10
USER MANUAL
JEFLD2001/50
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JEFLD2001/50110
50L
AIR COMPRESSOR
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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
FAULT
CAUSE
REMEDY
Tank pressure continually drops.
Air leak, check all connections.
Locate and rectify leak.
Tank pressure won’t build up.
Drain valve is open.
Close tank drain valve.
The compressor won’t switch off.
The safety valve blows off.
Pressure switch fails to stop motor Faulty pressure
switch.
Contact a specialized service technician.
Tank pressure won’t build up and the pump
is getting hotter than normal, inlet suction
is poor.
The compressor head gasket or valve plate is faulty.
Contact a specialized service technician.
There is a leak from the base of the
pressure switch when the compressor is
running.
Failure of the pressure relief valve. (Located in the base
of pressure switch)
Contact a specialized service technician.
There is a leak from the base of the
pressure switch when the compressor is
stopped.
The Non Return Valve (from the tank) is leaking.
Disassemble and clean if necessary replace valve insert.
The compressor is noisy with metallic
clangs.
Bearing or loose part problem.
Stop the compressor and contact a specialized service
technician.
The compressor sounds like it is trying to
start (motor makes a humming noise).
Air pressure trapped on piston is resisting the starting
effort.
Turn unit off and on again using the pressure switch. This
will vent air from the delivery tube.
The compressor sounds like it is trying to
start (motor makes a humming noise).
The capacitor is faulty.
Stop the compressor and contact a specialized service
technician.
Air leaks from the safety valve at pressures
less than 10 bar.
The safety valve is faulty.
Replace the Safety valve.
10. MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When doing maintenance, you may be exposed to electricity, hot surfaces, high pressure air, moving parts, or fire which may result in
injury or death. Before performing any maintenance or repair, disconnect any power source; let the compressor and motor cool down completely.
Drain all air pressure from the tank. Contact Jefferson Tools or your nearest dealer for advice on all electrical repairs and replacement parts.
TASK
WEEKLY
50Hrs
100Hrs
Every Month
Drain away condensation
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Check oil level
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Clean intake filter
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Check for oil leaks
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Replace oil
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Check cut-out
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General cleaning
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Replace air filter
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Check tube fittings and electrical connections
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Inspection of pressure tank both inside and out.
Under the
Pressure Systems Safety Regulations act
it is the responsibility of the owner of the compressor to initiate a system of inspection that
both defines the frequency of the inspection and appoints a person who has specific responsibility for carrying out the inspection.
WARNING:
Never mix different oils and do not use non-detergent/low quality oils as the compressor may be damaged. Dispose of waste oil only
in accordance with local authority requirements.
