CompAir Mako Breathing Air Module BAM Owner’s Manual – Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Description

CompAir Mako Breathing Air Module BAM Owner’s Manual

The CompAir Mako Breathing Air Module BAM Owner’s Manual – Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting is a detailed technical reference for the Mako Breathing Air Module compressor system. It covers the BAM compressor package from the basic air-flow path and major components through installation, startup, normal operation, scheduled maintenance, adjustments, fault diagnosis and optional air-monitoring equipment. The manual addresses both three-stage and four-stage compressor arrangements and identifies the BAM04, BAM05, BAM06, BAM06H, BAM07, BAM07H, BAM08, BAM08H, BAM09 and BAM09H models in its operating and purification data.

The Breathing Air Module is described as an integrated system that draws atmospheric air, compresses it through multiple air-cooled stages, removes moisture between stages, rejects heat through intercoolers and an aftercooler, separates condensate and processes the final air stream through its purification system. The manual explains how these subsystems work together and gives the procedures and settings needed to operate and maintain the equipment safely.

File Details

• Manual type: Owners Manual
• Brand: CompAir Mako
• Models covered: BAM04, BAM05, BAM06, BAM06H, BAM07, BAM07H, BAM08, BAM08H, BAM09, BAM09H
• Language: English
• Page count: 120 pages
• File format: PDF

Breathing Air Module System Coverage

The manual begins with the complete compressor package and its component relationships. Illustrated views identify the intake air filter, compressor, electric motor, auto drain, moisture collection reservoir, separators, purification system, electrical box and the control and monitoring equipment. Separate figures show compressor-compartment access, motor and compressor suspension, cooling-air flow, component relationships and the logical path taken by air through the system.

Both compressor arrangements receive dedicated coverage. The four-stage machine section traces air from the 10 micron inlet filter through the first, second, third and fourth compression stages, intercoolers, inter-stage separators, aftercooler and final separator. The manual records approximate inter-stage pressures of 45 psi after the first stage, 230 psi after the second stage and 1050 psi entering the third-stage portion of the four-stage process, before final compression to the pressure established by the system air switch. Three-stage construction and flow are also illustrated, including its different separator and intercooler arrangement and its W configuration.

Purification, Moisture Removal and Auto Drain Systems

A substantial part of this CompAir Mako BAM manual is devoted to moisture management and breathing-air purification. The auto drain system is described from the separators through the piston-type drain valves, solenoid, timer, muffler and reservoir. Its normal periodic blowdown function, unloaded starting behavior and troubleshooting procedures are included.

The purification section explains the available MK-series configurations and their cartridge arrangements. Configurations identified include MK1C, MK2C, MK4C, MK5C, MK8C and MK10C. The manual provides approximate cartridge service-life information by BAM model, describes the functions of molecular sieve, charcoal and catalyst-containing cartridges, and gives a detailed illustrated cartridge replacement procedure. That procedure covers depressurizing the purification system, removing cartridges, inspecting and drying chambers, installing replacement cartridges, servicing top-plug O-rings and threads, drying passageways and returning the system to operating condition.

Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical System

Control-panel information is provided separately for three-stage and four-stage BAM machines. The manual identifies stage-pressure gauges, oil-pressure indication on applicable machines, high-air-pressure and high-air-temperature status lights, emergency stop, hour meter, inlet-filter differential-pressure indication and optional monitoring equipment.

The electrical section explains the relationship between the high-voltage power block and the 12-volt control circuitry. High-voltage configurations shown include 208, 230, 460 and 575 volts depending on machine configuration. Component-location information, electrical-panel illustrations and a motor, starter and heater table are included for compressor models based on 5404, 5405, 5406, 5407, 5408 and 5409 compressor arrangements.

Installation, Startup and Normal Operation

The CompAir Mako Breathing Air Module BAM Owner’s Manual gives practical installation guidance for machine location, cooling-air requirements, electrical supply, auto-drain reservoir disposal and remote compressor intake routing. Remote-air-intake instructions include pipe-sizing guidance, intake filter placement, condensate drainage and installation illustrations.

The initial startup procedure walks through installation checks, compressor rotation, oil level, purification cartridge preparation, CO/moisture indicator preparation, stage-pressure observation and oil-pressure checks. It also covers system purging before SCBA/SCUBA bottle charging, checking the pressure switch, allowing new filters to reach their operating condition and checking air purity with installed monitoring equipment.

The normal operating section provides a concise operating sequence, including checking compressor oil before starting, observing pressure, operating the CO monitor when fitted and understanding automatic shutdown and restart behavior at the prescribed system pressure.

