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Section 3 - Maintenance - Reciprocating Gas Compession
Section 3 - Maintenance - Reciprocating Gas Compession
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The unit will operate as designed with built in safety controls to protect the specific components of
the equipment in case of malfunction.
It requires only routine inspection and maintenance. However, the maintenance of an adequate log
will indicate small changes in performance and provide early warning of possible malfunction.
4. Any pipe or vessel showing rust should be cleaned and painted. Repair insulation as
required.
5. Use machinery manufacturer's recommended lubricants.
6. Maintain correct belt tension on all drives. Check couplings on direct driven units.
7. Monthly oil analysis should be performed (Increase frequency under extreme conditions).
8. Rotating equipment should be checked for wear by qualified personal as per the OEM
recommendations.
9. Maintain correct water treatment as required.
10. Maintain compressor lube oil levels, but do not fill above recommended level. Please consult
the operation and maintenance section for additional information.
11. Safety guards must be in place after any service and before operating.
12. Keep all equipment and the machinery room clean.
13. Never close valves on pressure operated safety controls or "shunt out" electrical control
circuits. Repair or replace defective controls as soon as possible.
14. Locate and repair all oil leaks promptly.
15. High quality oil will ensure longevity and reliability. Oil quality will rapidly deteriorate in
systems containing moisture, air, H2S or other contaminates. Monthly oil analysis is to be
performed by a lab that specializes in this procedure as a minimum.
16. The driver will require routine maintenance as listed in the manufacturer manual in the
driver section. An optional used oil storage tank is often provided in the outer edge of the
skid. This tank is normally sized to provide capacity for four oil changes.
It remains the Operator’s responsibility to continually monitor the package for harmful
vibration levels and to advise the necessary parties, for implementation of corrective actions,
as soon as possible.
The compressor and the unit should be routinely serviced by a qualified mechanic.
For packages with multiple compressors, a log for each compression system and the each
compressor should be maintained.
The following section is for the Reciprocating Compressor Only. Refer to the manufacturers
recommended maintenance (contained in this manual) for other components of the system.
UNITS
COMPRESSOR SUCTION PRESSURE
SUCTION TEMPERATURE
1st Stage DISCHARGE PRESSURE
1st Stage DISCHARGE TEMPERATURE
2nd Stage SUCTION PRESSURE
2nd Stage SUCTION TEMPERATURE
2nd Stage DISCHARGE PRESSURE
2nd Stage DISCHARGE TEMPERATURE
3rd Stage SUCTION PRESSURE
3rd Stage SUCTION TEMPERATURE
3rd Stage DISCHARGE PRESSURE
3rd Stage DISCHARGE TEMPERATURE
FRAME OIL PRESSURE
FRAME OIL LEVEL
LUBRICATOR BLOCK
MOVEMENT
PRIMARY PACKING VENT
BLOWING
SECONDARY PACKING
VENT BLOWING
VISIBLE OIL LEAKS
RECIPROCATING COMPRESSOR / OPERATING LOG SHEET
SEPARATORS SEPARATOR
TEMPERATURE
LEVEL (% OF GLASS)
ELEMENT PRESS DROP
DRIVER AMPS
(If applicable) TEMPERATURE
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