Sterling 6010 Marine Instruments User Manual


 
Portable Hot Oil Temperature Control Units Page 31
Chapter 6: Preventive Maintenance
! WARNING
Make sure that your maintenance
technicians comply with lock-out/tag-out
procedures during any servicing or
maintenance of this unit and related
equipment, per OSHA article ART 1910.147.
Before you begin servicing this unit,
disconnect all power to the unit, let the unit
cool down completely, and turn off the
water.
Failure to follow these directives can result
in serious injury or death!
6-1 Periodic Checks
Making Daily Checks
Check fluid level; add fluid as needed.
Check all connecting lines, hoses, and connectors for wear or
damage.
Making Monthly Checks
Check for leaks developing at the pump seal, gaskets, and other
similar locations.
Check the pump drive V belt for any wear.
Check the reservoir tank vent for any obstructions.
Making Quarterly Checks
Check the heat transfer fluid for deterioration. If the fluid is
noticeably darker, or it seems significantly thicker, drain the
system and replace the fluid with fresh, new recommended heat
transfer fluid.
Do a routine check of the fluid every 1,000 hours of operation or
every three (3) months, whichever comes first. Contact the Service
Department for information on fluid testing.