Spring is here! After a long winter, we could all use some sunshine and longer days. With spring, there’s pollen and warmer temperatures. Both of which air compressors are not too fond of. Here are a few things to check to keep your portable compressor running smoothly and avoid costly downtime:

  • Check your air entry points. You don’t want them to clog. Clogging will affect compressed air output and prevent air from properly flowing through and keeping your compressor cool.

  • Check any plastic tubing that may have cracked during freezing temperatures.

  • Check your engine and compressor oil. You want to check your oil level on a regular basis. If the oil gets low, it can cause the air compressor’s temperature to rise and cause your air compressor to overheat and shut down. ONLY USE COMPRESSOR OIL! Rotair AL-0025

  • Check your cooler for fouling from pollen, dust, insects, and debris.

  • Check your compressor and engine intake filter. It’s common to find dirt or pollen collected in your intake filter. A clogged intake vent can cause issues to your compressor, so be sure to check this regularly throughout the spring season.

  • Make sure your compressor is well ventilated! You also want to make sure your fans and louvers are all functional to keep your compressor cool during the warm weather. A well-ventilated compressor works more efficiently and keeps operating temperature down.

  • Perform any due preventative maintenance. Keeping your air compressor on a regular service schedule is key to having it perform optimally and fulfill its lifespan.

The check list below are general maintenance interval guidelines. We recommend following the check list below to ensure smooth operations all year long.


Maintenance Intervals

Frequency

Part

Remarks

 

Daily

Coolant level

Check

Engine oil level (refer to the manufacturer's manual)

Check

Obstructions to the ventilation system

Check

Oil or fuel leakage

Check

Fuel level and top off (if necessary)

Check

Operation warning lights

Check

Compressor & engine air filters

Check

Check the compressor oil level

Check

Check the readability of measuring instruments

Check

Weekly

Compressor Air Filters

Check

Engine Air Filters

Check

After the First 50 Hours of Service

Replace Compressor oil with manufacturer specific Rotair 46W AL-0025

Replace

Compressor Oil Filter

Replace

Diesel Fuel Filter

Replace

Engine Oil

Replace

Engine Oil Filter

Replace

Every 30 Days

Battery Electrolyte Level

Check (fill if needed)

Torque of All Screws and Bolts

Check (tighten if needed)

Tightness of All Pipe Connections

Check (tighten if needed)

Every 90 Days

Belt Tension

Check (tighten if needed)

Oil Recovery Nozzle and Oil Recovery Line

Check

Speed Controls at the Minimum and Maximum RPM

Check

Check the efficiency of the safety valves

Check

Oil Cooler

Clean

Fuel Tank

Drain

500 Hours or 6 Months

Replace Compressor oil with manufacturer Specific Rotair 46W AL-0025

Replace

Compressor Oil Filter manufacturer specific

Replace

Compressor Air Filter manufacturer specific

Replace

Diesel Fuel Filter

Replace

Engine Oil

Replace

Engine Oil Filter

Replace

Engine Air Filter

Replace

1000 Hours or Every Year

Readability of Name Plate

Check, Replace if Necessary

Orifice

Check, Replace if Necessary

Check Valve

Check, Replace if Necessary

Thermostatic Valve

Check, Replace if Necessary

2000 Hours or Every Two Years

Oil Separator Element

Replace

Fan Belt

Replace

Radiator

Flush

Fuel Tank

Flush

Start / Work Valve

Replace

Every Three Years

Silent Blocks / Engine Mounts

Check, Replace if Necessary

Inlet Valve

Check, Replace if Necessary

Minimum Pressure Valve

Check, Replace if Necessary

Accelerator Piston

Check, Replace if Necessary

# - Whichever comes first * - As per air filter clog indicator

Notes: Only use Manufacturer specific oil and filters
ONLY use Rotair 46W AL-0025 COMPRESSOR OIL, DO NOT USE HYDRAULIC OIL!  

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Do you want to save some time and have a compressed air technician perform a spring service? ELGi has a wide service network across North America readily available to help you with your spring service. To find the nearest provider, contact our support line: 704-523-4123 or email our service team at [email protected]
 

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