BLACKMER LB161B Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual
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BLACKMER LB161B Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

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COMPRESSORS
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS

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SAFETY DATA ..........................................................1
Compressor Data .................................................2
Nameplate Data ...................................................3
Maximizing Compressor Life................................4
Location and Piping..............................................5
Mounting the Compressor Unit ............................5
Stationary Compressors.......................................5
Truck Mounted Compressors ..............................5
Compressor Flywheel ..........................................6
V-Belt Drive...........................................................6
PTO Drive .............................................................6
Relief Valves.........................................................8
4-Way Valves .......................................................8
Liquid Traps ..........................................................8
Pressure Gauges .................................................9

SAFETY DATA

This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.
When you see this symbol on the product, or in the
manual, look for one of the following signal words and
be alert to the potential for personal injury or property
damage.
Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal
injury, death or major property damage.
Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal
injury, death or major property damage.
Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal injury, or
property damage.
NOTICE
Indicates special instructions which are very important
and must be followed.
LB161B
LB361B
LB162B
LB362C
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
COMPRESSOR DISASSEMBLY.............................. 13
COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY.................................... 14
VALVE REPLACEMENT........................................... 16
SEAL (PACKING) REPLACEMENT ........................ 18
BEARING REPLACEMENT...................................... 19
OIL PUMP REPLACEMENT ..................................... 20
EXTENDED STORAGE............................................. 20
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................... 21
Blackmer compressors MUST only be installed in
systems which have been designed by qualified
engineering personnel. The system MUST conform to
all applicable local and national regulations and safety
standards.
These instructions are intended to assist in the
installation and operation of Blackmer compressors
and MUST be kept with the compressor.
Blackmer compressor service and maintenance shall
be performed by qualified technicians ONLY. Service
and maintenance shall conform to all applicable local
and national regulations and safety standards.
Thoroughly review this manual, all instructions and
hazard warnings, BEFORE performing any work on
the compressor.
Maintain ALL system and compressor operation and
hazard warning decals.
For handling liquefied gas, NFPA Pamphlet 58 should
be consulted.
LB601B
LB602B
Pre-Start up Check List .......................................... 9
Start Up Procedure ............................................... 10
Service Schedule.................................................. 11
Tool List................................................................. 11
Bolt Torque Table ................................................. 12
Crankcase Lubrication.......................................... 12
Setting the Oil Pressure........................................ 12
NOTICE
2003/06 588/A

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    TROUBLESHOOTING..........21 Pressure Gauges ..........9 SAFETY DATA NOTICE Blackmer compressors MUST only be installed in This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. systems which have been designed by qualified When you see this symbol on the product, or in the engineering personnel. The system MUST conform to...

  • Page 2: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Compressor Data The models listed are single-stage, vertical, air-cooled reciprocating style compressors with single acting cylinders. Single-Seal Models LB161B LB361B LB601B Double-Seal Models LB162B LB362C LB602B Minimum / Maximum RPM *...

  • Page 3: Nameplate Data

    1. Note the nameplate data in the space provided above. 2. Obtain the appropriate parts lists for the model in question. Manuals and Parts Lists for Blackmer products may be obtained from Blackmer's website (www.blackmer.com) or be contacting Blackmer's Customer Service.

  • Page 4: Maximizing Compressor Life

    GENERAL INFORMATION An 11 character "I.D. No." identifies the construction of the compressor. VALVES Code Fields Steel, w/ Liquid Relief 1 & 2 O-RINGS Field 3 Buna-N GASKETS Field 4 Aluminum PISTON RINGS Field 5 Carbon Filled Teflon SEAL (PACKING) ORIENTATION Field 6 All Lips up SEAL MATERIAL...

  • Page 5: Installation

    Truck Mounted Compressors 3. Expansion joints, placed within 36" (0.9 m) of the Blackmer compressors may be mounted to the frame compressor, will compensate for expansion and rails of a truck/transport and driven by either a V-belt or contraction of the pipes.

  • Page 6: Compressor Flywheel

    INSTALLATION COMPRESSOR FLYWHEEL V-BELT DRIVES Blackmer compressors are fitted with flywheels which Most Blackmer compressors are driven via V-belts MUST be used regardless of the type of drive system which must be properly aligned and tensioned. employed. FAILURE TO DISCONNNECT AND...

  • Page 7: Liquefied Gas Transfer Piping Schematic

    INSTALLATION Figure 4 - Liquid Transfer Flow Schematic Figure 5 - Vapor Recovery Flow Schematic Figure 6 - Typical Liquefied Gas Transfer Compressor 588/A page 7/24...

  • Page 8: Relief Valves

    NOTICE: Liquid in the compressor cylinder can cause destruction of the compressor. LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCHES Blackmer offers a variety of liquid traps. The most Loss of crankcase oil pressure is a rare occurrence, but common variations include: can result in costly damage.

