Clarke SHHH 2, SHHH 10, SHHH 2/10 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

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Model No. SHHH 2/10

SHHH AIR COMPRESSOR

SHHH AIR COMPRESSOR

Part No: 2320757

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PARTS & SERVICE

For Spare Parts and Service, please contact your nearest dealer,

or CLARKE International, on one of the following numbers.

PARTS & SERVICE TEL: [phone]

PARTS & SERVICE FAX: [phone]

or e-mail as follows:

PARTS: [email protected]

SERVICE: [email protected]

SPECIFICATIONS Motor 230V 50Hz 1Ph

Max. Pressure ........................................................... 8 bar (120psi)

Air Intake .................................................................. 1.1cfm (25Lpm)

Air Displacement @ 5bar ...................................... 0.65cfm (18.0Lpm)

Electric Motor ........................................................... 0.19kW (0.25HP)

Receiver Capacity ................................................. 9 Litre

Fuse Rating .............................................................. 13amps

Duty Cycle ............................................................... 15 mins ON - 15 mins OFF

Part No. .................................................................... 2320757

Dimensions ............................................................... 34x34x50cm

Sound Power Level ................................................. 40dBA

Compressor Oil ........................................................ 500mL, Synthetic Oil

Oil Part No. ............................................................... 3050795

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Shhh Air silent running air compressor

Before attempting to operate the machine, please read this leaflet thoroughly
and carefully follow the instructions given. In doing so you will ensure the safety of
yourself and that of others around you, and you can also look forward to the
compressor 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 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 without prior permission. This guarantee does not effect your statutory
rights.

CONTENTS Page

Specifications .................................................................................. 2

Parts & Service................................................................................. 2

Safety Precautions .......................................................................... 4

Electrical Connections ................................................................... 5

Parts Identification .......................................................................... 6

Preparation for Use ......................................................................... 6

Operation ........................................................................................ 6

Shutting Down ................................................................................. 8

Maintenance .................................................................................. 8

Fault Finding .................................................................................. 10

Accessories .................................................................................... 11

Declaration of Conformity ........................................................... 11

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation and use.

Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of personal injury.

However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked, or ignored, personal injury to the

operator, or damage to property may result.

It is in your own interest to read and pay attention to the following 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. ALWAYS place the compressor on a flat horizontal surface.

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 mains 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 adjust the pressure regulator to the recommended setting for the particular
spray gun or tool being used.

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. Protect yourself. Think carefully about any potential hazards which may be created by
using the air compressor and use the appropriate protection. e.g. Goggles will protect
your eyes from flying particles. Face masks will protect you against paint spray and/or
fumes.

12. Before spraying any material always consult paint manufacturers instructions for safety
and usage.

13. Do not exert any strain on electrical cables and ensure that air hoses are not angled 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 expel 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 read and fully understand
these Operating Instructions.

17. Ensure that any equipment or tool used in conjunction with your compressor, has a
safety working pressure exceeding that of the machine.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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.

WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the

following code:

Green & Yellow - Earth

Blue - Neutral

Brown - Live

As the colours of the flexible lead of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

❐ Connect GREEN & YELLOW cord to terminal marked with a letter “E” or Earth

symbol “ ” or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.

❐ Connect BROWN cord to terminal marked with a letter “L” or coloured RED.

❐ Connect BLUE cord to terminal marked with a letter “N” or coloured BLACK.

If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded onto the electric cable (i.e.
non-rewireable) please note:

1. The plug must be thrown away if it is cut from the electric cable. There is a

danger of electric shock if it is subsequently inserted into a socket outlet.

2. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.

3. Should you wish to replace a detachable fuse carrier, ensure that the correct

replacement is used (as indicated by marking or colour code).

4. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local dealer or most

electrical stockists.

FUSE RATING

The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the same rating (13 amps) and
this replacement must be approved to BS1362.

We recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply via a Residual
Current Device (RCD)

If in any doubt, DO NOT attempt any connections or repairs yourself. Consult a
qualified electrician, your Clarke dealer,

or telephone CLARKE International Service Dept. on:

020 8556 4443

or, e-mail : [email protected]

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OPERATION

Fig.1

Firstly, ensure the compressor is on level ground...do not allow it
to run if it is standing on an incline.

