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VERVIEW
Low pressure breathing air compressors supply air for low pressure constant flow type
respirators only.
OIlless compressors produce no oil mist, oil vapor, or carbon monoxide (CO).
High temperature alarms and oil/water filters are not required, as they are with conventional air
compressors. Breathing air compressors do not significantly change the air quality of the ambient
air and are not designed to filter carbon monoxide or other toxic gases. An optional carbon mon-
oxide monitor is available where required. Clean, breathable air must be provided to the breathing
air compressor inlet at all times.
Note: Tight fitting constant flow respirators require 4cfm
(115lpm) minimum flow rate at the manufacturer’s stated pressure. Loose fitting hoods require
at least 6cfm (170lpm) per respirator.
Caution: Read and Follow All Instructions
1. Do not use kerosene or any oil based solvents for cleaning these compressors.
2. Do not lubricate oilless breathing air compressors.
3. Do not run this compressor in the wrong rotation; check the rotation arrow on the compressor
if you are rewiring the electric motor. Disconnect the power source before servicing the
electric motor.
4. Do not run this compressor without connecting at least one hose and respirator to the manifold
quick disconnect assembly.
5. Compressor must be used with constant flow, low pressure respirators only.
Pressure demand
respirators will not operate on this compressor.
6. The breathing air compressor units
cannot
be operated in an area that is Immediately Danger
ous to Life or Health (IDLH).
7. The air inlet to the breathing air compressor must be located in a clean air environment where
breathable air can be assured at all times. Up to 150ft of extension tubing can be used to re
mote the intake snorkel. Consult the factory for assistance in determining the proper size
tubing for remote intake setup.
8. Vortex tubes require high pressure air, 60-100psi, and will not operate on these breathing air
compressor systems. Use Air Systems’ Cool-Box
TM
for air cooling; order model BACB-
196LP. Provides approximately 50º output air temperature.
9. Pump surfaces can become very hot during operation. Do not touch these surfaces until the
unit has been shut off and allowed to cool.
