AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

All auxiliary equipment that services the air compressor or is serviced by the compressor requires periodic scheduled maintenance. Air filters should be checked and cleaned at least once a month. Silencers should be checked twice a year for corrosion, paint, and gasket damage. Intercoolers and aftercoolers must be inspected for scale buildup in hub leaks and so forth. In general, all auxiliary equipment must be placed on a schedule for inspection and periodic maintenance.

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Distribution systems require a minimum of maintenance. Checking valve operation, hose connecters, draining condensation (manual or automatic), protecting piping from damage, and repairing leaks are the most common considerations in a maintenance plan.

Procedures applicable to the preventive maintenance inspections for compressed air plants can be found in NAVFAC MO 209, Steam, Hot Water, and Compressed Air and NAVFAC P717, Preventive/Recurring Maintenance Handbook. For more involved technical maintenance, such as overhauls, make sure competent personnel are trained before they are needed. Again, follow the manufacturer's manual to repair any air compressor component.

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