Maintenance - RIDGID OL40135SS Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
When servicing use only identical RIDGID
replacement parts. Use of any other parts could
create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Always release all pressure, disconnect from power
supply, and allow unit to cool to the touch before
cleaning or making repairs on the air compressor.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
As a routine part of air compressor maintenance, it is also
advised that the oil is routinely checked for proper levels.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastIc which could
result in serious personal injury.
BEARING LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the
unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication is required.
REPLACING THE AIR FILTER
See Figure 12, page 18.
 Turn the air filter cover counterclockwise approximately
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one-quarter turn.
 Remove the cover.
 Remove the air filter.
 Install new air filter.
 Replace the air filter cover and secure it by turning it
clockwise approximately one-quarter turn.
CHANGING THE OIL
See Figure 13, page 18.
Replace the oil after the first 100 hours of operation and
every 100 hours following the first oil change.
The sight glass, located above the drain plug, indicates the
oil level and lets the operator see at a glance if oil should
be added.
 Place a suitable container underneath the drain to collect
used oil.
 Remove the drain plug with an 8 mm socket or wrench.
 When the used oil has drained, reinstall the drain plug
and tighten with the wrench.
 Remove the dipstick.
 To refill, use a funnel to pour oil into the fill hole. Refill only
with synthetic oil SAE 5W40.
NOTE: Avoid refilling with too much oil. Ensure that the
level of the oil does not rise above the red dot in the sight
glass or exceed the maximum reference level on the
dipstick. The recommended amount of oil for refilling is
7.2 oz. (204 g). Always check oil level before use.
 Reinsert the dipstick securely into the oil fill hole.
STORING THE AIR COMPRESSOR
See Figure 14, page 18.
 Unplug the air compressor.
 Disconnect air hose and air tool from the product.
 Drain air tanks according to instructions.
 Drain the oil and replace with fresh, clean oil.
 Thoroughly clean air compressor and any accessories.
 Coil power cord around front handle and regulator. Secure
in place using the cord clip.
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