Description & Application; Installation - Quincy QTS Series Instruction Manual

This instruction manual, and any instructions
supplied by manufacturers of supporting equipment,
should be read and understood prior to starting the
compressor. If there are any questions, please call
your local Quincy distributor.
Safety Precautions
•Relieve the system of all pressure before servicing
any part of the unit.
•Allow ample time for the compressor to cool before
performing service procedures. Some surface tem-
peratures exceed 350°F when the compressor is
operating.
•Do not remove or paint over any DANGER!,
WARNING!, CAUTION!, or instructional mate-
rials attached to the compressor.
•Periodically check all pressure relief valves for
proper operation.
•Do not change the pressure setting of the pressure
relief valve, restrict the function of the pressure
relief valve, or replace the pressure relief valve
with a plug.
•Do not install a shutoff valve in the compressor
discharge line without first installing a pressure
relief valve of proper size and design between the
shutoff valve and the compressor.
•Do not make alterations to this compressor.
•Do not operate the compressor in excess of its
service rating.
•Prior to use, make a general overall inspection of
the unit and correct any unsafe situations. All
fasteners must be kept tight.
•If for any reason any part of the manual becomes
illegible or the manual is lost, have it replaced
immediately. The instruction manual should be
read periodically to refresh one's memory.
•Wear safety glasses during operation, service &
maintenance procedures.
DANGER !
Air used for breathing or food processing must
meet OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 or FDA 21 CFR 178.3570
regulations. Failure to do so may cause severe
injury or death.
The owner, lessor or operator of any compressor
unit manufactured by Quincy Compressor is hereby
warned that failure to observe the safety precautions
and procedures outlined in this manual may result in
serious personal injury, damage to property, and
may void your warranty. Quincy Compressor must
authorize all warranty service. Before contacting
your distributor or the factory, check the mainte-
nance requirements and the troubleshooting guide
for your compressor. Most warranty issues can be
Industrial Series
50263-106, October 2004
resolved by following proper maintenance proce-
dures.
Quincy Compressor neither states as fact, nor in
any way implies that the above list of safety pre-
cautions is an all inclusive list, the observance of
which will prevent all damage to property or injury to
personnel.
Every effort has been taken to ensure that com-
plete and correct instructions have been included in
this manual. However, possible product updates and
changes may have occurred since this printing. Quincy
Compressor reserves the right to change specifica-
tions without incurring any obligation for equipment
previously or subsequently sold.
DESCRIPTION
& APPLICATION
Industrial & Air Master QTS Series single stage
compressors and vacuum pumps are air-cooled and
splash lubricated. See appropriate parts manual for
recommended RPM operating range and pressure.
The QTS-3VAC & QTS-5VAC vacuum pumps are
approved for sweet dry natural gas applications. It is
the installers responsibility to meet the appropriate
codes and regulations for this type of installation.

INSTALLATION

Industrial & Air Master Series air compressors should
be located in an area that is clean, dry, well lighted,
and adequately ventilated. (Note: A gas engine will
produce carbon monoxide; always provide adequate
ventilation!) The compressor belt guard must not be
located closer than 12 inches to a wall, or 24 inches to
another compressor. Additional safety can be achieved
by locating the pulley drive system, with the guard,
next to the wall. Do not allow hot air from additional
equipment to blow towards the compressor.
It is recommended that the compressor be oper-
ated in temperatures under 104°F and over 32°F. In
cold climates, the compressor should be installed in
a heated building.
Read the motor nameplate to verify that the volt,
phase and hertz ratings are the same as the electrical
power supply connecting to the motor. NOTE: Do
not use a triple voltage (115/208-230) single-
phase motor or (208-230/460) 3-phase motor for
208 volts or lower. Use a 200 volt or 208 volt
motor only.
DANGER !
Under no circumstances should a compressor be
used in an area where toxic, volatile, or corrosive
agents are used or stored near the compressor.
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