Few Ideas On How To Maintain Air Compressors

By Matthew Carter on November 10, 2015

The air compressors are machines that are capable to compress high amount of air which is then converted into kinetic energy that can be used for various purposes. Like any other industrial machine, for efficient operation and superior results, proper and regular air compressor maintenance is essential. Such maintenance ensures the operators that they can use the compressors for longer period without any major breakdowns. That’s why all operators need to prepare an air compressor maintenance schedule that will save them both time and money. If you use a certain air compressor model, check our helpful air compressor maintenance ideas to maximize the value of your investment and to increase the profitability of your business:

Air-Compressors

Lubricate the Air Compressor

Unless your air compressor is an oil free compressor, don’t operate your equipment if the parts are not lubricated well. When lubricating your air compressor:

  1. Make sure that the equipment is turned off and disconnected from the power source.
  2. Ensure that it is on a flat and level surface.
  3. Remove the fill cap.
  4. Check the oil in the crankcase assembly for dirt and debris.
  5. The oil level should not exceed the halfway point of the sight glass.

Change the Air Compressor Pump Oil

  1. Make sure that the equipment is turned off and it is disconnected from the power source.
  2. Ensure that it is on a flat and level surface.
  3. Remove the fill cap.
  4. Place the collection container underneath the oil drain cap.
  5. Remove the oil drain cap and let the oil drain out.
  6. Fill the crankcase with appropriate oil, and be careful not to exceed the halfway point.

Check the Air Filter Element

  1. Make sure that the equipment is off and disconnected from the power source.
  2. Ensure that the compressor pump is cold.
  3. Remove the filter top from the filter base.
  4. Remove the element from the filter base.
  5. Blow out any dust and debris from the filter element.
  6. If needed, replace the element.
  7. Reconnect the filter top to the base and secure it.

General Preventive Air Compressor Maintenance

 

Procedure Daily Weekly Monthly Annually
Check pump oil level X
Oil leak inspection X
Drain water in tank X
Check for uncommon noise and vibration X
Inspect all air leaks X
Inspect belts X
Check air filters, clean or replace X
Check the relief valve X
Check and tight all bolts X
Look for leaks X
Service and check the pump or the engine X

 

If you think that you don’t have the skills to perform the maintenance and inspection procedure, you can leave your air compressor maintenance to professional hands. Professionals know which part of the air compressor requires more attention, and they know when maintenance and service is needed.

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do.