Check also that the mains voltage corresponds with that
shown on the data label on the side of the compressor.

Ensure that the ON/OFF switch, mounted on the Pressure
Regulator (shown in fig. 3), is turned to the ‘0’ (OFF) position,
then plug in and switch ON at the mains supply.

1. To start the compressor, turn the ON/OFF switch to the

‘I’ (ON) position - the motor should start immediately.

NOTE: Should the motor fail to start immediately, it is possible
that the air receiver is already full of air. Check the tank
pressure gauge (see fig. 4). If you release air, by opening
the air drain valve (see fig. 1), the motor will start
automatically once the cut-in pressure is reached.

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Fig.3

PREPARATION FOR USE

The compressor MUST be filled with oil before use.
A 500mL bottle of Synthetic Oil is provided.

Remove the travel plug, fitted to the Oil Filler/
Breather, and fill with oil using the funnel provided,
so that the level is midway across the Oil Sight Glass
(indicated in Fig.1).

When satisfied, place the breather, contained in
the bag of loose parts, firmly on to the Filler/Breather
spout.

Fig.2

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

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IMPORTANT:

Always refer to the accessory manufacturers recommendations for

optimum operating pressures for their equipment.

4. With the operating pressure set, reopen the air outlet tap.

5. The Pressure Switch, located within the plastic cover beneath the ON/OFF switch,

should not require adjustment. This is an automatic device and has been preset at
the factory to stop the motor when pressure in the receiver reaches its maximum,
and to start it again when the pressure in the receiver falls to the minimum preset
value. This operation is completely automatic and does not affect the spraying
process in any way. However, should problems develop with the cut-in, cut out
settings, please consult your Clarke dealer, or the Clarke Service Dept..

NOTE:

a

. If the machine pumps continuously without cutting out then the compressor is too

small for the application/tool being used, and damage may result. Consult your
Clarke dealer.

b. The motor is protected by a Thermal Overload so that if the motor overheats for any

reason - the thermal overload will trip, stopping the motor. Allow a period for the
motor to cool down before restarting (15 - 20 minutes).

c. DO NOT exceed the Duty Cycle for the machine (see Specifications).

NOTE: For most spray work do not exceed 50 psi (unless following paint manufacturer’s
instructions).

For other airline equipment such as, tyre gauges, staple guns, paraffin guns etc., it may be
necessary to set the operating pressure at a higher (or lower) level.

Before connecting your airline to the compressor,
allow it to run for 10 - 15 seconds, with the air drain
Valve, (see, Fig. 1) completely open to permit a good
distribution of the lubricating oil.

2. Close the outlet tap then connect one end of suitable

air hose to the outlet connector (see Fig. 1) , and the
other end to the equipment to be used.

3. Set the outlet pressure by adjusting the Pressure

Regulator.

To do this, lift the Pressure Regulator Knob, and turn it
clockwise to increase pressure, anticlockwise to
decrease as noted on the Outlet Gauge.

To lock the Regulator Knob and hence the outlet
pressure, push the Regulator Knob down until it clicks
into place.

Fig.4

IMPORTANT:

ALWAYS switch the compressor ON or OFF at the Pressure Switch...NEVER at the mains

supply switch

Fig.5

SHUTTING DOWN THE COMPRESSOR

1. To shut down the compressor, simply turn the ON/OFF switch to the ‘O’ (OFF) position.

MAINTENANCE

DAILY

1. Check the oil level before you start and top up if necessary - use Synthetic
Air Compressor Oil ONLY, available from your Clarke dealer..Part No. 3050795

The oil level is checked by viewing the oil sight glass, see Fig. 1.

To add oil, proceed as follows:

Remove the air breather (see Fig.7), and top up
until the oil level is midway on the oil sight glass.

2. Drain any condensate that may have
accumulated in the air outlet filter, by pushing
the valve (arrowed in Fig. 6), upwards, with
the tank under pressure.

3. When you have finished with the compressor,
ALWAYS open the drain valve to expel all air,
and to allow any condensate to drain off.

DO NOT FORGET to close the valve again
when the tank is empty.

NOTE: In order to drain condensate by opening
the drain valve, the tank MUST be under pressure.

