Operation Manual
RENNER Compressors
5 Maintenance
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5.6 Changing the oil filter
This section outlines the procedure for changing the oil filter.
The oil filter may only be changed when the unit is switched off
and fully depressurised.
Step Operation
1
Switch off the unit and take measures to prevent it
from being restarted. Allow the unit to cool to approx.
70°C and then remove the pressure as described in
Chapter 5.3.
2
Take a receptacle suitable for collecting the oil and
position it under one of the drain plugs (hexagon
head) on the base of the separator tank and then
unscrew and remove this plug.
3
Place receptacle in position to collect oil.
Unscrew oil filter cartridge using a strap wrench.
4
Lightly oil the gasket of the new cartridge, hold the
new cartridge upright and fill with the same type of oil
already used.
5
Screw the new cartridge onto the socket by hand.
6
Start the unit and check the oil filter for leaks.
7
Record the oil filter change on the maintenance
check sheet.
Comply with environmental guidelines
when disposing of used filter cartridges!
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