CRAFT 2.5HP AIR COMPRESSOR WITH 6 PIECE KIT PLUS AIR BRUSH KIT
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1. Mii POWER CRAFT Remove plastic bung from air intake 3 Remove oil filler travel bung from top of sump 5 After topping up with oil fit sump breather plug 7 Fit plain washer over x threads _ 9 Fit plain washer spring washer and nut Then tighten with two spanners QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE PRIOR TO USING YOUR COMPRESSOR PLEASE STUDY THESE SUMMARY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Screw air intake filter into where bung removed 4 Top up sump so oil level is level with red spot Do not overfill Refer to manual for correct oil grade 6 Push axle bolt through wheel Ensure the long wheel stem is towards the wheel mounting bracket 8 Push wheel and axle onto wheel bracket 10 Push rubber foot into socket Mi POWER CRAFT 2 5HP AIR COMPRESSOR WITH 6 PIECE KIT PLUS AIR BRUSH KIT To fit the air hose into SAFETY TIP the quick release coupling To remove the hose remember that this is grip the hose firmly and under pressure so stand to the side Hold push the fitting into the the hose firmly with one hand and slide the quick fit coupler on the collar of the coupler in the direction of the air compressor pressure switch to disconnect You will hear a gush of air as the hose disconnects Ver 061110 Mii POWER CRAFT 2 5HP AIR COMPRESSOR WITH 6 PIECE KIT PLUS AIR BRUSH KIT MODEL PC270 24 Power Craft products are manufact2. Under normal use when the compressor is running correctly you would hear the following When the air compressor starts from no pressure within the tank there is a whistle of leaking air from the pressure switch for about 20 50 seconds Whenever the motor stops there would be a quick sudden discharge of air This is the motor start and stop air unloading system being activated Shutting down the Air Compressor Never stop the compressor by unplugging it The pressure switch must always be used as this ensures that air is discharged from the head This makes the starting easier for the motor and prevents motor damage 5 MAINTENANCE CARE AND REPAIR Ensure the items are disconnected from the electrical supply and cannot operate accidentally when servicing or cleaning Oil lubricated pump unit and expected usage This air compressor has been specially designed and manufactured to meet the demands of the DIY hobbyist or enthusiast who require a portable supply of air It is recommended that the compressor duty cycle never exceeds 50 and its continuous running operation does not exceed 15minutes Drain the air receiver tank weekly Compressing air causes moisture which is present in the air to condensate on the inside of the air receiver This water can damage your air tools and produce a poor finish when spraying paint It also damages the inside of your compressor and reduces its performance It is important t
3. contact the help line Stop the compressor and contact the help line Stop the compressor and contact the help line
4. hoses fittings and couplings designed for usage with air compressors Before disconnecting the air hose from the compressor For safety close the tap and discharge residual pressure in the air hose before disconnecting Using the compressor with your air tools Before using the compressor and your air tools CHECK every time that the connections are fully tightened and that there are no broken or worn parts Always adhere to the processes and safety warnings which are stated in the instructions of your air tools Guard against electric shock Use an RCD residual current device to provide protection against electrical shock Consider the work environment Make sure the area is clear of obstacles which could cause you to trip and fall Before moving the compressor The compressor air receiver must be discharged before the machine is transported Keep work area clean _ Cluttered areas invite injuries 3 SETTING UP THE COMPRESSOR Important Only use the compressor for the purpose for which it was designed The compressor is designed for use as stated only do not attempt to adapt it for other purposes The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any damages resulting from improper use for non compliance with the instructions described in this manual The compressor is for use by competent persons only Before Operation Check package contents Check for damage Before using this item check each part is undamaged Check
