SILENT AIR COMPRESSOR MODEL NO: SHHHAIR 30/9 PART NO: 2320865 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 0309
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Silent Air Compressor. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase 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.
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 MAY RESULT. 1. Compressed air is dangerous, NEVER direct a jet of air at people or animals, and NEVER discharge compressed air against the skin. 2. DO NOT operate your compressor with any guards removed. 3.
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. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green & Yellow Blue - Earth Neutral Brown - Live • Connect GREEN & YELLOW cord to terminal marked with a letter “E” or Earth symbol “ ” or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.
PREPARING FOR USE Before connecting your compressor to the mains supply, check the following:• Firstly, ensure the compressor is on level ground. Do not allow it to run if it is standing on an incline. • Check also that the mains voltage corresponds with that shown on the data label on the side of the compressor. • The ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. FITTING THE INLET FILTER 1. Remove the cap from the top of the air inlet tube. 2. Push the air inlet filter supplied securely on to the tube.
ADDING OIL The compressor is supplied without any oil inside. 3. Remove the oil cap from the top of the oil filler tube. 4. Pour the oil into the oil filler tube using the funnel on the bottle, then replace the oil cap. • Only use Clarke synthetic compressor oil, available from your Clarke dealer (Part No. 3050795). 5.
SWITCHING THE AIR COMPRESSOR ON 1. To start the compressor, turn the ON/OFF switch to the ‘I’ (ON) position - the motor should start immediately. NOTE: If the motor fails to start immediately, the air receiver may already be full of air. Check the tank pressure gauge (shown on the right). If you release air, by opening the air outlet tap, the motor will start automatically once the cut-in pressure is reached. 2. Allow the compressor to run for 10 - 15 seconds, with the air outlet tap, (A) open.
5. Adjust the pressure regulator. • To do this, lift the pressure regulator knob (C), and turn it clockwise to increase the pressure, anticlockwise to decrease the pressure. The pressure is shown on the outlet gauge, (D). • To lock the pressure regulator knob, push the pressure regulator knob down until it clicks into place. IMPORTANT: Always refer to the accessory manufacturers recommendations for optimum operating pressures for their equipment. 6. With operating pressure set, open the air outlet tap.
DRAINING THE RESERVOIR 1. Pressurise the reservoir slightly and then turn the compressor off. 2. Attach the small hose supplied to the vent valve as shown. 3. Take the compressor to the sink and place the free end of the small hose in the sink. 4. Tilt the compressor forward slightly and slowly open the vent valve. 5. When the resevoir has been drained, re-tighten the vent valve and remove the hose. 6.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY The compressor will not start, or stops and will not start again Bad connections Check the electrical connections Blown fuse Replace fuse Overload cutout switch has tripped Wait 25-20 mins before attempting to restart Compressor does not start Air receiver charged Open drain valve to expel air. Compressor should start again when pressure reduces to approx 95 psi.
MAINTENANCE Daily Check the oil level, See “Adding Oil” on page 6. X Drain the water collected in the air outlet filter. See “Draining the reservoir” on page 9. X Remove the condensate that has collected in the air tank. See “Draining the reservoir” on page 9. X Once Once a a Year Month Once a month check the compressor for loose connections, wear, etc. X Clean the compressor with a soft cloth. X Check the safety valve pulling the ring gently when there is pressure in the tank.
CHECK THE NON RETURN VALVE If the tank pressure decreases for no apparent reason, it is possible that the non-return valve is leaking. To check, ensure the tank is under pressure and the machine switched OFF, 1. Take off the flexible hose and check if air leaks out from the valve. 2. If so, unscrew the valve from the connection and disassemble it as shown. 3. Clean all the components with a dry cloth and reassemble the valve taking care to place the internal rubber disc(2) as shown. 4.
SPECIFICATIONS Max.Pressure 8 Bar Air Displacement 0.88 CFM Receiver Capacity 9L Fuse Rating 13 Amps Duty Cycle 50% (15 mins (ON) - 15 mins(OFF)) Part No. 2320865 Dimensions (L x H x W) 330 x 470 x 330 mm Sound Power Level 40dBA Weight 18 kg Compressor Oil 500mL Synthetic Oil Oil Part No. 3050795 Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time of going to print.
EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST 14
EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION C0024 Rubber Oil Plug Ø8 C1712 Gauge D40 1/8 0-12 BAR C0052 Head Gasket C1728 Hose C0053 Valve Plate E88 With Valve C1965 Valve C0054 Cylinder Gasket C2369 Outlet tap C0359 Spacer E 59-E 88 C0360 Rubber Grommet E 59 -E 88 C1099 Oil Level Glass 1/2" C1236 Kit Valve Plate+Gasket E88 C1769 Kit Holding Band L55-L88 C1778 Kit Terminal Box L88 ( 230V ) C1779 Overload Protector L88 ( 230V ) C1782 Start Relay L88 ( 230V )
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This is an important document and should be retained. We declare that this product complies with the following directives: 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility directive, as amended. 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment directive, amended by 93/68/EEC. 98/37/ EC Machinery Directive.
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