Oilless reciprocating air compressor pumps – Powerex Medical Packing System MPQ User Manual
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Oilless Reciprocating Air Compressor Pumps
Maintenance Schedule
Operating Hours
Item
Action needed
500
2500
5000
10,000
15,000
20,000
Remarks
Tank
Drain moisture
Daily
Drain tank daily
Inlet Air Filter
Replace
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(Every 2,500 hrs or less)
Blower Fan
Clean
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Fan Duct
Clean
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Compressor Fins
Clean
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(Every 2,500 hrs or less)
Bearings
Replace
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Compression Rings Replace
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Wrist Pin Bearing
Regrease
*Note 4
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Piston Set
Replace
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Cylinder
Inspect
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Unloader Set
Replace
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Gasket Set
Replace
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Bearing Seal Wrist
Pin
Replace
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V-belt
Inspect, replace
*Note 3
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Pressure Switch
Confirm operation
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Magnetic Starter
Inspect
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Replace if contact
points deteriorated
Safety Valve
Confirm operation
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(Every 2,500 hrs or less)
Pressure Gauge
Inspect
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(Every 2,500 hrs or less)
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Inspect
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Replace
NOTES:
1. Inspect and perform maintenance periodically according to maintenance schedule.
2. The maintenance schedule relates to the normal operating conditions. If the circumstances and load condition are adverse,
shorten the cycle time and do maintenance accordingly.
3. The tension of the V-belt should be adjusted during the initial stage (500H) and inspected every 2,500 hours afterwards.
Proper belt tension for 1 to 3 HP units is 2-3 lbs./.5” deflection; for 5 to 15 HP units, 4-6 lbs./.5” deflection.
4. See page 8.
Air Filter Replacement
1. Remove wing nut or spring clips
2. Remove canister and wipe inside clean with dry cloth.
3. Remove and discard filter cartridge.
4. Install new filter cartridge. Do not attempt to clean and reuse filter cartridge.
5. Wipe inside clean with dry cloth.
Figure 5 - Air Filter Replacement
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