TM 5-4310-393-14
3-14.1. COMPRESSOR LUBRICATION SYSTEM.
This task covers: A. Inspect B. Service C. Adjust
Tools:
Materials/Parts:
Tool kit, General Mechanic's Set
Oil
Brush NSN 8020-00-224-8021
Cloth, Lint-Free NSN 7920-00-044-9281
Equipment Conditions:
Compressor Unit Shut D own
Purge All Air Pressure
A.
Inspect.
1.
Checking the Compressor Oil Level.
NOTE
Check oil level every day prior to
putting compressor into operation.
WARNING
ENSURE THE UNIT IS SHUT DOWN AND THAT THE SYSTEM PRESSURE
HAS BEEN BLED TO ZERO.
a.
Unscrew and pull oil dipstick out (located at the top of the block).
FIGURE 3-8. COMPRESSOR OIL LEVEL
b.
Wipe off dipstick with lint-free cloth; screw the dip stick all the way in, then remove again and examine (see
figure 3-8).
c.
Oil level should rest between the indentation marks on the dipstick.
d.
If oil is required, add oil as necessary to fill compressor to level of full mark. Do not over fill.
B.
Service.
1.
Changing the Compressor Lube Oil.
CAUTION
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act prohibits the discharge of oil or oily waste
into or upon the navigable waters of the United States or the waters of the
contiguous zone, if the discharge causes a film or discoloration of the surface of
the water or causes a sludge or emulsion beneath the surface of the water. Ensure
a container of sufficient size is used when draining the oil.
a.
Run the compressor unit until it is warm. Turn off the compressor.
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