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Sp Air Construction Series Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Operation and Maintenance Manual
Belt Driven Compressors
IMPORTANT ─ Please make certain that persons who are to use this equipment
thoroughly read and understand this Instruction Manual prior to operation.
PV0614
OM-Comp BD

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  • Page 1 Operation and Maintenance Manual Belt Driven Compressors IMPORTANT ─ Please make certain that persons who are to use this equipment thoroughly read and understand this Instruction Manual prior to operation. PV0614 OM-Comp BD...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase CONTENTS Chapter 1 Technical Specifications 1.1 Parts and Features ………………..………………………………….…2 1.2 General Information …………………………………………….………3 Chapter 2 Operating the Air Compressor 2.1 Important Safety Instructions ……………..……….…………..………7 2.2 Preparation Before Starting ….……………………………………….…8 Maintenance of the Air Compressor Chapter 3 3.1 Regular Maintenance …………………………………...…………...….9 Chapter 4 Trouble-Shooting for the Air Compressor...

  • Page 3: Parts And Features

    Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase Chapter 1 Parts & Features DESCRIPTION (1) Oil sight glass (8) Line pressure gauge (2) Air inlet, motor cooling (9) Air Outlet connection (3) Motor reset switch (10) Filter drain cock (4) Oil filler cap / Breather (11) Non Return Valve (NRV) (5) On / Off Pressure Switch (12) Oil drain bung...

  • Page 4: General Information

    Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase Sight glass – Check Daily The compressor oil level can be viewed through the sight glass; the compressor must be on a level surface. The top of the red dot indicates the full mark the bottom of the red dot indicates the low mark.

  • Page 5: Pressure Switch

    Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase Pressure switch – On / Off The pressure switch automatically controls the power to the motor and operates the pressure relief valve. It also allows for manual operation via the Push/Pull - On/Off switch on top of the pressure switch. The pressure switch is factory set to turn the compressor on when the tank pressure drops below 85 psi and turn itself off again when the tank is full.
  • Page 6 Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase Maximum Tilt The maximum safe operating angle in any direction is 15° degrees. Do not operate the compressor on inclines in excess of 15° degrees. Serious damage to pump components may result from insufficient lubrication. Never use the air compressor on a rooftop or elevated position that could allow the unit to fall or be tipped over.
  • Page 7 Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase The Compressors are equipped with an overload cut-out (E) which operates as a safety device to protect the motor. When the motor overheats, because of any electrical or physical overload, the cut-out switch automatically releases and cuts off power, thus preventing the motor from being damaged.

  • Page 8: Chapter 2 Operating The Air Compressor

    Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase Chapter 2 Operating the Air Compressor IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT...

  • Page 9: 2.2 Preparation Before Starting

    Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase 2.2 Preparation before Starting Unpacking Depending from the model, the compressor can be supplied on a wooden pallet and protected by a top cover; or in a carton box. Wear safety gloves and cut straps with scissors and withdraw any staples with long nose pliers and open the top cardboard flaps from the machine top, or lift the compressor with the help of mechanical assistance.

  • Page 10: Regular Maintenance

    Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase WHEN DOING MAINTENANCE, YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO ELECTRICITY, HOT SURFACES, HIGH PRESSURE AIR, MOVING PARTS, OR FIRE WHICH MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR, DISCONNECT ANY POWER SOURCE; LET THE COMPRESSOR AND MOTOR COOL DOWN COMPLETELY.
  • Page 11 Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase Air filter maintenance Remove the outer cover to access the filter element Paper air filter elements, can be cleaned by gently blowing with compressed air (20psi) from the inside out. Air filter maintenance Air filter maintenance will be increased when the compressor is used in dusty conditions.

  • Page 12: Trouble-Shooting

    Belt Drive Compressors / Single Phase Fault Cause Remedy Tank pressure continually drops. Air leak, check all connections. Locate and rectify leak. Tank pressure won’t build up. Drain valve is open. Close tank drain valve. The compressor won’t switch off. Pressure switch fails to stop motor Contact a specialized service The safety valve blows off.

  • Page 13: Limited Warranty Policy

    The Limited Warranty Period • • Engine Powered Equipment - 12 months SP Air Tools -12 months • • 9 & 10 Bar Belt Drive Compressor Pumps - 36 months SP Nail Guns - 36 months •...

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