The key factor that determines the reliability and durability of an air compressor in an application is the amount of
time the air compressor is supplying air during the vehicle/ machine operation known as the duty cycle of the air
compressor.
Air compressors are not designed to pump continuously and generate a lot of heat when pumping. The heat is
dissipated during the time the compressor is not pumping (called the unloaded operation).
Compressed air system maintenance/servicing can help minimize the air compressor duty cycle and optimize the
reliability and durability of the air compressor.
This includes checking the air compressor exhaust port, discharge line, and fittings for carbon buildup at regular
intervals. See the Owners and/or Operation and Maintenance Manuals for the engine being serviced.
