CAMCORP Blower Package with M-D Pneumatics Blower - Manual (Page 19)

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
A good maintenance program will add years of service to your blower.
A newly installed blower should be checked frequently during the first month of operation, especially lubrication. Check oil level
in both the drive end and gear end of the blower and add oil as needed. Complete oil changes are recommended every 1000
operating hours, or more frequently depending on the type of oil and oil operating temperature.
The following is recommended as a minimum maintenance program.
DAILY MAINTENANCE WEEKLY MAINTENANCE MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
1. Check and maintain oil level, and add
oil as necessary.
2. Check for unusual noise or vibration
(See Troubleshooting on page 8)
1. Clean all air filters. A clogged air filter
can seriously affect the efficiency of
the blower and cause overheating
and oil usage.
2. Check relief valve to assure it is
operating properly
1. Inspect the entire system for leaks.
2. Inspect condition of oil and change if
necessary (see page 6)
3 Check drive belt tension and tighten if
necessary.
START-UP CHECKLIST
We recommend that these startup procedures be followed in sequence and checked (v ) off in the boxes provided in any of the
following cases:
• During initial installation
• After any shutdown period
• After maintenance work has been performed
• After blower has been moved to a new location
Date Checked
1. Check the unit for proper lubrication. Proper oil level cannot be over-emphasized. Refer to
Lubrication Section.
2. Check Alignment.
For Direct Drive: Check coupling and shaft alignment.
For Belt Drive: Check for proper belt alignment and tension.
3. Turn the rotors by hand to be certain they do not bind.
WARNING: Disconnect power. Make certain power is off and locked out before touching
any rotating element of the blower, motor or drive components.
4. "Bump" the unit with the motor a few times to check rotation and to be certain it turns freely
and smoothly.
5. Start the unit and operate it for 30 minutes at no load. During this time. feel the cylinder for
hot spots. If minor hot spots occur, refer to the Troubleshooting Section (page 8).
6. Apply the load and observe the operation of the unit for one hour. Check the unit frequently
during the first day of operation.
7. If minor malfunctions occur, discontinue operation and refer to the Troubleshooting Section
(page 8).
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