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Contaminated oils

Compressor lubricants can become very acidic due to chemical reactions that sometimes take place within the system. Always be cautious when handling these lubricants and wear protective gloves and protective glasses. The oil should be treated as hazardous waste and disposed of using a company that provides services for disposing of hazardous chemicals and oils.

Never bypass pressure controls

Bypassing a high-pressure control can lead to a dangerous situation, especially when the system is left unsupervised. High-pressure controls must never be bypassed under any circumstances. They are required to prevent the compressor from operating outside of its intended envelope. The next layer of safety after the high-pressure switch are the pressure relief valves on the compressors and the system.

Drive belts, pulleys and couplings

After working with belts and pulleys (that is adjusting drive belts and so on), be sure to re-install all protective guards. Moving belts and pulleys can present a very dangerous situation resulting in serious injuries or even death when these components are left exposed.

Compressors driven directly by means of a coupling generally have a protective screen or mesh that covers the access areas to the coupling. Again, always ensure these protective guards are re-installed after performing service to the equipment.

Variable speed drives

Variable speed drives convert voltage from the AC input mains and convert them to DC voltage and store this in a capacitor bank. When a VFD is powered down, the capacitors will continue to hold a charge. This charge will bleed over time. An indicator light on the front panel of the VFD will be lit while there is a charge present. Never attempt to open a VFD before ensuring the charge has dissipated.