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b. This manual cannot list all possible items to be checked. If any other item appears to be in a not ready condition,
refer same to next higher level of maintenance (see APPENDIX B) for servicing.
c. Table 2-1 lists the common items and checks you will need to operate compressor unit. You should perform
these checks and/or services in the order listed.
WARNING
Before you use this table, be sure that unit has been disconnected from main
power supply, to avoid personal injury.
TABLE 2-1. OPERATOR/CREW PREVENTIVE CHECKS AND SERVICES
B-Before
D-During
A-After
W-Weekly
M-Monthly
INTERVAL
Procedures: Check for and
For readiness reporting
Item
Item to be
have repaired or adjusted,
equipment is not ready/
BDAWM
Inspected
as necessary
available if:
1
V Belts
There should be no more
than 1/2" of play in the
belts. To tighten, loosen
four (4) motor mount nuts
and slide motor back until
belts are taut. Tighten
the (4) mounting bolts.
2
Starter
Check for any loose wires
Check finds any loose
Switch
or nuts and bolts.
hardware or wires.
Check to see if switch is
loose.
3
Check for any loose con-
Check finds any loose
Pump
nections or nuts and
connections.
bolts.
4
Air
Check for any damage to
If any damage found
Receiver
Air Receiver or its com-
creates an air leak.
ponents.
5
Globe
Check to see that
Valve
valve turns freely.
6
Inflator
Check for air leaks in
Large air leak is
Gage Hose
hose or its connections.
found.
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