5. Do not use inflammable liquids like petrol or alcohol they are a fire risk and will damage the finish and plastic parts Faults Have the air compressor repaired by a competent person Use only genuine replacement parts which are available from the Helpline Do not use modified or non genuine parts Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 Maintain tools with care Keep the air compressor clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for changing accessories Inspect the air compressor and extension cables hoses occasionally have them repaired by a qualified person or authorised service body Check for damaged parts Do not use the air compressor with damaged parts Before further use a damaged air compressor must be carefully checked by a qualified person to determine that it will operate properly Check for breakage of parts mountings and other conditions that may affect its operation An authorised service centre should properly repair a damaged part unless indicated otherwise in the instruction manual Have your tool repaired by an expert This appliance is manufactured in accordance with relevant safety standards Only experts must carry out repairing of electrical appliances otherwise considerable danger for the user may result Storing the air compressor When not in use the air compressor should be stored in the dry out of reach of children and in a frost free environment Cleaning changing
6. ERATIONAL SAFETY gt gt gt What You Must Not Do Do not allow routine to lead to mistakes Do not allow routine which occurs when using the machine frequently to lead to mistakes Remember that a slight lack of concentration can result in serious injuries in a split second Do not use air tools on ladders Do not use air tools whilst on ladders Ensure correct platforms are used Do not eat drink or smoke in the work area Do not eat drink or smoke while using this machine or in the work area Do not touch the compressor cylinder head During operation the cooling fins of the cylinder head and the delivery pipe will become very hot Even after use these will remain hot for some time Avoid coming into contact with these Do not leave inflammable objects near the compressor Do not let children or pets in the work area Do not let children or pets come into contact with the compressor high pressure hose air tools mains cable or work area Do not use the product for excessive time periods It will work better and safer at the rate for which it was intended See section 5 Maintenance Care and Repair Please note that these compressors are designed for the DIY hobbyist and enthusiast for applications where a convenient portable source of air is required Do not abuse the hose cable Never pull the compressor by the air hose or electrical cable Keep hose cable away from heat and sharp edges Do not touch the meta
7. all pipes are firmly connected Check plastic covers for damage Inspect the air receiver tank to ensure that it has not been damaged Save Packaging Save major packaging for return of product in the event of service or repair Electrical Supply Before using the air compressor please check that you have a suitable electrical supply to support the requirements of the motor unit Please ensure your mains power supply corresponds to the power rating on the data label on the machine Electrical Cables Ensure that all cables are damage free before connecting to the power supply Using extension cables Use an extension cable which is no more than 10metres long and has a conductor cross section of at least 2 5mm i e a heavy duty cable Using an excessively long or thin wired extension cable will cause Severe damage to the motor Always fully unwind extension cables If using extension cables outdoors always use a cable which is marked for outdoor use Always maintain a clear area around the compressor It is very important that the compressor is positioned so that there is an adequate airflow around the machine The compressor should be situated so that it has 50cm of obstacle free space around its air receiver tank and pump motor unit Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 Ensure that the compressor draws clean air For the correct function and longevity of your air compressor it is important that the air which is dra
8. auge 24 Outlet valve 25 Switch bracket 26 Release pipe 27 Safety valve 28 Nut 8 We declare under our sole responsibility that the air compressor as stated on the rating plate 87 404 EEC As amended and supplemented by 90 488 EEC 93 68 EEC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY GB 2 EN ps a Designation Washer foot Bolt M8x25 Washer 8 Drain cock Wheel Air tank Discharge pipe Motor Bearing 6202 RS Motor bracket Bolt M5x105 Fan Circlip Bearing 6204 RS Sealing ring Capacitance Nut M8 Gudgeon pin Fan filter Handle is in conformity with the following safety requirement of directives 98 37 EC 73 23 EEC As amended and supplemented by 93 68 EEC 89 336 EEC As amended and supplemented by 92 31 EEC 93 68 EEC 93 97 EEC It complies with the European standards EN1012 1 96 EN60204 1 97 M D Irwin Omega Wolf Ltd Kirkby In Ashfield NG17 7LF 03 07 Product Code 5259 Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 EN50081 1 92 EN60335 1 94 10 arr HBB Braman Parana ahPH OH a Dress Properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery it can get caught in moving parts Non skid safety footwear is recommended when working outdoors Stay Alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate the compressor or any air tool when tired or after taking alcohol or prescription non prescription drugs WARNING As with all tools keep away from children and pets 2 OP
