Makita MAC5501G Use and Care Manual download pdf (Page 13)

2) Check compressor and engine oil level,

CHECKING BELT TENSION fill or add if necessary.

Adjust belt(s) so when pressure is applied 3) Make sure gas tank is filled.

at the center, there is approximately 1/2" 4) Read entire engine manual.

slack (see diagram "Figure A" below). If 5) Starting the engine:

the belt is installed too tight, the engine a) Move fuel lever to the "ON"

might be overloaded. This will cause the

position.

engine to overheat. If the belt is installed - If engine is cold, move choke

too loosely, it will slip and excessive wear lever to the "CLOSED" position.

and vibration will occur. - If engine is warm, leave choke

lever in "OPEN" position.

b) Turn engine switch to "ON"

position.

c) Pull starter grip lightly until you

feel resistance, then pull briskly,

returning starter grip gently -

engine should start. If not, repeat.

d) Once the engine starts running,

HOW TO INSTALL A NEW BELT IF REQUIRED:

slowly move the choke lever to the

1) Turn off engine. Wait until engine is

"OPEN" position.

completely stopped. e) With the engine running properly,

2) Remove belt guard.

the compressor fills the air

3) Loosen engine bolts and slide engine

receiver with compressed air, when

toward compressor head just enough to maximum pressure (set by the pilot

allow the old belt to be removed. valve control) is reached, the engine

4) Install proper replacement belt. and compressor will slow down to

5) Slide engine away from compressor

idle speed, and will return to full

head to provide recommended tension

RPM when the cut-in pressure is

as shown in diagram above (Figure A). reached. The unit will continue to

6) Align belt using a straight edge ruler

cycle automatically until turned off.

against pulley's edge. 6) Stopping the engine:

7) Fasten engine bolts. a) Turn the engine switch to the "OFF"

8) Ensure engine and compressor pulley's

position.

are secure. Re-check alignment.

b) Turn the fuel lever to the "OFF"

9) Re-install belt guard. position.

10) Belt tension should be checked after 20

hours of operation. Check tension ENGINE IDLE SPEED MAY NEED TO BE

monthly thereafter. ADJUSTED, EVEN ON YOUR BRAND NEW

UNIT TO COMPENSATE FOR DIFFERENCES IN

ENGINE - GAS DRIVEN ALTITUDE. PLEASE CONSULT THE ENGINE

1) Check the entire unit for any damage. OPERATING MANUAL.

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