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BA440 PISTON Hydraulic Air Compressor This manual must be read carefully before using your Boss Industries, LLC BA440 PISTON. Store in a safe and convenient location for future reference. 310969 http://www.bossair.com 3/20/18 DJH...
Crankshaft and Bearing Replacement...18 Troubleshooting........20 Low Oil Pressure..........20 No Oil Pressure..........20 Compressor Will Not Engage......20 Compressor Engages But Will Not Pressurize Tank............20 Compressor Does Not Recover Pressure as Fast as it Should..........20 Contacting Boss Industries, LLC....20 Warranty..........21 310969 - 3 -...
Welcome General Information Thank you for choosing the Boss Industries, LLC BA440 PISTON Hydraulic Air Compressor. Before operating, carefully read this manual and become well acquainted with your new machine. Doing this will increase your safety and maximize the life of the machine.
Installation & Operation For example, if your vehicle is equipped with a crane, you must make sure the compressor will not interfere with the swing of the crane. In addition, the compressor should be installed in an area that permits cool ambient air to enter the air filter and the hot air to exhaust without recirculating into the machine.
The only remaining wiring necessary is the wiring needed to interface your vehicle/power source with the Boss compressor. The unit is shipped with 1 end of a 5 pin connector. They need to be connected as follows:...
C. Compressor Serial Number II. Remove all tools, rags, and installation _________________________________________ equipment from the area. D. BOSS Serial Number III. Check all valves to ensure they are in correct operating position. _________________________________________ IV. Vacuum all areas that have metal or plastic E.
Installation & Operation Operating Procedure I. Read this manual carefully before proceeding. II. Start power source and allow for warm-up. III. Verify the compressor is disengaged. IV. Engage hydraulic system per company policy. V. Engage compressor Shutdown Procedure I. Disengage compressor circuit. II.
Kit, Repair HYD Motor 302936 Seal Lubricant, ShieldWorks 310610-2Q Lifetime Warranty Information In order to maintain the lifetime warranty status on your BA440 PISTON, the required maintenance intervals listed on the following page must be obeyed. 310969 - 13 -...
Maintenance Maintenance Chart The MAINTENANCE CHART lists serviceable items on this compressor package. The items are listed according to their frequency of maintenance. INTERVAL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE 1. Check crankcase oil level. DAILY 2. Drain Condensation from air receiver. 1. Inspect the air intake. WEEKLY 2.
Boss Industries, LLC ShieldWorks rotary screw lubricant. The lubricant supplier’s recommendation must, therefore, be based upon not only the following...
Maintenance Compressor Oil Fill, Level, and Changing the Hydraulic Oil Cooler Drain The interior of the oil cooler should be cleaned when the pressure drop across it at full flow exceeds 25 PSI. Before adding or changing compressor oil, make sure First, remove the cooler.
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Maintenance Now hone the cylinder to break the glaze and remove Position the gaskets and valve plate on top of the the buildup at the top of the cylinders. Measure the cylinder. Then position the head on the cylinder and inside diameter of the cylinder for roundness and turn bolts finger tight.
Maintenance Oil Pump Replacement Crankshaft and Bearing Replacement First, shut down the machine and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes. Verify that the entire system is If it is necessary to replace the crankshaft, related pressure relived before proceeding. Next, remove the components must also be replaced.
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Maintenance Next, press the bearing races out of the bearing housing. Only push the tapered roller bearings off the crankshaft if they’re being replaced. If you're replacing the crankshaft, discard the whole assembly. Next install the oil pump and then the connecting Now press new bearings into the piston and rods.
III. Worn valve plates or piston rings If the oil pressure is too low, check the following: I. Oil level in machine Contacting Boss Industries, LLC II. Loose pipe plug on oil pump cover III. Worn or defective oil pump IV.