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ARIEL
Heavy Duty
Balanced Opposed
Compressors
TECHNICAL MANUAL
For Models:
JGM, JGN, JGP and JGQ;
and JGI Vertical Non-Balanced
ARIEL CORPORATION
35 BLACKJACK ROAD, MOUNT VERNON, OHIO 43050
TELEPHONE: 740-397-0311 FAX: 740-397-3856
VISIT OUR WEB SITE: www.arielcorp.com
REV: 1/99

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Ariel JGP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAriel
ModelJGP
CategoryAir Compressor
LanguageEnglish

Summary

ARIEL Heavy Duty Balanced Opposed Compressors

Section 1: Design Specifications & Data

Specifications

Provides detailed frame specifications for various compressor models.

Important Safety & Data Information

Highlights critical safety warnings and essential data for operation.

Fastener Tightening Torque

Provides required fastener tightening torque values for compressor assembly.

Section 2: Installation

Aligning Main Bearing Bores

Procedure to ensure proper alignment of main bearing bores for longevity.

Section 3: Start Up

Start Up Check List

Critical checklist to ensure safe starting and operation of the compressor.

FINAL PRE-START CHECK LIST

Essential checks to perform before initiating the compressor startup sequence.

INITIAL POST START-UP CHECK LIST

Checks to perform immediately after the compressor begins operation.

Maximum Allowable Working Pressure

Defines the maximum continuous operating pressure for compressor cylinders.

Filling Sump & Priming a Main Oil Lube Oil System

Procedures for filling the oil sump and priming the lube oil system before starting.

Compressor Prelube

Requirements for pre-lubricating the compressor before starting.

Section 4: Lubrication

Lubricant Characteristics

Properties of lubricants such as viscosity, viscosity index, pour point, and flash point.

FRAME OIL SYSTEM

Description of the compressor frame lubrication system components.

Compressor Prelube Pump

Requirements and design for automated pre-lube systems.

Compressor Frame Lubricant

Ariel's recommended ISO 150 grade paraffinic mineral oil for compressor frames.

Oil Pressure

Normal and minimum operating oil pressures and shutdown settings.

Oil Temperature

Minimum and maximum allowable oil temperatures and their effects.

Oil Maintenance

Guidelines for changing lubricating oil and filter elements.

Cylinder and Packing Lubrication

Requirements for lubricating cylinders and packing rings.

Force Feed Lubrication System Components

Components of the force feed lubrication system.

Lube Type & Rate Recommendations

Guidelines for cylinder/packing lube oil recommendations based on gas stream.

Force Feed Lubrication System - Description

Overview of how the force feed lubrication system supplies oil.

Divider Valves

Description and components of divider valves used in lubrication systems.

Electronic Lubricator Fluid-Flow Monitor/No-Flow Timer Switch - Proflo PF1

Description and function of the Proflo PF1 monitoring device.

Electronic-Lubricator Digital No-Flow Timer Switch (DNFT)

Description of the DNFT for sensing no-flow or slow-flow conditions.

Setting and Maintaining Balance Valves

Procedure for setting and maintaining balance valves for proper pressure.

Frame Lubricating System - Description

Overview of the frame lubrication system supplying oil to running gear.

Lube Oil Strainer, Filter & Filter Installation Instructions

Instructions for installing and maintaining lube oil strainers and filters.

Lube Oil Pump & Lube Oil Pressure

Description and adjustment of the lube oil pump and pressure.

Low Oil Pressure Shutdown

Function and setting of the low oil pressure shutdown system.

Section 5: Maintenance

Connecting Rod

Information and procedures related to the connecting rod assembly.

Connecting Rod - Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the connecting rod.

Connecting Rod - Installation

Instructions for installing a new or reconditioned connecting rod.

Crosshead

Information and procedures related to the crosshead assembly.

Crosshead - Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the crosshead.

Crosshead - Installation

Instructions for installing the crosshead and related components.

Crankshaft

Procedures related to the crankshaft and its bearings.

Main Bearings - Checking Clearances

Procedure for checking main bearing jack and thrust clearances.

Crankshaft - Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the crankshaft.

Main Bearings - Removal and Installation w/Crankshaft Removed

Procedure for removing and installing main bearings with crankshaft removed.

Main Bearings - Removal and Installation w/Crankshaft In Place

Procedure for replacing main bearings one at a time with crankshaft in place.

Crankshaft - Installation

Instructions for installing the crankshaft into the frame.

Piston and Rod

Procedures related to the piston and rod assembly.

Piston and Rod - Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the piston and rod assembly.

Piston and Rod Disassembly

Procedure for disassembling the piston and rod assembly.

Piston and Rod Reassembly

Instructions for reassembling the piston and rod assembly.

Piston and Rod - Installation

Instructions for installing the piston and rod assembly into the cylinder.

Piston Rings

Information on one-piece angle cut Teflon piston rings used in cylinders.

Piston Rings - Installation

Procedure for installing piston rings.

Piston Rod Pressure Packing - Removal

Procedure for removing the piston rod pressure packing.

Piston Rod Packing - Reassembly

Instructions for reassembling piston rod packing components.

Valves

Information and procedures related to compressor valves.

Valves - Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing cylinder valves.

Valves - Reassembly

Instructions for reassembling compressor valves.

Section 6: Technical Assistance

Recommended Maintenance Intervals

Guide to the frequency of maintenance based on operating conditions.

Trouble Shooting

Common problems, possible causes, and solutions for compressor operation.

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