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GENERAL MANUAL FOR
OIL LUBRICATED
SINGLE STAGE
GASOLINE ENGINE
AIR COMPRESSOR
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page SAFETY GUIDELINES......................................2 OPERATING PROCEDURES .......................11 Daily Start-Up Checklist...........................11 WARRANTY STATEMENT ..............................3 MAINTENANCE ....................................... 12-15 WARNING CHART........................................ 4-5 Routine Maintenance Schedule ................ 12 Air Compressor ........................................13 GLOSSARY ...............................
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LIMITED WARRANTY ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE All merchandise manufactured by DeVilbiss Air Power Company/ExCell Manufacturing is warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material which occur during the first year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (initial user). Products covered under this warranty include: air compressors, *air tools, accessories, service parts, pressure washers, and generators used in consumer applications (i.e., personal residential household us
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS CAN TURN ENGINE OFF AND ALLOW IT TO RISK OF BECOME IGNITED BY COMING INTO CON- COOL BEFORE ADDING FUEL TO THE EXPLOSION OR FIRE TACT WITH HOT COMPONENTS SUCH AS THE TANK. EQUIP AR
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HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT THE COMPRESSED AIR STREAM CAN CAUSE ALWAYS WEAR ANSI Z87.1 APPROVED RISK FROM SOFT TISSUE DAMAGE TO EXPOSED SKIN SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS FLYING OBJECTS AND CAN PROPEL DIRT, CHIPS, LOOSE WHEN USING THE COMPRESSOR. PARTICLES AND SMALL OBJECTS AT HIGH SPEED, RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE NEVER POINT ANY NOZZLE OR SPRAYER OR PERSONAL INJURY. TOWARD ANY PART OF THE BODY OR AT OTHER PEOPLE OR ANIMALS. ALWAYS TURN THE COMPRESSOR OFF AND BLEED PRESSURE FR
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GLOSSARY SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute; a unit of Unloader Blow-Off Pressure: All models are continu- measure of air delivery. ously running outfits controlled by tank pressure. When the maximum tank pressure is obtained, the unloader PSIG: Pounds per square inch gauge; a unit of measure valve will blow-off. This will cause the compressor to of pressure. exhaust the air to the atmosphere and not the tank. This ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers; decreases the load on the e
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DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION Air Compressor Pump: To compress air, the piston the reserve air pressure in the tank. On outfits with no moves up and down in the cylinder. On the down- pressure regulator, this is also the pressure available stroke, air is drawn in through the air intake valves. The at the air outlet. exhaust valve remains closed. On the upstroke of the Unloader Valve: All models are continuously running piston, air is compressed. The intake valves close and outfits controlled by
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Items Needed for Assembly 20 oz. of oil for the engine (see Briggs & Stratton EXCESSIVE TANK VIBRATION CAN WEAK- instructions). Use 10W30 high quality motor oil. EN THE AIR TANK AND CAUSE RUPTURE OR EXPLOSION. RUBBER FEET MUST BE 16 oz. of compressor oil, SAE 20-20W, non-deter- INSTALLED. gent, low foaming. a 9/16" socket or open-end wrench for attaching the wheels. 2. Attach the rubber feet to the bottom of the foot a 7/16" open-end wrench for attaching the foot ex
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INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES Location of the Air Compressor ENGINE EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH IS ODORLESS AND TOXIC. OPERATE ENGINE IN WELL VENTI- LATED AREAS ONLY. Operate the air compressor in a clean, dry and well ventilated area. The air intake filter must be kept clear of obstructions that could interfere with the flow of air through the fan bladed flywheel. The air compressor crankcase and head are designed with fins to provide proper cooling. If humidity is high, an ai
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INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES For your convenience, purchase a 1/4" NPT nipple, OPEN 2 1/2" long, and a 1/4" NPT x 1/4" NPT coupling (pipe POSITION collar) to allow ease in draining oil. Remove oil drain plug on the gas tank side of the engine and install the nipple. TOGGLE Thread the coupling on the end of the nipple and screw LEVER the drain plug in the coupling. See Figure 2. CLOSED POSITION UNLOADER VALVE COUPLING DRAIN PLUG NIPPLE Figure 2 Figure 3 With the unit in a level position,
