Challenge Xtreme CX 1500/1 User manual

CX 1500/1
EH-Art.-No.: 40.100.59 I.-Nr.: 01017
Cat.-No.: 711/1569
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Operating Instructions Compressor
" WARNING! PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
OPERATING THIS UNIT"
"KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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Warning!
When using compressors, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product.
Keep these instructions with the compressor.
Save these instructions for future reference.
Use Personal Protection Safety Equipment
The compressor ejects high-pressure air. Always wear protective eye goggles
and avoid contact with air outlets Protect eyes with safety glasses or goggles –
use safety glasses or goggles which conform to BSEN136 or CE equivalent that
provide protection from the front and side.

Note the instructions for use!
Wear ear muffs!
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Beware of electrical voltage
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Beware of hot parts
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Wear goggles!
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A) Important! To drain the condensation water completely, tilt the compressor to the side.
B) Condensation water: Let out the condensation water daily by opening the drain valve (bottom of the pressure vessel).

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1. Layout (Fig. 1/2/3)
1. Intake air filter
2. Pressure vessel
3. Wheel
4. Drainage screw for condensation water
5. Supporting foot
6. Oil drain plug / sight-glass
7. Safety valve
8. Quick-lock coupling
9. Oil sealing plug (oil filler opening)
10.Transportation handle
11.ON/OFF switch
12.Pressure switch
13.Pressure gauge (for reading the tank pressure)
Important!
When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must
be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the
complete operating manual with due care. Keep this manu-
al in a safe place, so that the information is available at all
times. If you give the equipment to any other person, give
them these operating instructions as well.
We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents
which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and
the safety instructions.
2. Scope of use
The compressor is designed for generating compressed air
for tools operated by compressed air.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed for
use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our war-
ranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial,
trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
3. Points to note when setting up the com-
pressor
Examine the machine for signs of transit damage. Re-
port any damage immediately to the company which de-
livered the compressor.
Before you put the compressor into operation, check the
oil level in the compressor pump.
The compressor should be set up near the working con-
sumer.
Avoid long air lines and long supply lines (extensions).
Make sure the intake air is dry and dust-free.
Do not set up the compressor in damp or wet rooms.
The compressor may only be used in suitable rooms
(with good ventilation and an ambient temperature from
+5°C to +40°C). There must be no dust, acids, vapors,
explosive gases or inflammable gases in the room.
The compressor is designed to be used in dry rooms. It
is prohibited to use the compressor in areas where work
is conducted with sprayed water.
4. Safety instructions
4.1 General safety instructions
Important! The following basic safety precautions
have to be taken when using this compressor in order
to guard against the risk of electric shock, injury and
fire. Read and note these instructions before you use
the compressor.
1. Keep your work area tidy
- There is a higher risk of accident in an untidy work
area.
2. Make allowance for environmental conditions
- Never leave the compressor in the rain. Never use the
compressor in damp or wet conditions. Provide good
lighting. Never use the compressor near combustible li-
quids or gases.
3. Protect yourself from electric shocks
- Avoid physical contact with earthed parts, e.g. pipes,
radiators, cookers, refrigerators.
4. Keep children away!
- Do not allow other persons to touch the compressor or
its cable. Keep them out of your work area.
5. Keep your compressor in a safe place
- When the compressor is not being used it should be
kept in a dry, locked room out of the reach of the child-
ren.
6. Do not overload your compressor
- It is better and safer to work within the quoted power
range.
7. Wear suitable work clothes
- Do not wear loose garments or jewellery. There is a
risk of them catching on moving parts. Rubber gloves
and non-slip shoes are recommended when working ou-
tdoors. Put on a hair net if you have long hair.
8. Never use the cable for any purpose other than that
intended
Never tow the compressor by its cable and never pull
the power plug out of the socket by the cable. Protect
the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
9. Look after your compressor
- Keep your compressor clean so that it works well and
reliably. Follow the maintenance instructions. Check the
power plug and cable regularly and have them re-
placed by a specialist if you discover any damage.
Check any extension cables regularly and replace if da-
maged.
10.Pull out the power plug
- Whenever the compressor is not being used and befo-
re carrying out any maintenance work.
