Section 4
INSTALLATION
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4.1 LOCATION OF COMPRESSOR
T h e E S --- 6 S e r i e s c o m p r e s s o r p a c k a g e m a y b e
placed on any level surface able to support its
weight. The unit should be bolted to a fixed mount-
ing s urface to avoid the possibility of externally
applied forces or vibration which would disturb the
piping or wiring.
4.2 VENTILATION AND COOLING
Select a location to permit sufficient unobstructed
air flow in and out of the compressor to keep the op-
erating temperature stable. The minimum distance
that the machine should be from surrounding walls
is what is needed for service and 91.5 cm or more
from the fan air discharge end of the compressor.
4.3 SERVICE AIR PIPING
Service air piping should be installed as shown in
F i g u r e 4 --- 1 . A s h u t --- o f f v a l v e s h o u l d b e i n s t a l l e d t o
isolate the compressor from the service line. Also
notice that the service line should be equipped with
water legs and condensate drains throughout the
system.
WARNING
!
“The Plastic Pipe Institute recommends against
the use of thermoplastic pipe to transport com-
pressed air or other compresse d gases in ex-
posed above ground locations, e.g. in exposed
plant piping.” (I)
Sullube should not be used with PVC piping sys-
tems. It may affect the bond at cemented joints.
Certain other plastic materials may also be af-
fected.
(I) Plastic Pipe Institute, Recommendation B, Adopted Janu-
ary 19, 1972.
4.4 FLUID LEVEL CHECK AND CHANGE PROCE-
DURE
The Sullair air compressor is equipped with the
proper amount of fluid. However, it is necessary to
check the fluid level at installation. The level is
checked by looking a t t he fluid level sight glass lo-
catedontheendbell.SeeFigure2---1.
If the sump is properly filled, the fluid level should
cover 1/4 to 1/2 of the sight glass during operation.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
WARNING
!
Before attempting compressor maintenance,
disconnect compressor from power source and
lock out power source. Isolate compressor from
line pressure by closing recommended dis-
charge shutoff valve and releasing all internal
pressure from compressor.
WARNING
!
Assure that line pressure gauge on compressor
indicates “ZERO” pressure before any work is
done. Failure to comply may cause injury.
When the compressor fluid is ready to be changed,
the compressor needs to be shutdown with the
Figure 4 ---1 Service Air Piping
CUSTOMER SUPPLIED
EQUIPMENT
**REQUIRED FOR COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION WITHOUT AN AIR DRYER.
*REQUIRED WHEN COMPRESSOR IS INSTALLED WITH A N AIR DRYER.
SHUT---OFF VALVE
(GATE VALVE
RECOMMENDED)
BY --- P ASS
VAL VES*
DRYER
(OPTIONAL)
MOISTURE
SEPARATOR
AND TRAP
TRAP
MOISTURE
DRAIN**
WATER
LEG**
AIR OUTLETS
(NEVER TAKE AIR
FROM BOTTOM
OF PIPE)
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