Oil Specifications - Atlas Copco GA 15 Instruction Book

Instruction book
Preventive Maintenance schedule programmed in the Elektronikon
Running hours
4000 (1)
4000 (1)
4000 (1)
(1): or yearly, whichever comes first
(2): or every 2 years, whichever comes first
The indicated oil exchange intervals are valid for standard operating conditions (see section
conditions and limitations) and nominal operating pressure (see section
compressor to external pollutants, operation at high humidity combined with low duty cycles or operation
at higher temperatures may require a shorter oil exchange interval. Contact Atlas Copco if in doubt.
Important
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Oil specifications

It is strongly recommended to use genuine Atlas Copco Lubricants. They are the result of years of field
experience and research. See section Preventive maintenance schedule for the advised replacement
intervals and consult the Spare Parts list for part number information.
Roto-Inject Fluid
Atlas Copco's Roto-Inject Fluid is a specially developed lubricant for use in single stage oil-injected screw
compressors. Its specific composition keeps the compressor in excellent condition. Roto-Inject Fluid can be
used for compressors operating at ambient temperatures between 0 ˚C (32 ˚F) and 40 ˚C (104 ˚F). If the
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Operation
If Atlas Copco Roto-Inject Fluid is used, replace oil and oil filter.
Replace the oil separator element.
Replace the air filter element.
Replace the filter element of the electric cabinet (where applicable).
Clean coolers.
Check pressure and temperature readings.
Carry out a LED/display test.
Check for leakages.
On Pack compressors: remove, dismantle and clean float valve of condensate trap. See
sectionCondensate system.
On Full-Feature compressors, open the manual drain valve (Dm) to clean the filter of the
automatic drain.
On Full-Feature units: clean condenser of dryer.
• Always consult Atlas Copco if a timer setting has to be changed.
• For the change interval of oil and oil filter in extreme conditions of temperature,
humidity or cooling air, consult your Atlas Copco Customer Centre.
• Any leakage should be attended to immediately. Damaged hoses or flexible joints
must be replaced.
• Extending the use of the oil, exceeding the exchange intervals stated above may
create a risk for fire hazard.
Avoid mixing lubricants of different brands or types as they may not be compatible and
the oil mix may have inferior properties. A label, indicating the type of oil filled ex factory,
is stuck on the air receiver/oil tank.
Reference
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