11.Avoid accidental starts
- Make sure that the switch is turned to OFF before you
connect the compressor to the power supply.
12.Extension cables for outdoor use
- Use extension cables outdoors only if they are appro-
ved and marked accordingly.
13.Concentrate at all times
- Watch your work. Be sensible. Do not use the com-
pressor if your mind is not on your work.
14.Examine your compressor for signs of damage
- Before you use the compressor again, carefully check
its safety devices or any slightly damaged parts to make
sure that they are working properly and as intended.
Check moving parts to make sure that they are in good
working order and are not jammed or damaged. All

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parts have to be properly fitted in order to be sure of
meeting all the machineʼs requirements. Damaged sa-
fety devices and parts have to be repaired or replaced
by a customer service workshop unless otherwise sta-
ted in this manual. Damaged switches have to be repla-
ced by a customer service workshop. Do not use any
tools with a switch that cannot be turned on and off.
15.Important!
- For your own safety, use only such accessories and
auxiliary equipment as are listed in this manual or which
are recommended and specified by the manufacturer.
There is a high risk of suffering a serious accident if you
use tools or accessories which are not listed in this ma-
nual or in the catalogue of recommended tools and ac-
cessories.
16.Have an electrician carry out repairs
- Repairs are to be carried out only by a qualified electri-
cian. If not, the user may suffer serious accidents.
17.Noise
Use ear muffs when you use the compressor.
18.Replacing the power cable
To prevent injury, damaged power cables may only be
replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified electrician.
4.2 Safety instructions for working with
compressed air and blasting guns
Compressors and lines reach high temperatures during
operation. Avoid contact! Risk of burns!
Gases or vapours drawn in by the compressor have to
be kept free of constituents that may cause fire or explo-
sions inside the compressor.
When you disconnect the hose coupling, hold the cou-
pling element in your hand to prevent injury from the
whiplashing hose.
Wear goggles when working with the blow-out gun. Inju-
ries may easily result from foreign bodies and blasted
parts.
Never point the blow-out gun at other persons and ne-
ver use it to clean clothes that are still being worn.
4.3. Safety information for paint spraying
Never process paints or solvents with a flash point be-
low 55°C.
Never heat paints or solvents.
It is imperative to use filtering equipment (face masks)
when processing harmful liquids. Note also the informa-
tion concerning safety precautions published by the ma-
nufacturers of these liquids.
Smoking is prohibited during the spraying operation and
in the work room. Paint vapours are highly flammable.
Make sure there are no open fires or open lights in the
work room. Sparking machines are not to be used.
Do not keep or consume food and drink in the work
room. Paint vapours are harmful.
The details and designations of the Ordinance on Ha-
zardous Substances, which are displayed on the outer
packaging of the processed material, must be observed.
Additional protective measures are to be undertaken if
necessary, particularly the wearing of suitable clothing
and masks.
The work room has to be bigger than 30 m3and have
sufficient ventilation for spraying and drying. Never
spray into the wind.
It is always imperative to observe the regulations of your
local police authorities when spraying combustible or
hazardous substances.
Never process media such as white petroleum spirit, bu-
tyl alcohol and methylene chloride with the PVC pressu-
re hose (reduced life span).
4.4 Operating pressure vessels
An operator of a pressure vessel is required to keep the
pressure vessel in good working order, to operate it pro-
perly, to supervise its use, to carry out essential mainte-
nance and repair work immediately, and to introduce es-
sential safety measures according to requirements.
The supervisory authorities may order essential safegu-
ards from case to case.
A pressure vessel may not be operated if it has any de-
fects which constitute a danger to employees or third
parties.
The pressure vessel must be regularly inspected for
damage, e.g. rust. If you discover any damage, then
please contact the customer service workshop.
Keep these safety instructions in a safe place.
5. Assembly and starting
Important!
You must fully assemble the appliance before using it
for the first time.
5.1 Fitting the wheels (3)
Fit the supplied wheels as shown in Fig. 4.
5.2 Fitting the supporting foot (5)
Fit the supplied rubber stopper as shown in Fig. 5.
