Sullair ES-8 Operator's Manual And Parts List page 38

Section 9
COMPRESSOR MAINTENANCE
AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Figure 9 ---1 Fluid Filter (P/N 250026 ---982)
* Replacement Element Kit P/N 02250050---602
FLUID FILTER REPLACEMENT
Refer t o Figure 9 ---
1. To prevent spillage and loss of reusable fluid,
place a contaminate---free fluid receptacle be-
neath fluid drain valve and fluid filter.
2. Drain fluid by removing fluid drain valve cap at
tee located beneath compressor (for complete
fluid change, drain fluid from cooler).
3. Using a strap wrench, remove the old element
and gasket.
4. Clean gasket seating surface.
5. Apply a light film of fluid to the new gasket.
6. Hand---tighten new element until gasket is
seated.
7. Continue tightening element an additional 1/2 to
3/4 turn.
8. Replace fluid. DO NOT OVERFILL.
9. Restart compressor and check for leaks.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
Refer t o Figure 9 ---
nance should be performed every six months or
more frequent if conditions so require.
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1.
2. A ir filt e r (P/ N 043333) ma in t e -
WARNING
!
Before doing compressor/dryer maintenance,
disconnect compressor from power source and
lock out power source. Isolate compressor/dryer
from line pressure by closing recommended dis-
charge shut---off valve and releasing all internal
pressure from compressor/dryer.
ELEMENT INSPECTION
1. Place a bright light inside the element to inspect
for damage or leak holes. Concentrated light will
shine through the element and locate any holes.
2. Inspect all gaskets and gasket contact surfaces
of the housing. Should faulty gaskets be evi-
dent, correct the condition immediately.
3. If the clean element is to be stored for later use, it
must be stored in a clean container.
4. After the element has been installed, inspect and
tighten (if necessary) all air inlet connections
prior to resuming operation.
SEPARATOR ELEMENT REPLACEMENT
Refer t o Figure 9 --- 3. The s eparator should be
changed once a year. Use the following procedure
for element replacement.
Figure 9 ---2 Air Filter (P/N 043333)
* Replacement Element Kit P/N 043334
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