MAINTENANCE
RECEIVER TANK OI L DRAIN PLUG
6.5.1.2 Compressor Oil Filter Element Replacement
Refer to Figure 6-2.
1. Using a strap wrench, remove the old element and gasket.
2. Clean the gasket seating surface.
3. Apply a light film of fluid to the new gasket.
4. Hand tighten the new element until the new gasket is seated in the gasket groove.
5. Continue tightening the element by hand an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.
6. Restart the compressor and check for leaks.
IMPORTANT: To minimize the possibility of filter element rupture, it is important that
Figure 6-1: Compressor Oil Fill and Tank Drain Ports
only replacement elements identified with the Vanair name, logo and
appropriate part number be used. DO NOT use substitute elements.
This is due to the fact that such substitution may have inadequate or
questionable working pressure ratings.
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OIL FILL PORT
OIL FILL
SIGH T GLASS