Makita MAC5501G Use and Care Manual download pdf (Page 11)

Daily Start-up Checklist

1. Before attaching air hose or accessories,

make sure the pressure switch lever is

set to "OFF" and the air regulator or shut-

off valve is closed.

Initial Start Up Procedure: 2. Attach hose and accessories. Too much

1. Check engine & pump oil. air pressure causes a hazardous risk of

2. Open the air receiver's drain valve.

bursting. Check the manufacturer's

3. Run the compressor for a minimum of maximum pressure rating for air tools

of twenty (20) minutes in the no-load and accessories. The regulator outlet

condition to seat the piston ring. pressure must never exceed the maximum

4. Close air receiver drain valve. Your

pressure rating.

compressor is now ready for use. 3. Turn the pressure switch lever to "ON/

AUTO" and allow tank pressure to build.

Piping

Motor will stop when tank pressure

Plastic or PVC pipe is not designed for use reaches "cut-out" pressure.

with compressed air. Regardless of its 4. Open the regulator by turning it clockwise.

indicated pressure rating, plastic pipe can Adjust the regulator to the correct

burst from air pressure. Use only metal pressure setting. Your compressor is now

pipe for air distribution lines. ready for use.

5. Always operate the air compressor in

If a pipe line is necessary, use pipe that is well-ventilated areas; free of gasoline or

the same size, or larger than, the air tank other solvent vapors. Do not operate the

outlet. Piping that is too small will restrict compressor near the spray area.

the flow of air. If piping is over 100 feet long,

use the next larger size. Bury underground

When you are finished:

lines below the frost line and avoid pockets 6. Set the pressure switch lever to "OFF".

where condensation can gather and freeze. 7. Using the air tool or accessory, bleed the

Apply pressure before underground lines are tank pressure down to zero.

covered to make sure all pipe joints are free 8. Remove the air tool or accessory.

of leaks. 9. Drain water from the air tank by opening

drain cock valve on bottom of tank.

WATER WILL CONDENSE IN THE AIR TANK.

Installation IF NOT DRAINED, WATER WILL CORRODE

Proper care, maintenance and lubrication AND WEAKEN THE AIR TANK CAUSING A

ensures longevity. The compressor should RISK OF AIR TANK RUPTURE.

always be level for proper lubrication. Use Note:

only in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area. The If drain cock valve is plugged, release all air

compressor has heat dissipation fins for pro-

pressure. The valve can then be removed,

per cooling. Keep the fins and other parts cleaned, then reinstalled.

that collect dust clean. Do not place rags or

other materials on top of the compressor, as 10. After the water has been drained, close

this obstructs cooling and can be a fire the drain valve. The air compressor can

hazard.

now be stored.

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