Quincy Compressor QR-25 Series Instruction Manual page 4

WARNING !
QR-25 Series
52201-107, December 2012
•Allow ample time for the compressor to cool before performing service
procedures. Some surface temperatures exceed 350°F when the compressor
is operating.
•Per OSHA regulation 1910.147, relieve the system of all pressure before
attempting to service any part of the unit.
•Do not operate the unit with any of its safety guards, shields, or screens
removed.
•Do not remove or paint over any DANGER!, WARNING!, CAUTION!, or
instructional materials attached to the compressor. Lack of information
regarding hazardous conditions can cause property damage or personal injury.
•Periodically check all pressure relief valves for proper operation.
•Do not rebuild or change the pressure setting of the pressure relief valve, re-
strict the function of the inlet or outlet of the pressure relief valve, or replace
the pressure relief valve with a plug or any device not specifically certified
for this function.
•Do not install a shutoff valve in the compressor discharge line with out first
installing a pressure relief valve of proper size and design between the shutoff
valve and the compressor.
•Do not use plastic pipe, rubber hose, or lead-tin soldered joints in any part
of the compressed air system.
•Alterations must not be made to this compressor without Quincy Compressor's
approval.
•Be sure that all tools, shipping and installation debris have been re moved
from the compressor and installation site prior to starting the compressor.
Do not operate a Quincy Compressor in excess of 250 PSIG unless
it has been tested and certified for high pressure application by
Quincy Compressor prior to shipment.
•High pressure units (pressures exceeding 250 PSIG) require parts certified
for use in high pressure applications. When replacing parts on high pressure
units, please consult the parts manual and use only the part numbers listed
in that manual.
•Do not operate the compressor in excess of the ASME pressure vessel rating
for the receiver or the service rating of the compressor, whichever is lower.
•Make a general overall inspection of the unit daily and correct any unsafe
situations. All fasteners must be kept tight.
•Reckless behavior of any kind involving compressed air is dangerous and
can cause very serious injury to the participants.
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Quincy Compressor
3501 Wismann Lane, Quincy IL - 62305-3116