Section III - Installation
Quincy Compressor-QSI
®
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Location
Locate the compressor on a level surface in a clean, well-
feet of clearance on all sides and top of the compressor)
ambient temperatures may result in a high air temperature
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WARNING!
Do not operate in temperatures below 32°F or
above the limits outlined in Appendix B - Techni-
cal Data.
Do not locate the unit where the hot exhaust air from
other compressors or heat generating equipment may be
must be exhausted outside to prevent high temperature
properly ventilated, compressor operating temperatures
CAUTION!
Clean, fresh air, of sucient quantity, is required
for proper compressor operation.
In high humidity areas, avoid placing the compressor in a
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CAUTION!
Removal or modification of sound insulation
could result in dangerously high sound levels.
Quincy QSI compressors are essentially vibration free,
however, some customers may choose to bolt the unit to
WARNING!
Under no circumstances should a compressor be
installed in an area exposed to a toxic, volatile or
corrosive atmosphere, nor should toxic, volatile or
corrosive agents be stored near the compressor.
CAUTION!
ASME coded pressure vessels must not be modi-
ed, welded, repaired, reworked or subjected to
operating conditions outside the nameplate rat-
ings. Such actions will negate code status, aect
insurance status and may cause death, serious
injury and property damage.
Piping Connections
have low strength, a low creep limit, and may, depending
hard soldering are forms of brazing and should not be
Piping Fit-up
Care must be taken to avoid assembling the piping in a