TM 5-4310-367-14
Table 3-1. Troubleshooting continued
Malfunction
Test or Inspection
Corrective Action
PNEUMATIC EQUIPMENT continued
2. EXCESSIVE COMPRESSOR OIL CONSUMPTlON continued.
Step 1. Check for incorrect or inferior grade of compressor oil continued.
d. Fill crankcase with 1 quart (0.94 liters) of correct type of oil as follows:
Expected Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Oil Type
Above 32F (0C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OE 10
+40F (4.5C) to -10F (-23C). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OE30
0F(-18C) to -65F (-54C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OES
e. Install oil filler plug.
Step 2. Inspect for signs of leaks from oil drain cap or pipe.
Tighten oil drain cap or pipe.
3. COMPRESSOR OVERHEATING.
Step 1. Inspect for dirt in cooling coils and cylinder fins.
Blow out any dirt with compressed air.
Step 2. Check for poor ventilation and high room temperature.
If possible, move compressor to a more adequately ventilated area or check the possibility of piping
air intake from a cooler location.
4. NOISY COMPRESSOR OPERATION.
Step 1. Check compressor for insufficient oil.
Fill compressor crankcase with correct oil as follows:
Expected Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Type
Above 32F (OC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OE 10
+40F (4.5C) to -10F (-23C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OE30
0F (-18C) to -65F (-54C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OES
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