CA / CT SERIES
CAP600
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REV D July 2013
Maintenance Schedule
To assure maximum performance and service life of your compressor, a routine maintenance
schedule should be developed. A sample schedule has been included to help you develop a
maintenance schedule designed for your particular application. Time frames may need to be
shortened in harsher environments or during periods of extremely heavy use.
Make copies of this checklist and retain copy of the checklist, enter dates and maintenance
person’s initials in the appropriate spaces. Makes copies of this checklist and retain copies of
the completed checklists for potential warranty purposes. Enter the dates and maintenance
person’s initials in the appropriate spaces. Keep the checklist and this Operations Manual
readily available near the compressor.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
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Check oil level. Check oil for discoloration and filth. Drain oil and replace if required.
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Drain drip legs and traps in air distribution system.
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Open drain cock located at the bottom of the tank to relieve condensation.
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Check for oil leaks.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
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Manually operate the pressure relief valves to be certain they are working.
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Clean the cooling surfaces of the intercooler and compressor.
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Check the compressor for air leaks.
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Check the compressed air distribution system for leaks.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
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Check bolt torques, pulley clamp screws, and jam nuts for tightness. Torque if necessary.
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Inspect entire air distribution system for leaks.
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Check all connections (mechanical and electrical) and tighten as necessary.
EVERY THREE MONTHS
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Change oil (more frequently in harsher environments or under heavy use).
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Inspect valves for rust, wear, and carbon build up, if necessary replace with kit
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Check air filter for cleanliness and replace as necessary.
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Check belt tension.
EVERY SIX MONTHS
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Replace air filter.
