GE H301 Series, Operating Manual

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40 | Chapter 4: Installation
H I G H P R E S S U R E
DEPRESSURIZE THE COMPRESSOR PACKAGE BEFORE
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.
Complies with ANSI Z535, ISO 3864, OSHA 1910.145(f) (7)
L E T H A L G A S
VENT GAS
IMPROPER VENTING WILL RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
Complies with ANSI Z535, ISO 3864, OSHA 1910.145(f) (5)
H Y D R O G E N S U L F I D E ( H
2
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A FLAMMABLE, POISONOUS GAS WITH A CHARACTERISTIC
ODOR OF ROTTEN EGGS. DO NOT BREATHE IT IN.
Complies with ANSI Z535, ISO 3864, OSHA 1910.145(f) (5)
1. Verify that all vents and drains are functional and open as required.
2. Vented explosive gases or liquids must be piped away from the compressor,
either to skid edge or outside the building.
3. If the process gas is heavier than air, then vent and drain design must take this
into account.
4. In certain areas it may be necessary to install screens or sintered plugs over
vents and drains to prevent blockage, especially if the compressor may be
shut down for an extended period of time.
Secure the Skid and Foundation (Sub-Base)
Securely bolt the compressor skid to the to the base (foundation or steel frame
skid) of sufficient mass, stiffness and weight bearing capabilities. This is required to:
A. Prevent compressor movement and resist vibration due to unbalanced inertia
forces and couples that may be present. Compressor and driver reaction
forces are transmitted to the foundation.