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Page 1: Air Compressors
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Warranty Warning labels explained Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications General safety instructions Additional safety rules for air compressors Contents of carton Know your product Unpacking Assembly Pre-start routine To start & stop the compressor Operation Troubleshooting Maintenance General inspection Cleaning Power cord maintenance... -
Page 3: Warning Labels Explained
Warning labels explained On the tank of your air compressor you will notice various warnings about the operation of the compressor. These warnings and the procedures associated with them are explained fully in this manual on the following pages. Please take note of these. They are important for your safety and that of others in the vicinity. -
Page 4: Introduction
Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. Wear breathing protection. Double insulated for additional protection. Conforms to relevant standards for electromagnetic compatibility. Specifications EAC30 Power: 2HP/1600W Voltage: 230–240V ~ 50Hz No load speed: 2850 min Discharge pressure: 0.8 MPa(115 psi) 0.8 MPa(115 psi) -
Page 5: General Safety Instructions
General safety instructions To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards. -
Page 6: Additional Safety Rules For Air Compressors
• Always wear safety goggles or glasses when using the air compressor. Never point the nozzle of an accessory towards any part of your body or towards another person. • Do not attempt to adjust the pressure switch or the... -
Page 7: Contents Of Carton
• Drain the moisture from the tank daily. It will help prevent corrosion. • Pull the ring on the safety valve daily to ensure that it operating properly and to clear any possible instructions. • Keep the compressor at least 300mm from the nearest wall to ensure adequate ventilation for cooling purposes. -
Page 8: Know Your Product
Know your product 1. Handle 2. Pressure switch cover 3. On/off switch 4. Tank pressure gauge 5. Regulating knob 6. Regulated air outlet 7. Regulated outlet pressure gauge 8. Safety valve 9. Non-return valve 10. Drain cock 11. Air tank 12. -
Page 9: Unpacking
WARNING. The air compressor must be filled with oil before first use. To prevent possible spillage of oil during transport, the compressor oil is supplied in a separate container. It must be added to the compressor before turning the compressor on. -
Page 10: Pre-Start Routine
Air filter WARNING. The air filter must be added before first use. Failure to fit the air filter will damage the compressor and will void the warranty. 1. To fit the air filter (15) you need to locate the inlet hole on the right side of the compressor housing then carefully hand tighten the... -
Page 11: Operation
Operation 1. The pressure in the tank is controlled by the action of the pressure switch located under the pressure switch cover (2). When the set maximum pressure is reached the pressure switch activates and the motor is switched off. The pressure then decreases as the air is used by the connected tool until the set minimum pressure is reached after which the pressure switch causes the motor to switch on again. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
Trouble Motor will not run, running too slow or becoming excessively hot Main compressor sticking/tight Vibration or abnormal noise Troubleshooting Possible cause Power fault or supply voltage too low Power cord too long or too thin Faulty pressure switch Faulty motor Main compressor sticking/tight Moving parts damaged by heat due to insufficient lubrication... - Page 13 Trouble Insufficient pressure or decreased outlet capacity Excessive oil consumption Troubleshooting continued Possible cause Motor running too slow Dirty air filter cartridge Leaking safety valve Leaking pipe Damaged gasket Damaged or carbon coated valve seat Damaged piston ring or cylinder Oil level too high Hole in oil filling plug (14) blocked Piston ring and/or cylinder worn or...
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Page 14: Maintenance
Maintenance 1. After the first 10 hours of working, empty the crank case of oil and refill with clean oil by removing the crank case oil plug (left hand side of the crank case at the bottom) Note. Use good quality compressor lubricating oil. •... - Page 16 GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au.