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The document outlines safe operating procedures for high pressure air compressors. It details pre-operational checks such as checking oil levels and drive belts. Operational checks include monitoring pressure gauges and listening for air leaks. Instructions are provided to start and stop the compressor, including gradually opening valves and running the pre lube oil pump after stopping.

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Sop 2

The document outlines safe operating procedures for high pressure air compressors. It details pre-operational checks such as checking oil levels and drive belts. Operational checks include monitoring pressure gauges and listening for air leaks. Instructions are provided to start and stop the compressor, including gradually opening valves and running the pre lube oil pump after stopping.

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Safe Operating Procedures (SOP)

FOR HIGH PRESSURE AIR COMPRESSORS (EOR)


PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
 Check oil level at crank case.
 Check both suction and discharge valves.
 Check all gauges.
 Check the drive belts are properly tensioned.
 Check that drive belt and pulley guards are fitted, secure and functional.
 Examine all air hoses, connections and couplings.
 Start the pre lube oil pump & check the oil leakages & oil pressure.
 Check operation of cylinder lubricator.
 The vent valve & the bypass valve should be in pen position.
 Check for any leakage.
 Give a kick start to the motor & look for any abnormal sound, also mark the direction of rotation.
 If everything is found to be ok, Start the unit and keep it running & stop the pre lube oil pump.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS

 Start the compressor noting the pressure gauge increase and the cut-in / cut-out pressure levels.
 ALWAYS OPERATE AS DIRECTED IN THE OPERATOR MANUAL.
 Listen for any air leaks from all airlines or hoses. Do not continue if there are any leaks.
 Adjust the pressure regulator to suit the particular work requirements.
 Always check these pressures at regular intervals during normal operation.
 Air hose connections must be secured and checked prior to being pressurized.
 Compressed air cleaning of machine parts must only be undertaken after all PPE and general
workshop safety precautions have been observed.
 Never direct compressed air towards the body.
 Check oil pressure of the compressor.
 Close the vent valve & bypass valve slowly.
 Check for oil; filter differential pressure.
 Check and feel the sound of all the valves in the cylinder. They should not give any knocking
sound.
 Check the full load current of the motor.

STOPPING THE COMPRESSOR


 Gradually open the bypass valve & let the unit run on suction load.
 Start the pre lube oil pump.
 Stop the unit.
 Let the pre lube oil pump run for at least 10 minutes after stopping the compressor.

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