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Table 38 (Continued)
Inspection
Action
(1), (2)
Mechanical and
Inspect, clean, and repair or replace
Q
electrical controls
worn parts.
Inspect, clean, repair, and adjust.
SA
Engine, vapor
compressors, vent
exchanger, cooler
system, etc.
Entire unit
Check, clean, repair, and paint as
A
necessary.
(1) Q-Quarterly; SA-Semiannually; A-Annually; V-Variable, as conditions may
indicate.
(2) The frequencies shown are suggested frequencies that may be modified by local
command, as individual installation conditions warrant.
11.5.14
Valves. See par. 8.3.2.
11.5.15
Pumps. See par. 6.5.
11.5.16
Compressors. Table 39 is a checklist of the procedures for maintaining
compressors. Note that these procedures are general. Always read and follow the
manufacturer's instructions for mechanical equipment.
11.6
Lubrication
11.6.1
General Information. Proper lubrication prevents damage to wearing
surfaces, reduces the maintenance required, and cuts power costs and equipment
outages. The instructions that follow list the recommended lubricants for various uses.
Directions for lubricating specific equipment are presented in tabular form and, where
desirable, are repeated in the text that applies to the specific equipment items. These
instructions may be modified by the operator to meet individual situations, but in
general such modifications require the approval of the utility manager.
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