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Maintenance
Compressor Lubrication Recommendation
Review safety section prior to performing any compressor service. Boss recommends Dexron III ATF. Choose your
rotary screw lubricant carefully. Due to the impossibility of establishing limits on all physical and chemical properties of
lubricants which can affect their performance in the compressor over a broad range of environmental influences, the
responsibility for recommending and consistently furnishing a suitable heavy duty lubricant must rest with the
individual supplier if they choose not to use the recommended Dexron III lubricant. The lubricant supplier's
recommendation must, therefore, be based upon not only the following general characteristics, but also upon his or her
own knowledge of the suitability of the recommended lubricant in PTO helical screw type air compressors operating in
the particular environment involved. The general minimum characteristics of lubricants must have a flash point of 400°
F, a pour point of -40° F, contain rust and corrosion inhibitors, contain foam suppressors, and contain an oxidation
stabilizer.
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It is important that the compressor oil be of a recommended type and
that this oil be inspected and replaced as stated in this manual.
Mixing different types or brands of lubricants is not recommended due to the
possibility of a dilution of the additives or a reaction between additives of
different types.
Due to environmental factors, the useful life of all "extended life" lubricants
may be shorter than quoted by the lubricant supplier. Boss Industries, Inc.
encourages the user to closely monitor the lubricant condition and to partici-
pate in an oil analysis program with the supplier.
No lubricant, however good and/or expensive, can replace proper mainte-
nance and attention. Select and use it wisely.
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