MAINTENANCE
General Recommendations
Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the air compressor.
The air compressor’s warranty does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the air compressor as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your air compressor. See any authorized Briggs & Stratton Power Products dealer for service.
All service and adjustments should be made at least once annually. Follow the requirements listed in MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE on page 14.
NOTE: Once a year you should clean or replace the spark plug and replace both the engine and pump air filters. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper
Emissions Control
Maintenance, replacement or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed by any
Maintenance
Maintenance consists of keeping the air compressor clean. Store the unit in a clean, dry environment where it will not be exposed to excessive dust, dirt, moisture or corrosive vapors. Cooling air fins on the air compressor’s engine must not become clogged with dirt, leaves or any other foreign material.
NOTE: DO NOT use a garden hose jet or flammable liquids to clean air compressor’s engine.Water can enter engine fuel system and cause problems.
Cleaning Unit
To prolong compressor life, perform these steps weekly. If the operating environment is particularly dirty, clean unit daily.
WARNING
Hot parts and exhaust gases can exceed 150°F and can cause burns.
•DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
•Allow compressor to cool before servicing.
1.With spark plug disconnected, use a soft cloth and a small brush for cleaning accumulated dirt and debris from the following locations:
•Cooling fins on top and sides of Air Compressor Pump, and engine blower housing slots
(see Figure 13).
Figure 13 - Cooling Fins
Cooling Fins |
Engine Blower Housing Slots |
•Oil fill locations and adjacent areas on both Air Compressor Pump housing and Engine
•Oil drain plugs and adjacent areas on both Air Compressor Pump housing and Engine
•Pressure Control knob, gauges, quick connect fitting, Drain Valves and Safety Valve
•Engine ON/OFF Switch and adjacent area
•Choke Lever, Engine Speed Lever, Fuel Valve Lever and adjacent area on carburetor
•Spark plug and adjacent area
•Pilot Valve and toggle
•Fuel Tank Cap and adjacent area
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