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How to manage air compressors during holiday shutdowns

As the holiday approaches, many companies have started arranging equipment downtime for maintenance to ensure that the equipment can operate normally after the holiday. As an important equipment in industrial production, the management of air compressors during shutdown is particularly important. This article will provide you with a detailed guide for managing air compressors during holiday shutdowns.

1、 Preparation before shutdown

Before shutting down, it is important to ensure that the air compressor has completed all production tasks and undergone necessary daily maintenance. This includes checking the oil level, cleaning the air filter, inspecting the cooling system, etc. In addition, the following operations need to be performed:

Discharge condensate: After turning off the air compressor, open the drain valve to completely drain the condensate to prevent corrosion and bacterial growth.

Cut off power: Ensure that the air compressor is completely powered off and hang a warning sign at the power switch that reads' Equipment maintenance, no closing '.

Close the intake and exhaust valves: Close the intake and exhaust valves to prevent external air from entering the system.

Record operating data: Record the operating data before shutdown, including pressure, temperature, operating time, etc., for comparative analysis after the holiday.

2、 Maintenance during downtime

Clean the body and components: Use downtime to thoroughly clean the air compressor, including the body, cooler, oil filter, etc. Cleaning can effectively extend the service life of equipment.

Check and tighten bolts: Check if all bolts are tightened, especially those in key parts such as motors and couplings.

Replace consumables: Replace consumables such as air filters, oil filters, and oil-gas separators according to the equipment's operating time and maintenance plan.

Check the lubrication system: Check the oil level and quality of the lubricating oil, and replace it if necessary. At the same time, check the sealing of the lubrication system to ensure no leakage.

Check the electrical system: Check that all electrical components are functional, safe, and reliable.

Rust prevention treatment: For air compressors that have been shut down for a long time, it is recommended to carry out rust prevention treatment, such as spraying rust prevention oil, wrapping rust prevention film, etc.

3、 Safety measures during downtime

Prevent unauthorized start-up: Hang a warning sign on the air compressor stating "Equipment maintenance, no closing" and ensure that the power switch is locked.

Fire and theft prevention: Ensure that there is no fire source around the air compressor during shutdown, and arrange for a dedicated person to guard if necessary. At the same time, check if the doors and windows are closed to prevent theft.

Regular inspection: Even if the equipment is in a shutdown state, regular inspections should be conducted to check for any abnormal conditions, such as leaks, odors, etc.

4、 Preparation work before starting up after the holiday

Check the appearance of the equipment: Check whether there is any damage or abnormality in the appearance of the equipment, especially the cooler and oil filter.

Check the electrical system: Check if the electrical circuits and connectors are normal, and ensure that the power switch is unlocked.

Check the lubrication system: Check the oil level and quality of the lubricating oil, and supplement or replace it if necessary.

Check the cooling system: Check the cleanliness of the cooler and the flow rate of the cooling water to ensure that the cooling system is working properly.

Slow start: Before starting the machine, manually turn it on to ensure there are no abnormalities before proceeding with the slow start. After startup, closely observe the operation of the equipment to ensure everything is normal.

The management of air compressors during the holiday shutdown period is a systematic and meticulous task that requires preparation before shutdown and the shutdown period