Air Compressor Break in

[bronx]

I just got a Ingersoll Rand 3hp compressor, and did the recommended 30 min break-in procedure. I used the recommended Ingersoll synthetic oil for the 30 minute break-in, and I'm wondering if I should change the oil or leave it in for a bit longer. Any thoughts?

 

[dave123]

I like to get rid of break in oil as soon as possible and with out a doubt when it's splash lubed with no filter. I broke in my 7.5 HP compressor with 60min run time and yearly changes their after using Amsoil compressor oil.

 

[Trav]

Change the oil.I ran my quincy for 60 min open valve then changed the oil even with full pressure lubrication and filter.

 

[Steve S]

Change it.

 

[bronx]

Thanks guys. I changed it after about 60 mins of use. When it comes down to it, oil is cheap, even synthetic.

 

[dave123]

Sounds like a nice little unit and will give you many years of service.