Ingersoll-Rand SS5L5 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Daniel HughesAug 19, 2025
Why is air delivery dropping off in my Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor?
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  Brandi McintoshAug 19, 2025
  A drop in air delivery from your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor can stem from several issues. Check for clogged or dirty inlet and discharge line filters and clean or replace them as needed. Inspect air discharge piping for leaks. Also, lubricant with too high viscosity can cause this, so drain and refill with the proper lubricant. Other potential causes include leaky, broken, carbonized, or loose compressor valves (inspect, clean, or replace, and consider installing a valve kit), damaged or worn piston rings (install a ring kit), piston rings not seated properly (adjust them), scratched, worn or scored cylinders or pistons (repair or replace), or a defective safety/relief valve (replace it).
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Morgan DominguezAug 26, 2025
Why does my Ingersoll-Rand SS5L5 Air Compressor unit run excessively hot?
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  sabrinasanchezAug 26, 2025
  An Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor unit that runs excessively hot may suffer from inadequate ventilation around the beltwheel; relocate the unit for better airflow. Check if the drive belts are too tight or misaligned and adjust them. Inspect the compressor valves for leaks, breaks, carbonization, or looseness, and clean or replace them as required, possibly installing a valve kit. Also, verify the beltwheel direction of rotation, checking the motor wiring for proper connections and reversing two leads on three-phase motors if needed.
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Julia BryantAug 28, 2025
Why is there oil in the discharge air of my Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor?
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  Eric MartinezAug 28, 2025
  Oil in the discharge air (oil pumping) in your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor can be caused by several factors. The lubricant viscosity might be too low, or a detergent-type lubricant might be in use; in either case, drain the existing lubricant and refill with the proper lubricant. Other potential causes include damaged or worn piston rings (install a ring kit), piston rings not seated properly (adjust piston rings), scratched, worn, or scored cylinders or pistons (repair or replace), a worn cylinder finish (deglaze cylinder with 180 grit flex-hone), or excessive condensate in the receiver tank (drain the receiver tank).
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Lori GordonAug 30, 2025
Why my Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor unit does not come up to speed?
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  gsingletonAug 30, 2025
  If your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor unit doesn't reach its proper speed, several factors could be the cause. Check for a loose beltwheel or motor pulley, excessive end play in the motor shaft, or loose drive belts, and repair or replace components as needed. Also, lubricant with too high viscosity can cause this, so drain and refill with the proper lubricant. Other potential causes include improper line voltage, leaky, broken, carbonized, or loose compressor valves (inspect, clean, or replace, and consider installing a valve kit), or defective ball bearings on the crankshaft or motor shaft (inspect the bearings and replace the crankshaft assembly if required).
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John CordovaSep 1, 2025
Why is my Ingersoll-Rand SS5L5 Air Compressor experiencing excessive starting and stopping?
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  Nicholas RobersonSep 1, 2025
  Excessive starting and stopping of your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor can be attributed to a few common issues. Check for air leaks in the air discharge piping and repair the tubing and connections. A leaking check valve or a blown-out check valve seat can also cause this, so replace the check valve. Additionally, excessive condensate in the receiver tank can be a factor; drain the receiver tank using the manual drain valve.
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Mrs. Catherine MathewsSep 3, 2025
Why is my Ingersoll-Rand SS5L5 Air Compressor unit slow to come up to speed?
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  David KrauseSep 3, 2025
  If your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor is slow to reach its operating speed, several factors could be responsible. The lubricant viscosity might be too high, so drain the existing lubricant and refill with the proper lubricant. Other potential causes include a leaking check valve or a blown-out check valve seat (replace the check valve), an ambient temperature that is too low (relocate the unit to a warmer environment or install a crankcase heater kit), or a bad motor (replace it).
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Brenda McculloughSep 5, 2025
What causes abnormal piston, ring, or cylinder wear in Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressors?
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  Robert JonesSep 5, 2025
  Abnormal wear on the piston, rings, or cylinder of your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor can be caused by several factors. If the lubricant viscosity is too low, drain the existing lubricant and refill with the proper lubricant. Ensure the lubricant level is adequate by adding lubricant to the crankcase to the proper level. Also, avoid using detergent-type lubricants; drain any existing detergent lubricant and refill with the proper lubricant. Other potential causes include scratched, worn, or scored cylinders or pistons (repair or replace as required), an extremely dusty atmosphere (install remote air inlet piping to a cleaner air source and use more effective filtration), or a worn cylinder finish (deglaze the cylinder with a 180 grit flex-hone).
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Mary JohnsonSep 7, 2025
Why is my Ingersoll-Rand SS5L5 Air Compressor knocking or rattling?
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  Pam MichaelSep 8, 2025
  Knocking or rattling in your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor can be caused by a few things. Check for a loose beltwheel or motor pulley, excessive end play in the motor shaft, or loose drive belts, and repair or replace as needed. Inspect the compressor valves for leaks, breaks, carbonization, or looseness, and clean or replace them, installing a valve kit if necessary. Other potential causes include carbon build-up on top of the pistons (clean the pistons), scratched, worn, or scored cylinders or pistons (repair or replace), worn or scored connecting rod, piston pin, or crankpin bearings (inspect and repair or replace), or defective ball bearings on the crankshaft or motor shaft (inspect the bearings and replace the crankshaft assembly if required).
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kcardenasSep 9, 2025
Why do lights flicker or dim when my Ingersoll-Rand SS5L5 is running?
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  Shawn ValenzuelaSep 10, 2025
  If lights flicker or dim when your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor is running, it could be due to several electrical issues. Check for improper line voltage, wiring or electric service panel that is too small, poor contact on motor terminals or starter connections, improper starter overload heaters, or poor power regulation (unbalanced line).
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Joseph PatrickSep 12, 2025
Why is there moisture in the crankcase of my Ingersoll-Rand SS5L5 Air Compressor?
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  Mr. Nicholas CollierSep 12, 2025
  Moisture in the crankcase, a milky appearance in petroleum lubricant, or rusting in the cylinders of your Ingersoll-Rand Air Compressor can be caused by a detergent-type lubricant being used (drain and refill with the proper lubricant), extremely light duty cycles (run the unit for longer duty cycles), or the unit being located in a damp or humid location (relocate the unit).

