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Compressor modules – CM-SW-01
The compressor module CM-SW-01 integrates the entire electronic periphery of the compressor. It monitors
essential operating parameters and protects the compressor and motor from operation under critical
conditions. The module operates the compressor depending on the capacity requirement of the ACP LINK
panel. It operates slide valve capacity, internal volume ratio (depending on compressor type), oil return and
economizer valve. The compressor module is connected to an additional motor connection box for specific
motor signals. Communication with ACP LINK panel is via Modbus-RTU and some digital signals.
Configuration is done via BEST software.
Oil system module – CM-IO
The oil system module CM-IO integrates the entire electronic periphery of the oil system. Similar to the
compressor module it monitors, protects and operates the oil system. The module operates oil heaters, oil
return from the coalescing filters and pilot valves for the operation of the pressure controlled discharge valve.
Communication with ACP LINK panel is via Modbus-RTU. Configuration is done via BEST software.
Electrical panel IO module – M172
The electrical panel IO module handles all the digital and analog in- and outputs to and from the electrical
panel and plant control system, such as external start permission, external alarm signal, digital run-status,
external sensors etc. The module functions as distributed IO for the electrical panel. The signals going into
the M172 are scaled on the module and communication with ACP LINK panel is via Modbus-RTU.
Configuration is done on the module itself (keys and display).
Economizer system module – CM-IO
The economizer system module CM-IO integrates the entire electronic periphery of the economizer system.
Similar to the compressor and oil system module it monitors, protects and operates the economizer system.
The module handles the liquid level control valve, suction bypass and oil return valve. Communication with
ACP LINK panel is via Modbus-RTU. Configuration is done via BEST software.
5.2 ACP LINK HMI overview
The HMI contains several screens for the different types of operation and service that are to be handled by
the different users. The right side of each screen is always the same and contains buttons to switch between
the different screens. It is necessary to log on with user name and password in order to use the specific
functions on the different screens, such as to start/stop the unit, to manually reset alarms, to change
parameters, etc.
See further section 10 for more information on how to operate (and login to) the HMI. The bottom left of each
screen contains a button to go back to the previous screen.
Main screen
The main screen, “HOME” shows the overall operation of the ACP. The top left corner of the screen shows
the overall status of the ACP, indicated with different symbols. The main signals for the operating condition of
the system are shown in the top of the screen. Relevant data for the status of each compressor and the oil
system are shown with numbers and status lights.
Control screen
The control screen, “CTRL” shows the regulation mode and control status for the ACP. The information for
status and signals of the system are shown on the top of the screen (same as on the main screen). When
logged in to the system, the user can change the regulation mode on this screen. The screen also shows
information about the capacity distribution and status of the individual compressors.
Compressor, Oil system, Eco System
Detailed information for each main component on the ACP can be found on the specific screens for each
compressor, “Compr.”, the oil system, “OilSys” and optional economizer, “EcoSys”.
These screens only show information on different signals and status, but do not allow user interaction.