MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air
compressor, prepare and follow a routine maintenance
schedule.The routine described in this section is intended for
an air compressor used under normal daily working
conditions. If necessary, modify the schedule to suit the
conditions under which you use your compressor.
Modifications will depend upon hours of operation and
Maintenance
Schedule
Maintenance Task
Clean Unit
Inspect Safety Valve
Inspect Fittings/Valves
Inspect Engine Oil Level
Inspect Pump Oil Level
Inspect Engine Air
Cleaner
Change Engine Oil
Clean Spark Arrester
Inspect and Clean Pump
Air Filter
Change Pump Oil
Inspect Spark Plug
Inspect Safety Labels
1
2
3
4
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Service Intervals
Every 50 Hours
Daily Weekly
or Yearly
X
X
X
X
X
X 1
X 2
X
X
Change more often under dirty or dusty conditions
Change oil after first 5 hours of operation, then every 50 hours thereafter
Change oil after first 100 hours of operation, then every 300 hours thereafter
Inspect annually, replace as necessary
working environment. Operating air compressors in
extremely dirty or hostile environments will require more
frequent maintenance checks.
NOTE: See FEATURES AND CONTROLS and OPERATION
for control locations.
Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs
first:
Every 100 Hours
or Yearly
X 3
X
X 4
Service Dates
Fill in as you complete
regular service