CAUTION READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY before operating or servicing this
air compressor, to familiarize yourself with the proper safety, operation, and standard
operating procedures of this unit. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS
IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN THE VOIDING OF YOUR WARRANTY,
AND PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS AIR COMPRESSOR WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE BECAUSE OF FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL. By following the instructions and recommendations in this manual you
will ensure a longer and safer service life of your air compressor.
introduction
Attention: Read through the complete
manual prior to the initial use of your
Compressor
Using the Operator’s manual
The operating manual is an important part of your Compressor and
should be read thoroughly before initial use, and referred to often to make
sure adequate safety and service concerns are being addressed.
Reading the owner’s manual thoroughly will help avoid any personal injury
or damage to your pump. By knowing how best to operate this machine
you will be better positioned to show others who may also operate the
unit.
You can refer back to the manual at any time to help troubleshoot any
specific operating functions, so store it with the machine at all times.
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productidentification
Record Identification Numbers
Compressor
If you need to contact an Authorized Dealer or Customer Service line
(1-866-850-6662) for information on servicing, always provide the
product model and identification numbers.
You will need to locate the model and serial number for the pump and
record the information in the places provided below.
Date of Purchase:
Dealer Name:
Dealer Phone:
Product Identification Numbers
Model Number:
Serial Number:
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safety
Safety Precautions and Warnings
Listed are some, but not all safety precautions that must be observed
with compressors. Failure to follow any of these warnings may result
in severe personal injury, death, property damage and/or compressor
damage.
• Air from this compressor will cause severe injury or death if used for
breathing or food processing.
• Air used for these processes must meet OSHA 29 CFR 1910 or FDA
21 178.3570 regulations.
• This compressor is designed for use in the compression of normal
atmospheric air only. No other gases, vapors or fumes should be
exposed to the compressor intake, nor processed through the
compressor.
• Disconnect all power supplies to the compressor plus any remote
controllers prior to servicing the unit.
• Relieve all pressure internal to the compressor prior to servicing.
• Do not depend on check valves to hold system pressure.
• A properly sized safety valve must be installed in the discharge piping
ahead (upstream) of any shutoff valve (block valve), heat exchanger,
orifice or any potential blockage point. Failure to install a safety relief
valve could result in rupturing or explosion of some compressor or
safety component.
• Do not change the pressure setting of the safety relief valve, restrict the
function of the safety relief valve, or replace the safety valve with a plug.
• Over pressurization of some system or compressor component can
occur, resulting in severe personal injury, death and property damage.
• Never use plastic pipe, rubber hose, or soldered joints in any part of the
compressors. Failure to ensure system compatibility with compressor
piping is dangerously unsound.
• Never use a flammable or toxic solvent for cleaning the air filter or any
parts.
• Do not attempt to service any part while the compressor is operating.
• Do not operate the compressor at pressures in excess of its rating.
• Do not remove any guards while the compressor is operating.
• Observe gauges daily to ensure compressor is operating properly.
• Follow all maintenance procedures and check all safety devices on
schedule.
• Compressed air is dangerous, do not play with it.
• Use the correct lubricant at all times.
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troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart
NOTE: Troubleshooting problems may have similar causes and solutions.
Make sure drive engine battery is disconnected before any maintenance or repair.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE COMPRESSOR DRIVE ENGINE KEY
SWITCH IF OFF AND REMOVED FROM THE COMPRESSOR
You should always contact an authorized service center before attempting to fix or repair your air compressor.
ProblemPossible CauseSolutions
Compressor
stalls and dies
Compressor
is running but
is not
compressing air
Compressor
does not idle
up for
compression
Compressor
pump knocking
1. Drive engine low on fuel.
2. Compressor check valve not
functioning.
3. Compressor Pilot valve not
functioning.
4. Spark Plug in engine is bad.
5. Drive engine low on oil.
1. Compressor pilot valve is
actuated.
2. Compressor pilot valve is
malfunctioning.
3. Compressors pump head
unloaders stuck engaged.
1. Throttle control valve (bullwhip)
not engaging.
2. Throttle control valve cable
broken.
3. Drive engine throttle linkage
damaged.
1. Loose motor pulley or
compressor flywheel.
2. Low oil level in compressor
pump.
3. Carbon build up on valve and
piston.
1. Check fuel level in drive engine.
2. Inspect compressor check valve.
3. Check drive engine spark plug.
4. Check oil level on compressor
drive engine.
