John Deere PR2-8GMC - Manuel (Page 15)

Portable Gasoline Air Compressor Manual 15
OPERATION
START-UP:
1. Read safety warnings before performing operation.
2. Flip the toggle on top of the Pilot Valve to the upright position. This provides a loadless start. The air
compressor will unload and allow easier engine start-up.
3. Start the engine. (Refer to the Engine Manual accompanying this unit.)
4. When the engine has run for 1-2 minutes, flip toggle back to the original position.
5. Set pressure by adjusting the Pressure Regulator counterclockwise for less pressure and clockwise for more
pressure.
6. If you notice any unusual noise or vibration, stop the air compressor and refer to "Troubleshooting".
SHUTDOWN:
1. To stop the air compressor, move the Engine Switch to the "Off" position. (Refer to the Engine Manual
accompanying this unit.)
2. Drain air from the air tanks by releasing air with an attached air tool or by pulling on the Safety Relief
Valve.
3. Once the Air Tank Pressure Gauge registers under 10 pounds, open the drain valve under each air tank to
drain any moisture.
4. Allow the air compressor to cool down.
5. Wipe air compressor clean and store in a safe, non-freezing area.
MAINTENANCE
Read the instruction manual before performing maintenance. The following procedures must be performed
when stopping the air compressor for maintenance or service.
1. Turn off air compressor.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire from engine.
3. Open all drains.
4. Wait for the air compressor to cool before starting service.
*The pump oil must be changed after the first 50 hours of operation and every 200 hours or 3 months,
whichever comes first.
The engine oil must be changed after the first 8 hours of operation and every 50 hours or 3 months, whichever
comes first.
Every 2 years, an Authorized Service Technician should check the check valve, intake valves and delivery
valves.
AC Gas Maintenance Chart
MAINTENANCE CHART
PROCEDURE DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY 200 HOURS
Check pump oil level X
Check engine oil level X
Oil leak inspection X
Check engine air filter X
Drain condensation in air tank (s) X
Inspect guards/covers X
Check for unusual noise/vibration X
Check for air leaks X
Clean exterior of compressor X
Inspect air filter X
Inspect belt X
Check safety relief valve X
Change pump oil * X
Replace air filter X
Check engine spark plug X