Synthetic Lubricants

COMPRESSOR LUBRICATION

CAUTION! Do not operate without lubricant or with inadequate lubricant.

Use of compressor without lubricant or inadequate lubricant voids all warranties.

Synthetic lubricants are recommended after 50 hour break-in. Compressor life is greatly increased with the use of synthetic lubricants. CAUTION! If you will be using synthetic lubricant, all downstream piping material and system components must be compatible.

Suitable Viton, Teflon, Epoxy (Glass Filled), Oil Resistant Alkyd, Fluorosilicone, Flourocarbon, Polysulfide, 2-Component Urethane, Nylon, Delrin, Celcon, High Nitrile Rubber (Buna N. NBR more than 36 Acrylonite), Polyurethane, Polyethylene, Epichlorohydrin, Polyacrylate, Melamine, Polypropylene, Baked Phenolics, Epoxy, Modified Alkyds

(  indicates trademark of DuPont Corporation)

Not Recommended

Neoprene, Natural Rubber, SBR Rubber, Acrylic Paint, Lacquer, Varnish, Polystyrene, PVC, ABS, Polycarbonite, Cellulose Acetate, Latex, EPR, Acrylics, Phenoxy, Polysulfones, Styrene Acrylonitile (San), Butyl

Alternate Lubricants.

You may use petroleum-based lubricant that is premium quality, does not contain detergents, contains only anti-rust, anti-oxidation, and anti-foam agents as additives, has a flashpoint of 440°F (227°C) or higher, and has a auto-ignition point of 650°F (343°C) or higher.

See the petroleum lubricant viscosity table below. The table is intended as a general guide only. Heavy duty operating conditions require heavier viscosities. Refer specific operating conditions to NorthStar Customer Service at 1-800-270-0810 Monday - Friday 7:00 AM-5:30 PM, Saturday 7:30 AM-11:30 AM Central Standard Time.

Temperature around		Viscosity Grade
Compressor

		ISO	SAE
Below 40°F (4°C)		100	30
40°F to 80°F		100	30
°	°
(4 C to 27 C)
80°F to 100°F		150	40
°	°
(27 C to 37 C)

Pump Capacities.

Refer to the following table for crankcase capacity

Item number	Crankcase Capacity
45929	24 oz.
45930	36 oz.

COMPRESSOR LUBRICATION