Portable compressor for general light duty task around the home (20 pages)
Summary of Contents for Blackridge BRC155
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MODEL NO. BRC155 Portable compressor for medium duty DIY task around the home For service, spare parts or product information, please contact Smart Marketing Group Pty. Ltd. AUST. 1300 660 457 N.Z. 0800 474 876 02807 06/11...
SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS CONTENTS You may use most light duty air tools with this Section Page compressor. Some examples of light duty tools are: INFLATION Contents • car and bike tyres Suggested Applications • Sports toys • Pool toys Introduction • Air mattress CLEANING Warranty 3 –...
INTRODUCTION What is not covered. • Commercial use of compressor. Dear Customer, • Use of compressor in a commercial premises. Thank you for purchasing this compressor which has passed through our extensive quality • Damage or deterioration due to transport. assurance processes.
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COMPLETE WARRANTY STATEMENT – COMPRESSOR GROUP As soon as you have purchased the air Damage caused to attached equipment or third compressor, we recommend that you check to party accessories will not be covered under make sure it is intact and that you read the this warranty.
LUBRICATION OF COMPRESSOR WORK AREA Before attempting to operate this air compressor Work areas and benches should be kept tidy. the transport plug must be removed, thrown out Cluttered benches and work areas can cause and replaced with the oil breather. Check the accidents.
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DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CORD REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Never yank or pull on the power cord to disconnect it from the mains supply socket. Form the habit of always checking to see that any Never carry or pull your air compressor by its adjusting keys or wrenches have been removed power cord.
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CHECK DAMAGED PARTS PERSONAL SAFETY Before using the air compressor it should be Clothing carefully checked to determine that it will operate Do not wear loose clothing, jewellery or anything properly and perform its intended function. that could get caught in moving machinery. Check for the correct alignment of moving parts Hair ensuring that they do not bind.
ELECTRICAL DATA IMPORTANT This air compressor is fitted with a sealed electrical connection plug that is compatible with the mains power supply for Australia / New Zealand and meets the requirements of Australian Standards. This air compressor must be connected to a supply voltage that is equal to that stated on the rating label.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PIC. 2 Unpacking Oil breather Carefully unpack your air compressor. This air compressor is bulky and heavy, two (2) person lift required. Dispose of all packing material in an Oil fill cap environmentally responsible manner. Assembly Your air compressor requires minor assembly before initial operation.
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RUBBER STOPPER PIC. 5 To attach the rubber stoppers to the bracket located on the bottom of the tank; 1. Undo the nut and remove the washers. 2. Push through the bracket and replace the washer. 3. Tighten the nut, Pic. 5. WHEELS PIC.
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AIR FILTER PIC. 8 The supplied air filter must be used. Failure to do so may result in irreparable damage and will void the warranty, Pic. 8 To install: 1. Carefully screw supplied air filter into the threaded hole on the top of the pump head. This only needs to be done up by hand.
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RUNNING IN YOUR NEW AIR USING THE AIR COMPRESSOR COMPRESSOR Before starting run through this simple list: Before running in ensure that the following has been completed: 1. Oil level – CORRECT (top of red dot). Please refer to diagram, Pic. 4, page 10. 1.
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PIC. 10 The configuration of tools and accessories can be varied to suit your particular requirements. A basic recommended set up is shown in Pic.10 When you have finished using your air compressor follow these simple steps: 1. Turn your air compressor OFF, using the ON/OFF button.
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ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE PIC. 11 To adjust the outlet air pressure, use the red coloured regulator knob and check the Regulator pressure on the outlet pressure gauge, Pic. 11. If the pressure needs to be lower, turn anti clockwise. Outlet tap If the pressure needs to be higher, turn clockwise.
DRAIN TAP PIC. 14 Pic. 14 Drain Tap Sealed After use open the drain tap to drain excess air and any moisture. The excess air will also help purge the moisture. Leave the drain tap open when air compressor is not in use, so any moisture can continue to drain To close and seal push lever up Right or left To open the drain tap pull the lever down...
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BELT STRAIGHTNESS PIC. 16 Pic. 16 Belt straightness is paramount to a safe and reliable air compressor. The belt should always run in a straight line between the two (2) pulleys. If the belt is on an angle this could cause excessive strain and wear on components.
MAINTENANCE PIC. 18 Daily Before use 1. Seal the tank drain tap, see Pic.14. 2. Check the oil level, see page 10, Pic. 4. 3. Check safety valve operation, see page 15, Pic. 12. 4. Check the belt tension, Pic 15, Page 16. Movement Remove oil should be 10-15mm.
PARTS DIAGRAM Image may not match exactly. For reference only. Part Description SMG Part No. Part Description SMG Part No. Safety Valve 95 BRC95SPV Air Filter 95 BRC95AF Drain Tap 95 BRC95DT Tank Handle 95 BRC180TH Pressure Gauge Large 95 BRC95TPG Exhaust Tube 95 BRC155ET Unloading Tube...
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm AEST Do not return to place of purchase. Keep your purchase receipt, this will be required to make any claims under the 12 month warranty. Blackridge® is a registered trademark of Smart Marketing Group Pty Ltd...
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