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General| Brand | Ariel |
|---|---|
| Model | JGR/2 |
| Category | Air Compressor |
| Language | English |
General info on Ariel compressors, design for ease of operation and maintenance.
Technical specifications and frame details for JGW/JGR models.
Details on identification plates, including model, serial number, and safety information.
Critical safety warnings and precautions for operating and maintaining the compressor.
Table of specified clearances for various components in inches and millimeters.
Specifications for piston and packing ring side clearances for different materials.
Torque values for various fasteners used in Ariel compressors.
Guidelines for accurate fastener tightening and proper torque wrench usage.
Details on Ariel-supplied bolts and their compatibility with compressor components.
Info on Amot 4103 valve and electrical instrumentation settings for alarms/shutdowns.
Overview of critical installation considerations and requirements for the compressor.
Steps for properly setting and aligning the compressor on its skid for optimal performance.
Procedure for setting the compressor frame mounting bolts and adjusting shims.
Methods and procedural concerns for achieving proper compressor and driver alignment.
Importance of open, functional vents and drains for safe compressor operation.
General guidance on ensuring proper start-up by following checklists and manuals.
Detailed checklist of items to verify before starting the compressor unit.
Definition of MAWP and its importance for cylinder operation limitations.
Guidelines for setting relief valves per API SPEC 11P for compressor safety.
Procedures for filling the oil sump and priming the lube oil system before starting.
Instructions for filling the compressor sump to the correct oil level.
Steps to ensure the lube oil system is filled with oil before startup.
Procedure for adjusting the force feed lubricator rates for break-in and normal operation.
Conditions requiring recalculation of performance, pressures, and lube rates.
Overview of the six functions of lubrication in a compressor and its importance.
Requirements for oil cooler sizing and installation for proper compressor operation.
Considerations for safely starting compressors in cold ambient temperatures.
Requirements for prelube pumps on electric/unattended units to ensure oil flow.
Properties and applications of synthetic lubricants for compressor use.
Recommended mineral oils for compressor frames, viscosity, and maintenance.
Factors influencing cylinder oil dilution and selection recommendations for gas streams.
Description of the force feed lubrication system and its components.
Procedure for adjusting force feed lubricator pump rates based on cycle time.
Information on blow-out fitting assemblies and replacement rupture disks.
Description and function of divider valves in the lubrication system.
Details on the DNFT switch for sensing no-flow or slow-flow lubrication conditions.
Step-by-step instructions for assembling divider valves and baseplates.
Explanation of how divider valves distribute lubricant to multiple points.
Operating the force feed lubrication system and understanding running conditions.
Procedures for checking and priming the force feed lubrication system.
Ensuring proper oil level and understanding conditions for optimal performance.
General guidelines for optimizing force-feed lubrication system operation.
Use of balance valves in high differential-pressure distribution blocks.
Procedure for setting and maintaining balance valves for proper system pressure.
Checking and adjusting balance valves after initial start-up to ensure system balance.
Description of the frame lubrication system, oil cooler, and filter.
Instructions for installing and maintaining lube oil strainers and filters.
Location and cleaning instructions for the lube oil strainer basket.
Recommendations for replacing filter elements and installation instructions.
Description and adjustment of the lube oil pump and pressure settings.
Notes on normal lube oil pressure settings for JGW/JGR and JGJ compressors.
Setting and function of the low oil pressure shutdown switch.
Re-assembly and testing procedures for water-cooled rod packing cases.
Steps for reassembling lapped packing cases, ensuring proper ring placement.
Procedures for testing internal passages and pressure leak testing packing cases.
Effects of ethylene glycol contamination on compressor oil and cleaning procedures.
Cleaning procedures for non-lube cylinders and their components before installation.
Overview of major frame components and general maintenance practices.
Step-by-step procedure for removing the connecting rod from the compressor.
Procedures for removing and installing crank pin bearings and connecting rod bushings.
Description and inspection criteria for crank pin bearings.
Procedure for checking and replacing the connecting rod bushing.
Detailed steps for installing the connecting rod assembly into the compressor.
