Sp Air Construction Series User manual

Operation and Maintenance Manual
Direct Drive Compressors
IMPORTANT ─ Please make certain that persons who are to use this equipment
thoroughly read and understand this Instruction Manual prior to operation.
PV2105 OM-Comp DD

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ONTENTS
Chapter 1 Technical specifications
1.1 Parts and features ………………..………………………………….……2
1.2 General information ………………………………………………………3
Chapter 2 Operating the Air Compressor
2.1 Important safety instructions ……………..……….…………...…………6
2.2 Preparation before starting ….………………………………………….…7
Chapter 3 Maintenance of the air Compressor
3.1 Regular maintenance …………………………………...…………...….…8
Chapter 4 Trouble-shooting for air compressor
4.1 Trouble-shooting ……………………………………………….…..…..…9
Appendixes
Limited warranty policy………………………….………………….……………10

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Chapter 1 Parts & Features
DESCRIPTION
(1) Oil level sight glass (6) Regulator Pressure adjustment
(2) Oil filler cap / breather (7) Pressure gauge
(3) Air filter (8) Tank drain Valve
(4) Safety Valve (9) Wheel
(5) Pressure Switch On / Off
IMPORTANT ─Improper operation or maintenance of this air
compressor could result in serious injury and/or property
damage thoroughly read and understand this Instruction
Manual prior to operating the air compressor.
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Sight glass
The compressor oil level can be viewed through the sight
glass; the compressor must be on a level surface.
On level ground - The top of the red dot indicates the full
mark;
the bottom of the red dot indicates the low mark.
Always ensure that the oil level is correct before operating
the compressor.
If the oil is low add Scorpion ompressor oil
or (equivalent to Aircol PD68).
ressure switch
The pressure switch automatically controls the power to
the motor. It also allows for manual operation via the
Push/Pull - On/Off switch on top of the pressure switch.
The pressure switch is factory set to turn the compressor
on when the tank pressure drops below 85 psi and turn
itself off again when the tank is full.
You will notice that every time the unit reaches maximum
pressure and turns itself off or if the unit is manually
turned off; there is a short release of high pressure air.
This is the pressure relief valve venting the air contained
within the pipe which connects the compressor pump to
the tank. Failure to vent the pressurized air between the
pump and the tank will cause excessive current draw on
startup which may lead to motor failure. For this reason
always use the red button on the pressure to turn the
compressor On and Off.

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Maximum Tilt
The maximum safe operating angle in any direction is 15°
degrees.
Do not operate the compressor on inclines in excess of
15° degrees. Serious damage to pump components may
result from insufficient lubrication.
Never use the air compressor on a rooftop or elevated
position that could allow the unit to fall or be tipped over.
Use additional air hose for elevated jobs.
ower supply
It is essential that the air compressor has an adequate
power supply.
The air compressor should be operated on a dedicated 10
amp 240 volt circuit or larger.
Always utilize more air hose before choosing to use an
extension lead, as low voltage could cause damage to the
motor. (Low voltage damage is not a warrantable failure)
Air filter maintenance
Unclip the outer cover and remove the foam element
Wash the air filter element, allow to dry then replace.
Do not operate the compressor without an air filter.