9. cylinder worn or damaged RECYCLE X E a fashion e g by taking to a recycling depot ELECTRICAL INFORMATION REMEDY Open the air tap and release the pressure Open the drain valve underneath the compressor and release the water within the tank Stop the compressor immediately and contact the help line Keep the level within set range Check and clean Repair or replace Never place any electric tools in your household refuse To comply with European Directive 2002 96 EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws old electric tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environmentally friendly It is supplied with a pre wired mains plug if the plug needs replacing follow these instructions Wire correctly The wires in the mains lead are coloured in the following way BLUE Neutral N BROWN Live L jije GREEN YELLOW Earth E Secure wires carefully and firmly to the correct terminals Secure the mains cable in the plug cord grip firmly Fit a 13amp fuse If a 13amp BS1363 plug is used a BS 1362 ASTA approved 13 amp fuse must be fitted If in doubt always consult a qualified electrician Recycle dispose of old plug and cable Prevent inadvertent connection to socket and risk of electric shock Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 8 FUSE 13 amp Live The safety blow off valve The compressor is equipped with a
10. hat the air receiver is drained weekly This is done by first opening the air tap to discharge the pressure and then unscrewing the brass thumbscrew fig 1 part 5 anticlockwise on the underside of the air receiver Any water present in the air receiver should now flow out Check the oil level regularly The level of the oil has to be visible in the sight glass between the red check point mark and the upper edge of the sight glass The first oil change should be carried out after 100 operating hours Thereafter drain the oil and replace it with new oil at intervals of 500 operating hours Changing the oil Switch off the motor and remove the power plug from the socket outlet Release any remaining air pressure and then unscrew the oil drain plug from the compressor pump and remove To prevent the oil from escaping out of control hold a small piece of metal guttering underneath the drain plug and direct the oil into an appropriate container If any oil still remains tilt the compressor slightly IMPORTANT take the old oil to an official old oil disposal station When all the old oil has been removed screw the oil drain plug sight glass into place Use a screwdriver to remove the cap of the oil filter plug and pour oil in until the level of oil in the sight glass reaches the red mark Replace the cap back on the oil filler plug Cleaning Clean the items with a soft brush or a wipe moistened with a suitable biodegradable solvent
11. inal warranty period Defects which have arisen as a result of improper use or wear are not covered by the warranty Damage caused by a blocked air filter is not covered by this warranty The warranty stipulations apply in conjunction with our terms of sale and delivery The warranty does not cover any collection or redelivery costs to and from the service centre Contact must be made with the help line before a claim can be processed Products which are poorly packaged will not be accepted Warranty claims can only be processed if the following conditions are met Proof of the purchase date can be provided in the form of a sales receipt No repairs or replacements have been carried out by third parties The tool has not been subject to improper use A description of the complaint is enclosed and any payment relating to the carriage costs of which details can be obtained from the help line This does not affect your statutory rights Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 11 8 PARTS LIST Bolt M8x110 Designation Cylinder head Cylinder head gasket Valve gasket Cylinder Cylinder gasket Piston ring Piston 10 Cilrclip No J 2 g 4 Valve plate 5 6 7 8 9 11 Connecting rod 12 Crankcase 13 Crank 14 Bolt M8x22 right 15 Rubber gasket 16 Breath pipe 17 Crank case cover 18 Screw M5x14 19 Oil leveller washer 20 Oil leveller 21 Unilateralist valve 22 Pressure switch 23 Pressure g
