Table of Contents Warranty ....................ii Table of Contents .................. iii List of Figures ..................v Safety Precautions Safety Information .................6 General Warnings ................6 Air Compressor Safety Warnings ..........7 Installation Unpacking and Inspection .............8 Parts List ..................8 Storage ...................8 Preparation for Use ................8 2.4.1 Work area set up ..............9 2.4.2 Initial air compressor set up ..........9 Operation ..................11...
Safety Precautions Safety Information The following are definitions of the Warnings, Cautions and Notes that are used throughout this manual to call your attention to important information regarding your safety, the safety and preservation of your equipment or an important tip. WARNING Warning is used to indicate dangers that could result in personal injury.
Air Compressor Safety Warnings Observe these safety warnings when operating the air compressor: Do not operate compressor with any damaged hose(s) or after the compressor or attachments have been dropped or damaged. The pressure relief valve is calibrated and sealed by the manufacturer. Do not tamper with it or change the setting.
CAUTION Packed compressors must be stored in a dry, well ventilated, dust free area, with an ambient temperature between -10 to 40 °C maximum. Preparation for Use Read and understand the safety instructions before using Newport ACWS Series air compressor.
2.4.1 Work area set up Designate a work area that is clean and dry, with a cool ambient temperature (up to 34 °C). Locate the compressor on a flat level surface to ensure proper pump lubrication and to prevent damage to the unit. Keep 12’’...
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Figure 2 Remove rubber plug on the oil pipe 3) Carefully cut the tip of the funnel cap included with the air compressor, remove the round cap from the bottle of oil included and put the funnel cap on securely. 4) Carefully add oil to the oil pipe.
When properly installed, the compressor will operate within less than 50% duty cycle. Check air connections and leaks regularly to prevent overheating caused by compressor operating with larger than 50% duty cycle. Contact Newport technical support if the air compressor is operating with larger than 50% duty cycle.
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule WARNING Do not perform any maintenance until the unit is cooled down. Following are general guidelines for maintenance checks of the air compressor. Weekly: Check for oil leaks, abnormal noise or vibration. Monthly: Check oil level. Drain the condensate that has collected in the air tank. It may be necessary to do more often when operated in high humidity.
Move the air compressor to an appropriate place for draining purposes. Use a container underneath the drain valve to prevent spilling. Slightly tilt your ACWS Series air compressor forward and release the drain valve (see Figure 4, open about a ¼ turn) to let the condensate out.
3.2.4 Checking the pressure relief valve Run the compressor to pressurize the air tank, then switch off the compressor. Gently pull the ring at the end of the pressure relief valve to see if air is released. If so, your pressure relief valve is functioning. If not, please contact customer service.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions Compressor adding oil Rubber cap on the air intake port is not Take off the rubber cap on the air intake process takes too long taken off. pipe port. Compressor does not start No power at outlet.
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The compressor starts and Large amount of condensate in air tank. Remove condensate. stops more frequently than usual Air leak Apply soapy water to joints while the air compressor is pressurized. Look for air bubbles to identify the air leak. Tighten up connections that has air leak.
2. Purchase order number. 3. Complete description of the problem. If components are to be returned to Newport Corporation, you will be given a Return Number, which you should reference in your shipping documents. Please fill out the service form located on the next page, and have the information ready when contacting Newport Corporation.
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Service Form Vibration Control Products Name RETURN AUTHORIZATION # Company (Please obtain prior to return of item) Address Country Date P.O. Number Phone Number Item(s) Being Returned: Model # Serial # (or manufacturing date) Description Reason for return of goods (please list any specific problems) Please Describe the Problem: (Attach additional sheets as necessary) Where is the Equipment Installed?
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