COUGAR OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 0903
Thank you for purchasing this Cougar Air Compressor which is available in two configurations - Cougar 25, fitted with a 24 litre air receiver and Cougar 50, fitted with a 50 litre receiver. These compressors are designed for DIY use ONLY. Before attempting to operate the machine, please read this leaflet thoroughly and carefully follow the instructions given.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked, or ignored, personal injury to the operator, or damage to property may result. It is in your own interest to read and pay attention to the following rules: 1.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.
PREPARATION FOR USE NOTE: All numbered items throughout this manual refer to the parts list item number on Pages 12 to 15 Fig.1 1. Remove the plastic travel plug from the oil filler hole, on the top of the crank case, and insert the dipstick (ref. ‘A’, Fig. 6 - p.9). 2. Check the oil level is at the correct level on the dipstick, as shown in Fig.1. Where necessary, top up with SAE40 Compressor Oil (Available from your local Clarke dealer). 3.
3. To start the compressor pull UP the ON/OFF knob to the ‘ON’ (I) position - the motor should start immediately. Note: Should the motor fail to start immediately, it is probable that the air receiver is already full of air. Check the tank pressure gauge (see fig. 2). If you release air, by opening air outlet tap, the motor will start automatically once the cut-in pressure is reached. 4.
SHUTTING DOWN THE COMPRESSOR 1. To shut off the compressor, simply press DOWN on the ON/OFF knob (See Fig. 2) . Always use this knob to shut down the compressor. NEVER USE THE MAINS SWITCH TO STOP MOTOR. 2. Close the air outlet tap and trigger the equipment (spraygun, air tool etc) to release air from the air hose before disconnecting the hose from the machine. 3.
3. After the first 100 hours use, replace the oil completely using Clarke SAE 40 compressor oil. Thereafter, replace the oil completely after every 500 hours of operation or every 6 months. To empty the oil from the machine, turn the screw located at the bottom of the plastic end cover, and shown at ‘B’ fig. 6, to the unlocked position, denoted by the symblol . Ensure the screw is turned back to the locked position when completed 4. Every 500 hours of operation or every 6 months Fig.
FAULT FINDING PROBLEM The compressor stops and will not start again. The compressor does not reach the set pressure and overheats easily. PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Blown fuse Check the electrical connections. Clean and tighten as necessary. Renew/Replace fuse Overload cutout switch has tripped. Switch off and wait 5 minutes before pressing the reset button. Compressor head gasket blown or valve broken. Wait for compressor to cool down, disassemble the head and replace any broken components.
SPECIFICATIONS Motor ................................................................... 230V 50Hz 1Ph Power Rating ....................................................... 1½ hp (1.1kW) Rotational Speed ................................................ 2850 RPM Max. Pressure ...................................................... 8 bar (116psi approx) Air Displacement ................................................ 200l/min (7 cfm approx) Receiver .......... COUGAR 25 .............................
COUGAR 25 No. Description 1 2 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Reservoir End Plug Drain Valve Antivibration Pad Screw Washer Spring Valve Valve Assembly compl. Tube Connector Part No. No. Description FN168HQ1000V FN011008000 FN022020000 FN020146000 FN014013042 FN010041000 FN047113002 FN047113001 FN347043000 FN046001000 FN199110140 12 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 A Pressure Gauge Adapter Pressure Regulator Tap Assembly ON/OFF & Reg.
COUGAR 50 No. Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Reservoir End Plug Drain Valve Wheel Circlip Rubber Foot Screw Non-Return Valve Assy. Valve Spring Washer Hand Grip Part No. No. Description FN17005400V FN011008000 FN022020000 FN020022000 FN015024000 FN020093000 FN014013042 FN347034000 FN347043000 FN047113002 FN010041000 FN020121000 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 13 Qty Part No.
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COMPRESSOR No. Description Qty Part No. No. Description Qty Part No. 1 Screw w/washer 1 FN216HQ0001 20 Cylinder Head 1 FN116120015 2 Screw 4 FN014006024 21 Cyl. Head Bolt M8 2 FN014001071 3 Dipstick compl.
