sufficient capacity (flow) to maintain the input pressure setting.
Failure to do so may
cause the booster to short cycle and not be able to achieve the desired output pressure. If
external regulators are in line with the shop air supply, make sure that they do not restrict the
input flow. Also use large diameter supply hoses (3/8” or larger) is recommended.
High Pressure Output Port
The output pressure port is a ¼” male Swagelok type tube fitting. The actual output pressure
can be monitored with the pressure gauge located on the front panel. The output pressure is a
combination of the raw input supply pressure plus four times the regulated pressure as read on
the Regulator Pressure gauge. It can be adjusted with the black Regulator Adjustment Knob.
OPERATION
While operation of the booster system is quite simple, high pressure gas is dangerous.
NOTE: Operation of this unit and maintenance of this unit should be performed by
qualified personnel only.
1.
Connect a low pressure supply such as shop air to the “INPUT PRESSURE” port.
The system requires a minimum of 60 psi to obtain 300 psi output.
2.
Connect the load (pressure controller) to the ‘HIGH PRESSURE OUTPUT” port.
Be careful to use tubing rated for the boosted working pressure.
3.
Slowly apply shop air to the “INPUT PRESSURE” port while monitoring the
“OUTPUT PRESSURE” gauge on the front of the unit.
For most applications, the booster
piston temperatures will not be a
problem. However, if a particular
application causes the booster piston
to operate frequently, the high
pressure end of the booster cylinder
may overheat. Temperatures in the
cylinder above 300 degrees F will
considerably shorten the life of the
piston seal. Temperatures can be
minimized by reducing the drive
speed while still maintaining the output pressure, but at a slower recharge rate. The drive
speed is adjusted by removing the top cover and adjusting the yellow ball valve lever. The
unit is shipped with this lever in the wide open position. Experience has shown, that under
all but the most extreme conditions, temperature problems should be of no concern.
DISCONTINUE OPERATION
To discontinue operation of the booster system:
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