INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Air Compressor. 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 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 because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions shown below.
ASSEMBLY FIT THE AIR FILTER 1. Remove the travel plug. 2. Screw the air filter into position. • The air filter must be hand tight only. FIT THE OIL FILLER CAP 1. Remove the travel plug. 2. Insert the oil filler cap. Parts &...
2. If not, remove the oil cap and add oil to the reservoir. • Only use SAE30 compressor oil, available from your Clarke dealer Part No. 3050801 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. ATTACHING AIR TOOLS WARNING: BEFORE CONNECTING AIR TOOLS, MAKE SURE THAT YOU READ THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE TOOL, ALSO ENSURE THAT THE TOOL IS SUITABLE FOR USE WITH THE COMPRESSOR AND HOSE SPECIFICATIONS.
SET THE OUTPUT PRESSURE 1. Use the pressure regulator to set the output pressure. • Turn clockwise to increase the pressure. • Turn counterclockwise to decrease the pressure. GAUGES 1. The reservoir pressure gauge shows the current pressure in the reservoir.
2. Turn the outlet valve handle to the off position. 3. Operate the tool to depressurise the air hose. 4. Disconnect the tool from the hose. TURNING THE COMPRESSOR OFF 1. Follow steps 1-3 in “Removing Tools From The Air Hose” above. 2.
RESET BUTTON This compressor has a thermal overload device. If the motor gets too hot, the thermal overload device cuts the power which prevents damage to the motor. If the thermal overload device operates, let the motor cool down for 5 minutes and push the reset button.
MAINTENANCE DRAIN THE RESERVOIR (DAILY) After use, always open the drain valve to make sure that any condensate is drained off. CLEAN THE AIR FILTER (MONTHLY) The air filter must be examined monthly, more often in dusty conditions, 1. Remove the filter assembly from the compressor.
CHECK THE NON-RETURN VALVE (EVERY 6 MONTHS) If the reservoir pressure decreases for no apparent reason, it is possible that the non-return valve is leaking. To check, 1. Make sure that the reservoir is not under pressure and the compressor is switched OFF. 2.
1. Switch off and wait approx 5 tripped. minutes. 2. Press the reset button and switch on again. Motor windings burnt out. 1. Contact your Clarke dealer for a replacement motor. The compressor Compressor head gasket 1. Return the machine to your does not reach blown or valve broken.
PARTS LIST NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION Bearing Bolt Motor Bracket Spring Washer Spring Washer Air Filter Bolt Cylinder Head O Ring Circlip Valve Plate Subassembly Fan Cover Soleplate Valve Slice? Right-Angle Connecter Valve Gasket Bolt Locating Pin Fan Cover Cylinder? Screw Bolt Coupler...
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