Heavy Duty Balanced Opposed Compressors - Ariel Corporation
Heavy Duty Balanced Opposed Compressors - Ariel Corporation
Heavy Duty Balanced Opposed Compressors - Ariel Corporation
You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles
YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves.
For Models: JGH:E:K:T<br />
Section 3 - Maintenance<br />
<strong>Ariel</strong> compressors, like all industrial equipment, require maintenance. The severity of compressor<br />
service directly influences the frequency and amount of maintenance needed. Below are<br />
recommended intervals for inspections and replacements to help determine appropriate intervals for<br />
a given compressor application. Careful documentation of inspection results is critical to establish<br />
whether recommended intervals are adequate or require more or less frequency.<br />
NOTE: For intermittent duty service, see ER-8.2.2.<br />
As part of your maintenance program, <strong>Ariel</strong> recommends:<br />
• Consistent adherence to safety policies, procedures, and equipment warning labels.<br />
• Daily operational checks.<br />
• Routine trending and review of operational parameters.<br />
• Routine oil analysis and trending.<br />
• Detailed records of all maintenance.<br />
• To avoid contamination, keep all covers in place where access is not required. Use lint free cloths<br />
or paper towels during internal maintenance.<br />
CAUTION: Gas compressors are complicated and dangerous pieces of equipment. Only<br />
fully trained operators and mechanics familiar with unit operation should attempt any<br />
maintenance. Read and thoroughly understand your manual and always wear appropriate<br />
personal protection equipment during maintenance.<br />
Never adjust any fastener torques while the unit is operating or pressurized.<br />
To prevent serious personal injury or death, verify driver or compressor cylinder gas<br />
pressure cannot turn compressor crankshaft during maintenance. For engine-driven<br />
compressors, either remove the center coupling or lock the flywheel; for electric motordriven<br />
compressors, either detach the driver from the compressor or lock out the driver<br />
switch gear. Before any maintenance or component removal, relieve all pressure from<br />
compressor cylinders. See packager information to completely vent the system or call<br />
the packager for assistance. After maintenance, purge the entire system with gas prior to<br />
operation to avoid a potentially explosive air/gas mixture.<br />
3/11 PAGE 3-1
Change language