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OWNERS MANUAL FOR
Oil Lubricated Air Compressor
MODEL NO.
MAC700 | MAC2400 | MAC5200
SPECIFICATION CHART
Model No. MAC700 MAC2400 MAC5200
Horsepower 2 2.5 3
SCFM @ 40 PSIG 3.8 4.8 6.9
SCFM @ 90 PSIG 3.3 4.2 6.5
Cut-In Pressure 100 PSI 100 PSI 110 PSI
Cut-Out Pressure 130 PSI 130 PSI 140 PSI
Bore 47 mm 51 mm 47 mm
Stroke 44 mm 44 mm 44 mm
Voltage -Single Phase 120 120 120
Motor RPM 1720 1720 3420
Amperage @ max pressure 12.4 12.3 13.8
Tank Size 2.6 Gallon 4.2 Gallon 5.2 Gallon
CSA/US Listed Yes Y
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TABLE OF CONTENTS OWNERS MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Warning Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 GLOSSARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 DUTY CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OWNERS MANUAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS *** SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS *** WARNING 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 Unsafe operation of your air • Review and understand all instructions and warnings in compressor could lead to this manual. serious injury
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OWNERS MANUAL HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT The following conditions could • Drain the tank DAILY or lead to a weakening of the after each use. If tank tank, and develops a leak, replace it immediately with a new tank or new compressor Risk of Air Tank RESULT IN A VIOLENT TANK unit. Bursting. EXPLOSION RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU • Never drill into, weld, or OR OTHERS: make any modifications to the tank or its attachments. • Failure to properly drain Never
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OWNERS MANUAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Your air compressor is • Any electrical wiring or powered by electricity. Like repairs required to this any other electrically product should be performed powered device, if it is not by qualified service used properly, it may cause personnel or a licensed Risk of Electric Shock. electrical shock. electrician, in accordance with national and local • Electrical grounding: failure electrical codes. to provide adequate gro
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OWNERS MANUAL HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Breathing compressor or • Use an approved respirator sprayed materials vapor can designed for use with your result in serious injury. specific application. Risk to Breathing. (Continued) The compressed air stream • Always wear approved safety can cause soft tissue damage, glasses with side shields and can propel dirt, chips, when using the compressor. loose particles and small Risk from objects at high speed, resulting
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OWNERS MANUAL GLOSSARY - DUTY CYCLE - ON RECEIPT INSPECTION GLOSSARY CFM: Cubic feet per minute. CUT-OUT PRESSURE: When you turn on your air compressor, it begins to run, air SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute; a pressure in the air tank begins to build. It unit of measure of air delivery. builds to a certain pressure before the motor automatically shuts off - protecting your air PSIG: Pounds per square inch gauge; a tank from pressure higher than its design unit of measure of pressure. rating
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STORAGE - DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION OWNERS MANUAL ON RECEIPT INSPECTION ... Continued product was shipped directly to you, report any damages to the carrier and arrange for inspection of goods immediately. STORAGE Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do the following: 1) Review the “Maintenance” and “Operating Procedures” sections and perform maintenance necessary.Be sure to drain water from the air tank. 2) Protect the electrical cord and air hose from damage (such as being steppe
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OWNERS MANUAL INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION ... Continued PRESSURE SWITCH UNLOADING VALVE: The pressure switch unloading valve located on the side of the pressure switch, is designed to automatically release compressed air from the compressor head and the outlet tube when the air compressor reaches “cut-out” pressure. PRESSURE SWITCH: The pressure switch automatically starts the motor when the air tank pressure drops to the factory set “cut-in” pressure. It stops
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INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES OWNERS MANUAL INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES ... Cont’d CAUTION: Multi-Viscosity motor oils, like 10W30, should not be used in an air compressor. They leave carbon deposits on critical components, thus reducing performance and compressor life. Use air compressor oil only. Initial Start Up Procedure: 1) Open the air receiver's drain valve. 2) Plug power supply cord into correct power source. 3) Run the compressor for a minimum of twenty (20) minutes in
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OWNERS MANUAL OPERATING PROCEDURES INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES ... Cont’d Piping: Plastic or PVC pipe is not designed for use with compressed air. Regardless of its indicated pressure rating, plastic pipe can burst from air pressure. Use only metal pipe for air distribution lines. If a pipe line is necessary, use pipe that is the same size, or larger than, the air tank outlet. Piping that is too small will restrict the flow of air. If piping is over 100 feet long, use the next larger si
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MAINTENANCE OWNERS MANUAL OPERATING PROCEDURES ... Continued When you are finished: 6) Set the pressure switch lever to “OFF”. 7) Using the air tool or accessory, bleed the tank pressure down to zero. 8) Remove the air tool or accessory. 9) Drain water from air tank by opening drain cock valve on bottom of tank. WATER WILL CONDENSE IN THE AIR TANK. IF NOT DRAINED, WATER WILL CORRODE AND WEAKEN THE AIR TANK CAUSING A RISK OF AIR TANK RUPTURE. Note: If drain cock valve is plugged, release al
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OWNERS MANUAL ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 1) Drain water from the air tank, any moisture separators or transformers. 2) Check for any unusual noise and/or vibration. 3) Manually check all safety valves to make sure they are operating properly. 4) Inspect air filter, replace if necessary. 5) Inspect air lines and fittings for leaks; correct as necessary. Each year of operation or if a problem is suspected: Check condition of air compressor pump intake and exhaust
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS OWNERS MANUAL SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Air Filter - Inspection and Replacement: Keep the air filter clean at all times. Do not operate the compressor with the air filter removed. A dirty air filter will not allow the compressor to operate at full capacity. Before you use the compressor, check the air filter to be sure it is clean. If it is dirty, check and replace the filter element. WARNING: Safety Valve – Inspection ... IF THE SAFETY VALVE DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY, OVER-PRESS
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OWNERS MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE SOURCES, MOVING PARTS OR COM- PRESSED AIR SOURCES. PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIRS, UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND BLEED OFF TANK AIR PRESSURE. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Excessive tank pressure - Defective pressure switch. Move the pressure switch safety valve pops off. lever to the "OFF" position. If the unit doesn't shut off, unplug. If the electrical contacts are welded togethe
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE OWNERS MANUAL PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Pressure reading on the It is normal for "some" If there is an excessive regulated pressure gauge pressure drop to occur. amount of pressure drop when drops when accessory is used. the accessory is used, adjust the regulator following the instructions. Note: Adjust the regulated pressure under flow conditions (while accessory is being used). Air leak from safety valve. Possible defective safety valve. Operate safety valve manually by
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OWNERS MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Motor will not run. (con’t) Check valve is stuck open. Remove and clean, or replace. Loose electrical connections. Check wiring connection inside pressure switch and terminal box area. Possible defective capacitor. Return to an Authorized Warranty Service Center for inspection or replacement if necessary. Paint spray on internal motor Have checked at an parts. Authorized Warranty Service Center. Do not operate the compressor in the pai
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OWNERS MANUAL WARNING - NOTES WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and • arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
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WARRANTY OWNERS MANUAL MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Warranty Policy Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers. If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective wo
