
Compressor Maintenance
WARNING: To avoid personal injury, always shut OFF the main power supply and
disconnects to the compressor, relive all air pressure from the system, and check electrical system
with electrical probe before starting any service or maintenance on the compressor.
DAILY:
Drain the Receiver- condensation will accumulate
in the tank daily, and should be drained at least once
a day. This is done to reduce corrosions of the tank
from the inside. Always wear protective eye wear when
draining the tank.
Check Pump Oil Level- All units have a sight glass the oil
level non running units should be no lower than ½ way
on the sight glass if it is lower then you need to add oil
until it is at least ½ way up the sight glass.
Check unit for any unusual noise or vibrations.
WEEKLY:
Clean air lter: this will ensure that no dirt or heavy
particulate makes its way into the compressors valve
assemblies.
Clean external parts of compressor and electric motor:
this helps to ensure proper cooling and prevents rust
and corrosion on critical parts.
Check safety valves: this is don’t to ensure they are not
stuck in place and operating properly.
Elite Units Check auto tank drain for proper function
MONTHLY:
Inspect complete air system for leaks: this is done to
make sure the compressor does not get out of its duty
cycle due to air leak in the system.
Inspect Oil for Contamination: this is done to ensure that
harmful deposits do not build up in the oil.
Check belt tension: this is done to ensure the belt do not
fail pre-maturely, tighten them as needed to ensure they
do not slip. If belts are loose, tighten per instructions on
next page. Failure to tighten can cause pre-mature belt
failure.
EVERY 3 MONTHS OR 500HRS
WHICHEVER COMES FIRST:
Change Oil: this is done to ensure that the compressor
has proper oil level and that the oil in the machine does
not deteriorate past factory specications.
Inspect Valve assemblies: this is done to prevent
premature failure and clean out and carbon that can
form in older valves.
*ELITE UNITS:
Clean auto tank drain strainer and check for proper
function.
Inspect pressure switch for proper function.
Inspect check valve for proper function and remove any
carbon accumulation to prevent premature failure.
*Clean belt guard coolers (if equipped).
STORAGE OF COMPRESSOR:
Before storing the compressor for a prolonged period of
time, use a blow gun to clean all debris from compressor.
Shut OFF main power and turn OFF disconnect. Drain
tank pressure, clean air lter, drain old oil and replace
with new oil. Cover the unit to prevent dust and moisture
from collecting on the unit.
NOTE: Maintaining proper oil level and performing oil
changes at proper intervals is necessary for the proper
function of the air compressor system. The best oil for you
air compressor is CAS30100 full synthetic reciprocating
compressor oil.
Your average vehicle travels 30,000 highway miles in
500 hrs or 15,000 city miles in 500 hrs at 210ºF or less.
In the same 500 hrs/3 months a reciprocating
compressors operating temperature may exceed 350ºF.
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