MAINTENANCE
Maintenance
1. Clean crankcase and replace oil after the first 10 working hours.
2. Check the oil level daily, and replenish if necessary (Fig.4)
3. Open drain under the tank to exhaust daily.
4. Clean crankcase and replace the oil, clean air filter, check safety valve,
and pressure gauge after every 120 working hours.
WARNING
Disconnect electrical cord from outlet and release air pressure
from system before performing maintenance.
NOTICE
All units contain maintenance parts (e.g. lubricating oil, filters,
separators), which are periodically replaced. These used parts may be,
or contain, substances that are regulated and must be disposed of in
accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Take note of the position and locations of parts during disassembly to
make reassembly easier. The assembly sequences and parts illustrated
may differ for your particular unit.
DAILY OR BEFORE EACH OPERATION
·· Check lubrication levels. Fill as needed.
·· Drain condensation in the air tank.
·· Check for unusual noise or vibration.
·· Ensure area around compressor is free from rags, tools, debris, and
flammable or explosive materials.
WEEKLY
·· Check safety/relief valves by pulling rings. Replace safety/relief valves
that do not operate freely.
·· Inspect air filter element. Clean if necessary.
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MONTHLY
·· Inspect for air leaks. Squirt soapy water around joints during
compressor operation and watch for bubbles. Tighten fittings if
necessary.
·· Clean exterior.
3 MONTHS OR 120 HOURS
·· Change petroleum lubricant in pump while crankcase is warm.
12 MONTHS OR 1000 HOURS
·· Replace air filter element.
Caution
1. Take the cover off first and switch on the breath pipe and air filter
2. Never unscrew any connecting part when the tank is pressurized.
3. Never disassemble any electrical part before disconnecting the plug.
4. Never adjust the safety valve without caution.
5. Never use the compressor in a setting where voltage is too low or
FIG. 4
6. Never disconnect the plug to stop the compressor, set the switch to
7. If the release valve doesn't work after the motor has stopped, find the
8. Lubricating oil must be clean, and the oil level should always remain
9. Disconnect the plug to cut off power supply and open the outlet
CAUTION
before running the compressor (Fig.5).
too high.
the off position instead.
cause immediately so as not to damage motor.
at the red mark in the sight glass.
valve.
BREATHER
AIR FILTER
SIGHT GLASS
FIG. 5
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