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INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES 3. Pump Break-in: Open the outlet valve to prevent 2. Place your left hand on the air compressor handle, tank pressure build-up. Run the air compressor for and your right hand on the starter handle, and pull 30 minutes to seat the rings and lubricate all internal cord out quickly to overcome engine compression surfaces. This operation must be completed only and prevent "kickback". If engine does not start, once when first putting the unit in service. push the
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MAINTENANCE DURING MAINTENANCE, YOU COULD BE EXPOSED TO COMPRESSED AIR OR MOVING PARTS. PERSONAL INJURIES CAN OCCUR. BEFORE DOING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR, DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING, AND RELIEVE AIR TANK PRESSURE. NEVER OPERATE THE COMPRESSOR WITH THE BELT GUARD REMOVED. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air compressor outfit, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. The following routine maintenance schedule is geare
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MAINTENANCE Air Compressor Check Valve - Inspection and A clean air compressor and engine run cooler and Replacement provide longer service. Clean or blow off fins and any Remove the check valve for inspection or replacement other parts of the air compressor and engine that collect if air is leaking constantly back through the check valve. dust or dirt. Do not place tags, containers or other Use the following procedure to inspect, clean or replace material on or against the ventilation openings
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MAINTENANCE The air cleaner must be in place when any carburetor Engine - Oil Change and Air adjustments are made. Cleaner Turn the needle valve clockwise (in) until the engine misses, noting the valve position (lean mixture). Turn the See Briggs & Stratton "Operating and Maintenance needle valve counterclockwise (out) until engine runs Instructions" for information regarding engine oil changes roughly, again noting valve position (rich mixture). Now, and air cleaner service as well as for warra
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MAINTENANCE Belt - Replacement SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY OC- CUR IF PARTS OF THE BODY OR LOOSE ITEMS GET CAUGHT IN MOVING PARTS. NEVER OPERATE THE OUTFIT WITH THE BELT GUARD REMOVED. THE BELT GUARD SHOULD BE REMOVED ONLY AFTER THE Figure 9 SPARK PLUG WIRE HAS BEEN DISCON- NECTED. 6. Hold belt tension until two engine mounting screws are tightened securely. To replace belt: 7. Tighten remaining engine mounting screws, saddle/ 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. stiffener plate screws, handle set s
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING OR REPAIRS CAN EXPOSE MOVING PARTS OR COMPRESSED AIR SOURCES. PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING ANY TROUBLESHOOTING OR REPAIRS, THE ENGINE SPARK PLUG WIRE SHOULD BE REMOVED. NEVER OPERATE THE OUTFIT WITH THE BELT GUARD REMOVED. THE BELT GUARD SHOULD BE REMOVED ONLY WHEN THE SPARK PLUG WIRE IS REMOVED. CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Unloader valve does not release Excessive tank pressure - Unloader valve must be replaced. pressure when ta
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Decrease amount of air usage. Compressor is not supplying Prolonged excessive use of air. enough air to operate accesso- ries. Compressor is not large enough for air Check the accessory air requirement. If it is higher than requirement. the SCFM or pressure supplied by your air compres- sor, you need a larger compressor. Clean or replace air intake filter. Restricted air intake filter. Loose belt. Adjust belt tension. Check and replace. Hole in hose
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SERVICE NOTES 18
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SERVICE NOTES 19
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GENERAL MANUAL FOR OIL LUBRICATED SINGLE STAGE GASOLINE ENGINE AIR COMPRESSOR Call our Toll Free Number 1-800-888-2468, Ext 2, then Ext 1, to obtain the location of the nearest Authorized Service Center for ordering repair parts and for warranty repairs. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When ordering repair parts from your local Authorized Service Center, always give the following information: Model number of your product Part number and description of the item you wish to purchase WARRANT
