RIX Industries RIX 2V3B-4.1V Series, Operating Instructions And Parts List Manual

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MAN-2V3B-4.1V REV (E)
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CHAPTER 2 - INSTALLATION
2.1 MOUNTING: The compressor must be firmly bolted down on a rigid foundation. The
compressor is suitable for mounting indoors or in a weather protected area. Since the compressor is air-
cooled it is important to maintain adequate ventilation at the compressor site. Ambient cooling air is
required to be 100 F˚ or less. Cooler air is desirable as it will increase compressor component life.
2.2 PIPING: When piping to the gas inlet connection, be sure all pipes are free from contamination.
A particulate filter or strainer must be installed at the gas inlet. Discharge piping must be rated for the
pressure of the compressor final stage relief valve.
WARNING
FOR OXYGEN SERVICE: All customer gas piping in and out of the compressor
must be designed for oxygen compatibility and cleaned to eliminate
contamination that could result in fire and/or explosion in the compressor or
related gas piping. Only personnel fully trained in oxygen handling procedures
should be allowed to service this unit or any piping system connected to it.
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EE ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AT START OF CHAPTERS
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Inspect all gas piping compression fittings and tighten as necessary. It is not uncommon for plumbing
connections to loosen during shipment.
CAUTION
If the user gas source has the potential to feed the unit with more than 50 PSIG
pressure and at a capacity greater than the compressor design flow (10 SCFM),
the user must supply a relief valve (set @ 50 PSIG) on the suction line to protect
against excessive intake pressure being applied to the compressor. The valve
capacity must match the maximum potential capacity of the gas source.
2.3 CRANKCASE LUBRICATION: Check the crankcase oil level via sight glass (oil level should
be ¾ way up the sight glass) and inspect for contamination from water or other foreign material. To add
oil unscrew the plastic vent on the crankcase cover plate. Change oil every 3000 hours, or annually,
whichever comes first. The unit has been shipped with ISO 150 machine oil.
Automotive type oil is recommended, either synthetic or carbon based. Synthetic is recommended in
cold temperatures. Multi-viscosity oil is acceptable. Synthetic compression oils are not suitable.
CRANKCASE OIL CAPACITY:
1 3/4 Quarts (1.66 liters)
VISCOSITY: Above 60˚F. - SAE 30W
Between 32˚ and 60˚F - SAE 20W
Between 20˚ and 32˚F - SAE 10W - synthetic oil preferred
Below 20˚F - SAE 5W - synthetic oil required