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What should I pay attention to when using air compressors in winter?

April 06, 2021

2019 is coming to an end, the north is already covered by snow and ice, and the south has also cooled significantly. The users of the air compressor started to consult, the air compressor could not get air, there was no response when the machine was turned on, and so on.


In this case, in addition to checking whether each component is damaged, the joint is loose, etc. In cold places, pay attention to keeping the air compressor warm. details as follows:


1. The air compressor room should be appropriately increased in temperature (above 0 ° C) to keep the air compressor unit warm.


2. The relevant pipes are insulated to ensure that the condensed water discharged during the operation of the air compressor is not frozen.


3. After the compressor is shut down, open the relevant drainage valves of the gas storage tank, dryer, pipes, etc., and drain the condensate completely before closing the valves; prevent the relevant pipes from being frozen.


4. Selection of cold area, anti-freezing hydraulic oil. Diesel mobile air compressor is best to add -10 diesel.


5. The air compressor starts 2-3 times. After warming up for about 10 minutes, it will start and run according to the normal process after a few minutes of pause.


6. For long-term shutdown of the air compressor, you need to check the oil circuit and other conditions. After everything is normal, start the air compressor.


7. In the process of using the cold air compressor, always check whether the various indicators of the air compressor are working properly, and perform timely maintenance and maintenance.


8. Air compressor maintenance needs to contact the manufacturer user, please contact each branch of Demon.

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