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Caution!
Do not attempt to deglaze the cylinder bore with a harsh abrasive agent. The use of such
abrasive agents usually results in oil carryover and faulty compressor.
After deglazing, the cylinder walls should be thoroughly cleaned by scrubbing the bore with a stiff bristle (do
not use wire brushes); brush using ordinary soap or a detergent and hot water. Rinse thoroughly with hot
water and then check the cleanliness of the cylinder bore by wiping it with a soft white cloth.
11.
The cylinders may now be replaced. R
eplace the cylinders in the manner outlined under “
cylinder
removal & replacement
”.
12.
After the new piston rings have been installed, the compressor should be operated for at least 10 hours at
full load before checking for proper air delivery or oil consumption.
2.5.7 Intake filter replacement
The filter cartridge must be cleaned or changed at regular intervals. The intervals depent on the air taken in by the
compressor. In hevy dust conditions monthly or even weekly servicing can be necessary.
Remove cover and spring, take out micronic filter cartridge and control if it is dirty. Clean filter housing
inside with a damp cloth. Take care to prevent dust from entering intake pipe. Replace O-ring if necessary.
When changing cartridge make sure spring on top cover is installed properly.
2.5.8 Sintered filter element replacement
Remove piping connected to filter head. Screw off union nut. Remove filter head along with sintered filter element.
Remove center screw, and separate sintered filter element, baffle and vortex plate from the filter head. Install the
new filter and screw on tightly. Replace the o-rings on water separator with new ones and put back on the top head.
Reconnect all piping.
2.5.9 Prufier cartridge replacement
The purifier housing as well is made of stainless steel and it contains in it a refillable cartridge. Follow the
refilling instruction that is supplied with the refilling kits for this procedure. The procedure to remove and
replace a purifier cartridge is as follows:
