Clarke 2242117 Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS0520 - ISS 1
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
50L AIR COMPRESSOR
MODEL NO: RAIDER 15/550
PART NO: 2242117

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INTRODUCTION
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the
obligation to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE
regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery and
environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal facility.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before using your compressor it is in your own interest to read and pay attention
to the following safety rules.
1. Compressed air is dangerous. DO NOT point a jet of air at persons or animals and do
not discharge compressed air against the skin.
2. DO NOT operate your compressor with the guard removed.
3. Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified engineer. If problems occur, contact
your local CLARKE dealer.
4. Before carrying out any maintenance, make sure that the pressure is released from
the air tank and that the compressor is disconnected from the electrical supply.
5. DO NOT leave pressure in the receiver overnight, or when transporting.
6. DO NOT adjust, or tamper with the safety valves. The maximum pressure is factory
set, and clearly marked on the compressor.
7. DO NOT operate in wet or damp conditions. Keep the compressor dry at all times.
Similarly, clean air will allow the compressor to work efficiently. DO NOT use in dusty
or otherwise dirty locations.
8. Some of the metal parts can become quite hot during operation. DO NOT touch
these until the compressor has cooled down.
9. ALWAYS set the pressure regulator to the recommended setting for the tool.
10. When spraying flammable materials e.g. cellulose paint, ensure that there is
sufficient airflow and keep clear of any source of ignition.
11. Before spraying any material always consult paint manufacturers instructions for
safety and usage.
12. Protect yourself. Goggles will protect your eyes from flying particles. Face masks will
protect you against paint spray and fumes.
13. DO NOT apply strain to electrical cables and make sure that air hoses are not kinked
or wrapped around the compressor.
14. When disconnecting air hoses or other equipment from your compressor, make sure
that the air supply is turned off at the outlet and vent all pressurised air from within
the tank and other equipment attached to it.
15. Make sure that children and animals are kept well away from the compressor and
any equipment attached to it.
16. Make sure that all individuals using the compressor have had the necessary training
and have read and fully understand these operating instructions.
17. Make sure that any equipment or tool used in conjunction with your compressor has
a safe working pressure exceeding that of the compressor.
18. Be careful when transporting the compressor to prevent tipping over
19. Permanently installed systems must be installed by a competent engineer.
20. These compressors produce noise levels in excess of 70dB (A). Persons working near
the compressor must be supplied with ear protection.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Read this instruction booklet carefully before positioning,
operating or adjusting the compressor.
This compressor contains surfaces which may reach a high
temperature during operation. Never operate with the
motor housing removed.
Wear safety goggles when using this compressor
Wear ear protectors when using this compressor
This compressor produces a high sound level during
operation. Ear protection should be worn.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply
through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or
because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following
the wiring instructions shown below. The old plug must be discarded safely, as
insertion into a power socket could cause an electrical hazard.
If the colours of the wires in the power cable do not agree with the markings
on the plug:
•TheBLUEwiremust
be connected to
the terminal which
is marked N or
coloured black.
• The BROWN wire
must be
connected to the
terminal which is
marked L or
coloured red.
• The YELLOW AND
GREEN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked E or
or coloured green.
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply
through a Residual Current Device (RCD)
If you are not sure, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT try to do any
repairs.
WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS
SUPPLY.
WARNING: THE WIRES IN THE POWER CABLE OF THIS PRODUCT ARE
COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE YELLOW AND GREEN = EARTH
Plug must be BS1363/A approved.
Always fit
Ensure that the outer sheath of
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)
Earth
(Green and
a 13 Amp
the cable is firmly held by the clamp
fuse.
Yellow)

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ASSEMBLY
ATTACH THE WHEELS
1. Use a suitable spanner and
screwdriver to attach the wheels
to the compressor.
• Use the washers and spring
washer in the positions shown.
ATTACH THE FEET
1. Insert the feet into the position
shown.
2. Use a suitable spanner and
screwdriver to attach each foot
to the compressor.
• Use the spring washer in the
positions shown.
ATTACH THE AIR FILTER
1. Screw the air filters into position.
• The air filter must be hand tight
only.
•One filter on each side.

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INSTALL THE OIL BREATHER CAP
1. Remove the travel plug.
2. Insert the oil breather cap.
MOVING THE AIR COMPRESSOR
• Stop the compressor and disconnect it from the power supply
before you move it.
• Always use the handle.
• To prevent damage, do not lift by (or put strain on) valves or hoses.
CAUTION: THE COMPRESSOR IS HEAVY AND REQUIRES TWO PEOPLE TO
LIFT SAFELY.

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BEFORE USE
Before you connect your compressor to the power supply, check the
following:-
• Set the ON/OFF switch to
the OFF position (pushed
down).
• Make sure that the
compressor is on level
ground.
• Make sure that the supply
voltage matches the
voltage shown on the data
label.
CHECK THE OIL LEVEL
1. Make sure that the oil level is half
way up the oil sight glass.
2. If not, remove the oil cap and
add oil to the crankcase.
• Only use SAE30 compressor oil,
available from your CLARKE
dealer.
• Only fill to the half way point on
the sight glass, overfilling may
result in damage.

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OPERATION
If the compressor has not been used for more than 24 hours, open the drain
valve (on the bottom of the tank) and drain any condensate which has
collected. See page 12.
ATTACHING AIR TOOLS
1. Attach the air hose to one of the
¼" BSP outlet valves.
2. Attach the air tool to the other
end of the air hose.
3. Turn the outlet valve handle to the
open position.
NOTE: The outlet valve is shown
without the air hose attached
for clarity.
TURNING THE COMPRESSOR ON
1. Connect the compressor to the
power supply.
2. Lift the On/Off button.
• The compressor will operate
until the tank is fully pressurised.
It will then stop.
• The compressor will start up
again when the pressure in the
tank decreases below a pre-set
value.
WARNING: BEFORE CONNECTING AIR TOOLS, MAKE SURE THAT YOU
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE TOOL, ALSO ENSURE THAT
THE TOOL IS SUITABLE FOR USE WITH THE COMPRESSOR AND HOSE
SPECIFICATIONS.

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CHECK THE SAFETY VALVE
To make sure that the safety valve works correctly:
1. Pull on the ring attached.
• Air will be released when you
pull on the ring and stop when
you release the ring.
2. If the valve does not operate, do
not use the compressor. The
compressor must be repaired by
an approved service agent.
SET THE OUTPUT PRESSURE
1. Use the pressure regulator to set
the output pressure of the outlet
valves.
• Turn clockwise to increase the
pressure.
• Turn counterclockwise to
decrease the pressure.
GAUGES
1. The tank pressure gauge shows
the current pressure in the tank.
2. The outlet pressure gauge shows
the ‘user set’ outlet pressure. This
can be adjusted as shown above.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE OR TRY TO ADJUST THE SAFETY VALVE.