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Er-8 2 2
Er-8 2 2
Daily
After running a new compressor (or after a re-location, re-configuring or major overhaul) for
the first 24 hours, shutdown, vent gas system and perform a hot alignment check at coupling
within 30 minutes, while barring driver shaft to packager’s recommendations. Realign if
necessary to hold coupling hub face and rim hot alignment within 0.005 inch (0.13 mm) TIR,
except for hub O.D. >17 in. (>43 cm) angular hub-face limit is increased to 0° 1’ (0.0167°).
Also check fastener torque on gas nozzle flange, valve cap, cylinder head, compressor rod
packing flange and, if applicable, crosshead guide to frame bolting. Reference Ariel Technical
Manual, Fastener Torque Tightening Values or Toolbox Torque Chart, ER-63. After 150 hours,
repeat this fastener torque check.
4 015308 10-10-08
At Daily, added guide to frame bolting torque check for
3 014795 11-19-07
4 new/“modified” compressors after first 24 and first 150
2 014487 8-17-07
hours.
1 EC5947 ---
0 --- 5-10-94
REV DESCRIPTION
REV EC DATE REV EC DATE
PAGE 1 OF 4 ER-8.2.2
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE INTERVALS FOR
INTERMITTENT DUTY- RECIPROCATING COMPRESSORS
If bearing temperatures increase or a visual inspection of the crankcase indicates bearing
wear, check main, connecting rod and crankshaft-thrust bearing clearances. Replace
affected bearings if clearances are out of tolerances. See the Ariel Technical Manual for
instructions and clearance tolerances.
1. Check frame oil pressure. It should be 50 to 60 psig (3.5 to 4.2 barg) when at
operating temperature. Compressor inlet oil temperature is 190°F
(88°C) maximum.
2. Check frame oil level. It should be visible in the sight glass and approximately
mid-level when running, if not, determine and correct cause. Do not overfill. Check
oil makeup tank for sufficient oil supply.
3. Check lubricator block cycle time. Refer to information plate on top of lubricator
box for correct cycle time. Very dirty or wet gas may require a more frequent cycle
time than normal.
4. Check primary and secondary packing vents for blowing. If blowing, determine
cause and, if necessary, replace packing internal parts.
5. Check and correct any gas leaks.
6. Check and correct any oil leaks.
7. Check operating pressure and temperatures. If not normal, determine cause of
abnormality and correct. It is recommended that a daily log of operating
temperatures and pressure be kept for reference.
8. Check shutdown set points.
9. Low oil pressure shutdown 35 psig (2.4 barg) minimum.
10. High discharge gas temperature shutdowns are to be set within 10% or as close
as practical above the normal operating discharge temperatures, but not to
exceed the “Maximum Discharge Temperature Shutdown Setting” for the service
in which the compressor is operating.
11. High and low pressure shutdowns are to be set as close as practical.
Consideration should be given to the rod load capacity of the machine.
12. Check lubricator box oil level.
13. Check for unusual noises or vibrations.