . bar(e) 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
- Standard version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 78 79 79 80 81 84
- Silenced receiver-mounted version . . . dB(A) 65 66 66 70 70 73
- Silenced pack version . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 63 64 64 68 68 70
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7.5.2 60 Hz
Compressor type LT15 LT22 LT40 LT55 LT75 LT110
Maximum working pressure for LT . . . . bar(e) 15 15 15 15 15 15

LT Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7
LT Trolley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar 1 1 1 1 1 1
- Unsilenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 57 66 81 65 40 76
- Silenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 65 74 89 73 48 84
Power input at max. working pressure . . kW 2.49 3.44 6.16 8.27 9.28 14.55
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800
Free air delivery 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 3.6 4.7 7.9 10.9 14.2 21.4
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 0.8 0.8 0.8 1.4 1.7 1.7
for Block/Power Pack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 16 16 16 16 16 16
Opening pressure of relief valve . . . . . . bar(e) 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
- Standard version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 80 81 81 82 83 84
- Silenced receiver-mounted version . . . dB(A) 67 68 68 72 73 74
- Silenced pack version . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 65 66 66 70 71 72
7.6.1 50 Hz
Compressor type LT15 LT22 LT40 LT55 LT75 LT110 LT150
Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 0.8 0.8 0.8 1.4 1.4 1.7 1.7
Opening pressure of relief valve . . . . . . bar(e) 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
Maximum sound pressure level 1)
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7.6.2 60 Hz
Compressor type LT15 LT22 LT40 LT55 LT75 LT110 LT150
Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 0.8 0.8 0.8 1.4 1.7 1.7 1.7
Opening pressure of relief valve . . . . . . bar(e) 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
7.7.1 50 Hz
Compressor type LT22 LT40 LT55 LT75
Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 30 30 30 30

- Unsilenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 49 60 42 58
- Silenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 57 68 50 66
Power input at max. working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kW 2.83 4.73 6.11 7.89
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 1500 1500 1500 1500
Free air delivery 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 2.5 4.4 6.4 8.5
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 0.8 0.8 1.4 1.4
Opening pressure of relief valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
- Standard version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 79 79 80 81
- Silenced pack version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 64 64 68 68
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7.7.2 60 Hz
Compressor type LT22 LT40 LT55
Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 30 30 30

- Unsilenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 53 65 49
- Silenced compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Celsius 61 73 57
Power input at max. working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kW 3.44 5.77 7.63
Motor shaft speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . r/min 1800 1800 1800
Free air delivery 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l/s 3.1 5.5 8.0
Oil capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 0.8 0.8 1.4
Opening pressure of relief valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bar(e) 6.5 6.5 6.5
- Standard version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 81 81 82
- Silenced pack version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB(A) 66 66 70
Footnotes chapter 7
1) According to CAGI PNEUROP PN8NTC2.2.

2) At reference conditions
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8 Conversion list of SI units into US/British units

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 m 3/min = 35.315 cfm
1 mbar = 0.401 in wc
1 N = 0.225 lbf
1 Nm = 0.738 lbf.ft
x degrees celsius = (32 + 1.8 x) degrees fahrenheit 1)
Footnote chapter 8
1) A temperature difference of 1 degree celsius = a temperature difference of 1.8 degrees fahrenheit.
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Atlas Copco Stationary Air Compressors

LE/LT15, -22, -40, -55, -75, -110, -150

• Copyright 2000, Atlas Copco Airpower n.v., Antwerp, Belgium.

No. 2920 1257 04 www.atlascopco.com

Registration code: APC L / 38 / 989

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4 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 8 Conversion list of SI units into US/British units . . 48

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1 Leading particulars A silencing canopy (1-Fig. 1.13) is available as an option.

LE/LF are built for effective working pressures up to 10 bar.

1.2.1 LE/LF15 up to -40, LE55 and LE75 50 Hz

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50948F Fig. 1.2 Example of Power Pack with unloading valve

Fig. 1.1 Example of Compressor Block with unloading

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Fig. 1.5 Complete Unit, LE/LT15/22/40, vertical receiver

Fig. 1.6 Complete Unit, LE/LT75 60 Hz, LF75 and

AC Air cooler P1 Hourmeter, running time 7 Unloader

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Fig. 1.9 LE/LF/LT with CD dryer

Fig. 1.7 Complete Unit, LT75 60 Hz and LT110

1.3.2 LE/LT40 up to -150, LF40 up to -75, each with

The regulating system includes:

When the pressure in the air receiver reaches the pre-set

When the pressure in the air receiver decreases to the pre-set

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AF Air filter MDR Air pressure switch 4 Cooler

1.3.3 LE/LF/LT Trolley (Fig. 1.12) Operation

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Dm 50955F Fig. 1.15 LE/LF/LT ETROL

Fig. 1.13 Optional silencing hood

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2 Installation and handling

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Fig. 2.2 Dimension drawing, LE/LT55/75 and LF40/55 Power Pack

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Fig. 2.10 Dimension drawing, LE/LT15 up to -40 Unsilenced Pack

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Fig. 2.11 Dimension drawing, LE/LT55/75 and LF40/55 Unsilenced Pack

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Fig. 2.12 Dimension drawing, LE/LT15 up to -150 with CD dryer

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Fig. 2.13 Dimension drawing, LE/LF/LT Trolley with electrical motor

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2.2 Installation proposals

Fig. 2.16 Installation proposal for Complete Unit (120 l receiver)