  • Page 9: Pressure Gauges

    OPERATION PRE-STARTUP CHECK LIST 5. Blackmer compressors are shipped from the factory without oil in the crankcase. Fill with a high quality non-detergent oil of the proper viscosity. "Crankcase Lubrication" in this manual.

  • Page 10: Startup Procedure

    OPERATION STARTUP PROCEDURE The oil pump on these models will operate in either NOTICE: direction of crankshaft rotation. CONSULT THE 'TROUBLESHOOTING' SECTION OF THIS MANUAL IF DIFFICULTIES DURING STARTUP ARE 2. Verify that the suction and discharge pressures are EXPERIENCED. within the expected ranges.

  • Page 11: Service Schedule

    MAINTENANCE NOTICE: Blackmer compressor service and maintenance shall be performed by qualified technicians only. Service and maintenance shall conform to all applicable local and national regulations and safety standards. SERVICE SCHEDULE Daily Weekly Monthly 6 Months Yearly Overall Visual Check...

  • Page 12: Bolt Torque Table

    MAINTENANCE BOLT TORQUES FOR BLACKMER COMPRESSORS LBS-FT (Nm) Bearing Crankcase Valve Valve Connecting Bearing Crosshead Piston Valve Size Cover Inspection Cylinder Head Cover Hold Down Rod Bolt Carrier Guide Plate Plate Plate Screw (40.7) (40.7) (47.5) (9.5) (33.9) (33.9) (27.1)

  • Page 13: Compressor Disassembly

    8. 3. Removal of the piston requires a 3" adjustable 10. Rest the crosshead assembly on a bench. spanner wrench with 1/4" pins, such as Blackmer Carefully drive the wrist pin and wrist pin plugs out PN 790316.

  • Page 14: Compressor Assembly

    Do not damage the packing when should rotate freely on the wrist pin, but should starting it over the rod. Use of a Blackmer not be loose. packing installation tool is recommended. e. Dip the wrist pin plugs in grease and press Single-Seal Models them against the ends of the wrist pin.
  • Page 15 Once to the top of the cylinder. the deflector ring is over the rod, the packing box can be fully inserted. LB161B .010" to .025" d. Install the upper packing box O-ring on the end (.254 to .635 mm of the packing box.

  • Page 16: Valve Replacement

    Verify the correct valve orientation and location. b. Center the valve cage on the valve assembly. MODELS LB161B or LB162B - see Figure 10. c. Install the hold down screw and tighten per 1. Remove the valve cap and O-ring from the valve Table 7 - "Bolt Torque."...
  • Page 17 VALVE REPLACEMENT MODELS LB361B, LB362C, LB601B or LB602B 7. To reinstall the suction valves: a. Adjust the liquid relief valve adjusting screw clockwise until the screw is flush with the top of the liquid relief valve body, or no more than 1/16"...

  • Page 18: Seal (Packing) Replacement

    SEAL (PACKING) REPLACEMENT Follow steps 1 through 6 of the "Compressor b. Install the packing rings, spring, washers, and Disassembly" section of this manual. the second retainer ring. To ease installation on the second retainer ring, use a screwdriver 1. Remove the upper and lower retainer ring from the handle and press on the last washer to packing box being serviced.

  • Page 19: Bearing Replacement

    BEARING REPLACEMENT NOTICE: When replacing the bearings, the entire c. Note the proper orientation and carefully press bearing assembly, including the bearing cup and the outboard bearing cup into the bearing the bearing cone, must be replaced. carrier assembly. d. Press a bearing cone onto each end of the 1.

  • Page 20: Oil Pump Replacement

    OIL PUMP REPLACEMENT 4. Place the spring and the drive cone in the end of the crankshaft. 5. Note the slot in the end of the crankshaft and the drive tab on the back of the oil pump assembly. Install the oil pump assembly into the bearing carrier with the tab and slot aligned.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING IF PROBLEM PROBLEM STEP PROBABLE CAUSE WHAT TO CHECK STILL EXISTS GO TO STEP ... 4-Way Valve Leaking Lubricate with a stick lubricant compatible with (when equipped) material being transferred. Check condition of rings by restricting discharge Worn or Broken Piston Rings line.
  • Page 22 Closed inlet or outlet valves can result in excess compressor surface temperature conditions. Intended Use: Blackmer compressors are intended for use in liquefied gas transfer or gas compression applications. The compressor must be operated in systems, with gasses and at conditions for which it is specifically designed and sized.
  • Page 23 NOTES 588/A page 23/24...
  • Page 24 1809 Century Avenue, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503 U.S.A. (616) 241-1611 • Fax: (616) 241-3752 • www.blackmer.com 588/A page 24/24...

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