Introduction - Sullair 1600H User Manual

2.1

INTRODUCTION

Sullair Portable Air Compressor models offer
superior performance and reliability while requiring
only minimal maintenance.
The compressor is equipped with a Sullair rotary
screw compressor unit. Compared to other
compressors, the Sullair is unique in mechanical
reliability and compressor durability. No inspection is
required of the working parts within the compressor
unit.
As you continue reading this manual and come to
learn how the compressor operates and is cared for,
you will see how surprisingly easy it is to keep a
Sullair compressor in top operating condition.
Read Section 5: Maintenance to keep your
compressor in top operating condition. Should any
problem or question arise which cannot be answered
in this text, contact your nearest Sullair
representative or the Sullair Corporation Service
Department.
2.2 DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS
Refer to Figure 2-1. The components and assemblies
of the Sullair Portable Air Compressor models are
clearly shown. The package includes a compressor,
diesel engine, compressor inlet system, compressor
cooling and lubrication system, compressor
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discharge system, capacity control system,
instrument panel and electrical system. The machine
is also supplied with sound deadening insulation to
lower noise emissions to meet EPA or CE, and/or
any Federal, State, or local noise requirement. The
Sullair compressor unit is driven by an industrial
engine designed to provide enough horsepower at
rated conditions. Refer to the Engine Operator's
Manual for a more detailed description of the engine.
The engine cooling system is comprised of a radiator,
high capacity fan and thermostats. The high capacity
fan draws air through the radiator, keeping the
engine at the proper operating temperature.
The same fan also cools the fluid in the compressor
cooling and lubrication system. Prior to passing
through the radiator, the fan air also passes through
the compressor fluid cooler (which is mounted
adjacent to the radiator). As air passes through the
cooler, the heat of compression is removed from the
fluid.
The same fan also cools the engine intake air supply
by passing air through an air to air aftercooler. As air
passes through the aftercooler heat is removed
which was introduced by the engine's turbo charger.
The engine is coupled to the compressor unit with a
non-lubricated, vulcanized rubber disk and a drive
flange-type coupling.
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