TM 5-4310-356-14
Section II. DESCRIPTION AND DATA
range of 165 to 190 psi (11.60 to 13.36 kgs per sq cm).
1-6. Description.
The switch can also be adjusted for a 25 psi to 65 psi
(1.76 to 4.57 kgs per sq cm) differential between cut-in
cylinder, reciprocating type air compressor capable of
and cut-out pressure. The safety valve assembly
delivering 5 cubic feet per minute (0.1415 cu meters per
releases when air receiver pressure exceeds 200 psi
min). The compressor assembly and associated electric
(14.06 kgs per sq cm).
motor are mounted on a frame which is welded to the air
receiver, and 60 gallon steel tank. The electric motor
b. The maintenance paragraphs of this manual
drives the compressor assembly by means of a matched
contain detailed descriptions of its components.
pair of V-belts.
The pressure switch assembly determines cut-in and
cut-out pressure for the compressor assembly. The
switch can be adjusted for cut-out pressures over the
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