MAINTENANCE
Maintenance
1. Clean crankcase and renew lubricating oil after the first 10 working
hours.
2. Clean the oil level daily, and replenish if necessary (Fig.4)
3. Open drain cock under the tank to exhaust daily.
4. Clean crankcase and renew the oil, clean air filter, and 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 receiver tank condensation.
·· 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, removing dust and debris from air tank and valves.
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. Put the cover off first and put on the breath pipe and air filter before
2. Never unscrew any connecting part when the tank is in pressure
3. Never disassemble any electrical part before disconnecting the plug.
4. Never adjust the safety valve carelessly.
FIG. 4
5. Never use the compressor in place where voltage is too low or too
6. Never disconnect the plug to stop compressor, set the switch knob
7. If the release valve doesn't work as motor stopped, find the cause
8. Lubricating oil must be clean, oil level should be kept in the score of
9. Disconnect the plug to cut off power supply and open the outlet
CAUTION
the compressor run (Fig.5).
condition.
high.
in position off instead.
immediately so as not to damage motor.
oil ruler.
valve.
BREATHER
AIR FILTER
SIGHT GLASS
FIG. 5
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