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Oper ating Instructions
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Forklift Safety
1. Make sure lift operator stays aware while
moving compressor.
2. Be sure load is secure and well balanced
before moving the compressor.
3. Make sure forks are fully engaged and level
before lifting or moving compressor.
4. Keep load as low as possible and observe
safe operating practices.
Figure 1: Keep unit level
Lifting Safety
1. Carefully inspect all lifting equipment and make
sure it is in good condition. Rated capacity should
exceed compressor weight. Make sure lifting hook
has a functional safety latch or equivalent and is
properly attached to lifting feature.
2. Make sure lifting points are in good condition and
tighten any loose nuts or bolts before lifting.
3. Use provided lifting feature or appropriate sling. A
sling must be used when moving compressor with a
helicopter or other air-borne equipment. Be sure to
follow OSHA standards 29 CFR 1910 Subpart N.
4. Use guide ropes or equivalent to prevent twisting
or swinging of the compressor while it is in the
air and NEVER attempt to lift in high winds. Keep
compressor as low to the ground as possible.
5. Keep persons away and make sure no one is under
the compressor while it is lifted.
6. Only use lifting features provided for entire com-
pressor package. NEVER use bolts or other hooks on
invididual components to move the compressor.
7. Make sure to put compressor on a level surface that
can support the weight of the compressor and load-
ing equipment.
Do not operate unit if damaged
during shipping, handling or use.
Damage may result in bursting and cause injury or
property damage.
Installation
Area
1. Install compressor in a clean, dry and well-lit
area. Be sure installation area can maintain
a temperature range between 35˚ - 110˚ F.
If ambient temperature drops
below 32˚F, be sure to protect
safety/relief valves and drain valves from freezing.
NEVER operate compressor with temperatures
below 15˚F or above 125˚F.
2. Allow sufficient space around compressor for
maintenance access and adequate airflow.
Mount unit with pulley towards wall and
leave a minimum of 15 inches of clearance.
3. Use shims to level compressor if installation
area is not flat. This will avoid excessive
vibration and premature pump wear.
DO NOT install compressor in boiler
room, paint spray room, or area
where sandblasting occurs. Make
sure inlet air is away from exhaust
fumes or other toxic, noxious or
corrosive fumes or substances.
4. If acid is used in operating environment or air
is dust laden, pipe intake to outside, fresh air.
Increase pipe size by one size for every 20 feet
of run. Be sure to install protective hood around
intake filter.
5. In operating environments where excessive wa-
ter, oil, dirt, acid or alkaline fumes are present,
a TEFC (totally enclosed, fan cooled) motor is
recommended. Check nameplate for motor type.
6. Insulate cold water or other low temperature
pipes that pass overhead to avoid condensation
dripping on compressor which could cause rust
and/or motor shorting.
Piping
Safety Steps
1. Install appropriate flow-limiting valves as nec-
essary according to pipe size(s) used and run
lengths. This will reduce pressure in case of hose
failure, per OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1926.302(b)(7).
2. Flow-limiting valves are listed by pipe size and
rated CFM. Select appropriate valves accordingly,
in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommen-
dations.
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