Maintenance Procedures and Adjustments

The maintenance program is organized by operating interval. The schedule includes checks performed whenever the machine is operated, weekly inspection, first 25-hour and 50-hour service, and maintenance at 500, 1000, 1500, 2000 and 3000 running hours. Tasks include oil and leak checks, stage-pressure observation, belt alignment and tension, oil and filter changes, compressor-valve service, final-stage component work, cooler cleaning, separator testing and broader mechanical inspection.

Illustrated procedures go well beyond routine inspection. The manual covers final separator cleaning and inspection, filter cartridge replacement, window-type CO/moisture indicator maintenance, pressure maintaining valve adjustment, belt and pulley alignment, adjustable safety valve service, compressor air-switch adjustment, oil-pressure switch adjustment, oil-pressure regulator adjustment and oil-pressure stabilization. Lubricant guidance is also provided for Mako synthetic oils according to ambient operating temperature.

Chapters Covered

• 1.0 General Description
  • Compressor Module
  • Flow and Component Relationship Diagrams
• 2.0 Main Components
  • Compressor and Internal Flow Path
  • Valves and Lubrication
  • Auto Drain System and Components
  • Auto Drain Monitor
  • Purification System and Purification System Size
• 3.0 Instrumentation and Controls
  • Compressor Control Panel
  • CO/Moisture Indicator
  • Low Pressure Regulator
• 4.0 Electric System
• 5.0 Installation and Start-Up Procedures
  • Machine Location
  • Power Supply
  • Reservoir Drain
  • Remote Air Intake Installation
  • Initial Startup Procedure
• 6.0 BAM Operating Procedures
• 7.0 Maintenance
  • Maintenance Schedule
  • Final Separator Service
  • Filter Cartridge Replacement
  • CO/Moisture Indicator Maintenance
  • Pressure Maintaining Valve Adjustment
  • Belt Adjustment
  • Adjustable Safety Valve
  • Compressor Air Switch
  • Oil Pressure Switch Adjustment
  • Oil Pressure Regulator Adjustment
  • Oil Pressure Stabilization
  • Lubrication
  • Compressor Valve Service
• 8.0 Trouble Diagnosis
  • Fault / Probable Cause Tabulation
  • Auto Drain Trouble Diagnosis and Adjustment
  • Electrical Fault Diagnosis
• 9.0 BAM Options
  • CO Monitor and Calibration Kit
  • CO Monitor Display, Calibration and Maintenance
  • CO Monitor Power Supply and Shutdown Functions
  • Cartridge Monitoring System and Maintenance
  • Panel Light
  • Shutdown Audible Alarm Options
  • Maintenance Timer
  • Motor Overload Light

Together, these chapters provide a working reference for understanding compressor airflow, moisture separation, purification, electrical and control logic, routine operation, component servicing and systematic diagnosis of compressor and air-quality problems.

Troubleshooting and Air Monitoring

The troubleshooting section uses fault, probable-cause and corrective-action tables to address excessive stage pressure, insufficient pressure or volume, overheating, excessive noise, vibration, low oil pressure, failure to start, excessive wear, cartridge problems, high moisture, elevated carbon dioxide, elevated carbon monoxide and excessive oil mist. Separate procedures cover auto-drain electrical and mechanical diagnosis and adjustment of the drain timer.

Electrical fault diagnosis includes checks of the power supply, fuses, starter, control switches, wiring, relays, timers and the 12 VDC control system. The manual also provides extensive coverage of the optional CO Monitor, including its 0 to 50 ppm display range, 10 ppm shutdown setting, calibration gases, display modes, zero and span calibration procedure, filter-screen cleaning, sensor replacement and alarm/shutdown operation.

The optional Cartridge Monitoring System receives its own operating and troubleshooting coverage. The CMS monitors moisture in air leaving the purification system, warns as the drying agent approaches its limit, can shut the compressor down when the moisture limit is reached and can detect the absence of a purification cartridge. Status-light behavior, stabilization timing and troubleshooting tables are included.

Keep the Mako BAM Operating and Serviced Correctly

The CompAir Mako Breathing Air Module BAM Owner’s Manual – Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting gives operators and technicians the procedures needed to install, start, operate, inspect, service and diagnose the BAM breathing-air compressor system using the pressures, adjustments, maintenance intervals and component relationships documented for this equipment. It is particularly useful when working on purification cartridges, separators, auto drains, compressor controls, belt alignment, oil-pressure systems, air-pressure switches, electrical faults, CO monitoring and moisture-monitoring equipment.

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Using the documented procedures and settings helps avoid guesswork when maintaining a high-pressure breathing-air system and provides a single reference for both normal servicing and fault investigation. The manual is supplied as an instant PDF download after purchase, with no physical shipping required. It can be opened on compatible computers, tablets and phones and printed when a paper workshop reference is preferred.