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5. MAINTENANCE
5.1 Maintenance schedules
After every cleaning of the truck
Always run the compressor for 15 minutes to remove
any water that inadvertently gets into the piping. DO
NOT fog or introduce anti-corrosive liquids into the com-
pressor to prevent corrosion : Use of liquids in the com-
pressor will cause failure.
According to the prescriptions of § L
UBRICANT
RECOM
-
MENDATIONS
.
Change the compressor oil and clean the magnetic plugs.
Weekly
The compressor should be run for at least 15 minutes to
prevent moisture from collecting inside. This will reduce
the risk of corrosion damage to the compressor and
other equipment in the piping.
Clean the outer surfaces and the compressor cooling
wings, and the multiplier inlet grille. Inspect DAILY if
operating in dirty or severe environment. Check the con-
dition of the inlet filter hose for splits and tears. Replace
or repair as necessary.
Inspect compressor, system piping and components.
Clean or repair as necessary.
Monthly
Check oil level, add the necessary volume if necessary.
Check for cleanliness the breather inside the oil jauge,
clean with an air blower if necessary.
5.2 Compressor oil change procedure
Oil gauge : See § L
UBRICANT
RECOMMENDATIONS
.
Replace the oil filter at each oil change.
5.3 Air filter replacement procedure
Check weekly the clogging indicator. When it turns red,
replace the filter cartridge.
Before installing a new cartridge, clean the internal part
of the filter housing with a clean damp cloth.
The presence of foreign bodies in the compressor inlet
channel is susceptible of leading to serious property
damage or serious injuries.
5.4 Drive train inspection
5.4.1 PTO Drive
Check monthly that there is no clearance in the jaws and
PTO cross pieces by turning the universal joint manually
in one direction then in the other direction. Lubricate the
universal seal as per manufacturer’ s recommendations.
5.4.2 Belt & pulley drive
Check monthly that belt tension is sufficient. Retension
belts as required
Lubricate the pulley support shaft bearings as per manu-
facturer’ s recommendations.
5.5 Check valve and relief valve inspection
See Instructions 1401-E00 S
CREW
COMPRESSOR
CHECK
AND
RELIEF
VALVE
.
CAUTION
THE BLOWING OF OIL GAUGE CAN
CAUSE PERSONNAL INJURY OR PRO-
PERTY DAMMAGE. IT IS MANDATORY
TO CARRY APPROPRIATE PROTEC-
TIONS (GLOVES, GLASSES...) TO AVOID
RISKS OF PERSONNAL INJURY.
Blowing direction
CAUTION
