This Policy is under development and not completed for information regarding this policy contact Area Manager, Director of Field Service or Flogistix Engineering.
The purpose of this procedure is to establish the minimum requirements for adjusting the Main Frame lube oil pressure on Ariel recip compressors. This procedure shows how to adjust the main lube oil bypass located on the frame oil pump. This adjustment is required for maintaining the maximum and minimum lube oil pressure as recommended by Ariel guidelines. This applies to all Flogistix recip compressor packages equipped with Ariel compressors.
This procedure applies to all units that are in currently in service in the field, at a repair shop, and in storage yards. Flogistix Service Technicians will perform the procedure of properly adjusting the main frame lube oil pump to operate the compressor within the Ariel guidelines.
Before any work is performed a JSA must be completed according to Flogistix procedure along with any customer requirements before any work is started.
Before
Management - Management is responsible for implementing, supporting, and enforcing the requirements of this procedure to their respective locations/area.
EHSS - Responsible to assist in the implementation of this procedure and to review for effectiveness.
Employees, Contractors, Vendors, ETC. - Are responsible to follow the follow the requirements outlined in this procedure and ask for assistance
This procedure applies to all recip compressor units driven with either a Gas engine or electric motor and is applicable to all Flogistix employees, contractors, and temporary employees.
Employees should be aware that units could contain flammable and toxic gasses. Potential for the possible hazards of gas ignition or fire, hot surfaces & fluids, rotating equipment. Risk of possible concentration of H2S. Hazardous gases could be in the units pressure vessels, cooler, or associated piping and risk of inhalation of hazardous gas fumes. Environmental spill of compressor oil and possible production fluids
All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for normal Field Mechanical duties apply for this procedure. Four Gas Monitor, which is outlined in the Flogistix EHSS Manual, PPE Section 8, Procedure 8.3 This procedure applies to all units in service in the field, at a service shop, or in any storage yard.
Insure Flogistix personnel have proper safety certification as required by the Flogistix Customer.
Insure Flogistix personnel adhere to all Customers safety practices.
Proper use of required tools
All employees shall be initially trained on the following topics:
Employee Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
MSDS Online System
Emergency and First Aid procedures
Methods and Observations that may be used to detect the presence or release of a hazardous chemicals or gas in the work place
Tools & Equipment Required
All employees performing the replacement of either the gas engine or electric motor shall be required to have the listed tools to perform job tasks:
All required PPE according to Flogistix Safety Policy
Assorted end wrenches up to 3/4"
1/2" Torque wrench
Starrett Magnetic base
Two (2) Starrett Dial Test Indicators part # 196A1Z
Approvals
Field Service approved by:
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Engineering approved by:
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EHSS approved by:
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