Updated: July 8th, 2008 05:26 PM EDT
Effective Maintenance
By Asphalt Contractor Staff
Asphalt Contractor, June 2004
Gear
- Check spray bar for excessive contaminants and plugged orifices.
- Check for wear and "backlash."
- Ensure proper lubrication.
V-Belts
- Check v-belt tension.
- Check wear on v-belt/pulley.
Lubricants
Lubricants cool, seal, lubricate and remove contaminants from a compressor.
- Use proper grade (see manual).
- Drain existing lubricant before refilling.
- Draw routine lubricant samples to determine maximum lubricant life.
- Use synthetic lubricant for maximum service life.
Filters
Air
Any contaminants not trapped in the filter will eventually damage machinery and equipment.
- Use proper micron rating as specified by OEM.
- Check pressure differential and, if necessary, carefully clean according to manufacturer's recommendations.
- Check for worn/damaged seals.
- Check structural integrity.
- Replace after filter has been cleaned two or three times.
Lubricant Filter/Lubricant Separator
- Use only genuine replacement parts.
- Change when maximum pressure differential is reached or at each lubricant change, whichever occurs first.
Coolers
- Check for visible contamination and clean regularly.
- Keep clean and dry.
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