5. Check oil on compressor pump.
1. Check pilot valve to make sure
it is in the proper position.
2. Replace compressor pilot valve.
3. Check and clean compressor
pump head unloaders.
1. Check throttle control valve
(bullwhip) for proper function.
2. Replace throttle control valve.
3. Check drive engine throttle
linkage.
1. Tighten pulley or flywheel.
2. Keep oil level at recommended
level for proper operation.
3. Only use factory recommended
oil.
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troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CauseSolutions
Excessive oil
discharge in
air (All
Compressors
have a small
amount of oil
carry over in
compression)
Compressor
Overheating
Excessive belt
wear
Compressor
won’t start in
cold
weather
Compressor
has excessive
vibration
1. Worn piston rings or cylinder.
2. Restricted air intake.
3. Oil level to high.
4. Compressor has exceeded it
duty cycle.
1. Poor ventilation.
2. Dirty cooling surfaces.
3. Compressor is out of its
operating duty cycle.
1. Pulley out of alignment.
2. Improper belt tension.
3. Pulley damaged of loose.
1. Bad check valve.
2. Compressor has wrong grade
oil.
3. Control lines frozen.
1. Compressor is not properly
mounted on vibration isolation
pads.
2. Compressor pulley is out of
alignment.
3. Engine is low on fuel of throttle
is out of adjustment.
1. Clean or replace air filters.
2. Reduce oil level to
recommended amount.
3. Reduce compressor duty cycle
(repair leaks or add another unit
to handle the excess demand).
1. Relocate compressor to any
area with better ventilation (at
least 18 inches from the nearest
wall).
2. Clean all cooling surfaces.
3. Reduce compressor duty cycle
(repair leaks or add another unit
to handle the excess demand).
1. Realign pulley with flywheel.
2. Readjust belt tension.
1. Use IS 100 (30W) compressor
oil for cold weather conditions.
2. Move compressor to a warmer
location.
3. Put a heat lamp on compressor
to maintain above freezing
temperatures.
1. Properly mount compressor on
vibration isolation pads.
2. Re-align pulleys.
3. Check drive engine oil and fuel
level.
4. Re-adjust engine throttle control
(bull whip).
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compressormaintenance
Compressor Maintenance
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, always turn drive engine key off and remove
from compressor, relive all air pressure from the system, also
disconnect the battery power connections before starting any service
or maintenance on the compressor.
Daily:
Drain the receiver. Condensation will accumulate in the tank daily, and
should be drained at least once a day. This is done to reduce corrosions
of the tank from the inside. Always wear protective eye wear when
draining the tank.
Check pump oil level. All units have a sight glass the oil level non running
units should be no lower than ½ way on the sight glass if it is lower then
you need to add oil until it is at least ½ way up the sight glass.
Check unit for any unusual noise or vibrations.
Weekly:
Clean air filter to ensure that no dirt or heavy particulate makes its way
into the compressors valve assemblies.
Clean external parts of compressor and electric motor, this helps to
ensure proper cooling and prevents rust and corrosion on critical parts.
Check safety valves to ensure they are not stuck in place and are
operating properly.
Elite units check auto tank drain for proper function.
Monthly:
Inspect complete air system for leaks to make sure the compressor does
not get out of its duty cycle due to air leak in the system.
Inspect oil for contamination to ensure that harmful deposits do not build
up in the oil.
Check belt tension, to ensure the belts do not fail pre-maturely. Tighten
them as needed to ensure they do not slip. If belts are loose, tighten
per instructions on next page. Failure to tighten can cause pre-mature
belt failure.
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storage
Every 3 months:
Change oil to ensure that the compressor has proper oil level and that
the oil in the machine does not deteriorate past factory specifications.
Inspect valve assemblies to prevent premature failure and clean out and
carbon that can form in older valves.
*Elite units clean auto tank drain strainer and check for proper function.
Inspect pressure switch for proper function.
Inspect check valve for proper function and remove any carbon
accumulation to prevent premature failure.
*Clean belt guard coolers (if equipped).
Storage of Compressor:
Before storing the compressor for a prolonged period of time, use a blow
gun to clean all debris from compressor. Shut OFF main power and turn
OFF disconnect. Drain tank pressure, clean air filter, drain old oil and
replace with new oil. Cover the unit to prevent dust and moisture from
collecting on the unit.
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