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5.2.3 Guidelines for Compressor Overhaul Interval
The compressor overhaul interval is largely affected by the compressor operating conditions, type and
status of refrigerant and oil, and the system/equipment in which the compressor is operated.
The table below lists overhaul intervals recommended by MAYEKAWA which are categorized based on
the compressor operating conditions.
Table 5-4
Standard Package Operation Conditions and Overhaul Interval Guidelines
Category of operating condition Application example
Relatively stable operating condition
Refrigeration and cold
storage
Every 5 years or 40,000
operating hours
Relatively changing operating condition Ice maker/chiller
Every 4 years or 30,000
operating hours
Frequently started/stopped, and relatively
changing operating condition
Heat pump
Every 3 years or 20,000
operating hours
Note 1: The above guidelines are only applicable when the compressor is operated within the operation
limits specified separately.
(Refer to Section 2.3.2 "Operation Limits" in this manual.)
Note 2: The above guidelines are only applicable when the compressor undergoes daily and periodic
inspections Specified separately.
(Refer to Section 5.2.1 "Daily Management" in this manual.)
Note 3: Inspect the compressor at the intervals of specified period or operating hours, whichever comes
first.
Note 4: The above guidelines do not constitute any warranty.