FOR MODELS: JGI, JGM, JGN, JGP AND JGQ SECTION 3 - START UP
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START-UP CHECK LIST - ITEMS TO CHECK IN THE FIELD AT COMMISSIONING
Description Date Checked Date Verified
1. Check and verify the top cover data plate of the compres-
sor frame for compressor design limitations such as rod
load, maximum and minimum speed, and maximum lube
oil temperature.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
2. Check and verify the availability of correct start-up spares,
hand tools, special tools, compressor parts list and draw-
ings, and technical manuals at installation.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
3. Check and verify the Ariel lube sheet and Lubrication
Specification matches the recommended oil grade and vis-
cosity for the service.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
4. Check and verify all lube oil piping cleanliness per Ariel
lubrication specifications (see Technical Manual, Section
4).
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
5. Verify lube oil storage and supply line cleanliness per ER-
56.06. Verify crankcase oil supply isolation valve is open.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
6. Verify prelube piping cleanliness per ER-56.06 and correct
circuit operation.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
7. Verify there is an oil cooler and high temperature shut-
down for the oil into the compressor frame.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
8. Verify whether the temperature control valve installation is
blending or diverting (blending preferred). _____________
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
9. Check compressor crankcase oil level controller for proper
installation, operation, levelness, and venting.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
10. If applicable, check cooling water circuit cleanliness for the
oil cooler and cooled packing per Technical Manual. Verify
correct routing and test pump rotation. Set pressure appro-
priately per Technical Manual and leak test.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
11. Verify correct filter element installation. Prime the oil filter
element and all lube oil piping with oil.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
12. Verify proper compressor crankcase oil level before start-
ing (about 7/8 full in site glass).
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
13. Verify correct installation of a low oil pressure shutdown
tubed to the downstream side of the oil filter.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
14. Operate pre-lube system.
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
15. OPTIONAL STEP: Record “out of plane” readings (pre-grout) - see ER-82.
Drive End _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ Auxiliary End
_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________
16. Record soft foot readings. More than 0.002 inches (0.05 mm) pull-down on any frame foot requires cor-
rection. See Technical Manual.
Drive End _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ Auxiliary End
_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________
Commissioning Agent:
__________________
Distributor:___________