PREPARING TO START
FAILURE TO MAKE THESE RECOMMENDED CHECKS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND MECHANICAL FAILURE.
1. Remove all loose pieces and tools around the compressor installation.
2. Check oil level in crankcase.
3. Check motor and compressor pulley for alignment and tightness on shaft
4. Be absolutely certain that all mounting bolts are tight.
5. Manually rotate compressor through enough revolutions to be certain there are no
mechanical interferences.
6. Check belt tension, it should be neither too loose nor too tight.
7. Check all pressure connections for tightness.
8. Check to make sure all safety relief valves are in place.
9. Check to be sure all guards are in place and securely mounted.
10. Check fuses, circuit breakers and thermal overloads for proper size.
11. Open all manual shutoff valves (block valves) at and beyond the compressor discharge.
12. After all of the above conditions have been satisfied, jog the starter switch button to
check the rotational direction of the compressor, it should agree with the rotation arrow
on the unit.
Follow this procedure for start up of a new installation, after changes to an existing installation
have been made, and after service or repairs have been performed.
1. Instructions in addition to those contained within this manual, supplied by manufacturer
of support equipment, must also be read and understood before start-up.
2. Jog starter button and check compressor rotation.
3. Start compressor and watch for excessive vibration and noises. If either is present, stop
compressor and correct.
4. Check air receiver pressure.
5. Manually blow safety relief valve(s).
6. Check operation of controls.
7. Observe general compressor operation closely for first hour and then frequently for next
seven hours. If any abnormal conditions exist, stop compressor and correct the problem.
8. After two days of operation, check belt tension, air and oil piping for leaks and crankcase
oil level.
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STARTING
DUPLEX UNITS:
NOTE: It is strongly recommended when starting duplex units both compressors be put on line in
the alternating mode. When running only one unit for a long period of time there is a tendency
due to heat generated by the operating compressor for the stand-by compressor to condense
moisture in the head causing fist. When both units are operating equal heat keeps the moisture