Air Pressure And Air Volume; Maintenance And Care; Lubrication - Westfalia LT536 Manual

Air Pressure and Air Volume

Operate the air hammer with a pressure of 6.2 bar (90 psi) using a
compressor with an air suction capacity of at least 230 l/min. The ideal
capacity is provided by compressors with a suction capacity of 300 – 400
l/min.
Only use air hoses with an inner diameter of at least 9 mm. When setting up
the air pressure, always keep in mind that the pressure will decrease approx.
0.6 bar when using a 10 m long hose with an inner diameter of 9 mm.

Maintenance and Care

To ensure proper functionality and a long lifetime, diligent lubrication and
maintenance is essential.
For operating pneumatic tools clean air is required. Corrosion residues, dust
and dirt from the pneumatic pipes reduce the efficiency of the tool and will
cause technical problems. An upstream maintenance unit consisting of filter,
pressure regulator valve and lubricating equipment removes moisture and dirt
from the air, controls the working pressure and supplies the tool perfectly with
lubricating oil.
If necessary clean the unit with a moist cloth.
Do not use abrasive or aggressive chemicals as benzene or thinner, which
may dissolve plastic parts.
Do not allow liquids to enter the unit and never immerse it into liquids. Water
in the compressed air inlet can damage the machine. Therefore it is recom-
mended to drain the air lines and the compressor regularly! The air filters
should be cleaned at least once a week.

Lubrication

Pneumatic tools have to be lubricated always sufficiently. This is done continu-
ously and safest by using an oil-fog lubricator. If the oiler is mounted centrally at
the compressor or mounted firmly at the end of the compressed-air pipe
installation, use only a hose with a length of max. 10 m. If the hose is longer, the
nebulisation disappears in the air. The oil floats inside the hose and does not
arrive at the air tool.
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