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Contents 2019-01-28 Operating Manual PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Safety Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists Item number of operating manual: 00 25 52 64 Item number of the machine parts list: 00 23 31 74 Read the operating manual prior to beginning any work!
Contents What to do .......... 22 What to refrain from ......22 General information ........4 Removing the packaging ....23 Information on the safety Disposal of packaging ......23 instructions........... 4 Keep the manual for later use ..... 4 Start-up ............
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 1 General information 1.1 Information on the safety instructions These safety instructions give important notes and instructions on the correct use of the equipment. Adherence to all defined safety and handling instructions is a prerequisite for a safe working environment.
1.3 Symbols Warning symbols Warnings are shown by symbols in this manual. The warnings themselves open with signal words that express the seriousness of the danger. Adhere to these warnings at all times to avoid accidents, personal injury and equipment damage. DANGER! ...
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists Special safety instructions The following symbols are used in conjunction with safety instructions in order to illustrate certain types of danger: DANGER! Danger of death due to electric current! ...
1.5 Copyright protection Keep the manual and its contents confidential. It is only to be used by personnel who actively use the machine. Forwarding of the manual to third-parties without prior written permission from the manufacturer is not permitted. NOTE! The contents, texts, drawings, pictures and other representations are protected by copyright and are subject to industrial property rights.
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 2 Safety This section provides an overview of all important safety aspects. These offer optimal levels of safety for personnel and safe and problem-free operation. Significant danger may result from non-compliance with the operating steps and safety instructions detailed in this manual.
2.2 Operating personnel 2.2.1 Requirements WARNING! Risk of injury due to lack of qualification! Improper use of the equipment can lead to serious personal injury and material damage. – Only have certain tasks carried out by the responsible persons detailed in the individual chapters of this manual.
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 2.2.2 Unauthorised individuals WARNING! Unauthorised individuals are put at risk! Unauthorised individuals who do not fulfil the requirements here are not fully aware of the dangers in the work area.
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WARNING! Danger due to improper use of the machine! Improper or unauthorised additional use of the system can lead to dangerous situations. Therefore: – Only use the machine as intended. – Always observe all processing guidelines from the material manufacturer. –...
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 2.4 Personal protective equipment In order to minimise negative effects on personal health, personal protective equipment must be worn during operation. Always wear the protective equipment required for the work in question during work.
Wear for special tasks Special protective equipment is necessary for certain specialist tasks. These are specially indicated in the individual manual chapters. These special pieces of equipment are as follows: Face guard Protects the eyes and face from flames, sparks or embers as well as from hot particles or exhaust gases.
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PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists Escaping material DANGER! Danger of injury due to escaping material! Escaping material can cause injuries to the eyes and face. Therefore: – Always wear protective goggles – Always position the machine so that you cannot be hit should mortar escape.
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Moving parts WARNING! Danger of injury due to moving parts! Rotating and oscillating parts can cause serious injuries. Therefore: – Do not reach into or handle moving parts during operation. – Do not open covers during operation. – Observe the run-down time: Before opening covers, ensure that parts are no longer moving.
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 2.6 Safety devices WARNING! Danger of death due to non-functioning safety devices! Safety devices provide the highest possible levels of operational safety. Even if safety devices make work processes more complicated, they must never be disabled.
2.7 Dealing with dangerous situations and accidents Preventative measures Always be prepared for accidents or fire! Keep first aid equipment (first aid kit, blankets, etc.) and fire extinguishers handy. Familiarise personnel with accident reporting, first aid and rescue equipment. Keep access roads clear for rescue vehicles. In an emergency: Act correctly Trigger emergency stop immediately.
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PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists Running machine Do not reach into the machine while it is running. Maximum pressure Do not exceed the maximum pressure. Hand injury Keep hands away from areas displaying this warning symbol.
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Observe the operating manual Only use the designated object after reading the operating manual. Face guard Protects the eyes and face from flames, sparks or embers as well as from hot particles or exhaust gases. Running machine Do not reach into the machine while it is running. Safety devices Use safety devices.
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 3 Operation 3.1 Preliminary remark This manual is an integral part of the compressor and must be kept with it. Keep the manual in a suitable place and be careful not to damage it.
3.2 Description The compressor described in this manual has been specially developed and manufactured for all applications. Simple operation, compact design, low weight and adequate performance for universal use. They are intended for DIY enthusiasts and craftsmen who need compressed air for a wide variety of purposes. This category includes compressors with a maximum pressure of 10 bar and an output of up to 2.9 kW.
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 4.1 What to do Find out how to switch off the compressor quickly and how all controls work. Before any intervention, empty the compressor tank and disconnect the power supply in order to prevent the unit from being switched on accidentally.
4.3 Removing the packaging Machine with tank with capacity up to 50 litres: No special device is required to move the packaging. To lift, grasp the slots in the carton with your hands. Put on protective gloves and use scissors or pliers to cut the strapping of the box.
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 5 Start-up 5.1 Set-up To avoid damage to the compressor, it must never be operated with a transverse or longitudinal inclination of more than 15°. To ensure proper ventilation, the compressors must be positioned so that the rear ventilation grille is at least 50 cm from any obstacle to the airflow and that cleaning and maintenance are easy.
5.3 Switching on After installation, the compressor is ready for operation. Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position (Fig. 7). Insert the plug into the socket and set the pressure switch switch to “ON” (Fig.7). Fig. 7: Ready for operation •...
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 5.5 Setting the operating pressure For correct operation, refer to the appropriate manual for the optimum pressure of the accessory to be used. The pressure reducer D is used to adjust the air pressure to the desired value.
6.3 Weekly inspection Check the oil level and top up if necessary, but do not exceed the maximum level (Fig. 13). An oil level below the minimum can lead to serious damage. PROTECTIVE OILS FOR RECIPROCATING COMPRESSORS (for room temperatures from +5C to +25C) SHELL Rimula D Extra 15W-40 AGIP Dicrea 100 API CM-8X BP Energol CS100 CASTROL Aircol PD100...
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 6.5 Half-yearly oil change Change the oil: To do this, pull out the oil level dipstick, loosen screw A (Fig. 16) and allow the oil to flow into a container. Screw screw A back on and fill until the maximum level is reached.
PFT Air Compressor LK 402 IV Overview – Operation – Spare Parts Lists 7 Solution Malfunction Cause Correction Pressure drop in the tank. Air outlet from the Bring compressor to maximum pressure, connections. switch off power and brush all connections with a brush soaked in soapy water.
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