TM 5-4310-385-13
Ambient
Oil Type.
Above 90F (32C)
OE/HDO 40
32-90F (0-32C)
OE/HDO 30
Below 32F (0C)
OE/HDO 20
Table 2-2. Proper Oil Viscosity
b.
Before start-up, remove the belt guard (2) and turn the compressor flywheel (3) and drive pulley (4) over a few
revolutions by hand to make sure that there are not any obstructions to shaft rotations. Replace the belt guard (2) and
tighten mounting hardware (5).
c.
Open the drain cock (6) and drain any moisture from the air tank (7). Close the drain cock (6).
Belt Drive System
2-8. OPERATING PROCEDURE. (Illustration on Page 2-10.)
a.
Turn the switch ON at the power source on location.
b.
Turn the ON/OFF switch (1) on the face of the starter box ON.
CAUTION
Notify organizational maintenance if the compressor has shut down due to
overload. Overload condition must be removed before compressor is restarted.
c.
Turn the shutoff valve (3) counterclockwise to the open position to enable service air to pass from the tank to the
air hose and gage (4).
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