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V. AIR REQUIREMENTS
An Air Compressor of sufficient capacity is needed to provide the necessary air volume
(CFM), at the most efficient operating pressure (PSI), to ensure effective and
economical operation of the GO-A13-HA Opener.
1.
Air Pressure of 85 to 90 PSI is recommended for maximum performance. This
setting represents required
operating air pressure at the Opener, not at the
Compressor. There is always a pressure drop between the Compressor and
the Opener; only the pressure and volume at the Opener is effective in doing
work. If the hose is relatively short (25' to 50'), and in good condition, the
pressure drop between the Compressor (or Air Receiver Tank), and the
Opener should not exceed 15% of initial pressure. Adjust Compressor output
to compensate for drop.
2.
Clean, moisture-free, lubricated air should be delivered to the Opener at all
times. The air line delivering air to the Opener should be equipped with a
coalescing type filter/dryer to collect and remove moisture and contaminants.
3.
Quality air hose designed especially for heavy-duty service should be used. It
should be constructed with an outer covering that resists abrasive wear, an
oil-resistant inner tube, and should be able to withstand temperature
extremes. It should have a working pressure of at least 200PSI.
4.
All hose couplings and fittings between the compressor and the Opener
should be full bore type, be in good condition, securely attached, and kept as
tight as possible (check Coupling gaskets). Elimination of air leaks involves
making the air system tight and then keeping it tight. At a typical unloading
site, air losses through bad connections, too many connections and worn
hose often reaches 25% of the total air compressed.
IMPORTANT
Low or inadequate air pressure at the opener is
costly and wasteful. An insufficient air volume
will not allow the GO-A13-HA Opener to operate
effectively.
