Mega Compressor MP-10120V3-W - Manuals

Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1 Safety Guidelines - Definitions Before Using the Air Compressor 2 When Installing or Moving the Compressor Before Each Use 3 Follow Safety Precautions for Electrical Connection Plan Ahead to Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face & Ears When Operating 4 Spraying Precautions Perf...

Page 3 - SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS; will; could; CAUTION; may; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Things you should know; WARNING

Page 1 Save these instructions Before using the air compressor SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your compressor works. Read this manual to understand this compressor. DANGER means if safety information is not followed someone will...

Page 4 - Inspect your work area; Do Not; When installing or moving the compressor; Chart 1a

Page 2 WARNING CAUTION This compressor is extremely top heavy. The compressor must be bolted to the floor with vibration pads before operating to prevent equipment damage, injury or death. Do Not tighten bolts completely as this may cause stress to the tank welds. Chart 1a. To reduce the risk of a d...

Page 6 - Be informed about the materials you use; Daily; Spraying precautions; Perform these maintenance operations

Page 4 Never point a spray gun at yourself or any other person or animal. Accidental discharge may result in serious injury. Reduce the risk of dangerous environment Extreme caution should be taken when spraying flammable liquids as the spark from a motor or pressure switch may cause a fire or explo...

Page 7 - TYPICAL COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION; GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Page 5 Flat Washer Floor Vibration Pad Compressor Leg Shim (If Necessary) Chart 1a TYPICAL COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION Vibration Pads x4 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Air Filter Porous element contained within a metal or plastic housing attached to the compressor cylinder head which removes impurity from the intake...

Page 8 - Three Phase; WIRING; General Information; Single Phase; DUPLEX; For Models Without Magnetic Starter

Page 6 Three Phase Incoming power should be connected to L1, L2 & L3 at the Top of the Magnetic Starter. DO NOT MAKE CONNECTIONS AT THE PRESSURE SWITCH (Units with Magnetic Starters) WIRING ALL ELECTRICAL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN General Information Adequate wiring and mo...

Page 9 - Single and Three Phase

Page 7 WIRING Single and Three Phase With Mag Starter

Page 11 - STARTING THE COMPRESSOR; NUMBER 2 WIRE OR LARGER IS REQUIRED; Battery Connection Instructions for Electric Start Engines; GROUND

Page 9 STARTING THE COMPRESSOR Prior to actually running the compressor, check the following items: Crankcase oil - Make sure the sight glass shows ½ full or slightly above. Make sure all rags, tools, oil, etc. are away from the unit. Open the air system to free it of any pressure. Switch the compre...

Page 12 - Turn on the engine gasoline supply.

Page 10 Cold Start Procedure (Gasoline Engine Units) Warning: Do Not Operate Gasoline Engine Units in an Enclosed Area  Release any remaining tank pressure by slowly opening the manual drain valve.  Turn on the engine gasoline supply.  Put the choke in the “On” position  Close the service valve ...

Page 13 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Page 11 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Low discharge pressure 1. Compressor too small for application 2. Air leaks 3. Restricted intake air 4. Blown gasket(s) 5. Broken or misaligned valves 1. Reduce air demand or use a compressor with more air capacity. 2. Listen for air leaks. Apply a soap solution to all ...

Page 14 - DANGER

Page 12 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) Pressure switch un- loader constantly leaking air 1. Malfunctioning check valve 1. Replace check valve if unloader bleeds constantly. ! DANGER Do not remove check valve with air pressure in tank Pressure switch not unloading 1. Malfunctioning pressure switch...

Page 15 - Manually Draining An Air Tank:; Recommended Air

Page 13 Oil and moisture residue must be drained from the air receiver daily or after each use. Accumulations of oil residue in the receiver can be ignited by embers of carbon created by the heat of compression - causing an explosion, damage to property and injury to personnel Do not open a manual t...