Compressor Terminology - DV Systems IS Series Installation, Maintenance, And Service Data

Please refer to the picture below, as it identifies the major components of a typical Piston Air Compressor Unit
and their function. A horizontal Unit is shown.
Compressor Pump
Compresses the air.
Check Valve
Installed between the
Aftercooler and the Tank, and
allows the compressed air to
enter the Tank, but prevents it
from flowing back out.

Compressor Terminology

Aftercooler Tube
Allows the compressed air
to cool as it transfers from
the Pump to the Tank.
Air Receiver (Tank)
Stores the compressed air.
Pump Components
Please refer to the Compressor Pump information provided in
this manual to identify the part numbers, location, and
quantities for your particular Pump model.
Beltguard
Protects personnel from the
moving parts of the Flywheel,
Pulley, and Belts.
Magnetic Starter
An electrical device which
receives a signal from the
Pressure Switch and
allows power to flow to the
Motor.
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Electric Motor
Pressure Switch
A Switch which starts and
stops the Unit at a
predetermined minimum
and maximum pressure.
Pressure Gauge
Reflects Tank pressure.
Safety Valve
Ball Valve
Discharge/outlet from
Tank.
Drain Valve
Allows the Customer to
drain moisture from the
Tank.