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Contents Warranty 2 Warranty Power Tools Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete Warning labels explained 3 satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass Introduction 4 manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the Environmental protection 4 assistance of our service department. Description of symbols 4 This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home Specifications 4 domestic use from the date of th
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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 sta
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Introduction Description of symbols Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. your expectations. It has been manufactured under These represent important information about the stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior product or instructions on its use. performance criteria. Wear hearing protection. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, Wear eye protection. and, with proper care, it will give you many years Wear
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7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or General safety instructions jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use hair covering. and service the machine have to be acquainted with this 8. U
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• The solvents trichloroethane and methylene chloride can 18. C heck for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check chemically react with the aluminium used in some paint that there are no damaged parts. If a part is slightly spray guns and form an explosion. If these solvents are damaged, carefully determine if it will operate properly used, ensure that only stainless steel spray equipment is and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of connected. The compressor is not affec
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• Drain the moisture from the tank daily. It will help Never apply the outlet air of this compressor directly on to prevent corrosion. any part of a person’s body. Do not attempt to block the air outlet with your finger or any part of your body. • P ull the ring on the safety valve daily to ensure that it operating properly and to clear any possible instructions. The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will • Keep the compre
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Know your product 1 14 1. Handle 2. Pressure switch cover 15 3. On/off switch 4. Tank pressure gauge 13 5. Regulating knob 6. Regulated air outlet 3 7. Regulated outlet pressure gauge 2 8. Safety valve 16 9. Non-return valve 5 10. Drain cock 4 7 11. Air tank 9 12. Wheel (x 2) 6 18 13. Safety cover 14. Oil filling plug 15. Air filter assembly 11 16. Oil level glass 17. Oil drain plug (not shown) 18. Air tap 12 10 14 8 8
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Rubber feet Unpacking Fit the rubber feet on the bracket Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely on the front underside of the tank that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. using the screws, washers and If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the nuts supplied. parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. Assembly Oil Wheels WARNING. The air compressor must be
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3. O pen the regulated output Air filter valve (6). Open the valve by WARNING. The air filter must be added before first use. rotating the air tap (18) so it is Failure to fit the air filter will in line with the air outlet (refer damage the compressor and will to the OPEN picture). void the warranty. To close the valve, rotate the air tap so it is facing to the 1. To fit the air filter (15) you right or the left side of the air need to locate the inlet OPEN valve (refer to the CLOSE
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• Press down the on/off switch (3). Operation • Wait for the pressurised air to bleed from the release 1. The pressure in the tank is controlled by the action of valve under the pressure switch cover (2). the pressure switch located under the pressure switch Note. When you press the button down you will hear a short cover (2). When the set maximum pressure is reached the pressure switch activates and the motor is switched air discharge of approx ½ second however, this discharge off. The p
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Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause Possible remedy Power fault or supply voltage too low Check the power supply Motor will not run, running too slow or becoming excessively hot 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 t
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Troubleshooting continued Trouble Possible cause Suggested Remedy Motor running too slow Use authorised service centre to check Insufficient pressure or decreased and repair if necessary outlet capacity 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 i
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Maintenance General inspection 1. A fter the first 10 hours of working, empty the crank case 1. Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. of oil and refill with clean oil by removing the crank case 2. The supply cord of the tool should be checked frequently oil plug (left hand side of the crank case at the bottom) for damage. If damaged, have the cordset replaced by an authorised service facility to avoid Note. Use good quality compressor lubricating oil. a hazard. • SAE30 or L
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GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have access to the Internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 7am –7pm, 7days a week (AEST). Please n
