Emulsified lubricating oil
Tanabe VLHH-64A / 74A, v-type air-cooled 3-stage reciprocating compressor
Possible cause
Humid room, drain not purged often enough
What to do
Manufacturer's manual, p. 33Ventilate; set drain timer to 5–10 s every 10–15 min; vent drain line to atmosphere
See the assembly on the 3D model
Other Tanabe VLHH-64A / 74A faults
Abnormal sound around the cylinderForeign matter, worn cylinder or rings, bad head gasket, damaged valveAbnormal sound in the crankcaseWorn bearings, pin bushing or rod metal, loose rod boltHigh delivery air temperatureLeaking delivery valve or seat gasket, carbon on valves, poor coolingHeavy carbon on valvesExcess oil, wrong or old oilPressure does not risePipe leaks, damaged valves, worn rings, blocked suction filter, unloader faultOil pressure does not riseReverse rotation, clogged oil filter or screen, low oil, air in oil, worn bearingsHigh oil consumptionWorn rings, piston or cylinder, too much oilExcessive vibrationMisalignment, loose bolts, worn bearingsBelt slipsBelt tension too lowOverheatingFan belt loose, clogged cooler
From the manufacturer's manual “EM-20-5 INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR TANABE AIR COMPRESSOR TYPE VLHH”. Check against the original on board before work.