GMC DTC32L - Manual

6 18. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check that there are no damaged parts. If a part is slightly damaged, carefully determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, proper mountin...

8 WARNING. In the event that an air line is cut or broken, the air line needs to be immediately disconnected from the compressor at the quick release fitting. This will automatically stop the air from free flowing. A broken air line which is not supported is extremely dangerous and can whip around v...

9 Know your product 1. Handle 2. On/off switch 3. Tank pressure gauge x 2 4. Regulated Nitto style quick release air outlets x 2 5. Regulating knob 6. Regulated outlet pressure gauge 7. Safety valve x 2 8. Combination valve (Non return, outlet and safety release in one valve) 9. Drain cock x 2 10. A...

10 Unpacking Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious persona...

11 Operation 1. The pressure in the tank is controlled by the action of the pressure switch. When the set maximum pressure is reached the pressure switch activates and the motor is switched off. The pressure then decreases as the air is used by the connected tool until the set minimum pressure is re...

12 4. Close the tank 1 isolation valve (18). 5. Disconnect the tank 1 inlet hose (25) from the combination valve (8), by sliding back the sleeve of the quick connect fitting and removing the inlet hose. Note. The inlet hose has been fitted with a special one way valve. On removal of the inlet hose t...

14 Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause Possible remedy Motor will not run, running too slow or becoming excessively hot Power fault or supply voltage too low Check the power supply Power cord too long or too thin Use authorised service centre to replace the power cord Faulty pressure switch Use a...

15 Troubleshooting continued Trouble Possible cause Suggested Remedy Insufficient pressure or decreased outlet capacity Motor running too slow Use authorised service centre to check and repair if necessary Dirty air filter cartridge Clean or replace the filter cartridge Leaking safety valve Use auth...

16 Troubleshooting continued Trouble Possible cause Suggested Remedy Excessive oil consumption Oil level too high Maintain the oil at the correct level Hole in oil filling plug (14) blocked Check and clean Piston ring and/or cylinder worn or damaged Use authorised service centre to check and repair ...

17 Maintenance 1. After the first 10 hours of working, empty the crank case of oil and refill with clean oil by removing the crank case oil plug (left hand side of the crank case at the bottom) Note. Use good quality compressor lubricating oil. • SAE30 or L-DAB 100 over 10°C 2. After each subsequent...

18 4. If the body of the compressor needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft damp cloth. A mild detergent can be used but nothing like alcohol, petrol or other cleaning agent. 5. Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts. CAUTION. Water must never come into contact with the tool. Power cord mainten...

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