Gardner Denver Compressor EBQ99P

Warning: Ensure the machine is turned off before starting the procedure

Remove the wingnut and pull out the filter element

Visually inspect the element. If cleaning is not necessary, reinstall the filter element

Wash the element by soaking about 15 minutes in warm water with a mild nonsudsing detergent

Rinse the element thoroughly with clean water; a hose may be used if the water pressure does not exceed 40 psig (2.8 Bars)

Inspect the element for ruptures or cracks in the pleated media; replace the element if any are found

Inspect the gasket on the bottom (outlet end) of the element; replace the entire element if the gasket is damaged

Allow the element to air dry COMPLETELY. Do not expose the element to heat over 150 F (66 C)

Install the element in the filter body and fasten securely with the wing nut

Number of cleanings performed on the element

Visual inspection: Any rupture, crack or pin hole in the pleated media?

Pressure drop through the filter with a freshly cleaned element

Is the pressure drop below three (3) inches (76 mm) of water with the compressor running at full load?

Sign off on the filter element replacement

The following readings are based on ambient temperature of 80 F (27 C) for air–cooled oil cooler and 80 F inlet water on water–cooled oil cooler, with the system in good condition

Compressor should be at operating temperature at the time of checks

One–half hour of loaded operation is usually sufficient to reach level–out operating temperatures

Is the compressor at operating temperature?

Enter the time of loaded operation

Has the compressor reached level-out operating temperatures?

Sign off on the compressor oil system check

Inspect the inlet screen and tube for dirt accumulation

Clean the tube when required by ramming a clean dry cloth through the tube

Wipe the inside of the filter body to remove any dirt falling from the inlet tube before reinstalling the element

Sign off on the inlet tube cleaning

Check the reservoir oil level - add oil if required

Observe if the unit loads and unloads properly

Check Panel LED's for advisories

Sign off on the 8 Hour Inspection