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4.11 Compressor
Valves
4.11.1 Removal
1. Decompress and degas the compressor.
2. Loosen valve cap screws.
Note:
Do not totally remove the valve cover bolts. Unscrew bolts to a
point where the valve cover can be moved outwards to a position where
the valve cap o-ring seal is clear of the valve pocket. This will allow
residual gas in the valve pocket to escape.
3. Remove valve cap retaining bolts and valve cap.
4. Remove valve lantern ring.
5. Use the valve tool provided to extract the valve.
6. Remove valve gasket.
7. Check condition of valve gasket and valve cap o-ring.
8. Check condition of valve.
4.11.2 Installation
1. Ensure that valve is in good condition before re-installing. Re-kit valve as
required by maintenance schedule. Replace complete valve if required.
2. Fit valve with new gasket. Smear Anti-seize grease on valve gasket before
installing valve.
3. Fit lantern ring. Ensure that valve and lantern are correctly located in valve
pocket.
4. Fit valve cover with new o-ring if required. Ensure that o-ring is greased.
5. Tighten valve cover bolts evenly to the correct torque setting.
Intermech Ltd. BBR-6015-2 Compressor Service Manual
