SULLAIR Portable Air Compressor 185 JD

Lubricate axle bearings on wheel-mounted units

Proper lubrication of the portable compressor's bearing axle is critical to its proper function and reduction of wear on this part.

Use a wheel bearing grease that conforms to MILSPEC MIL-G-10924 or a high temperature one such as lithium complex NLGI consistency #2

Axles with the E-Z Lube feature can be periodically lubricated without removing the hubs from the axle.

Remove the rubber cap from the grease cap's end

Using a full charged grease gun, place the gun onto the grease zerk located on the end of the spindle. Make sure the nozzle is fully engaged on the fitting

Pump grease into the zerk. The old grease will be displaced and flow out of the cap around the grease gun nozzle

When the new grease starts flowing out of the cap, disengage the gun and wipe off any excess off the cap; and replace the rubber plug

Sign off on the compressor bearing lubrication

Warning: Ensure the compressor is off and all internal pressure is relieved before starting the procedure

Run the compressor for five to ten minutes to warm the fluid

Shut the compressor down and relieve all internal pressure

Drain the fluid sump by removing the plug, or opening the valve at the bottom of the sump tank

Change the compressor fluid and replace the fluid filter element

Fill the sump with fluid in accordance with the specifications

Sign off on the compressor fluid filter element replacement

Remove the old element with a strap wrench

Clean the gasket seating surface

Apply a light coating of fluid to the new gasket

Hand tighten the new element until the new gasket is seated

Continue tightening the element by hand an additional 1⁄2 to 3⁄4 turn

Restart the compressor and check for leaks

Sign off on the fluid replacement

Check daily compressor prior to operation

WARNING: Do not use aerosol types of starting aids such as ether. Such use could result in an explosion and personal injury

Ensure that the compressor is on a level surface

Ensure that a minimum clearance of 3 feet [0.9 meters] is provided all the way around the machine to allow exhaust gas to ventilate before operating the machine

Check all oil and fluid levels in the engine and compressor

Fill the fuel tank and drain any water from the fuel/water separator

Check the dust collectors and clean if necessary

When the compressor is warmed up, press the "Start/Load" button to load the compressor for full operation

Clean the radiator and cooler exterior surfaces every 100 hours

Check the Engine Operator’s Manual for service requirements every 100 hours

Clean the radiator and cooler exterior surfaces

Where dust and other atmospheric contaminants are present, it might be necessary to clean these parts more frequently

Check the Engine Operator's Manual for service requirements

Change the engine oil and filter

Clean or replace the return line strainer

Change the air filter primary elements