Operating & Maintenance Manual General Arrangement
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Lubricating Oil Specification
LUBRICATING OIL SPECIFICATION
(for the specified ambient temperatures).
ABOVE -23°C(-9°F
)
Recommended: Pro-Tec
TM
Approved: SAE 10W, API CF-4/CG-4
BELOW -23°C(-9°F)
Mandatory: Performance 500
Pro-Tec
TM
compressor fluid is factory-fitted, for use at all ambient temperatures above -23°C(-
9°F).
NOTE: Warranty may be extended only by continuous use of Pro-Tec
TM
and
recommended oil filters and separators.
No other oil/fluids are compatible with Pro-Tec
TM
No other oils/fluids should be mixed with Pro-Tec
TM
because the resulting mixture could cause
damage to the airend.
In the event that Pro-Tec
TM
is not available and /or the end user needs to use an approved
single grade engine oil, the complete system including separator/receiver, cooler and
pipework must be flushed clear of the first fill fluid and new oil filters installed.
When this has been completed, the following oils are approved:
a. for ambient temperatures above -23°C(-9°F), SAE 10W, API CF-4/CG-4
b. for ambient temperatures below -23°C(-9°F), Performance 500 only.
Safety data sheets can be obtained on request from the lubricant supplier.
For temperatures outside the specified ambient range, consult your Portable Power
representative.