5.3 Fitting the air filter (1)
Remove all the transportation stops with a screwdriver or
similar and fasten the air filter (1) securely to the appliance
with the screws.
5.4Replacing the oil sealing plug (9)
Remove the transportation cover from the oil filler opening
with a screwdriver and insert the supplied sealing plug (9)
into the oil filler opening.
5.5 Voltage
The compressor is equipped with a mains cable with
shock-proof plug. This can be connected to any 230V ~
50Hz shock-proof socket which is protected by a 16 A fuse.
Before you use the machine, make sure that the mains
voltage complies with the specifications on the rating plate.
Long supply cables, extensions, cable reels etc. cause a
drop in voltage and can impede motor start-up. In the case
of low temperatures below +5°C, motor start-up is jeopar-
dized as a result of stiffness.
5.6 ON/OFF switch (11)
To switch on the compressor, pull out the red knob (11). To
switch off the compressor, press the red knob (11) in again.
(Fig. 2)
5.7 Setting the pressure switch (12)
The pressure switch is set at the factory.
Switch-on pressure 5 bar
Switch-off pressure 8 bar

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6. Technical data
Power supply: 230 ~ 50 Hz
Motor rating in kW: 1.1
Compressor speed in rpm: 2850
Operating pressure in bar: 8
Pressure vessel volume in litre: 24
Theoretical intake rate in l/min: 165
Sound power level LWA in dB: 95
Sound pressure level LpA in dB: 75
Protection type: IP 20
Machine weight in kg: 23
7. Cleaning and maintenance
Important!
Pull the power plug before doing any cleaning and
maintenance work on the appliance.
Important!
Wait until the compressor has completely cooled
down. Risk of burns!
Important!
Always depressurize the tank before carrying out any
cleaning and maintenance work.
7.1 Cleaning
Keep the safety devices free of dirt and dust as far as
possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow
it with compressed air at low pressure.
We recommend that you clean the appliance immedia-
tely after you use it.
Clean the appliance regularly with a damp cloth and so-
me soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents;
these may be aggressive to the plastic parts in the ap-
pliance. Ensure that no water can get into the interior of
the appliance.
You must disconnect the hose and any spraying tools
from the compressor before cleaning. Do not clean the
compressor with water, solvents or the like.
7.2 Condensation water
The condensation water must be drained off each day by
opening the drain valve (4) (on the floor of the pressure
vessel).
Important! The condensation water from the pressu-
re vessel will contain residual oil.
Dispose of the condensation water in an environmen-
tally compatible manner at the appropriate collection
point.
7.3 Safety valve (7)
The safety valve has been set for the highest permitted
pressure of the pressure vessel. It is prohibited to adjust
the safety valve or remove its seal. Actuate the safety valve
from time to time to ensure that it works when required.
Pull the ring with sufficient force until you can hear the
compressed air being released. Then release the ring
again.
7.4 Check the oil level at regular intervals
You must be able to see that the oil level on the oil level
gauge (6) is between the red oil level check mark and the
top edge of the oil level window. Changing the oil: Recom-
mended hydraulic oil: SAE 15W/40 or an alternative of the
same quality. It should be refilled for the first time after 100
hours of operation. Thereafter the oil should be drained
and refilled after every 500 hours in service.
7.5 Changing the oil
Switch off the motor and pull the power plug out of the
socket-outlet. After letting off any air pressure you can re-
move the oil drain plug from the compressor pump by un-
screwing. To prevent the oil escaping out of control, hold a
small piece of metal guttering underneath the drain plug to
direct the oil into a container.If any oil still remains inside,
tilt the compressor a little.
Take the old oil to an official old oil disposal station.
If the oil ever escapes, fit the oil drainage screw (6) back
on. Top up with new oil through the oil filler opening (9) un-
til it comes up to the red mark in the oil level window (6).
Then fit the oil sealing plug (9) again.
7.6 Cleaning the intake filter (1)
The intake filter prevents dust and dirt being drawn in. It is
essential to clean this filter after at least every 300 hours in
service. A clogged intake filter will decrease the compres-
sorʼs performance dramatically. Remove the filter from the
compressor by unscrewing the thumb screw on the air fil-
ter. You can then remove the filter from the two halves of
the plastic housing, tap it to remove the dirt and then blast
it down with low pressure compressed air (approx. 3 bar)
before reinserting it.
