Excessive Oil Consumption - KAESER SM 8 Service Manual

11.2.8

Excessive oil consumption

Possible cause:
Wrong oil is being used in the unit.
Oil separator cartridge has ruptured.
Oil separator cartridge mountings are
loose.
Oil level in separator tank is too high.
Scavenger line is clogged.
Appendix
Remedy:
Replace with correct oil type.
Consult authorized KAESER distributor
for other oil types not listed.
Check pressure differential and re-
place oil separator cartridge if neces-
sary.
Tighten mounting bolts.
Drain oil to correct level.
Inspect dirt trap strainer in scavenger
line. Clean or replace clogged parts as
necessary.
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