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Your compressor is intended for the following applications:
Leisure, sports, inflating toys, balloons, balls,
Household, dusting, cleaning, pruning, drying, car tyre’s
Domestic or light commercial air tools such as nail guns, staplers, touch up spray guns,
spot use of impact tools.
•Should you intend to use an air tool for a long durations ensure that the out put of the
compressor (the FAD or Free Air Delivery) exceeded the air consumption of the tool being
used.
•Remember that your compressor has been designed with a 50% duty cycle in mind. continuous
operation may cause it to overheat and result in serious mechanical damage to pump
components. You should consider a larger or screw type compressor for long term or
continuous duty applications.
•Use extension cords sparingly - and only use ones with an adequate current rating. Using an
ordinary (light duty) extension lead on a compressor can cause voltage drop,
overheating the motor and leading to appliance damage or even fire.
•As your ompressor has an air cooled electric motor as well as an air cooled pump which
draws in atmospheric air it is important not to run the compressor on loose surfaces such as
dirt, dust or sand, otherwise abrasive particles will be sucked into the air stream and cause the
premature wear of components and posiable abrision to insulation.
•This air compressor is not water proof do not attempt to use or store it in the rain, snow or any
other environment with humid conditions. It has been designed for use and storage indoors.
•Used and maintained correctly, your ompressor will provide many years of reliable service.
•Your ompressor has been manufactured to a high standard in order to ensure a long service
life. Ultimately the realization of the intended service life requires the operator to adhere to
operating instructions and servicing requirements as described in this manual.
•Always wear approved safety glasses with side shields when the air compressor is in use.
Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward any part of the body or at other people or animals.
•Do not operate the air compressor if any guards or covers are missing, damaged or not
installed correctly. Ensure all maintenance is carried out by qualified personal.

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Chapter 2 Operating the Air Compressor
2.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OFTHIS PRODUCT COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURYAND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
READ AND UNDERSTANDALLWARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT

Water
directed at electrical
connections or switches, or
objects connected to an electrical
circuit, could result in a fatal
electrical shock.
Moisture or a liquid of any kind
may conduct electricity and could
result in a fatal electrical shock.
The air compressor is not
waterproof.
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Never
attempt
to clean
the
air
compressor while it is running.
Direct any water or spray away
from electric outlets and
switches.
Keep your air compressor out of
the elements and well sheltered
from rain, snow, dew, water or
mist of any kind.
Do not use the compressor with
the supply cord damaged or with
poor quality
connections.
0.5m
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Operating the
air compressor
in
an explosive environment could
result in a fire.
Materials placed against or near
the air compressor can interfere
with its proper ventilation causing
overheating and possible ignition
of the materials.
Improperly stored paint thinners
could lead to accidental ignition.
thinners improperly secured
could get into the hands of
children or other unqualified
persons.
Good air flow is important as
both the motor and compressor
unit are air cooled. Restrictions to
or insufficient air flow will cause
overheating.

Never spray paint in
a confined
area with the air compressor.
Operate the air compressor in
well ventilated areas free from
obstructions. Equip areas with
fire extinguishers suitable for
electrical fires. Do not leave
nylon material shirts or jumpers
on the compressor.
Store paint thinners and other
flammable liquids in approved
containers, in a secure location
away from the work area.
Minimum clearance 0.5m
Maximum ambient operating
temperature 45°C
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This air compressor doe
s
not
provide breathable air, the air may
be contaminated with mineral
based oils and other contaminants
which poses the risk of serious
lung infection and or injury.
Spraying any material without the
use of a face mask will result in
the ingestion of foreign
substances
.
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Never try to provide breathing air
or refill auxiliary breathing
apparatus using this compressor.
Never spray substances in a
closed location occupied by
humans or animals always use a
face mask when spraying
substances.

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Contact with hot surfaces, such as
the cylinder head, cooling fins or
discharge pipe, could result in
serious burns.
These parts will remain hot for
some time after the compressor is
shut down.
During operation, touch only the
control surfaces of the air
compressor. Keep children and
animals far away from the air
compressor at all times. They
may not be able to recognize the
hazards of this product.
Allow the air compressor to cool
before storage.
2.2 Preparation before Starting
Unpacking
Wear protective gloves and cut the outer strapping with
side cutters. Remove the staples with long nose pliers
and open the top flaps. With assistance, carefully team lift
the compressor and place it on the work surface.
Fit the wheels, the air filter and add oil to the pump as
necessary.
We recommend that you store the packaging for the
duration of the warranty period. If necessary, it will be
easier to return the compressor to the service centre.
Run in procedure
Before starting - heck oil level first – on first time run up, leave the air compressor run for 10 minutes without load,
leave the air cock completely open. After 10 minutes close the drain cock and shut the main air cock. As tank
pressure increases the compressor will stop automatically once maximum pressure is reached.
*Note: All compressors are delivered only after a successful testing period at the factory.
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT

