Operation - Clarke HUNTER Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

OPERATION

Before connecting your Hunter to the mains supply, check the following:-
• The mains voltage is 230V.
• The ON/OFF control knob (A) is in the OFF (lower) position.
• The pressure regulator (C) should be set at its lowest setting, i.e. turned fully
anticlockwise.
• If the machine has not been used for 24 hours or so, open the drain valve,
located beneath the reservoir, to drain any condensate which may have
accumulated. When clear, close the valve - finger tight.
IMPORTANT: If the receiver is under pressure, keep your hands well away from the
air being expelled.... remember, compressed air is DANGEROUS!
Connect a suitable air hose, with a 1/4 BSP connector, between the air outlet (H)
and the spray gun or air tool being used.
Quick Fit couplings may be used to facilitate quick and simple changing of air
tools. These are available from your Clarke dealer.
Open the drain valve to prevent initial loading.
Once the hose connections are complete,
CHECK AGAIN to ensure the pressure regulator
(C) is turned fully anticlockwise so that
compressed air cannot reach the air tool, then
switch the compressor ON, by lifting the ON/
OFF knob (A), until it clicks into the upper
position.
The air compressor will now start.
Fig.1
A. ON/OFF Knob
B. Pressure Regulator and Cutout
C. Air Pressure Regulator Knob
D. Air Tank Pressure gauge
E. Safety Valve
F. Air Outlet Pressure gauge
G. Non-Return Valve
H. Air Outlet
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