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- Page 1 Portable Electric/Gas Compressor Operating Instructions NOTICE Carefully read this instruction manual before attempting to operate this compressor. MODEL # SERIAL #...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Precautions Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Extension Cords . -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please familiarize yourself with the following information to prevent damage to your compressor unit and injury to the operator. The air compressor motor and/or engine will get hot CAUTION while in operation . Never touch the discharge tubing, engine, motor or compressor pump while in operation . The compressor operates automatically while the power is connected and turned on, or the engine is running . WARNING Compressed air from the unit may contain hazardous fumes . Air produced by this compressor is not suitable for breathing purposes . Always use a respirator when spraying paint or chemicals, or when sandblasting . -
Page 5: Safety Valve
Never Weld, drIll Or ChANge WARNING The AIr reCeIver IN ANY WAY. Any replacement parts should be purchased with the same specifications as the original equipment . Please contact the authorized dealer for replacement parts or specifications . SAFETY VALVE This valve is factory installed to prevent over pressurizing of the air receiver . It is factory set at a specific limit for your particular model, and should never be tampered with . Adjustment by user will automatically void the warranty. dO NOT reMOve, MAke WARNING AdjuSTMeNTS TO Or SubSTITuTe ThIS vAlve! INSTALLATION 1. -
Page 6: Before Operating The Air Compressor
AlWAYS CheCk The OIl level ANd QuAlITY beFOre STArT–uP. dO NOT Add Or ChANge OIl WhIle The uNIT IS ruNNINg. uSe ONlY reCOMMeNded NON-deTergeNT OIl. Recommended Oil: Eagle Compressor Oil #EAOIL10 (1 litre) #EAOIL40 (4 litres) Eagle compressor oil is a non-detergent mineral oil formulated with additives to help minimize carbon build-up, increase ring life and reduce oil consumption, for use at ambient temperatures of 0° to 30°C (32°F - 86°F) . -
Page 7: Filling Compressor With Oil
5. FILLING COMPRESSOR WITH OIL 1 . Remove the oil filler plug 2 . Slowly pour the proper oil into the pump crankcase . 3 . Always keep oil level in the middle of the sight glass . 6. ENGINE LUBRICATION (IF ENGINE dRIVEN) Check engine Owner's manual for lubrication and maintenance requirements . 7. OIL CHANGES INITIAL OIL CHANGE DUE AT 100 HOURS CHANGE OIL EVERY 300 HOURS OR 3 MONTHS, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. -
Page 8: Operating Your Air Compressor
HOW TO INSTALL NEW BELT IF REQUIRED (If belt driven) 1 . Disconnect power supply . 2 . Remove belt guard . 3 . Loosen motor bolts and slide motor toward compressor head just enough to allow old belt to be removed . 4 . Install proper replacement belt . 5 . Slide motor away from compressor head to provide recommended tension as shown in diagram on page 5 . 6 . Align belt using a straight edge ruler against pulley’s edge . 7 . -
Page 9: Electric Drive With Dual Control
B) ELECTRIC dRIVE WITH dUAL CONTROL 1) Check unit for any damage . 2) Check compressor oil level, fill or add if necessary . 3) Pressure switch "Off/Auto" knob should be in "Off" position . 4) Plug in power cord to proper electrical outlet . 5 a) Stop/Start (pressure switch) control 1 . Shut-off valve on pilot unloader should be closed ("knurled" knob on top of the pilot unloader should be turned all the way down) . 2 . Turn pressure switch "Off/Auto" switch to "Auto" . Electric motor should now start and fill air receiver(s) with compressed air till cut-out pressure is reached . Compressor should stop and remain stopped till air receiver pressure reaches the cut-in pressure . The unit will continue to cycle in this automatic operation until it is turned off . -
Page 10: Compressor Maintenance Schedule
5) Stop/Start (pressure switch) control Turn pressure switch "Off/Auto" switch to "Auto" . Electric motor should now start and fill air receiver(s) with compressed air until cut- out pressure is reached . Compressor should stop and remain stopped until air receiver pressure reaches the cut-in pressure . The unit will continue to cycle in this automatic operation until the pressure switch is turned to the "Off" position . WARNING exTrA CAre ShOuld be TAkeN TO AvOId PerSONAl INjurIeS WITh AuTOMATICAllY CONTrOlled COMPreSSOrS COMPRESSOR MAINTENANCE SCHEdULE dAILY OR BEFORE EACH USE • Check oil level •... -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Will Not • Check power supply • Make sure power is turned Start • Please refer to Manufacturers • Please refer to Honda manual included manual included • Safety valve leaks • Replace safety valve Pressure • Drain cock open • Close drain cock • Loose tubes or fittings • Tighten fittings • Dirty or plugged air filter • Clean or replace as necessary • Defective unloader valve • Replace unloader valve Oil In • Improper oil viscosity... - Page 12 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Insufficient • Clogged inlet filter • Clean or replace as Output Low necessary discharge • Leaks in air lines, air valves, • Replace worn components Pressure fittings etc, . . as necessary • Drive belts slipping • Tension V-Belts • Drain valve left open • Close drain valve • Defective pressure gauge • Replace pressure gauge • Compressor incorrectly sized • Leaking head gasket • Replace head gasket • Dirty or plugged inter cooler • Remove and clean inter...
- Page 13 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Excessive • Loose compressor, motor, • Tighten components Vibration engine or guard • Excessive discharge pressure • Reduce operating pressure • Compressor not level • Level compressor • Leg bolts tightened too • Loosen leg bolts tightly to floor • Wrong oil being used • Drain and replace with proper oil • Loose flywheel, drive pulley • Tighten loose components or drive belts and check belts • Worn rods, wrist pin or main • Check and replace worn bearings parts...
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Page 14: Warranty
Eagle or Eagle authorized service representative; e) Improper application of product. In no event shall Eagle be liable for any claims, whether arising from breach of contract or warranty of claims of negligence or negligent manufacture, in excess of purchase price. THISWARRANTYISTHESOLEWARRANTYOFEAGLEANDANYOTHER... - Page 15 NOTES 1-800-551-2406 www.eaglecompressor.com...