TM 5-4310-349-14
Section II. OPERATION OF AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
There is no auxiliary equipment with this end item.
Section III. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
and tightly closed. Do not lubricate excessively as dirt
2-3.
Operation in Extreme Cold (Below 0F.)
and sand will adhere to excess lubricant and may work
a. Locate the air compressor in a shed or building
into moving parts. Wipe off all lubrication points after
whenever possible. If the unit is operated outdoors,
lubricating.
protect it from prevailing winds and cover it with a
b. Keep the motor, magnetic starter, compressor,
tarpaulin when not in use.
and air receiver tank free from accumulations of dirt and
b. Lubricate the air compressor according to the
sand. Use compressed air for cleaning or a stiff brush
Lubrication Order.
where deposits are oily, gummy, or heavy.
c. Avoid excessive handling, kinking, and sharp
c. Protect the air compressor from dust with
bending of the air hose, which will become brittle at low
screens, shelters built from tarpaulins, or other dustproof
temperatures.
material. Keep the unit covered when not in use.
d. Clean and tighten all wiring connections.
Make sure there are no short circuits. As wiring
than when operating under normal conditions.
insulation tends to become brittle at low temperatures,
avoid excessive handling and sharp bending of wires.
2-6.
Operation in Salt Water or High Humidity
Protect the electric motor and magnetic starter from
Areas
snow and ice.
a. Protect the unit with a shelter of some kind.
2-4.
Operation in Extreme Heat
Keep the sides of the shelter open for ventilation.
b. Wipe the unit dry at frequent intervals, with
a. Locate the air compressor in an operating area
particular emphasis on the electric motor and magnetic
that is well ventilated or provide intake and exhaust fans
starter. If the unit becomes encrusted with salt, wash it
to ventilate enclosed areas.
with fresh water, taking care not to damage the electric
b. Lubricate the compressor in accordance with
system with water.
the Lubrication Order.
c. Make sure all surfaces requiring lubrication are
c. Check the drive-belt tension frequently.
clean and dry before applying lubricant. Lubricate the
Improper drive-belt tension often results in over-heating.
unit in accordance with the Lubrication Order.
d. Coat exposed polished or machined metal
receiver tank clean.
surfaces with a suitable rustproof material after first
removing any accumulations of rust.
2-5.
Operation in Dusty or Sandy Areas
e. Open the drain cock frequently to blow
a. Lubricate the air compressor in accordance
condensate from the air receiver tank.
with the Lubrication Order, making sure that all
lubrication points are free from dirt and sand before
applying lubricant. Keep all lubricant containers clean
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