BOGE Operating instructions for C 10 L...C 20 L series screw compressors Page 35
Maintenance 5.2 General
General information
concerning the
lubricants used
We recommend using only oil according to following specification:
– Viscosity range of 55 cSt at 104°F.
– Minimum viscosity at 212°F of 8 cSt.
– Maximum viscosity at 32°F of 1,000 cSt.
– (FZG A/8.3/90 min 10).
– Excellent oxidation stability: Meets requirements of Pneurop oxidation test.
– Antifoam – additives.
– Additives to prevent residue formation.
– Compatibility with all used sealing materials like Neoprene, FPM, PTFE,
FKM (Viton) and acrylic and epoxy resin paints.
– Flash point > 446°F.
– Additives for excellent demulsifying properties.
– Additives for corrosion protection of metallic surfaces.
– Excellent oxidation stability: Rotating bomb oxidation Test (ASTM D 2272)
higher than 2,400 minutes.
– Or you use BOGE compressor oil Syprem 8000 S. The stated maintenance
intervals refer to the use of Syprem 8000 S only.
– Syprem 8000 S can be purchased from BOGE retailers.
– Never mix different oil types and brands.
The additives may be incompatible. It may lead to foam formation, prema-
ture aging or loss of lubricating ability.
Caution: Risk of injury!
Oil presents a potential danger to health and environment due to their
additives.
– Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Wear protective gloves made of resistant synthetic material.
Wash yourself thoroughly after contact with oils.
– Do not inhale the fumes or mist.
– Protect your environment.
Ensure that no oil is spilt.
– Do not eat or drink when working with oil!
– Fire, naked flames and smoking is stricltly prohibited when handling oil.