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|certification = no
|certification = no
|hackable = no
|hackable = no
|value = $3,187.99
|model = MSW-40MAX
|model = MSW-40MAX
|serial = 0003929870
|serial = 0003929870
|arrived = 16-10-2021
|arrived = Oct. 16, 2021
|where = Boiler Room
|where = Boiler Room
|doesitwork = yes}}
|doesitwork = yes}}
The [[Schultz air compressor]] is a 10 hp two-stage compressor that feeds the shop air for both the 3719 and 3717 buildings. It was purchased to replace the [[Quincy Air Compressor]], which broke down August 26, 2021, and could not be economically repaired.
== Description ==
The compressor is a two-stage machine rated for 40 cfm at 175 psi. It has a 120 gallon tank. It is fitted with a 10 hp 3-phase motor that is fed from PP1-7 (the safety switch in the Boiler Room), which is fed from a 3-phase 60 A breaker in PP1-1. Specified weight is 836 lbs. for the whole machine.
== Operation ==
The compressor starts and stops automatically. There is also a manual on-off switch on the left side of the unit. This is a small red mushroom-head type button. Push to stop the compressor, and pull to switch on.
For servicing, use the safety switch on the wall. That switch can (and should!) also be locked out for safety.
== Maintenance ==
To be filled in later. The compressor is fitted with an hour gauge near the motor that can be used to track service.
'''There is no low-oil shutoff on this unit.''' It's critically important to watch the oil level in the sight glass, and if it gets low, top it up, or shut off the machine until it can be topped up.
=== 8-hour service ===
The compressor needs to have the initial break-in oil changed after 8 running hours. This is due at hour meter 8.0. Schultz requires the use of SAE 30 non-detergent, non-synthetic compressor oil for all oil changes.
