Speedaire
Operating Instructions & Parts Manual
Speedaire
Two-Stage Air Compressor
Operation
This compressor has been
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inspected,thoroughly tested and
approved at the factory. For this unit
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to give long satisfactory service it
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must be installed and operated
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properly.This model is equipped with
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a pilot valve and head unloaders to
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provide continuous run capabilities.
The pilot valve acts as an automatic
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air switch allowing air to flow from the
receiver to the head unloader
mechanism, thus actuating it. The
pilot vlave senses receiver pressure.
When the receiver pressure reaches
the cut-out pressure setting of the
pilot valve, the pilot valve opens and
air is released to the unloader
mechanism. The compressor stops
compressing air and runs unloaded
until the cut-in pressure setting of the
pilot
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9HP Diesel Engine Driven
Initial Start Up
1. Check compressor oil level. Add oil
as required. See "Compressor Oil
Specifications" Section.
NOTE: Do not mix oil type, weights
or brands.
2. Inspect unit for any visible signs of
damage that would have occurred
in shipment or during installation.
3. Check engine oil level. Add oil as
required. Consult engine manual
for oil specifications.
4.
Close receiver outlet hand valve
and start.
5. With receiver hand valve closed, let
machine pump up to operating
pressure. At this stage the automatic
controls will take over. Check for
proper cycling operation.
6. When the initial run period has
shown no operating problems,
shut unit down and recheck oil
level.
7. Open receiver hand valve. The
air compressor unit is now ready
for use.
unit make sure receiver pressure
is below 130 PSIG.
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