Condux Gulfstream 35 Product Manual

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Gulfstream 35

Engine Driven Air Compressor

This manual must be read carefully before using your Condux International Inc. Gulfstream 35. Store in a

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Contents

Welcome...............................................4

General Information.........................................4

Safety....................................................5

General Safety Overview.................................5

Safety Precautions...........................................6

Specifications......................................8

Specification Sheet..........................................8

Installation & Operation......................9

Lifting................................................................9

Mounting the Compressor..............................10

Pre-Start-up Inspection Checks.....................11

Check All Fluid Levels....................................11

Machine Documentation................................11

Operating Procedure......................................11

Shutdown Procedure.....................................12

Operating Conditions.....................................12

Maintenance.......................................13

Lifetime Warranty Information........................13

Recommended Spare Parts List....................13

How To Order Parts.......................................13

Parts List........................................................14

Maintenance Chart.........................................15

Compressor Oil..............................................16

Air / Oil Coalescer .........................................16

Compressor Oil Fill, Level, and Drain............17

Belt Tensioning Procedure.............................17

Changing the Air Intake Filter........................17

Belt Replacement Procedure.........................17

Troubleshooting................................18

Machine Will Not Start....................................18

Unplanned Shutdown.....................................18

Sump Pressure Does Not Blow Down...........18

Engine Overheating.......................................18

Improper Discharge Pressure........................19

Coalescer Plugging........................................19

Oil Consumption.............................................19

High Compressor Discharge Temperature....19

Contacting Condux International, Inc...20

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Welcome

General Information

Thank you for choosing the Condux International,
Inc. Gulfstream 35 Engine Driven Air Compressor.
Before operating, carefully read this manual and
become well acquainted with your new machine.
Doing this will increase your safety and maximize
the life of the machine.

While this manual is written to be as accurate as
possible, Condux International, Inc. strives to
continually improve the efficiency and performance
of its machines. As a result, sometimes there may be
slight differences between a given version of the
manual and the machine.

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General Safety Overview

Safety

IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE OPERATING
EQUIPMENT

Remember, safety is basically common sense. While
there are standard safety rules, each situation has its
own peculiarities that cannot be covered by rules.
Therefore with your experience and common sense,
you are in a position to ensure the safety of yourself
and those around you. Lack of attention to safety can
result in: accidents, personal injury, reduction in
efficiency, and worst of all - Loss of Life. Watch for
safety hazards and correct them promptly.

Understanding the proper operation of this equipment
is critical to its safe operation. The owner, lessor, or
operator of this equipment is hereby notified and
forewarned that any failure to observe the safety and
operating guidelines may result in injury and/or

damage. Condux International, Inc. expressly
disclaims responsibility or liability for an injury or
damage caused by failure to observe the specified
precautions or by failure to exercise the ordinary
caution and due care required while operating or
handling this equipment, even though not expressly
specified.

In addition to following these safety guidelines, the
operator should follow any company specific
guidelines and procedures. Consult your immediate
supervisor for specific company safety guidelines
and/or procedures.

The following safety symbols are used throughout the
manual to draw attention to important information.
If the information is not carefully read and the
instructions are not followed, severe injury, death,

Indicate[s] an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.

Indicate[s] a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

Indicate[s] a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.

Indicate[s] a potentially unsafe situation or practice, which, if not avoided, can
result in property and/or equipment damage only

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Safety

Safety Precautions

The following safety precautions are a general guide to safe operation of the equipment.

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Safety Precautions (continued)

Read and understand the operations manual and all other safety instructions
before using this equipment. Failure to follow operating instructions and/or
failure to follow maintenance procedures and intervals could result in personal
injury, death, and/or damage to equipment and property.

Mount the compressor in a stable location capable of supporting the weight of
the machine. Slight vibration may occur during operation and the machine
may move if not securely mounted.

When using tools, maintain secure footing at all times. Do not overreach or
awkwardly use air tools.

Never place machine on a grade more than 15 degrees.

Safety

Use only Condux International, Inc. approved replacement parts or equivalent.

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