TM 5-4310-384-13
SECTION III. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT
3-7. SITE AND SHELTER REQUIREMENT.
a.
The compressor was designed to operate in a sheltered environment. Protect the compressor from water,
excessive dirt and corrosive atmospheres.
b.
Compressor must be located in a clean, well ventilated dry place where compressor receives an adequate supply
of fresh, clean, cool and dry air. Allow sufficient space around the compressor so that it is accessible from all sides for
maintenance.
c.
Locate the compressor where appropriate single phase electrical power with a separate ON/OFF switch may be
installed.
d.
For proper cooling, insure that no object will obstruct the flow of air through the slotted belt guard to the fan
bladed flywheel.
e.
Compressor requires a space approximately 6' x 2' (2 m x .6 m).
3-8. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF MATERIAL.
CAUTION
The compressor is shipped without oil in the crankcase. Operating compressor without oil will destroy the compressor
unit.
Service Upon Receipt
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