Use and Care Manual

Oper ating Instructions
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Maintenance Schedule
Daily
Check oil level
Check for unusual operation. Correct
before damage occurs.
Check safety valve
Drain tank and traps
Weekly
Clean air filter
Change oil (after first 50 hours)
General unit cleaning
Check for unusual operation.
Correct before damage occurs.
Monthly
Check and tighten all bolts as required
Check all connections for air leaks
Check belts for proper tension, wear,
and alignment
Inspect oil for contamination.
Change if necessary.
Check all unloading lines for
leaks. Air leaks in unloader lines
will cause unloaders and pilot
valve to chatter and could cause
short cycling of motor.
Every 3 months
Change oil
Inspect valve assemblies
Troubleshooting Chart
Problem Possible Causes Resolutions
Low air pressure
Overheating
1. Clogged inlet filter
2. Air leak(s) in system
3. Application exceeds rated air
output of compressor
4. Cylinder head valves not
sealing
5. Insufficient power
1. Duty cycle exceeded
2. Improper rotation
3. Head valve(s) not seating
properly
4. Blown cylinder head gasket(s)
5. Restriction in head,
intercooler
or check valve
6. Low oil
1. Disassemble valve, clean thoroughly
2. Use soapy water to locate leaks, replace or tighten
threaded parts
3. Check CFM requirements, change tool or use compressor
with higher air output
4. Remove valves from cylinder head, repair or replace as
necessary
5. Check power supply, rewire as necessary
1. Keep duty cycle at 60/40 to maintain pump life
2. When facing flywheel, ensure counter-clockwise rotation
3. Clean or replace
4. Replace gasket(s)
5. Clear blockage
6. Add oil. Ensure oil level is at middle of site glass. See
figure 8.
Use only Airbase Industries Oil
(PN: APOL03000G1). Use of any
other product will cause product damage and void
the warranty.
7. Dirt in intercooler fins or
cylinder fins
8. Poor ventilation / ambient
temperature too high
7. Use low pressure air to blow dirt away from compressor
8. Increase ventilation around operating area. Ensure
compressor has adequate clear space from walls and other
possible obstructions. Ambient temperature should not
exceed 110˚ F.