MAINTENANCE
UNIT CYCLES AUTOMATICALLY WHEN POWER IS ON. DURING MAINTENANCE, YOU COULD BE EXPOSED TO VOLTAGE SOURCES, COMPRESSED AIR OR MOVING PARTS. PERSONAL INJURIES CAN OCCUR. DISCONNECT POWER SOURCE AND BLEED OFF ALL AIR TANK PRESSURE BEFORE DOING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR. NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT WITH THE BELT GUARD REMOVED.
To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air compressor outfit, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. The following routine maintenance schedule is geared to an outfit in a normal working environment operating on a daily basis. If necessary, the schedule should be modified to suit the conditions under which your compressorisused.Themodificationswilldependuponthehoursofoperationandtheworkingenvironment.Compressor outfits in an extremely dirty and/or hostile environment will require a greater frequency of all maintenance checks.
A clean air compressor runs cooler and provides longer service. Clean or blow off fins and any other parts of the air compressor that collect dust or dirt. Do not place rags, containers or other material on or against the ventilation openings in the belt guard. Adequate ventilation is necessary to maintain proper air compressor operating temperature.
Routine Maintenance Schedule
Every 8 Hours of Operation
1.Check oil level. Add if necessary.
2.Drain water from the air tank, any moisture separators or transformers.
Overfilling with oil will cause premature compressor failure. Do not overfill.
3.Check for any unusual noise and/or vibration.
4.Manually check all safety valves to make sure they are operating properly.
5.Inspect for oil leaks and repair any leaks found.
6.Clean and inspect the air intake filter; replace if necessary.
Every 40 Hours of Operation
1.Inspect condition of drive belt; replace if necessary.
First 100 Hours of Operation
1.Drain and refill compressor crankcase with clean oil. Refer to Service Instructions for recommended oils.
2.Increase frequency of oil changes if humidity or operating conditions are extreme.
Every 160 Hours of Operation
1.Check drive belt tension; adjust if necessary. (Refer to Service Instructions in this manual.)
2.Inspect air lines and fittings for leaks; correct as necessary.
3.Check the alignment of the motor pulley to the fly wheel. If necessary, align to within 1/32 inch on centerline.
Every 300 Hours of Operation
1.Drain and refill compressor crankcase with clean oil. Refer to Service Instructions for recommended oils.
2.Increase frequency of oil changes if humidity or operating conditions are extreme.
Each Year of Operation (2000 Hours or if a Problem is Suspected)
Check condition of air compressor pump intake and exhaust valves. Replace if damaged or worn out.
