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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
6. Check the safety valve by performing the following
steps:
a. Restore power to unit; turn pressure switch to the
AUTO position. Run until unit reaches 90 psi.
Turn pressure switch to OFF position.
b. Wearing safety glasses and hearing protection,
pull the ring on the safety valve to release
pressure from compressor tank. Protect yourself
from fast-moving air being released; do not allow
fast-moving air to be directed toward your face
(See Figure 3).
c. The safety valve should automatically close at
approximately 40-50 psi. If the safety valve does
not allow air to be released when you pull on the
ring, or if it does not close automatically, it MUST
be replaced.
7. Check belt for signs of excessive wear. If belt shows
signs of wear, replace it. Check belt for proper
tension / alignment.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
OPERATION DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY 3 MONTHS
CHECK OIL LEVEL
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DRAIN TANK
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CHECK AIR FILTER
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CHECK SAFETY VALVE
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CLEAN UNIT
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CHECK BELT TIGHTNESS
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CHANGE OIL*
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* Change oil after rst fty (50) hours of operation then perform oil changes every three (3)
months.
TECHNICAL SERVICE
For information regarding the operation or repair of this product, please call 1-888-3KOBALT
(1-888-356-2258).
Low discharge
pressure
1. Air demand exceeds
pump capacity
1. Reduce air demand or use a compressor with
more capacity.
2. Restricted air intake 2. Clean or replace the air filter element.
3. Air leaks (fittings,
tubing on compressor,
or plumbing outside of
system)
3. Listen for escaping air. Apply soap solution to
all fittings and connections. Bubbles will appear
at points of leakage. Tighten or replace leaking
fittings or connections. Use pipe thread sealant.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
