RAIDER 60 / 120 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS © 0503
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Thank you for purchasing this Raider Air Compressor. Before attempting to operate the machine, please read this leaflet thoroughly and carefully follow the instructions given. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can also 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.
PARTS DESCRIPTION - Raider 120 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.
PARTS DESCRIPTION - Raider 60 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connect the mains lead to a 230 Volt (50Hz) single phase 30 amp electrical supply, through a suitably fused isolator with a fuse rating of 20 Amps. DO NOT connect to a domestic system via a 13 AMP plug.
OPERATION SPECIFICATIONS (Ref. Fig. 2) NOTE: If you intend using your compressor for spraying, read also the ‘Helpful Hints on Spraying” booklet - supplied with the machine. ON/OFF Knob RAIDER 60 Rotational Speed .................................................. 2850 rpm Max. Pressure ..................................................... 10 bar (145psi) Air Displacement .................................................. 400L/min (14 cfm approx) Electric Motor .......................................
NOTE: FAULT FINDING PROBLEM The compressor stops and will not start again. The compressor does not reach the set pressure and overheats easily. PROBABLE CAUSE Blown fuse Overload cutout switch has tripped. Switch off and wait 10 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. Carefully clean all sealing surfaces before reassembling. If in doubt contact your nearest dealer.
B. PERIODICALLY SHUTTING DOWN THE COMPRESSOR 1. 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. bolts and motor housing screws and re-tighten if any have worked loose. 2. Fig. 4 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.
