MAINTENANCE
Each Use
Regular periodic maintenance on your air compressor will ensure its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspect- ing your compressor each time you use it. Check the following items:
1.Check Oil Level! Use the sight gauge on the bottom of the crankcase to make sure the oil level is at the prop- er height.
2.Drain tanks daily of any condensation by opening the drain valve on the bot- tom of the tank and leave open until the next time it is used.
Depending upon the amount of use and the surrounding humidity, a certain amount of condensed water may accumulate in the tanks. For longevity of the compressor seals and the air tools you connect, it is best to drain water from the tanks. The tanks are best drained if the drain valve is open when the system is pressurized.
Always wear safety glasses and use extreme caution when working around compressed air. The force of the air stream can cause small bits of debris to become airborne and cause potential injury to the eyes or other parts of the body. Never let the full force of the air stream come in direct contact with the skin as it can cause abrasions or bruising, pene- tration of skin and could even lead to death!
The air compressor will cycle auto- matically when it is on. When per- forming any type of maintenance always make sure the AUTO/OFF lever is in the OFF position the unit is unplugged and bleed out all tank pressure.
3. Clean off the cylinder head cooling fins. Dirt interferes with heat transfer.
4.Check for worn or damaged cords and plugs.
5.Check for any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this machine.
6.Check the safety drain valve to make sure it is working properly.
Always drain the air from the tank before performing any maintenance or transporting your air compressor. Damage to the air compressor while under pressure could cause burst- ing or explosion and injury or prop- erty damage could occur.
Model H4517/H4518 Air Compressors |
