28 Storage instructions for GA compressors

The storage procedures are implemented in the factory when the machine
leaves the production line. It will protect the machine against corrosion
during shipping and transport, and during a subsequent period of some
three months in storage. Water-cooled units are drained prior to
packing/shipment ex-factory.

One should always inspect the entire machine on arrival. This instruction
applies, regardless of whether the unit is on its way to the end user or
whether it will go into further storage.

All machine components contained in the canopy are protected against

corrosion by placing of a number of "VCI plates" (volatile corrosion inhibitor)
plates inside the canopy & cubicle of the unit. These are white felt-like paper
plates having volatile chemical product. This releases a harmless vapor
which acts as a corrosion inhibitor within the enclosed air space of the
compressor canopy.

Note: for the corrosion protection to remain effective, all canopy doors must
be closed and the unit sealed off airtight with e.g. plastic sheeting which is
shipped ex-factory inside the sturdy wooden crate.

Packaging during transport and storage are designed to keep out immediate
rainfall etc. These machines should not be stored out in the open air. Keep
the protective packaging in place for as long as the unit is kept in storage.

All GA units delivered are filled with our house brand of lubricating oil:

All GA units undergo a short test run prior to leaving the production line.
This ensures that an oil film will remain behind on all moving parts during
subsequent transport and storage.

During storage periods > 3 months: turn the main motor coupling 10 turns
by hand, once every 2 weeks, to redistribute the oil film on all moving parts.
(Note: be sure to turn the coupling in the direction of the arrow cast in the
coupling housing.)
Note: never mix different kinds of oil, e.g. when topping up.