12. ing Motor windings burnt out Capacitor burnt out Low voltage supply to the motor Compressor head gasket broken or valve faulty Compressor head gasket broken or valve faulty The pressure switch needs adjusting REMEDY Let the compressor build pressure in the tank to the maximum pressure if possible Brush soapy water on air connections and look carefully for air bubbles Tighten leaking connections If the problem persists contact the help line for further advice Let the air in the tank flow out until all the pressure is released Then remove the non return valve plug and clean the valve seat If necessary replace the seal and then re mount all the components Check that the mains voltage corresponds to specifications An extension cable which is too thin and too long can cause a voltage drop and cause the motor to overheat Leave to cool down Use heavy duty extension cables Ensure that the compressor is plugged into a socket as near to the consumer unit fuse box as possible Contact the help line Replacement starter capacitor needed contact the help line Check that the mains voltage corresponds to specifications An extension cable which is too thin and tool long can cause a voltage drop and cause the motor to overheat Leave to cool down Use heavy duty extension cables Ensure that the compressor is plugged into a socket as near to the consumer unit fuse box as possible Stop the compressor and
13. l plug pins when connecting or removing the electrical plug Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 Do not run the compressor in damp conditions The compressor should never be used in an area where it could be exposed to water or excessively damp conditions Do not direct any air jet towards people or animals High pressure air jets can be dangerous and air jets must not be directed towards people or animals Do not make any alterations to the air receiver tank The air receiver tank is made to conform to the relevant European safety standards and the air receiver must never be altered by welding or any other means What You Must Do Disconnect the compressor from power supply when maintaining Before carrying out any maintenance on the compressor Always switch off and unplug the compressor from the power supply Ensure that all the compressed air has been released from the air receiver Maintenance of electrical components You must ensure that a suitably qualified person carries out repairs and maintenance of electrical components Avoid unintentional starting of the compressor When the machine is not in use please depress the pressure switch to ensure that it doesn t start up unexpectedly Using extension cables See Section 3 Setting up the Compressor WARNING Use recommended high pressure hoses and couplings High pressure hoses fittings and couplings are important for the safety of the appliance Use only
14. ompressor Read the operator instructions Warning shock hazard Warning high temperature parts Warning the compressor is automatic and can start unexpectedly Read This Manual In order to ensure working safety read this manual and thoroughly understand how to turn the compressor on and off and to control the airflow Use Personal Protection Safety Equipment The compressor ejects high pressure air Always wear protective eye goggles and avoid contact with air outlets Protect eyes with safety glasses or goggles use safety glasses or goggles which conform to BSEN136 or CE equivalent that provide protection from the front and side Approved safety footwear and headgear should worn as appropriate for example on building works when heavy weights or overhead working are involved Do not operate this machine or its AN accessories near other people unless they are wearing appropriate safety equipment also gt gt PBO WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS AAOUOMN Power Craft products are covered by a 36 month warranty from the date of purchase This warranty applies to all material defects which may arise In the event of a problem or defect you should in the first instance contact the help line In most cases solutions will be provided which will solve the problem or correct the defect This warranty excludes components which are subject to normal wear and tear Repairs or replacement parts will not extend the orig
