Briggs & Stratton Air Compressor - Manual (Page 12)

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General Recommendations
To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air
compressor, prepare and follow a routine maintenance
schedule. The routine described in this section is intended for
an air compressor used under normal daily working conditions.
If necessary, modify the schedule to suit the conditions under
which you use your compressor. Modifications will depend
upon hours of operation and working environment. Operating
air compressors in extremely dirty or hostile environments will
require more frequent maintenance checks.
NOTE: See Features and Controls and Operation for control
locations.
Inspect Safety Valve
1. Pull ring (A) on safety valve and observe that safety
valve operates freely.
2. If valve is stuck or does not operate smoothly, it must
be replaced with same type of valve. Take unit to
authorized service facility for repair.
Inspect Tank Drain Valves
1. Push ON - OFF switch to OFF and unplug unit.
2. Disconnect air tool or accessory from unit.
3. Pull ring on safety valve to reduce air pressure. Release
safety valve ring.
4. Open both drain valves (turn fully counterclockwise)
and permit accumulated water to be discharged. Valves
should operate smoothly and have full range of
operation.
5. After water has drained, close drain valves fully
clockwise.
NOTE: If drain valves are plugged, pull safety valve ring to
fully drain air from tanks. Remove, clean and reinstall drain
valves using pipe thread sealant.
Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse
conditions noted below.
* Change oil after first 100 hours of operation, then every 300 hours thereafter.
** Inspect anually, replace as necessary.
Maintenance Schedule - Fill in Dates as You Complete Regular Service
Maintenance Task Service Intervals Service Dates
Daily Weekly
Every 50 Hours
or Yearly
Every 100 Hours
or Yearly
Inspect safety valve X
Inspect fittings/valves X
Drain tanks X
Inspect oil level X
Clean unit X
Inspect and clean air filter X
Change pump oil X*
Inspect safety labels X**
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WARNING
Compressed air stream from hose or tank drain
can cause soft tissue damage to exposed skin
and can propel objects leading to severe injury
and / or property damage.
• DO NOT direct air stream at self or others.
• Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with side
shields.