AEG AC3060S, Original Instructions Manual

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WARNING
Air powered tools may require more air consumption than
this air compressor is capable of providing. Check the tool
manual to avoid damage to the tool or risk of personal injury.
10. Control the amount of air flow with the pressure regulator knob.
Turning the knob fully counterclockwise will completely stop the
flow of air.
NOTE:
Always use the minimum amount of pressure necessary
for your application. Using a higher pressure than needed will
drain air from the tank more rapidly and cause the unit to cycle
on more frequently.
11. When finished, always drain the tank and unplug the unit. Never
leave the unit plugged in and/or running unattended.
12. It is recommended to use a residual current device with a rated
residual current of 30 mA or less.
CHECKING THE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
See figure 10.
WARNING
Do not attempt to tamper with the safety valve.
Anything loosened from this device could fly up and hit you.
Failure to heed this warning could result in death or serious
personal injury.
The pressure relief valve will automatically release air if the air tank
pressure exceeds the preset maximum. The valve should be checked
before each day of use by pulling the ring by hand.
1. Turn the air compressor on and allow the tank to fill. The
compressor will shut off when the pressure reaches the preset
maximum.
2. Turn the air compressor off.
3. Pull the ring on the safety valve to release air for three to five
seconds. Air should rapidly escape. Release the ring and the air
should stop.
4. The ring pin may need to be pushed back into position to stop the
flow of air at high pressure.
WARNING
If air leaks after the ring has been released, or if the valve is stuck
and cannot be actuated by the ring, do not use the air compressor
until the safety valve has been replaced. Use of the air compressor
in this condition could result in serious personal injury.
DRAINING THE TANK
See figure 11.
To prevent tank corrosion and keep moisture out of the air used, the
air tank of the compressor should be drained daily.
To drain:
1. Turn the air compressor off.
2. Pull the ring on the pressure relief valve to release until pressure
gauge reads less than 1.4 bar.
3. Release the ring.
4. Turn the drain valve counterclockwise to open and drain the
moisture.
NOTE:
Condensate is a polluting material and should be disposed
of in compliance with local regulations.
5. If drain valve is clogged, release all air pressure. Remove and clean
the valve, then reinstall.
DANGER
Unplug the air compressor and release all air from the tank before
servicing. Failure to depressurise tank before attempting to
remove valve may cause serious personal injury.
6. Turn the drain valve clockwise until tightly closed.
STORAGE
1. Push the power switch to the OFF position to turn off the
compressor.
2. Unplug the compressor.
3. Run the air tool to relieve the air pressure in the hose, then
remove the air hose and the tool, or release the air by the pressure
relief valve.
4. Drain water from the tank as instructed in Draining the Tank
section. Leave the valve open until the next usage.
5. Store the air compressor in its normal operating position in a dry
and protected area.
WARNING
Water will condense in the air compressor tank when the
compressor is in operation. Water left in the tank can cause the
tank to weaken and corrode, increasing the risk of tank rupture.
WARNING
Always disconnect the air hose from tools whenever not in use or
while servicing. During maintenance, a tool connected to air hose
may operate accidentally, causing serious personal injury!
WARNING
Failure to unplug the air compressor before storage may result
in the compressor running continuously, causing overheating,
damage to the compressor, and possibly a fire.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing use only original replacement parts. Use of any
other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection with side shields. Failure to do so could
result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING
Always release all pressure, disconnect from power supply, and
allow unit to cool before cleaning or making repairs on the air
compressor.