Clarke PIONEER 220 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GC0511 AIR COMPRESSOR Model No: PIONEER 220 Part Nos: 2320220(230V) & 2320221(110V) ...

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2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Compressor. Before attempting to operate the machine, it is essential that you read this manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. In doing so you will ensure the safety of your...

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3 CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................................................ 2 Guarantee .............................................................................................. 2 Parts & Service .......

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4 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WORK AREA 1. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Floors should always be kept clear. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. 2. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause l...

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5 3. NEVER use this compressor if any part is damaged. Have it inspected and repaired by your Clarke dealer. 4. NEVER attempt to modify the air compressor, tank, fittings or attachments in any way. Doing so will invalidate the guarantee and could res...

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6 AIR COMPRESSOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. ONLY USE WITHIN THE RECOMMENDED OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE: This compressor should only be used in an ambient temperature of between +5 O C and +40 O C (never at or below freezing temperatures). 2. NEVER USE A...

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7 SERVICING & STORAGE 1. TURN OFF THE COMPRESSOR WHEN NOT IN USE: When not in use, turn off the compressor by depressing the On/Off switch, remove the plug from the mains supply. Slowly undo the drain valve to release the pressure from the reserv...

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8 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly before connecting the product to the mains supply. Before switching the machine on, ensure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indica...

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9 6 7 9 3 THIS COMPRESSOR SHOULD ALWAYS BE STARTED OR STOPPED BY MEANS OF THE START/STOP BUTTON LOCATED ON THE CONTROL BOX. THIS REDUCES THE RISK OF ACCIDENTAL START-UP. THIS COMPRESSOR SHOULD NEVER BE STOPPED SUDDENLY BY UNPLUGGING FROM THE MAIN...

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10 OVERVIEW ...

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11 PREPARATION FOR USE WARNING: Before using the compressor, make sure that you have read and understood the safety instructions. UNPACKING Take care when lifting the compressor from the packaging and obtain assistance if necessary to avoid personal ...

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12 • The ON/OFF switch is in the OFF (depressed) position. • The pressure regulator should be set at its lowest setting, i.e. turned fully anticlockwise. (- & + arrows are shown on the knob) • If the compressor has not been used recently, o...

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13 CHECKING THE OIL 1. Remove dipstick and check the level of oil is between the MAX and MIN marks as shown in Fig 3. If not, top up to the correct level with Clarke SAE40 compressor oil. 2. After the first 5 working hours, replace the oil as describ...

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14 3. Check the operation of the safety valve when under pressure on a daily basis by pulling the ring shown in Fig 5. Air should be released while the ring is pulled out and stop when the ring is released. • If the valve does not operate as descr...

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15 OVERLOAD CUT-OUT The compressor is fitted with an overload cutout to protect the motor in the event of overheating. If the device should trip out and shut down the compressor, wait around 5 minutes for the machine to cool down before resetting the...

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16 MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always vent the receiver tank before carrying out any adjustments, servicing or maintenance. Never unscrew a connection whilst the air receiver is Under pressure. Always ensure the receiver has been vented. DAILY / WEEKLY / BE...

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17 CAUTION: PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO USED OIL IS DANGEROUS, ALWAYS WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING USED OIL. RECOMMENDED OILS Any compressor oil can be used which is suitable for use at room temperatures from + 5 O C to + 45 O C. Clarke SAE40 ...

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19 In the event that any of the above situations arises, requiring the dismantling and overhaul of the compressor, contact your Clarke International Service Department on 020-8988-7400. COMPONENT PARTS - RECEIVER & CONTROLS oN noitpircseD oNtraP ...

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20 PARTS DIAGRAM - AIR RECEIVER & CONTROLS ...

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21 PARTS DIAGRAM - COMPRESSOR ...

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22 COMPONENT PARTS - COMPRESSOR oN noitpircseD oNtraP ytQ oN noitpircseD oNtraP ytQ 1YLBMESSAKCITSPID000340213NF132ROTOR4000TH611NF1 2KCITSPIDLIO000340210NF142GNIRLAES000231010NF1 3GNIR-O000420010NF152GN IRAEB000280330NF1 4GNIR-O000270010NF162TUOTUCD...

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23 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ...

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