Task 2-Safety and Faults Ow You have been commissioned to produce two leaflets.

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Task 2-Safety and Faults Ow You have been commissioned to produce two leaflets. One is to be entitled The Safe Operation of Reciprocating Air Compressors" and the other "The Principle Causes of Faults in Reciprocating of Air Compressors". 1. Undertake an in-depth investigation into the safety risks associated with reciprocating air compressors and produce a draft safety leaflet 2. Undertake an in-depth investigation into the main causes of faults associated with reciprocating air compressors and produce a draft faults leaflet. The style and format should be clear and professional making sure you cover the principle points of the topic area using both text and appropriate diagrams/pictures. esearch + lotes

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2.AIR COMPRESSOR PROBLEMS

a)excessive noise and vibration

b)overheating of discharged air

c)oil carry over in air

d)leakege from relief valve

Safety Requirements for Operating & Maintaining Compressed Air Machinery:

All components of compressed air systems should be inspected regularly by qualified and trained employees. Maintenance superintendents should check with state and/or insurance companies to determine if they require their own inspection of this equipment. Operators need to be aware of the following:

Air receivers:

The maximum allowable working pressures of air receivers should never be exceeded except when being tested. Only hydrostatically tested and approved tanks shall be used as air receivers.

Air Distribution Lines:

Pressure regulation Devices:

Air Compressor Operation:

Compressed Air Equipment Maintenance:

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