Ingersoll-Rand G 270, Users Manual And Maintenance Manual

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Maintenance
This chapter describes how to carry out the above maintenance. Read the instructions carefully before starting
work. Maintenance intervals are contained in the chapter above. Maintenance schedule
WARNING! Read the safety precautions for maintenance and service in the chapter: Safety Information, be-
fore starting work.
WARNING! Unless otherwise specified all maintenance and service must be carried out with the engine
stopped. Immobilise the engine by removing the ignition key, turning off the power supply with the main
switch. Approaching or working on a running engine is dangerous. Watch out for rotating components and hot
surfaces.
Engine, general
Air filter. Check / replace.
The air filter should be replaced when the indicator re-
mains in the red field when the engine has stopped.
Reset the gauge after replacing the indicator by press-
ing the button.
NOTE! The filter should not be touched until the indi-
cator displays the red field. Scrap the old filter. Do not
clean or reuse.
IMPORTANT! In continuous use the air cleaner
should be checked every 8 hours
.
When running in extremely dirty environments,
coal mines and quarries for example, special air
cleaners are required (not available from Volvo
Penta).
Air lines. Leakage check.
Check the air lines for cracks or other damage. Replace
if required. Checking all hose clamps.