4. Pittsburgh ARS Air Compressor Maintenance Inspection Requirements.docx

Air and Breathing Air Compressor Systems Maintenance Requirements

1. Check with operating or area personnel for deficiencies

2. Review shutdown history, if applicable.

3. Perform operational check of compressor system and adjust as required.

4. Replace compressor oil and oil filter

5. Check motor(s) operation for excessive vibration, noise and overheating; lubricate motor(s)

6. Inspect Cooling system, clean cylinder cooling fins, condenser coils and air cooler on compressor.

7. Check tension, condition, and alignment of V-belts; adjust as necessary.

8. Check operation of pressure relief valves.

9. Check low pressure cut in and high pressure cut out switches.

10. Drain moisture from air storage tank and check low pressure cut-in; while draining, check discharge for indication of interior corrosion.

11. Inspect and clean air intake filter on air compressor(s); replace if necessary.

12. Inspect and clean drains

13. Inspect and clean desiccant dryers

14. Clean oil and condensate trap.

15. Check electrical system, indication lamps or gauges for proper operation if appropriate; replace burned out lamps or repair/replace gauges.

16. Clean area around equipment.

17. Fill out maintenance checklist and report deficiencies through Preventive Maintenance Report to the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative.