KAESER M26, Service Manual

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Changing the oil separator cartridge
Changing the oil separator cartridge with the frost protector option is carried out as described
above.
In addition, the frost protector must be emptied and its fittings undone.
Be careful of the frost protector control lines when removing the separator tank cover.
1. Empty the lower part of the frost protector. See chapter 10.6.2 on frost protector maintenance.
2. Remove the screws fixing the frost protector to the cover.
3. Lift the cover carefully and remove the frost protector control lines if necessary.
Starting the machine and carrying out a trial run
1. Start the machine and run in idle up to operating temperature.
2. Close the outlet valves.
3. Shut down the machine.
4. Wait until the machine has automatically vented.
Pressure gauge reads 0 psig.
5. Open the outlet valves.
6. Check the oil level after about 5 minutes.
Top up if necessary.
7. Carry out a visual check for leaks.
10.4.5.1 Dirt trap maintenance
Material Cleaning cloths
Wrench
Dirt trap maintenance kit
Precondition The machine is shut down.
The machine is fully vented, the pressure gauge reads 0 psig.
Machine cooled down.
All compressed air consumers are disconnected and the air outlet valves are open.
The negative cable to the battery is disconnected.
Fig. 35 Oil separator tank dirt trap maintenance
1
Oil return line
2
Union nut
3
Dirt trap housing
4
Strainer
5
O-ring
6
Fitting
10 Maintenance
10.4 Compressor
No.: 9_9446 01 USE
SERVICE MANUAL Screw Compressor
M26
95
Option ba