Dirt trap maintenance:
1.
Undo the union nut and bend the oil return line to one side.
2. Unscrew the screw-in connector.
3. Unscrew the strainer from the screw-in connector.
4. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the nozzle from the screw-in connector.
5. Clean the housing, strainer and sealing ring with cleaning solvent or spirit.
6. Check the nozzle, strainer and sealing ring for wear.
Replace components if they are heavily worn.
7. Fit the nozzle and strainer to the screw-in connector.
8. Screw in the connector making sure the sealing ring seats properly.
9. Refit the oil scavenge line.
Making operational:
1. Reconnect the negative battery terminal.
2. Close the access door.
Dispose of old parts and contaminated materials according to environmental regulations.
Starting the machine and performing a test run:
1.
Switch the machine on and run it in IDLE mode for approx. 5 minutes.
2. Shut down the machine.
3. Wait until the machine has automatically vented.
Pressure gauge reads 0 psig!
4. Open the outlet valves.
5. Open the right-hand access door.
6. Visually inspect for leaks.
7. Shut down the machine.
8. Close the access door.
10.4.6 Changing the oil separator cartridge
The oil separator element cannot be cleaned.
The life of the oil separator cartridge is influenced by:
■
contamination in the air drawn into the compressor,
■ and adherence to the changing intervals for:
─ Cooling oil
─ Oil filter
─ Air filter
10 Maintenance
10.4 Compressor Maintenance
No.: 9_6999 23 USE
Operator Manual Screw Compressor
M100
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