9.5.2 Changing the oil
NOTICE
Damage to the compressor due to contaminated oil filter!
If the oil filter is contaminated, the bypass valve in the oil filter opens. The unfil-
tered oil then circulates through the compressor.
Replace the oil filter after each oil change operation.
Draining the oil
Unit is at operating temperature.
Suitable container is available for collecting the oil.
1.
Remove oil drain screw at the bottom of the crankcase using a 17 mm open-
ended spanner.
2.
Collect the oil in a suitable container.
3.
Replace the oil drain screw.
The seal is cast in place and can be used several times.
NOTICE
Environmental damage due to oil that has not been disposed of properly!
Dispose of used oil as special waste. Be mindful of the local regulations relating
to the disposal of special waste.
4.
Dispose of used oil.
Filling oil
Suitable BAUER compressor oil is available, see lubrication oil list. Refer to
technical data for the required quantity.
1.
Open oil filler spigot.
2.
Pour fresh oil in up to the upper mark on the oil dipstick.
- Or -
If a new oil (as opposed to the type that has been used so far) is supposed to
be used: Change the oil.
3.
Close oil filler spigot.
4.
Check the oil level.
5.
Wait for a few minutes, then start up the unit when the oil level is as it should
be.
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