Air Pressure And Air Volume; Maintenance, Care And Lubrication - Westfalia 50 50 81 Instruction Manual

Air Pressure and Air Volume

Operate the air grease gun with a pressure of 6.2 bar (90 psi). Exceeding the
max. permitted pressure level of 8 bar will significantly reduce the lifetime of
the tool. The ideal air suction capacity is provided by compressors with a
suction capacity of approx. 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 by
approx. 0.6 bar when using a 10 m long hose with an inner diameter of 9 mm.

Maintenance, Care and Lubrication

To ensure proper functionality and a long lifetime, diligent lubrication and
maintenance are 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.
The grease gun is a low maintenance unit in general. Because of the operator
obligations the following parts have to be regularly checked to avoid environ-
mental or property damage and to avoid persons being hurt: Head piece,
screw joints, accessories (hoses, mouthpieces, etc.).
Pneumatic tools have to be lubricated always sufficiently. This is done
continuously 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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