Operating instructions

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING THE COMPRESSOR
1. Pull the ON/OFF switch shown in
Fig 5, upwards to start the
compressor. The motor should
start immediately and run while
the reservoir is being pressurised.
2. When starting the compressor for
the first time and before
connecting it to the airline
equipment, leave it running for
about 10 minutes to permit a
good distribution of lubricating
oil.
3. Check the operation of the safety valve under pressure on a daily basis by
pulling the ring shown in Fig 5. Air should be released while the ring is
pulled and stop when the ring is released.
• If the valve does not operate as described, or is stuck, it must be
replaced by your Clarke dealer before the compressor is used.
WARNING: Never remove or attempt to adjust the safety valve.
• Observe that the compressor stops automatically when the
maximum pressure of 10 bar is reached. The pressure is indicated on
the reservoir pressure gauge shown in Fig 6.
WORKING PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT
Different air tools which can be powered by the compressor will require
different operating pressures to work efficiently.
1. Adjust the air pressure delivered
using the pressure regulator.
2 Turn the pressure regulator knob
clockwise to increase pressure &
anti-clockwise to decrease it.
• The pressure setting will be
displayed by the outlet pressure
gauge shown in Fig 6.
3. Use the regulator locking ring to
set the pressure.
Fig 5
Fig 6