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MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Chart
Procedure
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
1 year
or 100
Hours
See tank
warning
label
Check safety valve
X
Inspect air filter
X
+
Drain air tank
X
Check pump oil level
X
Change pump oil
X
**
+
Oil leak inspection
X
Inspect drive belt
X
Check drive belt tension
X
Check pulley/flywheel alignment
X
Check for unusual noise/vibration
X
Check for air leaks
X*
Clean compressor exterior
X
Remove tank from service
X
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* To check for air leaks apply a solution of soapy water around joints.
While compressor is pumping to pressure and after pressure cuts out,
look for air bubbles to form.
** The pump oil must be changed after the first 20 hours of operation.
Thereafter, when using
synth
etic blend non-detergent air compressor
oil, change oil every 100 hours of operation or once a year, whichever
comes first.
+ Perform more frequent in dusty or humid conditions.
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For more information, call 1-888-895-4549 .
Shut-down (Fig. 2)
1. Move Auto/Off switch to the OFF (O) position.
NOTE: If finished using compressor, follow Steps 2 - 6.
2. Turn the regulator knob counterclockwise until fully closed.
Ensure regulated pressure gauge reads 0 PSI (0 kPa).
3. Remove hose and accessory.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Firmly grasp air hose in hand
when installing or disconnecting to prevent hose whip.
4. Drain the air tank,
see Draining Air Tank under Maintenance
.
Ensure air tank pressure gauge reads 0 PSI (0 kPa).
WARNING: Risk of bursting. Drain air tank daily. Water will
condense in air tank. If not drained, water will corrode and weaken
the air tank causing a risk of air tank rupture.
5. Allow the compressor to cool down.
6. Wipe air compressor clean and store in a safe, non-freezing
area.
7. Unplug air compressor and wrap the power cord loosely around
the handle.
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