00L BELT DRIVEN AIR COMPRESSOR MODEL NO: RACER 9/100P (3PH) PART NO: 2245025 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS1013
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 100L Belt Driven Air Compressor. Read this manual fully before use and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and those around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service. Due to our policy of continual product improvement, the images in this manual may not match the product exactly.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using your compressor it is in your own interest to read and pay attention to the following safety rules. 1. Compressed air is dangerous. Do not point a jet of air at persons or animals, and do not discharge compressed air against the skin. 2. DO NOT operate your compressor with the guard removed. 3. Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified engineer. If problems occur, contact your Clarke dealer. 4.
SAFETY SYMBOLS Read this instruction booklet carefully before positioning, operating or adjusting the compressor. Risk of electric shock. The compressor must be disconnected from the mains supply before removing any covers. Do not use in a damp environment. Risk of accidental start-up. The compressor could start automatically in the event of a power cut and subsequent reset. Do not mover the compressor while it is connected to the power source, or when the tank is filled with compressed air.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. The power cable from the main supply must be large enough to carry the starting and running load of the electric motor. This is particularly relevant if the compressor is some distance from the source of supply. Electrical installations should be completed by a qualified electrician.
ASSEMBLY CAUTION: TO PREVENT INJURY, GET ASSISTANCE WHEN LIFTING THIS COMPRESSOR. ATTACH THE WHEELS 1. Slide the axle through the wheel and hole in the wheel frame. 2. Lock the wheel in place using the washer and nut provided. 3. Fit the cap into the position shown. ATTACH THE SUPPORT FEET Insert the support feet into the position shown. FIT THE HANDLE 4. Loosen the hex bolts and insert the handle into the brackets as shown. 5. Tighten the hex bolts.
BEFORE USE Before connecting your compressor to the power supply, check the following:• Set the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position (pushed down). • Make sure that the compressor is on level ground. • Make sure that the supply voltage matches the voltage shown on the data label. CHECK THE OIL LEVEL 1. Remove the dipstick from the oil reservoir. 2. Ensure the oil level is between the min and max marks on the dipstick. • Only use SAE30 compressor oil, available from your Clarke Dealer Part No.
OPERATION If the compressor has not been used for more then 24 hours, open the drain valve (on the bottom of the reservoir) and drain any condensate which has collected. See page 11 MOVING THE AIR COMPRESSOR • Stop the compressor and disconnect it from the power supply before you move it. • Always use the handle. • Do not lift by (or put strain on) valves or hoses.
TURNING THE COMPRESSOR ON 1. Plug the compressor into the power supply. 2. Lift the On/Off button. • The compressor will operate until the reservoir is fully pressurised. It will then shut down. • The compressor will start up again when the pressure in the reservoir decreases. CHECK THE SAFETY VALVE To make sure that the safety valve works correctly. 1. Pull on the ring attached. • Air will be released when you pull on the ring and stop when released. 2.
REMOVING TOOLS FROM THE AIR HOSE WARNING: ALWAYS SET THE PRESSURE REGULATOR TO ZERO BEFORE YOU REMOVE OR REPLACE A TOOL. 1. Push down on the On/Off button to stop the compressor. 2. Turn the outlet valve handle to the off position. 3. Operate the tool to depressurise the air hose. 4. Disconnect the tool from the hose. TURNING THE COMPRESSOR OFF 1. Follow steps 1-3 in “Removing Tools From The Air Hose” above. 2. Disconnect the compressor from the power supply. 3.
DRAINING THE RESERVOIR CAUTION: YOU MUST DRAIN THE RESERVOIR AFTER EACH DAYS USE AND BEFORE YOU PUT YOUR COMPRESSOR INTO STORAGE. 1. Turn the compressor off and disconnect from the power supply. 2. Put a container below the drain valve to collect the condensate. • The drain valve is located on the bottom of the reservoir 3. Open the drain valve slowly. • Condensation will drain from the reservoir. 4. Close the drain valve when the reservoir has fully drained.
MAINTENANCE DRAIN THE RESERVOIR (DAILY) After use, always open the drain valve to make sure that any condensate is drained off. CHECK OIL (DAILY) Ensure the oil level is between the min and max marks on the dipstick. See “Check the Oil level” on page 7 and top-up if necessary - (use Clarke SAE 30 compressor oil, available from your local dealer). CLEAN THE AIR FILTER (MONTHLY) The air filter must be examined monthly, more often in dusty conditions, 1. Pull the filter cover away from the compressor 2.
REPLACING THE OIL After the first 100 hours use, replace the oil using Clarke SAE30 compressor oil. Then replace the oil after every 500 hours of operation or every 6 months. To empty the oil from the machine, remove the oil drain plug from the crankcase cover. CHECK THE NON-RETURN VALVE (EVERY 6 MONTHS) If the reservoir pressure decreases for no apparent reason, it is possible that the non-return valve is leaking. To check, 1.
REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT 1. Rotate the clips shown 90 degrees. 2. Remove the front of the cage and take out the worn or broken drive belt. 3. Place the new drive belt over the small pully. 4. Position part of the drive belt over the large belt pulley as shown. 5. Rotate the large pulley by hand in a clockwise direction whilst guiding the belt on to the large pulley. 14 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL RACER 9/100P (3PH) Part Number 2245025 Max Pressure 10 Bar Voltage 400 VAC (50/60Hz) Air Displacement 9 CFM Receiver Capacity 100 L Dimensions (L x W x H) 1070 x 450 x 770 mm Guaranteed Sound Power Level 94 dB(A) Weight 61.5 kg Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time of going to print. We reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice.
TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION: DO NOT TRY TO REPAIR OR ADJUST THIS COMPRESSOR IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUERIES, CONTACT YOUR DEALER. PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY The compressor has stopped and does not start. Bad electrical connections. 1. Check electrical connections. 2. Clean and tighten if necessary. Overload cutout switch has tripped. 1. Switch off and wait approx 5 minutes. 2. Press the reset button and switch on again. Motor windings burnt out. 1.
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PARTS LIST NO DESCRIPTION PART NO NO DESCRIPTION PART NO 1 CRANKCASE FN4105267 135 MOTOR FN845S000 2 CYLINDER FN4105275 142 BELT GUARD FN4101125 3 HEAD FN4105259 145 SEND PIPE FN4101150 4 CRANKSHAFT FN4105269 200 PUMP FN41P0017SGL 5 LOWER COVER FN4105257 300 KIT FEET FN41K0174 6 KIT VALVE HOLDER FN4105292 8 CONROD FN4105262 23 KIT INT.
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