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Chapter 3 Maintenance of the air compressor
WHEN DOING MAINTENANCE, YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO ELECTRICITY,
HOT SURFACES, HIGH PRESSURE AIR, MOVING PARTS, OR FIRE WHICH MAY
RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE
OR REPAIR, DISCONNECT ANY POWER SOURCE; LET THE COMPRESSOR
AND MOTOR COOLDOWN COMPLETELY. DRAIN ALL AIR PRESSURE FROM
THE TANK. CONTACT A SPECIALIZED SERVICE TECHNICIAN FOR ALL
ELECRTICAL REPAIRS.
3.1 Regular maintenance schedule
In order to keep your air compressor in good condition, regular inspection and maintenance is very
important.
Service period
regular
Item
Every
Week After 10 Hrs Every month
Every 6 months
Every year
Check the oil level 
Drain tank condensation 
Clean air intake filter (Service more frequently when used in
dusty conditions)
Replace
filter element
Change pump oil 1st time 2nd and
thereafter 
General cleaning of the
compressor, check for leaks 
“  ” The chart above indicates which checks to make and when to make them.
Replace pump oil with Scorpion compressor oil, do not mix oil types.

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Fault
Cause
Remedy
Tank pressure continually drops.
Air leak, check all connections.
Locate and rectify leak.
Tank pressure won’t build up.
Drain valve is open.
lose tank drain valve.
The compressor won’t switch off.
The safety valve blows off.
Pressure switch fails to stop motor
Faulty pressure switch.
ontact a specialized service
technician.
Tank pressure won’t build up and the
pump is getting hotter than normal,
inlet suction is poor.
The compressor head gasket or
valve plate is faulty.
ontact a specialized service
technician.
There is a leak from the base of the
pressure switch when the
compressor is running.
Failure of the pressure relief valve.
(in base of pressure switch)
ontact a specialized service
technician.
There is a leak from the base of the
pressure switch when the
compressor is stopped.
The Non Return Valve (from the
tank) is leaking.
Disassemble and clean if necessary
replace valve insert.
The compressor is noisy with
metallic clangs.
Bearing or loose part problem.
Stop the compressor and contact a
specialized service technician.
The compressor sounds like it is
trying to start (motor makes a
humming noise).
Air pressure trapped on pist
on is
resisting the starting effort.
Turn unit off and on again using the
pressure switch. This will vent air
from the delivery tube.
The compressor sounds like it is
trying to start (motor makes a
humming noise).
The capacitor is faulty.
S
top the compressor and contact a
specialized service technician.
Air leaks from the safety valve at
pressures less than 8 bar.
The safety valve is faulty.
Replace the Safety valve.
To obtain local service agent locations: http://www.austechindustries.com.au/html/service.html
or email: [e-mail]

