Pumps and Hydraulics, Part 2 (of 2)

by N. Hawkins

Fig. 375.

Note.—Arrows on the water pipes show the direction of the water circulation. When the pistons move as indicated by the arrow on the piston rod, steam and air circulate in the direction shown by arrows in the cylinders.

A—Inlet Conduit for Cold Air.

B—Removable Hoods of Wood.

C—Inlet Valve.

D—Intake Cylinder.

E—Discharge Valve.

F—Inter-cooler.

G—Compressing Cylinder.