Summary

Owners Manual With Parts List

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines to prevent injury and property damage during operation and maintenance.

General Information Overview

Installation Guide

Selecting an Installation Location

Criteria for choosing a suitable indoor site considering space, power access, and environment.

Permanent Mounting Instructions

Steps for securely mounting the unit to a stable foundation to prevent stress.

Remote Air Inlet Piping

Discharge Piping Installation

Compressor Lubrication

Synthetic Compressor Lubricant

Recommended lubricant for optimal performance and extended warranty.

Alternate Lubricant Guidelines

Initial Start-Up

Filling Procedures

Step-by-step guide for adding lubricant to the compressor crankcase.

Pressure Switch Operation

Instructions for setting the pressure switch lever before the first operation.

Operation

General Operation Guidelines

Normal Start-Up Procedure

Steps to safely start the compressor and prepare it for use.

Shutting Down the Unit

Maintenance

Filter Replacement (SS5)

Instructions for removing and replacing the air filter element.

Oil Change Procedure

Steps for draining old lubricant and refilling with new oil.

Troubleshooting Guide

Abnormal Piston, Ring or Cylinder Wear

Identifies causes and solutions for wear issues in compressor cylinders and pistons.

Air Delivery Drops Off

Addresses issues causing reduced airflow, such as clogged filters or leaks.

Unit Does Not Come Up To Speed

Solutions for compressors failing to reach operating speed, including valve and belt checks.

Unit Is Slow To Come Up To Speed

Troubleshooting steps for compressors that operate at reduced speed.

Unit Runs Excessively Hot

Diagnoses and rectifies causes of overheating, such as lubricant issues or ventilation.

Excessive Noise During Operation

Identifies sources of unusual noise and methods for reduction.

Excessive Starting and Stopping

High Oil Consumption

Knocking or Rattling Issues

Lights Flicker or Dim When Running

Moisture in Crankcase or Milky Lubricant

Motor Overload Trips or Draws Excessive Current

Motor Will Not Start

Oil in Discharge Air (Oil Pumping)

Oil Leaking from Shaft Seal

Safety;Relief Valve Pops

Ingersoll-Rand SS5L5 Specifications

General

Horsepower	5 HP
Tank Capacity	60 gallons
Maximum Pressure	135 PSI
CFM at 90 PSI	18.1 CFM
Voltage	230V
Max Pressure	135 PSI
CFM @ 90 PSI	18.1 CFM
Model	SS5L5
Type	Stationary
Tank Size	60 gallons
Lubrication Type	Lubricated
Air Delivery	18.1 CFM at 90 PSI
Phase	Single-phase
Pump Type	Two-stage