Gardner Denver Gardner Denver Air Compressor VRV5-8 VRV5-8

Add Champlub recip lubricant as required. See 'Compressor Oil Specifications' Section. NOTE: Do not mix oil type, weight, or brands.

Drain moisture from tank by opening tank drain valve located in bottom of tank. Do not open drain valve if tank pressure exceeds 25 PSIG.

Turn off compressor at the end of each day's operation.

Turn off power supply at wall switch.

Sign off on the daily air compressor maintenance

Change crankcase oil and oil filter. Use only Champlub recip lubricant.

Check entire system for air leakage around fittings, connections, and gaskets, using soap solution and brush.

Tighten nuts and capscrews as required.

Check and clean compressor valves, replace springs, discs and seats when worn or damaged.

CAUTION! Valve plates must be replaced in original position. Valve gaskets should be replaced each time valves are serviced.

Pull ring on all pressure relief valves to assure proper operation.

1. Clean dust and foreign matter from cylinder head, motor, fan blade, air lines, intercooler and tank.

2. Remove and clean intake air filters.

WARNING! Do not exceed 15 PSIG nozzle pressure when cleaning element parts with compressed air. Do not direct compressed air against human skin. Serious injury could result. Never wash elements in fuel oil, gasoline or flammable solvent.

3. Check V-belts for tightness. The V-belts must be tight enough to transmit the necessary power to the compressor. Adjust the V-belts as follows:

a. Remove bolts and guard to access compressor drive.

b. Loosen mounting hardware which secures motor to base. Slide motor within slots of baseplate to desired position.

c. Apply pressure with finger to one belt at midpoint span. Tension is correct if top of belt aligns with bottom of adjacent belt. Make further adjustments if necessary.

d. Check the alignment of pulleys. Adjust if necessary.

e. Tighten mounting hardware to secure motor on base.