Clarke AIRMASTER 18/150 Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
GC0721
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
150L BELT DRIVEN AIR COMPRESSOR
MODEL NO: AIRMASTER 18/150
PART NO: 2245310

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this 150L Belt Driven Air Compressor.
Read this manual fully before use and follow the instructions carefully. In doing
so you will ensure the safety of yourself and those 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 precautions.
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 CLARKE dealer.
4. Before carrying out any maintenance, make sure that the pressure is released from
the air reservoir 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/
remove 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 reservoir 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. This compressor produces 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.
Risk of electric shock. The compressor must be
disconnected from the mains supply before removing any
covers. DO NOT use in a damp environment.
Risk of accidental start-up. The compressor could start
automatically in the event of a power cut and subsequent
reset. DO NOT carry the compressor while it is connected to
the power source, or when the tank is filled with
compressed air.
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.
• The BLUE wire must 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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BEFORE USE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT INJURY, GET ASSISTANCE WHEN LIFTING OR
MOVING THIS COMPRESSOR.
Before connecting 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. Check the oil level by viewing
through the sightglass.
• The oil level should be halfway
up the sightglass.
2. If the level is low, top up after
unscrewing the filler plug.
• Only use ISO100 (SAE30)
compressor oil, available from
your Machine Mart dealer Part
No. 3050796.
• Take care not to overfill.

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OPERATION
If the compressor has not been used for more then 24 hours, open the drain
valve on the bottom of the reservoir and drain any condensate which has
collected. See page 10.
MOVING THE AIR COMPRESSOR
• Stop the compressor and disconnect it from the power supply
before you move it.
• Do not lift by (or put strain on) valves or hoses.
ATTACHING AIR TOOLS
1. Fit the supplied tap to the
compressor and attach the air
hose to the tap.
2. Attach the air tool to the other
end of the air hose.
3. Turn the tap handle to the open
position.
NOTE: The tap is shown without the
air hose fitted for clarity.
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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TURNING THE COMPRESSOR ON
1. Plug the compressor into the power supply.
2. Lift the On/Off button.
• The compressor will operate
until the reservoir is fully
pressurised. It will then shut
down.
• The compressor will start up
again when the pressure in the
reservoir decreases.
CHECK THE SAFETY VALVE
To make sure that the safety valve works correctly.
1. Unscrew and pull the knurled part
of the safety valve.
• Air will be released when you
twist and stop when released.
2. If the valve does not operate in
this way, do not use the
compressor. The compressor must
be repaired by a qualified service
agent.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE OR TRY TO ADJUST THE SAFETY VALVE.

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REMOVING TOOLS FROM THE AIR HOSE
1. Push down on the On/Off button
to stop the compressor.
2. Turn the tap handle to the closed
position.
3. Operate the tool to depressurise
the air hose.
4. Disconnect the tool from the hose.
TURNING THE COMPRESSOR OFF
1. Follow steps 1-3 in “Removing Tools
from the Air Hose” above.
2. Disconnect the compressor from
the power supply.
3. Slowly open the tap to
depressurise the reservoir.
• You will hear a hissing sound as
the reservoir depressurises.
4. Do not leave the compressor
unattended if the reservoir is pressurised.
WARNING: ALWAYS SET THE PRESSURE REGULATOR TO ZERO BEFORE YOU
REMOVE OR REPLACE A TOOL.

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DRAINING THE RESERVOIR
1. Turn the compressor off and disconnect from the power supply.
2. Put a container below the drain valve to collect the condensate.
• The drain valve is located on the bottom of the reservoir
3. Open the drain valve slowly.
• Condensation will drain from the reservoir.
4. Close the drain valve when the reservoir has fully drained.
USING THE RESET BUTTON
This compressor has a thermal
overload device.
If the motor gets too hot, the thermal
overload device cuts the power
which prevents damage to the motor.
If the thermal overload device
operates, let the motor cool down for
5 minutes and push the reset button.
If you start the compressor and the
overload cutout operates again, stop
the compressor and disconnect from the power supply and have your
compressor examined by a qualified service agent.
CAUTION: YOU MUST DRAIN THE RESERVOIR AFTER EACH DAYS USE AND
BEFORE YOU PUT YOUR COMPRESSOR INTO STORAGE.