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AIR / OIL REGULATOR (#AL40-N02-3Z) INSTALLATION
Refer to picture diagram on page 8 for these instruction.
- Mount this unit on the machine tool, in a convenient location with easy
access for servicing (maintaining the proper oil level and draining of
the water).
- Fill oil reservoir using ISO-VG15 (paraffin based) oil or equivalent.
- Connect the air input line to the input side of the unit. (Be sure shut-off
valve is “OFF”).
NOTE: It is recommended that a Quick Disconnect be used for the input
air line!
- Connect the air output line to the stopper block (1/8” NPT) or thru spindle
circuit. (Stopper block set-up is most common).
- Adjust the air pressure using the air pressure regulator adjustment knob.
Recommended pressure is 58 - 87 psi (0.4 - 0.6 MPa).
- Open the shut-off valve and adjust the oil drip rate using the oil lubricator
adjustment knob to 1-3 drops/min. (This is a rough setting and will need
to be fine-tuned once the head is connected).
AIR / OIL REGULATOR (#AL40-N02-3Z) OPERATION
Refer to picture diagram on page 8 for these instruction.
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Oil Volume:
Check the oil reservoir at least once a week. Use caution to
avoid under and over filling of the reservoir as it can cause the oil delivery
rate to vary.
CAUTION: Be sure to disconnect the air input line and check for zero
pressure at the gage, prior to opening the oil filler cap!
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Water in the Air Filter:
Drain the water from the moisture reservoir by
unscrewing the black cap at the bottom of the reservoir bowl. A drain
hose may be installed on the bottom of the reservoir by depressing the
red button on the end of the black cap and inserting the correct diameter
hose into it.
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Adjusting the Oil Drip Rate:
Run the head at the desired air pressure/
RPM and adjust the oil drip rate to the recommended amount by turning
the lubricator adjustment knob. Turn the CCW to increase the drip rate
and CW to decrease the drip rate.
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Remove Oil & Moisture Regularly:
Remove and replace the oil in the
reservoir once a month to ensure a pure lubricant for the motor. Moisture
may collect and mix with the oil in the reservoir causing premature
damage to the motor. The easiest method to remove the oil and clean the
bowl is to remove it from the reservoir. Depress the release buttom in the
downward direction and rotate the bowl for removal.
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Oil Grade:
ISO VG-15 (paraffin based oil) is recommended.
