Use and Care Manual

Operating Instructions
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Maintenance (Continued)
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Operation Daily Weekly Monthly 3 Months
Check Safety Valve
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Drain Tank
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Check Oil Level
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Clean or Change Air Filter
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Check Intercooler
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Clean Unit Components
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Check Belt Tightness
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Change Oil
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COMPONENTS
IMPORTANT:Readenginemaintenanceinstructionsfor
applicable service recommendations�
Turn off all power and use light air pressure to blow dust and
foreign material from cylinder head, engine, fan blades, air lines,
intercooler and tank on a monthly basis�
Use a soap solution to check entire system for air leakage around
fittings, etc� Tighten nuts and capscrews as required�
BELTS
Disconnect the battery cable, then drain the
tank to prevent unexpected movement of the
unit.
Checkbelttensionevery3months.Adjustbelttensiontoallow
3/8 inch to 1/2 inch deflection with normal thumb pressure (See
Figure11).
Also,alignbeltsusingastraightedgeagainstthefaceofthe
flywheel and touching the rim on both sides of the face� The
belts should be parallel to the straight edge to ensure proper
alignmentofthebelts(SeeFigure12).
STORAGE
If compressor is to be stored for a short period of time, make
sure that it is stored in a normal position and in a cool protected
area� If the unit is to be stored for more than 30 days, completely
drain the engine of fuel and oil� See engine manual for storage
instructions�
Figure 11 - Belt Deflection
Flywheel
Pulley
Belt
Deflection
Touch Rim in
Two Places
Straight Edge
Parallel with Belt
Figure 12 - Belt Alignment