HUNTER AIR COMPRESSOR OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS © 0407
SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Supply ........................................................... 230 V, 1 Phase 50Hz Motor Rating ................................................................. 2.5 HP Max. Air Pressure ........................................................... 8 bar (115 lbf/in2) Air Displacement .......................................................... 12.5 cuft/min Duty Cycle ..................................................................... S1 (continuous) Operating Temperature ......
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE HUNTER Air Compressor, which is designed for hobby and DIY use only. Please read this leaflet thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to the compressor giving you long and satisfactory service. GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase.
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.
16. When disconnecting air hoses or other equipment from your compressor ensure that the air supply is turned off at the machine outlet and expel all pressurised air from within the machine and other equipment attached to it. 17. Make sure that children and animals are kept well away from the compressor and any equipment attached to it. 18. Always ensure that all individuals using the compressor have read and fully understand the Operating Instructions supplied.
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.
OPERATION Before connecting your Hunter to the mains supply, check the following:• The mains voltage is 230V. • The ON/OFF control knob (A) is in the OFF (lower) position. • The pressure regulator (C) should be set at its lowest setting, i.e. turned fully anticlockwise. • If the machine has not been used for 24 hours or so, open the drain valve, located beneath the reservoir, to drain any condensate which may have accumulated. When clear, close the valve - finger tight.
Should the motor fail to start immediately, it is probable that the air receiver is already full of air. Check the tank pressure gauge (D). If you release air, by opening air outlet tap (H), the motor will start automatically once the cut-in pressure is reached. If this is not the case, it is possible that the thermal overload has intervened. This is a safety device to prevent the motor from overheating. The device will reset when the temperature falls to a predetermined level.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: Before carrying out any of this service work, always disconnect the machine from the mains supply, drain the air receiver and, if necessary, allow the machine to cool down before starting work. Daily Before use, always open the drain valve to ensure that any condensate, which may have accumulated, is drained off. Before use, make sure the cylinder head bolts are securely tightened.
TROUBLE SHOOTING With considerate use, your CLARKE Air Compressor should provide you with long and trouble free service. Routine checks should be made on both the electrical supply as well as on all the compressed air lines and connections. If any fault appears, the reason for which is not immediately obvious, we recommend that you contact your local CLARKE Dealer. PROBLEM The compressor stops and will not start again. PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Bad connections. Check electrical connections.
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ACCESSORIES Your Clarke Hunter Oil Free Air Compressor can be used in conjunction with a range of optional accessories for inflating tyres, air brushing, stapling, blowing and many other uses. For details contact your local accessory stockist. A complete kit is available from your Clarke dealer which is ideal for almost all applications.
PAINT SPRAYING HINTS WARNING NEVER attempt to spray unless you are wearing suitable, approved respiratory and eye protection. REMEMBER that some modern paints require specialist respiratory protection...always consult the paint manufacturers instructions. 1. GENERAL PREPARATION a. Ensure that the area in which you will be spraying is clean and dust free. b. Connect spray gun to compressor via suitable flexible hose. c. With no paint in spray gun, test system for air leaks. d.
For a professional looking finish paint must be thinned. If the manufacturers recommendations on thinning are not available, the following can be used as a general guide: Water based paints (emulsions) - 10-20% water Oil based paints (gloss) - up to 10% white spirit thinners Cellulose paints - up to 50% cellulose thinners 3. HANDLING THE GUN The first requirement for a good resultant finish is the proper handling of the gun.