Procedure for removing the crosshead from the compressor crosshead guide.
Steps for installing the crosshead assembly into the compressor.
Procedure for removing the crankshaft from the compressor crankcase.
Instructions for removing and installing the crankshaft oil slinger.
Procedure for removing and installing the crankshaft chain sprocket.
Procedures for removing and installing main bearings, checking for wear.
Detailed steps for installing the crankshaft assembly into the crankcase.
Description of the chain drive system, its components, and lubrication.
Overview of the chain drive system, its function, and lubrication.
Procedure for adjusting the chain tension in the drive system.
Guidelines for replacing the drive chain and sprockets when worn or damaged.
Procedure for replacing the chain idler sprocket assembly.
Procedure for replacing the lube oil pump chain sprocket.
Procedure for replacing the force feed lubricator chain sprocket.
Step-by-step procedure for removing the piston and rod assembly from the cylinder.
Procedures for disassembling and reassembling the piston and rod.
Steps for disassembling the piston and rod assembly, with notes on fixtures.
Steps for cleaning and reassembling piston and rod components.
Detailed steps for installing the piston and rod assembly into the cylinder.
Procedure for checking and measuring piston rod run out after maintenance.
Types of piston rings used, their characteristics, and installation notes.
Information on Teflon wear bands, their purpose, and wear determination.
How to check wear band projection to prevent cylinder bore contact.
Steps for installing piston rings onto the piston.
Procedure for installing the wear band onto the piston.
Procedure for removing piston rod pressure packing and related components.
Steps for reassembling piston rod packing components, including inspection.
Details on Type 'P' Pressure Breaker rings, their material and function.
Description of Type 'BTR' single acting seal sets, their components and gaps.
Description of Type 'BD' double acting seal sets, their application and installation.
Description of Type '3RWS' oil wiper sets, their purpose and assembly.
Description of Type 'AL' double acting seal sets, their design for gas purge applications.
General arrangement of packing rings, oil supply, and vent locations.
General information on Ariel valves manufactured by Hoerbiger Corporation.
Procedure for safely removing valve caps and valve assemblies from the cylinder.
Notes on valve maintenance, referencing assembly drawings and springs.
Steps for correctly reassembling valve components, including gaskets and retainers.
Proper technique for tightening valve cap bolts, especially for high pressure applications.
Information on VVCP removal, disassembly, and reassembly procedures.
Procedure for removing the VVCP from the cylinder.
Steps for disassembling the VVCP, including the hand wheel and stem.
Procedures for cleaning and replacing VVCP packing and related components.
Consulting packager instructions for setting VVCP clearance volume.
Re-assembly and testing procedures for water-cooled rod packing cases.
Steps for reassembling lapped packing cases, ensuring proper ring placement.
Procedures for testing internal passages and pressure leak testing packing cases.
Effects of ethylene glycol contamination on compressor oil and cleaning procedures.
Cleaning procedures for non-lube cylinders and their components before installation.
Guide to maintenance frequency based on operating hours, environment, and gas conditions.
Daily checks for oil pressure, level, lubricator, vents, leaks, and operating parameters.
Monthly checks for safety shutdowns and cylinder inspection for rated units.
6-month or 4000-hour maintenance tasks, including oil changes and filter cleaning.
Yearly or 8000-hour maintenance tasks, checking bearing and crosshead clearances.
Maintenance tasks required every 2 years or 16,000 hours of operation.
Maintenance tasks required every 4 years or 32,000 hours of operation.
Maintenance tasks required every 6 years or 48,000 hours of operation.
Common problems encountered during operation and their possible causes.
List of Ariel furnished and optional tools required for compressor maintenance.
List of tools provided with each compressor unit.
List of optional tools available for specific operations.
List of standard hand tools commonly required for working on Ariel compressors.
Defines terms, abbreviations, and provides unit conversion factors to SI metric.
Table of common abbreviations used in gas analysis, with chemical formulas.
Information on Ariel's training programs and customized training options.
Information on Ariel's technical bulletins and how to obtain them.
Contact information for Ariel Corporation, including switchboard, fax, and service numbers.
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