Operation, Maintenance, Continued) – Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressor User Manual

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Operation

(Continued)

ASME SAFETY VALVE

Do not
remove

or attempt to adjust the safety valve!

Check the safety valve by performing
the following steps:
1. Plug the compressor in and run until

shut off pressure is reached (see
Operating Procedure).

2. Wearing safety glasses, pull the ring

on the safety valve (see Figures 4 and
8) to release pressure from
compressor tank. Use your other
hand to deflect fast-moving air from
being directed toward your face.

3. The safety valve should automatically

close at approximately 40-50 PSI. If
the safety valve does not allow air to
be released when you pull on the
ring, or if it does not close
automatically, it MUST be replaced.

Safety
valve

must be replaced if it cannot be
actuated or it leaks air after ring is
released.

PRESSURE GAUGES

Gauge attached to the left of the
regulator indicates air pressure going
to hose (and any tool attached to end
of hose).

Gauge attached to the right of the
regulator indicates air pressure in tank.

Maintenance

Disconnect power source and
then release all pressure from
the system before attempting
to install, service, relocate or perform
any maintenance.

Check compressor often for any visible
problems and follow maintenance
procedures each time compressor is
used.

1. Turn compressor off and release

pressure from system. To release
pressure from system, pull ring on
ASME safety valve (see Figures 4 and
8). Deflect escaping air by shielding
valve with one hand as you pull ring
with other hand. Pull ring until tank
is empty.

A large
amount

of fast moving air will be released
when the safety valve is opened with
pressure in the tank. Wear ANSI
approved Z87.1 safety glasses.

2. Drain moisture from tank by opening

drain valve (see Figure 4) underneath
tank. Tilt tank to remove all
moisture.

3. Clean dust and dirt from tank, air

lines and pump cover while
compressor is still OFF.

OIL CHANGE

1. Allow compressor to run and warm

up oil. Unplug unit.

2. Position a pan under pump end of

unit.

3. Remove oil drain plug (see Figure 4).

Allow oil to collect in pan. Tilt unit to
completely drain.

4. Replace drain plug, fill pump to full

line on sight glass. Use Chevron
synthetic 5W-30, Mobil 1 5W-30 or
10W-30 synthetic motor oil. Using
other types of oil will cause starting
problems.

5. Change oil after every 50 hours of

use.

INTAKE AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

Removal, Inspection and Replacement
(Figure 10)

The intake filter element should be
removed and checked periodically. A
clogged intake filter can decrease
compressor performance and cause the
compressor to overheat.

1.Rotate the filter cover counter

clockwise and remove .

2. Remove the filter element and

inspect.

3. If the filter element is dirty or

clogged, replace it.

4. Reinstall filter and cover.

IMPORTANT: Locate unit as far from
spraying area as hose will allow to
prevent overspray from clogging filter.

OVERLOAD PROTECTOR SECTION

This

compressor is equipped with a manual
reset overload protector which will
shut off motor if it becomes
overloaded.

If overload protector shuts motor OFF
frequently, look for the following
causes.

1. Low voltage.

2. Clogged air filter.

3. Lack of proper ventilation.

If the
overload

protector is actuated, the motor must
be allowed to cool down for 30 minutes
before manual resetting. The motor
reset is located on the side of the
compressor pump (see Figure 4).

STORAGE

1. Drain tank of moisture.

2. When not in use, store compressor in

a cool, dry place.

3. Disconnect hose and hang open ends

down to allow any moisture to drain.

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Figure 10 - Intake filter maintenance

Filter element

Filter
cover

Figure 8

Figure 9

Regulator

Safety Valve

Outlet Pressure
Gauge

Tank Pressure
Gauge

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