by dismantling immediately and cleaning thoroughly. In all cases of submersion in salt water, notify the proper authority at
once.
b. Exposure to Salt Air. When the compressor is operated near bodies of salt water, keep all exposed metal
surfaces painted. Salt air will attack unpainted metal surfaces and cause rust to form quickly. Remove the rust
immediately and protect the exposed surface with a coat of paint (par. 43).
c. Cleaning. At the end of each days operation wipe the exposed metal surfaces with a cloth dipped in cleaning
solvent.
Coat electrical connections (terminals) with petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
d. Lubrication. At the end of each days operation put a few drops of engine oil on the control linkage connections
and the air compressor support springs.
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