TM 5-4310-368-14
Figure 1-3. Major Compressor Components
1-9. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPRESSOR COMPONENTS
ENGINE - Consists of engine, starter motor, carburetor, magneto, and fuel pump.
COMPRESSOR - Consists of 4-stage pump, filters, dehydrators.
INSTRUMENT/CONTROL PANEL - Contains all instruments and most controls necessary for unit operation.
HEATER - Provides heat for cold weather operation. Consists of a fuel pump and gasoline-fired burner.
FUEL TANK - 25-gallon (94.6 Liter) capacity.
Filled through a filler neck on the left side of the enclosure.
AIR RECEIVER - A tank for receiving compressed air from the compressor. Capacity 1300 cu. in. (21.3 Liters).
RUNNING GEAR - A two-wheeled trailer with parking brake and lunette fitting for a standard hitch.
ENCLOSURE - Protects the other components from weather and debris damage.
1-10. DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS
The Bauer air compressor Model KA15-03-P is the only model covered by this technical manual.
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