7.7 Storage
 Important!
Pull the mains plug out of the socket and ventilate the ap-
pliance and all connected pneumatic tools. Switch off the
compressor and make sure that it is secured in such a way
that it cannot be started up again by any unauthorized per-
son.
Important!
Store the compressor only in a dry location which is
not accessible to unauthorized persons. Always store
upright, never tilted!
8. Ordering replacement parts
Please quote the following data when ordering replacement
parts:
Type of machine
Article number of the machine
Identification number of the machine
Replacement part number of the part required
For our latest prices and information please go to
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10. Possible causes of failure
Problem Cause Solution
The compressor does not start 1. No supply voltage 1. Check the supply voltage, the power plug and
the socket-outlet.
2. Insufficient supply voltage 2. Make sure that the extension cable is not too
long. Use an extension cable with large
enough wires.
3. Outside temperature is too low 3. Never operate with an outside temperature of
below +5°C.
4. Motor is overheated 4. Allow the motor to cool down. If necessary,
remedy the cause of the overheating.
The compressor starts but there is no pressure 1. Leak in the non-return valve 1. Replace the non-return valve
2. The seals are damaged. 2. Check the seals and have any damaged seals
replaced by a service center
3. The drainage screw for
condensation water (4) leaks.
3. Tighten the screw by hand. Check the seal on
the screw and replace if necessary.
The compressor starts, pressure is shown on the
pressure gauge, but the tools do not start.
1. Loose hose connections 1. Check the compressed air hose and tools and
replace if necessary.
2. Leak in a quick-lock coupling 2. Check the quick-lock coupling and replace if
necessary.
Contact Number for Argos Power Tool Helpline:
0870 725 2949
9. Disposal and recycling
The unit is supplied in packaging to prevent its being dam-
aged in transit. This packaging is raw material and can
therefore be reused or can be returned to the raw material
system.
The unit and its accessories are made of various types of
material, such as metal and plastic. Defective components
must be disposed of as special waste. Ask your dealer or
your local council.

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Konformitätserklärung ISC-GmbH · Eschenstraße 6 · D-94405 Landau/Isar
Kompressor CX 1500/1
Art.-Nr.: 40.100.59 I.-Nr.: 01017 Archivierung: 4010050-12-5155050
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TÜV Süd Industrie Service GmbH; KBV VI; OR/10567/06
LWM = 92,1 dB; LWA = 95 dB
Landau/Isar, den 08.03.2007
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Dear Customer,
All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault,
please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card. Of course, if you would prefer to call us then we are also happy to of-
fer our assistance under the service number printed below. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made:
1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights. We do not charge you for this guarantee.
2. Our guarantee only covers problems caused by material or manufacturing defects, and it is restricted to the rectification of these defects or replace-
ment of the device. Please note that our devices have not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Consequently, the
guarantee is invalidated if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial applications or for other equivalent activities. The following are also
excluded from our guarantee: compensation for transport damage, damage caused by failure to comply with the installation/assembly instructions or
damage caused by unprofessional installation, failure to comply with the operating instructions (e.g. connection to the wrong mains voltage or current
type), misuse or inappropriate use (such as overloading of the device or use of non-approved tools or accessories), failure to comply with the mainte-
nance and safety regulations, ingress of foreign bodies into the device (e.g. sand, stones or dust), effects of force or external influences (e.g. damage
caused by the device being dropped) and normal wear resulting from proper operation of the device.
The guarantee is rendered null and void if any attempt is made to tamper with the device.
3. The guarantee is valid for a period of 2 years starting from the purchase date of the device. Guarantee claims should be submitted before the end of
the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The
original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or
parts fitted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fitted. This
also applies when an on-site service is used.
4. In order to assert your guarantee claim, please send your defective device postage-free to the address shown below. Please enclose either the origi-
nal or a copy of your sales receipt or another dated proof of purchase. Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place, as it is your proof of purchase. It
would help us if you could describe the nature of the problem in as much detail as possible. If the defect is covered by our guarantee then your device
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