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Warranty Power Tools

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete 

satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass 

manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our 

required level of performance and you may need the 

assistance of our service department.
This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home 

domestic use from the date of the original purchase. 

If found to be defective in materials or workmanship, 

the tool or the offending faulty component will be repaired 

or replaced free of charge with another of the same item. 

A small freight charge may apply. Proof of purchase is 

essential. We reserve the right to reject any claim where 

the purchase cannot be verified.
This warranty does not include damage or defects to the 

tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents, 

alterations or commercial or business use. It also does not 

cover any bonus items or included accessories. Only the 

power tool is covered under this warranty. 
With continuing product development, changes may have 

occurred which render the product received slightly 

different to that shown in this instruction manual.
Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place.
Conditions apply to the above warranty. For full details of 

the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our 

website – 

www.gmcompany.com

For prompt service we suggest you log your service 

request online - www.gmcservice.com.au, should you 

not have access to the internet, please contact our 

service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) 

or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 

Warranty 

2

Warning labels explained 

3

Introduction 

4

Environmental protection 

4

Description of symbols 

4

Specifications 

4

General safety instructions 

5

Additional safety rules for air compressors 

6

Contents of carton 

7

Know your product 

8

Unpacking 

9

Assembly 

9

Pre-start routine 

10

To start & stop the compressor 

10

Operation 

11

Troubleshooting 

12

Maintenance 

14

General inspection 

15

Cleaning 

15

Power cord maintenance 

15

Summary of Contents for 40L

Page 1: ...ed from this unit is not suitable for human consumption Test the safety relief valve daily Refer the instruction manual l level as shown only oil grade ed in instruction manual To prevent build up of condensation open drain cock daily When filter becomes dirty or oily clean or replace filter Refer to instruction manual oltage used on uipment Switch ower supply plug from mains removing any Ensure m...

Page 2: ...nus items or included accessories Only the power tool is covered under this warranty With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty For full details of the warranty terms and conditions please r...

Page 3: ...vel is required to be at the red dot on the oil level sight glass prior to use Use only oil grade specified in the instruction manual To prevent build up of condensation open drain cock daily Do not switch on without first checking the oil level and if required filling with oil Always turn the compressor off at the On Off switch on the compressor before turning off at the power supply Unit starts ...

Page 4: ...acement 232 l min 273 l min 8 2 CFM 9 6 CFM Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instructio...

Page 5: ...rrectly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery They can be caught in moving parts Rubber gloves and non slip footwear are recommended when working outdoors If you have long hair wear a protective hair covering 8 Use safety accessories Safety glasses and earmuffs should always be worn A face or dust mask is also required if the sanding operation creates dust 9 Do not abuse the power cord Never pul...

Page 6: ... an explosion If these solvents are used ensure that only stainless steel spray equipment is connected The compressor is not affected by the use of these solvents Never directly inhale the compressed air produced by a compressor and do not use it for charging breathing tanks Do not use welding equipment in close proximity to the compressor Do not weld anything to the air tank of the compressor thi...

Page 7: ...ng safety goggles or shield ear protection breathing or respirator mask and protective clothing Wear goggles Wear earmuffs Wear a breathing mask Never apply the outlet air of this compressor directly on to any part of a person s body Do not attempt to block the air outlet with your finger or any part of your body The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose Any use other than those mentio...

Page 8: ...ulated air outlet 7 Regulated outlet pressure gauge 8 Safety valve 9 Non return valve 10 Drain cock 11 Air tank 12 Wheel x 2 13 Safety cover 14 Oil filling plug 15 Air filter assembly 16 Oil level glass 17 Air tap 18 Oil drain plug 19 Allen key for handle assembly 10 6 13 11 7 4 5 2 8 9 10 12 15 17 1 3 14 16 18 19 ...

Page 9: ...side nut with another spanner 5 Repeat for the second wheel Handle The handle of the compressor must be fitted in the following manner Note In order to fit the handle the following supplied accessories are required 1 Insert the handle into the inside walls on the brackets which have been welded onto the tank 2 Align the holes of the handle and the bracket 3 Select one of the hex head bolts and one...

Page 10: ...t Pre start routine 1 Ensure that the location for the compressor is clean dry and well ventilated 2 Ensure the crank case has been filled with oil and is at the correct level and the air filter has been fitted 3 Open the regulated output valve 6 Open the valve by rotating the air tap 17 so it is in line with the air outlet refer to the OPEN picture To close the valve rotate the air tap so it is f...

Page 11: ...should be adjusted and the gauge read with the outlet valve open and the air being discharged from the regulated outlet through the accessory being used To increase the air pressure rotate the regulating valve clockwise To decrease the pressure rotate the regulating valve anti clockwise Note If you do not allow the air to discharge while you are setting the regulator the pressure as indicated on t...

Page 12: ...ed service centre to check and clean if necessary Piston connecting with the valve seat Use authorised service centre to increase size of gasket Moving parts excessively worn Use authorised service centre to repair or replace WARNINGS 1 Never attempt to remove any part of the compressor whilst the tank is under pressure 2 Never attempt to remove any electrical component whilst the compressor is co...

Page 13: ...cylinder Use authorised service centre to check and repair if necessary Open drain cock Check the drain cock make sure it is closed If not immediately switch off the unit as per the shut down instructions and close the drain cock Air fittings leaking Check all air fittings Make sure that they are tight and not leaking at the joins If a quick release fitting is leaking disconnect it and reconnect i...

Page 14: ...k case oil plug left hand side of the crank case at the bottom Note Use good quality compressor lubricating oil SAE30 or L DAB 100 over 10 C SAE10 or L DAB 68 under 10 C 2 After each subsequent 500 hours of operation again drain the oil and refill the crank case with clean oil 3 After each day of operation unscrew the drain cock 10 under the tank to drain out any condensation that is in the tank T...

Page 15: ...air filter insert cartridge then re install the filter cover back on by firstly lining up the lugs and pushing the cover firmly over the lugs to securely lock the air filter housing into position General inspection 1 Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight 2 The supply cord of the tool should be checked frequently for damage If damaged have the cordset replaced by an authorised servic...

Page 16: ...ew Zealand 7am 7pm 7days a week AEST Please note that if repair or replacement is required you must provide a valid original purchase receipt You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State postcode receipt n...

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