Climate Control Series
Quincy Compressor
2022209100, August 2018
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Step 11)
Open all manual shutoff valves at and beyond the compres sor
discharge.
Step 12)
Connect the unit to a proper power source.
Step 13)
Jog the starter switch to check the rotational direction of the
compressor. It should agree with the rotation arrow on the unit.
•Initial Starting & Operating
This instruction manual, as well as any instructions supplied by manufactur-
ers of supporting equipment, should be read and un derstood prior to starting
the compressor. If there are any questions regarding instructions, please call
your local Quincy distributor, or the Quincy Compressor factory.
With the pre-starting checklist completed and satisfied, start the compres-
sor. Watch and listen for excessive vibration and strange noises. If either exist,
stop the compressor. Refer to
SECTION 6, •
Troubleshooting
for help in
determining the cause of such prob lems.
Heat created during the initial startup of a new compressor will cause slight
expansion of the head(s). This slight expansion crushes the head gasket ever
so slightly and affects the torque value of the cylinder fasteners (capscrews).
To ensure optimal performance, Quincy recommends that you initially oper-
ate the compressor for at least one hour. Shut the compressor off and follow
precautions outlined in
SECTION 5,
Stopping for Maintenance
. Retorque
the cylinder to head capscrews to the specifications outlined in the parts book
corresponding to the Record of Change for your compressor after the compres-
sor has cooled.
Observe compressor operation closely for the first hour of opera tion and
then frequently for the next seven hours. After the first eight hours, monitor
the compressor at least once every eight hours. If any abnormal conditions
are witnessed, stop the compressor and correct the problem. After two days of
operation check belt tension, lubricant level, and inspect the system for leaks.
•Daily Starting Checklist
Do not proceed until the
•
Pre-starting Checklist
and
•Initial Starting
& Operating
sub-sections have been read and are thor oughly understood.
Step 1)
Check lubricant level in crankcase. (Refer to
SECTION 4, •
Pre-
Starting Checklist - Step 4
)
Step 2)
Drain moisture from the air receiver (refer to
SECTION 3, Manu-
ally Draining An Air Tank
) and moisture trap (if so equipped).
Step 3)
Be sure all safety guards are in place
Step 4)
Check all hoses and fittings for weak or worn conditions and re-
place if necessary.
Step 5)
Start the compressor. Watch and listen for excessive vibration
and unusual noises. If either exist, stop the compressor and refer
to
SECTION 6, •
Troubleshooting
, for help in determining the
cause of such problems.
