Bauer Compressors MAXI VERTICUS - 3.1.4 Intermediate Separators

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October 2003 Section 3 Page 21
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Figure 3.1-8 2nd Stage Intermediate Separator Figure 3.1-9 3rd Stage Intermediate Separator
WARNING
Dynamic Loading
The rapid depressurizing and repressurizing of an intermediate separator during condensate draining sub-
jects it to metallurgical stresses. To prevent catastrophic failure with the possibility of damage, injury or
death the intermediate separator must be replaced after 85,000 load cycles. A load cycle equals one depres-
surization- repressurization. The BAUER recommended frequency of condensate draining is every fifteen
minutes and is a balance between maximizing the life of the separator chamber and maintaining the quality
of the delivered air.
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