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Section VII - Compressor Fluids Converting to QuinSyn PG Normal Machines Flush clean machines presently using QuinSyn or QuinSyn IV before converting them to QuinSyn PG. Drain compressor thoroughly while hot, including all the low areas, fluid lines and fluid cooler. Fill with QuinSyn Flush and run compressor until it reaches normal operating temperatures. Shut down and lockout the machine. Drain all the QuinSyn Flush and discard in accordance with all local, state and federal disposal regulations. Change the separator and all the filters on the compressor. Refill the reservoir and system with a full charge of QuinSyn PG.
Notice! If all the previous fluid is not removed from the compressor, excessive foam may be visible in the fluid level sightglass. If this occurs, repeat the flushing procedure. Varnished Machines Flush varnished machines presently using QuinSyn or QuinSyn IV (following the procedures outlined on pages 52-53) before converting them to QuinSyn PG. Drain compressor thoroughly while hot, including all the low areas, fluid lines and the fluid cooler. Fill with QuinSyn Flush and run for 300 hours. Take a fluid sample and send to Quincy Compressor® Fluid
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Analysis to determine if further flushing is needed. Continue operating compressor until the results of fluid analysis are known. Drain or continue to run compressor as advised by the fluid analysis report.
Notice! More than one flush may be required to remove varnish buildup and reduce the TAN to an acceptable level. It may be necessary to change the fluid filter more frequently while the machine is being cleaned. If advised to refill with another charge of QuinSyn Flush, run compressor until it reaches normal operating temperature. Shut down and lockout the machine. Drain all of the original charge of the QuinSyn Flush and discard in accordance with all local, state and federal disposal regulations. Refill with a fresh charge of QuinSyn Flush and change the fluid filters. Run compressor for 300 hours. Take a fluid sample and send to Quincy Compressor® Fluid Analysis to determine if further flushing is needed. Proceed as instructed by the fluid analysis report. If advised to drain the QuinSyn Flush, run compressor until it reaches normal operating temperature. Shut down and lockout the machine. Drain the QuinSyn Flush and discard in accordance with all local, state and federal disposal regulations. Change the separator and fluid filters on the compressor and refill with a full charge of the QuinSyn PG.
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