NOTE
The spare parts order is placed based on the
spare parts list which is available separately.
8.3
Inspection of protection and
safety equipment
Protective covers and enclosure panels
Ensure that all compressor protective covers and
enclosure panels are correctly attached.
Protective cover of the cooling air fans
Clutch protective cover between drive and
compressor
Compressor housing; here in particular the
openings (doors)
Safety valve
must be in perfect condition. For ex-
ample, it must not be blocked by dirt or paint.
Emergency-Stop pushbutton /Emergency-Stop
function
The switching function of the contacts can be
checked by an electrician.
NOTE
The Emergency-stop function must only be acti-
vated in dangerous situations. Otherwise the re-
sult could be increased wear or even damage to
the compressor.
An electrician can check the switch function of the
contacts.
Functional checking of the safety valves
The functional checking of the safety valve must
be carried out by a safety specialist. The result of
the functional check must be documented.
1. Switch the main switch OFF.
2. Open the enclosure, create access.
3. Press start button < I >.
Allow the compressor to run under load.
NOTICE
Hearing damage
Increased sound pressure level when operating
without the sound-proofing enclosure.
➯
Wear ear defenders.
WARNING
Risk of burns/scalding
Risk of burns/scalding due to escaping
hot oil (oil mist) / hot compressed air.
➯
Wear suitable protective clothing.
➯
Slowly screw out the knurled cap.
➯
Do not screw the knurled cap too far
out of the enclosure.
➯
Tighten the knurled cap as far as it
will go after each functional check.
1
2
Fig. 8-2: Safety valves
[1]
Safety valve
[2]
Valve cap
4. Turn the valve cap anticlockwise until an audi-
ble blowing off can be heard.
5. Turn the valve cap clockwise as far as it will go.
The valve must completely close again.
8.4
Routine maintenance
All maintenance work and checks listed in the
maintenance plan must be carried out and docu-
mented at the specified intervals.
All maintenance, overhauls and repairs to the
compressor must be documented.
Service and maintenance work must be carried
out by the local Gardner Denver agency.
Cleanliness
The compressor room and the compressor sur-
roundings must always be kept clean.
