Cleaning, Draining, and Oiling the Air Compressor

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How to do it

Cleaning

  • UNPLUG THE AIR COMPRESSOR
  • Wipe down the exterior with a rag, focusing on clearing dust off the motor, any moving parts.

Draining Water

The bottom of the air compressor has a valve for quickly evacuating water that collects at the bottom of the air tank.

  • Grab a pan or bucket
  • PUT ON SAFETY GLASSES
  • With the bucket positioned to catch water, slowly open the valve till water and air start to shoot out.
  • As soon as it stops sputtering, close the valve. If the water is slightly red, that is ok. If there is noticeable sludge, inform the manager.

Changing Oil

  • UNPLUG THE AIR COMPRESSOR
  • Grab a 1qt bottle of new oil, oil pan or bucket, and a few clean rags
  • There is a valve below the motor for draining the oil. Position the bucket under the outlet and open the valve. Let the oil drain completely and set aside.
  • New oil
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