I doubt it. You may need to have some type of dipstick heater if it blows the breaker when you try to start. I have one that needs a little TLC from a propane torch to get started. Once running everything seems to be fine.
Air Compressor - ambient temp?
Nov 27, 2009
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The containers for 30 weight non-detergent compressor oil mention the term - "all season". Does that mean that I can operate my compressor in an unheated shed in the winter, when ambient temp is in the teens to 30's?
My Husky starts and runs fine in extreme cold....But it is only a year old....Maybe older ones are different....
The risk is that the oil will be too thick, and won't lubricate properly. Of course, you could contact the compressor manufacturer.
Which was why I asked the question. The Oil packaging seems to indicate that it won't be a problem, but doesn't include specifics.
If I could ask the manufacturer, I wouldn't need to ask here.
If I had a stationary compressor in an unheated outbuilding, I would be tempted to install an unloader which would allow the compressor to start with no load.
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EJ in NJ
Hi, How big is the compressor? How cold does it get?
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