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Lubrication
! Caution
(1) The product has been lubricated for life by the manufacturer and does not
require additional lubrication while in service.
(2) Use turbine oil Class 1, ISO VG32 (with no additives), if lubricated.
Besides, if the lubrication is suspended halfway, the original lubricant will be lost and may result in a
malfunction. Be sure to keep lubricating continuously. Refer to SMC website for brand name of the
lubricants compliant with Class 1 turbine oil (with no additives), ISO VG32.
Air Supply
! Warning
(1) Use clean air.
Do not use compressed air that contains chemicals, organic solvent based synthetic oils, salts,
corrosive gases, or etc., as this can cause damage or malfunction.
! Caution
(1) Install an air filter.
Install air filters close to valves on the upstream side. A filtration degree of 5 micron millimeter or less
should be selected.
(2) Install an aftercooler, air dryer or drain catch before the filter.
Compressed air that contains excessive drainage may cause malfunction of valves and other
pneumatic equipment. Therefore, take appropriate measures to ensure air quality, by providing an after
cooler or water separator, if needed.
(3) Install a mist separator.
Install a mist separator on the upstream side of the valve, when excessive carbon powder is generated
by the compressor. Carbon powder which adheres to the inside of the valves may cause malfunction.
(4) Grease is applied to the inner parts of the valve.
Grease may enter on the downstream side of the valve.
For detailed information regarding the quality of the compressed air described above,
refer to SMC's Cleaning Systems".
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