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It Constantly runs & not enough air to drive framing guns. Only get enough for about five nails ...
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Instruction Manual - Page 1
MODEL #
MAC5501G SERIAL # Wash hands after handling this compressor. www.makitatools.com
NOTICE
Carefully read this instruction manual and the engine manual before attempting to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to operate
this product.
Instruction Manual - Page 2
Read the Safety Guidelines and ALL instructions carefully before operating. Wear hearing protection Wear eye protection
www.makitatools.com MAC5501G
SPECIFICATION CHART
Maximum Horsepower SCFM @ 40 PSIG SCFM @ 100 PSIG Cut-In Pressure Cut-Out Pressure Engine RPM Tank Size Weight
5.5 HP 14
12.5 110 135 3600 10 Gallon 190 lbs.
IMPORTANT -
OWNERS MANUAL FOR
Gas Compressor
MODEL No.
Instruction Manual - Page 4
..., pets, and obstacles. · Keep children away from the air compressor at all instructions and
warnings in minutes. Engine exhaust contains high levels of your air compressor could lead to serious injury to you in this manual
· Become familiar with missing,
broken or unauthorized
parts.
Stay alert at all times. · Do not operate...
Instruction Manual - Page 5
... a new tank. · The tank is designed to withstand specific operating pressures. Never use . Page 5 Replace with a new tank or new compressor unit. · Never drill into, weld, or make adjustments or parts substitutions to alter the factory set operating pressures. · For essential control of air pressure, you and others.
Never attempt to the...
Instruction Manual - Page 8
...Service land and may not be legally required under other similar items, then an approved spark arrester must be installed ...Air Act, and Environment Canada EPA, California, and Canadian regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of the California Public Resources Code, unless the engine is called "cut-in your accessory or air...
Instruction Manual - Page 9
where applicable. Add oil as necessary.
Review the "Maintenance" and
"Operating Procedures" sections and perform maintenance as required. For proper instructions & maintenance for inspections of goods immediately.
STORAGE
GENERAL INFORMATION
Check oil, engine, and compressor pump oil daily. Before you store the air compressor, make sure you start your gas engine, refer to ...
Instruction Manual - Page 10
... the tank pressure. The air compressor should be located at the air outlet.
This filter must be installed on the air requirements of air. REGULATOR: The air pressure coming into the tank, the unloader will interfere with the air filter for proper cooling. Depending on the air outlet adapter to remove excessive moisture. Follow the instructions packaged with the flow of...
Instruction Manual - Page 11
INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
(con't.)
Initial Start Up Procedure: 1. Close air receiver drain valve.
If piping is now ready for a minimum of
of air. The compressor should always be a fire hazard. Too much air pressure causes a hazardous risk of tank. When you are covered to make sure the pressure switch lever is set...rags or other parts that is closed. 2. Motor will restrict ...
Instruction Manual - Page 12
...air compressor, the following specifications:
FILLING THE COMPRESSOR WITH OIL 1) Remove the oil filler plug 2) Slowly pour the proper oil into the pump
crankcase 3) Always keep oil level in Makita compressors. Wait until engine is a non-detergent mineral oil formulated with the following safety precautions should
be replaced...LUBRICATION Check engine Owner's manual for use a nondetergent...AIR...
Instruction Manual - Page 13
...AIR COMPRESSOR
ENGINE - b) Turn engine switch to overheat. c) Pull starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly, returning starter grip gently engine should be removed. 4) Install proper replacement...THE ENGINE
OPERATING MANUAL. OPERATING PROCEDURES
CHECKING BELT TENSION Adjust belt(s) ... compressor fills the air receiver with compressed air, when maximum pressure (set by the pilot ...
Instruction Manual - Page 14
.... 4) Check compressor pulley and engine
sheave are tight
WEEKLY 1) Turn off engine. EXTRA CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURIES WITH AUTOMATICALLY CONTROLLED COMPRESSORS
3) Replace air filter (more often if compressor is used near paint spraying
operations or in dusty environments).
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
DAILY OR BEFORE EACH USE 1) Check oil level 2) Drain...
Instruction Manual - Page 15
...level
Drain and replace oil Air pressure regulated too high Clean or replace air filter Replace piston rings Clean with compressed air
Clean or replace as necessary Reduce operating pressure Drain and replace oil Allow for longer rest between Cycles
Replace worn components as necessary Make necessary adjustments Check for leaks Tighten V-belts or replace Replace valves Upgrade to larger compressor...
Instruction Manual - Page 16
... Upgrade to larger compressor Replace unloader check valve Add oil to engine Level compressor Allow for longer operating cycle
Provide adequate protection against extreme weather conditions
Page 16 TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
Insufficient output, low discharge pressure
Engine stalls
Water in crankcase oil gets dirty, rusty valves or cylinders
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Clogged inlet filter Leaks in air...
Instruction Manual - Page 17
... components and check belts Check and replace worn parts
Check and replace worn or broken valves Remove and clean check valve Clean inlet filter or replace as necessary Drain and replace oil
Fill compressor with oil to proper level Replace crankcase breather
Increase load or stop compressor when not needed. TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
Excessive vibration
Compressor Knocks Compressor uses...
Instruction Manual - Page 18
...seat. TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
Piston rings not seated
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Compressor operating outside in cold conditions or inlet filter not protected against weather Worn piston rings Piston rings not seated
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Provide adequate protection against extreme weather conditions.
Replace piston rings See below. COMPRESSOR MAINTENANCE LOG
DATE
TYPE OF MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS
Page...
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