INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 50L Air Compressor. Please 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 ATTACH THE WHEELS Use a suitable spanner to attach the wheels to the compressor. Use the washers and spring washer in the positions shown. ATTACH THE SUPPORT FEET Insert the support feet into the position shown. FIT THE AIR FILTER 1.
FIT THE OIL FILLER CAP 1. Remove the travel plug. 2. Insert the oil filler cap. MOVING THE AIR COMPRESSOR CAUTION: TO PREVENT INJURY, GET ASSISTANCE WHEN LIFTING THIS COMPRESSOR. • Stop the compressor and disconnect it from the power supply before you move it.
BEFORE USE Before connecting your compressor to the power supply, check the following:- • Set the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position (pushed down). • Make sure that the compressor is on level ground. • Make sure that the supply voltage matches the voltage shown on the data label.
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 12 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.
CHECK THE SAFETY VALVE To make sure that the safety valve works correctly: 1. Pull on the ring attached. • Air will be released when you pull on the ring and stop when released. 2. If the valve does not operate in this way, do not use the compressor.
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. 3.
MAINTENANCE CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL (DAILY) 1. Make sure that the oil level is half way up the oil sight glass. 2. If not, remove the oil cap and add oil to the reservoir. • Only use SAE10 compressor oil. DRAIN THE RESERVOIR (DAILY) After use, always open the drain valve to make sure that any condensate is drained off.
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 and disconnected from the mains power supply.
TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION: DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR OR ADJUSTMENT 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.
PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Air tank Bolt M8x110 Discharge pipe Cylinder head Motor Cylinder head gasket Bearing 6202 RS Valve plate Motor bracket Valve gasket Bolt M5x105 Cylinder Cylinder gasket Circlip Piston ring Bearing 6204 RS Piston Sealing ring Cilrclip Capacitance Connecting rod Nut M8...
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