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Service Operations - Oil Charging
13.1 Compressor Repaired Internally and Reinstalled in the System
1.
Before any internal repair is done, drain the
oil from the compressor.
·
Remove the oil plug and drain as much
oil as possible into a suitable container.
·
Remove the caps (if present) from
suction and discharge ports
·
Drain oil from the suction and discharge
ports into a suitable container while
turning the shaft clockwise only with a
socket wrench on the armature retaining
nut.
2.
Measure and record the amount of oil drained
from the compressor.
3.
Inspect the oil for signs of contamination such
as discoloration of foreign material.
4.
Perform repair to the compressor.