Austech Industries Pty Ltd A.B.N. 19 010 548 464
23 Iris Place,Acacia Ridge, 4110
PO Box 715
Archerfield Qld 4108
Brisbane Australia
T: [phone]
F: [phone]
Effective 1
st
Day of December 2013
Limited Warranty Policy
This Limited Warranty applies only to new products* distributed by Austech Industries Pty Ltd (“Austech Industries”). It is a
condition of this Limited Warranty Policy that the purchaser read the owner’s manual for the product and only use the product to
the extent or for the purposes stated therein. The purchaser must also ensure that all servicing requirements are completed as
listed in the owner’s manual (said servicing is at the owner’s expense). We recommend that all servicing is completed by an
authorised service agent and that records of said servicing are retained by the purchaser as proof in the event of a warranty claim.
Whilst the owner’s manual, packaging, and/or other documentation supplied with Austech Industries’ products may provide details
in respect of a Limited Warranty, the terms set out herein supersede these matters, and this Limited Warranty applies in their
place. This warranty is no less advantageous than otherwise described in such other documentation.
Austech Industries agrees, subject to the terms and conditions specified below, to repair or replace at Austech Industries’ cost, the
product purchased by you when the product does not perform in accordance with its specifications during the limited warranty
period, due to any fault in manufacturing, materials and/or workmanship. Austech Industries is not liable to repair or replace
products that the purchaser uses in a manner that is inconsistent with the owner’s manual or in the circumstances set out in
paragraphs 1.1 – 1.7 below.
The benefits to the purchaser under this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under the Competition and
Consumer Act 2010 (Cth).
The limited warranty period, within which a defect in the product must appear, commences from the date of purchase and ceases
on expiration of the specified term below.
The Limited Warranty Period
•
Engine Powered Equipment - 12 months
•9 & 10 Bar Belt Drive Compressor Pumps - 36 months
•Refrigerated Air Dryers - 12 months
•8 bar Compressors - 12 months
•Generators & Compressors - 12 months
•Tool Boxes – 12 Months
•SP Cordless – Tool 24 months
•
SP Air Tools -12 months
•SP Nail Guns - 36 months
•Scorpion Air Tools - 12 months
•SRT Air Tools - 12 months (DIY)
•Torini Engines - 36 months
•Hand Tools – Lifetime
•SP Cordless – Battery 12 months
The purchaser’s attention is drawn to the following
To the extent permitted by law and subject to this Limited Warranty, and as part of the terms of the sale of the equipment or
part thereof: Austech Industries shall not be liable for any form of loss, damage, cost, injury or harm of any kind (whether
direct, indirect, special or consequential) howsoever arising from the use or supply of the equipment to the purchaser.
Exclusions to Limited Warranty Policy
This Limited Warranty will not apply where the equipment or any part thereof:
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
Fails due to an accident (including liquid spillage), abuse, misuse, neglect or normal wear and tear;
Has been used in a manner other than for which it was originally designed;
Has been tampered with or is otherwise than as supplied by Austech Industries;
Where any damage, malfunction or other failure of the equipment or any part thereof resulted directly or
indirectly from unauthorized persons, adjusting or failing to adjust any part requiring normal maintenance and
service (examples include adjustment of tappets, air filter maintenance, lubrication and tightening of screws nuts
and bolts);
Malfunctions due to the use of defective or incompatible accessories;
Is damaged by lightning or thunderstorm activity; or
Has been transported to a country where no authorised Service Agents exist.
Claiming warranty
This Limited Warranty may be claimed on in the following manner:
2.1
2.2
2.3
In order to make a claim under this Limited Warranty, the purchaser must deliver the equipment or any part
thereof to an Austech Industries authorised repair agent and pay all costs of transportation and all costs
incidental to making a claim under this Limited Warranty. The purchaser must first contact Austech Industries
(contact details described above) and request the delivery address of an Austech Industries authorised repair
agent.
The purchaser must deliver to the repair agent written reasons why the purchaser considers that the purchaser
has a claim under this Limited Warranty and must provide all necessary details, including:
•The place, date and from whom the unit or part was purchased.
•The unit or part involved, Model and Serial Number.
•The defect, malfunction or failure in respect of which the claim is being made.
•Proof of service of the unit or part (if applicable)
•Proof of purchase in respect of the unit or part.
If the Limited Warranty claim is valid, the repair agent will carry out repairs and return the product at no charge to
the purchaser. These repairs are limited to the Limited Warranty fault identified and as such will not include any
other faults due to misuse, abuse, failure to maintain, fair wear and tear or the replacement of serviceable items
such as oil, spark plugs, air filters, fuel etc.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure
does not amount to a major failure.
* SP, Scorpion, Torini, & SRT are all brand names of products distributed by Austech Industries
Note
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Units which are failing to perform in accordance with specifications due to non-warrantable causes will be subject to freight, repair and or quote charges.