Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
Before using your compressor it is in your own interest to read and pay attention
to the following safety rules
1. Compressed air is dangerous. NEVER direct a jet of air at people or animals, and
NEVER discharge compressed air against the skin.
2. DO NOT operate your compressor with any guards removed.
3. Electrical or mechanical repairs should only be carried out by a qualified engineer. If
problems occur, contact your Clarke dealer.
4. Before carrying out any maintenance, ensure the pressure is expelled from the air
receiver, and the machine is disconnected from the electrical supply.
5. DO NOT leave pressure in the receiver overnight, or when transporting.
6. DO NOT adjust, or tamper with the safety valves. The maximum pressure is factory
set, and clearly marked on the machine.
7. DO NOT operate in wet or damp conditions. Keep the machine dry at all times.
Similarly, a clean atmosphere will ensure efficient operation. Do not use in dusty or
otherwise dirty locations.
8. Some of the metal parts can become quite hot during operation. Take care not to
touch these until the machine has cooled down.
9. Always set the pressure regulator to the recommended setting for the tool.
10. When spraying flammable materials e.g. cellulose paint, ensure that there is
adequate ventilation and keep clear of any possible source of ignition.
11. Before spraying any material, always consult paint manufacturers instructions for
safety and usage.
12. Protect yourself. Goggles will protect your eyes from flying particles. Face masks will
protect you against paint spray and/or fumes.
13. Do not exert any strain on electrical cables and ensure that air hoses are not kinked
or wrapped around machinery etc.
14. When disconnecting air hoses or other equipment from your compressor ensure that
the air supply is turned off at the machine outlet and vent all pressurised air from
within the machine and other equipment attached to it.
15. Make sure that children and animals are kept well away from the compressor and
any equipment attached to it.
16. Always ensure that all individuals using the compressor have had the necessary
training and have read and fully understand these operating instructions.
17. Ensure that any equipment or tool used in conjunction with your compressor, has a
safe working pressure exceeding that of the compressor.
18. Exercise caution when transporting the compressor to avoid tipping it over.
19. Permanently installed systems should be installed by a competent engineer.
20. These compressors produce noise levels in excess of 70dB(A). Persons working in the
vicinity of the compressor must be provided with suitable ear protection.
WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly
before connecting the product to the mains supply.
Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an
approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or due to
damage, it should be cut off and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions
shown below. The old plug must be disposed of safely, as insertion into a mains socket
could cause an electrical hazard.
WARNING! The wires in the power cable of this product are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue = Neutral Brown = Live Yellow and Green = Earth
If the colours of the wires in the power cable of this product do not correspond with the
markings on the terminals of your plug, proceed as follows.
• The wire which is
coloured Blue must be
connected to the
terminal which is marked
N or coloured Black.
• The wire which is
coloured Brown must be
connected to the
terminal which is marked
L or coloured Red.
• The wire which is
coloured Yellow and Green must be
connected to the terminal which is marked E or or coloured Green.
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply via a
Residual Current Device (RCD)
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt any repairs yourself
NOTE: The compressor is supplied without any oil inside, there will also be
a transit plug inserted into the oil reservoir, which must be
removed and the dipstick supplied inserted in its place.
1. Remove the dipstick from the oil
reservoir.
2. Add oil until the oil level is between
the min and max marks on the
tick.
dips
• Only use SAE40 compressor oil,
available from your Clarke
dealer.
ATTACHING AIR TOOLS
WARNING: BEFORE CONNECTING ANY AIR TOOLS, MAKE SURE YOU
HAVE READ ANY INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE TOOL, ALSO ENSURE
THAT THE TOOL IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE COMPRESSOR AND HOSE
SPECIFICATIONS.
If the compressor has not been used for 24 hours or more, open the drain valve
in the tank to drain any condensate which may have accumulated. See
page 9.
1. Insert the plug into the power sock
2.
Lift the On/Off button.
• The compressor will run until the
tank is fully pressurised. It will
then switch off.
• The compressor will start up
again when the pressure in the
tank decreases during use.
3. Make sure the safety valve is
working correctly by pulling on the
attached.
ring
• Air should be released when the
ring
is pulled and stop when
released.
• If the valve does not operate as
expected, it must be replaced
by qualified service personnel
before the compressor is used.
et and switch on the power.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE OR ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE SAFETY VALVE.
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY REPAIR OR ADJUSTMENT IF YOU ARE
UNCERTAIN AS TO HOW IT SHOULD BE DONE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUERIES,
CONTACT YOUR CLARKE DEALER.
PROBLEMPROBABLE CAUSEREMEDY
The compressor
has stopped and
es not start.
do
The compressor
es not reach
do
the set pressure
and overheats
easily.
Compressor does
t start.
no
Air leaking from
e pressure
th
switch valve
when the
compressor is not
running.
Air pressure from
gulator will
the re
not adjust.
The compressor is
ver
y noisy and
makes a metallic
knocking sound.
Bad electrical connections.1. Check electrical connections.
2. Clean and tighten as
ne
Overload cutout switch has
d.
trippe
Motor windings burnt out.1. Contact your Clarke dealer for
Compressor head gasket
blown or valve br
The tank has already fully
pressurised.
Faulty non-return valve.1. Drain receiver completely of
The diaphragm within the
regulator body is broken.
Compressor damaged and
eeds overhaul.
n
oken.
1. Switch off and wait approx 5
minutes.
2. Press the reset button and
swi
a replacemen
1. Wait for the compressor to
cool down,
2. Remove the cylinder head.
3. Replace any broken
co
4. Carefully clean all sealing
sur
If in doubt contact your Clarke
dealer
1. Open drain valve to expel air.
Compressor should start again
when pressure reduces.
air
2. Remove the valve end plug,
3. Carefully clean the valve seat
an
4. Reassemble.
1. Replace regulator
1. Return the machine to your
nearest service agent.