Appendix F: Maintenance Schedule - Microfluidics Microfluidizer LM20 User Manual

Appendix F: Maintenance Schedule

To maintain the good performance, Microfluidics International Corporation recommends establishing a
routine maintenance schedule, typically done annually, but we do have customers with heavy-daily usage,
who schedule bi-annual preventive maintenance proposals or possibly more. Some of the benefits of
having Preventive Maintenance done of your machine are:
Extends the life of the system
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• Maintains optimal performance and efficiency of your system
Reduces / Eliminates downtime
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Reduces cost associated with unplanned repairs
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The Recommended Service Intervals for the LM20 are in the table below. Note: these are subject to
change based on usage, product processed, environment, and other conditions.
Interval
First 50 Hours
Every 500 Hours/12 Months
Every 1000 Hours/2 Years
Call the Microfluidics Service Department to schedule a maintenance program.
1-617-969-5452 or 1-800-370-5452.
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Recommended Service
Change Oil
Clean Suction Strainer
Replace Oil
Rebuild Inlet Check Valve
Replace High Pressure Seals
Replace Directional Valve O-Rings
Verify Electrical Connections
Verify Motor Current Draw
Verify Hydraulic Connections
Check Accumulator Charge
Clean Suction Strainer
Inspect Oil Breather Cap
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