Specifications
NOTE
:
The Raider 60 incorporates a Regulator/Filter which automatically allows any condensate
to drain off when pressure in the reservoir is completely relieved. Water may also be
drained off when the system is under pressure. The method of operation is shown in fig.5
To blow off
condensate when
the system is
pressurised, push the
knob up when it is in
its unlocked position.
Turn the knob, at the
base of the filter
bowl, to the right to
lock it, to the left to
unlock.
In the ‘unlocked’
position, condensate
will automatically
drain when the
pressure in the system
is near zero.
Fig. 5
8
Dipstick
Oil Drain
Air Filter
SHUTTING DOWN THE COMPRESSOR
1. To shut off the compressor, simply press DOWN on the ON/OFF knob (See
Fig. 2). Always use this knob to shut down the compressor. NEVER USE THE
MAINS SWITCH TO STOP MOTOR.
2. Close the air outlet tap and trigger the
equipment (spraygun, air tool etc) to release
air from the air hose before disconnecting the
hose from the machine.
3. Before transporting your compressor or when
leaving overnight, expel all air from the
receiver by opening drain valve (Fig.4).
Fig. 6
Fig. 4
B. PERIODICALLY
1. After the first 5 hours of running the compressor, check the cylinder head
bolts and motor housing screws and re-tighten if any have worked loose.
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Fig. 7
2. Every 50 hours (more frequently if used
in a dusty environment), clean the air
intake filters, by carefully prising each filter
from its head, opening the bottom flap
and withdrawing the sponge element
from inside (see fig 7).
Clean the sponge and the inner housing.
If necessary, the sponge filter may be
gently washed in warm soapy water,
rinsed and allowed to dry thoroughly
before refitting.
If any part of the filter is damaged then you should obtain a replacement.
3.
After the first 100 hours use, replace the oil completely using Clarke SAE
40 compressor oil. Thereafter, replace the oil completely after every 500 hours
of operation or every 6 months.
To empty the oil from the machine, remove the drain plug from the
crankcase cover (shown in fig. 6).
4.
Every 500 hours of operation or every 6 months:
• Clean all the external parts of the compressor.
(This cleaning makes the cooling process more efficient and prolongs
the life of the machine).
• Check and clean the inlet and outlet
valves
• Examine the non-return valve (see
Parts Description, pages 12 & 13), and
replace the gasket if necessary (fig. 8)
5. In the event of an air leak follow the
procedure below:
• Load compressor to maximum pressure
• Unplug the compressor
• With a brush and soapy water wet all ‘screwed’ air connections
• Any leaks will show through the formation of air bubbles.
WARNING
NEVER UNSCREW A CONNECTION WHILST THE AIR RECEIVER IS UNDER PRESSURE.
ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE TANK HAS FIRST BEEN EMPTIED.
Fig. 8
MAINTENANCE
A. DAILY
1. Check the oil level before you start
and top-up if necessary - (use Clarke
SAE 40 compressor oil available from
your local dealer).
2. Drain any condensate that may
have accumulated in the receiver
by unscrewing the drain valve
underneath the air receiver (fig. 4).