TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Safety Guidelines - Definitions Before Using the Air Compressor When Installing or Moving the Compressor Before Each Use Follow Safety Precautions for Electrical Connection Plan Ahead to Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face & Ears When Operating Spraying Precautions Perform These Maintenance Operations Typical Compressor Installation...
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your compressor works. Read this manual to understand this compressor. DANGER means if safety information is not followed someone will be seriously injured or killed WARNING means if safety information is not followed someone could be seriously injured or killed CAUTION...
When installing or moving the compressor WARNING 6. A minimum clearance of 18 inches between the compressor and a wall is required This compressor is extremely top heavy. The because objects could obstruct airflow. compressor must be bolted to the floor with vibration pads before operating to prevent 7.
Follow the safety precautions for electrical connections 1. Follow all local electrical and safety codes, 3. Protect wires from contact with sharp objects. as well as the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). CAUTION 2.
Spraying precautions WARNING 1. Do Not spray in the vicinity of open flames or other places where a spark can cause Never point a spray gun at yourself or any ignition. Do Not smoke when spraying other person or animal. Accidental discharge paint, insecticides, or other flammable may result in serious injury.
TYPICAL COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION WIRING To Air System Flex Regulator Hose See Illustration 1a Dryer Vibration Pads GLOSSARY OF TERMS Air Filter Pressure Switch Porous element contained within a metal or Device which automatically controls the on/off plastic housing attached to the compressor cycling of the compressor.
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WIRING WIRING WARNING ALL ELECTRICAL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE DO NOT MAKE CONNECTIONS BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AT THE PRESSURE SWITCH Single Phase (Units with Magnetic Starters) General Information Adequate wiring and motor protection Incoming power should should be provided for all stationary be connected to L1 and compressors.
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WIRING WIRING Single and Three Phase With Mag Starter Page 7...
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WIRING WIRING Single and Three Phase Duplex Page 8...
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WIRING WIRING Single and Three Phase Page 9...
STARTING THE COMPRESSOR STARTING THE COMPRESSOR Operate the compressor for a few minutes Prior to actually running the compressor, unloaded (air system open) then allow the check the following items: compressor to pump up. Make sure the electrical pressure switch properly switches Crankcase oil - Make sure the sight glass off the compressor according to the setting shows ½...
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(Gas Drive Models) PLEASE REFER TO YOUR ENGINE OPERATION MANUAL FOR PROPER STARTING INSTRUCTIONS. GASOLINE DRIVEN COMPRESSORS ARE EQUIPPED WITH A COLD START VALVE FOR LOADLESS STARTS. NOTE: IN SOME INSTANCES, IT STILL MAY BE NECESSARY LIFT THE TOGGLE ON THE UNLOADER/PILOT VALVE TO RELIEVE THE HEAD PRESSURE.
QP Compressors You have purchased a state of the art BelAire QP compressor. The QP comes equipped with sound attenuating enclosure. For maintenance, the canopy and side foam pieces will need to be removed. To remove the canopy, simply remove the 6 fasteners and lift the canopy straight up and off.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Low discharge pressure 1. Reduce air demand or use a compressor 1. Compressor too small for application with more air capacity. 2. Air leaks 2. Listen for air leaks. Apply a soap solution to all fittings and connections. Bubbles will form at points of leakage.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) Pressure switch un- 1. Malfunctioning check valve 1. Replace check valve if unloader bleeds loader constantly constantly. leaking air Do not remove check valve DANGER with air pressure in tank Pressure switch not 1. Malfunctioning pressure 1. Replace pressure switch if it does not release unloading switch air pressure briefly when unit shuts off.
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WIRING Pump Specifications Pump Model Pump P/N Cyl. No. Stages PAT24 4116091136 PAT38 4116091337 4116090019 T29S 4116090112 B5900 4116090137 1312202800 1312202700 Cyl. Diam. In. (mm) Pump Displacement @ max RPM Stroke in. Oil Cap. Max rpm Model 1st Stg 2nd Stg (mm) Qt.
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WARNING Oil and moisture residue must be drained from the air receiver daily or after each use. Accumulations of oil residue in the receiver can be ignited by embers of carbon created by the heat of compression causing an explosion, damage to property and injury to personnel WARNING Do not open a manual tank drain valve on any air tank containing more than 30 PSIG of air pressure!
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Part Callouts Electric Discharge Line Compressor Drive Belt Inlet Filter Motor Pressure Switch Check Valve Pressure Gauge Magnetic Starter Tank Ball Valve Water/Tank Drain Gas Drive Inlet Filter Drive Belt Compressor Engine Belt Guard Idle Control Pilot/Unloader Valve Pressure Gauge Ball Valve Tank Water/Tank Drain...
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Single Stage *Note: Verify Model and Part Number of Machine Before Ordering Change has been made to Compressor Pumps (March-April 2014) 5020P* 5026VP* 2061V* 6061V* 4116091336 4116091336 4116091337 4116091337 Compressor 1312100388 1312100388 1312100388 1312100390 Motor 1312100473 1312100475 1312100460 1312100460 Tank 1312100170 1312100170 1312100170...
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Warranty Statement The Company warrants that the Equipment manufactured by it and delivered hereunder shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of initial start-up, or eighteen (18) months from the date of shipment from the manufacturer, whichever occurs first.
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