General; Daily Operation; Engine Coolant - Sullair 1600H User Manual

5.1

GENERAL

A good maintenance program is the key to long
compressor life. Below is a program that when
adhered to, should keep the compressor in top
operating condition. For engine maintenance
requirements, refer to the Engine Operator's
Manual for a detailed description of service
instructions.
Refer to DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS on
page 21 for a detailed description of specific
compressor system components. Prior to performing
maintenance, read the CIMA Safety Manual, if
applicable.
CAUTION
DO NOT remove caps, plugs and/or other
components when compressor is running or
pressurized. Stop compressor and relieve all
internal pressure before doing so.
5.2

DAILY OPERATION

Prior to starting the compressor, it is necessary to
perform a daily inspection. Perform the following
maintenance operations to prevent unnecessary
problems.
1. Check the fluid level in the compressor
receiver tank. Should the level be low, simply
add the necessary amount. If the addition of
fluid becomes too frequent, a simple problem
has developed which is causing this excessive
loss. Refer to Table 5-1:Troubleshooting
Guide under Excessive Compressor Fluid
Consumption for a probable cause and rem-
edy.
2. Drain water from the fuel/water separator.
3. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
4. Check the engine oil level.
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MAINTENANCE
1600C LP USER MANUAL
5. Check the engine coolant level.
After a routine start has been made, it is necessary to
perform an inspection to ensure all operations are
performing correctly. Perform the following
inspections to prevent unnecessary problems.
1. Observe the instrument panel gauges and
be sure they monitor the correct readings for
their particular phase of operation.
2. After the compressor has warmed up, it is
recommended that a general check on the
overall compressor and instrument panel be
made to assure that the compressor is run-
ning properly.
3. Check the air filter restriction gauges. Should
they indicate restriction, replace the ele-
ments immediately.Refer to AIR FILTER
MAINTENANCE on page 61.
5.3

ENGINE COOLANT

The coolant provided with Sullair portable air
compressors is ethylene glycol based, 50/50 mixture,
colored green, and should never be mixed with a coolant
of a different color such as yellow, orange, or pink.
If radiator coolant is to be added, for any reason, be sure
that the coolant added is the same as what is in the
cooling system, as well as what is recommended. Refer
to the Maintenance Section of the Engine Operator's
Manual for proper engine coolant specifications and
instructions. Ensure that the proper coolant is used when
adding engine coolant to the machine and never mix
different color coolants.
An engine originally filled with a conventional green
coolant should not be "upgraded" to an extended life
coolant unless the cooling system is completely flushed
and filled with water several times to remove all traces of
the old coolant. If you are not sure of the coolant that is
installed originally it is always best to flush the system
using water as a base until flushed water is clear. Then,
fill the system with the recommended coolant using only
one brand/type.
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