INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Vertical Air Compressors. Read this manual fully before use and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and those around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
2. DO NOT operate your compressor with the guard removed. 3. Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified engineer. If problems occur, contact your Clarke dealer. 4. Before carrying out any maintenance, make sure that the pressure is released from the air reservoir, and that the compressor is disconnected from the electrical supply.
SAFETY SYMBOLS Read this instruction booklet carefully before positioning, operating or adjusting the compressor. Risk of electric shock. The compressor must be disconnected from the mains supply before removing any covers. Do not use in a damp environment. Risk of accidental start-up. The compressor could start automatically in the event of a power cut and subsequent reset.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS VE11C150 AND VE15C150 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.
2. Ensure the oil level is between the min and max marks on the dipstick. • Only use SAE30 compressor oil, available from your Clarke dealer Part No. 3050801 • Take care not to exceed the maximum mark. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
OPERATION If the compressor has not been used for more then 24 hours, open the drain valve (on the bottom of the reservoir) and drain any condensate which has collected. See page 10. MOVING THE AIR COMPRESSOR • Stop the compressor and disconnect it from the power supply before you move it.
TURNING THE COMPRESSOR ON 1. Plug the compressor into the power supply. 2. Lift the On/Off button. • The compressor will operate until the reservoir is fully pressurised. It will then shut down. • The compressor will start up again when the pressure in the reservoir decreases.
REMOVING TOOLS FROM THE AIR HOSE WARNING: ALWAYS SET THE PRESSURE REGULATOR TO ZERO BEFORE YOU REMOVE OR REPLACE A TOOL. 1. Push down on the On/Off button to stop the compressor. 2. Turn the outlet valve handle to the off position.
DRAINING THE RESERVOIR CAUTION: YOU MUST DRAIN THE RESERVOIR AFTER EACH DAYS USE AND BEFORE YOU PUT YOUR COMPRESSOR INTO STORAGE. 1. Turn the compressor off and disconnect from the power supply. 2. Put a container below the drain valve to collect the condensate. •...
CHECK OIL (DAILY) Ensure the oil level is between the min and max marks on the dipstick. See “Check the Oil level” on page 6 and top-up if necessary - (use Clarke SAE30 compressor oil, available from your local dealer).
REPLACING THE OIL After the first 100 hours use, replace the oil using Clarke SAE30 compressor oil. Then replace the oil after every 500 hours of operation or every 6 months. To empty the oil from the machine, remove the oil drain plug from the crankcase.
REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE COMPRESSOR IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BEFORE REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT. 1. Rotate the clips on the front of the safety cage. 2. Remove the front of the cage and take out the worn or broken drive belt.
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL VE11C150 VE15C150 VE18C150 Part Number 2226000 2226005 2226015 Max Pressure 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar Voltage 230V AC@50 Hz 230V AC@50 Hz 230V AC@50 Hz Air Displacement 9 cfm 14 cfm 18 cfm Receiver Capacity 150 L...
TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION: DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR OR ADJUST IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUERIES, CONTACT YOUR CLARKE DEALER. PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY The compressor Bad electrical connections. 1. Check electrical connections. has stopped and 2. Clean and tighten if necessary.
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