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Contents Warranty 2 Warranty Power Tools Warning labels explained 3 Introduction 4 Environmental protection 4 Description of symbols 4 Specifications 4 General safety instructions 5 Additional safety rules for air compressors 6 Contents of carton 7 Know your product 8 Unpacking 9 Assembly 9 Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performanc
Warning labels explained On the tank of your air compressor you will notice various warnings about the operation of the compressor. These warnings and the procedures associated with them are explained fully in this manual on the following pages. Please take note of these. They are important for your safety and that of others in the vicinity. �������� Do not switch on for the first time without first filling with oil. �������� ��������� ���������� Unit starts automatically.
Introduction Description of symbols Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service. CAUTION. Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective hair covering. 8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and earmuffs should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also required if the sanding operation creates dust. 9. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull the cord to disconnect the tool from the power point.
• The solvents trichloroethane and methylene chloride can chemically react with the aluminium used in some paint spray guns and form an explosion. If these solvents are used, ensure that only stainless steel spray equipment is connected. The compressor is not affected by the use of these solvents. • Never directly inhale the compressed air produced by a compressor and do not use it for charging breathing tanks. • Do not use welding equipment in close proximity to the compressor.
• Drain the moisture from the tank daily. It will help prevent corrosion. • Pull the ring on the safety valve daily to ensure that it operating properly and to clear any possible instructions. • Keep the compressor at least 300mm from the nearest wall to ensure adequate ventilation for cooling purposes. • Before transporting the compressor make sure that the pressurised air is bled from the tank and that the compressor is firmly secured. • Protect the air hose and cordset from damage.
Know your product 1. Handle 2. Pressure switch cover 3. On/off switch 4. Tank pressure gauge 5. Regulating knob 6. Regulated air outlet 7. Regulated outlet pressure gauge 8. Safety valve 9. Non-return valve 10. Drain cock 11. Air tank 12. Wheel (x 2) 13. Safety cover 14. Oil filling plug 15. Air filter assembly 16. Oil level glass 17. Oil drain plug (not shown) 18.
Unpacking Rubber feet Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. Fit the rubber feet on the bracket on the front underside of the tank using the screws, washers and nuts supplied. Assembly Oil Wheels Fitting the wheels WARNING.
3. Open the regulated output valve (6). Open the valve by rotating the air tap (18) so it is in line with the air outlet (refer to the OPEN picture). To close the valve, rotate the air tap so it is facing to the right or the left side of the air OPEN valve (refer to the CLOSED picture). 4. Start the compressor by following the procedure in the section “To start and stop the compressor”.
• Press down the on/off switch (3). • Wait for the pressurised air to bleed from the release valve under the pressure switch cover (2). Note. When you press the button down you will hear a short air discharge of approx ½ second however, this discharge only occurs if the compressor is actually running at the time, and not in idle. • Switch off the electrical power supply and remove the electrical plug.
Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause Possible remedy Motor will not run, running too slow or becoming excessively hot Power fault or supply voltage too low Check the power supply Power cord too long or too thin Use authorised service centre to replace the power cord Faulty pressure switch Use authorised service centre to repair or replace the switch Faulty motor Use authorised service centre to repair or replace the motor Main compressor sticking/tight Use authorised service centre to repair
Troubleshooting continued Trouble Possible cause Suggested Remedy Insufficient pressure or decreased outlet capacity Motor running too slow Use authorised service centre to check and repair if necessary Dirty air filter cartridge Clean or replace the filter cartridge Leaking safety valve Use authorised service centre to repair or replace the switch Leaking pipe Use authorised service centre to check and repair if necessary Damaged gasket Use authorised service centre to check and repair if nece
Maintenance General inspection 1. After the first 10 hours of working, empty the crank case of oil and refill with clean oil by removing the crank case oil plug (left hand side of the crank case at the bottom) Note. Use good quality compressor lubricating oil. • SAE30 or L-DAB 100 over 10°C • SAE10 or L-DAB 68 under 10°C 2. After each subsequent 500 hours of operation, again drain the oil and refill the crank case with clean oil. 3.
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