Compressor Lubrication - Speedaire 4LW38 Manual De Instrucciones

Speedaire Operating Instructions
Speedaire
Air Compressors
Maintenance
Disconnect the battery
cable, then release all
pressure from the system
before attempting to install, service,
relocate or perform any maintenance.
In order to maintain efficient operation
of the compressor system, check the
air filter and oil level before each use.
The ASME safety valve should also be
checked daily. Pull ring on safety valve
and allow the ring to snap back to nor-
mal position (see Figure 6). This valve
automatically releases air if the tank
pressure exceeds the preset maximum.
If air leaks after the ring has been
released, or the valve is stuck and can-
not be actuated by the ring, the ASME
safety valve must be replaced.
Do not attempt to
tamper with the
ASME safety valve.
Figure 6
TANK
Never attempt to repair or
modify a tank! Welding,
drilling or any other modi-
fication will weaken the
tank resulting in damage from rupture
or explosion. Always replace worn,
cracked or damaged tanks.
Drain liquid from
tank daily.
The tank should be carefully inspected
at a minimum of once a year. Look
for cracks forming near the welds. If a
crack is detected, remove pressure from
tank immediately and replace.
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COMPRESSOR LUBRICATION

See assembly. Add oil for the pump as
required. The oil should be changed
every three months or after every 500
hours of operation; whichever comes
first. See Replacement Parts List for
oil quantity
IMPORTANT: Engine requires more fre-
quent oil changes. Read engine main-
tenance instructions for other periodic
service requirements not covered here.
AIR FILTER
Never run the compressor pump
without an intake air filter nor with
a clogged intake air filter. Use com-
pressed air to blow the filter clean.
Do not wash or oil the element. If the
filter cannot be blown clean, the filter
must be replaced. Operating compres-
sor with a dirty filter can cause high oil
consumption and increase oil contami-
nation in the discharge air.
INTERCOOLER (TWO-STAGE ONLY)
The intercooler provides cooling to
reduce temperature and power con-
sumption.
Intercooler fins are
sharp. Always wear
gloves and use care when cleaning or
working near the intercooler.
Check the intercooler weekly to ensure
all fittings are secure and tight. Blow all
dirt, dust and other accumulations from
the intercooler fins.
COMPONENTS
Important: Read engine maintenance
instructions for applicable service rec-
ommendations.
Turn off all power and use light air
pressure to blow dust and foreign
material from cylinder head, engine,
fan blades, air lines, intercooler and
tank on a monthly basis.
Use a soap solution to check entire sys-
tem for air leakage around fittings, etc.
Tighten nuts and capscrews as required.
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Two Stage Gasoline Air Compressors
BELTS
drain the tank to prevent unexpected
movement of the unit.
Touch rim at
two places
Figure 7
Check belt tension every 3 months.
Adjust belt tension to allow 3/8 to 1/2 in.
deflection with normal thumb pressure.
Also, align belts using a straight edge
against the face of the flywheel and
touching the rim on both sides of the
face. The belts should be parallel to the
straight edge to ensure proper align-
ment of the belts.
1/2 in. Deflection
Figure 8
STORAGE
If compressor is to be stored for a
short period of time, make sure that
it is stored in a normal position and in
a cool protected area. If the unit is to
be stored for more than 30 days, the
engine should be completely drained
of fuel and oil. See engine manual for
storage instructions.
Disconnect the bat-
tery cable, then
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Straight edge
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parallel with Belt
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