6 Maintenance
6.1 Maintenance warnings
• Before starting any maintenance or repairs, stop the compressor and close the air
outlet valve.
• Press the emergency stop button (S3) below the Elektronikon regulator.
• Depressurize the air system, using the manual drain valves and/or the test buttons
on the electronic water drains.
• Open the isolating switch (customer's installation) to switch off the voltage to the
compressor.
• Repairs inside the control and power cubicle may only be carried out by Atlas
Copco.
• Wait at least 6 minutes before starting any electrical repairs as hazardous high
voltage remains on the capacitors of the frequency converter for 6 minutes after
the voltage is switched off.
• Follow all relevant instructions given in the section Safety precautions.
Warranty - Product Liability
Use only Atlas Copco authorized genuine parts. Any damage or malfunction caused by the use of
unauthorized parts is not covered by Warranty or Product Liability.
6.2 Preventive maintenance schedule of the compressor
General
The schedule comprises a summary of the maintenance activities. Read the respective section
before starting maintenance activities. When servicing, replace all removed gaskets, O-rings and
washers.
Preventive maintenance schedule
Period Running
hours
Service
plan
Operation
Daily -- -- Check readings on display for warnings or shut-downs.
Daily 8 -- Check that condensate is discharged during loaded operation
Daily -- -- Check oil level. Before starting, the level should be between the 2
lines on the sight-glass
3-monthly -- -- Clean the compressor.
More frequently when operating in a dusty atmosphere.
3-monthly -- -- Check filter pad of converter cabinet; replace if necessary.
More frequently when operating in a dusty atmosphere.
3-monthly -- -- Operate safety valve
Yearly -- -- Test safety valve
-- -- -- Test temperature shut-down protection
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