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 the gear housing 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.
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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 (
P
) 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.
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.
Summary of Contents for COMPETITOR PLUS 2002
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