5. compRessoR mAIntenAnce
note: a
) If the motor does not cut in and out, but runs continuously when using an air appliance, the capacity of the compressor may be too
small for the appliance.
b
) the main gauge (fig.1.6) indicates the pressure inside the main tank,
not
the pressure supplied to the air equipment, this is
shown on the smaller gauge (fig.1.5). should the pressure in the main tank exceed the pre-set pressure switch maximum, the safety
valve (fig.1.7) will activate.
WARnIng! For this reason Do not tamper with, or adjust, the switch or the safety valve.
(When the compressor is not being used, set the regulated pressure to zero so as to avoid damaging the pressure regulator).
4.10.
to stop the compressor, press down the main switch (fig.1.1). When the compressor stops there will be a whistling sound as
compressed air is vented from the compressor head.
Do not
, other than in an emergency, stop the compressor by switching off at
the mains socket, or by pulling the plug out, as the pressure relief will not then occur and motor damage may result upon restart.
4.11.
When finished using the compressor, unplug the unit from the mains power supply.
4.12.
set the outlet pressure regulator to zero by turning the knob anti-clockwise.
4.13.
disconnect the air line/air tool.
4.14.
the tank must be drained, this will release the air left in the tank and drain away any condensation that may have formed within the
tank. choose a suitable location for this operation and/or make provision to collect the condensation.
Wear ear and eye protection
.
open the tank drain valve (fig.5) slowly allowing air and moisture to bleed from the tank. after bleeding, close the drain valve to
prevent debris building up in the valve.
WARnIng! Water that is allowed to remain in the tank during storage will corrode and weaken the air tank which could cause
the tank to rupture. to avoid serious injury, drain the tank after each use or daily.
4.15. sAFetY FeAtuRes.
thermal cut out:
If the unit overheats, the thermal cut out will operate and shut the unit down. the thermal cut out will automatically
reset when the unit has cooled down - which may take 10 to 15 minutes.
fig.4
fig.2
fig.5
fig.3
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WARnIng!
Before performing any maintenance, switch off the compressor, disconnect from the electricity supply, release all air
from the tank and turn the regulator off (fully clockwise).
In order to keep the compressor in good working condition, periodical maintenance is essential.
5.1.
After the first 100 working hours, replace the lubricating oil - see section 5.4b below.
5.2.
to Be cARRIeD out DAIlY:
a) drain condensation from the tank. see 4.14. above.
b) check for oil leaks.
c) check oil level and top up if necessary.
5.3.
to Be cARRIeD out WeeklY:
a) remove the filter element (fig.4) and check its condition. unclip the end plastic safety cover (3 clips) and lift it away. remove the
cross-head screw in the filter cover and prise out the foam filter element. clean it by blowing through with an air line at low
pressure or wash it in soapy water, rinse and dry. refit filter and the cover. do not operate the compressor without the filter as
foreign matter or dust could seriously damage the pump.