Fig.6

2. Close the air outlet tap and trigger the equipment (spray

gun,air tool etc.) to release air from the air hose before
disconnecting the hose from the machine.

3. Before transporting your compressor or when leaving

overnight, expel all air from the receiver by opening the
drain valve - Fig 5.

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IMPORTANT:

DO NOT FORGET to close the valve again when the tank is empty, particularly if the

compressor may not be used for some time.

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Fig.7

PERIODICALLY

1. Renew Air Breather every 500 hours of
operation.

2. Drain and replace the oil annually, as
follows:

(I) Slacken off the screw securing the

Compressor Head Securing Collar, shown
in Fig. 8, and remove the collar.

(iii) Pull off the Head, complete with

sealing ring.

(iii) Tilt the compressor carefully on to its side,

as shown in fig. 8, so that the oil may be
drained into a suitable container.

Dispose of the oil according to local
ordinances.

(iv) Reassemble the head ensuring the

sealing ring is in perfect condition and is
located correctly.

IMPORTANT! USE ONLY SYNTHETIC OIL,
available from your CLARKE dealer.

Fig.8

3. Check the time it takes to fill the air tank,

periodically, as follows:
(i) Ensure the tank is fully drained and the drain tap and outlet tap firmly closed.

(ii) Start compressor and check to ensure there are no leaks, using soapy

water on all joints. Should any leak be apparent, stop the compressor,
drain the tank and rectify the leak before proceeding.

(iii) The time taken to charge the tank is 220 seconds at 20 degrees C, ± 5%

(iv) Check to ensure the cut-out pressure is 8bar (120psi), if not, consult your

Clarke dealer.

Should the tank charging time be excessive, and no leaks are apparent,
consult your Clarke dealer.

4. Check the Air Filter Should the air filter
become dirty, consult your Clarke dealer.

5. Check the Non-Return Valve

Should the tank pressure decrease for no
apparent reason, it is possible that the non­return valve is leaking. To check, ensure the tank
is under pressure and the machine switched
OFF, then disconnect the flexible pipe (A Fig 9)
from the compressor head to the pressure valve
If air is found to be leaking, empty the tank then
dismantle the non-return valve as follows:

Fig.8

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PROBLEM

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

The compressor will
not start, or stops
and will not start
again.

Bad connections.

Check the electrical connections.
Clean and tighten as necessary.

Replace fuse

Wait 25-20 mins before attempting
to restart

Blown fuse

Overload cutout switch
has tripped.

FAULT FINDING

Compressor does
not start.

Air receiver charged Open drain valve to expel air.

Compressor should start again when
pressure reduces to approx. 95 psi.

Air leaking from the
pressure switch
valve when the
compressor is not
running.

Faulty non-return valve. First drain the receiver completely

of air. Renew the non-return valve.

Air pressure from
the regulator will
not adjust.

Replace RegulatorThe diaphragm within the

regulator body is broken.

The compressor
does not reach the
set pressure and
overheats easily.

NOTE: It is also possible
that you are using more
air than the compressor is
capable of delivering.

Inlet Air Filter is blocked

Renew Oil Filler/Air Filter plug

Compressor
operating, but no
air from outlet

Renew Oil Filler/Air Filter Plug

Turn Regulator clockwise to set
required pressure

Close Drain Valve

Reconnect or replace Bleed Pipe

Inlet Air Filter Blocked

Pressure Regulator closed

Drain valve open

Bleed Pipe (from Pressure
Switch to non-return valve)
broken or disconnected

Carefully unscrew the non return
valve assembly from the vertical
hex. riser, then disassemble. Clean
or renew the rubber disk before
reassembling.

With the valve restored, start the machine with the flexible pipe disconnected to
check for leaks. If leaks persist, renew the valve assembly, otherwise reconnect
the flexible pipe.

ACCESSORIES

Your Shhh Air Compressor can be used in conjunction with a range of optional
accessories for inflating tyres, air brushing, stapling, blowing and many other uses.
For details contact your local Clarke dealer.

A complete kit - Model KIT 600, illustrated below, is available from your Clarke

dealer, ideal for many applications...... Please quote part number 3110150

T

he accessories are also available separately:

Should you experience any difficulties obtaining accessories, please contact the Clarke
sales department (telephone [phone]) for details of your nearest dealer.

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