![]() In the compressor pictured above, it is behind a plastic cage like I mentioned before. First thing you'll do is determine where your belt system in located.Older models have the pulleys exposed to changing those belts will be a "walk in the park". Most compressor's nowadays have a plastic cage that surround the machine's pulleys. Installing a new belt on your air compressor system should be almost as easy as replacing your air filter. You have successfully changed you air compressor's oil! If your system is equipped with a dipstick, be sure to check it for the right level. Take your time and make sure the compressor receives the correct amount of oil. Depending on your system's fill valve, you may need to add some oil, wait for it to level out, and add some more. Now, slowly and carefully fill your machine with a high-quality air compressor oil or manufacturer recommended oil.Once all of the old oil has been removed, replace the drain plug using an adjustable wrench.Remove the drain plug from the compressor and drain the oil into a container.Also, remove the fill cap to allow air into the system.Before you begin to drain your compressor, turn it on for a few minutes to warm and thin the viscosity of the oil so that it leaves the system with ease. ![]() Follow these steps for draining and replacing the oil in your machine: Changing the oil in your air compressor is the most difficult (yet, still remarkably simple) undertaking in maintaining the efficiency of your compressor. ![]()
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