15. safety valve see fig 2 If the pump were to continue operating passed the maximum pressure due to a defective pressure switch the safety valve would open and eject air from the air receiver If the safety valve discharges air please turn off the compressor and contact the help line The safety valve is either located to the side of the pressure switch as in Fig 2 or directly screwed into the air receiver Fig 2 Pressure Switch with Safety Valve 4 USING THE COMPRESSOR Starting the Air Compressor Important Before plugging into the mains ensure that the button on the top of the pressure switch is in the off position Once the air compressor is connected to the mains supply it is now ready for use as follows a Pull up the button on the pressure switch 10 fig 1 This will click up into position See figures 3 and 4 below for more detail The motor pump unit will now start to run Fig 3 Pressure switch On Off Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 at Fig 4 Pressure switch on off positioning b Check that the motor pump unit automatically stops when the pressure inside the air receiver reaches approximately 115PSI 8bar read gauge part No 6 Rotate the air regulator to the desired outlet pressure and plug in hose with chosen air tool connected to the other end The air is now ready for use c Check that the motor pump unit automatically starts when the pressure falls by approximately 2bar
16. the air filter Monthly Please note This compressor should not be used in a heavily dusty atmosphere The warranty does not cover damage caused by a blocked air filter The air filter must be cleaned or replaced monthly or more frequently if the compressor is in regular use The air filter can be accessed easily by unscrewing the air filter cover Phillips screw on top of the pump motor cowling To clean a lightly soiled air filter use soapy water and leave to dry thoroughly If in doubt please consult the help line for details on the servicing of this air compressor Do not operate the compressor without the air filter installed Operating the compressor without the air filter will cause severe damage to the pump unit 6 TROUBLE SHOOTING FAULT Pressure drop in the tank The pressure switch valve leaks when the compressor is idle The compressor stopped and does not start The compressor stopped and does not start and makes a humming noise The motor does not start The motor does not start or starts slowly The compressor is noisy with metallic clangs The compressor does not reach the maximum pressure The compressor doesn t seem to provide as much air as it did when new and the compressor cuts off within a much shorter time period Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 PROBABLE CAUSE Air leaks at connections Non return valve seal defective Overload cut out operated because of motor overheat
17. ured to high quality standards and they are safe and fit for purpose at time of sale but all tools can be dangerous if the correct precautions are not taken Compressors are quick and efficient and provide a pressurised air Source which is useful for driving air tools and spraying applications They are safe if used with care always follow these instructions do not carry out the operation until you are sure you can do so in safety Ensure that you adhere to the instructions for your air tools Remember to consider the work environment for safe operation of the compressor and any attached tools WARNING When using compressors basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product Keep these instructions with the compressor Save these instructions for future reference NOTE THIS IS AN OIL LUBRICATED COMPRESSOR BEFORE RUNNING PLEASE FILL SUMP TO THE CORRECT LEVEL WITH SAE 30 OIL Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Item PC270 24 Maximum working pressure 8 bar 115psi Pump air displacement 9 5CFM Air receiver tank capacity 24 Litres Motor capacity 1 87KW Motor rotation speed 2850rpm Power supply voltage 230V 50Hz Motor HP 2 0HP LWA Max 97dBA Dimensions 585 X 285 x 680mm 34kg 1 PERSONAL SAFETY gt 3 D S Symbols used on the air c
18. wn into the compressor is clean The compressor should not be used in an area where the air is contaminated with dust or over spray from spraying applications Component parts Refer to Fig 1 1 Motor and Pump Unit 2 Air Filter Cover 3 Fan inside cover 4 Air Receiver tank 5 Drain Valve 6 Air Receiver tank Pressure Gauge 7 Air Outlet Pressure Gauge 8 Air Outlets 9 Air Outlet Pressure Regulator 10 Pressure Switch on off 10 MHE POWER Fig 1 The Compressor Securing the wheels to the frame The wheels are secured to the lower frame on the underside of the air receiver To fix the wheels to the frame put the fixing bolt through each wheel and then through the hole in the frame Secure by means of the washer and nut The positioning of the wheel can be seen in Fig 1 7 PARTS DIAGRAM Helpline UK 08707 323023 ROI 1800 481 005 2950 31 32 a0 6 TROUBLE SHOOTING CONT FAULT PROBABLE CAUSE The compressor doesn t seem The tank is full of water due to provide as much air as it did to condensation when new and the compressor cuts off within a much shorter time period The motor pump unit does not Pressure switch defective stop when the tank pressure or needs adjusting reaches its maximum working pressure 115PSI and the safety valve vents air Excessive oil consumption Oil level too high Excessive oil consumption Breath pipe choked up Excessive oil consumption Piston ring and
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