Gardner Denver Rotary Gas Compressor SSF

Ensure the unit is completely off and no gas pressure is in the oil reservoir.

Disconnect, tag, and lockout the power supply to the starter.

Wipe away all dirt around the oil filler plug.

Add oil to return the oil level to the center of the run range when the unit is operating.

Replace the oil filler plug before restoring power to the unit.

Monitor intake scrubber condition

Change intake scrubber element if filter requires service or replacement

Change oil according to OEM Packager’s instructions

Ensure provisions are made to prevent reservoir or compressor discharge temperature from dropping below 40° F

Record current reservoir or compressor discharge temperature

Is the temperature above 40° F?

Ensure the relief valve is installed in the final discharge line

Record the unit's full load operating pressure

Calculate 75% of the relief valve set pressure

Raise the system operating pressure to 75% of the relief valve set pressure

Manually open the valve with the hand lever

Hold the valve open for a few seconds

Did the valve snap shut properly?

Observe all shutdown and lockout procedures

Refer to OEM Packager’s instructions for lubricant upgrade

Fill the system with a 50 percent charge of the new lubricant

Allow the machine to run about five minutes at temperature, or until temperature stabilizes, then shut down

Shut down compressor and relieve system of all pressure

Disconnect, tag, and lockout power supply to the starter

Is the oil hot before draining?

Is the drained oil and/or oil filter element contaminated with dirt?

Flush the entire system if contamination is found